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Family Caregiver Services by State

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Aging Division – Wyoming Department of Health

https://health.wyo.gov/aging/

The Wyoming Department of Health’s Aging Division is committed to providing care, ensuring safety, and promoting independent choices for Wyoming’s older adults.

Please call the toll-free number for help to locate state resources or visit the Wyoming 2-1-1 website.

Care Recipient Eligibility

Anyone

Caregiver Eligibility

Anyone

Contact Information

888-425-7138

ARCH National Respite Network

http://www.respitelocator.org

Online Respite Locator is a service to help families and professionals locate respite services in their community from a database of nearly 3,000 members.

Care Recipient Eligibility

Anyone

Caregiver Eligibility

Anyone

Contact Information

919-490-5577

The Eldercare Locator is a nationwide service that connects older Americans and their caregivers with trustworthy local support resources. Elder Locator links those who need assistance with state and local agencies on aging, as well as community-based organizations that serve older adults and their caregivers with services such as meals, home care, transportation, caregiver training and education, or a well-deserved break from caregiving responsibilities

Care Recipient Eligibility

Older adults and caregivers.

Caregiver Eligibility

Older adults and caregivers.

Contact Information

1-800-677-1116

Family Caregiver Alliance (FCA)

http://www.caregiver.org

FCA support and assists families and caregivers through education, advocacy and services. In addition to providing training to technical assistance to California’s Caregiver Resource Centers, FCA hosts the National Center on Caregiving (NCC). The NCC serves as a central source of information on caregiving and long-term care issues and works to advance policies and programs for caregivers in every state in the country.

CareNav is a simple, user-friendly tool designed to help families navigate the complexities of the caregiving journey. Register online or call us toll-free at 800.445.8106.

www.caregiver.org/connecting-caregivers/fca-carenav/

Care Recipient Eligibility

Anyone

Caregiver Eligibility

Anyone

Contact Information

(800) 445-8106 Available weekdays 9:00am - 5:00pm (Pacific Time)

Wyoming Aging and Disability Resource Center

https://adrcwyoming.org/

The Wyoming Aging and Disability Resources Center website is designed to help connect older adults and people with disabilities to a variety of helpful information and services.

Care Recipient Eligibility

Older adults and people with disabilities.

Caregiver Eligibility

Older adults and people with disabilities.

Contact Information

1-800-442-2766

Can I Get Help to Pay for Caregiving?

Community Choices Waiver (CCW) is one of Wyoming’s three HCBS waivers offered. Community Choices Waiver (CCW) – serves individuals aged 65 and older, or individuals aged 19 – 64 who have a disability that is verified as meeting Social Security Administration (SSA) disability determination criteria.

Participant direction in an optional service delivery under HCBS. Participant direction means that you have decision making authority over some of your waiver services, such as who you hire to help you with essential functions of life.

Care Recipient Eligibility

Anyone (excluding spouses)

Caregiver Eligibility

Anyone (excluding spouses)

Contact Information

Wyoming Medicaid Long Term Care Unit: 1-855-203-2823

1-855-203-2936

The cost of that care varies based on care setting, geographic location of care and level of care required, among other things. The Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey tool can be used by you and your family to calculate the estimated cost of long term care in your city or State.

Information about eligibility and requirements for home and community-based services by state.

Government Benefits and General Information

Benefits.gov

http://www.benefits.gov/

Benefits.gov (formerly GovBenefits.gov) was launched in an effort to provide citizens with easy, online access to government benefit and assistance programs. Eight years after its initial launch, GovBenefits.gov underwent a major redesign and became Benefits.gov. However, the program’s mission remains the same: reduce the expense and difficulty of interacting with the government while increasing citizen access to government benefit information.

Care Recipient Eligibility

N/A

Caregiver Eligibility

N/A

Contact Information

Benefits.gov is unable to respond to specific scenarios or provide personalized advice. A number of Other Resources and Frequently Asked Questions are available to help answer any questions you may have about government programs, benefits, and services.

For additional government information, you may call USA.gov's National Contact Center at 1-800-FED-INFO (1-800-333-4636), Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time, to speak to an information specialist.

Benefits.gov – Wyoming

https://www.benefits.gov/categories

Benefits.gov (formerly GovBenefits.gov) was launched in an effort to provide citizens with easy, online access to government benefit and assistance programs. Eight years after its initial launch, GovBenefits.gov underwent a major redesign and became Benefits.gov. However, the program’s mission remains the same: reduce the expense and difficulty of interacting with the government while increasing citizen access to government benefit information.

Care Recipient Eligibility

N/A

Caregiver Eligibility

N/A

Contact Information

Benefits.gov is unable to respond to specific scenarios or provide personalized advice. A number of Other Resources and Frequently Asked Questions are available to help answer any questions you may have about government programs, benefits, and services.

For additional government information, you may call USA.gov's National Contact Center at 1-800-FED-INFO (1-800-333-4636), Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time, to speak to an information specialist.

Home Health Care Alliance of Wyoming

http://www.wyominghomehealth.org/

Offers online directory of home health care providers in Wyoming and provides tips for choosing them. Includes providers that are members of the alliance.

Care Recipient Eligibility

Anyone

Caregiver Eligibility

Anyone

Contact Information

(307) 577-6446

Information about eligibility and requirements for home and community-based services by state.

Contact Information

Wyoming Institute for Disabilities

http://www.uwyo.edu/wind/

Provides online statewide directories of human service programs and providers including Medicaid providers and senior services by county. Also offers a calendar of human service events and monthly newsletter.

Care Recipient Eligibility

Anyone

Caregiver Eligibility

Anyone

Contact Information

Phone: (307) 766-2761 Toll Free: 1-888-989-9463 TTY: 1-800-908-7011

Wyoming Medicaid is a joint federal and state government program that pays for medical care for some low-income and medically needy individuals and families.

Care Recipient Eligibility

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Caregiver Eligibility

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Contact Information

(307) 777-7531

Wyoming Senior Citizens, Inc.

http://www.wyomingseniors.com/

A nonprofit organization providing statewide services and programs including:
– Senior companion
– Long-term care ombudsman
– Wyoming state health insurance information program
– Family caregiver support program

Care Recipient Eligibility

Wyoming resident

Caregiver Eligibility

Wyoming resident

Contact Information

Riverton: (800) 856-4398 Cheyenne: (877) 634-1005 Casper: (877) 634-1006

Wyoming State Health Insurance Information Program (WSHIIP)

http://www.wyomingseniors.com/services/wyoming-state-health-insurance-information-program

Assists individuals and families with eligibility questions and problems related to Medicare, including prescription drug coverage under Medicare Part D, managed care, long-term care planning, health insurance and other health care issues.

Care Recipient Eligibility

Anyone

Caregiver Eligibility

Anyone

Contact Information

(800) 856-4398

Wyoming Veterans Commission

https://wyomingveteranscommission.com/

Provides information to veterans and their family members about available benefits. A Veterans’ Benefit Handbook can be found on the website provided.

Care Recipient Eligibility

Family members of a veteran

Caregiver Eligibility

Family members of a veteran

Contact Information

Within Wyoming: (800) 833-5987 Primary Contact: (307) 772-5145

Can I Get Help While Living In My Home?

Health Care Licensing and Surveys (HLS)

https://health.wyo.gov/aging/hls/

Provides online directory of statewide licensed or certified health care facilities, including:
– Adult day care centers
– Assisted living facilities
– Board and care homes
– Home health care agencies
– Hospice agencies
– Nursing homes

Care Recipient Eligibility

Anyone

Caregiver Eligibility

Anyone

Contact Information

(307) 777-7123

Home Health Care Alliance of Wyoming

http://www.wyominghomehealth.org/

Offers online directory of home health care providers in Wyoming and provides tips for choosing them. Includes providers that are members of the alliance.

Care Recipient Eligibility

Anyone

Caregiver Eligibility

Anyone

Contact Information

(307) 577-6446

Long-Term Care / Home and Community-Based Services Waiver for Elderly and Physically Disabled

https://www.payingforseniorcare.com/medicaid-waivers/wy-community-choices.html

Government program designed to keep people who need around-the-clock skilled nursing care to remain living at home. Services include: – Care management – Personal care – Respite care – Home delivered meals – Personal emergency response system – Non-medical transportation – Adult day services – Home health care *Services vary between counties.

Assisted Living Waiver CLICK HERE

Care Recipient Eligibility

Anyone age 18 or older caring for someone who meets care receiver eligibility. Eligibility determined by local Department of Family Services.

Caregiver Eligibility

Anyone age 18 or older caring for someone who meets care receiver eligibility. Eligibility determined by local Department of Family Services.

Contact Information

(307) 777-7366

Vocational Rehabilitation Division, Wyoming Department of Workforce Services (DWF Supportive Centers)

http://wyomingworkforce.org/workers/vr/

DWF is a state agency that works in partnership with communities and businesses to obtain and retain employment for people with disabilities. It provides information and referral services for independent living and individual counseling.

Care Recipient Eligibility

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Caregiver Eligibility

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Contact Information

To find your local DWF supportive centers, click here

Wyoming Assistive Technology Resources (WATR)

http://www.uwyo.edu/wind/watr/

WATR offers trial loans for assistive devices, sells new and used assistive devices, and provides training and technical assistance in using the devices.

Care Recipient Eligibility

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Caregiver Eligibility

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Contact Information

(888) 989-9463

Services Provided:
Care coordination, personal care, homemaker & chore services, respite, personal emergency response system, adult daycare, hospice, home modification, and medication setup.

Care Recipient Eligibility

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Caregiver Eligibility

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Contact Information

(800) 442-2766 307-777-7986

Wyoming Independent Living

https://www.wilr.org/

Offers a variety of consumer-oriented programs and services including:
– Independent living services
– Services for older adults who are visually impaired
– Assistance returning to the community from nursing homes
– Reduced interest loans to purchase assistive technology equipment
– Home modification

Care Recipient Eligibility

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Caregiver Eligibility

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Contact Information

1-800-735-8322

Wyoming Senior Citizens, Inc.

http://www.wyomingseniors.com/

A nonprofit organization providing statewide services and programs including:
– Senior companion
– Long-term care ombudsman
– Wyoming state health insurance information program
– Family caregiver support program

Care Recipient Eligibility

Wyoming resident

Caregiver Eligibility

Wyoming resident

Contact Information

Riverton: (800) 856-4398 Cheyenne: (877) 634-1005 Casper: (877) 634-1006

Can I Get Help with Residential Care (Assisted Living, Nursing Home, Hospice?)

Health Care Licensing and Surveys (HLS)

https://health.wyo.gov/aging/hls/

Provides online directory of statewide licensed or certified health care facilities, including:
– Adult day care centers
– Assisted living facilities
– Board and care homes
– Home health care agencies
– Hospice agencies
– Nursing homes

Care Recipient Eligibility

Anyone

Caregiver Eligibility

Anyone

Contact Information

(307) 777-7123

Caregiver Policies and Data

Caregiving Across the States: 50 State Profiles – Wyoming

https://www.caregiver.org/uploads/2023/08/Wyoming-2023-1-1.pdf