The Wyoming Plans of Safe Care initiative is a statewide effort to promote a multidisciplinary approach to supporting pregnant women who experience substance use and their babies. The ultimate goal is ensuring families have the support needed to ensure a greater likelihood of family stability and reduce separation of mother and baby.
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Frequently asked questions
For additional context about Plans of Safe Care's organization, please review the following frequently asked questions.
What is a Plan of Safe Care (PoSC)?
A Plan of Safe Care (PoSC) is a personalized plan that connects families with the services, resources, and support they need to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of infants affected by prenatal substance exposure. Every plan is tailored to the family’s unique needs and helps create a strong network of care and support.
Who is involved in developing a Plan of Safe Care?
A Plan of Safe Care is created by a team of professionals working together with the family. The goal is to ensure infants and caregivers receive coordinated support before and after birth. Ideally, planning starts during pregnancy and continues as needs change over time.
The care team may include:
- Medical staff
- Treatment providers
- Mental health experts
- Peer specialists
- Early childhood staff
When can a Plan of Safe Care be made?
A Plan of Safe Care (PoSC) should begin as soon as prenatal substance use is identified, either during pregnancy or after birth. Federal and state laws require that a plan be in place before an infant leaves the hospital. Starting early gives families more time to build a support system and prepare for their infant’s discharge from the hospital.