Wyoming Department of Family Services
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Contact Information
2015 Carey Ave
Cheyenne, WY 82001
United States
Online Contact Form
Cheyenne, WY 82001
United States
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 8 AM-5 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM-5 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM-5 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM-5 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM-5 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Wyoming does not have many children in the foster care system who are free for adoption. Children typically return home or find permanency with relatives. Sometimes foster parents adopt a child from the Wyoming foster care system. Children who become free for adoption are often times referred to Wyoming certified adoption agencies.
AdoptUSKidsLearn about all the services at the Wyoming Department of Family Services
Safe at home;
Giving families opportunities for success; and
Supporting the people who support the families.
The Department achieves this vision by giving families opportunities for success throughout their interactions with the Department. Families come in contact with the Department for many reasons, including but not limited to, child abuse and neglect services, adult protection services, juvenile justice services, assistance with food or child care, and child care licensing. Many of the Department’s goals reflect the Department’s desire to improve upon the practice and service delivery that enhance families’ abilities to be successful and remain safe at home. More information can be found in the Department’s SFY 2022 & 2023 Strategic Plan.
Services and information
- Traditional Foster Care
- Specialized / Therapeutic Care
- Emergency Foster Care
- Respite Foster Care
- Adoption
- Other
Requirements to become a foster parent
The Wyoming DFS or private licensed agencies offer foster parents various forms of support. Foster parents receive a stipend for room and board, clothing, and other care needs. Children with greater needs will receive a slightly higher payment.
The money provided to foster parents helps cover costs related to care. It's not intended to become a supplement for the parent, which is why applicants must be financially stable before housing foster kids.
Wyoming 211 provides support, referrals, and information that foster families may find useful. This state hotline can help parents find more information about government and non-profit resources in their area.
The Sheridan Foster Parent Exchange allows foster parents to connect. Reaching out to other foster families is an excellent way to learn more about the system and gain valuable advice. After all, continual education is one of a foster parent's responsibilities.
Ratings and Reviews
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Sep 20, 2023
Single worst organization in any state. This one likes to shoot for being #1 in that category.
Jan 26, 2023
If I could give no stars I would! The lady that answers the phones is a very rude un mannered female. Get a better job if you don’t know how to interact with people.
Oct 12, 2022
This is the most republican state in the country. So there is political leadership conflict of interest in provide most social programs.
Sep 10, 2022
It should be renamed the department of abusing families and their loved ones. To continue allowing such monstrosity to exist is the exact opposite of your stated mission goal. Shame. What a sad day for Wyoming and for America.
Oct 31, 2021
Dfs is a waste of taxpayers money a I had a stroke a year ago and did not get any help.from them I'm have no life I'm just waiting to die