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/services-programs/children-families-older-adults/child-and-family-services-and-foster-care/about-3
… Foster Care Adoption provides a child with a life-long legal and emotional family relationship. It includes the … current foster parents or relatives on the following websites: Idaho Wednesday’s Child , or AdoptUsKids . Each … in their foster care system. Idaho uses local selection committees to identify the family best able to provide for …
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/public-meetings-and-notices/division-collecting-public-comments-division-family-and-community
… Division is collecting public comments for Division of Family and Community Services is collecting public comments Type of notice/meeting Public Notice …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/infant-toddler-coordinating-council-scheduled-meet-nov-5
… The Infant Toddler Coordinating Council is scheduled to meet Nov. 5 The Infant Toddler Coordinating Council is scheduled to meet at 10 a.m. MDT …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/dhw-hosts-negotiated-rulemakings-grant-funding-idaho-council-domestic
… DHW hosts negotiated rulemakings for grant funding for Idaho Council on Domestic Violence and Victim Assistance Type of notice/meeting Public Notice The department will host virtual negotiated rulemakings for 16.05.04 – Grant funding for Idaho Council on …
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/health-wellness/womens-health-pregnancy/idaho-maternal-and-child-health
… Health Idaho's Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Program is committed to improving the health and well-being of mothers, … needs (CYSHCN), and their families, and is funded by the Title V MCH Block Grant. About Idaho Maternal and Child Health … through the Federal Title V Information System (TVIS) website which allows you to compare Idaho to other states: …
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/providers/managed-care-providers/behavioral-health
… services to Medicaid members in Idaho and other eligible members without Medicaid, managed by one managed care … Visit Magellan Healthcare for more information. In compliance with the Jeff D. Settlement Agreement, new and … 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by visiting their website or calling their toll-free number. Phone 855-202-0973 …
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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/covid-19-vaccine-advisory-committee-sends-recommendations-group-2-clarifications-preliminary
… COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee sends recommendations for Group 2 clarifications, … preliminary approach for prioritizing Group 3 to Gov. Little February 20, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Idaho … against including Bureau of Reclamation dam workers, “on-site” apartment staff, Airbnb hosts, hotel workers, and …
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/news/covid-19-vaccine-advisory-committee-sends-priority-group-clarifications-gov-little
… COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee sends priority group clarifications to Gov. Little February 5, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Idaho … Those slide decks will be available on the committee’s website . Additional clarifying votes will be made in the …
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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 … exposure is extremely effective in preventing rabies,” Dr. Leslie Tengelsen, state public health veterinarian, said. …
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/news/cvac-send-expanded-recommendation-group-3-gov-little-march-15
… CVAC to send expanded recommendation on Group 3 to Gov. Little by March 15 March 12, … on supply and demand, all Idahoans in that age range regardless of medical condition would become eligible for vaccine. …
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/news/covid-19-vaccine-advisory-committee-sends-final-recommendations-group-3-gov-little
… COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee sends final recommendations for Group 3 to Gov. Little March 19, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Idaho … eligible for COVID-19 vaccine now as part of Group 3, regardless of age distribution or medical condition. CVAC is also …
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/providers/idaho-medicaid-providers/information-medicaid-providers
… mandated benefits. All members have the option to select this Standard Plan. Basic – Benefits include preventive … medical, dental, and vision services for members who meet income standards. Enhanced – Benefits include Basic Plan … information can be found on the Gainwell Technology website . Reminders When using the fee schedule, remember the …
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/health-wellness/environmental-health/and-polyfluoroalkyl-substances-pfas
… exposure to PFAS through products or the environment may lead to harmful health effects. What to Know About PFAS PFAS … Drinking Water Learn more about PFAS in Idaho. Visit website What are the types of PFAS? The most well-known and … time. Many other types of PFAS are still made and used in commercial and industrial products in the United States and …
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/providers/medicaid-school-based-service-providers/training-resources-and-forms
… and forms. Services and training Services that enrolled school districts or charter schools can receive … therapy and evaluation Physical therapy and evaluation Community based rehabilitation services Transportation … They can be found on the Idaho Training Clearinghouse Website . Providers are strongly encouraged to use the …
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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 … rulemaking advisory body that can adopt, amend, or repeal rules and standards of the Idaho Department of Health and …
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/news/idaho-foster-youth-invited-connect-boise-state-student-athletes-blue
… foster youth invited to connect with Boise State student-athletes on the BLUE October 31, 2025 Author DHW Communications Idaho kids in foster care will have the … look forward to this event each year,” said Sara Whiles, Boise State associate athletic director, BroncoLife and …
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/news/boise-state-student-athletes-host-foster-families-iconic-blue-turf
… Boise State student-athletes to host foster families on iconic BLUE turf October 10, 2024 Author DHW Communications Idaho kids in foster care have the chance to … day,” said Boise State Associate Athletic Director Sara Whiles. “Our student-athletes are eager to spend time with …
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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) … right for transmission of the virus to people,” said Dr. Leslie Tengelsen, state public health veterinarian. “This is …
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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) … to protect themselves and their families,” said Dr. Leslie Tengelsen, state public health veterinarian. …
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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 … of the grants due to his conflict of interest, unless the AG appoints a special prosecutor. AG Labrador’s …
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/news/west-nile-virus-activity-rising-across-state-state-health-officials-say
… West Nile virus activity rising across the state, state health officials say September 8, 2021 Author DHW Communications Human West Nile virus (WNV) infections as … frost eliminates the mosquito populations,” said Dr. Leslie Tengelsen, Idaho state public health veterinarian in …
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/news/october-administrative-bulletin-contains-three-dockets-public-hearings-0
… October Administrative Bulletin contains three dockets with public hearings October 8, 2020 Author DHW Communications Three dockets in the October edition of the … about changes to Department of Health and Welfare rules. Click on the Docket number below for more information. …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-meet-friday-vote-rule-crisis-standards-care
… Board of Health and Welfare to meet Friday to vote on rule for crisis standards of care December 8, 2020 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Board of Health and Welfare will … and advisory body that can adopt, amend, or repeal rules and standards of the department. The board's seven …
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/news/dhw-hold-public-meetings-negotiated-rulemaking
… DHW to hold public meetings for negotiated rulemaking February 4, 2021 Author DHW Communications The February issue of the Idaho … to the Department of Health and Welfare’s administrative rules that require public meetings on the negotiated …
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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 … expand booster dose eligibility to all adults, regardless of vaccine brand. Use the Vaccine Finder for more …
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/health-wellness/environmental-health/clandestine-drug-labs
… Clandestine Drug Labs Illegal drug labs are often used to make methamphetamine, also … will then be added to the Idaho Clandestine Drug Laboratory Site Property List. This helps ensure proper cleanup and … List, the property must be cleaned or demolished in compliance with all local, state, and federal laws and …
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/providers/home-and-community-based-long-term-care/long-term-care-provider-resources
… Care Provider Resources Health and Welfare has made available an array of forms, documents and online resources that … by a provider. EVV Requirements The EVV system must be compatible with the state’s aggregator and capture the … CMS Guidance EVV is a federal mandate. Visit the CMS website for more information regarding regulations and EVV …
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/services-programs/seniors
… dignity and choices for Idaho's older adults. Idaho Commission on Aging The Idaho Commission on Aging works to … that improve the quality of life for seniors and people with disabilities so they can live independent, … you need to know about Medicare Medicare U.S. government site. The official U.S. government site for Medicare. …
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/providers/idaho-medicaid-providers/provider-enrollment
… for a Trading Partner Account (TPA) at www.idmedicaid.com . Become a Medicaid provider Select “Register” in the upper right hand corner to complete … application along with other attachments through the website to Gainwell. If you need additional assistance in …
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/providers/child-care-providers/choose-safe-places
… are still growing. Even if a building meets licensing rules, it could still be unsafe, especially if it used to be: A dry cleaner An industrial site A building with past chemical use or spills The CSP … risks Take steps to identify and reduce hazards Show their commitment to creating a healthy space To earn the …
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/providers/home-and-community-based-long-term-care/long-term-care-provider-enrollment-and-general
… for providers of personal care services and home- and community-based waivers. Bureau of Long Term Care (BLTC) The Bureau of Long Term Care (BLTC) works with multiple healthcare providers that help members maintain … General BLTC Staff Directory has been removed from this website. If you have questions or concerns, please call the …
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/providers/facility-standards/facility-fire-safety-and-construction
… and/or federally certified health care facilities. To accomplish these tasks, FFS&C staff perform facility plan reviews and approvals, on-site plan inspections/finalizations, consultations, and … Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASC) Hospitals Skilled Nursing Facilities/Nursing Homes (SNF/NH) Intermediate …
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/services-programs/medicaid-health/womens-health-fit-fall-quit-smoking/tobacco-nicotine-and-vaping
… is harmful to developing fetuses Nicotine can harm adolescent brain development, which continues into the early to … a chemical linked to serious lung disease Volatile organic compounds such as benzene, which is found in car exhaust … with local public health districts (internal link to PHD site) all over the state to ensure free tobacco cessation …
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/providers/diabetes-heart-disease-stroke-prevention-program/community-health-workers
… Community Health Worker Employers Community Health Workers … Expanding the Community Health Worker Workforce in Idaho Implementing a CHW Program can benefit everyone. A growing body … establishing a CHW Program in their organization. View Website National Resources Building a Community Health Worker …
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/providers/intermediate-care-individuals-intellectual-disabilities/provider-forms-and-other
… can find helpful resources and information on this site that will support licensing requirements as well as … Immediate Jeopardy Exhibit 355 Waiver Requests for State Rule Change of Ownership Process (CHOW) Change in Location … the Office of Inspector General (OIG) Administration for Community Living (ACL): Elder Abuse Prevention Department of …
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/news/covid-19-media-briefing-set-230-pm-tuesday-15
… Ball, chief of the Idaho Bureau of Laboratories; and Sarah Leeds, manager of the Idaho Immunization Program. Members of … this link: https://idhw.webex.com/idhw/onstage/g.php?MTID=e0fc22ae982616633028587a8f66aa9f2 The Idaho Department of Health and …
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/services-programs/behavioral-health/fentanyl
… is fentanyl? Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid that comes in pharmaceutical and illicit forms. While fentanyl can be prescribed, it is more commonly found in … purchased illegally through social media and e-commerce websites. Pills purchased outside of licensed pharmacies may …
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/services-programs/behavioral-health/about-substance-use-disorder
… clinically significant impairment including health problems, legal issues, disability, and failure to meet major … responsibilities at work, school, or home. This disorder is common, recurrent and often serious, but SUD is treatable, … visit the Department of Health & Welfare Opioids website . If you are looking for help to quit using opioids, …
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/providers/residential-assisted-living/licensing
… to the owner. On this page, find information needed to become licensed and maintain compliance with the rules, access training resources, announcements, and tools. … application, Fire Life Safety (FLS) will schedule an on-site evaluation of your building. Visit the Facility Fire …
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/services-programs/children-families/about-immunizations
… About Immunizations Immunizations allow a person to become protected against a disease through vaccination. Some … wear off over time. You may be at risk for vaccine preventable diseases due to your age, job, lifestyle, travel, or … directly by visiting your local Health District website (see below). Resources Multi-year school immunization …
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/services-programs/behavioral-health/offering-support
… support to someone who is struggling with opioid misuse. Learn how you can start the conversation and connect them … a life. To learn more about safe practices, visit this website . Help them find treatment or recovery services Find … with substance use disorders, stigma can mean they are less likely to seek help and more likely to drop out of …
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/health-wellness/environmental-health/idaho-wildfire-and-smoke-information
… Stay safe and informed during Idaho’s wildfire season. This site provides wildfire alerts, safety tips, air quality updates, and resources for communities, landowners, and families. What Causes …
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/services-programs/behavioral-health/access-services
… be struggling? Are you afraid that your family may not be able to afford the services they need? YES CAN HELP! Paths to … with a SED are eligible for Medicaid at a higher income level. Read the information below to determine how to … Call 855-202-0973 or visit the Magellan of Idaho website to find a mental health provider. If your child is not …
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/providers/infection-prevention-and-control-antibiotic-resistance/education-and-resources
… Associated Infections (HAI) Program aims to reduce preventable infections across Idaho by offering free and accessible … keep themselves, their patients, their residents, and their communities safe. Project Firstline Project Firstline … their role. CDC's Project Firstline (PFL) Visit the PFL website today! Contact us Healthcare Associated Infections …
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/health-wellness/emergency-planning/emergency-preparedness
… may be limited. Individuals, families, businesses, and communities can prepare for all public health emergencies by following a few simple steps. Also, keep in mind that after a disaster in your … safe by visiting the American Red Cross Safe and Well website. Download Related Documents The Emergency Kit …
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/services-programs/birth-marriage-death-records/change-birth-certificate
… information on your birth certificate by downloading and completing the English Correction Request Form-Birth and the … the instructions and frequently asked questions below. This site previously contained a link to outdated instructions …
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/about-dhw/public
… transparency and provide the public with an opportunity to comment on proposed rules and waivers, the Department of Health and Welfare posts … meeting notices on the Idaho Public Meetings website, Townhall Idaho . …
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/news/first-death-west-nile-virus-idaho-year
… First death from West Nile virus in Idaho this year August 15, 2025 Author DHW Communications Idaho’s first reported death caused by West Nile virus this year was identified in a Twin Falls County …
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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 … Group 3 plus one clarification on Group 2 to Gov. Brad Little after its regular meeting Friday. The recommendations are …