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Wyoming Community Service Providers
(WCSP)
Wyoming Independent Living
Upcoming ADA Workshops
Health Care Access and the ADA: Know Your Rights
April 21st 10:30- Noon
People with disabilities have the right to equal access to health care under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). However, barriers in facilities, equipment, communication, and policies can still impact access to care.
This workshop will examine how the ADA applies to health care settings and what equal access should look like in practice.
Topics will include:
• Removing physical barriers
• Providing accessible medical equipment
• Offering effective communication
• Making reasonable modification to policies and procedures
Through a combination of ADA guidance and lived experience navigating the health care system, participants will gain a better understanding of common access barriers and the role ADA protections play in improving access for people with disabilities.
Register Here: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/health-care-access-the-ad
Accessible Temporary Events
May 12 Noon – 1:30 PM
Planning a festival, fair, conference, or community event? Accessibility is more than a requirement—it’s part of creating a welcoming experience for everyone.
This interactive workshop will walk through real-world strategies to make temporary events more accessible—from parking and pathways to seating, communication, and crowd flow. We’ll also cover common accessibility pitfalls and simple, low-cost solutions you can put into practice right away.
Learn how to design events where all attendees can arrive, participate, and enjoy the experience equally—while meeting expectations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Register Here: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/accessible-temporary-events
Service Animals and the ADA
May 19th 10:30am - Noon
Service animals can be a confusing topic—but it doesn’t have to be. Join us to learn what the ADA really says about service animals, where they’re allowed, and what your rights and responsibilities are. We’ll clear up common myths, talk about respectful interactions, and explain the difference between service animals, emo-tional support animals, and therapy animals in a way that’s easy to understand.
Register Here: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/service-animals-and-the-ada
Parent Helping Parents
State of Wyoming
Wyoming Institute for Disabilities
(WIND)
The Wyoming Institute for Disabilities, Health Emphasis Program, and the Wyoming Public Health Association are hosting a
Public Health Communications Lunch & Learn series
See the flyer below for more information!
Wyoming Department of Health,
Aging Division
The Wyoming Department of Health, Aging Division (AGD), Community Living Section, is accepting Letters of Intent (LOI) to apply for the Wyoming Home Services (WyHS) program for a four-year grant cycle of July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2030.
Submission Details:
Letters of Intent must be received by close of business on March 23, 2026. Please submit LOIs by mail to the Wyoming Department of Health, Aging Division, Community Living Section, 2300 Capitol Avenue, 4th Floor, Cheyenne, Wyoming 82001. Or via email edwina.huebner1@wyo.gov.
The LOI must be on the applicant’s official letterhead and include:
Agency name, address, email, and telephone number.
The Aging Division’s grant name and the type of funding source requested.
Proposed types of services to be provided.
Signature of the Board chairperson.
Agency name, address, email, and telephone number.
The Aging Division’s grant name and the type of funding source requested.
Proposed types of services to be provided.
Signature of the Board chairperson.
Program Overview:
Authorized under W.S. 9-2-1208, the WyHS program provides community-based services designed to help older individuals remain in their homes and prevent premature institutionalization. The SFY2027 grant period runs from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. This is a competitive application year. Please note that contract extensions are subject to state guidelines and are not guaranteed.
Application Timeline:
March 31, 2026: The grant application link will be emailed to applicants following receipt of
their LOI.April 30, 2026: Completed grant applications are due by close of business.
Review and Award Process
Applications will be scored by an advisory committee based on a rubric evaluating how well the proposal meets WyHS program elements. The AGD will select awardees from the highest- scoring applications.
Please note that all awards are subject to State of Wyoming contracting requirements and budget authority. Furthermore, the AGD reserves the right to amend or withdraw funding opportunities. If application criteria changes substantially after a submission, the AGD will notify the applicant and provide an opportunity to supplement their materials.
For more information or technical assistance, please contact the Community Living Section at
(307) 777-7995 or 1 (800) 442-2766.
Wyoming Department of Health
Developmental Disabilities Advisory Council
You are invited to attend the
Wyoming Developmental Disabilities Advisory Council (DDAC)
public meeting on
March 5th, 2026, 10:00AM – 12:00PM
Herschler Building Capitol Extension Room 1
122 West 25th Street, Cheyenne, Wyoming
Virtual Only
1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 948 6899 5005
The DDAC exists by authority of W.S. 9-2-107(a) for the purpose of advising DD Section staff on issues relating to DD programs and activities.
Meeting agendas can be found on the HCBS Section’s webpage. Agendas set forth the order in which the Council will consider each topic, but times are tentative.
Wyoming Department of Education
August 3-4, 2026 Wyoming’s second annual statewide educator conference will take place August 3-4 at the Best Western Casper Downtown in Casper. Building on the success of our inaugural event, TeacherCon26 brings together three specialized tracks under one roof: Special Education (SPED), Literacy, and Principal Leadership Academy (PLA). Join educators from across Wyoming for this comprehensive professional development experience presented by the Wyoming Department of Education.
Register for current training or review the recording and/or handouts for past training.
Ascend 307 is a multi-year initiative developed through a federal grant awarded to the Wyoming Department of Education (WDE). Its shared, collaborative purpose is to support students with disabilities in developing essential readiness skills for the next phase of life.
Success will be measured by an increase in the percentage of students with disabilities who:
Graduate from high school
Demonstrate workplace and career readiness
Secure competitive, integrated employment
WDE Professional Development Resources:
https://wyominginstructionalnetwork.com/professional-development/currenttrainings
Wyoming Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities
Wyoming Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities
320 W. 25th Street, 1st Floor E. Suite 119
320 W. 25th Street, 1st Floor E. Suite 119
Cheyenne, WY 82002
Cheyenne, WY 82002
Phone: 307-777-7230 or 1-800-438-5791
Email: wgcdd@wyo.gov
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