When most people hear “developmental screening,” they picture a checklist looking for problems. A test a child can fail. Something to worry about. At the Child Development Center, we see it differently. A screening isn’t just a search for what’s off track. Just as often, it’s a chance to confirm what parents already suspect: that
It’s 4:45 on a Tuesday, and you just got the email: tryouts start Monday, and the coach needs a signed physical form before your kid can step on the field. You call the pediatrician’s office. The earliest appointment is three weeks out. Sound familiar? It’s not just sports physicals. It’s the cough that’s lingered a
Families across our community know the challenge all too well: your child needs care, but appointments are hard to find, wait times are long, and urgent care or the ER can feel overwhelming for non-emergency needs. This growing care gap leaves parents stuck between waiting it out or seeking care that may not be designed with kids
The Evolution of Pediatric Care: More Services, Less Waiting In the busy life of a family, when a child suddenly needs attention—whether it’s a stubborn cold or a minor tumble—time and convenience is everything. The Child Development Center’s (CDC+) Quick Care has always offered fast, friendly appointments for common illnesses. Now, we’re taking our commitment
Meet Amanda Harwell, CDC+ Quick Care’s Newest Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) At the Child Development Center, we believe local care should mean the highest level of expertise. That’s why we are thrilled to introduce the newest member of our Quick Care team, a certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) who is passionate about serving the Casper
At the Child Development Center (CDC) in Casper, Wyoming, we believe every child deserves the chance to thrive. That’s why we’re growing with our community, building it forward, block by block, to better serve children and families across Wyoming. About the CDC For decades, the CDC has been a trusted resource for families, offering
Your Go-To for School Sports Physicals The new school year is just around the corner, and for many families in Casper, that means one thing: sports season is about to kick off! As you gather new equipment and practice gear, don’t let a crucial task fall to the bottom of your to-do list. A
Child Development Center’s New CDC+ Pediatric Quick Care As a parent in Casper, you know that sniffles, sore throats, and sudden fevers don’t wait for a convenient time. When your child isn’t feeling well, you need fast, reliable care that understands the unique needs of little ones. That’s why the Child Development Center is thrilled
The Child Development Center (CDC) of Natrona County was recently honored with the prestigious Daniels Fund Medal of Excellence Award, recognizing its outstanding contributions to children and families in Wyoming.
The Child Development Center of Natrona County is excited to announce that, beginning February 1, 2025, the CDC Quick Care will be open to the public for children ages 3 months to 21 years.
Child Development Center Launches First School-Based Quick Care in Natrona County The Child Development Center of Natrona County has officially opened the county’s first-ever school-based Quick Care facility. Launched on September 4th, the CDC Quick Care offers convenient medical services for common childhood illnesses like respiratory infections, sore throats, earaches, sinus infections, cold and flu
In the 2023 legislative session, legislation passed that would provide support and safety to pregnant women who have experienced or are currently experiencing substance abuse issues while pregnant. The Wyoming Plan of Safe Care, according to the bill itself is “an act relating to public health and safety; requiring health care providers to develop plans
For over 50 years the Child Development Centers (CDCs) across the state have served children with early intervention services, preschool, family service coordination, and more. Each year thousands of Wyoming’s children that have a diagnosis or show a developmental delay are served by the CDCs. Should a child show a delay in speech/language, gross and
Natrona County is home to so many different organizations that exist to take care of the county’s children and adolescents. The Child Development Center is one of those organizations but oftentimes, those who could benefit from the services of CDC don’t even know what those services are. The Child Development Center is, at its core,
The Child Development Center of Natrona County has expanded its CDC+ services to include an expansive pediatric audiology program. Leading this program is Kalley Ellis, AuD, CCC-A. Ellis, a native of Idaho and Utah, received her undergraduate degree from Utah State University, and her Doctorate of Audiology from Idaho State University. She spent her entire
Ellie woke up today with a smile on her face. Every week, Ellie gets to spend time with one of her favorite people, Miss Claire, a certified Speech Language Pathologist at CDC+. Miss Claire not only helps Ellie read better, but she also helps her comprehend and retain what she is reading. That’s because Ellie
Parents of children who have difficulty eating are faced with a difficult and puzzling challenge! CDC+ is now offering assessment and treatment for children with feeding difficulties. If your child has 3 or more of the following “red flags”, he/she may benefit from feeding therapy. • Poor weight gain (percentiles falling) or weight loss
It started with a story- a new dad in a waiting room, scared for the future of his newly-born, premature son. He was desperate, confused and utterly terrified. That is, he was until he came across a little girl who took his hand, looked him in the eye and told him that everything would be
“Mommy, read me a story.” She pulled a book from the shelf in her childhood bedroom and begged you to read it to her. It was Alice in Wonderland, your favorite from when you were a little girl. You smile, take the book and lie down next to her on the too-small bed. You turn
Things just keep getting more and more exciting around here! CDC+ NOW offers reading coaches (trained therapists) for elementary children grades 2nd-5th! CDC+ is hosting a reading program for kiddos who need a little extra help in reading and comprehension. Your child will have a language/reading evaluation administered by a Speech Language Pathologist. The results of the evaluation will determine the
The Child Development Center (CDC) has served children in the community and surrounding areas for over 52 years. Services include free developmental screenings, special education services, Early Intervention Services to include speech, occupational and physical therapy, and a NAEYC accredited preschool for children with and without special needs. On average the CDC serves 430
A key factor in the development of children is the ability to hear the world around them. The Child Development Center (CDC) recognized this and previously hosted a clinic once a month for three days for children from all over the state to take part in. They then offered early hearing detection and follow-up care
CDC has been a huge part of our lives since my daughter was 3 months old. Ayva was born on February 12, 2014. The following day after she was born a nurse walked into my room to inform me “your baby failed the hearing screening, come back in 7 days and we will retest her.”
When Josh and Megan Propp got the call, they were…surprised to say the least. The couple were looking into adoption and, while they spent years planning and preparing themselves to welcome a new child into their little family, they were not ready for what life was about to offer. “Our adoption agency contacted us and
The goal of the Child Development Center of Natrona County is to not only provide support for the children and families they serve, but to provide outreach, tools, and services to the community as a whole. Because of this, CDC is proud to announce a new monthly outreach, entitled PATH (Parents Achieving Training and Hope).
Jordan was born 7 weeks early. He struggled to breathe for 7 hours and was intubated and flown to Denver. He spent 2 months in the NICU. He was born a fighter. His first seizure was at 2 months old right after he was finally sent home. It wasn’t the first diagnosis he had, and
For more than 50 years, the Child Development Center of Natrona County has been serving the needs of the community. Throughout the years, CDC has constantly grown and evolved to become one of the community’s biggest resources for a variety of subjects. Recently, CDC has made even more changes to their services, all of which
And so began the story of Nancy and her son Jay. Nancy was a young mother in the summer of 1965. When Jay was born, Nancy and her husband already had 2 children. Jay wasn’t necessarily planned, but he wasn’t unwelcome, either. When Nancy first opened her eyes and laid them on Jay, she fell
