There are important choices when considering becoming a foster parent in Wisconsin. Should you get a foster care license with a private agency or with your county foster agency? There are many differences to understand. Too many people choose "local," which is not always the best choice for everyone. Do your homework and choose an […]
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 […]
Oh, we wish it were not so. But privacy is a priority.
One of the hardest parts of foster parent recruitment is that we can't show you the kids who need homes.
No photos.
No names.
No towns.
So the need feels invisible.
It doesn't always feel real.
The numbers are staggering.
But numbers rarely move hearts.
What is real is this:
Calls come every day from counties across Wisconsin needing a safe home for a child, teen, or siblings.
And there are not enough homes.
Not even close to enough.
Take a minute to imagine.
A face.
A name.
A town.
Then, courageously take the first step and call us.
We will guide you through it all.
6O8-827-71OO
Ask for Jane.
One last photo before everything changed.
We were on vacation on a very peaceful boat, soaking up the sun, and the topic came up again.
Of course, being on vacation is probably not the best time to make life decisions. LOL
It wasn't the first time we talked about it. But this time, we decided, yes, it's the right time.
Now or never.
Let's become foster parents!😍
I started laughing and said to my husband, "Are we crazy?"
He replied that crazy looked good on me and took my photo.
I love this man so much! We will be a great team for some kids who need us.❤😎
