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 […]
There are single foster parents across Wisconsin helping kids heal from traumatic backgrounds. Single men and women are doing fantastic work with kids in their care. They have generous hearts and offer youth a safe, stable home environment. One commonality, they all met the most critical CCR requirement to become a foster parent. You may […]
Ready to become a foster parent in Wisconsin? Choosing the best foster care agency means learning everything you can before starting the process. Understanding the many differences between county foster care and a private foster agency is essential. Choosing the right agency for yourself and your family will depend greatly on three things: The ages […]
We have 5 supervisors - Mary, Patty, Jayne, Brian, and Joan, each with 20-30 years of unwavering commitment to CCR, our foster families, and the kids and youth we serve. This remarkable employee longevity is what sets us apart from other agencies. It truly matters. 🤍
Think smaller! We aren't expecting you to foster for years. Maybe you can help one older child and see how it feels. You might find that you love it, or perhaps it’s not quite right for you. The only way to find out is to try and let us guide and support you. 🥰
