Bureau of Milwaukee Child Welfare

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The Bureau of Milwaukee Child Welfare (BMCW) works with families to ensure the safety and well-being of children. With its many community partners, BMCW provides services to families in crisis that help keep children safely in the home. When it is necessary, BMCW looks to foster and adoptive families to provide appropriate temporary and permanent homes for children who cannot live with their parents.

Information about Reporting Child Abuse / Neglect

In Milwaukee County call 414-220-SAFE (7233)

Child Abuse/Neglect Training, Foster Parent Orientation, other events

Kinship Care program information and application for Milwaukee County residents

BMCW Records Requests

Media Requests: Please address all media requests for information to dcfmedia@wisconsin.gov or phone (608) 266-9000. Please be aware that CPS records are highly confidential under Chapter 48 Wisconsin Children's Code.

Requesting CPS Background Check for Milwaukee County Residents

Service Reviews of BMCW

Child Abuse/Neglect Annual Statistical Report 2011 and Appendices

Complaint resolution process and Appealing Substantiations of Child Abuse/Neglect

Contact the Bureau of Milwaukee Child Welfare

Last Revised: February 08, 2013


The Department of Children and Families, protecting children, strengthening families, building communities.