NATRONA COUNTY CHILD SUPPORT ENFORCEMENT DEPARTMENT
120 West First Street, Suite 400
Casper, Wyoming 82601

Mailing Address: PO Box 2539
Casper Wyoming 82602

235-9229, 1-800-292-3219
235-9629 FAX

Email: edista@state.wy.us

OFFICE HOURS: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday

SERVICES PROVIDED: Our office provides the following services: Locate of non-custodial parents, Establishment of paternity, establishment of child support and medical support orders, enforce child support and medical support orders, initiate and respond to interstate cases, enforce spousal support, if included in a child support order, review and modify child support orders based on change in circumstances.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Anyone who has custody of a child and needs help establishing who is the father of the child, establish a child support order, or collecting current or past due child support payments.

Fees: If you have never received POWER benefits and/or Medicaid benefits in the State of Wyoming and you want to request child support services, you must apply for services and pay a fee of $25.00.

Geographical Area Served: Natrona County.

Application Procedures: Call the Child Support Enforcement office at 235-9229 and request an application. One will be sent by mail.

NATRONA COUNTY COVERING KIDS COALITION
c/o Human Services Commission of Natrona County
800 Werner Court, Suite 201
Casper, Wyoming 82601

235-9018 or 235-0124
232-0145 FAX

Email: dnelson-allender@natrona.net
Webpage: www.hscnc.org/services/kid-care.html or www.hscnc.org

OUTREACH COORDINATOR: Deborah Nelson-Allender

AFFILIATION: Wyoming Covering Kids Coalition is sponsored by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the Wyoming Department of Health. The Natrona County Pilot Project is sponsored by the Natrona County ICC and administered by the Human Services Commission of Natrona County. See Page 56.

OFFICE HOURS: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

SERVICES PROVIDED: The project provides information and applications to families, works with other human service agencies to maintain a network of application sites throughout the county, acts as a liaison with the Department of Family Services, and exhibits at a variety of community events.

Information on the following healthcare coverage options is available:

Kid Care Plan A. Formerly known as Medicaid for Children, covers all children up to six years of age who fall under the maximum income limits. It also covers some children and teens from six through 18 years of age. This coverage provides complete healthcare benefits, including dental and vision. Applicants may have other insurance and sill qualify for Plan A, which will then pay for deductibles, co-pays and services not covered by the primary insurance carrier.

Kid Care Plan B. The Children’s Health Insurance Program, covers children and teens ages 6 through 18 whose family income exceeds the limits for Plan A but still falls below the maximum limits. This plan also provides complete coverage, including dental and vision. Applicants for this plan may not have other coverage or have voluntarily given up coverage within the past 30 days.

Kid Care Plan C. Which will cover children aged 0 through 18 years, at a higher income level, which has not yet been implemented. It is intended that families will pay no more than $200 per year for coverage provided by a private insurer. Benefits for this program will not include dental or vision. Applicants for this plan may not have other coverage or have voluntarily given up coverage within the past 30 days.

All Kid Care Health Care Plans may be applied for by using a simple mail-in application. No documentation is required and each plan provides continuous coverage for 12 months. (Families may renew each year as long as they meet the age and income requirements.

Blue Cross/Blue Shield Caring Program is available to families whose incomes exceed the limits for the Kid Care Health Care Plans, yet fall within the Caring Program guidelines. This no-cost plan provides physicians’ visits, emergency outpatient care, diagnostic x-rays and laboratory services, routine immunizations and prescriptions. There are some limited dental benefits. Applicants for this plan may not have other insurance.

Wyoming Dental Health Program is open to children up to 19 years of age and will pay 85% of charges for any type of dental work needed up to a maximum of $1,000 once every three years. A separate program will pay up to $3,300 plus the cost of an exam and records for children who need braces to correct a condition that interferes with chewing, speech or breathing.

Geographical Area Served: Primarily Natrona County and Converse County but inquiries from anywhere in Wyoming are welcomed.

NAMI CASPER, CASPER’S VOICE ON MENTAL ILLNESS
Formerly: FAMILY ALLIANCE FOR THE MENTALLY ILL - YES! (FAMIL-Y)
100 West "B" Street, Suite 211
Casper, Wyoming 82601

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 391
Casper, Wyoming 82602

234-2440

DIRECTOR: Marjorie Haass, President (234-4775)

AFFILIATION: Wyoming Alliance for Mentally Ill

OFFICE HOURS: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Monday, Wednesday and Friday

SERVICES PROVIDED: A clearing house, not a crisis center, offer information about psychiatrists in community. Offer information on mental illness, book, videos and magazines.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Anyone concerned about mental illness.

Fees: Our annual dues are: Individual/family $25; Professional $25; Business $25; Consumer $5. You will receive informative materials updating mental illness.

Staff: Volunteers staff the office.

Geographical Area Served: Natrona County.

Application Procedures: Interested parties may contact the above numbers.

NATRONA COUNTY EVEN START
A Family Literacy Program
North Casper Elementary School
1014 North Glenarm
Casper, Wyoming 82601

261-6828
577-6759 FAX

Email: Julie-_Eastes@ncsd.k12.wy.us

DIRECTOR: Julie Eastes

AFFILIATION: Natrona County School District #1

OFFICE HOURS: 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday-Friday

SERVICES PROVIDED: Even Start is a family literacy program offering adult education, early childhood education, and parent/child education. Located at North Casper School, Even Start offers free childcare during all adult ed and evening ESL classes. Families participate in parenting workshops and fun, family-centered home visits promoting parent and child time (PACT). Even Start uses the Parents as Teachers curriculum supporting parents in their roles as their child’s/children’s first and best teachers.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: 1) Families from Natrona County live in a Title I school area; 2) One or both parents are eligible to attend adult basic education or ESL classes; 3) One child in the family is between the ages of birth and eight years old.

Fees: All services are free.

Staff: Director, Adult Education Instructors/Home Visitors, Secretary and Childcare Assistants.

Geographical Area Served: Natrona County Title I Schools attendance area.

Application Procedures: Referral, Intake and Assessment Procedures.

Even Start encourages family referrals by community-wide programs and social service agencies; the Casper College ABE/GED program in partnership with Even Start; various Title 1 Schools; the All Ready preschool program, located at North Casper School.

Parents complete Even Start Enrollment forms, enroll, and take the TABE and/or pre-GED tests, attending adult education classes. When parents’ skill levels are sufficient, they are scheduled for testing at the Casper College GED testing site. After enrolling, children are screened by the Child Development Center.

NATRONA COUNTY CHAPTER AMERICAN RED CROSS
3211 Energy Lane, Suite 1
Casper, Wyoming 82604

237-8436
265-0324 FAX

Email: redcross@coffey.com

DIRECTOR: Sharon Carp, Branch Manager

AFFILIATION: Wyoming State Chapter American National Red Cross National Headquarters

OFFICE HOURS: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

SERVICES PROVIDED: Provides relief to victims of disaster and helps people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies.

Disaster Services: Assists the victims of natural and man-made disasters through case management. Helps to provide shelter, food, clothing, and first aid. Assists in the cleanup and rebuilding of our community. These disaster services include, but are not limited to; single family fires, flood, tornadoes, severe winter storms, water contamination, and hazardous materials situations. Helps support emergency services workers in cooperation with emergency agencies during disasters and helps the community through disaster preparation and education.

Armed Forces Emergency Services (AFES): Provides military families with emergency communication, financial assistance, counseling, information and referral services when "Help Can't Wait" through trained Red Cross/AFES Caseworkers 24 hours a day. These services help families stay in touch in times of need.

Health and Safety: Provides safety training to the community in; Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), First Aid, Aquatics and Swimming Lessons, Babysitter's Courses, Youth Safety Training, and Safety Training for Coaches. Also provides education in the workplace to meet OSHA requirements and provide HIV/AIDS education to all areas of the community. By offering these courses, at moderate cost, we are able to help our community become a safer place to live.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Vary with program and level of instruction.

Fees: Disaster and AFES services are provided at no charge. Instruction fees for Health and Safety vary with class.

Staff: One full time Branch Manager, 1 full time Health & Safety Coordinator.

Geographical Area Served: Natrona County.

Application Procedures: Varies depending on the service requested.

NATRONA COUNTY CHILD CARE ASSOCIATION
Box 1844
Casper, Wyoming 82602

266-5907

DIRECTOR: Cristol Lovato

AFFILIATION: President of current elected officers

SERVICES PROVIDED: Monthly newsletters are provided as well as monthly meetings that include our business meeting as well as training meetings for licensed child care providers. This training is approved by State Department of Family Services. Work through various events such as Health Fair and Week of the Young Child to encourage quality child care. Work closely with Natrona County Department of Family Services, Nutritional Services and W.E.C.A., WAFCC, offer a referral service, discounts at local business, wholesale toy orders, books and current favorite children's videos for checkout, toy rental library, and are a valuable support group to all.

Recess for the summer months.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Come to our monthly meetings and training - we exclude no one. We do encourage providers to become licensed. Parents and community are also welcome as well as other agencies.

Fees: $15.00 a year-Provider

Geographical Area Served: Natrona County

Accreditation or Licenses: Nonprofit Status Training Program accredited through Department of Family Services.

Application Procedures: Parents, Providers, Community and Agencies can belong to our association. Providers come each month for required training. Our referral is available to area parents in need of child care. Providers that are members of our association fill out a form, parents call - we give referrals and
provide publicity. Providers that wish to be included on our referral list must also be licensed with State Department of Family Services.

NATRONA COUNTY CHILD PROTECTION TEAM
851 Werner Court, Ste 200
Casper, Wyoming 82601

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1471
Casper, Wyoming 82602

473-3900
473-3967 FAX

DIRECTOR: Dan Tholson (235-9223)

OFFICE HOURS: Review Staffing Team meets twice monthly. Business Team meets every first Wednesday at 3:30 p.m.. Meetings are generally held at the Employment Resources Building, 851 Werner Court, Suite 121, Casper, Wyoming 82601.

SERVICES PROVIDED: As stated in Wyoming Statutes §14-3-212, the child protection teams may assist and coordinate with the State, the local child protective agency and all available agencies and organizations dealing with children, facilitate diagnosis and prognosis and provide an adequate treatment plan for the abused and neglected child and his/her family. The business team's mission is to increase public awareness of child abuse and neglect and to encourage positive community response for the protection of children.

The Natrona County Child Protection Team is made up of volunteers from numerous community agencies whose primary service deals with children. Reviewing and Staffing Teams provide recommendations for reported abuse and neglect cases.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Business Team; members are generally affiliated with service provision to children. Applicants must complete application forms and are voted upon for membership inclusion. Active participation is required.

Fees: None

Staff: Volunteers from community resources for children.

Geographical Area Served: Natrona County.

Application Procedures: Request membership application from the Director.

NATRONA COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF FAMILY SERVICES (DISTRICT 7)
851 Werner Court, Ste 200
Casper, Wyoming 82601

473-3900
473-3967 FAX

Email: Jdeloz@state.wy.us

DIRECTOR: James W. DeLozier, District Manager

AFFILIATION: State of Wyoming Department of Family Services – local office.

OFFICE HOURS: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Social Services on-call 24 hours per day for child and adult protection complaints.

SERVICES PROVIDED:

PUBLIC ASSISTANCE

POWER Personal Opportunities With Employment Responsibilities – Cash Assistance for families who cooperate with seeking child support and work. POWER is limited to 60 months.

Food Stamps Food Stamps are available to low-income households who meet income and resource limits. In Natrona County, benefits for food stamps are issued on a debit card.

Minimum Medical Program (MMP) Payment to health care providers to help pay oxygen and for some prescription drugs.

Qualified Medical Beneficiaries Program (QMB) Assistance paying premiums and deductibles for individuals receiving Medicare.

Special Low-Income Medicare Beneficiaries(SLMB) Assistance paying Medicare Part B premium.

Home and Community Based Services Service in the community to help prevent entrance into a medical institution.

Nursing Facility Care Payment to nursing facilities for needed care.

Medical Programs Medical services for families and children, including elderly and SSI, etc.

Health Check Provides access to regular medical screening for medical eligible children.

Child Support Services If you wish, a referral can be made for assistance in locating absent parent(s), establishing paternity, enforcing court orders and collecting child support.

Child Care Assistance in paying for child care while parent(s) work, attend employment training or school.

Certification of Child Care Facilities Administers the Child Care Certification Act in Natrona County and certifies licensed family setting and Child Care Centers.

Low Income Energy Assistance Program Contracted to private provider. Provides financial support for individuals and families who are at risk due to energy costs.

Referrals to Other Resources Maintain an active information and referral index and active referral agreements with most local service agencies.

SOCIAL SERVICES

Investigative Services Twenty-four hour access to trained investigators for individuals needing to file complaints of child protection or adult protection matters (473-3900). Service is limited to protective matters.

Crisis Intervention Services Assessment, planning and stabilization services for individuals and families.

Home-Based Services Preventive, home-based services for families suffering early signs of trouble which could, if untreated, lead to the child entering the juvenile services systems or the child having to be removed from the home because of child protection issues.

Child Placement Services Services for children who cannot live in their own home. This ranges from foster home to institutional placement.

Adoption Placement of special needs children in adoptive homes.

Assessment and Supervision for Out-of-State Social Service Agencies Administers the Interstate Compact on the placement of children in Natrona County.

Court Services Prepares specific studies for the District Court, including home studies, juvenile court studies, and others as ordered by the District Court.

Referral Services Maintain an extensive information and referral directory and has active referral agreements with most local agencies.

Juvenile Probation and Parole Court ordered services to juveniles who have been adjudicated delinquent.

Case Planning and Coordination Provides case leadership and case teamwork for cases requiring interdisciplinary intervention as well as families in need of intervention.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

Family Assistance Services – Generally income and resource requirements are applied. Each program has separate requirements.

Youth and Family Services – Children, families and adults who are in need of protection and other services.

Fees: Nominal fees for non-assistance child support. Parents are required to assist with the cost of out-of-home care for their children.

Staff: Sixty-three local employees, 1 Child Care Certification Worker, 2 Quality Control Workers, and 1 Fraud Investigator

Geographical Area Served: Natrona County

Application Procedures: Varies from program to program. Call 473-3900 for advice. DFS is a large, complex, multipurpose human service agency. Orientation programs for organizations, groups and individuals are offered which provide an overview of all services.

NATRONA COUNTY HEAD START/HOME START
301 West "B" Street
Casper, Wyoming 82601

266-5480 (Casper)
235-3960 FAX

836-2751 (Guernsey)

Email: nchstart@trib.com

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: Clark Burden
c/o Wyoming Child & Family Development, Inc.
P.O. Box 100
Guernsey, Wyoming 82214

CENTER DIRECTOR: Leslie Pease

AREA COORDINATOR: Mary Kugler

OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., September through May.

SERVICES PROVIDED: Head Start provides a free, early intervention program to low-income, at-risk children, 3 – 5 years of age and their families. Each child receives a developmental, hearing, vision and health screening. Our program provides activities that address the child’s cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development. Children in the center-based program attend 4 or 5 days per week for 3 _ hours each, as well as receive a home visit twice a month to work on the goals of the children. Staff also assists families in identifying and meeting goals for their family.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Serving low-income families with children ages 3 – 5. Enrollment based on income and need.

Fees: None

Staff: 9 teachers, 8 teacher's assistants, 1 center coordinator, 1 home-based coordinator, 1 nurse, 2 bus drivers, 1 secretary, 1 cook, 2 cook assistants, 2 family service assistants, and 4 Foster Grandparents.

Accreditation or Licenses: Department of Family Services licensed, United Way agency, and NAEYC accreditation.

Geographical Area Served: Natrona County

Application Procedures: A waiting list application must be filled out. Families are enrolled based on their needs.

For services for birth to three and pregnant women, see Early Head Start.

NATRONA COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT #1
970 North Glenn Road
Casper, Wyoming 82601

577-0200
577-4422 FAX

Superintendent: Jim Lowham

Specialized Services for Students Enrolled in NCSD #1 - 577-0231
Building Intervention Team Services (Team to assist students having problems in school) K-12
School Nurse/Health Services K-12
Drug Education Curriculum K-12
School Counseling Services 7-12
Specialized Prevention/Intervention Services and Counseling for Drug Involved Students 7-12
Contracted Mental Health Services K-12
Chapter 1 Reading Programs (selected sites) K-6
Special Reading Programs K-12
Roosevelt Learning & Assessment Center (Reentry Program, Pregnant Girls Program, Drop Out Prevention Program, Special Education Services) 7-12
English as a Second Language Program (ESL Program) K-12

Specialized Services for Students with Disabilities Enrolled in NCSD #1 - 577-0254
Noncategorical Resource Classrooms students with mild educational disabilities
Self-contained classrooms for students with moderate to severe educational disabilities
Consultative and direct service specialists in the areas of:
School Psychological Services
Speech/Language Services
School Social Work Services
Occupational Therapy
Physical Therapy
Adaptive Physical Education Services
School Nursing/Health Services
School Audiological Services
Limited Vision Services
Hearing Impairment Services
Language Interpretation Services
Adaptive and augmentive equipment
Special Transportation services
Career exploration
Vocational evaluation and on the job training
Home and Hospital tutoring services
Individual and group counseling services
Parent Counseling
Comprehensive Multi-disciplinary assessment services
Educational Resource Center (Locating specialized materials and equipment)

Specialized Services to the Parents and Families of Students with Disabilities in NCSD #1
Parent Resource Center (Parent Contacts, Relocation Assistance, Library, Workshops)
577-0267
Child Identification Services (Locate unserved students with disabilities) - Educational Resource Center 577-0267

Geographical Area Served: Natrona County

NATRONA COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
201 North David Street
Casper, Wyoming 82601

235-9282

DIRECTOR: Mark Benton, Sheriff

OFFICE HOURS: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

SERVICES PROVIDED: Emergency services, crime prevention, criminal investigations, traffic accident investigations, county jail, public service, and general law enforcement.

Staff: 106 Staff Members

Geographical Area Served: Natrona County

NATRONA COUNTY WIC PROGRAM - WOMEN, INFANTS AND CHILDREN
40 South Curtis Street (Equality State Bank Bldg.)
Evansville, Wyoming

Mailing address: P.O. Box 50005
Casper, Wyoming 82605-0005
265-6408
234-8159 FAX

Email: djohns3@missc.state.wy.us

DIRECTOR: Diane Johnson (voice mail: 266-2988)

OFFICE HOURS: 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday. Noon hour and evening hour appointments available by request.

SERVICES PROVIDED: WIC is the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children. WIC assists women who are pregnant, breastfeeding or within 6 months post-partum time, infants and children up to age five. If income eligible, a WIC screening is performed by a WIC nutritionist or nurse. The applicant receives nutrition counseling and information regarding prenatal care, infant and child care, etc., as needed. Appropriate referrals are made to other service agencies for further assistance. If the applicant qualifies for WIC benefits, he/she receives a supplemental food package in the form of checks which identifies specific nutritious foods that may be purchased at the store. These WIC foods include milk, cheese, juice, cereal, eggs, peanut butter or dried beans or peas, infant formula, infant juice and cereal. Additional foods such as tuna and carrots are added for the fully breastfeeding woman. The WIC food package is tailored to the individual nutritional needs of the applicant. Ongoing nutrition and health information is provided monthly. Breastfeeding education and support is available through trained WIC professionals.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Reside in Wyoming. Are a pregnant, postpartum (within 6 months) or breastfeeding woman, an infant or child under 5 years of age. Have a nutritional need. Have a household income that is less than or equal to the income eligibility guidelines.

Fees: None

Staff: WIC program Supervisor/Regional Nutritionist, WIC R.N., WIC Nutritionist, and two Office Managers.

Geographical Area Served: Natrona, Converse, and Johnson Counties.

Application Procedures: Appointments can be made by phone at 265-6408, or on a walk-in basis at the Natrona County WIC Office.

NORTHWEST COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAMS OF WYOMING INC. (NOWCAP SERVICES)
345 North Walsh Drive
Casper, Wyoming 82609

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 51248
Casper, Wyoming 82605

237-9146
234-1029 FAX

Email: NOWCAP@trib.com
Website: www.trib.com/ADS/NOWCAP/

DIRECTOR: Mark Black, Executive Director

OFFICE HOURS: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday (Administrative Offices)

SERVICES PROVIDED: Supervised living, supported independent living, in-home support, respite, rehabilitation training, work services, supported employment, day-habilitation, case management, Nursing, and evaluation services for adults and children with developmental disabilities. Transitional services for youth with disabilities. NOWCAP also acts as a community referral source. Evaluation services available for contract.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Must meet clinical and financial eligibility requirements and meet the definition of having a developmental disability and meet the definition of having a developmental disability.

Fees: Must have fee paying sponsorship.

Staff: 150 highly trained and skilled individuals.

Accreditation: Accredited by Commission for Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF).

Geographical Area Served: Statewide

Application Procedures: Self referral or referral from other agencies, D.V.R., DFS, school districts, Wyoming State Training School, Wyoming State Hospital, physicians, families, ARC. A comprehensive intake and evaluation system is utilized to assess a person’s skills and make appropriate recommendations.

NOWCAP WEATHERIZATION
500 North Lennox
Casper, Wyoming 82609

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 50483
Casper, Wyoming 82605-0483
235-2059

DIRECTOR: Gonzalo Frias

OFFICE HOURS: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday

SERVICES PROVIDED: Insulation in Walls, attics and floors.
Furnace cleaning and tuning.
Blower door testing and air infiltration measures
Water heater and pipe insulation
Heat duct insulation.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: 150% Poverty Income Guidelines previous 12 months income.

Fees: No charge to eligible clients.

Staff: Consists of two staff members.

Accreditation or Licenses: City Contractor's License Class III.

Geographical Area Served: Natrona and Converse Counties.

Application Procedures: Contact office.

NUTRITION AND CHILD DEVELOPMENT, INC.
4150 South Poplar
Casper, Wyoming 82601

Mailing Address: PO Box 4568
Casper WY 82602
237-1496

Email: ncd@trib.com

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: Steven Urhammer

OFFICE HOURS: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday (Administrative Offices)

SERVICES PROVIDED:

Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) - The program is an arm of the Federal School Lunch Program, administered by the USDA Food and Nutrition Service, through which child care providers receive nutrition education and cash reimbursements for providing nutritional snacks and/or meals to the children in their care.
We also offer child care at three Quality Child Caring Centers located in Casper.
Child Care Centers - To help meet the community's needs for child care, Nutrition and Child Development, Inc. has established three child care centers in Casper. The three Quality Child Caring Centers are located at 12 South Curtis - Evansville, Sunrise Shopping Center, and 332 S. Washington Street. The centers offer all day child care for infants through school age children as well as a morning pre-school program.
Child Care Conferences - As a sponsor of the Child and Adult Care Food Program, Nutrition & Child Development, Inc. holds several workshops annually throughout the State. These workshops are aimed at providing knowledge in nutrition to child care providers, but frequently include other topics such as discipline, parent involvement and health issues. Workshops meet state requirements for recertification hours for child care providers.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: To take part in the CACFP, participants must be (1) licensed, or (2) license-exempt child care providers who have 1-2 children, of which at least one child's care is paid for by Department of Family Services.

Fees: Free, assistance is free, call for child care rates.

Staff: Consists of an Executive Director, Child Care Coordinator, State Field Director, Developmental Director, professional support personnel and child care staff. All child care staff meets Department of Family Services requirements.

Accreditation or License: All three Quality Child Caring Centers are licensed in Wyoming.

Geographical Area Served: CACFP services are provided statewide. The Quality Child Caring Centers are located only in Casper.

Application Procedures: For Child and Adult Care Food Program participation, certified providers call the administrative office indicating their desire to enroll. The field representatives make a site visit for approval, and the provider fills out an application regarding their child care operation.