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Wyoming tate Long-Term Care
Wyoming Senior Citizens, Inc.
756 Gilchrist
P.O. Box 94
Wheatland,
WY 82201
Phone: (307) 322-5553
Fax: (307) 322-3283
State Resources
Wyoming Home Page - the state-specific information below was obtained from the pages on this site.
Abuse
Adult Abuse-Individuals age eighteen and older who have been subjected to a persistent pattern of physical,
sexual or emotional maltreatment by their caretakers, spouses, partners, or other family members or who have been sexually
assaulted by a family member, acquaintance or stranger either as adults or as children.
Child Abuse- Trauma to a child by a parent, guardian, or other family or extended family member or anyone
else who is in a position of power over the child. The abuse may consist of abandonment, neglect or emotional, physical or
sexual abuse.
Counseling, Domestic Abuse- Emotional support and problem-solving assistance to help abused persons or abusers achieve
and maintain the skills to cope with their problems in order to reduce the incidence of domestic abuse.
Protection & Advocacy Pgms -Programs that provide investigation and intervention services to ensure the safety
and well-being of individuals who are vulnerable to abuse, neglect and/or exploitation.
Rape Services -Services for people who have experienced sexual assault as an unwilling, non-consenting
victim, adult or child.
Sexual Abuse/Assault - Resources for individuals who have been raped or otherwise sexually assaulted.
Shelter, Women - Emergency shelter for women who have been subjected to domestic abuse. May include the
children.
Shelter, Youth/Kids - Emergency shelter for children who have been subjected to child abuse or domestic abuse.
Adult Day Care
Adult Day Care Providers-Personal care for dependent adults in a supervised, protected setting during
some portion of a 24-hour day. Services may include social, recreational, and developmental activities.
Adult Day Care, $-Programs that provide funding strategies, financial assistance or offer services on a sliding
scale to ensure that low-income and indigent individuals and families have access to essential adult day care services.
Board & Care Facilities-Programs which provide meals, house keeping or laundry services, supervision of self
administration of medications and a safe and sanitary living environment. Do NOT provide nursing services.
ALF/Nursing Homes
Assisted Living Facility-Housing in a group setting for senior citizens, persons with disabilities, or other populations
in apartment style buildings, communal homes, condominiums, etc. Residents are provided non-medical support which allows an
independent, non-institutionalized lifestyle.
There are three
State run institutions:
Assisted living facilities
The Wyoming Pioneer Home located in Thermopolis is an assisted living facility founded as a Home for the care and maintenance of senior residents
of Wyoming who are challenged in the aging process. 141 Pioneer Home Drive,Thermopolis, WY 82443-2451, Phone: 307-864-3151
Nursing Home
The Wyoming Retirement Center is a Medicare, Medicaid, and Veterans' Administration certified long term, convalescent, and respite care facility established
to meet the needs of Wyoming's elderly and disabled citizens. Located at 890 HWY 20 South, Basin, WY 82410 Phone: 307-568-2431
Skilled Nursing Facility -Health care facilities that provides intensive nursing services as well as supportive
services for people who require continuous inpatient care but who are not in an acute phase of the illness or condition.
Advocacy
Aging/Elder
Respite Caregiver-The Family Caregiver Respite Program
serves the caregiver population in a 50 mile radius around Riverton, Casper and Cheyenne who is responsible for a functionally
dependent older adult. Respite care for family of elderly, chronically ill or hospice patients, light housekeeping,
assist with personal care and nutrition, individualized training to families and more. The recipient is someone who is unable
to perform at least two activities of daily living or due to cognitive or other mental impairment, requires substantial supervision.
Assisitve Technologies
Adaptive Aids Provider-Providers (retail, loan and trial) of equipment and other devices specially
designed for people with various impairments. This may include aids for mobility, hearing, sight, exercise, entertainment,
etc.
Advocacy, Assistive Technology-Interceding on behalf of individuals
and/or groups to ensure that they receive the benefits and services to which they are entitled, or seeking to influence legislation
in order to benefit specific interest groups or achieve specific goals.
Augmentative Communication- systems including gesture systems, communication boards, computer-based systems
and other aids which have digitized or synthesized speech output that can be used by individuals who do not have fully functional
speech even after correction.
Assistive Tech., Evaluation-Programs that assess the current ability to function of people who have disabilities
and prescribe or recommend the most appropriate assistive technology product to meet their individual needs including communication/learning
aids, control and signaling aids, daily living aids, hearing augmentation aids, mobility aids, prosthetic/orthotic/seating
devices, recreational aids, speech aids and/or visual/reading aids.
Assistive Tech., $-Programs that provide funding strategies, financial assistance or offer services
on a sliding scale to ensure that low-income and indigent individuals and families have access to essential assistive technology.
Assistive Tech., Information-Programs that provide information and referrals about adaptive equipment
and other aids, include devices to aid mobility, hearing, sight, exercise, recreation, etc.
Assistive Tech., Repairs-Maintenance and repair services for individuals whose cognitive/learning aids,
control and signaling aids, daily living aids, hearing augmentation aids, mobility aids, prosthetic/orthotic/
seating devices, recreational aids, speech aids, visual/reading aids or
other assistive aids are broken and who cannot afford to pay to have them fixed.
Independent Living Svcs, $ Programs that provide funding strategies, financial assistance or offer services on a sliding
scale to ensure that low-income and indigent individuals and families have access to independent living services.
Independent Living Svcs -Programs that offer a wide variety of independent living services for severely disabled individuals with the objective
of helping them to function more independently in family and community settings and to secure and maintain appropriate employment.
Includes programs that assist people who have disabilities to learn the basic skills of daily living through counseling, instruction,
experience and practice; or through the use of assistive devices
Lifts (Wheelchair), Provider - Lifts, transfer boards and other devices which help people who have physical disabilities
move into and out of their vehicles, wheelchairs and other mobility systems.
Medical Supplies/Equipt., $ - Programs that provide funding strategies, financial assistance or offer services
on a sliding scale to ensure that low-income and indigent individuals and families have access to essential medical supplies
and equipment.
Medical Supplies/Equipt. - Programs that provide necessary medication, sickroom equipment, medical bandages,
respiratory aids and other medical supplies that are required by people who are convalescing following surgery or illness.
Therapeutic
Equipment-A lending library of therapeutic equipment has been established at the
Wyoming State Training School in Lander in the memory of Anna Maria Weston. If you have need to borrow or have items that
you wish to donate please contact the Center at 1-800-294-1888 or e-mail: vwrigh@state.wy.us
Speech Aid Providers - Equipment or other products which enhance the ability of people who are nonvocal or have
speech impairments to communicate.
Wheelchair Services - Special chairs with large wheels, some of which are power driven, that are used to transport
patients or to provide increased mobility for people who are partially paralyzed or otherwise unable to walk. Also included
are other types of personal wheeled transportation such as the Amigo (tm).
Case Managment/HELP
Case Management -Programs that develop case plans for the evaluation, treatment and/or care of individuals
who, because of age, illness, disability or other difficulties, are unable to arrange for services on their own behalf; which
assess the individual's needs; coordinate the delivery of needed services; ensure that services are obtained in accordance
with the case plan; and follow up and monitor progress to ensure that services are having an impact on the problem.
Caregiving
Adult Home and Community-Based Waiver Program (307) 777-7115. Services are provided to keep developmental disabled adults
in Wyoming communities. Vocational and residential services are also provided to individuals with milder challenges.
Brain Injury Services-Services for people who have any of a variety of conditions that are characterized by significant
destruction of brain tissue and resultant loss of brain function which include Alzheimer's disease, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's
disease, stroke and other cerebrovascular accidents, traumatic brain injury, post infection damage, brain tumors and permanent
damage that occurs as a result of seizures, substance toxicity or other disorders.
Brain Injury Assc. of Wyoming-Statewide information and referral is available on brain injury issues such as therapy services,
rehabilitation, educational materials, financial resources, and prevention. Information is centralized to help families or
other involved individuals access services which are available in the most time-efficient and stress reducing methods possible.
Home Health Care, $- these programs provides funding, funding strategies, or sliding fee scale to aid in obtaining home health care.
Home Health Services-is a Medicaid program that provides services to persons in their homes under a physicians
plan of care.
Home Health Care Services- Programs that provide medical care to elderly, disabled, ill or convalescing individuals
in their own homes.
Senior Companion Program-Companions serve adults, 21 years of age or older, in need
of assistance by providing companionship, escorting to appoint-ments, assisting with shopping and errands, providing respite
care, client advocacy home management and more. No charge for service and no income eligibility requirements.
Respite Care, $ - Programs that provide funding, funding strategies, sliding fee scale or other assistance
with respite care.
Respite Care Services - Programs that provide temporary substitute living arrangements or temporary caregivers
for dependent people in order to provide regular caregivers with a brief period of relief or rest.
Children
ADHD Services-Services for people who have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder,
a disorder of childhood and adolescence that is characterized by inappropriate inattention, impulsivity and hyperactivity.
Symptoms typically worsen in situations like the classroom that require sustained focus and self-application, and may be absent
when the child is in a new or one-to-one situation.
Trena Primavera (307) 777-3733.
Supports the Wyomings Youth Improvement Plan by facilitating
and partnering with various youth issue task forces Youth (i.e. Suicide Prevention and Unintended Pregnancy Prevention).
1-800-438-5795 or (307) 777-7941
A Program for Wyoming Children with Special Health Care Needs Providing: Coordination
of care-assisting families get services needed within the state or community. Referrals to Parent Support Groups.Limited financial
assistance for limited medical conditions and diseases. Specialty care clinics. Funds for translation services required by
CSH clients. For information visit the Wyoming Public Health Nursing website.
Jason's Friends Foundation -Established to assist
families whose children are suffering with brain or spinal cord tumors and other childhood cancers by providing advocacy,
helping hands, and encouragement in the face of despair. Some of the daily purchasing and delivery, housecleaning, laundry,
yard work, running errands, babysitting etc.. The Foundation also provides a primary family advocates.
1022 East 2nd Street
Casper, WY 82601
Phone: (307) 235-3421 or (307) 235-2701
Parent Information Center (PIC) -serves the parents of children with disabilities or with special
needs ages birth through 21. PIC can be of help to you if you need information about special education or other services
for your child, support at an Individualized Education Program (IEP) meeting, your child is having problems at school, if
your child has been diagnosed with a disability or chronic illness and if you would like to connect with another parent who
has experienced similar challenges. PIC has a database of designated supporting parents in nearly every community in Wyoming.
5 North Lobban
Buffalo, WY 82834
Phone: (307)
684-2277 or 684-2278
Toll-free: 1-800-660-9742
State Respite Program: Provides a rest for parents apart from their children who have developmental disabilities
birth through 20 years of age. Contact: Tammy Keney, Phone: (307) 777-3443. Parents: The Application Process
UPLIFT -Wyoming's Chapter of the Federation of Families for Children's Mental Healt, provides education, advocacy, information
and referral for children and youth who struggle with emotional, behavioral and mental disorders. UPLIFT administers
the Wyoming Attention Camp Program, a two-week day camp for children ages 6-11 who have been diagnosed with attention deficit/hyperactivity
disorder (ADHD).
Wish Fulfillment Programs - Wyoming programs that provide support for children or adults who are terminally or gravely
ill by granting one wish which might be a trip to Disneyland, an opportunity to meet a film star or sports personality, a
reunion with family members or other similar desire.
WIND Family Support Network-a statewide organization of Parent Coordinators
who are parents of children with disabilities of all ages. Coordinators assist parents by providing the support and
information necessary to make informed decisions for their children.
110 East 5th Avenue
Cheyenne, WY 82001
Toll-free:
1-800-567-9376
Contact: Carla S. Jackson
Youth Services - Programs that provide a therapeutic living environment in a
community-based facility for emotionally disturbed, severely learning disabled, delinquent, predelinquent and/or abused children
and youth who, because of their problems, are unable to adjust to other placements.
Dental
Casper-Health Care for the Homeless Clinic-clinics
offer basic medical services to homeless individuals and their families. Care provided is primary, preventive, limited dental,
limited vision and medication. Mental health and substance abuse counseling are provided on site through Central Wyoming Counseling
Center.
Landers-Visions -Long-term care and rehabilitation services
for individuals with Acquired Brain Disorder (brain disorder beginning after age 21). Specific therapies include physical,
occupational, speech, aquatic, and hippo (equestrian). Services includes behavior management training, ADL (Activities of
Daily Living) skill training, cognitive rehabilitation training, vocational opportunities, and medical/dental services.
Disabilities
ADA Help-Assists individuals, businesses and agencies with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Advocacy, Disability-Interceding on behalf of individuals and/or groups to ensure that they receive the benefits
and services to which they are entitled, or seeking to influence legislation in order to benefit specific interest groups
or achieve specific goals.
Assessments/Evaluations -Programs that utilize one or a combination of diagnostic tools to evaluate a particular
disease or condition. The purpose of screening is to identify people who have a potential problem and refer them for early
diagnosis and treatment and, where possible, to provide preventive or ameliorative measures. Other evaluations included determing
proper adaptive aids and equipment to improve quality of life.
Clothing, Adapted- Clothing that has been especially designed for individuals who have physical disabilities.
Rehabilitation Services -Programs that provide a comphrensive combination of treatment and education services which
are designed to restore maximum functioning, a sense of well-being and a personally satisfying level of independence for individuals
who have temporary or permanent disabilities.
Financial
Counseling, $-
Programs that provide funding strategies, financial assistance or offer services
on a sliding scale to ensure that low-income and indigent individuals and families have access to essential counseling services.
Debt Management- Programs that provide direct advice and guidance regarding money management
techniques and debt consolidation and/or repayment programs for people who are having difficulty budgeting their money and
meeting necessary monthly expenses.
Emergency, $- Provision of cash or vouchers to purchase needed items, pay rent or utilities, etc., usually
given on a one-time-only or short-term basis for those in financial distress.
Energy, $- Programs that provide financial assistance for people who are unable to pay their enerey
bills or make deposits on their utilities or which offer special services which support people's ability to make utility payments.
Food, $- Programs that seek to meet the basic nutritional needs of the community by providing improved access to free
or low-cost food products.
Food Stamps- A federally-funded program that enables low-income and indigent households to obtain food
stamp coupons which can be exchanged in nearly all grocery stores for food.
Furniture, $- Programs that provide furniture to people who cannot afford to purchase clothing at retail
prices.
Health Care, Travel, $-Organizations that help with costs of transportation or lodging for individuals who must
travel long distance to obtain health care. Help is often extended to family members.
Health Care, Women, $- Programs that provide funding strategies, financial assistance or offer services on a sliding
scale to ensure that women who have low-income or are indigent individuals have access to essential health care.
Health Care, Youth/Kids, $- Programs that provide funding strategies, financial assistance or offer services on a sliding
scale to ensure that children who have low-income or are indigent individuals have access to essential health care.
Homemaker Services, $- Program provides
funding, funding strategies, or sliding fee scale to aid in obtaining homemaker services.
Household Supplies, $- Programs that provide household goods to people who cannot afford to purchase clothing at
retail prices.
Housing, $ -Specialized housing programs for low-income individuals and families including programs
providing, subsidy, rehabilitation, modification, loans, weatherization, etc.
LIEAP (Low Income Energy Assistance
Program): Crisis Assistance: is a once per program year benefit available to eligible clients
who are facing an emergency situation: A life or health threatening situation, deposit funds for a fuel hook-up or to avoid
a shut-off, or a heating system failure during winter months are considered crisis situations. The benefit amount is based
on the amount needed to resolve the crisis up to a maximum of $400. Applications for Crisis Assistance are accepted until
March 15 of the program year. Payments are made directly to the fuel provider. To apply for Crisis Assistance you must FIRST
complete the LIEAP Application (choose from the options below),and then complete the additional Crisis Application (hardcopy
only). Heating Assistance
or LIEAP is paid for the months of November through May. Applications are accepted beginning the first working day in October
through the last working day of February of the program year. Benefits are based on household size, household income and the
type of fuel used as the primary heating source. Payments are made directly to the fuel provider. Print Application Instructions, Print Application, Print Crisis Application(all 3 require Adobe Acrobat Reader)
Living Skills, $ - Programs that provide funding strategies, financial assistance or offer
services on a sliding scale to ensure that low-income and indigent individuals and families have access to essential living
skills services.
Loan Closets- Programs that enable individuals who have physical or sensory limitations to
borrow the assistive technology products they require at no charge. Loans may be long or short-term in nature and the devices
are returned once the agreed-upon period of time has elapsed.
Meals on Wheels - Programs that prepare and deliver regular hot meals to people who are
unable to shop for and/or prepare the food for themselves or to travel to a site where a meal is served.
Rental, $ -Programs that help with rental payments for people who are unable to
make the payments or who are at risk of eviction and who qualify for this service on the basis of income or need. Assistance
is usually limited perhaps to no more then help for one month.
Soup Kitchens -programs that provide meals in a central location for indigent people
who are hungry.
Tax Help - Programs that provide advice and guidance for people who need to understand
the tax laws as they relate to individuals in their situation, who need copies of tax forms or who need assistance in completing
and filing their income tax returns.
Tax Rebate to Elderly and Disabled Program: (307) 777-6794 Applications must also be postmarked no later than August
29 to be considered. When applying, applicants must have documen-tation verifying age, disability, and income. Determination
of eligibility will be made by the Wyoming Department of Health, and checks are mailed directly to eligible applicants around
December 20.
Telephone, $ - Programs that provide financial assistance
for people who are unable to pay their utility bills or make deposits on their utilities or which offer special services which
support people's ability to make utility payments.
Transportation, $ - Program provides funding, funding strategies, sliding fee scale or
other assistance with transportation and/ or emergency travel.
Weatherization Assistance-the Wyoming State
plan allocates 15% of the base LIEAP grant to address weatherization needs. Eligibility criteria are the same as for LIEAP
and the application is the same. Applications for weatherization are accepted throughout the program year. There is no cost
to the client for weatherization services.
Utilities, $ -Programs that provide financial assistance
for people who are unable to pay their utility bills or make deposits on their utilities or which offer special services which
support people's ability to make utility payments
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