CAMP HOPE, INC.
Sessions held at Camp WYOBA, Casper Mountain
Casper Wyoming 82601
Mailing Address: 3920 West 45th Street
Casper, Wyoming 82604
265-5865
473-2650 FAX
Email: sjohhnrph@aol.com
DIRECTORS: Steve and Nancy Johnson
OFFICE HOURS: Last full week in June, annually.
SERVICES PROVIDED: 7-day Residential Camp. Provides Diabetes education and Peer Mentoring for Children.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Children ages 7 – 18 years of age. Completed Application Forms, including Physician Medical Forms.
Fees: $200
Staff: Physicians, nurses, counselors and cooks.
Geographical Area Served: State of Wyoming and bordering states.
Application Procedures: Call or write for application forms. Forms reviewed by Directors. Acceptance notification made by mail.
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THE CARING CENTER, A PREGNANCY RESOUCE
100 West "B" Street, Suite 10
Casper, Wyoming 82601
473-2273
473-2275 FAX
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 2346
Casper, Wyoming 82602
DIRECTORS: Terry Winship and Nicole Ziehl
AFFILIATION: Pregnancy Center and Women’s Ministry with Heartbeat International – a network of centers throughout the U.S. and the world.
OFFICE HOURS: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday, evenings by appointment.
SERVICES PROVIDED: A pregnancy center and women’s ministry offering free pregnancy test, free maternity and baby clothes, some baby equipment, community referrals, and adoption support and education. Diapers and formula are disturbed on an emergency needs basis. Abortion education and lay, peer counseling for post abortion syndrome, prenatal development and parenting. New cribs and car seats can be obtained by attending four sessions of prenatal/parenting education classes through our Mommy and Me Program. Incentives also available for women exploring adoption. Information, education and support for sexual abstinence until marriage, as well as a speaker’s bureau describing different personal approaches to an unexpected or unintended pregnancy are available.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: None
Fees: All services are free.
Staff: Lay persons who have had a training course and monthly on-going training.
Geographical Area Served: Casper and vicinity
Application Procedures: Calling for appointment is best but walk-ins are accepted as schedule permits. Appointments are scheduled for 30 – 40 minutes for both pregnancy tests and for the Lending Closet. Clients fill out a short "Request for Service" form and staff members fill out an intake form during the appointment for each client.
CASA of Natrona County (Court Appointed Special Advocates)
1701 E. "E" Street
Casper, Wyoming 82601
237-0889
237-0889 FAX
DIRECTOR: Debra Starks
AFFILIATION: National CASA Association
OFFICE HOURS: Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
SERVICES PROVIDED: CASA recruits and trains volunteers to serve as advocates for abused and neglected children in the court system. Volunteers are screened carefully and must complete 30 hours of training prior to being sworn in. Volunteers make a minimum one-year commitment and receive 10 hours additional training annually.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Cases referred to CASA come only through the courts or upon request of the child's attorney/Guardian ad Litem. Abuse/Neglect cases only.
Fees: No fees are charged to clients. Volunteers are expected to pay a portion of the cost of records checks during the screening process.
Staff: Program Director, Volunteer Coordinator, and an Administrative Assistant.
Geographical Area Served: Natrona County.
Application Procedures: Volunteers can request an application packet by calling the office. Screening includes a motor records check, child abuse registry check with the Department of Family Services and a criminal records check through the Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigations.
CASPER AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
111 West 2nd Street, Suite 502
Casper, Wyoming 82601
577-0648
234-1538 FAX
DIRECTOR: John Freeman
PROGRAM OFFICER: Susie Scott-Mullen
AFFILIATION: Wyoming Community Foundation
OFFICE HOURS: Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
SERVICES PROVIDED: The Casper Area Community Foundation exists to enhance the community through philanthropy. It attracts charitable gifts from a broad base of donors and uses the income from those gifts to build community capacity in the areas of arts and culture, civic projects, conservation and natural resources, education, health and human services.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Grants are made to nonprofit organizations exempt from federal taxation under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and to public/governmental agencies, on occasion.
Fees: Usually none
Geographical Area Served: Casper and surrounding communities.
Application Procedures: Contact Casper Area Community Foundation.
CASPER AREA TRANSPORTATION COALITION, INC. (CATC)
1715 East 4th Street
Casper, Wyoming 82601
265-1313
235-0551 FAX
Email: margec49@attbi.com
DIRECTOR: Marge Cole
SERVICE HOURS: CATC operates Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday 8:00 a.m. to 5:15 p.m.
SERVICES PROVIDED: CATC provides transportation to members of the general public who are elderly or disabled or transportation disadvantaged. Passengers not falling into these categories, are served on a space available basis. Reservations for next service must be made no later than 3:00 p.m. the day before.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Senior Citizens are eligible at age 60. Disabled has no age requirement but proof of disability may be required.
Fees: Senior Citizens and disabled $1.00 per one way trip. $3.00 per one way trip for general public and $0.50 for children 12 and under when accompanied by an adult traveling to the same destination.
Staff: Administrators, 8 full-time drivers, 2 full-time drivers, 7 part-time drivers, 5 part-time bus aides.
Geographical Area Served: CATC serves Casper, Mills, Evansville, Bar Nunn and urbanized areas of the County.
Application Procedures: First time passengers are asked to complete an information card to determine correct tickets and emergency contacts. In addition, any special assistance that is required.
C.A.S.P.E.R. CENTER
900 South Beverly Street
Casper, Wyoming 82609
261-6196
261-6155 FAX
Email: Brenda_Eickhoff-Johnson@ncsd.K12.wy.us
DIRECTOR: Brenda Eickhoff-Johnson
AFFILIATION: Natrona County School District No. 1
HOURS: Monday through Friday, 2:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. (School Year)
Summer hours, please call.
SERVICES PROVIDED: The C.A.S.P.E.R. Center provides after-school enrichment for students in grade K-9. Students participate in a wide variety of activities in areas of academics, arts, sports, community service, computer skills, and more. They enjoy a snack and good times with friends, as well as finish homework.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Natrona County Student in grades K-9. (Not required to be NCSD#1 student). We accept private and home school students.
Fees: Sliding scale, based on income. Scholarships available.
Staff: Program Director, Site Coordinator, Volunteer Coordinator, 2 Program Leaders, Rotating Teachers.
Accreditation: Certified School Teachers.
Geographical Area Served: Natrona County.
Application Procedures: Registration forms are distributed through the schools or can be obtained by calling 261-6196.
CASPER COLLEGE – VOCATIONAL SPECTRUM GRANT
125 College Drive
Casper, Wyoming 82601
268-2692
268-2444 FAX
Email: bochiltr@admin.cc.whecn.edu
Webpage: www.caspercollege.edu
DIRECTOR: Barbara Ochiltree
AFFILIATION: Casper College
SERVICES PROVIDED: The Vocational Spectrum Grant Project provides college admission and financial assistance information for low-income students entering vocational programs at Casper College. Financial assistance maybe available for tuition, books, childcare, transportation, child care, uniforms, and other class requirements.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Must be entering a vocational program at Casper College. Student must meet income eligibility requirements for financial assistance.
Fees: None
Staff: Barbara Ochiltree – Vocational Spectrum Grant Manager; Ann Loader, Individual Learning Specialist; Dale Williams, Career Specialist; Carmen Springer Davis, Tutor Coordinator.
Application Procedures: Contact grant manager – intake and assessment procedures are individualized.
CASPER COLLEGE CAREER CENTER
125 College Drive, Administration Bldg. 110
Casper, Wyoming 82601
268-2662
268-2008 FAX
Email: jobsuper@admin.cc.whecn.edu
Website: www.cc.whecn.edu/placement
DIRECTOR: Janet L. deVries (jdevries@admin.cc.whecn.edu)
HOURS: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. during school year
7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. during summer
SERVICES PROVIDED: The Career Center helps students and alumni develop the skills necessary to enter the workforce, including career choice, resume development, interviewing and job search assistance. The Center maintains a resource library with labor market information, and college catalogs. Internet access is available for job search. Businesses may list job opportunities at no cost and arrange for on-campus recruiting. Community members may access some services by calling for an appointment.
Eligibility Requirements: Casper College students and graduates, students and graduates of partnership institutions may access all resources, career counseling, and job referrals. Community members may access resources and individual career counseling, but not job referrals.
Fees: None
Staff: Janet L. deVries, LPC, NCC, Director; K. Dale Williams, Career Specialist; Linda Davis, Office Supervisor.
Accreditation: Member of the National Association of Colleges and Employers.
Geographical Area Served: Local, national, and international job referrals.
Application Procedures: By appointment or walk-in.
CASPER COLLEGE COUNSELING AND STUDENT DEVELOPMENT SERVICE
125 College Drive
Casper, Wyoming 82601
268-2366
268-2444 FAX
Email: briank@admin.cc.whecn.edu
Website: www.cc.whecn.edu/counseling
DIRECTOR: Brian Krylowicz, Ph.D.
AFFILIATION: Casper College
OFFICE HOURS: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. - Monday through Friday; 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Thursday
SERVICES PROVIDED: Personal and career counseling. A variety of personal and emotional concerns are addressed through counseling services provided by licensed therapists. Career assessment and counseling is also available. Individual group and family counseling is provided at CSDC. Seminar programs on psychoeducational topics are offered. Testing services include GED, CLEP, ACT, and other specialized professional exams.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Counseling services are primarily intended for Casper College students, faculty, and staff. Career and academic counseling are available to those showing an interest in enrolling in Casper College. The specialist in testing can be contacted by anyone seeking testing services.
Fees: Most services are no cost to Casper College students. Some fees are charged for testing services.
Staff: Director, 2 other professional counselors, and specialist in testing, advisement, retention.
Geographical Are Served: Casper College community and interested candidates for admission.
Accreditation or Licenses: Staff members various licenses to provide therapy in the State of Wyoming.
Application Procedure: By appointment.
CASPER EARLY HEAD START
4981 Buick Street
Casper, Wyoming 82601
Mailing Address: PO Box 2993
Mills, Wyoming 82644
265-9562
265-9563 FAX
Email: casperh@trib.com or mlh@trib.com
DIRECTOR: Mary Harrington
AFFILIATION: Wyoming Child and Family Development
HOURS: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
SERVICES PROVIDED: Early Head Start offers a variety of services to pregnant women and families with children from birth to three years old. Twice a month there is a playgroup with activities planned by Early Childhood Educators and nutritious meals and snacks. Weekly home visits support parents as their child’s first teacher. Transportation is offered.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Our program serves low-income families and families with needs.
Fees: No charge.
Staff: Our staff includes three Early Childhood Educators, a cook, bus driver and a nurse.
Accreditation or License: Early Head Start is licensed through the Department of Family Services.
Geographical Area Served: Natrona County
Application Procedures: Anyone can call or come to the center and fill out an application. We encourage referrals from agencies to help us serve the population in need. We assist families with referrals to agencies in the community. We provide a free developmental screening to every child enrolled in the program.
CASPER EMPLOYMENT CENTER
851 Werner Court, Suite 120
Casper, Wyoming 82601
234-4591
266-1238 FAX
Website: www.onestop.state.wy.us
Email: gchoca@state.wy.us
MANAGER: Gregory Chocas
AFFILIATION: Department of Employment
OFFICE HOURS: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday
SERVICES PROVIDED: Job Assistance Workshops (Interviewing Skills, Resume Preparation, Internet Job Search Assistance), Referrals to Employment, Internet Access for Job Searches, Computers to Create Resumes and Letters, Typing Tests, Labor Market Information, Vocational Testing, On-the-job and Classroom Training (Workforce Investment Act), Special Veterans Programs, Unemployment Insurance Assistance.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: As specified by Federal and State Statutes.
Fees: None
Staff: Casper, 22; Douglas, 2.
Geographical Area Served: Natrona and Converse Counties
Application Procedures: Services are provided to walk-in traffic Monday through Friday. Intake for special program assessment and assistance is available by scheduling appointments.
CASPER FAMILY YMCA
315 East 15th
Casper, Wyoming 82601
234-9187
234-5656 FAX
Email: mckymca@trib.com
DIRECTOR: Mark Krauss
AFFILIATION: YMCA USA
OFFICE HOURS: Monday – Thursday 5:00 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Friday – 5:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Saturday – 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Sunday – 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
SERVICES PROVIDED: Health enhancement, recreational, childcare and personal enrichment services for all ages on a non-discriminatory basis.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Membership scholarships available. Eligibility guidelines based on Federal Poverty guidelines.
Fees: Membership and program fees vary.
Staff: 8 Full-time and 25-30 part-time staff.
Accreditation or license: Member agency affiliation with YMCA of the USA.
Geographical Area Served: Greater Casper area.
Application Procedures: Completion of Request for Financial Assistance required for Scholarship consideration.
CASPER PLANNED PARENTHOOD
1945 Westwood Hill
Casper, Wyoming 82601
234-1669
577-4115 FAX
DIRECTOR: Starla Mammon
AFFILIATION: Rocky Mountain Planned Parenthood
OFFICE HOURS: Monday - 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Tuesday - 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., closed Wednesday, Thursday - 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Friday 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
SERVICES PROVIDED: Female gynecological exams, pap smears, breast exams, Colposcopy for abnormal pap, exam for prescription birth control, mid-life services – including hormone replacement therapy, STD exam and treatment, pregnancy testing.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: None
Fees: Fees are reasonable. Some grant money for breast exam available. Medicare and Medicaid accepted.
Staff: A doctor, nurse practitioner, a clinical assistant, manager and community volunteers.
Geographical Area Served: Statewide
Application Procedures: Contact office
CASPER POLICE DEPARTMENT
201 North David
Casper, Wyoming 82601
235-8278
Website: www.cityofcasperwy.com
Chief of Police: Tom Pagel
OFFICE HOURS: Police available 24 hours a day, administrative offices 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
SERVICES PROVIDED: The Casper Police Department provides comprehensive law enforcement and crime prevention services for the citizens of Casper, along with law enforcement support services for Natrona County. Major department divisions include:
1. Uniformed Patrol, Traffic and Law Enforcement;
2. Crime Related Investigation and Detective Services;
3. Crime Prevention Unit provides free inspection of homes and businesses, offering increased security suggestions. Drug Talks and Sexual Assault Talks;
4. DARE Program;
5. Police canine patrol and drug detection; and
6. Street drug unit - undercover investigations.
Staff: Total of 81 staff members; 1 Chief of Police, 3 lieutenants, 12 sergeants, 59 officers and 13 support personnel. In addition, 16 communication personnel serve in the regional Public Communications Center.
Geographical Area Served: City of Casper
Application Procedures: Contact the Casper Police Division at "911" for emergency assistance or 235-8278 for non-emergency concerns. Application for civilian employment will go through the Job Service of Wyoming at 315 West First. Application for the position of police officer will be taken at the Human Resources Department, City Hall, 200 North David.
CASPER POLICE CRIME PREVENTION UNIT
601 S.E. Wyoming Boulevard
Eastridge Mall COPSHOP
Casper, Wyoming 82609
Mailing address: 201 North David
Casper, Wyoming 82601
235-7598
235-7528 FAX
Email: bandrews@cityofcasperwy.com
DIRECTOR: Bill Andrews
OFFICE HOURS: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
SERVICES PROVIDED: General police reports, City and services referral, general information on laws, Community Lectures, Presentations. Provide Informational flyers on Crime Prevention Topics.
Crime Preventions Programs – Neighborhood Watch, Rape Aggression, Premise Security Reviews, Crime Free Multi-Housing, Defense for Women, Graffiti Abatement, Operation ID.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: None. Services provided to all interested.
Fees: None
CASPER VA CLINIC
111 South Jefferson, Suite 105
Casper, Wyoming 82601
235-4143
265-4684 FAX
Email: provider’sname@sheridan.va.gov
DIRECTOR: Wm. Ziarnik, MD
AFFILIATION: Sheridan VA Medical Center
OFFICE HOURS: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday
SERVICES PROVIDED:
1) Primary medical care on an out-patient basis.
2) Primary psychiatric care on an out-patient basis, to include group, individual, and family psychotherapy. Staff is available to treat and educate veterans afflicted with serious mental illness.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Based upon honorable discharge from active duty in military.
Fees: Those who have insurance and sufficient income will be billed for services.
Staff: MD, PA, Psychiatrist, RN, LPN, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSW, Clinical staff.
Accreditation: JCAHO
Geographical Area Served: Primarily Wyoming veterans.
Application Procedures: Application process takes approximately two weeks, unless it is emergent. Call office for application or visit office. Appointments are made when eligibility is established, unless it is emergent.
CASPER VETERANS OUTREACH CENTER
111 South Jefferson, Suite 100
Casper, WY 82601
261-5355
261-5439 FAX
DIRECTOR: Chuck Mueller, Team Leader, Cheyenne
Leon Chamberlain, Site Coordinator
OFFICE HOURS: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday
SERVICES PROVIDED: Vet Centers exist for all veterans who proudly served their country during combat hostilities. Counseling is available for combat veterans and dependants from World War II, Korea, Vietnam, Vietnam Era Veterans, Lebanon, Granada, Panama, Persian Gulf and Somalia. Relapse Prevention Group; Women Veterans Group; Combat Veteran/PTSD Group; Couples Therapy and WWII Veterans Group. This includes services for sexual trauma/harassment counseling for Veterans of all eras.
Eligibility Requirements-: Veterans who served during combat eras and served in combat. Eligibility includes immediate family members and dependents.
Fees: None
Staff: Leon Chamberlain, MSW, LCSW, Counselor – University of Denver; Shannon Collins, BSW, Counselor.
Accreditation or Licenses: Leon Chamberlain, LCSW 298A – WY; Shannon Collins, BSW – University of Wyoming.
Geographical Area Served: Casper/Natrona and surrounding counties.
Application Procedure: No referral from outside agency needed. Copy of DD214 is required. If 214 is not available to veteran, request will be (by Vet Center staff) made to National Personnel Office to acquire the needed document.
CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES OF WYOMING, INC.
(Main office, 2121 Capitol Ave., Cheyenne, WY 82003)
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1468
Cheyenne, WY 82003
472-5467 (Casper)
1-800-788-4606 (Cheyenne)
637-7936 (Cheyenne) FAX
Email: betsy@dioceseofcheyenne.org
DIRECTOR: Elizabeth (Betsy) E. Groom, M.S.W., ACSW.
AFFILIATIONS: Catholic Charities, U.S.A., Adoption Exchanges, Wyoming State Adoption Council
OFFICE HOURS: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. - Monday through Thursday; 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. - Friday. Caseworkers as needed (24 hour voice mail).
SERVICES PROVIDED: We provide both pregnancy and adoption services statewide to Wyoming residents.
Pregnancy services. Pregnancy services include help with decision making and planning, linkage with community resources, and adoptive placement if desired. Temporary foster care is available for infants and for females during pregnancy. Medical expenses may be covered if someone places, has no insurance, and is ineligible for Medicaid. Limited emergency assistance may be available for basic needs.
Adoption services. We provide both infant and special needs adoption services and can assist with the Wyoming part of intercountry adoption. The process includes application, a home study, placement, and post-placement supervision.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Pregnancy - anyone with an untimely or unplanned pregnancy, birth fathers, and their families. Adoptions - (1) Applications are accepted from Wyoming residents regardless of race or creed. All must be active and practicing in their religion. (2) Applicants must be at least 21 years of age and married at least two years. (3) The couple must be in good physical and mental health, as verified by a physician. (4) They must have a suitable residence and economic stability. (5) Applications for infant adoption are limited to couples unsuccessful in conceiving or carrying a baby to term. If it has been medically determined that a pregnancy is genetically inadvisable or a health hazard for the mother, applications may also be accepted.
Fees: - Pregnancy services - free. Adoption services - Set fees for application and home study. Infant placement fee - sliding scale. Special needs placement fee for supervision is often covered by adoption subsidy. Payment arrangements are possible. Medical and legal expenses are the adoptive parents' responsibility.
Staff: Executive Director and Caseworkers. Full-time Director, part-time paid staff in various towns around Wyoming.
Accreditation or Licenses: Certified by the State as an Adoption Agency and a Child Placing Agency.
Geographical Area Served: State of Wyoming
Application Procedures: Call or write main office or nearest office to initiate contact.
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