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.
Discover our fantastic parenting and family relationship classes this March, April, and May! Print or share the flyer. Available Classes Include: Every Day Parenting: Couples Relationships: Family Transitions: Explore the schedule and learn more at parenting.extension.wisc.edu/class-calendar
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End-of-life planning is the ultimate gift you can give your loved ones. Join us for a multisession program that gives you the tools and resources to help begin or continue the end-of-life planning process. This type of planning, including advance care planning, is not just for people who are very old or ill. At any […]
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Connect with other fathers while learning to boost your child’s social and emotional skills! The schedule of sessions will be held on the following dates from 6:00-7:00 PM. You will be contacted at the email you provided each week by an Extension Educator to remind you of upcoming sessions. Attend one or all sessions: January […]
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The Resilient Co-Parenting classes are for parents or caregivers who are raising their children together while living apart. These classes are a source of ongoing support for co-parents as they continue their journey. Anyone can join! All class are free. Join us the first Thursday of each month at 7 PM. Classes are virtual on […]
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Join free online parenting classes. Connect with other parents. Get practical, positive, research-based parenting ideas. Help children grow. Raising Wisconsin’s Children online parenting classes are the 3rd Thursday at 1 PM unless otherwise noted. Classes are for any parent or caregiver. Upcoming Dates & Topics: Are you looking for additional classes and topics? The University […]
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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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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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