Block Grant 2501WYEJPS

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Community Living awarded a $102,420 two-year block grant under the Elder Justice Act - Adult Protective Services (CFDA 93.698) program to the Wyoming Department of Family Services (Wyoming DFS). The grant, which runs from April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2027, is intended to enhance and improve coordinated systems of adult protective services for older adults and adults with disabilities across Wyoming. Key services funded through this block grant include investigating reports of abuse and exploitation, providing temporary safe havens for vulnerable adults, and connecting victims to critical support services. Wyoming DFS, the state government agency responsible for administering social services and public assistance programs, will utilize this federal funding to protect vulnerable populations from harm and ensure their safety and well-being through coordinated intervention and support across the state.