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Wyoming Department of Family Services

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Wyoming Department of Family Services

Wyoming Department of Family Services County Locations 
Powell County Annex109 W. 14th St
Powell, WY
(307)754-2245		Park County Complex
1501 Stampede Ave,
Unit 9009
Cody, Wyoming
(307) 587-6246		Hot Springs County
403 Big Horn
Thermopolis, Wyoming (307) 864-2158
  • Cent$ible Nutrition Program offers free cooking and nutrition education classes for children and adults throughout WY. 
  • Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) The final rental and utility assistance payments from Wyoming’s Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) will be for the month of June. Households will continue to receive payments if they are eligible and approved and funding is available.
  • Wyoming Homeowner Assistance Fund (HAF) Program focuses on helping Wyoming homeowners, who have been financially impacted by COVID-19 and meet eligibility criteria, stay in their homes.
  • Low-Income Energy Assistance (LIEAP), Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP), and Low-Income Home Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) LIEAP pays part of winter home heating bills for eligible people (October through February). WAP helps eligible homes become more energy efficient. LIHWAP provides funds to assist low-income, qualified households with water and wastewater bills.
  • Child Care Financial Assistance in Wyoming, The Child Care Subsidy Program, helps low-income families pay for the cost of care when the parent(s) are searching for employment, working, in school, or training.
  • TANF/POWER Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) provides temporary cash assistance for families in need.
  • The Wyoming Child Support Program, within the Wyoming Department of Family Services, will provide services to find parents, establish paternity, establish child support and medical support orders, enforce child support and medical support orders, and review and modify existing orders. We also receive and disburse child support payments. We serve any person who fills out an application.
  • Elderly & Disabled Programs Adult protective services and Assistance Programs  

Community Services Block Grant

Community Resources, Linkages & Referrals

Community Service Block Grant (CSBG)

CSBG provides funds to alleviate the causes and conditions of poverty in communities. 

Every day, Wyoming’s CSBG program partners assist families with support services that empower them to overcome poverty’s effects and support their progress toward greater self-sufficiency.

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CSBG Programs at YCAN

Park County CSBG Funds @ YCAN

Park County Help is a referral-based program offered at the First Stop of Park County. The First Stop provides application assistance, case management, linkages, and referrals to other programs. YCAN is one of many agencies that can help eligible customers with financial aid.

Program Requirements

  • Make an appointment with the First Stop of Park County
  • 1735 Sheridan Ave, Suite 205, Cody, WY
  • Cody Monday – Wednesday 9 am – 5 pm
  • St. Johns Episcopal Church  308 Mountain View Powell, WY 
  • Powell Thursday 9 am – 5 pm 
  • (307) 296-6706

Hot Springs County CSBG Funds @ YCAN

Program Requirements

Hot Springs Help partnership provides application assistance and case management, and YCAN can help with financial aid for low-income Hot Springs County Residents. 

  • Apply with The Help Center at Common Ground
  • Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 12:00 noon – 3 pm
  • Address: 124 North 5th Street, Thermopolis, Wyoming 82443
  • Phone: (307) 864-3851

CSBG Programs at WyoHelp

Washakie County CSBG Funds @ WyoHelp

  • Emergency Financial Assistance
  • Available to Carbon, Crook, Goshen, Niobrara, Washakie, and Weston Counties
  • Phone: 307-532-0269
  • Email: intake@goshenhelp.com
  • Apply online at https://www.wyohelp.com

CSBG Programs at Compass Center

Big Horn CSBG Funds @ Compass Center

  • Case Management and Financial Assistance
  • Available to Big Horn County 
  • Phone: (307) 684-2446

Statewide CSBG Programs

Network Partner Link Programs and Services provide Community Services Block Grant Funds in each Wyoming County.

Senior Citizen Resources

Community Resources, Linkages & Referrals

Disclaimer While Yellowstone Country Assistance Network created this post, YCAN has not vetted anyone who YCAN may add to this post. Therefore, the resources included are for informational purposes only and should not be considered an endorsement of citizens, services, or agencies. Readers are asked to contact these organizations directly for assistance. This post will be updated as needed.

Cody Wyoming Senior Center

Address: 613 16th St, Cody, WY 82414, United States

Phone:  (307) 587-6221

Website: http://codysrctr.org

Helpful Resources for Seniors: http://codysrctr.org/senior-resources

Medical Equipment Rentals: http://codysrctr.org/medical-equipment-rentals

Powell Wyoming Senior Center

Address: 248 North Gilbert Street Powell, WY 82435

Phone: (307) 754-4223

Website: https://www.powellseniorcenter.com

Hot Springs County Senior Center

Address: 206 Senior Avenue Thermopolis, WY 82443

Phone: (307) 864-2151

Website: https://www.hscseniorctr.com

Park County CSBG Funds @ YCAN

Park County Help partnership provides application assistance and case management, and YCAN can help with financial aid for low-income Park County Residents. 

  • Apply with First Stop of Park County 
  • Services: transportation repair for employment, clothing for work, supplies for employment
  • 1735 Sheridan Ave, Suite 205, Cody, WY
  • Cody Monday – Wednesday 9 am – 5 pm
  • St. Johns Episcopal Church  308 Mountain View Powell, WY 
  • Powell Thursday 9 am – 5 pm 
  • (307) 296-6706

Hot Springs County CSBG Funds @ YCAN

Hot Springs Help partnership provides application assistance and case management, and YCAN can help with financial aid for low-income Hot Springs County Residents. 

  • Apply with The Help Center at Common Ground
  • Services: transportation repair for employment, clothing for work, supplies for employment
  • Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 12:00 noon – 3 pm
  • Address: 124 North 5th Street, Thermopolis, Wyoming 82443
  • Phone: (307) 864-3851

SeniorHousingNet.com Resources

AffordableHealthInsurance.com

Domestic Violence Assistance

Community Resources, Linkages & Referrals

Crisis Intervention Services of Park County, Wyoming

Yellowstone Country Assistance Network receives an occasional after-hours call for domestic violence emergencies, since we do not operate an emergency program or a domestic violence program we want to be sure the community knows who to call in a domestic situation. In any domestic violence situation, we refer directly to 911 or local domestic violence programs.

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Crisis Intervention of Park County, Wyoming

  • Crisis Intervention Services
  • ⇒1220 13th Street, Cody, Wyoming 82414
    • (307) 587-3545 or (877) 864-9688
  • ⇒335 N. Gilbert Street, Powell, Wyoming 82435
    • (307) 754-7959 or (877) 864-9688
    • Hours (normally): 9 am – 5 pm, Monday-Friday
  • Hotline 24 hours (877) 864-9688
  • Services We Offer to All Victims of Domestic Violence (Male & Female):
    • 24 Hour Toll-Free Crisis Line 1-877-864-9688
    • Support Groups
    • Emergency Safe House / Shelter
    • Family Violence Protection Order Assistance
    • Emotional Support
    • Prevention / Education Programs
      • Financial Literacy
      • Prevention Planning
      • Safety Planning
      • Self-Sufficiency
    • Hotline Training
    • Stalking Protection Order Assistance
    • Library (Books, Pamphlets, Videos)

Self Help Center Violence Prevention & Crisis Intervention

*This is not the Help Center at Common Ground

  • Hot Springs Crisis Line Against Family Violence & Sexual Assault
    • H.O.P.E. Agency
      • 426 Bighorn Avenue, Thermopolis, WY 82443
      • PO BOX 126 Thermopolis, WY 82443
      • (307) 864-4673
      • Crisis Line (307) 864-4673 24-hour call service
  • WCADVSA – Wyoming Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault
    • PO Box 236, 710 Garfield Street, Suite 218, Laramie, WY 82073
    • (307) 755-5481 or (844) 264-8080
    • info@wyomingdvsa.org
    • wyomingdvsa.org
    • facebook.com/Wyoming-Coalition-Against-Domestic-Violence-and-Sexual-Assault
  • Crisis Intervention services, H.O.P.E. line, and emergency services for victims.
  • Provides services to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and teen dating violence.

CARES Big Horn County, Wyoming

  • Big Horn County Courthouse
    • 420 West C Street, 3rd floor, Basin, WY 82410
    • (307) 568-3334, (888) 372-3334
  • Big Horn County Courthouse Annex
    • 355 East 5th Street, Lovell, WY 82431
    • (307) 548-2330, (888) 372-3334
  • Crisis Intervention Services include:
    • *Family Violence
    • *Sexual Assault
    • *Incest
    • *Victims of all Crimes

Crisis Prevention and Response Washakie County, Wyoming

  • Crisis Prevention & Response (CPR) serves individuals and families affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, elder abuse, and child abuse in Washakie County, Wyoming. We cover the communities of Worland and Ten Sleep.
  • Crisis Prevention & Response Washakie County
  • Crime Victims/Witness Advocate

Housing Stability Services for Survivors of Domestic Violence and Human Trafficking (ERAP)

Survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking may require specialized services to support their ability to obtain and maintain safe housing.  The Wyoming Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault can provide housing stability services for ERAP-eligible survivors, such as:

  • Repairs to rental properties due to domestic violence and not covered by the landlord
  • Accessibility/security services needed to obtain and maintain safe housing (cell phones, doorbell cameras, safety planning and processes, locksmith fees, security kits.)
  • Transportation assistance when needed to obtain or maintain safe housing
  • Material assistance needed to obtain or maintain safe housing
  • Housing counseling, fair housing counseling, and case management
  • Application fees, background or credit check fees
  • Translation and interpretation services
  • Independent living skills training

Please contact Angie Fessler at the Wyoming Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault at 307-755-5481 or email afessler@wyomingdvsa.org. 

Rent Assistance

Community Resources, Linkages & Referrals, Self-Sufficiency, YCAN Housing Help

Rental Assistance Programs

Disclaimer 

 The resources included in this post are for informational purposes only and should not be considered an endorsement of citizens, services, or agencies by the Yellowstone Country Assistance Network. You are asked to contact these organizations directly for services, questions, comments, or concerns.

2-1-1 

If you need to speak to someone about community rental resources available to you, Wyoming 211 connects you with nonprofits and government services in your area. If you would like personal assistance, dial 2-1-1 or 888-425-7138. They are open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday.

In Person Rent Assistance Help

If you would like to sit down and discuss your current needs, please visit a One-Stop in Park or Hot Springs County. The centers’ clients receive help applying for various social services to meet their essential needs. One-Stop partners serve as the front door to financial assistance with Yellowstone Country Assistance Network.

The Help Center at Common Ground 

  • Available to Hot Springs County Residents 
  • The Help Center can assist with filling out applications for emergency services. 
  • Open Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 12:00 noon – 3 pm
  • 124 North 5th Street, Thermopolis, WY 82443
  • Phone (307) 864-3851

First Stop of Park County 

  • Heart Mountain Volunteer Medical Clinic is located in The Blair Buildings at 1735 Sheridan Ave, Suite 205, Cody, WY.
  • Open Monday through Wednesday 9-5 Cody
  • Open Thursday 9-5 Powell
  • Phone: (307) 296-6706

Wyoming Rapid Response 

  • This is a one time emergency assistance.
  • Available only in Wyoming 
  • Accessible only through community referral partners (Visit a One Stop to access)
  • Phone: 307-672-0475 or https://www.voanr.org/wyoming-rapid-response-fund
  • Six funding categories (applicant must qualify under one)
  1. Loss of Home:Due to fire, flood, or other disaster; Rent and/or deposit – No mortgages ; Utilities; Basic Household Items. 
  2. Domestic Abuse: Person fleeing a domestic abuse situation; Rent and/or deposit – No mortgages; Utilities;Basic Household Items
  3. Avoiding Homelessness: Rent and/or deposit – No mortgages; Utilities; Childcare 

Supportive Services for Veteran Families

  • Provides eligible veteran families with outreach, case management, assistance obtaining VA benefits, other supportive services, and financial assistance.
  • Rent/Utility Assistance, Rental/Utility deposits, Motel Bill Payment Assistance, Car repair, Bus Ticket, Household goods, and food Connection to VA resources/ benefits.
  • Call 1-844-486-2838 or use the link below to pre-qualify.
  • https://www.voanr.org/pre-qualify

Washakie County Rent Help @ WyoHelp

  • Emergency Financial Assistance
  • Available to Carbon, Crook, Goshen, Niobrara, Washakie, and Weston Counties
  • Phone: 307-532-0269
  • Email: intake@goshenhelp.com
  • Apply online at https://www.wyohelp.com

Big Horn County Rent Help @ Compass Center For Families 

  • Emergency Financial Assistance (housing, transportation, utilities, food, childcare, mental health, and substance abuse, clothes for work)
  • Available to Big Horn County 
  • Phone: (307) 6842446
  • Apply online at https://forms.gle/6KgNGdBTh5TyDrjB8

Salvation Army

  • Cody (307) 587-6246
  • Powell (307) 899-4196 
  • Thermopolis (307) 864-3851
  • Basin ( 307) 568-3883

Homeless Prevention Programs

The Wyoming Emergency Solutions Grant has financial assistance for the homeless or at risk of being homeless. Call Wyoming 2-1-1 or your county contact listed below. Park and Hot Springs Counties: (307) 672-0475 or (307) 751-5708

Find Affordable Housing Units

Click the links below for a listing of affordable rental units in Wyoming. 

Find Housing Subsidies 

You may want to look into housing subsidies if you cannot make regular monthly rent payments.  

Section 8 Housing

Powell, WY 82435
Phone: 307/754-9280
Hours: 8 am – 5 pm Monday – Friday
Website: http://www.section8housinglist.info/category/wyoming-wy/

Cheyenne Housing Authority 


Find Housing Counseling Agencies 

If you need counseling for a mortgage, default, purchasing a home, or budgeting, we have listed some agencies that can help you. 

Wyoming Housing Network 

  • Wyoming Housing Network, Inc.
  • Financial Management, Budget Counseling,
  • Home Improvement and Rehabilitation
  • Counseling, Mortgage Delinquency, and Default
  • Resolution Counseling, Non-Delinquency Post
  • Purchase Workshops Pre-Purchase Counseling.
  • Phone (307) 472-584
  • Website: www.whninc.org

Wyoming Community Development Authority 

WCDA Homeowner Program 

WCDA Homebuyer Programs

Condition of Rental Checklist

This is a condition of the rental property checklist you can use when renting a new house or apartment.

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Legal Assistance

If facing eviction, don’t hesitate to contact Legal Aid of Wyoming. Visit www.lawyoming.org or call 1-877-432-9955 for Legal AIn addition, then they may be able to provide other legal assistance to eligible ERAP renters living in Wyoming such as:

  • Lease agreement advice/negotiation
  • Eviction defense 
  • Disputes that could lead to eviction
  • Financial issues directly related to the home you rent (disputes about security deposits, damages claims, late fees, etc.)
  • Issues related to the safety of the home you rent
  • Financial matters affecting your ability to maintain or obtain housing such as debt collection defense; federal benefits (SSI/SSDI); employment matters (FMLA, disability accommodations); and consumer protection actions to obtain tenant funds lost to scams.

The Wyoming Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault provides legal aid services for survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking. These legal services are for eligible ERAP renters living in Wyoming. Visit www.wyomingdvsa.org/legal-program or call 307-755-0992.

Homeowners

WCDA Borrowers

DFS is working with the WCDA to test the application process. If you have a delinquent mortgage with the WCDA, you may receive an invitation from the WCDA to apply for HAF funds to reinstate your mortgage. If you have questions about this pilot program, please get in touch with WCDA at HAFassistance@wyomingcda.com or DFS at homeowner.assistance@wyo.gov.

Didn’t Find What you’re Looking For?

Utility assistance programs
Mortgage programs

Home Ownership

Community Resources, Linkages & Referrals, Uncategorized, YCAN Housing Help

Home Ownership Assistance

Disclaimer 

 The resources included in this post are for informational purposes only and should not be considered an endorsement of citizens, services, or agencies by the Yellowstone Country Assistance Network. You are asked to contact these organizations directly for services, questions, comments, or concerns.

2-1-1 

If you need to speak to someone about community homeownership resources available to you, Wyoming 211 connects you with nonprofits and government services in your area. If you would like personal assistance, dial 2-1-1 or 888-425-7138. They are open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Wyoming Community Development Authority 

WCDA IS THE STATE’S LEADING RESOURCE FOR HOUSING FINANCE.

Since 1975, Wyoming Community Development Authority (WCDA) has made it easier for people across Wyoming to finance their first home.

We provide low-interest single-family mortgages and education to help our customers buy and retain their homes. We also offer unique programs to aid in the sustainability of homeownership. Our down payment assistance program, homebuyer education and counseling, partnerships with developers, and work with nonprofit community organizations make WCDA the State’s leading resource for housing finance.

In addition to its single-family programs, WCDA currently administers several major affordable rental housing development programs; the Low-income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Program, the National Housing Trust Fund (NHTF) Program, and the HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) Program. These federal programs have funded more than 5,000 units of affordable rental housing across the state.

WCDA’s Rental Directory provides the names, locations, and contact information for affordable housing developments in Wyoming. Use the Rental Directory Map and choose the location you are interested in.

WCDA Homeowner Program 

WCDA Homebuyer Programs

Mortgage Help

Are you a Wyoming homeowner who has fallen behind on mortgage payments, utility bills or other housing-related costs? The Wyoming Homeowner Assistance Fund (HAF) Program focuses on helping Wyoming homeowners, who have been financially impacted by COVID-19 and meet eligibility criteria, stay in their homes.

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Click the link to visit their page and to apply for help:

https://wyodfsportal.force.com/haf/s/?language=en_US&LanguageCode=en_US

Local Community Service Programs

The Help Center at Common Ground 

  • Available to Hot Springs County Residents 
  • The Help Center can assist with filling out applications for emergency services. 
  • Open Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 12:00 noon – 3 pm
  • 124 North 5th Street, Thermopolis, WY 82443
  • Phone (307) 864-3851

First Stop of Park County 

  • Heart Mountain Volunteer Medical Clinic is located in The Blair Buildings at 1735 Sheridan Ave, Suite 205, Cody, WY.
  • Open Monday through Wednesday, 9-5 Cody
  • Open Thursday 9-5 Powell
  • Phone: (307) 296-6706
  • Email: zach.hmfc@gmail.com

USDA Programs

USDA Rural Development supports rural homeownership through the following programs:

  • The Single Family Housing Direct Home Loan Program provides loans directly to families and individuals so they can buy or build homes in rural America.
  • Through its Single Family Housing Guaranteed Loan Program, USDA partners with private lending institutions to help families and individuals buy homes in rural areas.
  • The Home Repair Loan and Grant Program provide loans and grants to help families and individuals repair and modernize homes, making them safer, healthier places to live.
  • The Mutual Self-Help, Housing Grant Program, provides grants to qualified organizations to help them carry out local self-help housing construction projects. Through this program, USDA works with organizations to provide a unique opportunity for families and individuals to lower the overall purchase price of a new home by investing “sweat equity” into its construction.   

To learn more about USDA homeownership programs, please visit the Single-Family Housing program webpage or contact the Wyoming Rural Development State Office.

Rural Development provides loans and grants to help expand economic opportunities, create jobs, and improve the quality of life for millions of Americans in rural areas. This assistance supports infrastructure improvements, business development; housing; community facilities such as schools, public safety, and health care; and high-speed internet access in rural, Tribal, and high-poverty areas. For more information, visit www.rd.usda.gov/wy. If you’d like to subscribe to USDA Rural Development updates, visit our GovDelivery subscriber page. 

The federal American Rescue Plan Act’s Homeowner Assistance Fund assists homeowners with mortgage and utility cost relief. We are in the early stages of gathering information for this new program. Please often visit, as program updates will be posted here.

Housing Counseling Agencies 

If you require counseling for mortgage, default, purchasing a home, or budgeting, some agencies can help you. 

Wyoming Housing Network 

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