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
Navigating the complexities of out-of-home care can be challenging, but building a strong, supportive relationship between caregivers and birth parents can make all the difference. This tip sheet offers practical […]
Imagine your favorite potted plant. Now, picture someone moving that plant to a new pot. Even with fresh soil and water, it might struggle if its roots are damaged. Similarly, […]
Making the decision to initiate a search is often a critical turning point in the life of an adopted person. There are many possible outcomes when you decide to search. […]
Sibling bonds often provide lifelong support, comfort, and resilience—especially when life is difficult. For children in foster care, staying connected to siblings, even when separated, is vital for their emotional […]
Discover the power of connection in this comprehensive guide. Explore the benefits of joining a parent group for foster, adoptive, or relative caregiver parents. Learn about the different types of […]
This tip sheet will help you to see when you’re “emotionally flooded” and can’t handle anymore, including some good tips on noticing and changing your breathing. It also gives advice […]
This tip sheet emphasizes the importance of self-care for foster parents, relative caregivers, and adoptive parents. It provides practical tips for maintaining mental, physical, and spiritual well-being while managing the […]
Forgiveness can feel complicated — especially when you’re caring for a child who has experienced trauma. This tip sheet explores what forgiveness really means, why it matters for your own […]
Becoming a relative caregiver can happen in an instant. The shift from being a grandparent, aunt or uncle, cousin, brother, or sister to being a child’s primary caregiver and parent […]
Single parents are fostering, adopting, and stepping up as kinship caregivers every day — and doing it well. This tip sheet meets them where they are. Solo and Supported: Thriving […]
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Questions? Comments? Please e-mail info@wifamilyconnectionscenter.org
