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Rats! More than just a nuisance—they can pose risks to your health
Reports of rat sightings in the Treasure Valley have risen in recent years, with residents sharing concerns on neighborhood platforms and seeking ways to protect their homes. While these rodents are often associated with larger urban areas such as Los Angeles and New York City, reports of rat sightings in Idaho communities have been increasing recently and highlight the importance of awareness and prevention
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DHW Deputy Director Monty Prow throws one of the opening pitches at Foster Family Night June 6.
Idaho’s foster families were guests of honor
For 12 years, Gene and Sandy tried to have a child. Gene worked as a pastor in Jerome, and she taught special education. They seemed destined to raise children in a
More than 150 foster parents and foster children gathered last Saturday at Bruneau Dunes State Park to launch the second year of the Foster Family Passport Program—a growing partnership between the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) and Idaho Department of Parks and
As Idahoans, we value our health, our families, our independence, and our communities. With recent measles outbreaks reported in several U.S. states, including Montana
Scott Matlock has serious game—both on the football field and in digital gaming arenas. But it’s his big heart that stood out last week when he used his unique platform as a former Idaho foster youth, rising NFL star, and passionate gamer to inspire local foster kids in
Child welfare is not the responsibility of one agency or one group—it takes all of us. From judges to foster families, attorneys to caseworkers, nonprofit advocates to
Kate is an Idaho foster mom who encourages Idahoans to consider how they might support children in care. As a foster mom, adoptive mom, and biological mom, she’s
We were honored today to have Gov. Brad Little join us at the Department of Health and Welfare to mark a major milestone for Idaho’s children and families: signing of
March is National Social Work Month, a time to recognize the extraordinary people who dedicate their lives to protecting and uplifting children and families. In child
Krystal is an Idaho foster mom whose compassion and good will are rooted in experience.When she was 11 or 12 and her older siblings had moved away, her mom took in
This past Sunday, March 2, the Maker Shop in Boise hosted its Foster Care Festival, a lively event filled with hands-on woodworking demonstrations, family-friendly