About Us
What programs do we offer?
River Source Family Center offers Play & Learn, Itty Bitty Playgroup, Parent Cafés, Parent Education, new parent support, and other family-friendly events. These programs offer social interactions for adults and children, healthy child development opportunities, family togetherness, support, and resources. Click here to see an expanded list of programs and services.
Where are we?
Our center is located in Chippewa Falls on North High Street.
River Source Family Center programs are offered throughout Chippewa County.
What does it cost to participate?
All River Source Family Center programs are free of charge. There are no income guidelines to participate, and all families are welcome to participate. River Source Family Center is a non-profit organization that is funded by local and state grants, foundations, and donations.
Who are our programs for?
Our programs are for any family who is pregnant or has children newborn to 5 years of age. You can be a family who is having their first baby or their fifth baby. If you are a parent/caregiver/caring adult who is looking for social connections and child development opportunities, River Source Family Center is the place for you!
Why River Source?
River Source Family Center is part of a Family Friendly Workplace
Family Support Center became a certified Family Friendly Workplace in October 2025, highlighting Family Support Center and River Source Family Center's commitment to creating a supportive environment for current and future team members with policies and practices that put the well-being of employees and their families first.
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To learn more about Family Friendly Workplaces, click here.
River Source is an accredited Family Resource Center of Quality
Family Resource Centers that earn Accreditation become aligned with best practices in the field of family support.
That means we:
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Sustain best practices in place so effective, high-quality prevention services are provided to families.
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Have enhanced accountability through continuous quality improvement across the agency.
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Maintain a positive perception from families and communities.
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Align with uniform infrastructure and standards adopted and implemented by Family Resource Centers across Wisconsin.
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Utilize the National Standards of Quality for Family Strengthening & Support to enhance quality through action plan implementation.
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Integrate parent leadership/voices and protective factors.
We Believe
ALL parents/caregivers can use support and connection opportunities.
Parents/Caregivers are the first and most important teachers in their child’s life.
Diversity is a celebration of who we are as an individual and a community.
ALL families are welcome.
Play IS learning. Children have the right to learn, grow, and thrive in their childhood.
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