ESSENTIAL LIVING SUPPORT, LLC
Veteran-Owned | VA Approved Medical Foster Home | Certified Home Provider | BBB A- Rating | Fully Insured | Based in Cheyenne, Wyoming
Essential Living Support, LLC is a veteran-owned home- and community-based
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services provider located in Cheyenne, Wyoming. We deliver high-quality, person-centered care to Veterans and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) through a full continuum of services designed to support independence, dignity, safety, and meaningful engagement in daily life. Since our founding, our mission has remained consistent: to create a home-like environment where every individual is respected, valued, and given the opportunity to thrive, not just survive.
Founded and operated by Richard Brown Jr., MBA (Healthcare Management) and B.S. in Healthcare Administration, Essential Living Support combines professional healthcare expertise with lived experience, military discipline, and a deep personal commitment to community service. Richard is a U.S. Veteran with a Top Secret security clearance, a certified Shared Home Provider, and an experienced healthcare leader who has worked in multiple care settings, including state disability services, home care for Veterans, medical foster home support, and corporate healthcare roles supporting Fortune-level clients. His education, military background, and field experience form the foundation of the organization’s credibility, ethics, and focus on measurable quality care outcomes.
Essential Living Support, LLC officially began operations in Wyoming in 2023, growing from a single-client support model into a licensed, fully insured, multi-service care agency serving both VA-connected Veterans and individuals on Wyoming’s Developmental Disabilities Waiver. In 2024, the company earned VA approval to operate a Medical Foster Home, becoming the first of its kind in Cheyenne — a major milestone that reflects the trust and confidence of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in our care standards, safety policies, and service delivery model.
Who We Serve
• Veterans requiring long-term, home-based care rather than facility placement
• Adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) on the Wyoming DD Waiver
• Guardians, case managers, and family members seeking reliable, high-quality home supports
• Medicaid recipients and privately funded individuals needing daily living support
• Community partners looking for professional, insured, values-driven service providers
Core Services
• VA Medical Foster Home Care (24/7 residential support, meals, medical coordination, supervision, activities)
• Homemaker Services for Veterans
• Life Skills Development (budgeting, hygiene, money management, cooking, transportation, communication, etc.)
• Personal Care Services (ADLs, bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming, medication reminders, mobility support)
• Specialized Support (behavior support, adaptive skill training, emotional regulation, community integration)
• Social & Community Participation (events, outings, volunteering, recreational activities, clubs, etc.)
• 24/7 Respite Care for I/DD individuals
• Transportation for appointments, errands, and community access
• Full home care environment with a complete safety and security system including indoor and outdoor cameras
What Makes Us Different
✅ Veteran-Owned and Operated — we understand the culture, language, and needs of Veterans
✅ First VA-Approved Medical Foster Home in Cheyenne
✅ BBB A- Rating, fully insured, and compliant with all state and VA safety regulations
✅ High-touch, family-style care environment — not an institution, not a rotation-based staff model
✅ Professional leadership with MBA in Healthcare Management + B.S. in Healthcare Administration
✅ Real-world experience in disability services, Medicaid waiver programs, and home care
✅ Person-centered planning that honors personal choice, independence, and daily enjoyment
✅ Evidence-based care with measurable progress tracking and guardian/case manager collaboration
✅ Full home security system for 24/7 safety monitoring and peace of mind for families
✅ Strong community partnership network (gyms, aquatic centers, local charities, etc.)
Years in Business & Growth
Essential Living Support began operations in 2023 and has expanded steadily due to word-of-mouth, trusted partnerships, transparent communication, and a consistent track record of quality service delivery. In less than three years, the company has grown from one supported individual to multiple active services across Veterans, Medicaid waiver clients, and private-pay participants. As of 2025, the business continues to scale through website expansion, marketing, strategic partnerships, and state/federal contracting opportunities.
Technology, Systems & Professional Standards
• HIPAA-aligned data handling
• Secure records with medication logs, care plans, incident tracking
• 24/7 video-secured residential environment
• Policy-driven care operations for medication administration, emergency response, nutrition, infection control, behavioral support, and client rights
• Staff and provider training in CPR, First Aid, abuse/neglect prevention, MANDT, medication support, and trauma-informed care
Leadership Background
• MBA – Healthcare Management (2024)
• B.S. – Healthcare Administration / Healthcare Information Systems
• U.S. Veteran – Top Secret clearance
• Experience working for the Department of Child Protective Services, Microsoft data operations, and multiple healthcare providers
• Certified Shared Home Provider, approved VA Medical Foster Home Operator
