Happy Coast Families
Helping families on the Gulf Coast ride the wave of disabilities and special needs. We are here for the wellness of the whole family – parents, caretakers, children, siblings… We are all in this together.
About Sibshop
If your child is struggling, or even if they don’t seem to be, Sibshop could be a wonderful opportunity for them. Find out what we do and how to get started.
Stories Like Yours
So you can feel less alone, get ideas, and connect with others
The Welcome to Holland Poem, but for Families Facing Brain Injury
If you're a parent of a child with a disability or special needs, you've probably heard of the poem "Welcome to Holland" by Emily Perl Kingsley. The poem talks about booking a trip to Italy, researching the country and all the activities you'll do and cuisine you'll...
Our First Sibshop – How it Went and What We Learned
In July 2025, we held our first Gulf Coast Sibshop, in collaboration with Embrace Abilities. I was very nervous to run the workshop for the first time, but my fears were eased when I saw a team of volunteers waiting at the location when I arrived to set up. The...
A Love Letter to My Friends OR How to Show up for a Friend in Need
To E, who sent a care package and shared her talents As soon as you heard of our son's first -- of a few -- diagnoses, you sent a care package for my children. It included a picture book about having an autistic brother and sensory toys. It was the most thoughtful...