Regency Retirement Residence

Overview of Regency Retirement Residence

Serving residents 55 and older, Regency Retirement Residence is an independent living community in Laramie, Wyoming. It’s distinguished by its non-profit structure and resident-governed approach, creating a home that’s truly shaped by those residing there. Located on East Sheridan Street about two miles from Laramie’s city center, the community sits within easy reach of Altitude Medical Center, just under a third of a mile away. This can be convenient for medical appointments.

The one-story building offers one and two-bedroom floor plans, spanning from 742 to 1,204 square feet, with room to make each space your own. Every unit comes with a full-sized kitchen, a patio for outdoor time, and central air. Residents benefit from thoughtfully landscaped gardens and inviting communal spaces where connections happen naturally. An optional meal program runs all weekdays, and the facility coordinates a calendar of activities and services made to enrich daily life. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 47, so some nearby services are reachable on foot, though a car is needed for most outings. Pets are welcome. In keeping with its commitment to aging in place, the Regency Retirement Residence has announced plans for a 30-unit assisted living wing, mirroring its intention to support occupants as their needs evolve.

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Walk Score: 47 / 100 Rank #28 / 51Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 28th out of 51 homes we track in Wyoming for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Wyoming facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Wyoming that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

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What does this home offer?

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Minimum Age: 55 Years Old

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 742 / 783 / 843 / 892 / 1,041 - 1,204 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Regency Retirement Residence

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Places of interest near Regency Retirement Residence

Address 2.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Laramie's city center to Regency Retirement Residence's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.31 miles to nearest hospital (Altitude Medical Center)

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Info below is compiled from the WY Dept. of Health (WDH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Regency Retirement Residence
IL
Laramie-Yes
47
Facility 47
WY AVG 47
Rank #28 / 51
1 Bed / 2 Bed
Grand Villa Apartments
IL
AL
MC
RC
Laramie-Yes
32
Facility 32
WY AVG 47
Rank #39 / 51
1 Bed / 2 Bed
Legacy Laramie Senior Residences
IL
Laramie-Yes
26
Facility 26
WY AVG 47
Rank #42 / 51
1 Bed / 2 Bed

Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Wyoming

Regency Retirement Residence is located in Laramie, Wyoming.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Wyoming.

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Community Choices Waiver

WY Medicaid CCW

Age 65+ or disabled
General Wyoming resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
WY

Sparse population; rural access focus.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Wyoming Home Services

WY Home Services

Age 60+
General Wyoming resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
WY

Limited funding; rural emphasis.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

Wyoming OAA Services

Age 60+
General WY resident; no income/asset limits.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WY

Includes Meals on Wheels; serves ~10,000 annually; rural emphasis.

Benefits
Meals (~$5-$7/meal) Transportation Homemaker services (~4 hours/week) Respite (~5 days/year) Legal aid

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Wyoming Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General WY resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
WY

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)

Wyoming LIEAP

Age 60+ prioritized
General WY resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WY

Covers gas, electric, wood; emergency aid available; serves ~15,000 households.

Benefits
Heating aid ($300-$1,000/season) Emergency aid ($500 max)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Wyoming National Family Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; WY resident; 2+ ADLs.
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WY

Covers Big Horn, Carbon, Converse, Fremont, Goshen, Hot Springs, Laramie, Natrona, Washakie; serves ~1,000 annually.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Wyoming VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General WY resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth
WY

High rural veteran use; supports care costs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Property Tax Refund Program

Wyoming Property Tax Refund Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General WY resident 5+ years, homeowner/renter, paid property taxes/rent.
Income Limits (2025) ~$22,500/year (individual in high-cost counties), ~$18,000 (low-cost); $36,000/$28,800 (couples).
Asset Limits Not assessed beyond income.
WY

Refunds up to $900 (homeowners) or 50% rent paid; serves ~5,000 annually.

Benefits
Tax refund (~$200-$900/year avg.)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Wyoming SFMNP

Age 60+
General WY resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WY

Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~5,000 annually.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

Frequently Asked Questions about Regency Retirement Residence

Is Regency Retirement Residence in a walkable area?

Regency Retirement Residence has a walk score of 47. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are pets allowed at Regency Retirement Residence?

Yes, Regency Retirement Residence allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of Regency Retirement Residence?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Regency Retirement Residence in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Regency Retirement Residence?

Regency Retirement Residence is located at 2621 E Sheridan St, Laramie, WY 82070.

What is the phone number of Regency Retirement Residence?

(307) 742-6366 will put you in contact with the team at Regency Retirement Residence.

Does Regency Retirement Residence provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — Regency Retirement Residence is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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