Are you searching for foster care information? Are you ready to take the first step to become a foster parent but don't know where to begin? No worries, the staff at CCR are ready to help you explore Wisconsin foster care. We understand that websites are often overwhelming and group information sessions can feel impersonal. […]
You have made the decision and you are ready to become a foster parent. How exciting! Or perhaps, how overwhelming! There are many steps required to get a foster care license and you will want to have an experienced foster agency walking you through the process. An agency that is willing to explain the details, […]
If you desire to help foster kids but cannot commit to full-time foster care, providing respite care might be the perfect way to get involved. Respite providers give CCR foster parents a break for a few hours, overnight, or a few days. Being a certified respite provider to one or two CCR families is a […]
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 […]
It is a popular question many prospective foster parents ask. If you want to become a foster parent there are many things to consider before beginning the process to get a foster care license. In particular, how will your family handle the challenges, changes, and rewards? We can answer nearly all your foster care questions with […]
When a child enters the Wisconsin foster care system, they are most often placed in a licensed county foster home unless placed in the home of a relative. If a child is part of a larger sibling group, they may or may not be placed in the same foster home as their siblings. Placement is […]
Foster parent training classes are required and critical to gaining the tools necessary to be a successful Wisconsin foster parent. Training is designed to be informative, engaging, and thought-provoking. Most importantly, our foster parent training teaches trauma-informed parenting skills. New CCR foster parents come from counties across Wisconsin with diverse backgrounds to learn and prepare […]
If you are exploring how to become a foster parent and have fur babies or farm animals, this blog is for you. Perhaps you worry about your four-legged friends sharing the home with foster kids. Pets provide acceptance without judgment and offer kids in foster care dependable relationships with little risk. Not just indoor pets. […]
CCR is desperate for new foster parents wishing to help Wisconsin teens. More Teenagers in foster care than ever are at risk of aging out of care with no family or dependable support system. In 2022 we have seen a significant increase in the number of teens referred to CCR. Sadly, it is increasingly challenging […]
Wisconsin foster parents receive a monthly payment, also called a stipend, to care for the basic needs of a foster child. How much is it? Is it enough? Foster care payments are a delicate topic and often misunderstood. Nobody wants to be perceived as wanting to become a foster parent for the money. In our […]
Foster care isn’t about building a family. It’s about stepping right into brokenness on purpose. It’s about loving kids with everything in you while knowing you'll have to let go.
😳Bouncing between homes, couch surfing, or staying in hotels should not be options! Every day without a stable, caring adult deepens trauma and makes it harder to trust, succeed, and feel safe.
YOU can help:
1️⃣ Stability: Being in ONE stable, predictable home.
2️⃣ Connection: Regular, consistent relationships they can trust.
3️⃣ Hope: They are worthy. They are valued. They are lovable!
You don’t need to be perfect — just show up. ❤ CCR provides training, 24/7 support, and guidance every step of the way. If you have a very flexible schedule and can be at home when a kid is not in school, please call us. 608-827-7100 ask for Jane.
