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/services-programs/behavioral-health/crisis-services-and-quick-reaction-team-qrt
… department or call 911. Immediate Crisis Resources 988 Idaho's available behavioral health crisis resources range … The network includes youth crisis centers and the 24/7 Idaho Crisis & Suicide Hotline - 988 . If you or someone … mean for you as a parent/guardian? When a care coordinator accesses a QRT, they are planning and brainstorming with QRT …
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/providers/idaho-time-sensitive-emergency/education-and-resources
… informational flyer or post to the TSE Branch staff tse@dhw.idaho.gov to be posted here. Upcoming events NEW...Idaho Stroke Awareness Walk - Walk with us and spread the … sensitive emergency system improvements, and increased access to care. It follows the current state reporting law …
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/about-dhw/leadership-bios-and-photos
… Health and Welfare since September 2025. She served as the Idaho Medicaid administrator starting in November 2021 and was promoted … executive certificate in multi-system integration from the McCourt School of Public Policy at Georgetown University. …
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/about-dhw/explore-dhw-careers
… Explore DHW Careers The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare is always looking for … excellent talent and emerging leaders to join our team. As Idaho’s largest state agency, we have a variety of positions … Office Services Supervisors Office Specialists Patient Accounts Specialists Program Coordinators Receptionists …
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/providers/acute-and-continuing-care/home-health-agencies
… Home Health Agencies A Home Health Agency is an agency providing Skilled Nursing Services and at least one (1) of the following other therapeutic services in the place of residence used as the patient’s home: Physical Therapy Speech Language Pathology Occupational Therapy Medical Social Services Home Health Aide …
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/health-wellness/diseases-conditions/alzheimers-disease-and-related-dementias
… but not all dementias are caused by Alzheimer's disease. Idaho Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD) Program Updates The Idaho Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD) … Legislature. These reports highlight recommendations, successes, safety concerns, coordination among public and …
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/services-programs/behavioral-health/warning-signs-and-how-help
… Signs and How to Help Learn how to recognize potential suicide risk in individuals, how to speak to them effectively, and how to get … methods to kill oneself Feeling hopeless or trapped Co-occurring depression, moodiness, and hopelessness Unexplained …
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/providers/brain-health-alzheimers-dementia-family-caregivers-across-lifespan-providers/brain-health
… Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD), the Idaho ADRD Program encourages providers to consider and promote efforts that address primary, … (CDC) BOLD funding , Idaho and you, as a provider, have access to three national centers of excellence. The centers …
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/services-programs/sub-domain-mathematics-and-numeracy
… and Numeracy sub-domain covers goals 39 through 41 of the Idaho Early Learning Guidelines. Using this guide Scroll down to see the age group … awareness of sounds, sights, or motor activities that occur regularly in daily routines Child Indicators: Develops …
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/health-wellness/community-health/food-safety
… Food Safety Food safety rules help protect everyone in Idaho by ensuring food is safe and free from harmful … and food businesses. About the Food Protection Program IDHW sets the rules and guidelines for safe food across … and ensures safe food practices are followed. A list of accredited exam providers can be found at ANSI National …
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/services-programs/behavioral-health/other-resources
… Other Resources Idaho Suicide Prevention links to partners, educational materials, and trainings. Idaho Suicide State Plan 5-year Idaho Suicide Prevention …
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/providers/rural-health-and-underserved-areas/rural-health-and-underserved-areas
… Rural Health and Underserved Areas The Bureau of Healthcare Access implements programs and provides resources to improve access to healthcare in Idaho’s rural and underserved areas. These efforts include …
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/services-programs/sub-domain-language
… The Language sub-domain covers goals 51 through 56 of the Idaho Early Learning Guidelines. Using this guide Scroll down to see the age group … when and how) to encourage child to describe an event or occurrence. Set aside time daily to engage in storytelling, …
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/services-programs/sub-domain-safety
… Safety The Safety sub-domain covers goals 25-26 of the Idaho Early Learning Guidelines. Using this guide Scroll down to see the age group … Carries scissors and pencils with points down to avoid accidents. Looks both ways before crossing street or road and …
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/health-wellness/environmental-health/air-quality-wildfire-smoke
… quality plays an important role in protecting the health of Idaho residents, because most people spend much of their time indoors … health effects. Mold: Grows quickly when water damage occurs. Can trigger respiratory symptoms, including allergies …
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/providers/child-care-providers/child-care-resources
… Child care providers can find helpful resources and information on this … There are many resources available for child care providers to ensure safe and quality care. Review the … Standards & policy Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) State Plan Aggregate reports for child care Child care …
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/health-wellness/diseases-conditions/human-immunodeficiency-virus-hiv
… it can lead to acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). HIV prevention & care There is currently no effective … (PEP) PrEP is a medication available to HIV negative individuals that, when taken daily, helps reduce the risk of HIV … a medical case manager who can provide assistance with accessing needed medical services. All clients are screened …
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/providers/brain-health-alzheimers-dementia-family-caregivers-across-lifespan-providers/alzheimers
… Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD), the Idaho ADRD Program encourages providers to consider and promote efforts that address primary, … both is crucial to the care of the primary patient. According to 2022 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System …
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/services-programs/food-assistance/quality-control-reviews
… Quality Control Reviews Idaho’s Quality Control team conduct federally mandated … the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Medicaid, Child Support, and the Idaho Child Care Program for eligibility and payment accuracy. The reviews collected by the Quality Control team …
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/services-programs/kinship-and-caregiving
… child's family connections and cultural traditions. Idaho Kinship Program Idaho has tens of thousands of kinship caregivers who take … No Yes Infant Toddler Program Idaho Child Care Program (ICCP) No Yes under 13* No Yes Apply for Child Care Assistance …
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/contact-us
… and Welfare (DHW) is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Offices are closed for all state and federal holidays. Frequently called numbers Find frequently called … to the right. For more numbers, select the + sign in the accordion menu below. Frequently called numbers Food stamps, …
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/providers/wic/wic-staff-training-and-resources
… WIC Staff training and Resources This section provides training resources for WIC local agency staff including WISPr quick reference cards (QRCs), training guidebooks and supplements, materials/recordings from the NEAT … Decision tree - BF multiples Breast pump rental guide Breastfeeding equipment guide Breastfeeding peer …
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/providers/skilled-nursing/cmsfederal-resources
… CMS/Federal Resources The Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) maintains oversight for compliance with … facilities (SNF) and makes available to beneficiaries, providers/suppliers, researchers, and State surveyors … Review the instructions and tools below to gain access, report events, and access information. For technical …
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/providers/brain-health-alzheimers-dementia-family-caregivers-across-lifespan-providers/early
… Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD), the Idaho ADRD Program encourages providers to consider and promote efforts that address primary, … symptoms are affecting a person's life but before a crisis occurs, and working to delay the progression of the disease. …
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/providers/acute-and-continuing-care/outpatient-physical-therapyspeech-pathology
… Outpatient Physical Therapy/Speech Pathology (OPT/SP) provider provides an integrated interdisciplinary rehabilitation program … to complete a new form CMS-855A , when facility changes occur including the addition of a Hospice house. The form …
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/about-dhw/reports-and-statistics
… is performing in regards to the health and well-being of Idahoans. Department of Health and Welfare Annual reports … every day. Legislative Updates The Legislative Updates provide Legislators with information about current important … Budget Transparency Reports To increase transparency and accountability and provide data for economic and statewide …
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/services-programs/medicaid-health/early-periodic-screening-diagnostic-and-treatment-epsdt
… medically necessary services that exceed the limits of the Idaho Medicaid plan. The EPSDT benefit is provided to ensure physical conditions or mental illnesses, …
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/appeals-and-fair-hearings
… case to ensure eligibility and benefits were calculated accurately. The hearing is your chance to explain why you … a friend, or other spokesperson. The department will provide supporting documentation regarding their eligibility … officer will make a decision based on the information both sides provide and the applicable program rules. There are …
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/providers/acute-and-continuing-care/ambulatory-surgery-centers
… entity that operates exclusively for the purpose of providing surgical services to patients who do not require … in a hospital). To establish Centers for Medicare/Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare Certification of an ASC, an … an OCR number, which is critical to OCR’s ability to access the provider’s submission from the OCR intake queue. …
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/providers/acute-and-continuing-care/rural-health-clinics
… of mental diseases. A Rural Health Clinic must provide primary health care, including laboratory services to … Health Resources and Service Administration (HRSA) can be accessed for current designation status. Please refer to … Additionally, for information specifically related to the Idaho State review schedule, please contact the State Office …
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/providers/acute-and-continuing-care/end-stage-renal-disease
… End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) is the stage of renal (kidney) impairment that appears irreversible and permanent and requires regular dialysis or kidney transplant to maintain life. An ESRD facility is a … please submit the following: Certificate of Occupancy, Fire Alarm/Sprinkler System Fire Watch …
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/providers/managed-care-providers/behavioral-health
… about the transformation of the behavioral health system in Idaho. Idaho Behavioral Health Plan (IBHP) The Idaho Behavioral … through the IBHP. Can I review the IBHP contract? To access the contract, visit our Managed Care Providers …
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/health-wellness/environmental-health/what-radon
… the number of people that are killed in drunk driving accidents and eight times the number of people killed in … equivalent to smoking 8 cigarettes daily. How Radon Affects Idaho 2 out of 5 Idaho homes have elevated radon levels. …
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/services-programs/sub-domain-health-and-personal-care
… and Personal Care sub-domain covers goals 22-23 of the Idaho Early Learning Guidelines. Using this guide Scroll down to see the age group you are most interested …
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/providers/idaho-time-sensitive-emergency/ems-children-program
… Bureau of Emergency Medical Services, is now part of the Idaho Military Division! The Health and Welfare website is … hosting online content until it is migrated to IMD. This video provides additional details. On This Page Idaho … Project (NPRP) - Attention ED Nurse Managers and ED PECCs, please ensure your ED is Pediatric Ready and has the …
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/services-programs/children-and-youth
… Children and Youth We believe children and youth in Idaho deserve to live happy, healthy lives in their … protected from abuse, neglect or abandonment. Strengthening Idaho's families Children have the right to grow and develop … identified as having serious emotional disturbance gain access to the mental health services they need. Youth …
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/services-programs/medicaid-health/apply-adult-developmental-disabilities-programs
… for DD services, you will first need to apply for Medicaid and meet the financial requirements for Home and Community Based Services Medicaid. After that, you must complete a separate application and … and need the same level of support that would be provided in an Intermediate Care Facility for Individuals with …
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/providers/certified-family-homes/certification-and-recertification
… find out how to get certified to care for an adult Medicaid or private pay resident who lives with you. Access key resources relating to certification as a Certified …
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/services-programs/medicaid-health/youth-empowerment-services-yes
… Services (YES) is the mental health system of care in Idaho for children with serious emotional disturbance (SED) — a term used to identify children under the age of 18 who have both a mental … (PCS) Person-Centered Service Planning (PCSP) Physical, occupational, and speech therapy Podiatry Prescription drugs …
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/providers/idaho-bureau-emergency-medical-services/statecomm
… StateComm The Idaho State EMS Communications Center, more commonly known … StateComm, is a 24/7 emergency communications center in Meridian, Idaho. StateComm is a component of the Idaho Military …
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/services-programs/assisted-care-and-facilities/certified-family-homes
… Certified Family Homes Certified Family Homes (CFH) provide a safe, family-style living environment for adults who … is a home that meets approval criteria set by the State of Idaho and is certified by the Idaho Department of Health & … the CFH program. Certifying Agents Contact Info Email cfhcc@dhw.idaho.gov URL http://cfh.dhw.idaho.gov Complaint …
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/services-programs/about-children-and-youth-special-health-care-needs
… quality, family-centered, integrated health services by providing resources about access to care, medical and dental homes, care coordination, … youth in the US who have special healthcare needs 19.2% of Idaho's children and youth who have special healthcare needs …
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/services-programs/sub-domain-communication
… covers goals 48 through 50 of the Idaho Early Learning Guidelines. Using this guide Scroll down to see the age group … music-box). Encourage child to orient to sounds that occur near him/her by turning, looking, reaching, or moving …
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/services-programs/seniors
… Seniors Idaho's services for seniors are designed to provide care, ensure safety, and promote individual … the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and …
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/newIBHP
… New IBHP The new Idaho Behavioral Health Plan (IBHP) will transform and improve Idaho’s behavioral healthcare system by coordinating behavioral health benefits for Idaho residents. Services will be administered by Magellan …
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/public-health-preparedness-and-response
… Program (HPP) Contacts General Information Email ESF8@dhw.idaho.gov Public Health Emergency Preparedness Program … and Territorial Public Health. PHEP Resources CDC - PHEP Guidance CDC - Preparedness and Response HHS emPOWER Program … Protection RISC Toolkit Regional Healthcare Coalitions (RHCCs) HPP funding primarily supports maintaining healthcare …
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/health-wellness/community-health/excessive-alcohol-use
… and injuries. Although some adults adhere to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans on alcohol by either not drinking or … a day for men, excessive alcohol use remains common among Idahoans. Idaho Statistics Excessive alcohol use is a … for women or five or more drinks for men during a single occasion. Among those, 25 percent consume at least eight …
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/services-programs/sub-domain-creative-arts
… The Creative Arts sub-domain covers goals 46 and 47 of the Idaho Early Learning Guidelines. Using this guide Scroll down to see the age group … favorite stories and routines, finger plays). Provide access to easy cleanup for those children who dislike messy …
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/health-wellness/diseases-conditions/heart-disease
… through lifestyle changes and, in some cases, medicine. In Idaho, heart disease is the leading cause of death. About Heart Disease in Idaho Many risk factors contribute to heart disease … including high blood pressure, high blood cholesterol, tobacco use, and diabetes. In 2021, 49,703 Idaho adults …
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/services-programs/sub-domain-physical-development
… The Physical Development sub-domain covers goal 21 of the Idaho Early Learning Guidelines. Using this guide Scroll down to see the age group … on a daily basis. Download this goal Children need access to free time, play opportunities, adequate space, and …