Daniel and Beth* are prepared to do whatever it takes to help their children adjust to life with Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD). They adopted three siblings after caring for them as foster children. They were not aware of the severity of RAD in each child, but did know that their biological mother had been in and out of jail on drug and prostitution charges.All three children are in counseling, and play therapy has been helpful in treating their RAD, but life is still very challenging. Beth spends her time taking children to counseling or therapy and meeting with teachers and principals. "The easiest way to explain what RAD is, is to say that my children have no conscience. They know right from wrong, but they just don't care," Beth explained. "If they want something, they will steal it. If they want to hit someone, they will, and the consequences don't matter," she added.Beth also shared that by age 20, 50% of RAD children will be dead, either due to suicide or risk taking behaviors; 25% will be in jail, and 25% will have responded to treatment and learned to cope with their illness. "I refuse to let my children be part of the 75%," Beth said. "That's why the workshop on RAD offered by the Partnership for Youth Coalition was so helpful to us. There's not a lot of information available for parents" she commented. "It's good to know that we're not alone," Daniel added.Your gift does matter... it makes programs like the one Beth and Daniel attended possible. Your gift also helps to provide counseling and other treatment for children and families who are struggling with mental health issues. Thanks to you, they are receiving the help they need.*names changed for confidentiality
There's no better way to start your campaign planning than by attending the 2016 Campaign Kick-off Breakfast on Tuesday, August 16, from 7:00-9:30. This year's breakfast will be at the Holiday Inn in Rothschild. At the event you will:
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The Workplace Volunteer Council is gearing up for their annual Fill a Backpack Fill a Need project on August 20. With the rising number of children qualifying for free and reduced lunch because of their family income, and the increasing cost of school supplies, this project meets a very real need in our community. Please consider picking up a few supplies while you are out shopping and donating them at one of the drop off sites. You'll find a list of most needed supplies and drop off locations on our website.
CommUnity Fest will be September 24, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Marathon Park. In addition to fun activities for kids and families, the highlight of the day is visiting the awesome food sculptures created by local businesses. If your organization is interested in building a sculpture, be sure to register NOW to be included in the fun. You'll find more information and a gallery of photos on our website. It's a great way to build team work while supporting a good cause --after the event, the Marathon County Hunger Coalition distributes all of the food used in the sculptures to local food pantries.
One lucky donor will drive away in a brand new 2015 Jeep Renegade. Additional prizes of $1000 and $500 gas cards will also be awarded.
It's easy to enter.... All entries must be received by December 9, 2016. Prizes will be awarded at the Recognition Luncheon on January 20, 2017.
Would you like to have the jeep on site at your location? Visit the For The Workplace section on our website and select Sweepstakes. Under Resources, click on Reserve the Jeep to link you to the calendar and request form.
Thanks to our generous sponsors: Brickner Family Auto Group, Cloverbelt Credit Union, The Dirks Group, Mid-Wisconsin Beverage, QPS Employment Group and UMR.
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Daniel and Beth* are prepared to do whatever it takes to help their children adjust to life with Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD). They adopted three siblings after caring for them as foster children. They were not aware of the severity of RAD in each child, but did know that their biological mother had been in and out of jail on drug and prostitution charges.
The Workplace Volunteer Council is gearing up for their annual Fill a Backpack Fill a Need project on August 20. With the rising number of children qualifying for free and reduced lunch because of their family income, and the increasing cost of school supplies, this project meets a very real need in our community. Please consider picking up a few supplies while you are out shopping and donating them at one of the drop off sites. You'll find a list of 
CommUnity Fest will be September 24, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Marathon Park. In addition to fun activities for kids and families, the highlight of the day is visiting the awesome food sculptures created by local businesses. If your organization is interested in building a sculpture, be sure to 
One lucky donor will drive away in a brand new 2015 Jeep Renegade. Additional prizes of $1000 and $500 gas cards will also be awarded.