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/services-programs/financial-assistance/home-heatingutility-assistance/about-itsap
… The Idaho Telephone Service Assistance Program (ITSAP) is a community assistance program that helps improve living … service installation costs or monthly costs for basic residential phone service. Coverage ITSAP provides families with: Monthly discount for their telephone …
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/providers/infection-prevention-and-control-antibiotic-resistance/education-and-resources
… control education is essential for healthcare workers in order to keep themselves, their patients, their residents, and their communities safe. Project Firstline Project Firstline …
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/services-programs/children-families-older-adults/idaho-family-planning-program
… The Idaho Family Planning Program (IFPP) administers federal funding to participating health districts in Idaho. Health centers in Idaho These health facilities provide affordable and voluntary family planning services … and address the unmet family planning needs of low-income and uninsured individuals. If you would like to learn …
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/health-wellness/diseases-conditions/west-nile-virus
… in people over the age of 50 or those with other underlying medical conditions. Fight the Bite Taking the … can help you "Fight the Bite:" Wear repellent containing DEET, Picaridin or Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus (all EPA-approved … Summary Positive surveillance findings by county of residence WNV Surveillance Summary CDC resources EXTERNAL …
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/services-programs/medicaid-health/resources-parents-and-caregivers
… Resources for Parents and Caregivers Welcome to the Children's Developmental Disabilities (DD) Program. Browse through our … Road to adulthood resources Road to Adulthood Guide Road To Adulthood Training Flyer The Road to Adulthood …
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/request-immunization-training
… Training To request training from the IIP please complete the form below and provide as many details as possible for the requested training. For …
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/providers/family-planning-providers/idaho-family-planning-program
… Program The Idaho Family Planning Program administers federal funding to participating health districts in Idaho. Idaho Family Planning provider portal Find the most updated administrative and clinical …
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/health-wellness/womens-health-pregnancy
… & Pregnancy Idaho's Maternal and Child Health Program is committed to improving the health and well-being of mothers. … The Idaho Family Planning Program (IFPP) administers federal funding to participating health districts in Idaho. Go … a disease through vaccination. Some vaccinations are provided at no or low-cost in Go to About Immunizations …
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/health-wellness/diseases-conditions/respiratory-syncytial-virus
… Syncytial Virus Respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, is a common virus that usually causes mild, cold-like symptoms, … but it can be serious, especially for infants and older adults. RSV in Idaho In Idaho, the 2024-2025 RSV season has been declared, with increased activity being reported across the …
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/services-programs/children-families-older-adults/more-resources
… Infant Safe-Sleep Tips. Information Documents Child Care Community Programs Child Care Community Programs Grant … Association for the Education of Young Children Monthly Dependent Care Charges Form (MDCC) …
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/news/fostering-family-adventures-hosts-family-friendly-outdoor-and-history-event-farragut-state
… event at Farragut State Park August 25, 2025 Author DHW Communications Idaho families are invited to a special event … Park is rich with natural beauty and history. This event is designed to bring families together for a day of outdoor … and Recreation, Department of Health and Welfare, Idaho Business for the Outdoors, and Regence BlueShield of Idaho. …
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/news/ems-101-idaho-capitol-set-jan-22
… Idaho Capitol set for Jan. 22 January 19, 2024 Author DHW Communications An upcoming Emergency Medical Services (EMS) 101 event will provide a venue where lawmakers, reporters, and the public can … professionals from throughout Idaho and has been meeting since June 2022 to explore solutions to Idaho’s EMS …
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/news/vaccine-advisory-committee-clarifies-priority-groups-covid-19-vaccine
… Vaccine Advisory Committee clarifies priority groups for COVID-19 vaccine … also voted on four other clarifications in those groups using an online voting process. The votes are recommendations that will be considered by Gov. Brad Little. “These votes are aimed at …
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/news/dhw-seeks-input-idaho-behavioral-health-plan
… Plan January 6, 2020 Author Niki Forbing-Orr The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare’s Divisions of Medicaid and … (IBHP) program. The vision of this program is to create a comprehensive system of care for behavioral health that … information should submit a written response by close of business Feb. 6, 2020, to: Idaho Dept of Health & Welfare …
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/news/make-new-years-resolution-quit-tobacco-good-new-resources-quit-are-available-people-behavioral
… behavioral health conditions January 4, 2021 Author DHW Communications Studies show it may take several tries before … for adults, youth, pregnant women and tribal members, the Department of Health and Welfare and Project Filter are … life!” If you or someone you know is ready to quit using tobacco products, free help is available by visiting: …
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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, … to telework and are serving vulnerable populations be included in Group 2.1. CVAC voted against including plumbers, … for prioritizing Group 3. CVAC agreed that an approach to using age groups to assist with prioritization is preferred. …
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/news/papa-murphys-cookie-dough-likely-linked-salmonella-infections
… linked to Salmonella infections May 23, 2023 Author DHW Communications Division of Public Health officials with the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) and several Idaho … One was a teenager. One person was hospitalized but has since been released. Health officials are encouraging people …
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/news/two-idaho-children-have-died-flu-related-causes
… lived in northern Idaho and the other in eastern Idaho. The Department of Health and Welfare and Idaho public health … of Public Health. “Influenza illness has been increasing in Idaho and around the country. The Centers for … important if you have a higher risk for severe illness and complications from influenza. Consult with a healthcare …
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/news/booster-doses-pfizer-covid-19-vaccine-now-available-some-people-who-have-had-pfizer-two-dose
… who have had Pfizer two-dose series September 24, 2021 The Department of Health and Welfare supports the authorization … of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the recommendation by the Centers for Disease Control and … available now for those individuals. Those eligible for a single booster dose of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine are those …
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/news/public-comment-accepted-behavioral-health-standards-through-aug-3
… Public comment accepted on behavioral health standards through Aug. … State of Idaho, the Division of Behavioral Health (DBH) is developing best practice standards aimed at improving … (SUD) Recovery Residences Staffed Safe and Sober Housing Enhanced Staffed Safe and Sober Crisis System Crisis …
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/news/dhws-preston-office-close-june-services-continue-be-available
… services continue to be available May 25, 2021 Author DHW communications The Department of Health and Welfare is leveraging a lease that … will continue working for the department. “While closing an office is not without some impact, we want to assure …
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/news/fostering-family-adventures-idaho-state-parks
… Adventures at Idaho State Parks April 29, 2025 Author DHW Communications The Idaho State Park Foster Family Passport program provides a park pass at no cost for foster families for all Idaho … joined forces with Regence BlueShield of Idaho and Idaho Business for the Outdoors (IBO) to cover the cost of state …
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/news/dhw-launches-internal-review-syringe-exchange-program
… of syringe exchange program February 16, 2024 Author DHW Communications Under the direction of Governor Brad Little, the Department of … resources from DHW. DHW has maintained a contract with IHRP since March 2020. A syringe exchange program provides …
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/news/lead-contaminated-cinnamon-applesauce-impacts-idaho-children-and-families
… Idaho children and families November 30, 2023 Author DHW Communications State and local public health officials have identified two children in Idaho whose blood lead levels were … blood test, lead poisoning might go undiagnosed, especially since affected children often don’t look or act sick. …
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/news/dhw-announces-covid-19-funding-hospitals-and-free-standing-primaryurgent-care-clinics
… primary/urgent care clinics August 31, 2021 The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is announcing that … traveling healthcare staff Providing staff training Purchasing temporary physical space support and/or establishing … hospitals operating in Idaho are eligible and can submit a completed attestation. Interested hospitals should …
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/news/first-case-novel-coronavirus-idaho-has-been-confirmed
… confirmed March 13, 2020 Author Niki Forbing-Orr The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) and Central District … as CDC and other states. “We have been preparing for this since January when the first confirmed case of coronavirus … breathing. If Idahoans have these symptoms and they become severe, they should call a healthcare provider to …
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/news/update-contact-phd-first-case-novel-coronavirus-reported-south-central-idaho-second-state
… South Central Public Health District (SCPHD) and the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) have confirmed a … or store testing kits. “We have been preparing for this since January when the first case of coronavirus was … and preserve capacity in our healthcare facilities. We are committed to working with our partners to provide the public …
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/news/idaho-behavioral-health-council-seeks-public-comment-inform-new-strategic-plan
… Idaho Behavioral Health Council seeks public comment to inform new strategic plan March 16, 2021 Author … March 30, via Zoom, to accept public comment that will help develop a strategic plan to be published in June. … partners to develop the statewide strategic plan — comprising action-oriented recommendations that improve access to …
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/news/idaho-wic-temporarily-increases-food-benefits
… temporarily increases food benefits May 27, 2021 Author DHW communications Participants in the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Special Supplemental … children. These additional funds will increase the purchasing power of WIC participants so they can buy and consume …
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/news/new-covid-19-crisis-counseling-hotline-offers-support-struggling-idahoans
… August 10, 2020 Author Niki Forbing-Orr As Idahoans identify the many impacts of COVID-19, the need increases for behavioral health support, food security, housing, and other services. The Division of Behavioral Health … needs by connecting callers with resources in their own communities. The COVID Help Now Line is anonymous. …
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/news/cdc-recommends-pfizer-covid-19-vaccine-children-ages-5-11-doses-likely-available-next-week
… CDC recommends Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 5-11; … for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recommended two doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech’s COVID-19 Pediatric … different storage and handling practices. Providers are advising that parents should expect that appointments for …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-meet-aug-15
… and Welfare to meet Aug. 15 August 12, 2024 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Board of Health and Welfare will … Aug. 15, via Webex and in Boise. Agenda items include an update from Director Alex Adams on progress to date … adoption of a temporary rule docket for foster care licensing. Read the full agenda . Reporters who would like to …
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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) and the Idaho … joined forces with Regence BlueShield of Idaho and Idaho Business for the Outdoors (IBO) to create an outdoor program …
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/news/monkeypox-sample-handling-error-leads-internal-lab-investigation
… to internal lab investigation August 2, 2022 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Bureau of Laboratories yesterday … are being notified. Monkeypox testing was temporarily suspended Monday, Aug. 1, while the laboratory conducted a … timely information as we respond to this new outbreak. We sincerely apologize to all those who were impacted by this …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/region-2-early-childhood-committee-recc
… The Region 2 Early Childhood Committee (RECC) The Region 2 Early Childhood Committee … in number: 1-415-655-0003 Webex meeting number access code: 2762 734 1303 Password: 75927874 Highlights will include: planning and discussing of No Small Matter – a video event that will be held …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/idaho-tse-system-council-meet-9-am-july-12
… Council will meet from 9-10 a.m. MT July 12 via Webex. Details in the agenda. Under Idaho Statute 56-1028 (8) "Facilitate the implementation … system," the TSE Council will discuss and vote on revising the state's TSE Field Trauma Triage Guidelines to align …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/dhw-hosts-zero-based-rulemaking-public-hearing-docket-16-0317-2201
… Building - Conference Room 5B, 450 W State St., Boise. More details are in the agenda. Proposed IDAPA changes: Rewrite … · Please submit additional feedback by close of business on Friday, April 1. Submit your comments by Email: Jennifer.Pinkerton@dhw.idaho.gov · Stay …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/idaho-drug-utilization-review-program-meet-jan-19-webex
… program is scheduled to meet at 9 a.m. Jan. 19 via Webex. Details are in the agenda. The program uses a structured … data and interpret patterns of drug use in relation to predetermined criteria. The goals of the program are to reduce potentially inappropriate prescribing and dispensing of medications, enhance the counseling of patients, and …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/covid-19-advisory-committee-meet-friday
… COVID-19 Advisory Committee to meet Friday Type of notice/meeting Public Notice The COVID-19 Advisory Committee will meet from noon to 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 8, via … The meeting is open to the public in listen/watch-only mode at this link: … comment on the priority groups or other committee-related business, please email: …
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/request-iris-access-child-care
… Request IRIS Access for Child Care Complete the IRIS access request form below only if you are a child care provider needing access to IRIS. IRIS Request Form - Child Care …
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/request-iris-access-healthcare
… Request IRIS Access for Healthcare Complete the IRIS access request form below only if you are a healthcare provider needing access to IRIS. IRIS Request Form - Healthcare …
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/report-welfare-fraud
… intentional action leading a participant or welfare provider to receive benefits for which they are not entitled. Use …
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/health-wellness/healthy-infants-children
… Healthy Infants & Children DHW offers a wide range of services to help infants and children grow up to be happy, productive members of our communities. In this section Learn more about services and …
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/health-wellness/emergency-planning
… emergency planning that can keep you, your family, and your community safe. In this section Learn more about emergency … Stockpile The right resources help to be prepared when needed …
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/healthcare-directive-registry-form
… to the new Idaho Healthcare Directive Registry at the Department of Health and Welfare. Please fill out this form …
Service & Program Gateway
/services-programs/financial-assistance/home-heatingutility-assistance
… Heating Assistance (Seasonal & Crisis) The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps eligible low-income families pay a portion of the costs for heating their … service installation costs or monthly costs for basic residential phone service. Telephone Assistance Program Other …
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/services-programs/share-your-thoughts
… support? What do you think about the changes to the adult developmental disabilities program at Medicaid? What do you …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/idaho-behavioral-health-council-workgroups-meet-starting-jan-4
… https://healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/about-dhw/boards-councils-committees/idaho-behavioral-health-council-ibhc The Programs … meet on Monday, January 4th, 2021 from 2pm - 4pm MST. The Commitments Workgroup is scheduled to meet on Tuesday, January 5th, 2021 from 10am - noon MST. The Housing Workgroup is scheduled to meet on Tuesday, January 5th, …
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/news/dhw-offers-negotiated-rulemaking-opportunities-march
… rulemaking opportunities in March March 14, 2022 Author DHW Communications The March edition of the Idaho Administrative … Docket 16-0602-2101 – Child Care Licensing – Negotiated rulemaking - …
Boards, Councils, & Committees
/about-dhw/boards-councils-committees/infant-toddler-coordinating-council
… by the Governor. Coordinating Council membership includes parents as well as representatives from many community agencies. Coordinating Council membership includes parents as well as representatives from many community …