Update on Level 5

Almost one month ago, we advised FCC employees that we were opening our Level 5 house, a shift staffed Foster Home for youth with intense special needs.  The home was opened on a temporary and conditional license from the state until September 30, 2016.  The expectation was that FCC would be fully staffed and trained

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In Case You Missed It: 2015 Better Tomorrows Community Report Annual Magazine

Check out all the program successes, staff highlights and agency stats in last year’s annual report! Click the cover to read the annual report magazine.

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Did you know? CSP in Black River Falls Saved a Life!

Every day Family & Children’s Center staff prove that their hard work, dedication and passion for excellent care changes lives. Earlier this summer Carrol Jarrett and Kayleigh Marten of CSP in Black River Falls helped saved a man’s life. Imagine wearing the clothes you wore to work and having to walk through raspberry brambles… click the article

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Employee Updates

The following employees have recently joined the FCC Team!                           Congratulations to these FCC staff on their new roles! Kristen Foehner – Recently became part time in WRIC La Crosse, had been LTE; Paris Moore – Recently became Team Lead – Weston Youth Home

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Darkness to Light’s Stewards of Children Training

See the flyer below for details about Darkness to Light’s Stewards of Children Training, a free opportunity for staff, foster parents, and clients to learn about preventing and responding to child sexual abuse.

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Social Isolation in Youth – Free Workshop

Please see the flyer below for information on a half day workshop on social isolation in children, including bullying, racial bias, and parental neglect.  This is a free event for educators, counselors, and others who work with youth.

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Weston October Staff of the Month

  CONGRATULATIONS TO SIEANNA HAAKENSON!  Sieanna Haakenson is Weston’s October Staff of the Month!  Sieanna is very focused on consistency which supports the agency’s value of excellence.  She also demonstrates excellence by attending all staff meetings and actively participating in conversations and asking questions regarding unit needs.  She continues to improve her skills on the job.  Sieanna has proved to

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You’re Invited – Oktoberfest Employee Potlucks!

Please read on to find out more about the fun, food, and prizes at the Oktoberfest Employee Potlucks, happening next week at every location!

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It’s time to order your calendar!

    It is now time to place your annual calendar orders.  Each employee can order one calendar if his or her position requires it. Ask your supervisor or the receptionist at any location for the order form, and be sure to turn it in by Friday, September 30th.  Order forms can also be found in the 3rd and 5th floor copy rooms

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From the Desk of… Kathy Rohr, Director of Adult Programs, WI

Hello!  Just want to take a moment to share with you all some highlights, updates and challenges from the programs I oversee.  Things have been very busy in our Community Support Programs and in our IPS Supported Employment Program, due to staff turnover.  I’d like to take this opportunity to thank the staff of these

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