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A new name, the same heartfelt commitment For years, our organization has gone by the name Community Entry Services. Starting September 22, 2026, we’re introducing a new name and a new look: CareVi, pronounced Care-VEE, rhyming with tree. This change is more than a new logo. It’s a clearer way to share who we are and who we serve. Why We’re Changing Our Name Research indicated that our previous name (Community Entry Services) often caused confusion. It didn’t fully capture

CES client Jordan Yager with David Suzanka and Tim Stong from CWC's 7 brides for 7 brothers' play CES Client Jordan Yager has been involved with Central Wyoming College's theater productions for several years now. He's helped with sales, hospitality, behind the scenes production and more. Just this past year he's been an integral part of the production of shows that include "Bright Star", "7 Brides for 7 brothers" and the recent show called "Dummy Hoy" : the story of the fir

Lynette enjoyed the recent LVHS football game with her cousin Harold Hopkin (right). Long time client of Lander's Gary Hudson center, Lynette loves cheering on the Lander Tigers There's always a client or two cheering on the Lander Tigers when they have home games at Lander Valley High School. This past weekend was no exception as Lynette and her cousin attended the game between the Tigers and Powell. Maximizing independence is lived out through encouraging clients to go out

Providing wheelchair assessible transportation is one of the core services CES provides for our community to help them live as independent and normal lives as possible Matt Andersen, Medical Appointment Professional, helps roll Angel into one of our ramp equiped minivans Even the mundane, everyday ordinary things of life are complicated when you are in a wheelchair. Like going to church! Angel expressed interest in going to Holy Rosary Church in Lander. That's when Matt And

Sisters Roxanne and Karla are served by CES in Jackson Sisters together at CES in Jackson WY: Karla (left) and Roxanne. Each adult with intellectual or developmental disabilities at CES' Jackson hole center is different. Roxanne, the older sister, has several jobs around town including at the Hospital and a local theater. Her sister, Karla, isn't quite independent enough for work but spends her days sewing, knitting and enjoys coloring in the day-habilitation center in Jacks

Updated: Jul 17, 2025 When someone says "adults with disabilities" the stereotypical image tends to be of someone in a wheelchair who is nonverbal. Gary has worked for TLS for 7 years, pleasing owner Stephan Abrams (center) with his good attitude and also his work ethic. But there is actually a wide spectrum of people who fit into the Federal Government's criteria for disabilities. Gary Endecott is one example. He has been working in various jobs around Jackson Hole, WY for o

Since 1975 Community Entry Services has become known for helping people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We ALSO care for people who face catastrophic injuries that leave them dealing with traumatic brain injury and a long recovery plan. Like local Fremont county resident LeLand Fightingbear. Leland with a vinyl copy of his Grandfather's music. He comes from a family of respected singers. For nearly 40 years Leland was living the dream as a successful cowbo

St. Valentine’s Day is usually about celebrating the love we have for people close to us. And all love starts with a deep appreciation of the dignity of the beloved, whether they be a spouse, sweetheart, classmate or friend. Fifty years ago Gary Hudson, the founder of Community Entry Services, had a dream of treating institutionalized adults with intellectual and physical disabilities with dignity as beloved friends and neighbors. Dignity starts with a name. Like “Skip”, who

Meet David Dempster's brother and legal guardian Jake. David has Wolf-Hirschhorn syndrome and has been at Community Entry Services since he was 21 years old. CES has helped provide David with a sense of independence, community, and fulfillment. To learn more about CES and make a donation, visit ces-usa.com .

This May, we are delighted to introduce you to Patrick Dahlke. Patrick has been with us at CES Riverton since 2000 and began in Casper, Wyoming. He has been employed several times in Casper and has worked in Riverton in the community also. Some of those experiences were Riverton Livestock Auctions, Yardwork, Janitorial, Kmart, and Taco Johns. He is not currently employed due to his head injury located in the frontal lobe of his brain that affects his sense of smell and impu

Updated: Mar 21, 2023 How long have you been at CES Riverton? “I have been here for 8 years. I started while in school in 2013, then left in 2015, and came back in 2016 and have been here since” Where do you work? “I am currently employed by Boot Barn and Small World DayCare!” What is your favorite part/activity/thing about CES? “I get to hang out with friends, quilt with my friends, go swimming, go out to eat, go into the community. I like how CES teaches me new skills becau

Updated: Mar 20, 2023 MaryJo Hauck has been a part of CES Riverton for all 33 years of her life so far! Are you employed locally? MaryJo is currently employed by Smiths Grocery Store as a courtesy clerk. "I have worked there since October 10, 2008. I love my job and my favorite thing about my job is getting paid and working with people who love me. I gather carts and trash, put items back that people decide they don't want, bag groceries, and clean restrooms. My favorite tas

At all three of our CES locations, giving our clients ample opportunities to recreate is incredibly important to us. These activities not only offer a fun time, but they also empower individuals and provide life long skills. Gary biking at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort! Bowling with the team! Community Entry Services encourages participation and explorations of leisure time activities for all of the individuals served. Personal interests are identified and developed by the per