Safeguarding the future: A sibling’s view

In this episode, Libby Ellis – Individualised Living Program Manager at Mable and sister of Matthew, who has a significant disability and lives in his own home in Hobart – offers a perspective on safeguarding the future that is rarely heard: the sibling's view.Drawing on 25 years in the disability sector and many conversations with brothers and sisters across the country, Libby explores four things that help make space for siblings:pride and inclusionunderstanding that a sibling is not a parentbuilding networks of supportand breaking the silence early. She also reflects honestly on the gaps in her own family's planning.You can watch Libby's presentation on our website.Click here to read the transcript of this episode. Please note that the transcript provided may contain occasional errors.On our website, you'll also findall the presentations from our Safeguarding the Future conference in 2025resources about safeguarding, planning and building good lives for people with disabilityevents related to topics relevant to people with disability and their families seeking to enjoy a typical life.Many thanks to Osher Marks, who is the voice of this season of the Imagine More podcast.