Resource Library

Best Practice Caregiving is an online resource for those caring for individuals with Dementia. This database contains information on more than 40 Dementia caregiving programs.

Daughterhood is an online and in-person peer support group for those caring for aging parents, family members, and friends. They provide education through webinars, blog posts, and information shared through the support groups.

The National Alliance on Mental Health provides a source of information and resources for those with a mental illness and their families and caregivers. They offer education and support groups for both individuals with mental illness and their families and caregivers. Call NAMI Idaho for local resources like support groups (in-person and online) and educational training. Email them for more information: idahonami@gmail.com. Find the NAMI Idaho in your area: NAMI TV (Treasure Valley), NAMI WRV (Wood River Valley), NAMI UV (Upper Valley), NAMI CDA (Coeur d’Alene), and NAMI FN (Far North).

Rays for Rare supports for medically fragile children through advocacy, support, and education for the child and their care provider. Supports available include family events, housekeeping, meal service, support groups and more.

The ALS Association Idaho chapter provides support groups for those living with ALS, their caregivers, friends, and loved ones. Their meetings include educational presentations and representatives for resources in the community. They also have other services like resource navigation, education, and consultation on the use of assistive technology/equipment.

The Family Caregiver Navigator project is a free referrral service that helps connect caregivers to services and supports in their community.

As a Community Action Agency, in addition to providing direct aid, they provide both active support and crisis intervention. EICAP places a high value on dignity and self-respect. Through resources from the government, churches, individuals and the overall community, they work to empower people.

This Office on Aging works to promote independence through dignity and choice. Their goal is to provide an environment where people can live in their homes as long as they can, as safely as they can, and as comfortably as they can

Area IV Agency on Aging provides support groups, wellness groups, and other supports for caregivers.

The Southwest Idaho Area Agency on Aging provides solutions for caregivers and those with disabilities. They accomplish this through comprehensive information, advocacy, and planning efforts.