Wyoming
- Family Empowerment Representatives
- Treatment and Research Centers
- State Agencies & Resources
- Parent Recommended Resources
Family Empowerment Representatives
Family Empowerment Representatives are volunteers who provide emotional support, information and resources to families affected by Rett syndrome. Contacting them should be your first step.
National Family Empowerment Representative
Samantha Brant – Family & Community Engagement Manager, International Rett Syndrome Foundation
[email protected] 1-913-221-8157
Treatment and Research Centers
Your child may be able to participate in studies and trials to advance treatment and knowledge of Rett syndrome. There are clinics specializing in Rett syndrome that can help you provide Rett-specific care for your child.
Clinical Trials
Rett syndrome clinical trials are available at various stages in the process. Please visit our Clinical Trial page for current enrollment status.
Clinics
Rett Clinic at Children's Hospital Colorado
Visit Rett Clinic at Children’s Hospital Colorado Website
The Rett Clinic at Children’s Colorado was established in 2011 thanks to a generous gift from the Rocky Mountain Rett Association. Many doctors and specialists come together to provide coordinated care and convenience for the child and family (about 14 providers are at the first appointment).
The Rett Clinic is located in the Multidisciplinary Clinic at Children’s Colorado, which means that the doctors and specialists come directly to the patient and family (and not the other way around) to provide streamlined care for children with complex needs. The clinic is led by Director, Dr. Tim Benke. For appointments, contact Tristen Dinkel, RN, Clinic Coordinator at [email protected] or call 720-777-4363.
State Agencies & Resources
Local Service Agencies
Developmental Disabilities Division of the Department of Health
Visit Developmental Disabilities Division of the Department of Health Website
[email protected]
UPLIFT Wyoming
Visit UPLIFT Wyoming Website
UPLIFT Wyoming provides advocacy and support for families of children with complex behavioral health challenges and other special health care needs.
Wyoming Institute for Disabilities (WIND)
Visit Wyoming Institute for Disabilities (WIND) Website
Wyoming Institute for Disabilities (WIND) assists individuals with developmental and other disabilities and their families by promoting and supporting full community inclusion, community membership, independence, productivity and social participation. WIND provides early intervention activities, training and technical assistance to professionals, research on disability issues and is home to the state assistive technology program and accessible instructional material coordinating center.
Accessible Tools for Leadership and Advocacy Success (ATLAS)
Visit Accessible Tools for Leadership and Advocacy Success (ATLAS) Website
Accessible Tools for Leadership and Advocacy Success (ATLAS) is a toolkit created by Genetic Alliance, Parent to Parent USA, and Family Voices that provides individuals with special healthcare needs and their families with tools and strategies to advocate for whatever they may need. Resources are grouped by category on the Advocacy ATLAS landing page.
State Medicaid
Medicaid/CHIP Application
Visit Medicaid/CHIP Application Website
This is the official website used to apply for Wyoming Department of Health Medicaid and Kid Care CHIP programs.
Supports Waiver and Comprehensive Waiver
Visit Supports Waiver and Comprehensive Waiver Website
1-800-510-0280
The website has many downloads with information about both waivers. The Application Guide details the application process.
Early Intervention
Early Intervention and Education Program
Visit Early Intervention and Education Program Website
1-307-777-6972
Wyoming Department of Health Early Intervention and Education Program ensures that services are provided to eligible children birth through 5 with Developmental Delays and disabilities.
Education
Special Education Information
Visit Special Education Information Website
1-307-777-3530
[email protected]
Conservatorship
Guardianship and Conservatorship Guide for Wyoming
View or Download the Guardianship and Conservatorship Guide for Wyoming
Handicap Placard
Application for handicap placard
Parent Recommended Resources
If you have favorite resources to share with others, please email that information and your experience to [email protected].
Legal Resources & Information
Protection & Advocacy System, Inc.
Visit Protection & Advocacy System, Inc. Website
1-307-632-3496
Additional Resources
Rocky Mountain Rett Association
Visit Rocky Mountain Rett Association Website
The Rocky Mountain Rett Association (RMRA) was founded for three reasons; to fund research for the development of treatments & cures for Rett Syndrome and related MeCP2 disorders, to support families suffering from Rett, and to raise awareness for Rett Syndrome.
Rocky Mountain Rett Association
PO Box 1294
Morrison, Colorado 80465
[email protected]