… eligibility requirements: Be a resident of Idaho Meet income guidelines Pregnant women Breastfeeding women Women who … WIC income eligibility guidelines July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026 - based on maximum gross household income Household size … person, add $10,175/year. Resources Find a WIC clinic File a complaint/report fraud Interpreter Non-discrimination …

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Free, at-home COVID-19 tests are available in Idaho by dialing 2-1-1

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… Free, at-home COVID-19 tests are available in Idaho by dialing 2-1-1 June 15, 2021 Author DHW … and the available inventory is not tracked on any public websites at this time. We recommend people contact pharmacies … and Saturday. Call 2-1-1 by dialing either 2-1-1 or 1-800-926-2588 to get a FREE COVID-19 test. The Idaho Department of …

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Give yourself and your child the best possible gift this Mother’s Day by quitting tobacco – and receive up to a year’s worth of free diapers and wipes!

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… Give yourself and your child the best possible gift this Mother’s Day by quitting tobacco – and receive … district or call the Idaho CareLine at 2-1-1 or 1-800-926-2588 for free, in-person support. If you or someone you … program by fax or online, both available on the Quitline website or by helping individuals call the Quitline in-person. …

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Owyhee County reports Idaho’s first West Nile virus infections in humans this year

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… Owyhee County reports Idaho’s first West Nile virus infections in humans this year September 9, 2020 Author DHW Communications Idaho’s first locally-acquired human West … Information Officer Southwest District Health (208) 899-1268 …

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Gov. Little declares September Newborn Screening Awareness Month

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… Gov. Little declares September Newborn Screening Awareness Month September 26, 2023 Author DHW Communications Each year in Idaho between 20 and 40 babies …

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Child Welfare Social Worker

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… DHW is actively seeking Child Welfare Social Workers. Learn more about these positions and opportunities below. Strengthening Families...Strengthening Communities Our Child Welfare Social Worker 1 & 2 positions … science, education, or healthcare from a nationally accredited university (or college) with at least 21 semester …

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April idaho Administrative Bulletin contains seven dockets with changes or notices about rulemakings

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… 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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Medicaid & Health

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… Medicaid & Health Providing healthcare services for low-income people and families, including children, pregnant women, the … Facilities Nursing Home Coverage Private Insurance Tax Credit The Advance Payment of Premium Tax Credit (APTC) is …

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Idaho Administration Bulletins contains notice of rulemakings this month

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… 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 …

Public Notices & Meetings

DHW to conduct negotiated rulemaking for Medicaid program

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… 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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Statewide Food Programs

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… 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 …

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Women's Health Check

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… early detection program. We work closely with the Idaho Comprehensive Cancer Control Program to address high rates … Be here today and tomorrow. Call your provider to schedule your cancer screening today if you are due. Check your … ID 83835 Penny Kenyon pkenyon @phd1.idaho.gov 208-415-5262 Boundary, Bonner, Kootenai, Benewah, Shoshone Women's …

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More Provider Resources

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… certified family home (CFH) providers. Announcements and Alerts Revised Certified Family Home/Foster Care Mix Policy … and requesting the Screening Questionnaire, which you will complete and return to the same email address. The … opts to increase charges to a resident, per IDAPA 16.03.19.260.04.m please give written notice of the increase to the …

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Career Fairs/Recruitment

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… 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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Self-Directed Services

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… 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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Combined Application for Health Coverage Assistance

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… training and resources for county officials. Submitting a Combined Application for Assistance The Combined Application … Ensure a Medicaid eligibility determination has been completed by Health and Welfare prior to the application being … by mail or fax. Mail: PO Box 83720, Boise, ID 83720-0026 Fax: 208-528-3771 (electronic transmissions may be …

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Apply for Medicaid

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… for Medicaid even if you are not sure you are eligible. Income guidelines can be found under Medicaid for children ( … Self Reliance Programs, PO Box 83720, Boise, ID 83720-0026 Be prepared to provide this information with the …

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Medicaid for Workers with Disabilities

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… with Disabilities (MWD) program is health insurance for people who work and who have a disability. Overview This … your health insurance at the same time. However, the income guidelines for the MWD program are higher so you may … Specialist. Address P.O. Box 83720 Boise , ID 83720-0026 United States Phone 877-456-1233 …

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Professional Development and Continuing Education

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… Development and Continuing Education Resources are available to Idaho licensed child care providers to either complete the required continuing education credits or participate in the professional development …

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My Rights and Choices

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… 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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Apply for AABD Cash

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… 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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Apply for TAFI

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… 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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TAFI assistance for Caretakers

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… 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 for Older Youth and Young Adults

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… care to independent living. Youth and young adults ages 16-26 also may qualify for education assistance. In Idaho, regional areas have the flexibility to design services to meet a wide range of … Participation in the Independent Living Program is completely voluntary. Services available Resources to …

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Older Adults

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… Older Adults Idaho Department of Health and Welfare is committed to providing care, ensuring safety, and promoting … back on the road to self-reliance. Aged, Blind, and Disabled Assistance Heating and Utility Assistance Supplemental … can be accessed by searching online, calling 2-1-1 or 800-926-2588, or texting 898211. Resources for Seniors Kinship …

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About the Community Services Block Grant

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… 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 …