Can Wisconsin foster parents work? Can single foster parents work? If you want to become a foster parent in Wisconsin and you are working full-time, there is good news. It is possible IF you meet the required flexibility and availability requirements. Wisconsin foster parents can work but must be available and flexible. Being a foster […]
Abitgail has spent most of her life in Wisconsin foster care. This is her third time being removed from the home. She is a sweet 10-year-old with significant trauma. She is funny and silly, and enjoys school and being around other children. Following is some of the information we received about Abigail. Kids in Wisconsin […]
Why Parenting Foster Children Is Different – And Why That Matters If you’re considering becoming a Wisconsin foster parent, you might imagine that parenting a foster child is much like parenting any other child, just with a bit more patience and lots of compassion. That's partly true. But it's critical to understand the many differences […]
Looking for a foster home with stability and acceptance Eli is 13 years old and needs a Wisconsin foster home where things don’t change every few months. Years of instability have taught him to be careful with trust. He watches first, listens closely, and waits to see if adults are really going to stay. Or […]
Getting to know the kids in Wisconsin foster care begins with understanding why children are removed from their homes in the first place. The seriousness of abuse and neglect and the lasting impact it has on a developing child cannot be overstated. Reasons why kids enter Wisconsin Foster Care Neglect Physical neglect happens when children […]
Matching foster children and youth with Wisconsin foster parents is a thoughtful and deliberate process designed to help children heal and foster parents succeed. At CCR, every placement is carefully made and doesn't happen overnight. Planned placements take time to ensure children can heal and families can thrive. Placing Wisconsin foster children in the best […]
David has been in and out of Wisconsin foster care for five years. He is 14 years old. He is currently placed with a cousin struggling to meet his needs. Here is a bit of David's story: Wisconsin foster parents need a flexible schedule David, a 14-year-old boy, needs a foster home with at least […]
I went into the Wisconsin foster care system at 14, and I was immediately deemed unplaceable due to my age. I wasn’t much trouble, never used drugs or drank alcohol. I was an A/B student and kept to myself. I did struggle with depression and suicidal thoughts, but given everything I’d been through, that wasn’t […]
Why Having a Flexible Schedule Makes Foster Parenting Easier Becoming a foster parent in Wisconsin is a big commitment, and a rewarding one. Most of the kids at CCR have moved homes more than once, which can make everyday routines feel harder for them. Simple things like school mornings, bedtime, or changes in plans can […]
Foster care is a temporary arrangement, with the goal usually being to reunite the child with their biological family. While there are no guarantees of adopting a foster child through CCR, it does happen. By approaching foster parenting with the right mindset and being open to the challenges and realities it presents, your family may […]
