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/news/health-advisories-issued-lake-lowell-canyon-county-and-van-wyck-boat-ramp-lake-cascade-valley
… Canyon County and Van Wyck Boat Ramp on Lake Cascade in Valley County August 15, 2025 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is … algae@deq.idaho.gov . Monitor media reports and DHW’s website for health advisories. Cyanobacteria are a natural part …
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/news/harmful-algal-blooms-identified-hells-canyon-and-brownlee-reservoirs
… Harmful algal blooms identified in Hells Canyon and Brownlee reservoirs August 3, 2023 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare … visit the Idaho Recreational Water health Advisories website for sampled locations at each reservoir. When …
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/news/harmful-algal-bloom-health-advisory-brownlee-and-hells-canyon-reservoirs
… Harmful Algal Bloom Health Advisory for Brownlee and Hells Canyon Reservoirs August 5, 2024 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare … . • Monitor media reports and DHW’s website for health advisories. Cyanobacteria are a natural part …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-brownlee-and-hells-canyon-reservoirs
… Health advisory issued for Brownlee and Hells Canyon reservoirs August 4, 2025 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is … algae@deq.idaho.gov . Monitor media reports and DHW’s website for health advisories. Cyanobacteria are a natural part …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-winchester-lake-lewis-county
… Health advisory issued for Winchester Lake in Lewis County July 10, 2025 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW), … algae@deq.idaho.gov . Monitor media reports and DHW’s website for health advisories. Cyanobacteria are a natural part …
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April idaho Administrative Bulletin contains seven dockets with changes or notices about rulemakings
/news/april-idaho-administrative-bulletin-contains-seven-dockets-changes-or-notices-about
… April idaho Administrative Bulletin contains seven dockets with changes or notices about rulemakings April 7, 2021 Author DHW Communications The April Idaho Administrative Bulletin … number below to go to Office of the Administrative Rules website to review the notice from the bulletin for changes or …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-eagle-bar-hells-canyon-reservoir
… Health advisory issued for Eagle Bar in Hells Canyon Reservoir August 21, 2025 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is … algae@deq.idaho.gov . Monitor media reports and DHW’s website for health advisories. Cyanobacteria are a natural part …
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/news/covid-19-vaccine-advisory-committee-sends-recommendations-group-3-clarification-group-2-gov
… COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee sends recommendations on Group 3, clarification to Group 2 to Gov. Little March 5, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Idaho … alternating schedule for Group 3 will be determined in the future. Considerations for votes for Group 3 included people …
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/news/idaho-administration-bulletins-contains-notice-rulemakings-month
… Idaho Administration Bulletins contains notice of rulemakings this month May 5, 2021 Author DHW Communications The May Idaho Administrative Bulletin … below to visit the Office of the Administrative Rules website to review the notice from the bulletin for changes or …
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/services-programs/food-assistance/statewide-food-programs
… of food pantries, food banks, soup kitchens, and food sites. Locate a food site Food sites throughout the state … different eligibility criteria. Call or visit the site to learn their requirements. Update a food site If you are a … a food site near you. Find a location Update a Food Site Let us know if your information has changed. Send an email …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/dhw-conduct-negotiated-rulemaking-medicaid-program
… DHW to conduct negotiated rulemaking for Medicaid program Type of notice/meeting Public … dockets 16-0310-2101 and 16-0313.2101. Formal written comments are being accepted through Nov. 26, 2021. Verbal comments will be accepted in a virtual …
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/news/fish-advisory-coeur-dalene-basin-revised-after-high-levels-mercury-found-some-species
… Fish advisory for Coeur d’Alene Basin revised after high levels of mercury found in … This updated advisory provides location and fish-specific recommendations for three groups of people: adults, pregnant … and skin before cooking fish to reduce exposure to contaminants. Some store-bought fish such as shark, …
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/about-dhw/career-fairsrecruitment
… and Divisions and what job opportunities may be available Learn what is required for positions to meet the minimum … jobs & receive notices when jobs are available Get tips on completing exam questions Ask any questions you may have … College of Western Idaho - Nampa, ID (11:30a - 2:30 pm) 9/26/2024 Idaho Business League - Nampa Civic Center (10 am …
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/services-programs/medicaid-health/self-directed-services
… you get services and supports. You choose and hire the people you want to help you. You keep track of your Medicaid … 1-208-736-3024 BDDSQA5@dhw.idaho.gov Region 6: 1-208-239-6260 BDDSQA6@dhw.idaho.gov Region 7: 1-208-528-5750 … also help you with other duties such as finding and hiring community support workers and reviewing your monthly budget …
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/services-programs/my-rights-and-choices
… My Rights and Choices As an individual with intellectual and developmental disabilities, you have rights and … make informed decisions so you are aware of the possible outcomes of your decisions. A person has made an informed … DisAbility Rights Idaho (208) 336-5353 or toll-free 1 (866) 262-3462 Idaho Council on Developmental Disabilities (208) …
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/services-programs/financial-assistance/apply-aabd-cash
… receive cash assistance through the AABD program, you must complete the application process and meet certain eligibility … Self Reliance Programs, PO Box 83720, Boise, ID 83720-0026 Be prepared to provide this information with the …
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/services-programs/financial-assistance/apply-tafi
… submitting application Meet program resource limits Meet income limits guidelines When applying, be prepared to provide … with the application: ID card Household income If applicable, immigration status Monthly household income limits for … Self Reliance Programs, PO Box 83720, Boise, ID 83720-0026 Be prepared to provide this information with the …
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/services-programs/financial-assistance/tafi-assistance-caretakers
… the form of a caretaker relative grant if you are responsible for a relative child's care. Relative Caretaker or … of caring for a child. Caretakers must be related, and income criteria is based on the child’s income. Eligibility … Self Reliance Programs, PO Box 83720, Boise, ID 83720-0026 Be prepared to provide this information with the …
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/services-programs/financial-assistance/about-community-services-block-grant
… About the Community Services Block Grant The Community Services Block … local Community Action Agency for programs that are available to you. Local Community Assistance With the support of … Poverty Guidelines. October 1, 2025– September 30, 2026 and represent 200% of the Poverty Income Guidelines …
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/crisis-services/report-fraud
… welfare fraud Welfare fraud is any intentional action leading a participant or welfare provider to receive … report welfare fraud by calling us at the number below or completing our online welfare fraud reporting form. … fraud reporting form. Phone: 208-334-5754 FAX: 208-334-2026 Email: prvfraud@dhw.Idaho.gov Mail: Medicaid Program …
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/services-programs/children-families-older-adults/apply-child-care-assistance
… in a qualified training or education program Meet certain income guidelines Idalink Brochure Idalink is Idaho's online … income Current monthly child care expenses If applicable, immigration status of each child Apply by mail, email or … Self Reliance Programs, P.O. Box 83720, Boise, ID 83720-0026 Be prepared to provide this information with the …
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/request-adoptionfoster-care-information
… information about Idaho's Foster Care and Adoption Program, complete the form below, send us an email at … , or call us by dialing 2-1-1 (within Idaho) or 1-800-926-2588 (outside of Idaho). Request for more information …
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/services-programs/financial-assistance/home-heating-and-utility-assistance/apply-weatherization
… the Weatherization Assistance Program, contact your local Community Action Agency. Eligibility In order to qualify for … weatherization services in the past 15 years are not eligible for a second benefit Meet certain income guidelines … for Weatherization Effective April 1, 2025 – March 31, 2026. HOUSEHOLD SIZE INCOME 1 $2,608.33 2 $3,525 3 $4,441.67 4 …
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/news/gov-little-sign-executive-order-support-suicide-prevention-idaho
… Gov. Little to sign executive order to support suicide prevention in Idaho September 26, 2023 Author DHW Communications Idaho Gov. Brad Little this Wednesday, Sept. …
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/news/covid-19-vaccine-media-briefing-rescheduled-wednesday
… COVID-19 vaccine media briefing rescheduled for Wednesday March 22, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) … hw.webex.com/idhw/onstage/g.php?MTID=ef27202eef5e84321114dc7d26f14472a American Sign Language Interpretation will be …
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/news/dhw-offers-negotiated-rulemaking-opportunities-march
… DHW offers negotiated rulemaking opportunities in March March 14, 2022 Author DHW Communications The March edition of the Idaho Administrative … links below to go to Office of the Administrative Rules website to review the negotiated rulemakings for DHW. Docket …
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/news/make-new-years-resolution-quit-tobacco-good-new-resources-quit-are-available-people-behavioral
… to quit tobacco for good! New resources to quit are available for people with behavioral health conditions January 4, 2021 Author DHW Communications Studies show it may take several tries before … program by fax or online, both available on the Quitline website or by helping individuals call the Quitline in-person. …
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/news/september-administrative-bulletin-contains-three-notices-dhw
… September Administrative Bulletin contains three notices for DHW September 3, 2020 Author DHW Communications The September edition of the Idaho … below to go to Office of the Administrative Rules (OAR) website to review the Bulletin notice for changes or notices …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/dhw-hosts-zero-based-rulemaking-public-hearing-docket-16-0317-2201
… DHW hosts a Zero-Based Rulemaking Public Hearing - Docket 16-0317-2201 Medicare … by close of business on Friday, April 1. Submit your comments by Email: Jennifer.Pinkerton@dhw.idaho.gov · Stay informed about updates to Medicaid Policy via DHW website: … · Updated draft rules will publish in an upcoming Administrative Bulletin at …
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/news/first-rabid-bats-season-found-bonneville-and-payette-counties-health-officials-urge-caution
… First rabid bats of the season found in Bonneville and Payette counties; health officials urge caution around bats June 7, 2021 Author DHW Communications Idaho public health officials are reporting … the rabid bat. The dog and the owner had potential exposures to the rabid bat and are seeking medical care from …
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/news/monkeypox-sample-handling-error-leads-internal-lab-investigation
… Monkeypox sample handling error leads to internal lab investigation August 2, 2022 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Bureau of Laboratories yesterday … the source of the error and established remedies to ensure that it will not happen again. Testing for monkeypox …
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/news/dhws-preston-office-close-june-services-continue-be-available
… office to close in June; services continue to be available May 25, 2021 Author DHW communications The Department of Health and Welfare is … Before the pandemic began, individuals primarily visited the office to apply for self-reliance benefits, such …
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/news/january-edition-idaho-administrative-bulletin-contains-several-dhw-rule-making-notices
… January edition of Idaho Administrative Bulletin contains several DHW rule-making notices January 2, … 0202-1901 ID Emergency Medical Services Physician Commission 0208-1901 Vital Statistics Rules - Vacation of Rule 0214-1901 Construction & …
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/news/first-probable-monkeypox-case-reported-idaho
… First probable monkeypox case reported in Idaho July 6, 2022 Author DHW Communications Idaho Division of Public Health and Central … the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to ensure that the patient is treated and that any potential …
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/news/booster-doses-pfizer-covid-19-vaccine-now-available-some-people-who-have-had-pfizer-two-dose
… Booster doses of Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine now available for some people who have had Pfizer two-dose series … of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the recommendation by the Centers for Disease Control and … and risk People ages 18-64 at an increased risk of exposure and transmission due to the type of work they do …
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/news/booster-doses-moderna-johnson-johnson-vaccines-now-available-some-people
… doses of Moderna, Johnson & Johnson vaccines now available for some people October 22, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare … benefit and risk People 18-64 at an increased risk of exposure and transmission due to the type of work they do …
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/news/two-severe-allergic-reactions-reported-after-covid-19-vaccination-idaho
… Two severe allergic reactions reported after COVID-19 vaccination in Idaho December 22, 2020 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Division of Public Health has … fever, fatigue, headache, chills, soreness at the injection site, among others. They usually don’t last longer than a …
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/news/all-vaccinated-adults-idaho-are-now-eligible-booster-dose-covid-19-vaccine
… All vaccinated adults in Idaho are now eligible for a booster dose of COVID-19 vaccine November 19, 2021 Author DHW Communications In light of today’s CDC recommendation, the … COVID-19 illness, we’re concerned that we might see another surge in cases as people gather together for the holidays,” …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-adopts-rule-timely-activation-crisis-standards-care
… Board of Health and Welfare adopts rule for timely activation of crisis standards of care December 11, 2020 Author DHW Communications At an emergency board meeting today, the … of the rule comes at a time when COVID-19 cases are surging throughout Idaho and many hospitals are overwhelmed. …
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/news/west-nile-virus-detected-elmore-county-mosquitoes
… West Nile virus detected in Elmore County mosquitoes August 3, 2022 Author DHW Communications Mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus (WNV) … horse infections. We strongly encourage Idahoans to take measures against biting mosquitoes. these include wearing …
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/news/first-human-infection-west-nile-virus-idaho-year
… First human infection of West Nile virus in Idaho this year August 4, 2023 Author DHW Communications Idaho’s first human West Nile virus (WNV) … is a good reminder for all of us to take protective measures against mosquito bites. This includes wearing insect …
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/news/statement-dhw-director-dave-jeppesen-about-legislative-services-office-audit
… Statement from DHW Director Dave Jeppesen about Legislative Services Office audit August 21, 2023 Author DHW Communications Department of Health and Welfare Director … office. In addition, adequate controls were in place to ensure the grants went only to eligible purchases on behalf of …
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/about-dhw/contact-us
… are checked periodically. For a faster response, we recommend emailing DHWJobs. Contacts DHW Jobs, Human Resources Phone 208-334-0681 Fax 208-334-5926 Email dhwjobs@dhw.idaho.gov …
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/services-programs/sub-domain-mathematics-and-numeracy
… sub-domain covers goals 39 through 41 of the Idaho Early Learning Guidelines. Using this guide Scroll down to see … Feed infants in relation to hunger and fullness cues. Comment on socks and shoes as they are put on the infant … goal Goal 40: Children demonstrate understanding of measurable attributes of objects and the unites, systems, and …
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/services-programs/sub-domain-social-development
… covers goals 27 through 35 of the Idaho Early Learning Guidelines. Using this guide Scroll down to see … signal caregiver for assistance, attention, or the need for comfort. Turns toward sight, sound, and smell of mother as … and promptly to child’s cries and needs for comfort, reassurance, and to celebrate accomplishments. Develop …
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/using-third-party-app-access-your-health-data
… Health Data The Interoperability and Patient Access final rule (CMS-9115-F) put patients first by giving them access to … the National Archives and Records Administration website, you can see the Interoperability and Patient access … app have a process for collecting and responding to user complaints? If I no longer want to use this app, or if I no …
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/services-programs/sub-domain-motor-development
… sub-domain covers goals 17 through 20 of the Idaho Early Learning Guidelines. Using this guide Scroll down to see … with mouth and hands. Adjusts to changes without becoming distressed (moving through space, sudden noises, … (decrease clutter, noise, visual input, etc.). Ensure child receives routine vision and hearing screenings. …
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/services-programs/sub-domain-emotional-development
… covers goals 36 through 38 of the Idaho Early Learning Guidelines. Using this guide Scroll down to see the … levels of independence and stronger bonds with family and community. Through daily care routines, provide … feel safe. Model and respond to child’s displays of pleasure by matching child’s emotions with facial expressions, …
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/about-dhw/dhw-careers
… of all Idahoans as effectively and efficiently as possible. We think differently and flex our imaginations to … Welfare divisions We demonstrate passion for our work and compassion for the people we serve. Every day, we are … Idahoans with health and human services, access to health insurance programs, support to families and children, and …
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/services-programs/about-my-choice-matters
… Medicaid’s promise to listen to what adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities have to say about … and developmental disability program. Go to What's New Community Now Ongoing opportunities for the public to meet … with disabilities to have more control over their life and future. Go to Guardianship and Supported Decision Making …