Aging Division: Wyoming Department of Health

08/25/2026

The Wyoming Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program is seeking volunteers throughout the state!

A Long-Term Care Ombudsman (LTCO) seeks to improve the quality of life of residents of Long-term care facilities, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and boarding homes. The Volunteer Ombudsman makes every effort to communicate with all residents and their families. They work closely with facility administrators and staff members to improve the quality of residents' life, their health and safety. The LTCO program is governed by the federal Older Americans Act.

To become an LTCO, you must be at least 18 years old and have reliable transportation. Prospective volunteers must successfully complete a volunteer application which contains at least 2 references (non-related), a background check from a Department of Family Services central registry screening, a conflict of interest form, and an interview with the staff prior to initial certification training.

For more information or to inquire about becoming a LTCO volunteer in your community, please reach out to Patricia Hall by email at [email protected] or by phone at (307)287-7757.

07/17/2026

Public Notice

Request for Applications – Title III-D Program – New Provider
Wyoming Department of Health

Wyoming Department of Health, Aging Division, Community Living Section is currently accepting applications for provider organizations to participate in the Title III-D Health Promotion & Prevention Program for the Grand Period of FFY 2027.
(October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027).
This notice invites organizations to receive grants from the Older Americans Act (OAA), Aging Services Grant for Wyoming. This grant application is open until filled.
The purpose of the grant funds is to provide Title III-D Disease Prevention and Health Promotion Services to older adults living in Wyoming communities, outside of institutional placement.

For more information and to access the grant application, please visit our website at the following link :

https://health.wyo.gov/aging/communityliving/older-americans-act-programs/dphp/

or contact Lisa Engstrom at (307) 321-9842 or [email protected]

06/18/2026

On June 10th, 2026 Governor Mark Gordon signed the Elder Abuse Awareness Day Proclamation for Wyoming, reaffirming Wyoming’s commitment to protecting the dignity, safety, and well-being of older adults.

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day shines a light on the importance of preventing abuse, neglect, and exploitation while promoting respect and support for our elders. Together, we can help create communities where older adults are valued, protected, and empowered.

04/24/2026

PUBLIC NOTICE
Request for Applications – Wyoming Respite Voucher Program
Wyoming Department of Health

The Wyoming Department of Health, Aging Division, Community Living Section, is currently accepting applications for provider organizations to participate in the Wyoming Respite Voucher Program for the Federal Fiscal Year (FFY) 2027 grant period (October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027).

This notice announces a Request for Applications for provider organizations serving Albany, Hot Springs, Niobrara, Platte, Washakie, and Weston counties. The grant application is open until filled.

Funding will support the Wyoming Respite Voucher Program for eligible participants residing in the counties listed on the FFY2027 Grant Application Cover Page. The purpose of the program is to provide self-directed respite care, offering temporary relief to individuals with caregiving responsibilities.

For more information or to access the grant application, please visit:
https://health.wyo.gov/aging/communityliving/older-americans-act-programs/nfcp/

You may also contact:
Edwina Huebner
Phone: (307) 777-2964
Email: [email protected]

"To increase the self-sufficiency, safety, health and wellness of Wyoming's older adults and people with disabilities in the least restrictive environment while supporting their caregivers."

04/17/2026

From the reflective venture at the nation's capital, to a proper warm welcome to their home state, Vietnam War veteran Paul Perez shares, "It's been a long time coming. Part