Parent/Family Education

The Children’s Reading Foundation focuses on engaging parents and caregivers in a child’s learning, beginning from birth. Our early literacy and learning programs and campaigns provide families, schools and communities the knowledge, tools and skills necessary to ensure every child has the strongest literacy and learning beginning to thrive in school and life.

These evidence-based, proven literacy and early learning campaigns and programs are at work across the United States and in Canada, and growing. They are modeled to be replicated and adapted to meet the needs of the communities served, including families in poverty and non-English-speaking families.

Tools include:

• Read with a child
• READY! for Kindergarten
• READ Up
• Help Children Succeed

Chapter Directory: Find a local reading foundation chapter or program partner.

Services include:

• Comprehensive Treatment and Early Intervention
• Focused Treatment/Consultation, including school consultation, individualized skill-based instruction, social skills instruction
• Family Guidance training for families and care providers
• School Consultation, including customized plans and training for school environments
• Professional Training & Development for schools, human service groups, advocacy groups, and parent and professional organizations

Imagine has been serving families impacted by autism, developmental disabilities and behavior challenges in the Pacific Northwest since 2011. Established to serve children supported by waiver programs in both Washington and Idaho. In 2013, Imagine Washington branched out into comprehensive services for individuals with autism and other related disorders, providing treatment under the newly instated ABA Medicaid benefit. Idaho did the same in 2019. Part of Caravel Autism Health.

Regional Developmental Disabilities Program services are designed to meet the

needs of people with developmental disabilities and their families. Services include

evaluation, diagnosis, referral, information, guardianships and commitments,

service coordination, respite care, and family supports. Also provides therapy,

such as: developmental, speech, psychological, physical and occupational, and

disseminates information regarding private providers of developmental disability

services.

The Idaho Infant Toddler Program provides early intervention services to help families support their infants and toddlers (birth to 36 months) to reach their maximum potential.

Early Intervention Services meet developmental needs of the child and needs of the family to support the child's development.

The Idaho Infant Toddler Program is organized around multidisciplinary teams of therapists who are experts in helping children learn to talk, move, think, eat and participate more fully in their family's daily activities.

The Family and Community Services Adult DD program provides services to

individuals who have developmental disabilities including court ordered

guardianship, commitment and competency evaluations, placement coordination to

the Idaho State School and Hospital, non-Medicaid crisis intervention and service

coordination, and community resource development.

The Regional Developmental Disabilities Program is administered by the Division of

Family and Community Services.

Regional Developmental Disabilities Program services are designed to meet the

needs of people with developmental disabilities and their families. Services include

evaluation, diagnosis, referral, information, guardianships and commitments,

service coordination, respite care, and family supports. Also provides therapy,

such as: developmental, speech, psychological, physical and occupational, and

disseminates information regarding private providers of developmental disability

services.

The Idaho Infant Toddler Program provides early intervention services to help families support their infants and toddlers (birth to 36 months) to reach their maximum potential.

Early Intervention Services meet developmental needs of the child and needs of the family to support the child's development.

The Idaho Infant Toddler Program is organized around multidisciplinary teams of therapists who are experts in helping children learn to talk, move, think, eat and participate more fully in their family's daily activities.


The Family and Community Services Adult DD program provides services to

individuals who have developmental disabilities including court ordered

guardianship, commitment and competency evaluations, placement coordination to

the Idaho State School and Hospital, non-Medicaid crisis intervention and service

coordination, and community resource development.

The Regional Developmental Disabilities Program is administered by the Division of

Family and Community Services.

Women's Life is an extension of St. Luke's RMC. In a convenient and comfortable atmosphere, this program provides answers to health care problems. Materials available on several issues concerning women including pregnancy/parenting, STD's, preventative
education and more.

Neonatal Support Group 381-2661 - for parents of NICU babies during initial hospitalization and beyond. Support is provided by volunteer parents with similar experiences. Meetings are held weekly.

Parents Plus Support Group. 208-841-9199. Focuses on helping parents whose children have physical or mental disabilities, serious or chronic health conditions and developmental delays. Anderson Center, St. Luke's Hospital, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. - second Friday of each month. No spanish available. No fees.

Parenting and/or Pregnancy Support Services:
St. Luke's offers classes on every phase of childbirth and parenting issues. The classes are informative, useful and affordable. Call for specific details on times and costs which may be associated with the service or support group:
* Breastfeeding support group, Lactation Specialist conducting the meetings. Downtown and Meridian location.
* SIDS/Miscarriage support group (monthly) - Share of Idaho
* Ongoing community education programs, including car seat checks
* Childbirth Education classes
* Pregnancy Exercise Program (H2O Aerobics and Yoga)
* Childbirth Preparation - new classes begin every month
* Marvelous Multiples - designed to help people who are expecting multiple to prepare for childbirth and parenting. 4 week series offered every other month
* Parent Refresher - classes offered twice a month.
* Baby Care Basics: Are You Ready? - class offered four times per month.
* Sibling Preparation: class offered monthly.
* Safe Sitters Class for Pre-teens
* Teen Dating classes
* Puberty Class
* Caesarean Birth - class offered every other month.
* Heart Saver First Aid class
* CPR: Infants and Children Basics of CPR-Airway Management for infants & children

Pregnancy testing, parenting classes, pregnancy counseling

Path Pregnancy Clinic - Pregnancy Care including free medical services (pregnancy testing, ultrasound exams), counseling, prenatal education and resources (i.e. adoption, housing, legal, etc). Future goals include STI testing & treatment, comprehensive maternal care.
Healing Path - Post Abortion Recovery includes a class/support group, individual counseling as well as help for other kinds of pregnancy loss, including miscarriage, stillbirth or adoption.
Sexual Health & Integrity Program seeks to prevent teen pregnancy through education, example and engagement with trained staff with middle, high school and college students. Presentations in schools and church youth groups, as well as social media platforms will be the focus.
Pathways Parenting Support - Educate and encourage new parents along the path of healthy parenting through classes, coaching and resources to develop confidence, healthy habits and a community which nurtures successful parenting lifestyles.

The Saint Alphonsus Family Center is a meeting place for all generations of women to come together for professional support and health resources. Through the direction of a collaborative team of physicians, nurses and specialists, the center partners with women and their families to improve wellness throughout their life. It is a place where families come together to grow.

Parenting classes currently offered include Signing Times, Parenting at Midnight, and Pediatric Sleep Consultations

Family Wellness Education Programs include:
CARE Maternal/Child Health Programs: A clinic and educational support program for pregnant refugee women and their families

**Childbirth classes (early pregnancy, childbirth, childbirth refresher); preconception and postpartum

**Breastfeeding classes/Lactation consulting - A certified lactation consultant assists new mothers in achieving successful breastfeeding. Services available include consultations/patient education and manages a comprehensive line of breastfeeding supplies, such as pump rentals, nursing pads, nursing bras, breastfeeding classes and breastfeeding support groups.

**Parenting - Signing Times, Parenting at Midnight, Pediatric Sleep Consultations, Taming the Toddler, "Happiest Baby on the Block," and Newborn Care and Parenting.

**Child/Teen Development - Baby sitting and CPR classes, to register call 367-3454 or go to saintalphonsus.org

**Safety - Babysitting Safely, CPR for Babysitters, and CPR for Parents, car seat safety checks

Support Groups - Breastfeeding Support and Encouragement, and Baby and Me (a support group for parents with children ages 0-12 months) and SHARE of Idaho (Miscarriage and Infant Loss)

**Massage Therapy Certified massage therapists on staff for women, men and children include Swedish massage, Pregnancy massage, Infant massage.

Regional Developmental Disabilities Program services are designed to meet the

needs of people with developmental disabilities and their families. Services include

evaluation, diagnosis, referral, information, guardianships and commitments,

service coordination, respite care, and family supports. Also provides therapy,

such as: developmental, speech, psychological, physical and occupational, and

disseminates information regarding private providers of developmental disability

services.

The Idaho Infant Toddler Program provides early intervention services to help families support their infants and toddlers (birth to 36 months) to reach their maximum potential.

Early Intervention Services meet developmental needs of the child and needs of the family to support the child's development.

The Idaho Infant Toddler Program is organized around multidisciplinary teams of therapists who are experts in helping children learn to talk, move, think, eat and participate more fully in their family's daily activities.


The Family and Community Services Adult DD program provides services to

individuals who have developmental disabilities including court ordered

guardianship, commitment and competency evaluations, placement coordination to

the Idaho State School and Hospital, non-Medicaid crisis intervention and service

coordination, and community resource development.

The Regional Developmental Disabilities Program is administered by the Division of

Family and Community Services.

Wynette Howard - Early Intervention Specialist
Mike Breuer - Regional Program Specialist

Regional Developmental Disabilities Program services are designed to meet the

needs of people with developmental disabilities and their families. Services include

evaluation, diagnosis, referral, information, guardianships and commitments,

service coordination, respite care, and family supports. Also provides therapy,

such as: developmental, speech, psychological, physical and occupational, and

disseminates information regarding private providers of developmental disability

services.

The Idaho Infant Toddler Program provides early intervention services to help families support their infants and toddlers (birth to 36 months) to reach their maximum potential.

Early Intervention Services meet developmental needs of the child and needs of the family to support the child's development.

The Idaho Infant Toddler Program is organized around multidisciplinary teams of therapists who are experts in helping children learn to talk, move, think, eat and participate more fully in their family's daily activities.


The Family and Community Services Adult DD program provides services to

individuals who have developmental disabilities including court ordered

guardianship, commitment and competency evaluations, placement coordination to

the Idaho State School and Hospital, non-Medicaid crisis intervention and service

coordination, and community resource development.

The Regional Developmental Disabilities Program is administered by the Division of

Family and Community Services.

We seek to assist individuals, couples and families in need of skills and healing for such personal and spiritual problems.

Grief Support Group: Treasure Wellness runs a Grief Support Group. There is no cost for the Grief Support Group but they will gladly accept donations.

Grief Support Group: Tuesdays at 6 pm (open group)

Anger/Stress Management: $25 per session $25 sign up fee meets on Wednesdays at 6:30 pm (open class)

Positive Discipline Parenting Classes - see website for details

Low Cost Counseling Available - $25 per session with masters level student.

Regional Developmental Disabilities Program services are designed to meet the

needs of people with developmental disabilities and their families. Services include

evaluation, diagnosis, referral, information, guardianships and commitments,

service coordination, respite care, family supports and disseminates information regarding private providers of developmental disability

services.

The Idaho Infant Toddler Program (early intervention program) helps children from

birth to age three that have a developmental delay. The Idaho Infant Toddler

Program provides a variety of therapeutic, educational and supportive services to

help both the child and his or her family. All services are free to families. Program

assists with the transition of service to the school district when child reaches the

age of 3.

The Family and Community Services Adult DD program provides services to

individuals who have developmental disabilities including court ordered

guardianship, commitment and competency evaluations, placement coordination to

the Idaho State School and Hospital, non-Medicaid crisis intervention and service

coordination, and community resource development.

The Regional Developmental Disabilities Program is administered by the Division of

Family and Community Services.

Parents Anonymous® Program is an evidence-based family strengthening program utilizing mutual support (the giving and getting of help), parent leadership (seeking solutions and becoming empowered), and shared leadership® (working together) to achieve personal growth, improve family functioning and achieve parental resilience. Programs include local weekly support groups for parents and caregivers and separate programs for children.

National Parent Helpline is available Monday-Friday 10am-7pm PT at 855-427-2736. The Helpline provides emotional support from a trained Advocate to help parents become empowered and a stronger parent.

Coeur d'Alene tribe members can receive their Health Services here.

Comprehensive health care facility. Provide medical, dental, counseling services and outreach health services.

All services- open to any resident in a four county area of North Idaho (Latah, Kootenai, Benewah, and Shoshone counties) and Eastern WA at or below 200% of Federal Poverty Guidelines. Services provided on a sliding fee scale.*

Breast Cancer: Provides public, community and individual education on breast and cervical cancer. Mammograms referred out to Coeur d'Alene.

The Benewah Medical Clinic has nurses that visit patients with diabetes, and educates them on diabetes and blood glucose monitoring. The clinic also has a glucometer program that provides glucometer training and education on what blood sugar means. People with diabetes are also educated on foot and eye care. They also have access to documents in Braille and large print documents.

Parenting classes which include the Positive Parenting model and Parenting as Prevention model. Class structure provides informal parent support group. On site child care provided.

A warmline for parents with a fussy or crying baby.

• Parenting Helplines

Regional Developmental Disabilities Program services are designed to meet the

needs of people with developmental disabilities and their families. Services include , referral, information, guardianships and commitments,

service coordination, respite care, and family supports. Disseminates information regarding private providers of developmental disability

services.

The Idaho Infant Toddler Program provides early intervention services to help families support their infants and toddlers (birth to 36 months) to reach their maximum potential.

Early Intervention Services meet developmental needs of the child and needs of the family to support the child's development.

The Idaho Infant Toddler Program is organized around multidisciplinary teams of therapists who are experts in helping children learn to talk, move, think, eat and participate more fully in their family's daily activities.


The Family and Community Services Adult DD program provides services to

individuals who have developmental disabilities including court ordered

guardianship, commitment and competency evaluations, placement coordination to

the Idaho State School and Hospital, non-Medicaid crisis intervention and service

coordination, and community resource development.

The Regional Developmental Disabilities Program is administered by the Division of

Family and Community Services.

Hope Center is a Non-Profit Pro-Life Organization that offers Free pregnancy tests, Financial Aid classes, Practical and Informative Bible studies, and Pregnancy and Parenting Classes! All services are free and confidential.

Services:

• Pregnancy Tests
• Pregnancy Counseling
• Material Assistance
• Post Abortion Support
• Parental Training

The Early Childhood Information Clearinghouse (ECIC) holds information about children birth through age five and includes resources available for parents, caregivers, and early childhood professionals. The ECIC is sponsored by the State Early Childhood Comprehensive Systems (SECCS) grant and the Early Childhood Coordinating Council (EC3). www.earlychildhood.dhw.idaho.gov

Program is administered by the Division of Family and Community Services.

Vacant - Early Intervention Specialist.

Regional Developmental Disabilities Program services are designed to meet the

needs of people with developmental disabilities and their families. Services include

evaluation, diagnosis, referral, information, guardianships and commitments,

service coordination, respite care, and family supports. Also provides therapy,

such as: developmental, speech, psychological, physical and occupational, and

disseminates information regarding private providers of developmental disability

services.

The Idaho Infant Toddler Program provides early intervention services to help families support their infants and toddlers (birth to 36 months) to reach their maximum potential.

Early Intervention Services meet developmental needs of the child and needs of the family to support the child's development.

The Idaho Infant Toddler Program is organized around multidisciplinary teams of therapists who are experts in helping children learn to talk, move, think, eat and participate more fully in their family's daily activities.

The Family and Community Services Adult DD program provides services to

individuals who have developmental disabilities including court ordered

guardianship, commitment and competency evaluations, placement coordination to

the Idaho State School and Hospital, non-Medicaid crisis intervention and service

coordination, and community resource development.

The Regional Developmental Disabilities Program is administered by the Division of

Family and Community Services.

Regional Developmental Disabilities Program services are designed to meet the

needs of people with developmental disabilities and their families. Services include

evaluation, diagnosis, referral, information, guardianships and commitments,

service coordination, respite care, and family supports. Also provides therapy,

such as: developmental, speech, psychological, physical and occupational, and

disseminates information regarding private providers of developmental disability

services.

The Idaho Infant Toddler Program provides early intervention services to help families support their infants and toddlers (birth to 36 months) to reach their maximum potential.

Early Intervention Services meet developmental needs of the child and needs of the family to support the child's development.

The Idaho Infant Toddler Program is organized around multidisciplinary teams of therapists who are experts in helping children learn to talk, move, think, eat and participate more fully in their family's daily activities.

The Family and Community Services Adult DD program provides services to

individuals who have developmental disabilities including court ordered

guardianship, commitment and competency evaluations, placement coordination to

the Idaho State School and Hospital, non-Medicaid crisis intervention and service

coordination, and community resource development.

The Regional Developmental Disabilities Program is administered by the Division of

Family and Community Services.

Regional Developmental Disabilities Program services are designed to meet the
needs of people with developmental disabilities and their families. Services include evaluation, diagnosis, referral, information, guardianships and commitments, service coordination, respite care, and family supports. Also provides therapy, such as: developmental, speech, psychological, physical and occupational, and disseminates information regarding private providers of developmental disability

services.

The Idaho Infant Toddler Program provides early intervention services to help families support their infants and toddlers (birth to 36 months) to reach their maximum potential.

Early Intervention Services meet developmental needs of the child and needs of the family to support the child's development.

The Idaho Infant Toddler Program is organized around multidisciplinary teams of therapists who are experts in helping children learn to talk, move, think, eat and participate more fully in their family's daily activities.


The Family and Community Services Adult DD program provides services to

individuals who have developmental disabilities including court ordered

guardianship, commitment and competency evaluations, placement coordination to

the Idaho State School and Hospital, non-Medicaid crisis intervention and service

coordination, and community resource development.

The Regional Developmental Disabilities Program is administered by the Division of

Family and Community Services.

Regional Developmental Disabilities Program services are designed to meet the

needs of people with developmental disabilities and their families. Services include

evaluation, diagnosis, referral, information, guardianships and commitments,

service coordination, respite care, and family supports. Also provides therapy,

such as: developmental, speech, psychological, physical and occupational, and

disseminates information regarding private providers of developmental disability

services.

The Idaho Infant Toddler Program provides early intervention services to help families support their infants and toddlers (birth to 36 months) to reach their maximum potential.

Early Intervention Services meet developmental needs of the child and needs of the family to support the child's development.

The Idaho Infant Toddler Program is organized around multidisciplinary teams of therapists who are experts in helping children learn to talk, move, think, eat and participate more fully in their family's daily activities.

The Family and Community Services Adult DD program provides services to

individuals who have developmental disabilities including court ordered

guardianship, commitment and competency evaluations, placement coordination to

the Idaho State School and Hospital, non-Medicaid crisis intervention and service

coordination, and community resource development.

The Regional Developmental Disabilities Program is administered by the Division of

Family and Community Services.

Kootenai & Shoshone: ICARE- 208-664-3095, Panhandle Health 208-415-5240, Mountain States Group 208-336-5533. Twin Falls & Jerome: Community Council 208-454-1652. Offered on voluntary basis to pregnant women or families with children birth to kindergarten. Embedded in a comprehensive, high-quality early childhood system that promotes maternal, infant & early childhood. health, safety, development and strong parent-child relationships. Federal program was established in 2010 to provide funds for “Evidence-Based Home Visiting Programs.”

Developmental Disabilities Service

• Habilitative Intervention
• Habilitative Supports
• Family Training Services
• Respite

Applied Behavioral Analysis

The St. Luke's Center for Community Health offers access to health and wellness classes, programs, and screenings. Can also assist with healthcare provider referrals and connect patients with local and regional social services.

Financial assistance is available for all programs.

Todos los servicios también están disponibles en español.

When enrolled in Developmental Milestones parents receive periodic
screening questionnaires to monitor their child's development. The
questionnaires ask questions about what a child is doing and learning
at various stages of development in the areas of communication, gross
motor, fine motor, problem-solving, personal-social and
emotional skills.
The Developmental Milestones staff reviews parent responses and updates
parents on their child's growth and development. With parent consent,
screening results will also be forwarded to the child's primary care
physician or clinic. If parent responses indicate an area of concern,
parents will be contacted about additional evaluations at no cost through the
Idaho Infant Toddler Program.

Regional Developmental Disabilities Program services are designed to meet the needs of people with developmental disabilities and their families. Services include evaluation, diagnosis, referral, information, guardianships and commitments, service coordination, respite care, and family supports. Also provides therapy, such as: developmental, speech, psychological, physical and occupational, and disseminates information regarding private providers of developmental disability services.

The Idaho Infant Toddler Program provides early intervention services to help families support their infants and toddlers (birth to 36 months) to reach their maximum potential.

Early Intervention Services meet developmental needs of the child and needs of the family to support the child's development.

The Idaho Infant Toddler Program is organized around multidisciplinary teams of therapists who are experts in helping children learn to talk, move, think, eat and participate more fully in their family's daily activities.

The Family and Community Services Adult DD program provides services to individuals who have developmental disabilities including court ordered guardianship, commitment and competency evaluations, placement coordination to the Idaho State School and Hospital, non-Medicaid crisis intervention and service coordination, and community resource development.

The Regional Developmental Disabilities Program is administered by the Division of Family and Community Services.

*Free pregnancy testing
*Accurate information on all options
*Medical and Community referrals
*Post abortion support counseling
*This agency also provides maternity and baby clothing, formula and diapers.
*All services free and confidential
*Parenting skills classes
*Early limited ultrasounds for pregnancy verification

Services include:

• Comprehensive Treatment and Early Intervention
• Focused Treatment/Consultation, including school consultation, individualized skill-based instruction, social skills instruction
• Family Guidance training for families and care providers
• School Consultation, including customized plans and training for school environments
• Professional Training & Development for schools, human service groups, advocacy groups, and parent and professional organizations

Imagine has been serving families impacted by autism, developmental disabilities and behavior challenges in the Pacific Northwest since 2011. Established to serve children supported by waiver programs in both Washington and Idaho. In 2013, Imagine Washington branched out into comprehensive services for individuals with autism and other related disorders, providing treatment under the newly instated ABA Medicaid benefit. Idaho did the same in 2019. Part of Caravel Autism Health.

The Division of Welfare promotes stable, healthy families through program access and support services. The Division manages state and federal programs including Child Support, Food Stamps, Child Care, Temporary Assistance for Families in Idaho (TAFI), and Aid to the Aged, Blind, & Disabled (AABD). The programs, also called Self Reliance programs, provide critical aid and options for low-income families and individuals while encouraging participants to become more self-reliant.

St. Luke's is a leading center for cancer, heart, and women's and children's services offers a full range of diagnostic and therapeutic services, plus specialized physician care to serve our region. Services include: 24 hours physician coverage, emergency department, neonatal intensive care unit. Physician referrals.
Court-ordered Parenting classes, puberty, teen dating and safe babysitting.
Lifeline: a personal response service, ensures that help is available at the press of a button, 24-hours a day.

Call St. Luke's: Registered nurses answer your health questions and provide physician referrals, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Free and confidential.

Idaho Regional Hemophilia Center: call 208) 381-2782, comprehensive hemophilia evaluations, crisis assistance. After hours call 208-327-8007; or fax 208-381-2799.

The Idaho Sleep Disorders Centers are located at St. Luke's Regional Medical Center in Boise, St. Luke's Meridian Medical Center, Meridian and Mercy Medical Center in Nampa. Services are also provided to residents of the McCall area in cooperation with St. Luke's and McCall Memorial Hospital. Self-referrals are accepted; for more information or to schedule an appointment at any location, call 208-706-5380. The sleep centers are accredited by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine and offer diagnosis and treatment of all sleep disorders including sleep apnea, narcolepsy, parasomnias, restless leg syndrome and insomnia. Patients are seen and evaluated by a physician trained in sleep disorders to insure professional and thorough continuity of care.

For Travel Immunization Services, call 706-7200.
For Adult Immunization Services, call 381-9000.

PHP is a family resource center serving parents of children with special needs. PHP hosts a variety of Support & Information, in the Santa Clara County area (California). PHP's web site also includes information, links, and fact sheets for families not located in the immediate service area. They have information about the child's condition including a library with up-to-date books, videos, packets, and other printed materials. They can provide referrals on where to find and how to use service systems to get care for your child, including unique resources. Information on financial relief information for the child's added expenses, through insurance, SSI, and other sources. Resources to develop advocacy skills to ensure and protect the rights of the child, and to build the parent's confidence.

Free parenting classes. Class information available on line. Located inside Tree City Church.

Regional Developmental Disabilities Program services are designed to meet the

needs of people with developmental disabilities and their families. Services include

evaluation, diagnosis, referral, information, guardianships and commitments,

service coordination, respite care, and family supports. Also provides therapy for children ages birth to 3 years only, such as: developmental, speech, psychological, physical and occupational; and disseminates information regarding private providers of developmental disability

services.

The Idaho Infant Toddler Program provides early intervention services to help families support their infants and toddlers (birth to 36 months) to reach their maximum potential.

Early Intervention Services meet developmental needs of the child and needs of the family to support the child's development.

The Idaho Infant Toddler Program is organized around multidisciplinary teams of therapists who are experts in helping children learn to talk, move, think, eat and participate more fully in their family's daily activities.

The Family and Community Services Adult DD program provides services to

individuals who have developmental disabilities including court ordered

guardianship, commitment and competency evaluations, placement coordination to

the Idaho State School and Hospital, non-Medicaid crisis intervention and service

coordination, and community resource development.

The Regional Developmental Disabilities Program is administered by the Division of

Family and Community Services.

The Center for New Directions serves single parents and displaced homemakers. The Center is a career counseling center, focusing on helping individuals plan for work and educational success. The center sponsors activities to assist women going into non-traditional careers. Various referrals are available, such as to BSU'S GED and Adult basic education programs. Workshops about self esteem and finding employment.

Regional Developmental Disabilities Program services are designed to meet the

needs of people with developmental disabilities and their families. Services include

evaluation, referral, information, guardianships and commitments, family supports and dissemination of information regarding private providers of developmental disability services.

The Regional Disabilities Program also includes the Infant Toddler program.
The Idaho Infant Toddler Program provides early intervention services to help families support their infants and toddlers (birth to 36 months) to reach their maximum potential.

Early Intervention Services meet developmental needs of the child and needs of the family to support the child's development.

The Idaho Infant Toddler Program is organized around multidisciplinary teams of therapists who are experts in helping children learn to talk, move, think, eat and participate more fully in their family's daily activities.

Hope Center is a Non-Profit Pro-Life Organization that offers Free pregnancy tests, Financial Aid classes, Practical and Informative Bible studies, and Pregnancy and Parenting Classes! All services are free and confidential.

Services:

• Pregnancy Tests
• Pregnancy Counseling
• Material Assistance
• Post Abortion Support
• Parental Training

Full service medical care hospital.

St. Luke's Center for Community Health offers health promotion and wellness education, information and referral services for housing, food, health, childcare etc. They provide parenting classes, CPR classes, youth programs, nutrition lectures, reduced cost health screenings as well as many other medical wellness topics.

Idaho's Infant Toddler Program (ITP) coordinates a system of early intervention services to assist Idaho children birth to three years of age who have a developmental delay or who have conditions (such as prematurity, Down Syndrome, hearing loss) that may result in a developmental delay.