SibWorks 2026 Online Peer Support -Term 3 Program (8-12 year olds)

SibWorks Online – Term 1 Program (Ages 8–12)

SibWorks Online is a 5-week online group program for children aged 8–12 years who have a brother or sister with disability or chronic illness.

The program is delivered via Microsoft Teams and is run by a Siblings Australia counsellor who is also a trained SibWorks facilitator, ensuring a safe, supportive, and well-structured experience for children and families.

🗓️ Program dates

Sessions run weekly on:

• 31 Aug

• 7 Sept

• 14 Sept

• 21 Sept

• 28 Sept

💻 How the online sessions work

• Sessions are delivered live via Microsoft Teams

• After registering, families will receive:

  • A Teams meeting link will be sent to the email used at checkout

  • Simple instructions on how to join (no tech expertise needed)

📦 Program materials

A SibWorks program parcel will be posted to your child before the program begins.
This includes all materials used across the sessions, clearly labelled by week.

👉 Please ensure your postal address is up to date when registering so the parcel arrives in time.

🌱 What children will gain

Through age-appropriate activities, discussion, and connection, SibWorks supports children to:

• Better understand disability and sibling experiences

• Develop positive coping strategies

• Understand and manage tricky feelings

• Feel less alone in their sibling role

• Build confidence and emotional resilience

💰 Cost

• Standard rate: $280 per child (full 5-week program)

• Concession rate: $150 per child
  

👥 Group size

Small, supported groups to ensure quality and connection:

• Minimum: 4 children

• Maximum: 6 children