Violet & Me – A Kinship Adoption Story
Violet & Me – A Kinship Adoption Story follows two young siblings doing their best to take care of themselves in their family home with their mother who is struggling […]
Grandmothering While Black – A Twenty First-Century Story of Love, Coercion, and Survival
In Grandmothering While Black, sociologist LaShawnDa L. Pittman explores the complex lives of Black grandmothers raising their grandchildren in skipped-generation households (consisting only of grandparents and grandchildren). She prioritizes the voices […]
Virtual Resource Kit: Tribal Nations of Wisconsin
This Virtual Resource Kit contains a collection of tribal cultural customs, traditions, celebrations, ceremonies, and additional resources that provide important and insightful information regarding tribal communities throughout Wisconsin. Download Resource […]
Adopting a Little Brother or Sister
Adopting A Little Brother or Sister features charming illustrations from a 5 year old big sister. The engaging story is told in the voice of a young child who is excited […]
Touchpoints: Preparing Children for Transitions
Honesty throughout the permanency process can be difficult because the truth is often painful, and a child or youth may respond with anger, tears or withdrawal. But honesty helps children […]
Explaining a Parent’s Absence as a Relative Caregiver
Many complex issues create circumstances that lead to a child being separated from their parents. Those circumstances can be difficult to talk about. The child in your care will likely […]
Birth Parent and Caregiver Partnerships: Working Together to Support Reunification
When birth parents and caregivers work together, it makes a fantastic difference. Not only does it help everyone involved feel more comfortable and supported, but most importantly, it creates a […]
WiFCC Flyer (En Español)
¡Bienvenido al Centro de Conexiones Familiares de Wisconsin n (Wisconsin Family Connections Center)! ¡Obtenga más información sobre quiénes somos, qué hacemos y qué ofrecemos en este folleto que comparte todo […]
African American Hair Care Directory
The Wisconsin Family Connections Center has curated a list of contact information for salons and stylists around Wisconsin who specialize in doing African American hair. Download Directory
Empowering Caregivers: 12 Strategies for Supporting Children with Complex Needs and Behaviors, Preventing Burnout
Supporting and caring for children with complex needs and behaviors can be emotionally, mentally, and physically demanding. Caregivers must prioritize their well-being to avoid burnout. This visually engaging resource offers […]
