A practical look at caring for siblings with disabilities | DeShanna Reed | TEDxRaleigh

Dive into the heart of empathy and resilience with Dr. DeShanna Reed as she shares the powerful and transformative journey of her family from her perspective as the younger sibling to a sister with Autism who goes on to become a Special Education teacher, school leader, and community advocate for accessibility, equity, and inclusion spanning two decades. Dr. Reed’s talk illuminates the extraordinary potential within every sibling relationship, outlines three must-know aspects of caregiving and advocacy, and highlights the awe-inspiring evolution of siblings into caregivers and advocates as we redefine the boundaries of familial bonds and showcase the remarkable impact of unwavering support.

Dr. DeShanna Reed is a former Special Education teacher and campus administrator turned professional speaker, educational researcher, consultant, and Board-Certified Advocate for Special Education. She holds a Doctor of Education with a focus on Special Populations. She is the youngest of four siblings and a mother of four. She lives in Houston, Texas where she owns and operates an educational coaching, consulting, and advocacy firm. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx