-TFC Supervisor: Kori Wagner, MA, LPC For many new foster parents, the moment they say “yes” to a placement is exciting, emotional, a little surreal — and nerve-racking. What…
A Day at the Ballpark and the Power of Co-Parenting
This summer, Norris Therapeutic Foster Parents Jenn and Julie provided a meaningful example of co-parenting in foster care. They invited the mother of the children in their care to a…
Foster Care Appreciation Month: Celebrating Our Foster Care Community
May is Foster Care Appreciation Month. This is a time to recognize the individuals who make a difference in our community. Within Beyond Fostering, this month provides an opportunity to…
May is Foster Care Month: YOUR Questions-Answered
Each May, Foster Care Month invites us to recognize the importance of safe, supportive environments for children and the individuals who help provide them. It’s also a time to build…
The Power of Resilience
Updated 3/20/2026 As we enter into spring, I am reminded of annual events that occur during this time - there are the informal ones - spending more time outside with…
Foster Care to Forever Family-A Foster Mom’s Perspective
Behind every adoption story is a series of small, courageous “yes” moments. For Roberta, what began as a call for service for one child turned into something much greater…
What Fostering Has Taught Me- As a Mom, a Counselor, and a Foster Care Supervisor
My name is Kori Griffiths, and I have the privilege of serving as the Foster Care Program Supervisor for Beyond Fostering at Norris, Inc. in Mukwonago, Wisconsin. We’re a private…
From Interest to Impact: 6 Steps to Fostering
Step 1: Reach Out You can fill out an information request on our website (norriscenter.org/course/tfc), email us at tfc@norriscenter.org, or give us a call at 262-222-2000. We’ll answer your questions…
Why Become a Foster Parent? Beyond Fostering
Becoming a foster parent is one of the most meaningful ways you can change a child’s life. At Norris, we believe that when children are surrounded by stability, structure, and…
Personal Essay – Foster Youth Resilience
Author: Anonymous Applying for high school admissions can be stressful, especially when the schools ask for a personal essay. Below is what one foster youth submitted as she reflected on…
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