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Kate, Kenosha County

I have never looked back. Love my life with these kids!

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What is Treatment Foster Care in Wisconsin?

The Most Important Thing Kids Need

The Most Important Thing Kids Need

Treatment foster care provides more of what kids need to heal.

Treatment foster care in Wisconsin provides additional support services for foster children and parents. While most children are placed in treatment foster care due to emotional,  behavioral, and intellectual needs, many are referred to CCR simply because they are a sibling group and require more from a foster family. Children of all ages with a variety of trauma and mental health histories are cared for by CCR foster parents using trauma-informed parenting tools.

Prolonged neglect and abuse create a world of trauma for children. For over 35 years, CCR has been helping children and adolescents successfully heal from trauma through a variety of treatment plans. Foster parents are part of a team, working closely with staff and professionals to help children meet goals towards healing.

Kids in treatment foster care are matched with a foster family best able to meet their needs.

We are always looking for new and experienced foster parents interested in parenting kids of all ages. Our kids and sibling groups require a foster family that can provide a loving, stable, and supervised home environment. Kids with emotional and behavioral trauma histories grow and heal best when foster parents have flexible schedules. It is essential to understand that there are different levels of care for varying levels of trauma. More experienced foster parents care for higher levels, while newer families ease into things slowly as they gain experience.

Current foster parents interested in transferring to CCR can expect to learn about trauma-informed parenting and our many support services. We would love to speak with you about transferring your license to CCR. We promise our staff will provide you with abundant support services not often found at other agencies in Wisconsin.

Treatment Level Explained

Treatment Level Explained

We will train you in trauma-informed care, meet with you in your home WEEKLY, and be available 24/7. We promise!

  • Are you currently licensed at level 2 with your county and interested in fostering treatment level?
  • Do you have experience fostering and want to license again?
  • Are you looking for an agency that offers abundant support services?
Why we transferred to Treatment Care

Why we transferred to Treatment Care

Treatment level is about support services

Treatment level is about support services

Foster Care Questions & Answers

Can foster parents have pets?

Absolutely. Your pets will need to be up to date on vaccines, and a pet's temperament will be discussed if there is a concern.

Can I choose the age of children I want to foster?

Foster parents can choose their preferred age range. However, if you wish to foster younger children, CCR asks for a minimum age range of 0-10 years, including openness to siblings. The greatest need across Wisconsin is more homes for young siblings and teens.

What is it like parenting kids with trauma?

Parenting children and youth who have lived through trauma is hard. Their past abuse, neglect, and chaos often show up as big emotions, challenging behaviors, and deep mistrust. Traditional parenting approaches don’t work. CCR foster parents need flexibility, patience, and a willingness to meet kids in their hardest moments so they can finally feel safe—and begin to heal. Our team will support you 24/7.

How much does it cost to become a Wisconsin foster parent?

There is NO cost to become a Wisconsin foster parent.

How long does it take to get a foster license with CCR?

Absolutely. Your pets will need to be up to date on vaccines, and a pet's temperament will be discussed if there is a concern.
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