Holiday Sibling Prep Night


2501 Fields South Drive, Champaign, IL, 61822
Dec 3, 6:00 pm
Until 7:00 pm
2025-12-03 18:00:00 2025-12-03 19:00:00 America/Chicago Holiday Sibling Prep Night Holiday Sibling Prep Night Wednesday, December 3 from 6-7PM Held in the Community Room at Stephens Family YMCA The holidays can bring joy, excitement… and a lot of big feelings. This session is designed to help families support their neurotypical children as they navigate the season ... Stephens Family YMCA Stephens Family YMCA
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Holiday Sibling Prep Night
Wednesday, December 3 from 6-7PM
Held in the Community Room at Stephens Family YMCA

The holidays can bring joy, excitement… and a lot of big feelings.
This session is designed to help families support their neurotypical children as they navigate the season alongside their neurodivergent siblings. You’ll leave with practical ideas, simple tools, and a little more calm as you head into the holiday rush.

  • Free Child Watch for kids 10 and under, available to everyone.
  • Guardians using Child Watch must arrive at least 10 minutes before the session starts to check their children in.

What We’ll Cover

  • Helping siblings understand what to expect

  • Setting pressure-free, realistic expectations

  • Creating traditions that work for everyone

  • Small strategies that make a big difference

All shared in a relaxed, welcoming, family-centered space.


Meet the Presenters

Andrea Burie, SLP & Anne Grabow, OT
Pediatric therapists — and siblings who have lived this journey themselves.
They bring professional insight and personal experience to this conversation.


Who Should Attend

Parents, caregivers, and anyone wanting to support neurotypical siblings during the holiday season.


What to Expect

  • Comfortable, judgment-free discussion

  • Take-home strategies you can use right away

  • Time for questions and shared experiences

  • A cozy, supportive environment — come as you are!


Join Us

Make this season a little smoother and a lot more connected.
We’d love to have you with us. 💛✨


Questions?

 

If you have questions about accessibility, please reach out to our Director of Larkin’s Place, Alyssa Anderson: Alyssa.anderson@ccymca.net