Prioritizing Presence and Mental Wellness
Caregivers don’t have to be perfect — they just have to be intentional. This handout explores why presence matters for children in foster, adoptive, and kinship care, and how even […]
When Your Caseworker Changes: A Resource for Foster and Kinship Parents
If you’re a foster parent or kinship caregiver in Wisconsin who has experienced caseworker turnover, this free handout offers practical guidance for navigating these transitions. High [...]
Supporting Children from Families Affected by Parental Substance Use – Quick Reference Guide
This practical, quick reference guide helps caregivers understand and respond to the unique needs of children affected by parental substance use. The resource explains common trauma responses [...]
Parents Working Together for a Brighter Holiday Season
Make the holidays brighter for children in care by working together with their first families. This guide offers practical suggestions for foster, adoptive, and kinship caregivers to create [...]
Virtual Resource Kit: Supporting Children Through Grief
When someone important in a child’s life dies, it’s tough for any child. For children in foster care or kids who were adopted and have past trauma, grief can be […]
Healing Forward: 3 Key Benefits of Understanding Generational Trauma
Looking for a quick introduction to generational trauma? This concise one-pager outlines three essential benefits of understanding how past trauma affects present behaviors. Perfect for busy [...]
Unlocking Potential: Creating an Environment Where Autistic Children Thrive
This free, downloadable resource is a comprehensive 6-page guide for parents, caregivers, and professionals supporting autistic children. The tip sheet covers essential topics, including [...]
Virtual Resource Kit: Welcoming a Child to Your Family With Open Arms and Loving Hearts
This Virtual Resource Kit provides essential guidance and resources for families welcoming children through adoption, fostering, kinship care, or guardianship. The kit includes practical tip [...]
Sensory Signals: Understanding and Supporting Your Child’s Need for Movement
Is the child in your care constantly fidgeting, bumping into others, or seeking physical contact? What appears to be hyperactivity may actually be sensory processing needs. This informative tip [...]
Big Feelings, Little Bodies: Helping Children Heal From Toxic Stress
“Big Feelings, Little Bodies: Helping Children Heal from Toxic Stress” explores the profound impact of toxic stress on children’s development, examining how early traumatic [...]
