Extension Bayfield County Highlights – 2019 Annual Report

This report showcases some of the accomplishments of our office in 2019. The partnerships between Bayfield County and the University of Wisconsin Division of Extension allows resources and information to be delivered to our residents and have an impact on our communities. If you know of an informational or educational need in your community, organization, business or family, please let us be a resource to help address it by contacting our office. We look forward to serving you in the future.

Trauma Informed Parenting/Caregiving – Online, Tuesdays Starting June 9

An 8-session program to help parents, caregivers, child-serving professionals and community members understand trauma and its impact on children so they can build positive relationships that help children thrive.

Parents Connect – Online Parenting Classes

Parent’s Connect is a free online educational series designed to support local parents of 3 to 12 year-olds. Sessions will be on Friday’s in May from 1-2 pm via video conference. Online registration required.

Parents Forever Co-Parenting Education Online Class

Co-parenting education is offered via Zoom video conference. An internet connection, webcam, microphone and active participation are required to certify course completion. Arrangements can be made to take the class in person if needed. Registered students only. Online registration and payment are required.

Oganawenimaan: Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Series

An online learning & support group for relative caregivers, Are you a grandparent, aunt, uncle, or other relative providing care for children? Learn about resources to help you. Share ideas, and support with other relative caregivers. Starting Thursday, May 7 at 1:00 p.m.
Live via Zoom—Join from smartphone, tablet or computer. Registration is required.

Control Credit/Manage Debt – Free Financial Workshop

Whether you want to boost your credit score, get out of debt or just manage your payments, this workshop can help you navigate the world of credit and debt.

Parenting Behind the Behaviour

Parents: Add a boost to your new year with Parenting Behind the Behavior. Tune in to University of Wisconsin-Extension Family Living Programs every Thursday at noon
for brief parenting tips from UW-Madison Division of Extension. https://www.facebook.com/HDRInstitute/

Relationships Matter – ONLINE class by LIVE Video Conference

Relationships impact happiness, security, finances – even long term heath. When we are busy, it’s easy to take them for granted. Give yourself a a relationship tune-up! Register by calling 715-373-6104 or register online.

Free Rent Smart Workshop

learn about: Finding and maintaining affordable housing, Rental applications and Screenings, Responsibilities and more! Contact Red Cliff Chippewa Housing Authority at 715-779-3744 x 3516 to register for this free workshop.

Basic Budgeting Workshop

Basic Budgeting is a free workshop offering strategies to help individuals plan for household expenses and build savings. Participants will learn to develop a spending and saving plan, discuss goal setting and identify community resources that can help.