Johnson County
Department of Family Services
(307) 684-5513
381 N. Main, Buffalo, WY 82834
DFS provides child abuse investigations, adult protective services including assistance obtaining guardianship and referrals to appropriate community agencies, public benefits such as food and money assistance, emergency shelter, list of licensed daycare and providers, foster case services, services for special health care needs, youth and juvenile justice programs, and elder care services.
Statewide Resources
Legal Aid of Wyoming
Toll Free: 1-877-432-9955, 9am-4pm M-F
Legal Aid of Wyoming Inc. is a federally funded, non-profit law firm providing legal assistance to low income individuals living in Wyoming. Legal Aid provides representation in many, though not all, types of civil cases. Legal Aid of Wyoming cannot represent defendants in criminal cases.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Ombudsman Program
1-888-857-1942
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Ombudsman Program acts as a systems navigator and advocate for individuals, families, caregivers, providers, and community agencies who need assistance related to mental health and/or substance abuse. This program offers free state-wide services, which include providing information and education about available substance abuse and mental health resources, connecting people to needed services, assisting with concerns and complaints about substance abuse and mental health services, and collaborating with state and community entities to improve the quality of life for persons in need of substance abuse and/or mental health services .
Wyoming 2-1-1
Dial 2-1-1 for information or (888) 425-7138
2-1-1 is an easy-to-remember telephone number that connects callers, at no cost, to information about critical health and human services available in communities around Wyoming. Information and Referral Specialists are available to help you by calling 2-1-1 or cell phone users/PBX phone systems may need to dial 888-425-7138 Monday through Friday, during normal business hours.
Wyoming Children's Law Center
(307) 632-3614
710 E. Garfield St., #249
Laramie, WY 82070
Wyoming Children’s Law Center, Inc. focuses on legal matters that affect the health, education, safety or well-being of a child or adult with disabilities. Types of legal services include: education issues like suspension, expulsion or special education services; helping youth and vulnerable adults gain access to necessary services, resolving child custody disputes, court ordered mediation, acting as guardian ad litem for a minor child, guardianships, and supervised visitations. Please call to see how we may help you.
Wyoming Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault
(307) 755-5481
Through a collective voice, the Wyoming Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault is committed to provide leadership, education, and systems advocacy to advance social change and end violence.
Wyoming Veterans Commission
Wyoming Veteran's Hotline: (800) 833-5987
5800 Central Ave.
Cheyenne, WY 82009
Mailing Address:
5410 Bishop Blvd.
Cheyenne, WY 82009
Wyoming Veterans Commission Service Officers inform Veterans and Family Members about State and Federal Benefits. They assist Veterans with forms, claims, awards, records, VA Health Care and answer Veteran related questions.