Housing Assistance for Seniors in Wyoming

Last updated: November 30, 2025

If You Need Emergency Help

• If you are in immediate danger, call 911.
• For a place to stay tonight or urgent housing help, call or text 211 or visit Wyoming 2-1-1.
• For domestic violence and shelter referrals, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-7233 (TTY 800-787-3224).
• For elder abuse/neglect (including unsafe living situations), contact Adult Protective Services via the Wyoming Department of Family Services or call 307-777-3602. After hours: contact local law enforcement.
• For a mental health crisis, call or text 988 (the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline).

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Key Takeaways

• Seniors in Wyoming can get help paying rent, finding affordable apartments, fixing and weatherizing their homes, and lowering property taxes.
• Start with these core programs: Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers, HUD Section 202 Senior Housing, USDA Rural Repair Grants (Section 504), Wyoming LIEAP (energy help), Weatherization Assistance, and county property tax relief.
• Call 211 if you’re not sure where to begin. They’ll match you to programs statewide.
• Many programs have waitlists and documentation requirements. Apply early and keep copies of everything.
• Use only official application sites or local agencies listed in this guide to avoid scams.

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What This Guide Covers

• How to find and apply for Wyoming rental assistance and senior apartments
• Help with energy bills and weatherization
• Grants and loans for home repairs and accessibility
• Property tax relief and homeowner protections
• Medicaid long-term care options that support living at home
• Special help for LGBTQ+ seniors, veterans, disabled seniors, tribal elders, and rural residents
• Regional resources and frequently asked questions

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Quick Program Snapshot

The table below summarizes the main programs used by Wyoming seniors for housing, repairs, and utility relief. Details and links follow.

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Wyoming Rental Help for Seniors

Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)

• What it is: A federal program that helps pay part of your rent to a private landlord.
• Who qualifies: Low-income households. Income limits vary by county and household size. Seniors and people with disabilities often get priority.
• How it works: You pay about 30% of your adjusted income for rent; the voucher covers the rest up to a local limit (the “payment standard”).
• Where to apply: Through a Public Housing Agency (PHA). Some Wyoming areas are served by local PHAs; areas without a local PHA may be served by a statewide or regional administrator.

Learn more and find Wyoming PHA contacts: HUD – PHA Contact Information (choose Wyoming)

Program info: HUD – Housing Choice Voucher Program

Reality check: Many PHAs have waitlists or are closed to new applicants at times. Ask to be notified when lists open and whether they offer preferences (age/disability, homeless, local residency).

Public Housing

• What it is: Apartments owned/managed by housing authorities, including some senior-designated buildings.
• Cost: Rent is typically about 30% of your adjusted income.
• How to apply: Contact your local PHA.

Details: HUD – Public Housing Program

HUD Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly

• What it is: Affordable, age 62+ apartments funded by HUD, often with on-site service coordination and accessibility features.
• How to find units: Use the HUD Resource Locator to search for “Elderly” or “Senior” properties in Wyoming and contact the property directly about availability and waitlists.

Program info: HUD – Section 202 program

Tip: Ask properties whether they accept vouchers and if they have accessible units or service coordinators who can help with benefits.

USDA Rural Rental Housing (including Rental Assistance)

• What it is: Affordable apartments in rural towns with income-based rent; some properties offer additional rental assistance.
• Where to look: Search by city or ZIP at USDA’s property database: USDA Multi-Family Property Search. Filter for “Elderly” where available.

Program info: USDA Rural Development – Multi-Family Housing

Reality check: Many rural properties are small and fill up fast. Put your name on multiple waitlists.

Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing

• Continuum of Care (CoC): Funds shelter, prevention, and rapid re-housing. Wyoming is served by a balance-of-state CoC.
• Where to start: Call Wyoming 2-1-1 for the nearest coordinated entry site and shelter resources.
• National directory: HUD – CoC Contacts

Fair Housing and Reasonable Accommodations

• Your rights: Discrimination by age is not covered, but protections include disability, race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, and familial status. Disability protections allow you to request reasonable accommodations (e.g., live-in aide, service animal, reserved parking).
• How to act: Put requests in writing, keep copies.
• File a complaint: HUD – File a Fair Housing Complaint

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Help with Energy Bills, Weatherization, and Utilities

Wyoming LIEAP (Low-Income Energy Assistance Program)

• What it is: Help with winter heating costs, including crisis assistance.
• Who qualifies: Income-based; household size and fuel type matter. Homeowners and renters can apply.
• Where to apply: See state contact info via HHS LIHEAP: Wyoming LIHEAP Contacts and the Wyoming Department of Family Services: DFS – Assistance Programs.

Note: Apply early in the season. Crisis funds are limited.

Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)

• What it is: Free home energy improvements (insulation, air sealing, furnace safety checks, sometimes appliance repairs) that cut bills and make your home safer.
• Works for: Homeowners and renters (with landlord permission). Priority often for seniors and people with disabilities.
• Find the Wyoming administering agency and local providers: DOE – WAP State Contacts

General program info: DOE – Weatherization Assistance Program

Water and Sewer Bill Help

• There is no ongoing federal water assistance program at this time. Ask your local city or water utility about customer assistance, discount plans, or payment arrangements. 211 can help locate local programs.

Phone and Internet Discounts

• Lifeline: A federal discount on phone or internet service for low-income households. Apply and check providers at FCC – Lifeline.
• Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP): Funding ended in 2024. Some providers offer their own low-cost plans—ask your carrier or check 211.

Energy and Utilities Programs at a Glance

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Home Repair, Accessibility, and Staying in Your Home

USDA Section 504 Home Repair Loans and Grants

• What it is: Help for critical home repairs and hazard removal.
• Grants: Up to $10,000 for homeowners age 62+ who cannot repay a loan; must be used to remove health/safety hazards; if you sell the home within 3 years, you must repay the grant.
• Loans: Up to $40,000 at 1% interest, up to 20 years.
• Who qualifies: Very low-income homeowners living in rural areas.
• Where to apply: USDA – Section 504 Home Repair. State office: USDA Rural Development Wyoming.

Tips:

• These funds are limited and competitive. Get estimates and photos of issues (roof leaks, unsafe wiring, failed septic) ready.
• Manufactured homes may be eligible if on a permanent foundation and you own the land—confirm with USDA.

Weatherization and Minor Repairs

Weatherization (see above) can tackle drafty windows, insulation, and furnace safety. It’s free and can stretch your budget for years.

Accessibility and Safety Modifications

• Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) sometimes fund small home modifications (grab bars, ramps) using Older Americans Act funds or local grants. Find local AAA help via the Eldercare Locator or the Wyoming Aging Division: Wyoming Aging Division – Community Living.
• Wyoming Home Services (WyHS): Provides in-home support (homemaking, personal care, chore services) to help you remain at home; contact the Aging Division to find local providers: Wyoming Home Services (WyHS).

Veterans’ Home Modification Grants (VA)

• Specially Adapted Housing (SAH) and Special Housing Adaptation (SHA): Grants for service-connected disabilities that require housing adaptations (e.g., wheelchair ramps, bathroom modifications). Maximum amounts adjust annually (FY2024 SAH max $117,014;SHAmax$23,444—check current amounts).
• HISA Grants: Home Improvement and Structural Alterations—up to $6,800forservice-connecteddisabilitiesorupto$2,000 for certain non-service-connected cases.
• Learn more and apply: VA – Disability Housing Grants and VA – HISA.

Repair and Accessibility Programs Summary

Reality check: Grants for major repairs are competitive. If you can combine programs—e.g., Weatherization + USDA 504—you may address more needs over time.

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Property Tax Relief and Help for Homeowners

Wyoming offers several forms of relief, but they change year-to-year based on state and county decisions. Always verify with your county office.

Wyoming Property Tax Refund Program

• What it is: A state-run refund for qualifying homeowners with income/asset limits.
• Status and application windows vary each year; deadlines matter.
• Learn more: Visit the Wyoming Department of Revenue and look for “Property Tax Refund Program”: Wyoming Department of Revenue and ask your County Treasurer.

Property Tax Deferral

• Some Wyoming counties offer deferral of part or all of your property taxes (often for seniors/disabled), with repayment later (e.g., when the property transfers). Not all counties participate.
• Ask your County Treasurer about local deferral options and requirements.

Veterans’ Property Tax Exemption

• Qualifying veterans and certain surviving spouses may receive an exemption (commonly a reduction in assessed value).
• Details and how to apply: Check the Department of Revenue and your County Assessor: Wyoming Department of Revenue – Property Tax.

Foreclosure Avoidance and Counseling

• HUD-approved housing counselors can help with mortgage hardship, forbearance, and loss-mitigation options at no cost.
• Find a counselor: HUD – Housing Counseling Agency Search

Property Tax and Homeowner Relief Overview

Reality check: These programs often have strict deadlines and require proof of income, assets, residency, and age or veteran status. Start early.

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Assisted Living, Nursing Homes, and In‑Home Support

Wyoming Medicaid – Community Choices Waiver (CCW)

• What it is: A Medicaid waiver that helps eligible seniors get services at home or in the community instead of entering a nursing home (personal care, homemaker services, case management, sometimes home modifications and respite).
• Who qualifies: Clinical need for a nursing home level of care and financial eligibility for Medicaid.
• Where to get details: Wyoming Medicaid – Long Term Care and Community Choices Waiver.

Nursing Home Medicaid

• If you require full-time nursing facility care, standard Medicaid can cover the cost for eligible individuals. Contact Wyoming Medicaid or a benefits counselor to review eligibility and estate recovery rules.

Medicare Benefits Counseling (SHIP)

• Get free, unbiased help with Medicare, Medigap, Medicare Advantage, and Part D from the Wyoming State Health Insurance Assistance Program.
• Contact: Wyoming SHIP

Tip: If you’re choosing between assisted living, in-home care, or a nursing facility, talk to SHIP and your local AAA. They can explain costs, coverage, and application steps.

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How to Apply: Simple Steps

1. Call 211 to map your options.
2. Gather documents: photo ID, Social Security numbers, proof of income, bank statements, lease or deed, utility bills, proof of disability or veteran status (if applicable).
3. Prioritize by urgency: safety repairs and loss of housing come first (USDA 504, Weatherization, CoC/ERA-type resources, emergency shelter).
4. Get on waitlists: Section 8, Section 202, and USDA rural properties often require waitlists. Apply to several at once.
5. Track everything: Keep copies of forms, letters, and confirmation numbers. Ask for a receipt when you submit an application.
6. Reapply seasonally: LIEAP and some county programs open/close each year.
7. Ask for reasonable accommodations if you need help with forms due to disability. It’s your right under fair housing laws.

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Special Considerations and Inclusive Resources

LGBTQ+ Seniors

• Housing discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity is illegal under federal fair housing rules. File complaints through HUD: Fair Housing Complaint.
• For affirming services and referrals, ask your AAA or 211 to connect you to inclusive providers. If you encounter bias, document it and seek help from fair housing agencies.

Veteran Seniors

• Use VA home modification grants (SAH/SHA/HISA) and ask PHAs about veteran preferences.
• For housing stability and homelessness prevention, contact VA Homeless Programs or a local VA medical center: VA Homeless Veterans.
• Wyoming county veteran service officers can help with applications—ask your county or visit Wyoming Veterans Commission.

Disabled Seniors

• Request reasonable accommodations (e.g., extended deadlines, accessible units, live-in aides) from landlords and housing authorities.
• For home modifications, combine Weatherization, USDA 504, AAA funds, and VA grants if eligible.

Tribal Elders (Wind River Reservation)

• Contact local tribal housing authorities and services for elder-specific help. For federal tribal housing programs and contacts, visit HUD’s Office of Native American Programs (Northern Plains): HUD ONAP – Northern Plains.
• Tribal LIHEAP may be available through your tribe. See HHS tribal LIHEAP contacts: LIHEAP Tribal Contacts.

Rural Seniors

• USDA Rural Development is key for rural rentals and repairs. Start with the state office: USDA Rural Development Wyoming.
• Transportation to appointments can be a barrier; ask your AAA about ride programs and check with your county’s senior center.

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Resources by Region (Statewide and Local Starting Points)

Tip: For city-specific housing authority contacts (Cheyenne, Casper, Laramie, Gillette, Rock Springs, Sheridan, etc.), use HUD’s PHA directory and select Wyoming: PHA Contacts.

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Common Roadblocks and How to Handle Them

• Long waitlists: Apply to multiple properties and programs at once; update your contact info with each office so you don’t lose your place.
• Paperwork and proofs: Make a checklist. If you can’t get a document, ask the agency what alternatives they accept.
• Scams: Never pay for an application for federal/state benefits. Use the official links in this guide.
• Accessibility needs: Put reasonable accommodation requests in writing; keep copies and dates.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. How do I get on Section 8 (Housing Choice Voucher) in Wyoming?
   Apply through a local PHA. If your area does not have a local PHA, a regional or statewide administrator may handle vouchers. Use HUD’s directory and choose Wyoming: PHA Contacts. Ask about waitlist status and preferences for seniors or people with disabilities.
2. Where can I find senior-only apartments?
   Search the HUD Resource Locator and filter for senior/elderly properties (Section 202 and other HUD-assisted senior housing). Also search USDA rural elderly properties at the USDA Multi-Family Property Search.
3. I heat with propane or wood. Can LIEAP help?
   Yes, Wyoming’s LIEAP can assist many fuel types, including propane. Benefit levels vary. Start with HHS’ LIHEAP state page: Wyoming LIHEAP Contacts and the Wyoming Department of Family Services.
4. My home needs a roof and electrical work. Are there grants?
   For seniors 62+ with very low income, USDA’s Section 504 may offer grants up to $10,000forhealth/safetyrepairsand1$40,000. Learn more at USDA Section 504. Weatherization may address some energy-related issues: DOE – WAP.
5. What if my landlord won’t allow a grab bar or ramp?
   You may have the right to a reasonable modification under fair housing laws. Put your request in writing, offer to pay if required (some programs may cover the cost), and keep copies. If refused, contact HUD: Fair Housing Complaint or seek help from Legal Aid: Legal Aid of Wyoming.
6. Are there property tax breaks for Wyoming seniors?
   Possibly. The State’s Property Tax Refund Program opens seasonally and counties may offer tax deferrals. Veterans may qualify for an exemption. Check with your County Treasurer/Assessor and the Wyoming Department of Revenue.
7. Does Medicare pay for home modifications?
   Generally no. But Medicaid (through the Community Choices Waiver) may help with certain modifications for eligible seniors. See Wyoming Medicaid – Long Term Care. VA grants can also help qualifying veterans: VA Housing Grants.
8. How do I avoid eviction?
   Call 211 immediately, contact your landlord to set up a payment plan, and seek legal help. See Legal Aid of Wyoming. Look for emergency rental resources through your local CoC via 211.
9. I live in a manufactured home. Am I eligible for repair help?
   Yes, possibly. USDA Section 504 can help if the home is on a permanent foundation and you own the home and the land. Confirm details with USDA: USDA Section 504.
10. Where can I get unbiased help sorting all of this out?
    Call 211, contact your local AAA via the Eldercare Locator, and consider a HUD-approved housing counselor: Find a Counselor.

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Sources and Official References

• HUD Wyoming: https://www.hud.gov/states/wyoming
• HUD PHA Contacts (select Wyoming): https://www.hud.gov/program_offices/public_indian_housing/pha/contacts
• HUD Resource Locator (find senior housing): https://resources.hud.gov/
• HUD Section 202 Supportive Housing: https://www.hud.gov/program_offices/housing/mfh/progdesc/eld202
• HUD Housing Choice Voucher Program: https://www.hud.gov/topics/housing_choice_voucher_program_section_8
• USDA Rural Development – Wyoming: https://www.rd.usda.gov/wy
• USDA Section 504 Home Repair: https://www.rd.usda.gov/programs-services/single-family-housing-repair-loans-grants
• USDA Rural Multi-Family Property Search: https://rdmfhrentals.sc.egov.usda.gov
• HHS LIHEAP – Wyoming: https://www.acf.hhs.gov/ocs/map/WY
• Wyoming Department of Family Services: https://dfs.wyo.gov/
• DOE WAP State Contacts (for WY): https://www.energy.gov/scep/wap/wap-state-contacts
• Wyoming Aging Division (AAAs, WyHS, SHIP): https://health.wyo.gov/aging/
• Wyoming SHIP (Medicare counseling): https://health.wyo.gov/aging/ship/
• Wyoming Department of Revenue (Property Tax Programs): https://revenue.wyo.gov/
• HUD Fair Housing Complaint: https://www.hud.gov/program_offices/fair_housing_equal_opp/online-complaint
• HUD Housing Counseling: https://www.hud.gov/findacounselor
• VA Disability Housing Grants: https://www.va.gov/housing-assistance/disability-housing-grants/
• VA HISA: https://www.prosthetics.va.gov/hisa.asp
• Eldercare Locator (find local AAA): https://eldercare.acl.gov/Public/Index.aspx
• Wyoming 2-1-1: https://wyoming211.org/
• Legal Aid of Wyoming: https://www.lawyoming.org/
• HUD CoC Contacts (for homelessness services): https://www.hudexchange.info/programs/coc/coc-contact-information/
• FCC Lifeline: https://www.fcc.gov/lifeline-consumers

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Disclaimer

Program details, amounts, and eligibility rules can change. Always confirm with the official agency or program before applying. This guide provides general information and is not legal or financial advice.

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About This Guide

by the GrantsForSeniors.org Editorial Team

The GrantsForSeniors.org editorial team has been building benefit and assistance resources for seniors nationwide since 2020. We research programs across all 50 states by reviewing government websites, checking agency updates, and gathering information from available sources.

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• Experience & Expertise: The information in this guide is compiled and reviewed by a team with experience in senior services and financial aid programs. We are committed to sharing our knowledge to help you find the support you need.
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While we work hard to provide the most accurate information available, please note that program details and eligibility requirements can change. We recommend always checking with the official program source or agency website for the most current information, as we are not official agencies but rather compile available information.

• Last Updated: August 2025
• Sources Verified: August 2025
• Next Review: February 2026

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