WisconSibs: Sibling Support
Sibling Support Programs at SOAR Fox Cities
The WisconSibs Program fosters a community of support and understanding for siblings of people with disabilities by providing education, programs, and advocacy that enhance their lives. We know that for most, the sibling journey is lifelong, beginning in childhood. We are proud to support our young siblings with information, opportunities for emotional support and sharing, and leadership guidance to advocate for their needs and the needs of their brothers and sisters with disabilities!
Sibs Are My Peeps Photo Contest!
We’re SOARing to New Places- and bringing a favorite tradition with us! 
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As SOAR begins this exciting new chapter following our merger with Wisconsibs, we’re thrilled to continue the beloved Sibs Are My Peeps Photo Contest as an annual tradition. 🐣📸
This year’s theme, “SOARing to New Places,” celebrates the journeys (big and small) that families take together. Whether it’s trying something new, exploring a new place, or growing in new ways, show us how you are soaring!
Interested in participating? Reach out to Jillian at [email protected] or view contest rules and details here!
Submit your entries between March 1-27!
Sibshops
Year-Round Activities for Siblings Ages 6-12
Sibshops are lively, play-based workshops where kids, ages 6-12, who have siblings with disabilities come together for fun, friendship, and learning. Through games, creative activities, and guided conversations, participants build emotional awareness, practice communication skills, and learn age-appropriate ways to understand disability and their siblings’ needs. Each session blends high-energy play with opportunities to reflect, share experiences, and grow confidence as a sibling. We are proud to be a registered Sibshop provider for over 25 years. Sibshops are guided by a trained facilitator (school psychologists, teachers, counselors or adult siblings, for example) in small, age-appropriate groups. All are trained in sibling issues, and always keep an eye open for participants who may need additional support.
WisconSib Summer Programs
SibDays, SibCamp, Teen Sib Leadership Retreat
WisconSibs summer programs offer siblings a place to learn, grow, and have unforgettable summer fun. Whether through day camp adventures, overnight experiences, or teen leadership opportunities, each program blends high-energy activities with meaningful learning about disability, communication, and the unique role siblings play in their families. Campers build friendships, practice problem-solving and teamwork, and gain confidence in a supportive community of peers who “get it.” From SibDays to SibCamp to the Teen Sib Leadership Retreat, our summer programs create space for siblings to explore their strengths, celebrate who they are, and return home with new skills and lifelong memories. Learn more below!
SibDays
Week-Long Activities for Siblings Ages 6-12
SibDays is a weeklong day camp filled with outdoor adventures, creative projects, and sibling-centered learning. Campers build friendships while developing problem-solving skills, empathy, and confidence. Each day includes activities that help kids better understand disability, practice teamwork, and celebrate their strengths as siblings. It’s a joyful mix of summer fun and meaningful learning experiences.
SibCamp
Five-Day Overnight Camp for Siblings Ages 6-12
SibCamp is an overnight camp experience where siblings enjoy nature, campfires, team challenges, and meaningful conversations. Campers learn independence, leadership, and resilience while connecting with peers who share similar family experiences. Guided activities help participants explore disability awareness, communication skills, and healthy coping strategies, all within a supportive, adventure-filled environment
View Details and Register for 2026 SibCamp Here!
Interested in Leading?
View our Junior Camp Counselor Position Description (Ages 15-17) and Camp Counselor Position Description (Ages 18+)!
Teen Sib Leadership Retreat
Three-Day Overnight Retreat for Siblings Ages 13-17
The Teen Sib Leadership Retreat gives teens a chance to step away, hang out with other teens who “get it,” and enjoy a mix of camp-style fun and meaningful learning. Participants take part in team challenges, outdoor activities, and hands-on leadership discussions that explore identity, advocacy, and the unique role siblings play in their families. Teens build communication and problem-solving skills, deepen their understanding of disability, and strengthen their confidence, all while making friends, laughing around the campfire, and enjoying the relaxed, supportive vibe that makes this retreat special.
View Details and Register for 2026 Retreat Here!
To support the retreat as a chaperone, please email Tessa Lewis
Meet the WisconSibs Program Manager:
Tessa Lewis
WisconSibs Program Manager
Tessa Lewis brings nearly 20 years of experience as a trained Sibshop facilitator. She grew up as a sibling in the WisconSibs community — formerly the Fox Valley Sibling Support Network — and now carries that lived experience into every program she leads. As both an adult sib and a longtime facilitator, Tessa blends professional expertise with personal understanding to create programs that are fun, educational, and deeply supportive for children and teens who have siblings with disabilities.
[email protected] I (920) 731-9831 x132