This calendar includes opportunities for learning and connection from the Wisconsin Family Connections Center, the Coalition for Children, Youth & Families, and several other organizations across Wisconsin. (NOTE: Opportunities from the Wisconsin Family Connections Center are noted with a blue ribbon on the calendar below.)
–> Find training and event flyers here.
–> For a complete listing of Regional Events and Support Groups, please visit the Wisconsin Family Connections Center Eventbrite Page.
–> Find support group flyers here.
–> For information about Recorded Webinars, Upcoming Live Webinars, Courses, and Conferences, please visit the Champion Classrooms.
Events are added as information is made available to us. If you’d like to share an upcoming event with us, please contact us at info@wifamilyconnectionscenter.org.
Child Welfare League of America is pleased to announce another round of their 3-part, virtual training series that features the publication Working with Traumatized Children – A Handbook for Healing. Now in its third edition, Working with Traumatized Children has been updated to include new strategies and approaches for caregivers and others responsible for meeting the needs […]
This series will highlight the power of preparing families before they legally adopt or commit to guardianship. A range of programs that educate and support families at various stages during this critical phase will be shared, enabling prospective sites to determine what they can draw from to tailor to their own systems. Note: A session […]
Parents and caregivers (adoptive, foster, guardianship, kinship/relative, and reunified caregivers who reside in Wisconsin) - you deserve a day for YOU! We invite you to take a night away and join the Wisconsin Family Connections Center, with special sponsorship from Jockey Being Family, to focus on caring for yourself. Attend as an individual or as […]
Join the WiFCC at Bowl Winkle's on Saturday, October 4th, from 11:00 am to 1:30 pm. There will be bowling and pizza. To learn more about Bowl Winkle's, check out their website here https://bowlwinklesbowling.com/. There is a maximum of 6 tickets per household. This event is intended for adoption, foster, guardianship, relative caregivers, and reunified […]
Wisconsin Family Connections Center: Adoptive, foster, guardianship, kinship, and reunified families—bring the family out for a day of Fall Fun! Waldvogel Farm is Wisconsin's LARGEST pumpkin farm and boasts over 80+ fun activities and attractions to enjoy. Hit the 150' mega slide, play a round of mini golf, catch a ride on the farm train […]
Foster, adoptive, guardianship, kinship, and reunified caregivers, join us to connect, learn, and share! Join the Wisconsin Family Connections Center for this opportunity to meet with other caregivers and make connections! We will meet at Brew52 Cafe in Mukwonago, WI. Each registrant will receive a food or drink purchase of up to $15. You can […]
This group will have training opportunities, help and guidance with questions and concerns, and help to build relationships with others who are walking similar roads. Led by fellow foster parents. A time of encouragement, support, and community. Light refreshments and childcare will be provided. Please notify us if you will be utilizing childcare so we […]
Join WiFCC at Endgame Mini Golf (located at 2900 S Main St, Cedar Mall Suite D2, Rice Lake, WI 54868) on Tuesday, October 14th from 4:00 pm-6:00 pm. Endgame Mini Golf features mini golf, brick building, and various games. To learn more about Endgame Mini Golf, check out their website here: https://endgameminigolf.com/. Please note: bright […]
Free Workshop for Parents and Caregivers! *New Activites & Take Home Materials In this engaging workshop, you will: Learn that behavior is communication Understand how sensory processing leads to a deeper connection with your neurodivergent individuals Gain strategies/tools that honor individual differences in times of big emotions Learn how to support your child and yourself […]
An interactive training experience to teach and apply practical techniques for effective behavior management. About the Program Adults caring for children often have questions about how to set clear expectations and manage behavior effectively. Especially when children exhibit challenging behaviors, adults want to know exactly how to address these situations with strategies that promote positive […]
