It can be hard when your brother or sister is really poorlyPerhaps you’re worried about what will happen to them or you miss your parents when they’re away from home? We can help you cope by providing information & support, and introducing you to other heart siblings if you want to talk and share your experiences. We also organise events and outings which are a nice distraction from all the hospital visits and the stress that illness can cause.
We know that having a sibling with a heart condition can be difficult for children and young people to understand and cope with. We offer special support for siblings, including an annual Sibling Day gathering and guidance designed just for them.
Find out about sibling support
ECHO Teens provides a safe space to meet other heart teenagers and their siblings, where you can share your thoughts and experiences (if you want to) and make friends with other young people who know what you’re going through.
Join ECHO Teens
Supporting and helping your sibling can be rewarding and fun but it can also be hard work, read our advice on talking to people about your situation.
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Are you curious about what things are like for your heart sibling? Watch this video and hear from other children about their heart condition.
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