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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/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Virtual Support Group
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SUMMARY:Parent/Caregiver Pressed Flower Frames at Green Oasis: Chippewa Falls
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite. (on sale May 13 @6pm) \n\n\n\n\nFoster\, adoptive\, guardianship\, kinship\, and reunified caregivers\, join the Wisconsin Family Connections Center to connect\, learn\, and share at Green Oasis Garden Center in Chippewa Falls on Wednesday\, June 17th at 4:30pm for a pressed flower frame workshop! All materials to create your project will be provided. The workshop will take approximately 1.5 hours. \nContact Madeline at mcurry@cclse.org with any questions. \nPlease note: This is an adult only event\, and no childcare will be available on site. Please make arrangements accordingly. A $25 childcare reimbursement is available\, one per family\, for folks who must secure childcare in order to attend\, if not already covered by another funding source. \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/parent-caregiver-pressed-flower-frames-at-green-oasis-chippewa-falls/
LOCATION:Green Oasis\, 1403 122nd St.\, Chippewa Falls\, WI\, 54729
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SUMMARY:Caregiver Coffee Meet Up: Madison
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite.\n\n\n\nJoin the Wisconsin Family Connections Center for this opportunity to meet with other caregivers and make connections! Come enjoy a meal and cup of coffee on us and get to know other adoptive\, guardianship\, foster\, kinship\, and reunified caregivers in your area. \nWe will meet at Mercies Coffee in Madison\, WI. Each registrant will receive up to $15.00 towards the purchase of food or drink (non-alcoholic beverages) during our time together. You can view the menu here: https://merciescoffeewi.com/#our-menu \nThis is a great opportunity to bring any questions\, resources\, or fun facts to a group of other caregivers. If you have any questions\, please contact Megan at mmiller@cclse.org. \nPlease note: This is an adult only event\, and no childcare will be available on site. This event is specific for adoptive\, guardianship\, foster\, kinship\, and reunified caregivers. \nRegister
URL:https://www.wifamilyconnectionscenter.org/events/caregiver-coffee-meet-up-madison/2026-06-20/
LOCATION:Mercies Coffee\, 1748 Eagan Road\, Madison\, WI\, 53704
CATEGORIES:Support Group
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SUMMARY:One-Day Conference - Connection First: Supporting Youth Through Relationships\, Regulation\, and Real-Life Tools
DESCRIPTION:Before our big annual conference in October\, we’re offering a full day of virtual training for adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers and professionals in June!  Hosted by Families Rising MN (but join us wherever you’re located). \n\nFeaturing 4 Keynote Sessions\n\n\nFoster and Birth Families Working Together\nwith Chauncey Strong\nExplore what is possible in child welfare when relationships between birth families and foster/adoptive parents are rooted in shared purpose\, trust\, and respect. Gain tools to strengthen communication\, overcome challenges\, and build authentic connections. \nUnderstanding the Arc of Escalation\nwith Jaclyn Kodosky\nBy understanding initial behavioral triggers and full-blwon crises—caregivers and professionals can learn to anticipate behaviors\, intervene early\, and respond effectively at each stage. Gain insight into the key stages of escalation\, learn the importance of early intervention\, and explore strategies for managing behavior during and after a crisis. \nCreating the Soundtrack to Your Home\nwith Michael Sanders\nAn energetic session that taps Into the power of music to build connection\, spark conversation\, and help caregivers tune In to what really matters to youth. \nWhen You’re Triggered Too: Nervous-System-First Caregiving for FASD and High-Intensity Parenting\nwith Michael Harris\nUnderstand what happens in your own nervous system when you’re under intense parenting stress that stems from FASD-related and trauma-related behaviors. Gain practical\, realistic tools you can use before\, during\, and after meltdowns. \n\n\n\n\nGain new family strategies—and earn training hours while you do it.\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.wifamilyconnectionscenter.org/events/one-day-conference-connection-first-supporting-youth-through-relationships-regulation-and-real-life-tools/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Conference
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SUMMARY:Family Fun Night at Together Farms: Mondovi
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this event is required on Eventbrite. (on sale May 29\, 2026 @6pm) \n\n\n\n\nJoin WiFCC at Together Farms on Tuesday\, June 23rd for an evening of burgers\, live music and fun! Together Farms offers grass-fed beef and locally sourced ingredients. WiFCC has reserved the farm for our group only. Each family will receive $15.00 per attendee to use towards food only. Any expenses over the $15.00 per attendee will be responsible to be paid for by the attendee(s). Beverages will be available to purchase onsite. \nThere is a maximum of 5 registrants per household. \nThis event is intended for adoptive\, foster\, guardianship\, relative caregiver and reunified families. \nLearn more about Together Farms and view their menu on their website https://togetherfarms.com/ \nIf you have any questions about this event\, please 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. \nPlease note:\nThis event will take place on a working farm in rural Wisconsin. We are visitors to this farm and are asked to exercise respect for buildings\, farm equipment\, trees\, plants\, and animals. Attendees must leave gates & doors how they find them. Caregivers are responsible for the supervision of their children. Together Farms invites families to run and play however\, many dangers exist on the farm including electric fences\, animals\, and farm equipment. It is not the responsibility of Together Farms or The Wisconsin Family Connections Center to supervise your children during this event. By registering for this event\, you understand it is your responsibility to supervise your children at all times during this event. Families should be aware that various animals are present on the farm and should be treated with respect. For example\, there are multiple dogs that may be freely navigating the property during our event. Do not interact with the dogs unless they approach you. Use caution when interacting with any animals and follow any instructions provided by Together Farms staff regarding approaching any animals.
URL:https://www.wifamilyconnectionscenter.org/events/family-fun-night-at-together-farms-mondovi/
LOCATION:Together Farms\, W93 Norden Road\, Mondovi\, WI\, 54755\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun
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