We provide resources, training, and support for families, youth, and professionals with past or present involvement in foster care, adoption, reunification, kinship, and guardianship. Whether you’re a relative caregiver, adoptive parent, foster parent, birth parent, or member of a reunified family, you don’t have to navigate it alone. The Wisconsin Family Connections Center is here to connect you to trusted resources, training, and support.
Caring for a child who is a relative or family friend? Find resources, support groups, and guidance tailored to kinship caregivers.
Access post-adoption support, training, and resources to help your family thrive at every stage.
Learn about foster care, find licensing contacts, and access training and support services.
If you are considering adoption or navigating your role as a birth parent, we offer information, support, and guidance.
Find resources to strengthen and stabilize your family for children returning from foster care or out-of-home placements.
Speak with a specialist who can help you find the right resources, services, and support for your situation.
Join workshops, webinars, and support groups to build skills, connect with others, and feel supported.
Browse guides, tools, and articles on parenting, mental health, adoption, and more.
Short-term personalized support for adoptive, guardianship, and reunified families in Wisconsin.
The tip sheet from the Wisconsin Family Connections Center provides a comprehensive guide for families considering becoming foster parents. It addresses common questions and concerns, offering practical advice on discussing […]
When you are ready to start the process of adopting a child or youth, the first step is to choose an agency. You will want to work with an agency […]
This informative tip sheet outlines various ways individuals can support children and youth in the foster care system, even if they’re not able to become foster parents themselves. It highlights […]
Are you a relative or kinship caregiver feeling overwhelmed and confused about the child welfare system? This tip sheet can help! Learn valuable insights into navigating the complexities of foster […]
The decision to adopt is not unlike the decision to get married. It is a huge step with life-long implications. Many couples spent months planning the wedding to find they […]
This article addresses and debunks common misconceptions about adoption, providing evidence-based information for prospective adoptive parents. It explores several myths, including the relationship between foster care and adoption, the nature […]
