This Resource Library is a collection of books, tapes, and DVDs, as well as instantly downloadable items, such as newsletters and tip sheets. You will find a wide variety of topics related to foster care, kinship caregiving, adoption, and more.
Wisconsin families and professionals are welcome to check out physical materials from our library for free (electronic items are available to all for free and on demand). The requested materials will be shipped to you with a postage-paid return envelope. You can help us serve more people by sending along a check for the amount of postage, if possible. You may check out four (4) items at a time and keep them for three (3) weeks.
To help you navigate our rich library of free downloadable resources, we have created some table of contents documents that we hope you find helpful.
Questions? Comments? Please e-mail info@wifamilyconnectionscenter.org
This tip sheet helps families understand the key differences between adoption and guardianship. Adoption creates a lifelong parent-child relationship with full legal rights, while guardianship offers temporary legal rights without […]
Download PDF Think back to when you were 18, 21, 40. Were your parents there for you? Were you able to handle everything you needed when you moved out? Or […]
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 […]
Creating a Legal Family Through Stepparent Adoption Becoming a permanent family through adoption is a meaningful step in the life of a child and their stepparent. If you are raising […]
Are you considering fostering and wondering how to prepare your children for this new journey? The Wisconsin Family Connections Center is here to support you with our tip sheet, “Preparing […]
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