Circles of Life is Wisconsin’s annual conference for families who have children with disabilities and the providers and other professionals who support them.
The Circles of Life Conference is in our 39th year as the annual, statewide conference for families of children and youth with disabilities and the professionals who support them. In 2023, over 700 families and professionals attended Circles of Life. This is a unique opportunity for families to develop new skills, learn about resources, and form lasting relationships. The conference includes a keynote, over 25 breakout sessions, and evening events. Gathering of Youth is a unique conference track for teens and young adults, ages 13 to 22, who have disabilities. These are supervised sessions that run while parents take part in the keynote and workshops.Sibshops are celebrations of the contributions made by sisters and brothers of kids with special health needs. As a registered Sibshop of WisconSibs, Inc., this workshop for “typical” siblings, ages 8-13, provides lively, age-appropriate activities and relaxed discussions about the challenges and joys of having a sibling with disabilities.
We offer an online on-demand neurodiversity course, "Spotlight on Autistic Minds" modestly priced at $97 for over 4 hours of videos with questions to reinforce the learning and a certificate of completion. All subscription funds go to the nonprofit working to build an autism informed healthy aging neighborhood community.
"Spotlight on Autistic Minds" is a mind expanding course that leads people through the experiences of neurodiverse people. This is just as appropriate for family members with a new diagnosis as it is for experienced teachers and therapists who have worked with these special people throughout their career. The longest videos are about 20 minutes and some are less than ten minutes. They are only long enough to make the point. There are 21 videos that are grouped by: Sensory sensitivities, Learning Styles, Communication, Routines and their functions and "Big Picture" categories. This is also suitable for employers and human resource specialists to help them understand the value and unique qualities of supports and how they help people to succeed. Each video is followed by 2 or three questions that reinforce the point of the video. We intend to provide longterm access to those who finish the course within 60 days so that they can review specific areas as needed to internalize these concepts. CTLS status is pending
Marshfield, Wisconsin 54449
One of the few accredited Behavioral Health Centers of Excellence in the Midwest, KGH specializes in play-based and developmental-based ABA therapy (an NDBI approach) for infants and toddlers with ASD, in our specialized center or the home. While we specialize in early childhood, we offer support and services through young adulthood. We are a compassionate team of licensed and certified professionals who seek to serve, support, and empower the whole family.
ASD Diagnostic Evaluations
Play-based and developmental-based ABA Therapy (NDBI approach)
Therapeutic Preschool & Kindergarten
Speech Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Mental Health Therapy
AAC Evaluations & Therapy
Feeding Support
Independent Education Evaluation and IEP Advocacy
Sibling Support Group
Parent Empowerment Group
Social Emotional & Friendship Group for Ages 6-8 and Ages 9-12
PEERS social skills group for ages 13-17
Teen Hangout group for Ages 13-17 (recommend completion of PEERS first)
CLTS respite agency, mentoring, skills, caregiver support groups, sibling groups, socialization groups. Forward thinking, inclusive environment
CLTS respite agency, mentoring, skills, caregiver support groups, sibling groups, socialization groups.
Family activity center that specializes in inclusive play for all ages. We offer a sensory gym, sensory reduced rooms, fenced in outdoor area, and more!
We provide parent training and support groups, programming, special events, sensory play, fidget and sensory retail shop, toddler time, teen time, and more! We have respite care, afterschool care, summer camps, parent workshops
WisconSibs serves siblings of people with disabilities along their lifelong journey through peer support programs, education and networking opportunities, leadership development, and more. WisconSibs serves both children and adult siblings.
WisconSibs helps adult siblings of people with disabilities with future planning, peer support, education and resources, and networking opportunities. Programs for youth include Sibshops, summer camps, and leadership development. WisconSibs staff is also available to help you find needed services and resources throughout the state.