Kinship care is a program designed to help support a child who resides outside of his or her own home, either temporarily or for the long term, with a relative (such as an adult sibling, a first cousin, a nephew or niece, an uncle or aunt or a grandparent, among others).

Under 2023 Wisconsin Act 119, like-kin caregivers may also qualify for Kinship Care and is defined as an adult with a significant emotional, family-like bond with a child or their family, who is not legally or biologically related. This may include mentors, neighbors, or coaches, and for Indian children, those identified by the tribe.   

Please contact Kari Cottonaro for more information at (608) 339-4344 or karlene.cottonaro@co.adams.wi.us.