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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.

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.

The Wardrobe: Treasure Valley is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that provides customized clothing orders at no charge to Idaho’s youth in foster and kinship care. Christmas assistance also available.

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.

Idaho Legal Aid Services, Inc. is a non-profit law firm that does not charge for their services. Their offices cannot assist with criminal matters. They can assist with the following matters:

 Legal assistance to survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, and
stalking.
 Legal assistance to seniors age 60 and older and vulnerable adults (including fraud)
 Housing
 Legal assistance to Tribal members
 All low-income fraud victims, including those under 60, in the 5th, 6th, and 7th Judicial Districts

Statewide offices/services:
 Coeur d’Alene
 Lewiston
 Nampa
 Boise
 Twin Falls
 Pocatello
 Idaho Falls