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On September 18, 2021, the largest family picnic in the Institute's history was held - Paley Family Day!

On September 18, 2021, the largest family picnic in the Institute's history was held - Paley Family Day!

In an ideal world, family life would always be full of roses, parents happy and children smiling and healthy. The reality, however, can be more difficult and it presents itself in shades of gray instead of pink colors.

In an ideal world, family life would always be all roses, parents happy and children smiling and healthy. Reality, however, can sometimes be more difficult, and instead of rosy hues, it presents itself rather in shades of gray.

Being a healthy sibling of a disabled or chronically ill child is quite a challenge. It has many benefits, but also a number of burdens and threats. Being the sister or brother of a child with special needs can develop empathy and sensitivity to others and the injustices in the world. It is also associated with greater responsibility and independence.

Being the healthy sibling of a disabled or chronically ill child is quite a challenge. It carries with it many benefits, but also a number of burdens and risks. Being a sister or brother to a child with special needs can develop empathy and sensitivity to others and injustices in the world. It also involves greater responsibility and independence.