Become a Foster Parent in Dane County, Wisconsin

Foster parents are needed in Dane County.

If you live in Dane County, foster parents are needed here.

Children, teens, and sibling groups from across Wisconsin need safe, stable, supportive foster homes. More licensed foster families mean more children can be placed in loving homes when they need care.

Support is local. Foster parents receive weekly in-home support visits, 24/7 on-call assistance, and ongoing training throughout their fostering journey.

What Foster Parenting Requires

Foster parents must have a flexible schedule and be able to support children through appointments, family visits, school needs, and changing circumstances.

Foster parents must also:

• Have at least one extra bedroom (children may be able to share a room, depending on age and circumstances)
• Pass a background check
• Complete required training and participate in ongoing case management support
• Be willing to care for children who have experienced trauma

Become a Foster Parent in Dane County

CCR receives referrals every day, but foster families must be licensed before they can accept a placement.

The licensing process takes approximately 100 days. Starting now helps ensure you are ready when a child, teen, or sibling group needs a foster home.

If you would like to learn more about becoming a foster parent or are ready to apply, we would love to connect with you.