Centers for Independence

09/04/2025

CFI is proud to be a sponsor of Near West Side Week, a weeklong celebration of community hosted by Near West Side Partners, Inc. from Sept. 7-13. From coffee socials and movie nights to Rev-Up MKE and scavenger hunts, there’s something for everyone!
With our main campus and Concordia 27 kitchen located in the Near West Side, we’re excited to join the community in celebrating the people and businesses that make it thrive.

More information, including details about event registration, is available at nearwestsidemke.org/nwsweek.

NEAR WEST SIDE WEEK September 7-13, 2025 The Near West Side is a thriving community with exciting and unexpected opportunities for residents, employees, and visitors alike. To celebrate our neighborhood of neighborhoods, Near West Side Partners will hold the fifth annual Near West Side Week from Sep...

09/01/2025

Wishing everyone a happy, healthy and safe Labor Day!

Our main office is closed today, but our Crisis Resource Centers and residential locations remain open and available.

Thank you to our incredible teams working this holiday to provide care and support to our community 💙

https://cfihope.org/

08/21/2025

Families recently gathered in the Harambee neighborhood for a community back-to-school resource event to pick up school supplies, enjoy activities and connect with local organizations.

Our Office of Diversity & Inclusion and Next Step Clinic were there to share the services we offer children and strengthen community connections. Next Step Clinic offers early Autism evaluation, and families who have participated shared inspiring updates on their children, showing growth in confidence, school performance and overall empowerment.

Learn more about Next Step Clinic at https://cfihope.org/

08/20/2025

Do you want to help adults build confidence and skills that support independent living? We’re hiring a Behavioral Health Tech to support our Crisis Resource Centers (CRCs). In this role, you’ll provide prevention and intervention services to adults with severe and persistent mental illness. By supporting clients with individualized service plans and assisting with daily living, you’ll play a meaningful role in fostering recovery and making a lasting impact.

💼 Whether you’re ready for a new opportunity or know someone who is, CFI is a great place to build a rewarding career. You'll be part of a team that values your voice, and a place where your work has impact every single day. Explore our openings and join a team that makes a difference!

Click the link below to explore our openings and join a team that makes a difference!
https://cfihope.org/careers/

08/20/2025

Do you want to make a difference in your community? Do you have a passion for helping children? Our Crisis Resource Centers (CRCs) and Pediatric Skilled Care (PSC) teams are looking for Registered Nurses to make a meaningful impact on adults and children in our community. Whether it’s in our pioneering behavioral health services, or our one-of-a-kind medical day care, you will play a vital role in helping people find hope and resources while caring for their physical, psychological, emotional and mental well-being.

💼 If you’re ready for a new opportunity or know someone who is, CFI is a great place to build a rewarding career. You'll be part of a team that values your voice, and a place where your work has impact every single day. Explore our openings and join a team that makes a difference!

Click the link below to explore our openings and join a team that makes a difference!
https://cfihope.org/careers/

08/20/2025

Are you a compassionate professional passionate about delivering client-focused care? We’re looking for a Masters-Level Clinician to join our Crisis Resource Centers (CRCs). In this role, you will work closely with service providers and CRC staff to intervene, support and stabilize adults in crisis. From counseling and group facilitation to linking individuals with resources and documenting progress, your work will play a key role in fostering recovery and strengthening our community.

💼 Whether you’re ready for a new opportunity or know someone who is, CFI is a great place to build a rewarding career. You'll be part of a team that values your voice, and a place where your work has impact every single day. Explore our openings and join a team that makes a difference!

Click the link below to explore our openings and join a team that makes a difference!
https://cfihope.org/careers/

08/19/2025

We had a blast at the Summer Sizzle, teaming up with Hunger Task Force, Inc., Sargento Cheese and Milwaukee Brewers to strike out hunger💙

Milwaukee children enjoyed a free meal, fun games, face painting and even took home a new baseball glove!

25 years ago, we began serving meals to kids at 10 sites in Milwaukee. This summer we've dished up over 163,000 meals to 100+ sites in southeast WI.

We're proud to prepare and serve nutritious, tasty meals to ensure that no children go hungry while school is out.

08/18/2025

At CFI, we believe everyone deserves access to community, culture and celebration—and Milwaukee Irish Fest makes that possible. From accessible entrances and seating, to sensory-friendly areas, wheelchair rentals and a dedicated Accessibility Services booth, they continue to lead by example.

The Irish Fest team's thoughtful approach helps ensure that individuals with disabilities and their families can fully enjoy the entertainment, food and heritage that make Irish Fest so special. 🎶🍀

Learn more about Irish Fest's accessibility services here:
https://irishfest.com/Festival-Info/Guest-Services

Thank you, Irish Fest, for helping us build a more inclusive world, one celebration at a time! See you next year!

08/11/2025

We're open for business! Our facilities are safe and accessible thanks to our amazing teams who worked tirelessly to ensure we could continue serving our community today💙

08/07/2025

Want to make a difference in the lives of children in the community? We're hiring a Community Outreach Dietician to help manage and implement our community nutrition program. In this role, you'll play a key part in strengthening our community partnerships, delivering wellness education and supporting the development of meals kids love. If you're ready to combine your passion for nutrition with purpose-driven work, this is your opportunity to make a real difference.

Whether you’re ready for a new opportunity or know someone who is, CFI is a great place to build a rewarding career. You'll be part of a team that values your voice, and a place where your work has impact every single day. Explore our openings and join a team that makes a difference!

Click the link below to explore our openings and join a team that makes a difference!

https://cfihope.org/careers/

08/07/2025

Are you a natural leader and an organized self starter? We're looking for a Project Management Office (PMO) Manager to lead the implementation and operation of our agency's project management office. In this role, you'll oversee the successful delivery of cross-functional projects that support our agency's mission and goals. Your leadership will be key to how we turn big ideas into meaningful outcomes.

Whether you’re ready for a new opportunity or know someone who is, CFI is a great place to build a rewarding career. You'll be part of a team that values your voice, and a place where your work has impact every single day.

Click the link below to explore our openings and join a team that makes a difference!

https://cfihope.org/careers/

08/04/2025

Things are heating up in the hoop houses, and we're not just talking about the weather! 🌞

Our Farm2Table program has been busy growing, harvesting and delivering fresh produce to our restaurant partners as part of LIFE Services' community-integrated outings.

Earlier this month, the group completed a big project of pulling all the orach to make room for more crops. Right now, they're growing over 45 different plants, from greens and veggies to herbs, squash, flowers and more!

We're proud of the hard work and skills growing right alongside every plant. 💚