State Aging Agency
This agency has a wide range of services and referrals for seniors.
Wyoming Department of Health, Aging Division
http://www.health.wyo.gov/aging/index.html
800-442-2766
Local Area Aging Agencies can be found at the contacts above, or by visiting www.eldercare.gov or calling 800-677-1116.
State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)
SHIP offers free, one-on-one, local counseling to people with Medicare and their families.
Wyoming State Health Insurance Information Program
http://www.wyomingseniors.com/services/wyoming-state-health-insurance-information-program
800-856-4398
Local SHIP counselors can be found at the contact above, or by calling 800-677-1116, or visiting www.shiptalk.org or www.eldercare.gov.
State Long-Term Care Ombudsman
The statewide ombudsman program investigates and resolves complaints of older individuals in nursing and board and care homes, including assisted living facilities, and advocates to protect residents’ rights and ensure quality care.
Wyoming Senior Citizens, Inc
http://www.wyomingseniors.com/services/long-term-care-ombudsman
307-322-5553
State Insurance Commissioner
This office has information about insurance plans and costs. They often have special resources for seniors.
Wyoming Insurance Department
http://insurance.state.wy.us/
800-438-5768
State Medicaid Office
This office manages the state’s Medicaid program. They also handle Medicaid enrollment.
Wyoming Medicaid
http://wyequalitycare.acs-inc.com/
307-777-7531
State Prescription Assistance Program
A program to help you reduce the cost of your prescription drugs
Wyoming Prescription Drug Assistance Program
http://www.health.wyo.gov/healthcarefin/pharmacy/PDAP.html
800-438-5785
State Protection & Advocacy (P&A) Agency
This agency protects the legal rights of people with disabilities, including people on Medicaid.
Wyoming Protection & Advocacy System
http://www.wypanda.com/
800-624-7648
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Regional Office Outreach Campaign Manager
CMS Regional Offices play a key role in conducting outreach for the new Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit. Each office has a team dedicated to helping raise awareness and educate about the new coverage. Contact the regional campaign manager to learn more about local outreach events, schedule an event in your area or request outreach materials.
Region VIII - Denver
Campaign Manager: Mark Levine
303-844-7070
