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.)
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 […]
Youth ages 13-17 who are part of an adoptive or guardianship family in Wisconsin About this event Join other teens of adoption or guardianship families for a live, video group session to socially connect and discuss topics related to challenges that arise in these family dynamics. This support group will be facilitated by Chelsey and […]
The impact of early childhood trauma on a child's developing brain is profound, especially the prefrontal cortex, which includes neural pathways responsible for thinking, behavioral, and emotional regulation. When children experience trauma, their brains frequently remain in a state of heightened alert, prioritizing survival over the complex processing required for learning, socializing, and daily tasks. […]
If you have been touched by adoption or foster care, you’ll want to attend this conference! Our conference offers a fantastic chance to discover the most recent state updates and to learn about the activities of WFAPA. It is specifically designed to equip and empower parents, caregivers and workers, enhancing their capacity to tackle the […]
Milwaukee Intertribal Circle and HIR Wellness Institute welcome you to come together in community and resiliency to celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day again this year! There will not be a "sign-up" for what you're bringing. Simply feel free to share whatever you'd like. If you are unable to bring a dish to share, you're still welcome! […]
A virtual group for adult adoptees in WI Connect with other adult adoptees from around Wisconsin. This will be a space for discussing your adoption experiences with others who "get it", as well as for just getting to know one another and talking about life. This group is an open discussion format and is facilitated […]
This training will provide an overview and clinical illustrations of core concepts in Parent-Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health and an orientation to Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP). Core concepts will include attachment, Ghosts (and Angels) in the Nursery, parallel process, trauma frame, cultural humility, ports of entry, rupture and repair, reflective functioning and reflective practice. Ways […]
Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite. Adoptive, foster, guardianship, kinship, and reunified families - join WiFCC at Hanson's Garden Village on Saturday, October 17th, 2026, starting at 10:00 am. The Garden Village offers: Corn Maze trivia hunt Tractor Hay Rides to see our Scottish Highland cattle Indoor pumpkin patch with free kids' carnival […]
Join us for a day of fall fun at Waldvogel's Farm! Looking for some fall fun for siblings of all ages? Join us for our annual fall bash! This year’s event will take place at Waldvogel’s Farm in Juneau, WI (about an hour drive from Madison, the Fox Cities, Milwaukee, and Wisconsin Dells). Wristbands for […]
For WI caregivers who are parenting youth with a high level of need due to complex trauma histories related to adoption or out-of-home care. Adoptive, Kinship, Reunified, Foster, & Guardianship parents and caregivers: Please join us for a connected parenting virtual support group just for you! This group is especially for parents/caregivers who are looking for: […]
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Wisconsin Family Connections Center
800-762-8063
Generally Observed Office Hours:
Monday-Thursday: 8am-5pmAlso available by appointment
