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.
In the aftermath of a natural disaster (or disaster of any kind), things can be chaotic. ATMs may not be working, phone lines and Internet might be down and businesses that you need to contact may not be staffed. It’s important to think ahead about how you will keep your money and your personal financial […]
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Renters insurance protects you, the renter when your belongings are stolen or damaged due to fire, flooding, or other events listed in the insurance policy. Renters insurance does not cover the structure where you live; this is covered by the landlord’s insurance policy. Renters insurance pays you for losses up to limits of the policy. […]
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Have you noticed more hurricanes, tornadoes, wildfires, and other extreme weather events in many parts of the country in recent years? So have insurance providers. They’ve responded by raising premiums and in some cases stopping coverage all together. How can you protect your home–for many of us our largest asset–in the event of damage or […]
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A series of topic-specific classes for parents or caregivers raising children together while living apart. Join us for any or all of the following sessions!
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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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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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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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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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A Response for Fatherhood: What We Heard from Wisconsin Dads What does it take to support today’s fathers? How do you define a successful fatherhood? Those are the questions research from UW-Madison Extension is answering with its Wisconsin Fatherhood Need assessment, a report now available here: https://parenting.extension.wisc.edu/fatherhood Extension realized we were not serving fathers in […]
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FREE Relationship Help for Couples in All Life Stages The Strong Couples Program is free! This program is for couples together 6 months or longer, in all life stages. This educational program is NOT counseling. The program teaches couples to use tools to improve their relationship. Benefits to Couples Why should you and your partner […]
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