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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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/services-programs/financial-assistance/home-heating-and-utility-assistance/apply-heating-assistance
… requirements and apply for LIHEAP through a participating Community Action Agency near you. Application for Energy … Provide proof of heating expense Households are entitled to one benefit payment per program year (October – … Income Limit 1 $2,736.25 2 $3,578.17 3 $4,420.08 4 $5,262.08 5 $6,104 6 $6,945.92 7 $7,103.75 8 $6,768.75 9 …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/idaho-medicaid-hosts-public-hearing-aged-and-disabled-waiver-renewal
… Idaho Medicaid hosts public hearing for Aged and Disabled Waiver renewal on May 19 Type of notice/meeting Public … MT at 450 W. State. St., Boise. Webex: https://idhw.webex.com/idhw/j.php?MTID=m7ba075be4ef0dcd6010934eabaad2cb6 … Meeting Number: 2458 247 8486 Password: CSd2Mc4FYN8 (77326243 from phone or video system) Resources Agenda will be …
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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 … Water Learn more about PFAS in Idaho. Idaho's DEQ website PFAS Information What are the types of PFAS? The most … 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/idaho-maternal-and-child-health/idaho-maternal-and-child-health-program
… Program 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. MCH programs and activities Learn … through the Federal Title V Information System (TVIS) website which allows you to compare Idaho to other states. How …
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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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/services-programs/health-behavioral-health-and-substance-use-disorder
… wellness, behavioral health, and substance use disorders. Community resources Search our online database for resources … and support that are free, low-cost, or on a sliding scale fee basis. To locate resources and information specific … may reach MTM to request transportation by calling 877-503-1261 to schedule an appointment Monday-Friday 8am to 6pm. …
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/providers/child-care-providers/choose-safe-places
… hazards. It teaches providers how to identify risks like lead paint on the walls or dry cleaners nearby before … 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 How do I Earn a …
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/dementia-friends
… Friends is a global movement that is changing the way people think, act, and talk about dementia. Developed by the … initiative is now in Idaho. By helping everyone in a community understand what dementia is and how it affects … state! Idaho 849 Dementia Friends in Idaho as of April 2026 Become a Dementia Friend! Find a Champion Near You. Idaho …
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/services-programs/medicaid-health/apply-medicaid-0
… 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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/providers/idaho-time-sensitive-emergency/tse-ems-designation-program
… Idaho Military Division (IMD)! The Health and Welfare website is temporarily hosting online content until it is … provides additional details. On This Page The 2020 Idaho Legislature approved changes to the administrative rules of … for their excellent patient care, quality improvement, and commitment to working with the Idaho TSE System. How the …
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/services-programs/behavioral-health/resources
… Reports Substance Abuse & Mental Health Block Grant Reports Leisure Resource Manual Division of Behavioral Health ATC … The hospital works in partnership with families and communities to enable clients to return to community living. … South Resources State Hospital South Resources - Videos FY2026 SHS Hospital Charges Right to Receive a Good Faith …
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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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/services-programs/children-families-older-adults/child-and-family-services-and-foster-care/services
… 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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/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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/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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/providers/home-and-community-based-long-term-care/long-term-care-provider-resources
… Long-Term Care Provider Resources DHW 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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/news/eagle-island-state-park-host-winter-event-idaho-foster-families
… Eagle Island State Park to host winter event for Idaho foster families January 21, 2026 Author DHW Communications Idaho foster, kinship, and adoptive families …
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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/bcu
… Idaho Background Check Unit Welcome to the Idaho Background Check Unit This resource is … Idaho Department of Health & Welfare background check or clearance for services provided to department clients through … background check must complete an application on this website and be fingerprinted. What you need to know Every …
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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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/providers/home-and-community-based-services-adult-developmental-disabilities/support-broker
… brokers (SB) are employed directly by members who are eligible for the developmental disability (DD) waiver and choose … for additional details on providing services to children. Becoming a support broker Support broker responsibilities As a … Information on the SD Program - Support Broker Lists SD Website SD Forms and Information - Plan Forms - SD Information …
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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/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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/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/dhw-announces-next-round-community-program-grants-available-address-learning-loss-and
… DHW announces next round of Community Program grants available to address learning loss … interested in future applications can visit the DHW website for more information. This opportunity is funded by The …
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/providers/idaho-laboratories-and-testing/emergency-response-sentinel-labs
… specimens from sentinel laboratories and environmental samples from agencies such as HazMat to confirm biological … registered with the Federal Select Agent Program. This website contains forms, current regulations, and additional … and how they affect health including characteristics, exposure risks, associated health effects, and related CDC and …
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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/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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/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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/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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/services-programs/children-families-older-adults/make-or-receive-child-support-payment
… Online Online Phone Mail Method Credit/Debit card & Mobile Pay Bank transfer Credit/Debit card Check One-Time … your financial institution to see when payments are deposited. You can sign up for direct deposit by completing the Direct Deposit form Your Family Support …
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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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/about-dhw/language-assistance
… auxiliary aids and services free of charge. View a printable version of this document Language Contact English We … auxiliary aids and services free of charge. 1-800-926-2588 (TTY: 711) Español (Spanish) Brindamos servicios de … y apoyo auxiliar adecuados de forma gratuita. 1-800-926-2588 (TTY: 711) Kiswahili (Swahili) Tunatoa huduma za …
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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/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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/providers/behavioral-health-providers/driving-under-influence-evaluators
… Driving Under the Influence (DUI) evaluations must be completed by a substance use disorder service provider … Blaine 208-788-5521 Boise 208-392-4431 Bonner 208-265-1432 Bonneville 208-529-1350 Boundary 208-267-5504 Butte …
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/providers/idaho-time-sensitive-emergency/idaho-tse-facility-designations
… A facility is approved for three years and must remain in compliance with the designation criteria and rules of the Idaho TSE System Council. Facility Designation … Schedule designation type Designation Fee 3yrs/Annual TSE site survey fee Level I Trauma $45,000 / $15,000 $3,000* …
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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/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/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/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/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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/providers/2026-idaho-rural-healthcare-conference/shaping-future-rural-health-idaho
… Shaping the future of rural health in Idaho Community-driven innovation, integration, and impact. Join … Idaho’s communities and is designed to convene providers, leaders, and partners to share perspectives, strengthen … directly at (208) 343-1871 no later than April 10th, 2026, to make your room reservation. Please book your room …
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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. …