Laramie County
Through Parents as Teachers, you’ll be matched with a Family Support Specialist. They’ll meet with you monthly, in the comfort of your own home (or another location you prefer), to provide:
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Fun activities you can do as a family
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Developmental screenings
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Resources for your child’s development (sleep, nutrition, milestones, social emotional regulation, etc.)
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Resources for you as a caregiver (goal setting, mental health, family safety, etc.)
To request a visit, call (307) 823-1787 or send us an email.
Josie Brittain
Laramie County Program Supervisor
Born and raised in Wyoming, Josie has resided in Cheyenne since 2012. She earned her bachelor's degree from the University of Wyoming in Family and Consumer Sciences, with a focus on Professional Child Development.
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After many years of working with children and families, Josie joined the Parents as Teachers family in 2016. She has a strong passion for the program and the empowerment it brings to the families we serve.
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A mother of two boys, Josie enjoys traveling and spending time outdoors with her family.
Ellie Gardner
Family and Program Support Specialist
Ellie was raised in Wyoming and graduated from the University of Wyoming with a Business Management degree. Following graduation, she was fortunate to have the opportunity to have a year-long internship at Disneyworld!
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For the last 10 years, Ellie has worked in many different roles within the early childhood world, following her passion for helping parents see their potential in building strong relationships and guiding their children.
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In her free time, Ellie enjoys being with her dogs, as well as supporting the community by serving on the board for Community Action of Laramie County.
Meghan Carroll
Family Support Specialist
Meghan joins Parents as Teachers as Family Support Specialist for Laramie County. Meghan was raised in Middle Tennessee where she met her husband and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Middle Tennessee State University. Meghan and her family moved to Wyoming in 2022 for her husband’s career in the Air Force. She and her husband have three boys ages 5, 3, and 1. Meghan has worked with families and children in many different roles over the last 15 years. Outside of her professional work, Meghan enjoys reading, traveling, volunteering, and spending time with her family. Meghan is committed to making a positive impact on families by supporting them as they navigate parenting and strengthening family relationships.
Heather Adams
Family Support Specialist
Heather earned her Bachelor of Science in Child Development from Florida State University, with post-graduate emphasis in Infancy and Parenting.
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She enjoys working with diverse populations, and particularly enjoys helping parents recognize their strengths, helping them build on them, helping them understand their child's developmental changes, and how everything they do together has an impact on their relationship and their child's development.
Request a Visit
in Laramie County
We can’t wait to meet you and your family! To request a visit, call (307) 823-1787 or send us an email.