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Sibling Support
When a child has a life-limiting condition, the experience affects the whole family, including brothers and sisters. Siblings may have many questions and emotions as they try to understand what is happening and what it means for their family.
This resource provides guidance for families on how to support siblings during this time. It highlights the importance of open, honest and age-appropriate communication, and offers practical suggestions to help siblings feel included, supported and connected, while recognising their emotional needs.
“If you are worried about how to start the conversation or what words to use, there are lots of people you can talk to.”
Click here to download the factsheet to learn more about supporting siblings and their wellbeing.
Available now in Arabic, Vietnamese and Simplified Chinese.
دعم الإخوة - Sibling support Fact Sheet - Arabic Hỗ trợ anh chị em Sibling Support Fact Sheet - Vietnamese 兄弟姐妹 的支持 Sibling support Fact Sheet - Simplified ChineseAdditional support and information are available through the organisations listed below:
Siblings Australia – siblingsaustralia.org.au
Your General Practitioner/Area Health Service
Headspace – headspace.org.au
Canteen – canteen.org.au
Redkite – redkite.org.au
We recognise and acknowledge those who are working through Sorry Business, Sad News, grief and bereavement and offer our condolences and support.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are advised that this website may contain images, videos and voices of people who have passed on. Some of the content and topics covered might also cause distress. You are welcome here, and we want you to feel safe and take care.
If you find that you need support please reach out to 13YARN on 13 92 76, Grief Australia, Grief Line on 1300 845 745, or Lifeline on 13 11 14.
Palliative Care Australia is located in Canberra. We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the surrounding land and waters, the Ngunnawal and Ngambri Peoples and pay our respects to Elders past and present. We extend that same respect and acknowledge the continuing cultures and contribution of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples across Australia.
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