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SUMMARY:Live Viewing - Hope for the Journey Conference: Altoona
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite. (on sale May 18 @6pm) \n\n\n\n\nWisconsin Family Connections Center is excited to host an opportunity for individuals and families to attend a simulcast of the national virtual conference\, “Hope for the Journey.” We will view the simulcast together\, in-person on Friday\, July 10th\, 2026 in Altoona. We will begin showing the conference at 9:00am sharp\, and welcome folks to register for the whole day or any part of it they can attend. A light breakfast and lunch will be provided\, with time over lunch to connect with other attendees of the simulcast. \nThe Hope for the Journey Conference will equip parents and caregivers meeting the everyday needs of children impacted by adoption and foster care\, and further resource churches in their endeavors to be beacons of hope and encouragement for families in their congregation and surrounding communities. \nThrough proven\, trusted content\, Hope for the Journey explores the fundamentals of Trust-Based Relational Intervention® (TBRI®) across five sessions—chock-full of knowledge\, insight\, and practical tools. Rooted in research and neuroscience\, the Connecting\, Empowering\, and Correcting Principles of TBRI will guide you to a better understanding of your child’s or teen’s needs and equip you to adequately meet those needs. \nPlease note: This is a faith-based conference put on by the non-profit organization\, Show Hope. For more information on the conference content\, visit – https://hopeforthejourney.com/ \nIf you have questions about this conference\, contact Madeline at mcurry@cclse.org. \nCancellations for events must be made at least 72 hours in advance. If 3 or more late cancellations or no-shows occur within a six-month period\, the household’s event registrations in the following six months will default to a waitlist. \nThis event is limited to Wisconsin residents impacted by adoption or out-of-home care and their immediate household.
URL:https://www.wifamilyconnectionscenter.org/events/live-viewing-hope-for-the-journey-conference-altoona/
LOCATION:Fish House at Altoona City Park\, 418 9th St. West\, Altoona\, WI\, 54720
CATEGORIES:Conference
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SUMMARY:Virtual Group: Adult Adoptees
DESCRIPTION:A virtual group for adult adoptees in WI \n\n\n\n\nConnect 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 by an adult adoptee. \nThis online group will utilize Zoom to connect over video chat. You will need to have access to a smart phone or a computer with the free Zoom app\, a camera and microphone. Registrants will be emailed a link to use for joining the video chat. If you have any questions\, please contact creppe@cclse.org. \nThis group is offered through the Wisconsin Family Connections Center\, a program funded by the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families. \nRegister
URL:https://www.wifamilyconnectionscenter.org/events/virtual-group-adult-adoptees-2/2026-07-08/
CATEGORIES:Support Group
LOCATION:https://www.wifamilyconnectionscenter.org/events/virtual-group-adult-adoptees-2/2026-07-08/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260707T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260707T200000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Group: Open Mic Teen Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Youth ages 13-17 who are part of an adoptive or guardianship family in Wisconsin \n\n\n\n\nAbout this event \nJoin 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 Christy\, WIFCC Support Specialists. Join as often as you would like! \nThis online group will utilize Zoom to connect over video chat. Your child will need to have access to a smart phone with the free Zoom app\, or a computer with a camera and microphone. Parents\, you will receive the link your child will need to connect to the group. If you have any questions\, please contact ctimm@cclse.org or ccoulthurst@cclse.org. \nWho is this group for? for teens who are in foster\, adoptive\, kinship\, and/or guardianship families. \nThe group’s goal is to provide a structured and safe place for your child to build trust\, coping skills\, and peer connections while reducing frustration\, conflicts\, and anxiety felt at home. The group provides your child an opportunity to meet with fellow children dealing with similar challenges with their families on a more personal level. Your child will participate in a variety of activities and discussion while focusing on this session’s theme. The overall goal is for your child to feel supported\, that they have control over their attitude and success in life\, and understand the complexities of family life. \nRegister
URL:https://www.wifamilyconnectionscenter.org/events/virtual-group-open-mic-teen-support-group-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Support Group
LOCATION:https://www.wifamilyconnectionscenter.org/events/virtual-group-open-mic-teen-support-group-2-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260707T090000
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SUMMARY:Caregiver Coffee Meet Up: Waukesha County
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite. \n\n\n\n\nFoster\, adoptive\, guardianship\, kinship\, and reunified caregivers—join us to connect\, learn\, and share! The Wisconsin Family Connections Center invites you to gather with fellow caregivers in a welcoming\, informal setting to build community and support one another. \nWe meet every 6 weeks at rotating locations throughout Waukesha County. Each registered participant will receive up to $15 toward a food or drink purchase. \nℹ️ Important Details\n\nRegistration is required for each individual event date.\nThis is an adults-only event; childcare is not available onsite.\nA $25 childcare reimbursement per family is available for those who need to arrange care (if not covered by another funding source).\n\n❗ Cancellation Policy\nCancellations must be made at least 72 hours in advance.\nIf 3 or more late cancellations or no-shows occur within a six-month period\, the household’s event registrations in the following six months will default to a waitlist. \n👥 Eligibility\nThis event is limited to Wisconsin caregivers of children impacted by adoption or out-of-home care and their immediate household. \n📧 Questions?\nContact Jamie at jsocolick@cclse.org for more information. \nWe look forward to connecting with you!
URL:https://www.wifamilyconnectionscenter.org/events/caregiver-coffee-meet-up-waukesha-county-2/
LOCATION:Inclusion Coffee\, 3152 Village Square Dr.\, Hartland\, WI\, 53029
CATEGORIES:Support Group
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SUMMARY:Virtual Group: Connected Parenting
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\n\nAdoptive\, 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: \n–A place to be seen\, heard\, and supported from other attendees who understand similar parenting challenges; \n–More brain based\, connection-focused parenting support; and \n-Helpful ideas and resources from the group’s facilitators. \nThe group meets on the 3rd Monday of each month from noon (12:00 pm) – 1:00 pm. There will be monthly focus areas for discussion and/or guest speakers to support ongoing learning\, but always with plenty of time for connection and support. Please register early as group size is limited. \nThis group is facilitated by WIFCC Case Manager Allison Kunkel MS\, APSW and Support Specialist Val Zegers. With questions\, please email wifcc@cclse.org. \nPlease note: This group is specifically designed to provide support for the caregivers who are struggling to find parenting techniques to support a child in their home who may have a trauma history alongside emotional/behavioral challenges or diagnoses. You will be asked to confirm that this applies to you within your registration. If you are interested in a more social group that still has a connected parenting approach\, please check out some of our other virtual support group options at https://wifcc.eventbrite.com/ \nThis online group will utilize Zoom to connect over video chat. You will need to have access to a smart phone with the free Zoom app\, or a computer with a camera and microphone. \nThis group is offered through the Wisconsin Family Connections Center\, a program funded by the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families. \nRegister
URL:https://www.wifamilyconnectionscenter.org/events/virtual-group-trauma-informed-parenting/2026-06-15/
CATEGORIES:Support Group
LOCATION:https://www.wifamilyconnectionscenter.org/events/virtual-group-trauma-informed-parenting/2026-06-15/
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SUMMARY:Virtual Group: Connected Parenting
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\n\nAdoptive\, 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: \n–A place to be seen\, heard\, and supported from other attendees who understand similar parenting challenges; \n–More brain based\, connection-focused parenting support; and \n-Helpful ideas and resources from the group’s facilitators. \nThe group meets on the 3rd Monday of each month from noon (12:00 pm) – 1:00 pm. There will be monthly focus areas for discussion and/or guest speakers to support ongoing learning\, but always with plenty of time for connection and support. Please register early as group size is limited. \nThis group is facilitated by WIFCC Case Manager Allison Kunkel MS\, APSW and Support Specialist Val Zegers. With questions\, please email wifcc@cclse.org. \nPlease note: This group is specifically designed to provide support for the caregivers who are struggling to find parenting techniques to support a child in their home who may have a trauma history alongside emotional/behavioral challenges or diagnoses. You will be asked to confirm that this applies to you within your registration. If you are interested in a more social group that still has a connected parenting approach\, please check out some of our other virtual support group options at https://wifcc.eventbrite.com/ \nThis online group will utilize Zoom to connect over video chat. You will need to have access to a smart phone with the free Zoom app\, or a computer with a camera and microphone. \nThis group is offered through the Wisconsin Family Connections Center\, a program funded by the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families. \nRegister
URL:https://www.wifamilyconnectionscenter.org/events/virtual-group-trauma-informed-parenting/2026-05-18/
CATEGORIES:Support Group
LOCATION:https://www.wifamilyconnectionscenter.org/events/virtual-group-trauma-informed-parenting/2026-05-18/
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