Norris

11/03/2026

🍂 Curious about foster care? Join us for Foster Care 101!

Learn about foster care in your community, ask questions, and discover how you can make a difference in a child's life.

📅 Tuesday, November 10
⏰ 6:00–7:00 PM
💻 Register here: https://forms.gle/65r7tMwhF4DDhTHE8

Whether you're just curious or considering becoming a foster parent, all are welcome! No commitment required—just an opportunity to learn.

10/28/2026

Foster care is about more than caring for a child—it’s about supporting the whole family.

Small acts of encouragement, meaningful connections, and a little extra support can make a lasting difference. Discover how foster parents can walk alongside birth families and help build a culture of connection, compassion, and hope.

Read our new blog: https://www.norriscenter.org/norris/parent-peer-support-walking-alongside-families/

Morgan Harner MSW, CAPSW | TFC Coordinator I recently had the opportunity to participate in a training about Parents Supporting …

10/19/2026

You could be the difference in a child’s life. Take the first step today!

Join Norris for a virtual foster care information session on October 28 at 6:00 PM. Discover how you can make an impact in your community by opening your heart and home to a child who needs support.

Don’t just wonder if you could make a difference—come find out how!
REGISTER NOW: https://forms.gle/LGBYYZdKBkw31nYX7

10/13/2026

🧡 Every life matters. Every conversation matters.

Last year, 47,117 children ages 8–13 who completed Mental Health America’s online screening reported frequent thoughts of su***de. This is a powerful reminder of the importance of prioritizing youth mental health and ensuring every child feels seen, heard, and supported.

In recognition of World Mental Health Day on October 10, members of the Norris team participated in the American Foundation for Su***de Prevention’s (AFSP) Out of the Darkness Walk to raise awareness, support su***de prevention research and education, and stand alongside those affected by su***de.

Together, we can break the stigma, build connections, and bring hope to those who need it most. 🧡

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10/08/2026

Your donor-advised fund (DAF) can make a lasting difference for young people and families across Wisconsin! Support Norris' mission of transforming lives through connection and healing by recommending a grant from your DAF in three easy steps:

Log in to your DAF account.

Search for Norris, Inc. (EIN 39-0833609).

Recommend a grant in any amount.

Every gift helps create opportunities for healing, growth, and brighter futures!

10/07/2026

Join us for Foster Care 101 on October 14 at 6:00 PM to learn more about treatment foster care, who can foster, the support Norris provides, and what the process looks like from your first question to becoming licensed.

There’s no commitment—just an opportunity to learn, ask questions, and see if fostering might be right for you.

You can register for this virtual information meeting here-https://forms.gle/wRfMZwCktgu5t9ii8

10/06/2026

Bristlecone Charity is an organization dedicated to supporting disadvantaged youth in our community. For the past several years, they have generously supported Norris youth by providing bikes, fishing poles, and other recreational items that create opportunities for fun, connection, and positive experiences.

On September 29th, it was our turn to give back. Natalie Zanoni and Sonja Kania were honored to support Bristlecone Charity by attending their annual Fall Banquet and celebrating the meaningful work they do for youth in our community.

We are grateful for their continued generosity and commitment to making a difference in the lives of young people. It was a privilege to come together, show our support, and help ensure their important work continues.

10/02/2026

For the fifth year, Norris welcomed 40+ second-year Master of Science in Counseling students from Mount Mary University to our Mukwonago campus for a day of connection and reflection through our Adventure Education Program.

Required for all second-year graduate students, the group participated in three different team building & self-reflection activities - high ropes course, low ropes course and an art therapy project.

The weather was beautiful, the energy was high and the team walked away with some memorable experiences as well as new tools & skills to carry into their future clinical roles!

10/01/2026

October 1st means the official start of Spooky Season! 🎃👻 Bring on the costumes, pumpkins, haunted houses, and Halloween fun.

But October also carries a much more important reminder - Breast Cancer Awareness Month. 💗It is estimated that by the end of 2026, 324,580 men and women will receive a new breast cancer diagnosis, and 42,670 will lose their lives to this terrible disease.

So as we turn October orange, make room for plenty of pink, too, and visit www.komen.org to learn about risk, risk factors, and how early detection can save lives . 🎃🩷

Susan G. Komen addresses breast cancer on multiple fronts in order to make the biggest impact against this disease. Join our fight!

09/29/2026

From preparing for that first night to knowing what questions to ask, our latest blog shares practical guidance for foster parents as they welcome a child into their home.

Read the full blog: https://www.norriscenter.org/norris/you-said-yes-to-a-placement-now-what/