Jacqueline is a mother and found herself going through a personal issue. This had an immediate impact on her family’s housing as they were forced to sell their house and move. The disruption to her security forced her to reexamine her employment prospects. Specifically, she needed more hours. She approached FSC to enroll in Wisconsin … See details
Since 2001, Courtney had been in and out of Wisconsin Works (W-2). Circumstances out her control led to bouts of homelessness and medical issues. But don’t worry—this story has a happy ending. She was resilient and knew the benefits of the program and kept coming back. Over the years, she had found a number of … See details
When it comes to achieving a dream, a good plan is essential. Without a goal to strive toward, however, I’m reminded of the exchange between Alice and the Cheshire Cat in Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland: ‘Would you tell me, please, which way I ought to go from here?’ asked Alice ‘That depends a good … See details
Doris is a graduate of our TrANS program who has transformed her life. Recently, she took the time to share her story, which we present here in her own words. “As a survivor of domestic violence and homelessness and as a single mother of one incredible son, I made a vow to myself that would … See details
Since he could remember, Justin wanted to make something of himself. Too many times in his life, he’s been overlooked or misjudged. He lacked the confidence to show people who he really was and what talents he brought to the table. Justin was a strong, smart and hard working individual with a dream. All he … See details
The holidays don’t have to be a stressful time. Holidays are a time for you to enjoy your loved ones. If you are having trouble finding resources this holiday season, don’t fret! We partner with many local agencies who have free Christmas toy and meal programs available for you. Check the list below for a … See details
In Today’s Construction Industry, women make up 10.9% of all workers at a construction site. And while more women are joining the field, there’s still along way to go before they will be equally represented. Solid union-wages are a big draw to this career field but being the only woman on a 100-person crew sometimes … See details
When you become a mother, your whole life shifts, and your priorities can change in an instant. Motherhood can sometimes feel like a miraculous feat and can be even more challenging when you struggle to find steady income to support yourself. Stephanie was a single mom with a beautiful newborn. Quickly settling into motherhood, she … See details
