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This article has information, resources, and advice for caregivers of those diagnosed with a type of cancer called Mesothelioma.

A parent is a child’s first and most important teacher. But we know that children don’t come with an instruction manual. This FREE program is designed to provide parents with information and to help build their children’s intellectual, language, social, and physical development from birth to kindergarten age.
Each stage in a child’s development is important and comes with opportunities for learning. Parents as Teachers helps guide parents through these stages and gives them tools for success.
Parents and caregivers residing in Ada or Elmore County who are pregnant or have children birth to kindergarten age can participate in the program. Other eligibility criteria apply.

WICAP serves Western Idaho to help low-income families in the community improve their lives and the lives of others. Their programs include early childhood education (Headstart), childcare, employment and education services, money management, energy assistance (heating), Temporary Food Assistance Program, a food pantry, and other emergency services. They have offices in four counties: Adams, Payette, Washington, & Gem. Canyon county has mobile services.

This workbook is specifically designed for Idaho family caregivers caring for someone with dementia. You can either request a printed copy to be shipped to you or you can download it.

Developmental screenings and special education services for children aged three and over. Contact your local school district to get more information about Early childhood screenings in your area.

Find a head start location near you using this website.

Findhelpidaho.org connects Idahoans seeking help with resources in their local community. It’s free, confidential, easy to use, and provides up-to-date information in more than 100 languages.
Through community collaboration and support, findhelpidaho.org works to improve health and social outcomes throughout Idaho.

We recommend using this statewide resource database if you need a resource that is not caregiver-specific or in the ICA Resource Database.

Navigators can help you find resource using a statewide resource database. They can help find resources to address various concerns including employment, food, domestic violence, housing, mental health, transportation, medical care, and more. Navigators can help with rental and deposit assistance for families with children in the home who qualify. They have an online resource list: https://211-idaho.communityos.org/

501(c)3 nonprofit focused on improving the health and well-being of American Indians, Alaska Natives and other indigenous people as they move through the aging spectrum. They have initiatives specifically targeting indigenous communities on various topics including brain health, dementia friends, wandering, caregiving, elder justice, and cancer prevention.

Powerful Tools for Caregivers classes help caregivers take better care of themselves while caring for a friend or relative.