Bus Stop Club

Providing Sibling Support

& Family Memories

ABOUT BUS STOP CLUB

ABOUT BUS STOP CLUB

Founded in 2005 by Dr. Brian Sheridan, the Bus Stop Club supports siblings of chronically-ill children. Our program provides a vital space for support and adaptation during tough times.

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WAYS TO GET INVOLVED

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MEMBER EVENTS

Our member events provide opportunities for siblings to bond, share experiences, have fun and create lasting memories, free from the stress of day-to-day life, with other children going through similar situations. These events provide siblings with the chance to ask questions and develop a clearer, more thoughtful understanding of the challenges their brother or sister experiences.

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FUNDRAISING

Our fundraising events help raise money to benefit our efforts of supporting the siblings of children with critical illness or developmental, physical or intellectual disabilities in the Capital Region. These efforts work to ensure the children feel supported, celebrated and connected, all while creating positive experiences that leave a lasting impact.

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"Bus Stop Club has given my son countless opportunities to have fun and meet other kids throughout the years. Just a few examples of these independent events he’s enjoyed include monthly sessions with kids at our local YMCA, magic shows, a yearly Christmas party, and one of his favorites, events at Siena College with college students excited to do activities with kids. It has meant a lot to have a safe and exciting place for him to go and have a great time dedicated just to him. We have done family events with Bus Stop Club that we could’ve never participated in without it being organized by a group that understands a family with special needs and offers extra support for this reason. Some examples of activities our family has enjoyed together include fun at Huck Finn’s Playland, a trip to Boston to the Science Museum, and a special trip on the Santa’s Magical Express just for Bus Stop Club families. We are so grateful to have Bus Stop Club giving our family and families like ours support and fun opportunities to get out in the community."

Carol

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As a volunteer for such a wonderful organization as the Bus Stop Club, I enjoy seeing all of the smiles and the fun the children have. It has impacted my life, knowing that I am making a small difference in their lives. One memory stands out, we had a 5-year-old attend a session for the first time. He was crying and hanging onto his mom, he finally let her leave and joined the group. He had a great time and when she came to pick him up he was crying because he didn't want to leave. That was just one feel-good moment.

Marilyn - Volunteer at the Guilderland Sibling Sessions

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Bus Stop Club has given my son countless opportunities to have fun and meet other kids throughout the years. He’s enjoyed monthly sessions at our local YMCA, magic shows and more! It has meant a lot to have a safe and exciting place for him to go and have a great time. We have also done family events with Bus Stop Club that we could’ve never participated in without it being organized by a group that understands a family with special needs and offers extra support for this reason. We are so grateful to have the Bus Stop Club!

Carol

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As a volunteer for such a wonderful organization as the Bus Stop Club, I enjoy seeing all of the smiles and the fun the children have. It has impacted my life, knowing that I am making a small difference in their lives. One memory stands out, we had a 5-year-old attend a session for the first time. He was crying and hanging onto his mom, he finally let her leave and joined the group. He had a great time and when she came to pick him up he was crying because he didn't want to leave. That was just one feel-good moment.

Marilyn - Volunteer

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