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/health-wellness/environmental-health/idaho-recreational-waters
… related to recreational water use. These illnesses often occur during the swimming season. Use caution and watch for … email updates Email Updates To sign up for updates or to access your subscriber preferences, please enter your contact … Pet Poison Helpline Fishing cyanoHABs Factsheet Order free brochures HABs Web Training for Idaho Health Districts …
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/providers/child-care-providers/becoming-child-care-provider
… one or more of those children Exempt from a license The occasional or irregular care of a neighbor’s, relative’s, or … older than 4 years of age, or a religious kindergarten The occasional care provided exclusively for children of parents … Care Program (ICCP) are required to complete a series of free online courses designed to cover a variety of health …
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/services-programs/kinship-and-caregiving
… No Yes Infant Toddler Program Idaho Child Care Program (ICCP) No Yes under 13* No Yes Apply for Child Care Assistance … Volunteer Lawyers Program Idaho Volunteer Lawyers Program free legal clinics Forms Delegating parental powers to a … to them. Caregiving across a lifespan is caregiving that occurs throughout one's life between birth and death and …
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/providers/home-and-community-based-services-adult-developmental-disabilities/developmental
… required to have the following qualities: Integration and access - The setting is integrated in and supports full access to the greater community for members receiving HCBS. … a member's rights of privacy, dignity, and respect, and freedom from coercion and unauthorized restraint are …
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/health-wellness/community-health/food-safety
… help protect everyone in Idaho by ensuring food is safe and free from harmful bacteria and other contaminants. We … and ensures safe food practices are followed. A list of accredited exam providers can be found at ANSI National Accreditation Board . Additional Resources: Certified Food …
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/health-wellness/diseases-conditions/stroke-smart-idaho
… Recognize, Respond, Rehabilitate, Recover A stroke occurs when blood flow to the brain is interrupted, and every … ensures rapid transport, faster diagnosis, and immediate access to stroke specialists and time‑sensitive treatments. … all of Idaho Find a variety of used equipment for sale, free, or borrow. In partnership with many other …
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/providers/certified-nurse-assistant/about-certified-nurse-assistant-registry
… 5.0, or newer, to open. Adobe Reader © is available as a free download. These forms may be completed online once … expiring? You will need to retake the CNA exam and successfully complete both the written and skills tests. … We recommend that you keep your card in a secure, accessible location, as many employers require proof that you …
Boards, Councils, & Committees
/about-dhw/boards-councils-committees/idaho-behavioral-health-planning-council-bhpc
… health delivery system. The council envisions an accessible, holistic, and integrated behavioral health care … system. Advocacy is all-inclusive. Services should be accessible throughout a person's life. Services are provided … is cost-effective and evidence-based. The system is accountable, transparent and sustainable. Whole-person, …
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/news/continuous-medicaid-enrollment-ends-april-1-first-batch-notices-issued-today-0
… for Medicaid will be able to discuss their options for accessing health insurance with YHI. The re-evaluations of … code which will enable a quick start for setting up their account. Once their account is set up and application submitted, they will …
/food-banks-food-sites-and-food-pantries/emmett-valley-friendship-coalition
… , ID 83617 United States Pantry: Tuesday 3:15pm - 6:00pm Free meal site - Dinner: Tuesday 5:00pm - 6:30pm. Services …
/food-banks-food-sites-and-food-pantries/jerome-community-kitchen
… 216 2nd Ave E Jerome , ID 83338 United States Free meal site temporarily closed. Services Phone Numbers …
/idaho-commission-aging-regional-offices/area-i-north-idaho-area-agency-aging
… (except holidays) Services Phone Numbers 208-667-3179 Toll Free 800-786-5536 …
/idaho-commission-aging-regional-offices/area-2-north-central-idaho-area-agency-aging
… (except holidays) Services Phone Numbers 208-743-5580 Toll Free 180-087-7320 …
/idaho-commission-aging-regional-offices/area-3-southwest-idaho-area-agency-aging
… (except holidays) Services Phone Numbers 208-898-7060 Toll Free 844-850-2883 …
/idaho-commission-aging-regional-offices/area-4-south-central-idaho-area-agency-aging
… (except holidays) Services Phone Numbers 208-736-2122 Toll Free 800-574-8656 …
/idaho-commission-aging-regional-offices/area-5-southeast-idaho-area-agency-aging
… (except holidays) Services Phone Numbers 208-233-4032 Toll Free 800-526-8129 …
/idaho-commission-aging-regional-offices/area-6-eastern-idaho-area-agency-aging
… (except holidays) Services Phone Numbers 208-522-5391 Toll Free 800-632-4813 …
/dhw/blackfoot-office-blackfoot-services-complex
… Services 211 Provide information & assistance with accessing Health & Welfare and community resources, identify … for prevention & early intervention. Call 2-1-1 or toll-free at 800-926-2588. Nursing Home Services 866-255-1190 …
/food-banks-food-sites-and-food-pantries/episcopal-church-nativity
… Closed Tuesday: 8:30 am-12:00 pm Wednesday - Sunday: Closed Free meal site: Dinner 2nd & 4th Saturday 4:00 - 5:30pm. …
/food-banks-food-sites-and-food-pantries/seventh-day-adventist-caldwell
… - Sunday: Closed Services offered: food and clothing, free of charge regardless of race or religion. Closed all …
Boards, Councils, & Committees
/about-dhw/boards-councils-committees/idaho-alzheimers-disease-and-related-dementias-adrd-alliance
… next meeting is on Wednesday, June 3, 2026 . Stay informed Access ADRD Alliance meeting agendas, attachments, and … Idaho ADRD Program developed a new resource available for free download or print order: Navigating Dementia: A …
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/news/pertussis-whooping-cough-rise-southwest-idaho
… Health Epidemiologist Lekshmi Venugopal. “Even taking into account the rapid population growth in the area, the number … with young children, including their families, to get vaccinated against pertussis (also known as whooping cough). …
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/news/statement-dhw-director-dave-jeppesen-about-legislative-services-office-audit
… the staff at DHW for working incredibly hard to create a successful, appropriate, accountable program that has positively impacted thousands of …
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/news/dhw-seeks-input-idaho-behavioral-health-plan
… system of care for behavioral health that Idahoans can access across the state to maintain health and wellness. … cooperative strategies for implementing and providing access to effective, reliable behavioral health services in … developing a program focused on member needs that includes accountability to taxpayers and engagement and retention of …
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/news/idaho-parents-who-are-past-due-child-support-payments-lose-their-us-passports-new-national
… income Reporting debts to credit bureaus Garnishing bank accounts and assets Suspending Idaho driver’s hunting, fishing, and occupational licenses Filing liens Denying passports before …
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/news/dhw-ramps-work-prevent-fraud-waste-and-abuse-idaho-child-care-program
… hold any fraudulent child care providers and participants accountable in accordance with state and federal laws. “Safeguarding …
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/news/surveyors-complete-115-infection-control-surveys-idaho-nursing-homes
… resident case in a facility that was previously COVID-19-free. Starting in Federal Fiscal Year 2021 (which begins in … 2020) Number of surveys completed: 115 Number of deficiency-free surveys: 49 Number of surveys with citations: 66 Number … facilities face during this pandemic, a deficiency-free survey is difficult to achieve, so the fact that 49 …
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/news/make-new-years-resolution-quit-tobacco-good-new-resources-quit-are-available-people-behavioral
… Make a New Year’s resolution to quit tobacco for good! New resources to quit are available for people … including cigarettes, chew, and vapes, have access to free programs to help them on their quit journey. In … online resources. The first step to becoming tobacco free is to choose when you want to quit. Set a concrete quit …
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/news/two-rabid-bats-found-ada-county-health-officials-urge-caution-around-all-bats
… be avoided. No area of the state is considered rabies-free. While most bats do not carry rabies, an average of 15 … pet may be at risk of rabies, the bat can be tested for free through the state public health laboratory. If you must … home. Maintain tight-fitting screens on windows. Always vaccinate your dogs, cats, ferrets, and horses. Even indoor …
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/news/first-rabid-bats-season-found-bonneville-and-payette-counties-health-officials-urge-caution
… rabid bats detected this season. In Bonneville County, a vaccinated dog found the rabid bat. The dog and the owner had … in Idaho each year; no area of Idaho is considered rabies-free. The most common ways people may encounter a bat is … pet may be at risk of rabies, the bat can be tested for free through the state public health laboratory. If you must …
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/news/new-hiv-initiative-encourages-testing-promotes-prevention-and-awareness
… partners and health care providers and promoting improved access to HIV testing via at-home testing methods. National … testing, prevention, and treatment for HIV. Home Testing: Free, rapid at-home HIV testing kits take only 20 minutes … and can be delivered confidentially to your home. Order a free HIV test at www.TakeMeHome.org . Pre-exposure …
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/news/nfls-scott-matlock-joins-boise-state-esports-game-night-foster-youth
… partnership with the Department of Health and Welfare, this free event will take place on Thursday, April 17 from 4 – 9 … are valued and supported.” The evening will also feature free pizza and drinks, making it a memorable night of …
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/news/statewide-naloxone-distribution-program-relaunched
… County Fire & Rescue, organizations may once again request free 4-milligram nasal spray kits (two doses each) of Narcan, a name-brand naloxone. Free training kits on how to use them are also available. …
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/news/first-rabid-bat-season-found-ada-county-health-officials-urge-caution-around-bats
… the first rabid bat reported in the state this year. Two vaccinated dogs were exposed to the rabid bat. The owner of … Idaho each year, and no area of Idaho is considered rabies-free. Last year 26 bats tested positive for rabies in Idaho. … pet may be at risk of rabies, the bat can be tested for free through the state public health laboratory with …
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/news/first-rabid-bat-season-found-bannock-county-health-officials-urge-caution-around-bats
… veterinarian if they believe their pets, regardless of vaccination status, were in contact with a bat. Bats are the … in Idaho each year. No area of Idaho is considered rabies-free. The most common ways people may encounter a bat is … pet may be at risk of rabies, the bat can be tested for free through the state public health laboratory. If you must …
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/news/boise-state-student-athletes-host-foster-families-iconic-blue-turf
… of Health and Welfare, Boise State University, and Freedom Youth Foundation, will be Thursday, Oct. 17, from 6 … football, softball, gymnastics, golf, beach volleyball, soccer, and other sports. The goal is to provide a fun and … everyone who comes.” Shane Hanson is president and CEO of Freedom Youth Foundation, an organization that brings kids …
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/news/idaho-foster-youth-invited-connect-boise-state-student-athletes-blue
… and Welfare (DHW), Boise State Athletics, BroncoLife, and Freedom Youth Foundation, this special evening celebrates … softball, gymnastics, golf, beach volleyball, and soccer. The goal is to provide a fun, encouraging environment … foster families.” Shane Hanson, founder and CEO of the Freedom Youth Foundation, said sports play a powerful role …
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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 … is not required, and all doses of the vaccine are free of charge to the person getting the booster dose. For …
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/news/booster-doses-moderna-johnson-johnson-vaccines-now-available-some-people
… Booster doses of Moderna, Johnson & Johnson vaccines now available for some people October 22, 2021 Author … of the of the Moderna and Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccines. Booster doses of those vaccines are available now … prescription is required, and all doses of the vaccine are free of charge to the person getting the booster dose. The …
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/news/dhw-opens-new-foster-care-facility-payette
… city of Payette. The Payette Assessment and Care Center (PACC) is a place that will provide structure, safety, and a … inauguration of the Payette Assessment and Care Center (PACC) represents a beacon of hope for Idaho’s vulnerable … will make for Idaho’s children.” Community donors included: Freedom Youth Foundation, Adam Roe Painting, Canyon …
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/news/papa-murphys-cookie-dough-likely-linked-salmonella-infections
… Public health officials also advise: Check your fridge and freezer and discard any Papa Murphy’s chocolate chip cookie …
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/news/new-idaho-covid-19-hotline-available-monday-march-30
… of Health and Welfare (DHW) has announced a new toll-free number for Idahoans to call with questions about …
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/news/new-covid-19-crisis-counseling-hotline-offers-support-struggling-idahoans
… reached by calling or texting 986-867-1073 or calling toll-free 866-947-5186. Resources can also be found by visiting …
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/news/boise-hawks-host-foster-family-night-june-6
… slide, and obstacle course in the Kid Zone. Partners from Freedom Youth Foundation, Foster and Heart, and others will …
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/news/teams-cdc-dhw-staff-fan-out-across-idaho-conduct-ppe-training-medical-providers
… removing PPE. The logistical planning and outreach were accomplished by a DHW team made up of Jathan Nalls, Stephanie … was needed because numerous EMS agencies, critical access hospitals, and long-term care facilities had asked for … number of people who have already signed up, and it’s free. Some participants are using their own PPE, while …
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/news/dhw-fish-and-game-officials-urge-caution-after-chronic-wasting-disease-found-idaho-deer
… nodes. Animals may not appear ill early in the infection. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and … an animal that is positive for CWD. CWD has been found in free-ranging and captive deer, moose, and elk populations in …
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/news/idaho-health-and-welfare-and-idaho-parks-and-rec-partner-offer-opportunities-foster-families
… program will give foster families annual park passes for free entry into all 30 Idaho state parks. In addition, the …
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/news/grant-program-seeks-retain-doctors-rural-idaho
… Idahoans.” An appointed board called the Rural Healthcare Access and Rural Physician Incentive Program Grant Review … of Washington and University of Utah medical schools occupying state-supported seats. Preference is given to … and for provider medical education loan repayment Pocatello Free Clinic, $32,333 to increase access to primary care and …
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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 … administer booster doses of the Pfizer/BioNtech COVID-19 vaccine to certain people. Booster doses are available now for … prescription is required, and all doses of the vaccine are free of charge to the person getting the booster dose. The …
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/news/988-suicide-crisis-lifeline-now-available-anyone-having-behavioral-health-crisis
… help Idahoans in crisis get connected to compassionate, accessible care and support.” All calls made from an Idaho … 800-273-8255 or text 208-398-4357, but the same thing is accomplished by simply dialing or texting 988. For more … medical services, fire, or law enforcement, and 211 for free, statewide community information and referrals. …