The Sibling Factor

ASP Sta. Rosa had a simple yet fun time with some of the siblings of its members last 14 September 2014 at the Erolin residence at Tagapo, Sta. Rosa which is currently the registered office address of ASP Sta. Rosa.

Ms. Olive sharing a story of "Spinning"

The activity aimed to help the siblings understand their brother or sister with autism and try activities like shooting rings, following patterns and matching pictures with words that they can play with their siblings. We had story telling and we used the book "Spinning" written by Teacher Irene Sarmiento, written from the perspective of a sibling. Everyone enjoyed the simple but sumptuous merienda and the siblings were given prizes for their participation. This was a way for them to also learn how reward system can make their brother or sister with autism get motivated.

About the Contributor: Olive Medina is mom to CWA Enzo and his baby sister Lizzie. Aside from fulfilling her duties as a wife and mother, she works as General Manager for a logistics company, a part time college lecturer and part time yoga instructor. She is also the president of ASP Sta. Rosa Chapter.