The Extension Institute of Human Development & Relationships provides the tools Wisconsinites need to thrive as well-rounded, capable individuals and families. Our programs promote aging-friendly communities, coach effective parents and help families put technology, mindfulness and financial awareness to use.
Join the constellation! Across our county, departments shine like stars, and these FREE Wisconsin Idea Week events bring them into alignment for something extraordinary: A chance to see what Extension, Public Health, and other departments can do for you! All of these events are FREE, and open to the public. Registration is required for all […]
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Does your child (6-14 years old) have moderate to high levels of anxiety that causes significant distress or impact on their everyday functioning? This program aims to help parents develop a toolbox of strategies and choose the most effective to respond to their child’s anxiety. Tuesdays, February 3 – March 10, 2026Virtual via Zoom 9:00am […]
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Become a certified Rent Smart facilitator! In this training, you’ll learn how to teach renters about their rights and responsibilities, build strong rental habits, and support housing stability. After completing the course, you’ll receive a certificate and access to all program materials to offer Rent Smart in your community. February 3, 5, 10, & 12, […]
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Financial Coaching Foundations is a course for case managers, social workers, and other helping professionals that provides skills and strategies to help clients build lasting change in managing their finances. In this highly interactive course, participants will: March 16, 19, 23, 26, & 30, 2026 (Mondays & Thursdays)10:00am – 12:30pm * Participants are also required […]
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Rent Smart is designed to help those individuals who have little to no rental experience and those who have had difficulty obtaining rental housing. Participants may be first time renters as they graduate from school, homeowners transitioning to renting, individuals with poor rental or credit history, or individuals who have other issues that may cause potential […]
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Workshop Schedule June 9, 11, 16, 16, 23, & 25 (Mon/Wed) | 9-10amAugust 11, 14, 18, 21, 25, & 28 (Mon/Thurs) | 11am – 12pmSeptember 9, 12, 16, 19, 23, & 26 (Tues/Fri) | 9-10amOctober 4, 11, & 18 (Sat) | 9-11:30amNovember 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, & 26 (Mon/Wed) | 7-8pmDecember 1, 4, 8, […]
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The University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension has created two Rent Smart fact sheets to assist housing applicants, tenants, and landlords understand the housing laws that apply to application fees and evictions. These fact sheets describe scenarios around the return of application fees and the notices required to begin the legal eviction process. Application Fees […]
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Invite some friends and join us for a potluck lunch, our annual business meeting, and a presentation by Sandy Toland from the Oshkosh Public Library about the Orphan Train, a part of Winnebago County history. Monday, October 9, 2023J.P. Coughlin Center: 625 E. County Rd. Y, Oshkosh12:00pm Potluck Lunch1:00pm Business Meeting2:00pm Presentation
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Join free online parenting classes. Connect with other parents. Get practical, positive parenting ideas. Help children grow. Raising WI Children online parenting classes are offered to all parents and caregivers. The following summer classes are available. You may choose to attend one or more of the following sessions: Learn more & register at:go.wisc.edu/parenting-classes Print or […]
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Five graduate students from the La Follette School of Public Affairs demonstrated that universal child savings accounts could have significant benefits for the state when they conducted the first statewide cost-benefit analysis of the idea last fall. Stephanie Mertens, Ian O’Connor-Giles, Adam Riley, Sam Schneider, and Tyler Williams completed the study on behalf of UW–Madison’s Division of […]
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