April 10th marks National Siblings Day- many people will share photos of loved ones on social media and reflect and reminisce about the very special bond of support, friendship and love shared between siblings. At Friends of Karen the sibling relationship is one especially close to our hearts. The Sibling Support Specialists at Friends of Karen, are dedicated Child Life

For sisters Amelia and Elena, this month’s Sibling Spotlight, making art is in their blood. Their mother is an accomplished artist, and their home is filled with paintings, imagination and inspiration from nature.  The girls are both Hozier aficionados, talented artists and overflowing with creativity. So, when Elena was diagnosed with brain cancer, finding creativity amongst the chaos was a

Ayrton expresses his love for his late brother through heartfelt images, using purple and gold – his brother’s favorite colors. The string heart symbolizes the enduring connections we maintain with loved ones after they pass, through memories, traditions, and shared activities. The shield represents how we confront grief, with his mom, dad, himself, and Keaneu – navigating this journey together.

The holiday season is upon us and with that comes the inevitable hustle and bustle, excitement and celebration. We hope that your table is filled with abundance; of food, family and friends. We hope that your days, as the song goes, are merry and bright. A common thread that weaves throughout different cultures and religions during the holiday season is