Peas and Carrots
Dess knows that nothing good lasts. Disappointment is never far away, and that’s a truth that Dess has learned to live with. Dess’s mother’s most recent arrest is just the […]
What My Bones Know – A Memoir of Healing From Complex Trauma
By age thirty, Stephanie Foo was successful on paper: She had her dream job as an award-winning radio producer at This American Life and a loving boyfriend. But behind her office door, she […]
My Grandmother’s Hands – Racialized Trauma and Mending our Hearts
In this groundbreaking book, therapist Resmaa Menakem examines the damage caused by racism in America from the perspective of trauma and body-centered psychology. The body is where our instincts reside […]
When Your Caseworker Changes: 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 turnover in child welfare […]
Supporting Children After a Loved One Dies
The reality of loss can arrive without warning. It might come as an unexpected late-night call, a staggering text, or a startling knock on your front door from a relative, […]
Supporting Children from Families Affected by Parental Substance Use
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 like hypervigilance, fight-flight-freeze […]
Fostering Older Youth
Fostering Older Youth in Wisconsin Unlock the Potential of Fostering Older Youth: A Guide to Making a Difference Are you ready to make a lasting impact in a young person’s […]
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 meaningful holiday […]
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: 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 caregivers, it highlights how […]
