Housing, Other

Call or check The Housing Company's Website for lists of Section 8 Housing or Tax Credit Housing.

The Housing Company is a non-profit organization whose primary purpose is to preserve Idaho’s existing affordable housing stock, facilitate development of new housing in under-served areas of the state, and provide quality professional property management for 27 affordable properties located throughout the state.

We serve qualifying low income residents of Idaho, regardless of gender, race, sexual orientation, or age. Idaho Legal Aid Service attorneys provide legal representation in the following areas:
* Domestic Violence: Divorce, Child Custody,and Visitation. (By Referral from the Hotline)
* Fair Housing
* Health - Public Entitlement
* Some Legal Forms Available On Line
* Landlord Tenant: Evictions, Repairs, Mobile Home
* Migrant and seasonal farmworker problems
* Public Housing
* Public Entitlements

Elder Services. For seniors citizens only, with no financial eligibility restrictions: Medicaid eligibility, Probate, and Consumer Fraud.

You must qualify for our services in order to receive legal representation. Seniors in any income bracket can request informational and self-help materials. Idaho Legal Aid Services does not handle advice on criminal matters or bankruptcy.

Private, non-profit agency which serves the economically and socially disadvantaged by responding to their specific needs, enabling them to become self-sufficient and reach their full potential through individual, social, and educational development.

Services may include, but are not limited to, food commodities, emergency food, energy assistance, clothing, limited financial assistance dependent upon funding sources and family development programs.

HOUSEHOLD INCOME LIMITS:
CSBG: 125% of Federal Poverty Guidelines
USDA and Telephone Assistance: 133% of Federal Poverty Guidelines
LIHEAP (Energy Assistance): 150% of Federal Poverty Guidelines
Weatherization Program: Request income limits when calling
VASSVF: Eligible Veteran and 50% of Area Median Income

Food Pantry (Eligibility up to 125% of Federal Poverty Level):
Households may utilize the food pantry once every 60 days. Food boxes typically provide 2-4 days worth of food. Garden seeds may also be available in the springtime (Limited availability). The food pantry is available at all locations between 8:30 A.M and 4:30 P.M.

USDA Commodities Distribution (Eligibility up to 133% of Federal Poverty Level):
Commodities are available once per month at multiple distribution sites in the Treasure Valley. For specific dates and times please call 377-0700. Available at all El-Ada locations
" In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, political beliefs, or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272 (voice) or (202) 720-6382 ( TTY). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer."

Information, Referral and Service Coordination:
Phone or walk-in information available about low-income services in the Treasure Valley. Written referrals, vouchers and arranged appointments for basic and emergency needs. Assistance completing applications for services. Available at all El-Ada locations.

Emergency Water Utility Assistance (Eligibility up to 150% of Federal Poverty Level):
Assistance available once per year for United Water or Meridian Water customers who are facing shut-off. Call 345-2820 for more information.

Supportive Services for Veterans Families (SSVF) (Eligibility up to 50% of HUD Area Median Income)
Case Management and supportive services to help Veterans facing loss of housing or experiencing homelessness obtain or maintain permanent housing and achieve household stability goals.
Walk-in to apply, or call for an appointment: 345-2820. For further information about the SSVF Program, please visit http://www1.va.gov/homeless/ssvf.asp

GED Assistance (Eligibility up to 125% of Federal Poverty Level):
Payment for GED preparation and testing through the College of Western Idaho. Please follow the link for further information http://www.cwidaho.cc/adult-basic-education/ . Available at the Boise Resource Center, Mountain Home, and Homedale offices.

Educational Resource Assistance (Eligibility up to 125% of Federal Poverty Level):
Co-Payment assistance up to $65.00 for middle and high school student program, class fee, and supplies. Vouchers also available to adults for parenting classes and employment related certifications. Available at the Boise Community Resource Center, Mountain Home, and Homedale locations during July and August each year.

Energy Assistance Program (Eligibility up to 150% of Federal Poverty Level):
Assistance for low income households with winter heating costs and energy efficiency. Available during November through April by appointment only. To schedule an appointment please call (208) 322-1242.

Telephone Assistance (Eligibility up to 133% of Federal Poverty Level):
Application processing for reduced basic telephone services and rates. Eligibility is limited to 133% of poverty guidelines. Available at the Garden City office.

Weatherization Assistance Program (Request current income guidelines when calling):
The Weatherization Assistance Program assists income-eligible families and individuals by reducing their heating/cooling costs and improving the safety of their homes by providing energy efficiency measures. Please call (208) 377-0700.
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HIV Testing, Counseling and Education (Eligibility based on risk factors, not income):
Free OraQuick Advance rapid testing and results for HIV with counseling on site at various outreach van locations. Individual HIV prevention and risk reduction education. (208) 345-8994.

Outreach Van:
Outreach to persons experiencing homelessness. Screening for HUD, VA and other community housing programs.
Seasonal clothing and supplies distribution (as available).
Mobile HIV prevention and testing services. If you have specific questions please call (208) 345-8994.

• Specialized Information and Referral
• Patient/Family Housing

web-based services locator

Negotiates with the lender on client’s behalf to stop foreclosure. Services provided to stop foreclosures: Restructure, mortgage renewal, refinance, sell clients home, short sale, deed-in-lieu of foreclosure, pre-foreclosure, post-foreclosure, debt reduction/debt elimination.

Homeless Connect creates a front door to Idaho’s many providers working to end homelessness for
single adults, youth, and families.

The IHFA provides homeownership, rental housing, project and business financing, and homelessness assistance programs.

Private, non-profit agency which serves the economically and socially disadvantaged by responding to their specific needs, enabling them to become self-sufficient and reach their full potential through individual, social, and educational development.

Services may include, but are not limited to, food bank, emergency food, energy assistance, clothing, limited financial assistance dependent upon funding sources, family development programs, special housing programs, and gas voucher assistance. Other community programs may be available, call your local office for details.

IDA stands for Individual Development Accounts. IDAs are matched savings accounts that can only be used to save for a certain asset goal. To get more information ask to speak to an account manager.

The IHFA provides homeownership, rental housing, project and business financing, and homelessness assistance programs.

IFHC is an information, education, and advocacy organization. The Council serves individuals who believe they have been illegaly discriminated against in a housing transaction under the Federal fair housing laws because of a protected class. Protected classes include sexual orientation and gender identity in HUD funded housing programs, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability mental or physical, and familial status (the presence of children under the age of 18).

Habitat for Humanity is a non-profit, Christian organization that helps low and moderate income families build their own homes. Since 1976, Habitat has built over 500,000 homes in over 92 countries.

Habitat Volunteers from all walks of life and all faiths work together as partners with families who otherwise couldn’t afford their own homes. Each family will contribute a minimum of 250 hours per adult of “sweat equity” toward the construction of their home.

When the house is completed, the family assumes a mortgage just like all homeowners. In addition to the mortgage, each homeowner is responsible for the insurance, taxes, utilities, maintenance, and other standard expenses.

Private, non-profit agency which serves the economically and socially disadvantaged by responding to their specific needs, enabling them to become self-sufficient and reach their full potential through individual, social, and educational development.

Services may include, but are not limited to, food commodities, emergency food, energy assistance, clothing, limited financial assistance dependent upon funding sources, family development programs, special housing programs, and telephone assistance. Other community programs may be available, call your local office for details.

RSVP program also out of this office.

IDA stands for Individual Development Accounts. IDAs are matched savings accounts that can only be used to save for a certain asset goal. To get more information ask to speak to an account manager.

LIHEAP ~ Utility Assistance.

The IHFA provides homeownership, rental housing, project and business financing, and homelessness assistance programs.

The IHFA provides homeownership, rental housing, project and business financing, and homelessness assistance programs.

Private, non-profit agency which serves the economically and socially disadvantaged by responding to their specific needs, enabling them to become self-sufficient and reach their full potential through individual, social, and educational development.

Services may include, but are not limited to, food commodities, emergency food, energy assistance, clothing, limited financial assistance dependent upon funding sources and family development programs. Other community programs may be available, call your local office for details.

IDA stands for Individual Development Accounts. IDAs are matched savings accounts that can only be used to save for a certain asset goal. To get more information ask to speak to an account manager.

Habitat for Humanity is a non-profit, Christian organization that helps low and moderate income families build their own homes. Since 1976, Habitat has built over 500,000 homes in over 92 countries.

Habitat Volunteers from all walks of life and all faiths work together as partners with families who otherwise couldn’t afford their own homes. Each family will contribute a minimum of 250 hours per adult of “sweat equity” toward the construction of their home.

When the house is completed, the family assumes a mortgage just like all homeowners. In addition to the mortgage, each homeowner is responsible for the insurance, taxes, utilities, maintenance, and other standard expenses.

1 - studio, 8 - one bedrooms, 6 - two bedroom, all multi family and all fixed low income rent.

Private, non-profit agency which serves the economically and socially disadvantaged by responding to their specific needs, enabling them to become self-sufficient and reach their full potential through individual, social, and educational development.

Services may include, but are not limited to, food commodities, emergency food, energy assistance, limited financial assistance dependent upon funding sources, family development programs and telephone assistance (you can apply for the telephone assistance program at either Century Link or the Community Action Agency). Other community programs may be available, call your local office for details.

Provides rental assistance when funds are available.

Private, non-profit agency which serves the economically and socially disadvantaged by responding to their specific needs, enabling them to become self-sufficient and reach their full potential through individual, social, and educational development.

Services may include, but are not limited to, food commodities, emergency food, energy assistance, clothing, limited financial assistance dependent upon funding sources, family development programs, and telephone assistance. Other community programs may be available, call your local office for details.

SEICAA Housing is run out of this office. This program offers affordable housing, including housing for the elderly. All housing is rental. Housing is in Blackfoot and Pocatello. All housing is for low income tenants.

RSVP program also out of this office.
Meals on Wheels is for residents of Bannock County that are homebound.

IDA stands for Individual Development Accounts. IDAs are matched savings accounts that can be used to save for a certain asset goal (restrictions apply). To get more information ask to speak to an account manager. For more information ask to speak with Patty Day.

However, the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare has arranged a discount program where you can get the short-term radon kits for only $9.95 with free shipping. The normal price for these kits is $14.95 each.

Homeless Connect creates a front door to Idaho’s many providers working to end homelessness for
single adults, youth, and families.

Private, non-profit agency which serves the economically and socially disadvantaged by responding to their specific needs, enabling them to become self-sufficient and reach their full potential through individual, social, and educational development.
Food Bank M - TH, 8:00 - 4:00
Services may include, but are not limited to, food commodities, emergency food, energy assistance, clothing, limited financial assistance dependent upon funding sources, family development programs, special housing programs and telephone assistance. Other community programs may be available, call your local office for details.

IDA stands for Individual Development Accounts. IDAs are matched savings accounts that can only be used to save for a certain asset goal. To get more information ask to speak to an account manager.

Habitat for Humanity is a nonprofit, ecumenical Christian housing organization that works in partnership with the local community to build affordable housing. The houses then are sold to those in need at no profit and with no interest charged. A person could become a Habitat Family if. . .

**Your current housing is not adequate and you are not able to obtain good housing through other means.
**You are currently spending too much of your monthly income on housing.
**Your income falls within the HUD annual income guidelines below.
**You have lived or worked in Canyon County for at least a year.
**You have the ability to pay the zero interest, monthly mortgage payment.
**You are willing to complete between 300 to 500 hours of volunteer work, or "sweat equity" prior to moving into your home.
**You are willing to "Partner" with Habitat for Humanity by attending home ownership classes, preparing a family budget prior to final selection, and provide a down payment of $500 prior to construction completion.
**You are able to maintain and make repairs on your home.

Habitat for Humanity is a non-profit, Christian organization that helps low and moderate income families build their own homes. Since 1976, Habitat has built over 500,000 homes in over 92 countries.

Habitat Volunteers from all walks of life and all faiths work together as partners with families who otherwise couldn’t afford their own homes. Each family will contribute a minimum of 250 hours per adult of “sweat equity” toward the construction of their home.

When the house is completed, the family assumes a mortgage just like all homeowners. In addition to the mortgage, each homeowner is responsible for the insurance, taxes, utilities, maintenance, and other standard expenses.

The IHFA provides homeownership, rental housing, project and business financing, and homelessness assistance programs.

Private, non-profit agency which serves the economically and socially disadvantaged by responding to their specific needs, enabling them to become self-sufficient and reach their full potential through individual, social, and educational development.

Services may include, but are not limited to, food commodities, emergency food, energy assistance, clothing, limited financial assistance dependent upon funding sources, family development programs, special housing programs, and telephone assistance. Other community programs may be available, call your local office for details.

IDA stands for Individual Development Accounts. IDAs are matched savings accounts that can only be used to save for a certain asset goal. To get more information ask to speak to an account manager.

RSVP program also out of this office.

Private, non-profit agency which serves the economically and socially disadvantaged by responding to their specific needs, enabling them to become self-sufficient and reach their full potential through individual, social, and educational development.

Services may include, but are not limited to, food commodities, emergency food, energy assistance, limited financial assistance dependent upon funding sources, family development programs, special housing programs, and telephone assistance. Other community programs may be available, call your local office for details.

IDA stands for Individual Development Accounts. IDAs are matched savings accounts that can only be used to save for a certain asset goal. To get more information ask to speak to an account manager.

Emergency Shelter, Community Programs, Emergency Assistance, Homeless Prevention, Warming Center, Community Dining Hall, Case Management, Housing for Veterans, Veterans Counseling & Service Center, Career Counseling, Housing First, Parent Information Resource Center, Youth Mentoring, Agency Networking

Safe Haven for Pets is a partnership between KHS and Safe Passage Violence Protection Center. This program offers a life-saving alternative for family violence victims and their companion animals. Safe Haven for Pets allows Safe Passage clients to place one or more pets into a foster program for a period of 24 hours and up to two weeks while they are in a shelter or temporary housing that will not allow them to keep their pets. Safe Haven for Pets eliminates the barrier for fleeing victims by allowing them to bring their pets with them to a safe shelter. For more information about Safe Haven for Pets call Safe Passage Violence Protection Center at 208-664-9303

KHS also partners with the American Red Cross and the Crisis Center to provide shelter and care for animals who are homeless due to major manmade/natural disasters, or for those needing temporary pet care due to mandatory treatment. KHS will house these animals until their owners return home.

Private, non-profit agency which serves the economically and socially disadvantaged by responding to their specific needs, enabling them to become self-sufficient and reach their full potential through individual, social, and educational development.

Services may include, but are not limited to, food commodities, emergency food, energy assistance, clothing, limited financial assistance dependent upon funding sources, family development programs, special housing programs, and telephone assistance. Other community programs may be available, call your local office for details.

IDA stands for Individual Development Accounts. IDAs are matched savings accounts that can only be used to save for a certain asset goal. To get more information ask to speak to an account manager.

Housing for families with seriously ill children who are being treated at any of the local medical facilities. 17 bedrooms available, two handicapped accessible. Patient has to be 18 years or younger and family member(s) must be 18 years or older. Housing only available to family members residing outside of Ada County.

Private, non-profit agency which serves the economically and socially disadvantaged by responding to their specific needs, enabling them to become self-sufficient and reach their full potential through individual, social, and educational development.

Services may include, but are not limited to, food commodities, emergency food, energy assistance, limited financial assistance dependent upon funding sources, family development programs, special housing programs, disaster services and telephone assistance. Other community programs may be available, call your local office for details.

Private, non-profit agency which serves the economically and socially disadvantaged by responding to their specific needs, enabling them to become self-sufficient and reach their full potential through individual, social, and educational development.

Services may include, but are not limited to, food commodities, emergency food, energy assistance, clothing, limited financial assistance dependent upon funding sources, family development programs, special housing programs and telephone assistance applications. Other community programs may be available, call your local office for details.

IDA stands for Individual Development Accounts. IDAs are matched savings accounts that can only be used to save for a certain asset goal. To get more information ask to speak to an account manager.

Good Samaritan Home in Boise provides low income housing to seniors, veterans, adults with disabilities, and adults of all ages who may have low, fixed incomes.

Private, non-profit agency which serves the economically and socially disadvantaged by responding to their specific needs, enabling them to become self-sufficient and reach their full potential through individual, social, and educational development.

Services may include, but are not limited to, food commodities, emergency food, energy assistance, clothing, limited financial assistance dependent upon funding sources and family development programs. Other community programs may be available, call your local office for details.

IDA stands for Individual Development Accounts. IDAs are matched savings accounts that can only be used to save for a certain asset goal. To get more information ask to speak to an account manager.

Housing to homeless individuals and families and services for self-sufficiency and recovery.

The IHFA provides homeownership, rental housing, project and business financing, and homelessness assistance programs.

Housingidaho.com is a fast, free rental housing site that helps renters, landlords, and property managers meet their housing needs throughout Idaho. 

Information about getting mortgage help, including:

• Housing Counseling
• Avoiding Scams
• Avoiding Foreclosure

Official Program of the U.S. Department of the Treasury & the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

Private, non-profit agency which serves the economically and socially disadvantaged by responding to their specific needs, enabling them to become self-sufficient and reach their full potential through individual, social, and educational development.

Services may include, but are not limited to, food commodities, emergency food, energy assistance, clothing, limited financial assistance dependent upon funding sources and family development programs. Other community programs may be available, call your local office for details.

IDA stands for Individual Development Accounts. IDAs are matched savings accounts that can only be used to save for a certain asset goal. To get more information ask to speak to an account manager.

Habitat for Humanity is a non-profit, Christian organization that helps low and moderate income families build their own homes. Since 1976, Habitat has built over 500,000 homes in over 92 countries.

Habitat Volunteers from all walks of life and all faiths work together as partners with families who otherwise couldn’t afford their own homes. Each family will contribute a minimum of 250 hours per adult of “sweat equity” toward the construction of their home.

When the house is completed, the family assumes a mortgage just like all homeowners. In addition to the mortgage, each homeowner is responsible for the insurance, taxes, utilities, maintenance, and other standard expenses.

Habitat for Humanity is a non-profit, Christian organization that helps low and moderate income families build their own homes. Since 1976, Habitat has built over 500,000 homes in over 92 countries.

Habitat Volunteers from all walks of life and all faiths work together as partners with families who otherwise couldn’t afford their own homes. Each family will contribute a minimum of 250 hours per adult of “sweat equity” toward the construction of their home.

When the house is completed, the family assumes a mortgage just like all homeowners. In addition to the mortgage, each homeowner is responsible for the insurance, taxes, utilities, maintenance, and other standard expenses.