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Will My Home Qualify for Foster Care in Wisconsin? One of the first questions many people ask when they explore foster care is: “Will my home qualify?” The good news is that many families find that their home is closer to meeting the requirements than they expected. Wisconsin foster care licensing requirements focus on creating […]

Choosing the Right Foster Care Agency in Wisconsin Becoming a foster parent starts with one simple step: asking questions. And one of the most important questions is this:Who is going to support you once a child is placed in your home? Because that answer will shape your entire experience. What to Consider Before Becoming a […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Adopting a child from foster care is possible, though the primary goal of fostering with CCR is usually to reunite children with their biological families. Listen to our 12-minute deep-dive podcast and learn about the opportunities for adopting a foster child through CCR.  

A 6-minute deep-dive podcast exploring what to consider when choosing a foster care agency.  What to look for. What you should expect. And why CCR might be the best choice for you.

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 […]