Resources

Community Resources

Idaho State Medicaid Expansion begins 1/1/2020 and are now enrolling qualified members https://medicaidexpansion.idaho.gov/

Ada and Canyon County

  • Ada County Self Rescue ManualAda County Self Rescue Manual
  • Canyon County Self Rescue ManualCanyon County Self Rescue Manual
  • 2-1-1-The 2-1-1 Idaho Careline can address and refer you to free or low cost health and human services or social services such as, rental assistance, energy assistance, medical assistance, food and clothing, child care resources, emergency shelters, and more.-http://211.idaho.gov/
  • Idaho Food Bank- https://idahofoodbank.org/
  • Live Better Idaho- Efforts between the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare & Community Partners in Idaho will help you discover & connect with services such as Child Care and Support, Financial Assistance, Health Care, Food and Nutrition, etc.-http://livebetteridaho.org
  • El Ada Community Action Agency( 1-208-377-0700) http://eladacap.org/
  • WIC Idaho(1-208-334-4933) WIC is a federally funded nutrition program for Women, Infants and Children.-http://healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/FoodCashAssistance/WIC/AboutWIC/tabid/3340/Default.aspx
  • Idaho Parent’s Unlimited (208-342-5884) programs fulfill a mission to educate, empower, support and advocate for individuals with disabilities and their families.-http://ipulidaho.org/
  • Idaho Federation of Families for Children with Mental Health (208-433-8845) We are a statewide, family-driven advocacy organization. We provide support and education services to families with behavioral, emotional, and mental health needs.-http://idahofederation.org/wordpress/
  • NeedHelppayingbills.com-Find information on assistance programs, charity organizations, and other resources that will provide you help. The organizations may offer assistance for paying bills, pass out free stuff, or provide counseling type services among other programs.-http://www.needhelppayingbills.com/
  • Money Fit by DRS (800-432-0310) is a nonprofit credit counseling agency based in Boise providing credit, debt and budget counseling and education, debt management plans, student loan repayment plan application assistance, and the required bankruptcy-related counseling and education certificates. www.MoneyFit.org

Substance Abuse

  • Port of Hope (800-974-0118) Port of Hope has centers in Nampa, ID and Coeur d’Alene, ID and offers both inpatient and outpatient intensive treatment for a wide variety of substance abuse problems. We also offer screenings and assessments to determine the specific needs of yourself of your loved one.-http://www.portofhopecenters.org/
  • Recovery 4 Life (208-376-7083) We specialize in helping adults, adolescents, and children who struggle with addiction or are living in homes where addiction has taken its toll. We employ Masters Level Clinicians, Case Managers and Recovery Coaches who specialize in substance abuse and alcohol abuse recovery.- http://www.recovery4lifeidaho.com/
  • Rehab Aid (855-945-1432) Bring awareness to the severity of the nation’s drug crisisRehabAid.com

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