Barber National Institute SIB Sessions
Barber National Institute
Erie, Pennsylvania - Erie County
Source checked
May 15, 2026
Erie
1 checked detail
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100 Barber Place, Erie, PA 16507
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Provider overview
Barber National Institute offers free monthly SIB Sessions in Erie for siblings ages 5-15 of children with disabilities, using peer discussion and activities.
Barber National Institute provides disability, autism, behavioral health, adult services, camp, recreation, family support, and community participation programs across Pennsylvania.
Quick facts
- Phone
- 814-878-5961
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- Ages
- Siblings ages 5-15 of children with disabilities
- Season
- First Saturday monthly sessions, subject to schedule
- Cost
- The source says sessions are free; confirm advance reservation deadline, schedule, field trip costs if any, breakfast, swim requirements, and caregiver pickup rules.
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Programs and offerings
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SIB Sessions sibling support
Free monthly sibling support sessions with peer discussion, crafts, games, swimming, or field trips for siblings of children with disabilities.
- Ages
- Siblings ages 5-15 of children with disabilities
- Season
- First Saturday monthly sessions, subject to schedule
- Schedule
- SIB Sessions are listed for the first Saturday of each month from 12-3 p.m.; families should reserve by the Wednesday before the session.
- Cost
- The source says sessions are free; confirm advance reservation deadline, schedule, field trip costs if any, breakfast, swim requirements, and caregiver pickup rules.
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Listing check
- Last checked
- May 15, 2026
- Why this is listed
- The official Barber National Institute SIB Sessions page says the program gives siblings ages 5-15 a comfortable setting to share and learn about being a brother or sister to a sibling with a disability, with crafts, games, swimming or field trips, monthly sessions, no charge, and advance reservations.
- Sources used
- 1 public source
- Location contacts
- 1 public contact found
Program details we found
SIB Sessions sibling support
The official Barber National Institute SIB Sessions page says the program gives siblings ages 5-15 a comfortable setting to share and learn about being a brother or sister to a sibling with a disability, with crafts, games, swimming or field trips, monthly sessions, no charge, and advance reservations.
Inclusion and support details
What the provider says: Barber says siblings can share and learn about the ups and downs of having a brother or sister with a disability while enjoying structured activities.
Access notes to confirm: Families should confirm sibling age eligibility, group format, swim or field trip plans, supervision, allergies, sensory fit, behavior expectations, restroom access, pickup and drop-off rules, and whether the child needs any accommodations.
What we checked
What we found: The official Barber National Institute SIB Sessions page says the program gives siblings ages 5-15 a comfortable setting to share and learn about being a brother or sister to a sibling with a disability, with crafts, games, swimming or field trips, monthly sessions, no charge, and advance reservations.
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What to confirm
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Questions to ask before you register
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- What should families know about cost, financial assistance, cancellation rules, forms, and first-visit expectations?
- Who should families contact to talk through accommodations before registering?
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