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/news/board-health-and-welfare-hold-special-meeting-nov-18
… hold special meeting Nov. 18 November 17, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Board of Health and Welfare will … Nov. 17 because the Idaho Legislature adjourned sine die on that same day. Due to COVID-19 precautions, meeting … meeting number 2466 333 5886 , password 86376269 . In accordance with title 74, chapter 2, limited …
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/news/idaho-wic-makes-annual-adjustment-income-guidelines
… Idaho WIC makes annual adjustment to income guidelines June 23, 2020 Author Niki Forbing-Orr … breastfeeding information and support, help from registered dietitians, and referrals to other services. The average … WIC in your area, call the Idaho CareLine at 211 or 1-800-926-2588. Information can also be found on the web at …
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/news/idaho-wic-makes-annual-adjustment-income-guidelines-1
… Idaho WIC makes annual adjustment to income guidelines June 28, 2022 Author DHW Communications … guidelines a family of three could have earned up to $40,626 annually. If you or a family member are in the categories … breastfeeding information and support, help from registered dietitians, and referrals to other services. The average …
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/news/boise-state-student-athletes-host-foster-families-iconic-blue-turf
… families on iconic BLUE turf October 10, 2024 Author DHW Communications Idaho kids in foster care have the chance to … tools, skills, and support they need to build successful futures. Meeting student-athlete role models will further … wear athletic shoes and dress for the weather. Fostering Future Broncos event details: Fostering Future Broncos Date: …
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/news/idaho-health-and-welfare-and-idaho-state-museum-partner-give-foster-families-free-museum
… families free museum access December 19, 2024 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare … have access to enriching experiences that can shape their futures. “Providing foster families with perks like free … in enriching experiences like these, we’re investing in the futures of Idaho’s foster children and their families.” The …
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/news/idaho-health-and-welfare-and-idaho-parks-and-rec-partner-offer-opportunities-foster-families
… Opportunities for Foster Families August 5, 2024 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) … The Idaho Foster Family Park Pass nurtures Idaho’s future by developing a sense of confidence and connectedness … to join the program and ensure its longevity well into the future. If you are interested in contributing, please reach …
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/news/omicron-sub-lineage-ba2-identified-idaho-public-health-stresses-importance-reducing-spread
… reducing the spread of COVID-19 January 28, 2022 Author DHW Communications and Central District Health PIO The Idaho … of Public Health. “We will continue to monitor this and future variants and are committed to transparency in … infection with prior variants may not be protective against future variants. “It is important to take steps to reduce …
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/news/idaho-foster-youth-invited-connect-boise-state-student-athletes-blue
… student-athletes on the BLUE October 31, 2025 Author DHW Communications Idaho kids in foster care will have the … famous BLUE turf at Albertsons Stadium during the Fostering Future Broncos event on Tuesday, Nov. 4, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. … to wear athletic shoes and dress for the weather. Fostering Future Broncos Date : Tuesday, Nov. 4 Time : 6–7:30 p.m. …
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/news/idaho-part-nationwide-outbreak-salmonella-recently-linked-consumption-red-onions
… outbreak of Salmonella involving onions that has sickened 26 people in the state, and possibly more. As of August 5, … with the Division of Public Health in DHW. “We recommend that you throw away any onions you have in your … may be contaminated with Salmonella. Visit the FDA recall website for details, including pictures of the recalled …
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/news/give-yourself-and-your-child-best-possible-gift-mothers-day-quitting-tobacco-and-receive-years
… worth of free diapers and wipes! May 7, 2021 Author DHW Communications Quitting at any time during pregnancy is one … 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 …
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/news/community-program-grants-fully-distributed-partners-announced
… Community Program grants fully distributed, partners announced September 20, 2022 Author DHW Communications Funding allocated to reach children impacted … Urban Garden School (BUGS) Boys & Girls Clubs () Brighter Future Health Inc. Cascade After-School Program (CAPS) …
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/news/dhw-opens-new-foster-care-facility-payette
… new foster care facility in Payette May 3, 2024 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) … “With the dedication of our staff and support of our community, we stand committed to shaping bright futures for those in need.” Idaho has been experiencing a …
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/news/medicaid-members-offered-free-credit-and-theft-protection-monitoring-after-possible-data
… after possible data breach June 12, 2023 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare … to learn from this event and make improvements against future incidents.” The Idaho Department of Health and …
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/news/dhw-seeks-input-idaho-behavioral-health-plan
… (IBHP) program. The vision of this program is to create a comprehensive system of care for behavioral health that … health and wellness. Stakeholder engagement is an essential component for building a high-quality system that best meets … request for information may be used to refine potential future behavioral health procurements, design program …
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/news/vaccine-advisory-committee-clarifies-priority-groups-covid-19-vaccine
… Vaccine Advisory Committee clarifies priority groups for COVID-19 vaccine January 23, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Idaho COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee … will continue to make recommendations on priority groups at future meetings. The committee’s next meetings are scheduled …
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/news/public-comment-accepted-behavioral-health-standards-through-aug-3
… Public comment accepted on behavioral health standards through Aug. 3 July 21, 2021 Author DHW Communications As the Behavioral Health Authority for the … amended and/or additional standards may be developed in the future that apply to all behavioral health treatment and …
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/news/idaho-lawmakers-help-raise-more-66k-youth-foster-care
… $66k for youth in foster care December 23, 2025 Author DHW Communications For the second year in a row, members of the … young people are working incredibly hard to build their futures, often without the family supports many of us take … showing them they are seen, valued, and supported by their community, especially during the holidays.” The gift cards …
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/news/dhw-expects-2-5-percent-increase-weekly-covid-19-vaccine-doses
… weekly COVID-19 vaccine doses January 15, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare has … receiving 20,950 doses each week for the foreseeable future. Along with other states, Idaho is requesting more … Idaho will receive from the federal government. DHW has committed to being transparent as we quickly work to support …
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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 … recommendation for how to prioritize Group 3 in the future. “Given the spirit of the conversation that we had …
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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. … alternating schedule for Group 3 will be determined in the future. Considerations for votes for Group 3 included people …
/idaho-diabetes-self-management-education-and-support-dsmes-services/st-lukes-clinic-endocrinology
… achieved ADA recognition. For more information, visit the website: … achieved ADA recognition. For more information, visit the website: …
/idaho-diabetes-self-management-education-and-support-dsmes-services/panhandle-health-district
… is offered in-person only. To enroll, call 208-415-5242 or complete the online submission form at the website. For more information, visit the website: …
/idaho-diabetes-self-management-education-and-support-dsmes-services/panhandle-health-district-0
… is offered in-person only. To enroll, call 208-415-5242 or complete the online submission form at the website. For more information, visit the website: …
/idaho-diabetes-self-management-education-and-support-dsmes-services/panhandle-health-district-1
… is offered in-person only. To enroll, call 208-415-5242 or complete the online submission form at the website. For more information, visit the website: …
/idaho-diabetes-self-management-education-and-support-dsmes-services/panhandle-health-district-2
… Health District Offices. To enroll, call 208-415-5242 or complete the online submission form at the website. For more information, visit the …
/idaho-diabetes-self-management-education-and-support-dsmes-services/panhandle-health-district-st
… is offered in-person only. To enroll, call 208-415-5242 or complete the online submission form at the website. For more information, visit the website: …
/food-banks-food-sites-and-food-pantries/seventh-day-adventist-caldwell
… Adventist Church Services Phone Numbers Phone, email, and website 208-454-3549 Website: caldwellsda.org | Email: caldwellsda.csc@gmail.com …
News
/news/cms-approves-idaho-medicaid-behavioral-health-transformation-1115-waiver-allowing
… Idaho’s behavioral health system of care.” The waiver, accompanied by a corresponding implementation plan, is an agreement …
News
/news/teams-cdc-dhw-staff-fan-out-across-idaho-conduct-ppe-training-medical-providers
… and to instruct their colleagues and other members of the community in that process as well. These “train the trainer” … and patients as COVID-19 continues to circulate in Idaho communities. Thanks to resources offered up by the Centers … accomplished by a DHW team made up of Jathan Nalls, Stephanie Sayehg, Dharmaraj “Raj” Giri, all DHW employees …
Boards, Councils, & Committees
/about-dhw/boards-councils-committees/medicaid-advisory-committee
… Medicaid Advisory Committee The Medicaid Advisory Committee (MAC) advises … the BAC webpage to learn more and see what they do! 2026 MAC Meeting Information Date/Time Location Virtual Information Agenda Minutes January 21, 2026 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. 450 W. State St. Boise, ID 83702 Room 3A …
/dhw/sandpoint-ponderay-office
… Services Phone Numbers Children & Family Services 208-265-4523 Adoption, Child Protection, Foster Care, Kinship … youth crisis centers please visit: https://magellanofidaho.com/crisis-support. Infant Toddler Program 208-265-4593 Infant Toddler eligibility determination, early …
/dhw/blackfoot-office-blackfoot-services-complex
… Services Phone Numbers Child and Family Services 208-785-5826 Adoption, Child Protection, Foster Care, Kinship Child … Disabilities Program / Infant Toddler 208-785-5826 DD & Infant Toddler eligibility determination, early … Crisis Prevention and Court Services 208-528-4040 Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) 866-818-6463 Personal Care …
/dhw/boise-office-westgate-building
… Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) 800-926-2588 Day Care Licensing 800-926-2588 Developmental Disabilities: Crisis Prevention and … youth crisis centers please visit: https://magellanofidaho.com/crisis-support. Mental Health Services - Adult & …
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/news/gov-little-speak-overdose-awareness-event-capitol-steps
… awareness event on Capitol steps August 29, 2022 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare … to raise awareness about overdoses, remember those who have died, and provide space for loved ones to grieve. As part of … Each empty chair will represent an Idaho resident who died from a drug overdose in 2021. Agenda: Welcome and …
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/news/protect-yourself-and-your-pets-harmful-algal-blooms-summer
… harmful algal blooms this summer June 28, 2024 Author DHW Communications Track water sampling locations and health … by a bloom or consuming fish caught in affected waterbodies. Swallowing water impacted by a bloom can cause stomach … active health advisories before visiting Idaho’s water bodies. Following health advisories will reduce your chance of …
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/news/public-health-reports-first-heat-related-death-2023
… first heat-related death in 2023 July 7, 2023 Author DHW Communications The first heat-related death in Idaho this … Health. An Idaho resident between 40 and 60 years of age died of heatstroke when hiking a strenuous route in southern … drink. Talk to your doctor first if you are on a low-salt diet, have diabetes, high blood pressure, or other chronic …
/idaho-diabetes-self-management-education-and-support-dsmes-services/st-lukes-clinic-center
… achieved ADA recognition. For more information, visit the website: …
/idaho-diabetes-self-management-education-and-support-dsmes-services/st-lukes-humphreys-diabetes-0
… achieved ADA recognition. For more information, visit the website: …
/idaho-diabetes-self-management-education-and-support-dsmes-services/st-lukes-humphreys-diabetes-1
… achieved ADA recognition. For more information, visit the website: …
/idaho-diabetes-self-management-education-and-support-dsmes-services/portneuf-medical-center
… achieved ADA recognition. For more information, visit the website: https://www.portneuf.org/services/diabetes-education …
/idaho-diabetes-self-management-education-and-support-dsmes-services/west-valley-medical-center
… achieved ADA recognition. For more information, visit the website: https://westvalleymedctr.com/specialties/diabetes …
/idaho-diabetes-self-management-education-and-support-dsmes-services/gritman-medical-center-diabetes
… or email DPP@gritman.org. For more information, visit the website: …
/idaho-diabetes-self-management-education-and-support-dsmes-services/intermountain-healthcare-cassia
… achieved ADA recognition. For more information, visit the website: …
/idaho-diabetes-self-management-education-and-support-dsmes-services/madison-memorial-hospital
… achieved ADA recognition. For more information, visit the website: …
/idaho-diabetes-self-management-education-and-support-dsmes-services/rocky-mountain-diabetes-center
… achieved ADA recognition. For more information, visit the website: https://rockymountaindiabetes.com/ …
/idaho-diabetes-self-management-education-and-support-dsmes-services/rocky-mountain-diabetes-0
… achieved ADA recognition. For more information, visit the website: https://rockymountaindiabetes.com/ …
/idaho-diabetes-self-management-education-and-support-dsmes-services/st-lukes-clinic-pediatric
… achieved ADA recognition. For more information, visit the website: …
/idaho-diabetes-self-management-education-and-support-dsmes-services/bingham-healthcare-dsmes
… achieved ADA recognition. For more information, visit the website: https://www.binghamhealthcare.org/ …
/idaho-diabetes-self-management-education-and-support-dsmes-services/syringa-hospital-clinic
… achieved ADA recognition. For more information, visit the website: …
/idaho-diabetes-self-management-education-and-support-dsmes-services/nutrition-counseling-valerie
… achieved ADA recognition. For more information, visit the website: https://www.healthyval.com/ …