Virtual Resource Kit: Self-Care
Self-care is an essential priority for all parents. We can’t take care of others if we don’t care for ourselves. It may seem as if you don’t have enough time […]
This Resource Library is a collection of books, tapes, and DVDs, as well as instantly downloadable items, such as newsletters and tip sheets. You will find a wide variety of topics related to foster care, kinship caregiving, adoption, and more.
Wisconsin families and professionals are welcome to check out physical materials from our library for free (electronic items are available to all for free and on demand). The requested materials will be shipped to you with a postage-paid return envelope. You can help us serve more people by sending along a check for the amount of postage, if possible. You may check out four (4) items at a time and keep them for three (3) weeks.
To help you navigate our rich library of free downloadable resources, we have created some table of contents documents that we hope you find helpful.
Questions? Comments? Please e-mail info@wifamilyconnectionscenter.org
Self-care is an essential priority for all parents. We can’t take care of others if we don’t care for ourselves. It may seem as if you don’t have enough time […]
If you’re the White parent of a transracially or internationally adopted child, you may have been told that if you try your best and work your hardest, good intentions and […]
Foster Care is a whole other world that most of the world’s population knows little to nothing about. Many people do not know the very low statistics young people endure […]
Are you ready to have kids? More and more gay men are turning to adoption and surrogacy to start their own families. An estimated two million American LBGTQ people would like […]
When Michael came to live with Andrea and Dave, all he had was one bag and a list of questions. The biggest being: Will I stay? He met their dog, Rory, […]
This comprehensive virtual resource kit empowers parents to champion their children’s racial and cultural identity development. Whether you’re just beginning your transracial parenting journey or looking to deepen your approach, […]
Children who have experienced trauma may present challenging behaviors at times. These behaviors can be emotionally and physically exhausting for children and their caregivers. Therefore, it is important to consider […]
Watch out world! The Great Gilly Hopkins is looking for a home. She’s a foster kid who’s been angry, lonely, and hurting for so long that’s she’s always ready for […]
This book consists of five autobiographical narratives by Susan Harris O’Connor, a social worker and transracial adoptee. These monologues were developed and performed around the United States in academic, clinical […]
Are you a parent or caregiver raising a child of a different race? Navigating this journey can be challenging, but you’re not alone. This tip sheet offers compassionate and practical […]