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Honoring a True Legislative Champion!
We were deeply honored to welcome Representative Elijah Behnke to our facility this week, where he was presented with a Legislative Champion for People with Disabilities Award by the Family Care Coalition. This special recognition celebrates Rep. Behnke’s ongoing...
Boo Zoo, a day of fun and friendship for our members
Our members recently enjoyed a spooktacular day at the NEW Zoo & Adventure Park in Suamico, Wisconsin, where they attended the annual Boo at the Zoo event! The fall air was crisp, the leaves were vibrant, and excitement filled the atmosphere as our group explored...
Wisconsin’s 2025–2027 Budget Secures Critical Support for Adult Family Homes and Direct Care Workers
We are proud to share that the Wisconsin 2025–2027 State Budget has officially passed, securing continued investment in community-based care through the approval of the Family Care Minimum Fee Schedule and the Direct Workforce Funding Initiative. This is an essential...
Advocating for Home and Community Services
Elijah Behnke our State Representative came to tour Community Alternatives and meet the folks we support and the staff that does the work. We are advocating for a permanent increase to the Minimum Fee Schedule that sets reimbursement rates based on a $15.75 per hour...
Art In The Park
We had a beautiful day for our 2021 Art In The Park Event. We had a wonderful picnic lunch (thanks to all our helpers!) and ended up with some great artwork. Thank you everyone that attended. [gallery link="file"...
Family Caregiver Video Series
November was National Family Caregiving Month, and in recognition of the challenges that family caregivers face, the Wisconsin Aging Advocacy Network, Survival Coalition, and Wisconsin Family Caregiver Alliance launched a video series available on YouTube: