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Ombudsman

If you have a complaint concerning your case and want to talk to someone about it, please contact the DFS Ombudsman, Clint Hanes, via email at clint.hanes1@wyo.gov or by calling 307-777-6597.

If you have a complaint concerning your case and want to talk to someone about it, please contact the DFS Ombudsman, Clint Hanes, via email at clint.hanes1@wyo.gov or by calling 307-777-6597.

If you have a concern about your case and want to talk to someone about it, please contact the DFS Ombudsman, Clint Hanes, via email at clint.hanes1@wyo.gov or by calling 307-777-6597.

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WYOSAFE 202408

DFS Introduces New Case Management System (WYOSAFE) in September
The Wyoming System for Adult and Family Engagement (WYOSAFE) replaced the agency's current case management system, WYCAPS. The system went live on September 1, 2024. 
For more information, click here.

DFS Introduces New Case Management System (WYOSAFE) in September
The Wyoming System for Adult and Family Engagement (WYOSAFE) replaced the agency's current case management system, WYCAPS. The system went live on September 1, 2024. 
For more information, click here.

DFS Introduces New Case Management System (WYOSAFE) in September
The Wyoming System for Adult and Family Engagement (WYOSAFE) replaced the agency's current case management system, WYCAPS. The system went live on September 1, 2024. 
For more information, click here.

DFS Strategic Plan

To view the Department of Family Services' 3 Year Strategic Plan, please click here.

To view the Department of Family Services' 3 Year Strategic Plan, please click here.

To view the Department of Family Services' 3 Year Strategic Plan, please click here.

ECARES

The Early Childcare Access Resources and Eligibility System (ECARES) Project is underway! The Department of Family Services is developing a new, fully integrated early childhood system, called ECARES. Key features of the system include improved family and provider resources, advanced search tools, mobile availability, and training supports.
Go Live for this system is set to take place in the Spring of 2025!

The Early Childcare Access Resources and Eligibility System (ECARES) Project is underway! The Department of Family Services is developing a new, fully integrated early childhood system, called ECARES. Key features of the system include improved family and provider resources, advanced search tools, mobile availability, and training supports.
Go Live for this system is set to take place in the Spring of 2025!

The Early Childcare Access Resources and Eligibility System (ECARES) Project is underway! The Department of Family Services is developing a new, fully integrated early childhood system, called ECARES. Key features of the system include improved family and provider resources, advanced search tools, mobile availability, and training supports.
Go Live for this system is set to take place in the Spring of 2025!

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