Resource Library

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.

WRAP (Wellness Recovery Action Planning) is a peer-support group for families, caregivers, love ones and/or the person living with mental illness. They follow the Mary Ellen Copeland model & a few other helpful learning tools that will enhance your mental wellbeing. They meet every Wednesday from 4:00 -5:00 p.m.. PST

Naloxone (brand name Narcan) is the medication that can reverse an opioid overdose. Learn more about how naloxone might help you or someone you love, how you can begin carrying naloxone, and where you can find naloxone in your community. DHW has relaunched the naloxone distribution program. Click on the link to request free naloxone.

The ProActive Youth and Family Crisis Center is designed to fulfill the need for youth-focused crisis services for youth experiencing a mental health or substance abuse crisis. Services are free and available 24/7, 365 days a year. Youth and their families may walk into Twin Falls Idaho location at any time. 

Hays House provides shelter and support for kids, ages 9 to 17, who are runaways, homeless, victims of abuse or neglect, or just need a safe place to stay.

The only helpline for Treasure Valley kids that is on-call and available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

The Pathways Community Crisis Center operates 24 hours, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. They serve individuals 18 years and older experiencing a behavioral health crisis including substance abuse challenges. Pathways Community crisis center provides a safe, non-judgmental environment, linkage to community resources, and referrals for ongoing care at no cost to those they serve. The center welcomes all adults regardless of background. Individuals may stay at the center up to 23 hrs and 59 minutes in one episode of care. During that time, services will include: Medical Screening, Behavioral Health Assessment, Risk Assessment, Solution Focused Counseling, Case Management, and Peer Support.

Pathways Youth Community Support Center serves youth between the ages of 12-17 experiencing a behavioral health crisis, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation or social economic status. The center operates 24 hours, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Pathways Youth Community support center provides a safe, non-judgmental environment, linkage to community resources, and referrals for ongoing care at no cost to those we serve. Individuals may stay at the center up to 23 hours and 59 minutes in one episode of care. During that time, services will include: Medical Screening, Behavioral Health Assessment, Risk Assessment, Solution Focused Counseling, Case Management, and Peer Support.

Idaho Crisis & Suicide Hotline (ICSH) provides 24/7 free and confidential behavioral health crisis support that helps Idahoans lead healthier, more productive lives. You can call or text 9-8-8.

If your area code differs from Idaho, you will not be routed to the Idaho Crisis and Suicide Hotline. You will be directed to the area code’s state’s suicide hotline. The Idaho Crisis and Suicide Hotline direct phone number is 1-800-273-8255.

This is a list of Idaho Senior Centers from Idaho Care Planning Council. Senior centers can often have different resources to help family caregivers, like prepared meals or social activities. Call the senior center in your community to find out what resources they have.