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Family Caregiver Services by State

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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

Wyoming Aging Division, Department of Health

http://www.health.wyo.gov/aging/index.html

Offers:
– Information and Assistance
– Care Management
– Nutrition Services (i.e., Meals on Wheels)
– Legal Assistance
– Services for family caregivers through the Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Care Recipient Eligibility

Anyone

Caregiver Eligibility

Anyone

Contact Information

(800) 442-2766 (307) 777-7986

Can I Get Help to Pay for Caregiving?

Wyoming’s Long Term Care Waiver is Medicaid waiver that assists individuals who need care to remain living at home. Certain family members, excluding spouses and legal guardians, are able to be hired and paid as the personal care provider. Services may include:

  • Respite care
  • Home delivered meals
  • Adult day care
  • Skilled nursing
  • Case management
  • Transportation

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

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.

EqualityCare is Wyoming’s Medicaid program- health insurance for people with limited income and resources. It pays for a variety of medical services including personal care or nursing home care, depending on eligibility.

Care Recipient Eligibility

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Caregiver Eligibility

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Contact Information

(307) 777-7531

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.

Wyoming County-Specific Veterans Service Officer Contacts (VSO)

https://www.wyomilitary.wyo.gov/veterans/service-officers/

Contact Information

Uinta, Fremont & Teton Counties: Lori Crump, 307-438-2101

Campbell, Crook & Weston Countie: Brian Yeager, 307-696-5048

 Park, Big Horn, Washakie & Hot Springs Counties: Josh Schmidt, 307-250-3890

 Natrona, Converse & Niobrara Counties: Dave McDonell, 307-258-1100

 Albany, Carbon, and Laramie Counties: Vicki Osman, 307-214-2112

Platte, and Laramie Counties: Greg Guantlett, 307-274-7747

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 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

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?

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.

Assited 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

Office of Health Care Licensing and Surveys

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

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

Wyoming County-Specific Veterans Service Officer Contacts (VSO)

https://www.wyomilitary.wyo.gov/veterans/service-officers/

Contact Information

Uinta, Fremont & Teton Counties: Lori Crump, 307-438-2101

Campbell, Crook & Weston Countie: Brian Yeager, 307-696-5048

 Park, Big Horn, Washakie & Hot Springs Counties: Josh Schmidt, 307-250-3890

 Natrona, Converse & Niobrara Counties: Dave McDonell, 307-258-1100

 Albany, Carbon, and Laramie Counties: Vicki Osman, 307-214-2112

Platte, and Laramie Counties: Greg Guantlett, 307-274-7747

Wyoming Home Services Program (WyHS)

http://www.health.wyo.gov/aging/services/cbihs.html

Services Provided:
Care coordination, personal care, homemaker, chore, 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

(307) 777-7191

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?)

Office of Health Care Licensing and Surveys

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 (Section under construction)

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