IDAHO LAWS, A GUIDE FOR WOMEN AND FAMILIES
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COMMUNITY

Agency For New Americans www.agencyfornewamerican.tripod.com
Promotes self-sufficiency for refugees. Phone (208) 338-0033

Aging Care www.agingcare.com
A website for caregivers of the elderly.

The Circles Initiative
The Circles Initiative provides social, emotional, and psychological resources to help families or individuals to make the necessary changes in their lives to move out of poverty.  If you are interested in making a positive change in your life call Mar or Lori at (208) 664-8757 or email m.haberman@acommunityactionpartnership.org or l.jurado@acommunityactionpartnership.org.

Dress for Success www.dressforsuccess.org

Emergency Rent & Mercy Assistance (ERMA)
This program is under the direction of The Jesse Tree of Idaho, a non-profit organization that advocates and promotes endeavors that improve community health and well-being.  The ERMA is under the City of Boise and receives funding from public and private donations.  For information call (208) 383-9486, please dial 711 for the Idaho Relay Service.  Office hours are 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Tuesday - Thursday.

Every Child Matters
Make kids a political priority.  For more information visit www.everychildmatters.org.

Game Time www.gametimeintl.com
This is a comprehensive youth leadership development organization founded in 2001.  Their target market is youth ages 7+ in underrepresented populations and rural communities.  For more information visit their website or call (208) 240-7726.

Idaho Commission on Human Rights http://www2.iidaho.gov/ihrc/
The commission works to protect the personal dignity of residents of Idaho.

Idaho Housing and Finance
Housing Counseling Service.  This program offers free housing counseling to consumers statewide, regardless of income.  Call 1-877-438-4472 or TDD 1-800545-1833 Ext. 400 or visit their website at www.ihfa.org for more information.

Idaho Moms' Network
A local volunteer non-profit support network for stay-at-home and part-time stay -at-home parents and their children. They provide parents and their children opportunities to meet new people through fun activities and playgroups, as well as community service projects in the community. www.idahomomsnetwork.org

Idaho Rental Owners & Managers Assoc. www.idahorentalowners.org
Information and forms for Idaho Rental Owners and Mangers.  Call (208) 336-9449 or email info@idahorentalowners.org.

Idaho State University Center for New Directions www.isu.edu/departments/cnd/
The Center for New Directions assists women and men in transition to overcome personal and economic barriers.  They offer networking lunches for students in nontraditional gender occupations and single parents.  Visit their website for more information or call (208) 282-2454.

Idaho Unido www.unido.com

Idaho Women's Network www.idahowomensnetwork.org
They are a statewide non-profit organization that advocates for Idaho women, families, and communities.  They strive to strengthen democracy and promote human rights.

Intermountain Fair Housing Council www.idahofairhousing.org
The IFHC is a nonprofit organization that promotes fair housing practice for housing consumers and housing providers throughout Idaho. Phone: (208) 383-0695; Toll Free 1-800-717-0695.

National Council for Research on Women www.ncrw.org
For information and research on a state by state or national level visit their website or contact them at 212-785-7335.

Mortgage Loan Glossary www.mortgageloan.com/finance-glossary

VA Loans-Glossary http://www.vamortgagecenter.com/va_loan_glossary.htm

Salvation Army S.A.F.E. Center
The S.A.F.E. Center for emergency housing provides intact families, single parent families and single women a safe secure environment.  Each family receives a private room and single women share a room with up to two other women.  Each family or individual is provided with three meals per day, access to laundry facilities, a playground for children, and personal care products.  Case management is required for each family and single woman in the program.  Case managers assist families in setting goals that lead them to overcome their current obstacles to self-sufficiency.  The program emphasizes employment, financial management, and accessing affordable housing.  Applicants must set up an appointment and be approved for the program.  Interested applicants can call 208-433-4430. 

SEICAA Working Closet
The Working Closet is a resource for men and women working to become self-sufficient by entering the workforce.  Clothing is provided to those participants who need professional attire to attend job interviews or those who need clothing specific to their employment positions.  participants are provided with complete outfits as not charge.  If specialty items are needed (uniforms or steel-toed boots), participants are given referrals and/or vouchers to purchase them.  For more information or to make a donation, call (208) 232-1114 or visit SEICAA at 641 N. 8th Ave in Pocatello.

Senior Care Directory http://www.care.com/senior-care-p1023-articles-resources.html
This site provides a comprehensive listing of resources by state in seven categories:  housing, resources, transportation resources, home care, end-or-life care, legal resources, financial planning and management, and health care.

Soroptimist International of the Americas www.soroptimist.org
An International women's service organization.

Treasure Valley Reading Foundation www.readingfoundation.org
The mission of the Treasure Valley Reading Foundation is to ensure that every child is read with 20 minutes each day and every child reads at grade level upon completion of third grade. It is affiliated with the National Children's Reading Foundation Phone (208) 249-1417

University of Idaho Extension http://extension.ag.uidaho.edu/swfcs
The University of Idaho Extension office helps Idahoans to build better lives.  They offer programming in: Nutrition and Health, Food Safety, Financial Security and Management, Interpersonal Relationships.  Contact them through their website if you are interested in an educational program on any of these topic areas.

What Every Woman Should Know
A book published by the Social Security Administration website at http://www.ssa.gov/pubs/10127.html.

Women of Caliber
Exclusive Self-Defense and Firearms training.  Visit www.womenofcaliber.com or call 801-788-4133.

The Women of Color Alliance www.wocaonline.org
A statewide organization that honors cultural diversity through mutual support, leadership development and empowerment.  It is their mission to work toward a fair social, political, and economic system to improve the quality of life for all Women of Color in Idaho.

YWCA www.ywcaidaho.org

Zonta International www.zonta.org
An International women's service organization.

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Council on Domestic Violence and Victim Assistance  www2.state.id.us/crimevictim
Established to insure the availability of emergency shelter and crisis line services throughout Idaho for domestic violence victims and their dependent children.  Services include providing victims and advocates of victims information and referrals to Idaho domestic violence programs in their area; provide funding to organizations assisting victims of domestic violence and their children.  Phone: (208) 334-6512; (800) 291-0463; Idaho 24-hour Hotline (800) 669-3179; National Domestic Violence 24-hour Hotline (800) 799-7233.

Family Services Alliance
The FSA provides safe shelter, education, opportunity and hope to women and children victimized by domestic and sexual violence.  They promote safe and healthy families, work to end physical and mental abuse, and provide victim support.  For more information call 208-232-1114. 

Women's and Children's Alliance www.wcaboise.org
The WCA provides safe shelter, education, opportunity and hope to women and children victimized by domestic and sexual violence.  They have two shelters and two transitional homes, case management and counseling available to community members as well as those in residence, court advocacy and other supportive services.  THE 24-HOUR CRISIS HOTLINE IS 343-7025.  For more information call (208) 343-3688 or visit the website.

EDUCATION FOR CHILDREN

iSucceed Virtual High School www.isucceedvhs.net
Earn a High School Diploma from home.  This is a tuition-free alternative for students in Idaho to receive their diploma.  This is an Idaho Charter School.  Every full-time student will receive a laptop with wireless capabilities, a printer, and an Internet reimbursement.  There will be 120+ online courses in six flexible academic pathways from AP, honors, foundation and career prep.  Each student has a dedicated mentor and state certified instructors.  Enrollment deadline for Fall 2008 is May 15th.  For more information visit their website, email daniellep@isucceedvhs.net or call 1-800-211-1687 ex. 22126. 

Access to Health Insurance Program
www.AccesstoHealthInsurance.idaho.gov or 1-866-234-9488
The Access to Health Insurance is a new premium assistance program for uninsured employees of Idaho small businesses.

Autism Society of America
www.asatvc.org   or 208-336-5676

Caring Foundation For Children
The foundation provides complete dental treatment plans to children in Idaho and Utah whose families cannot afford private coverage and receive no government assistance.  These benefits are provided at no cost to qualified families.  The Idaho contact: (208) 333-7873, or toll free 1-800-938-0084, or email kmellis@regence.com.

Better Today's Better Tomorrows for Children's Mental Health www.isu.edu/irh/bettertodays
Better Today's offers an enhanced curriculum of free children's mental health training.  Contact: (208) 373-1799 or email todays@isu.edu.

Big Brothers Big Sisters www.bbbsidaho.org
This organization matches non-related adults to children in need of a friend.  For more information visit their website.

Council for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing www.cdhh.idaho.gov
Coordinates state level programs to assure accommodation and access services for the deaf and hard of hearing.

Caregiving Across the States www.link2care.net
This is an internet site offering information on every facet of care giving for dementia!  Link2Care is a secure password-protected site to protect your privacy and confidentiality.  To contact Link2Care call (800) 445-8106.

Family Caregiver Alliance www.caregiver.org
A national nonprofit resource and information center for caregivers.  Contact: (415) 434-3388 or email info@caregiver.org.

Families Together www.familiestogether.org
A nonprofit organization that believes family involvement and support are essential for individuals with disabilities to reach their potential and maintain a life that is secure and meaningful.  They offer Family Enrichment Weekends, workshops and presentations.  For more information visit their website or call 1-800-866-4864.

Idaho Federation of Families For Children's Mental Health
They provide educational opportunities, parent support, resources & referrals, youth support, and advocacy.  For more information visit www.idahofederation.org.  You can call them at 208-433-8845 or 1-800-905-3436.

Idaho Kids Count
This website has a report that explores the legal, economic and social issues for caregivers raising their relative children in Idaho.  For more information visit www.idahokidscount.org or call Patty McCrorie at (208) 336-5533 ext. 271.

Idaho Parents Unlimited, Inc
Assisting Families of Children with Disabilities.  They offer parent training and information to families.  For more information visit www.ipulidaho.org.  You can call them at 208-342-5884 or 1-800-242-4785.

Parent Alienation Syndrome www.ParentalAlienation.Ca
This is both a medical disorder and a recognized form of Child Abuse.  These problems are rooted in the conflict of divorce.  For more information visit their website or call (905) 481-0367.

United Advocates for Children who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing
This is a statewide advocacy coalition for deaf and hard of hearing children.  For more information contact Holly Thomas-Mowery at 208-855-2237 or email holly@mybearcreek.com.

For information on the many Idaho state agencies which provide assistance and health information, please visit www.idaho.gov/topical.html for a complete listing.

Also contact the 2-1-1 Careline 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. MST Monday – Friday for free referrals to a broad range of health and human services within your community and around the state. Search the 2-1-1 databases at www.idahocareline.org

JOB ANNOUNCEMENTS

Electrical Contractors
Electrician apprenticeships are available.  You must have a High School Diploma or GED and be at least 18 years of age with physical capability of performing the essential functions of the occupation.  Applications are accepted during normal business hours on a year-round basis at 4J Electric, Inc. dba Engel Electric; 3333 5th Street, Lewiston, Idaho  83501 during 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.  For more information call (208) 746-5573 or email 4jelectric@cableone.net.

Food Services of America www.fsafood.com
To apply for open positions in their company visit their website.

Idaho Department of Human Resources  www.dhr.idaho.gov

Idaho Department of Labor www.labor.idaho.gov

Idaho Transportation Department http://itd.idaho.gov/careers/Index.htm
Statewide and local positions available.  For more information contact the ITD Recruiter at careers@itd.idaho.gov or call 208-334-8664.

Southwest Central Idaho Sheet Metal Workers
The Sheet Metal Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee is seeking qualified applicants interested in serving a four (4) year apprenticeship in sheet metal work.  If you are interested contact their office at 5682 Albatros, Boise, Idaho or call (208) 362-5303.

US. Transportation Security Administration http://tsajobs.com
Transportation Security Officers needed apply online or by phone at 1-800-877-1895.  No previous experience required.

Western States Joint Boilermakers Apprenticeship Openings
For information about this program contact Boilermakers Local #182 at 801-281-9988 or Collin Keisling at 520-586-7415.

JOB TRAINING AND EDUCATION

Adult Students in Scholastic Transition Program
The Boise Chapter of Executive Women International program provides financial support and guidance to adults in the community who are in a variety of transitional situations.  Applications will be accepted through April 30 each year.  For further information call Hollie Lindner at  208-467-8531.

Center for New Directions
Boise State University www.selland.boisestate.edu/support_divisions/CND.htm
Idaho State University www.isu.edu/departments/cnd/

Flexible Workplace www.dol.gov/wb
Flex-Options encourages business owners across the country to establish or expand workplace flexibility policies and practices.  For information call (206) 553-1534 ext. 8501 or email ybarra.manuelita@dol.gov.

Idaho POST Academy
Idaho Peace Officer Standards and Training offers training in law enforcement occupations.  For more information visit their website at http://www.idaho-post.org. 

Iron Worker Apprenticeship
The Ironworkers Apprenticeship of Local 732 is actively seeking qualified applicants for their program.  If you are interested or want more information please call Ed Norton, Apprenticeship Coordinator at 208-705-4766.  Beginning wage starts at $13.03 per hour plus benefits.

On-Line Workforce Training
North Idaho College:  Workforce & Community Education Division  http://workforcetraining.nic.edu
University of Idaho:  Conference Services & Community Programs www.dfa.uidaho.edu
Lewis-Clark State College:  Workforce Training  www.lcsc.edu/wft
Boise State University:  Center for Workforce Training  http://workforcetraining.boisestate.edu/Programs/Programs.htm
Idaho State University:  Workforce Training/Special Programs  www.ed2go.com/isusat/
Eastern Idaho Technical College:  Workforce Training/Community Education www.eitc.edu/aca/welcomewft.cfm

Pro-Weld
Welding and fabrication training facility located in Nampa.  For more information contact Dominique Cote CWI/Instructor/Owner at 208-249-4911, dcproweld@yahoo.com or visit www.dcproweld.com. 

LEGAL

Catholic Charities of Idaho Family Immigration & Naturalization Program  www.CatholicIdaho.org/CatholicCharities.cfm
Provide immigration legal services to poor and low-income immigrants who are seeking assistance in preparing their cases for review by the Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration services (BCIS). Nampa: (208) 466-4442; Boise (208) 345-6031

Co-Ad Comprehensive Advocacy, Inc.  www.users.moscow.com/co-ad
Assists people with disabilities to protect, promote and advance their legal and human rights through quality legal, individual and system advocacy.  Phone:  toll-free 1-866-COADINC

Court Assistance Offices Project  www.idaho.gov/cao
A one-stop clearinghouse at the Courthouse for an array of legal information and referral for legal assistance for those seeking access to the courts.  Self-help materials for individuals processing routine case matters, predominantly in domestic relations cases.

Idaho Commission on Aging  www.idahoaging.com
Provides limited amount of legal services to seniors to assist seniors and vulnerable adults in retaining their dignity and independence by providing the options and resources to remain in their own homes and communities for as long as they choose.  Phone: (208) 334-3833; toll free (877) 471-2777

Idaho Consumer Protection Unit  www.ag.idaho.gov
The Attorney General's Consumer Protection Unit enforces Idaho's Consumer Protection, Telephone Solicitation, Pay-Per-Telephone Call, Charitable Solicitation, and Antitrust Acts.  These protect consumers, businesses and the marketplace from unfair or deceptive acts and practices.   Phone: (208) 334-2424; toll-free (800) 432-3545

Idaho Juvenile Corrections www.djc.state.id.us
For information regarding legal issues for juveniles visit their website or contact them by phone at 208-334-5100.  They offer grants to local law enforcement and community coalition projects to reduce underage drinking.  The complete guidelines and application forms are available at the website.

Idaho Legal Aid Services www.idaholegalaid.org
Over 300 legal forms are being developed to assist low-income residents of Idaho in filing legal documents, particularly in family law and housing cases. Check out this site for more information about this service.  Domestic Violence Legal Hotline:  (800) 500-2980 or 667-9559 in the Coeur d'Alene area; Senior Legal Hotline: (866) 345-0106 or 345-0106 in Boise local area.

Idaho Supreme Court www.courtselfhelp.idaho.gov
This website is a statewide public service dedicated to helping self-represented people achieve a better understanding of non-criminal court procedures and increasing access to Idaho's courts.  You can obtain forms routinely used in Idaho State Courts and other useful information.

Idaho State Bar Lawyer Referral Service  www.idaho.gov/isb
Refers each requestor to an appropriate lawyer in the referral database who practices the specific area of law requested, and in a location in Idaho near the potential client.  Phone: (208) 334-4500

Idaho Volunteer Lawyers Program  http://www2.idaho.gov/pub_info/ivlp.htm
The mission is to increase the availability of legal services to the state's low-income individuals and families by matching those in need with the donated services of volunteer attorneys and by providing volunteer lawyers for advice, consultations and case representation. Phone: (208) 334-4510; (800) 221-3295 toll-free

University of Idaho Legal Aid Clinic  www.law.uidaho.edu/clinics/
Purpose if to provide educational opportunities to University of Idaho Law Students through the provision of legal services to those who lack resources to hire an attorney. Phone: (208) 885-6541; toll free (877) 200-4455.

LEGISLATION PERTINENT TO FAMILIES AND CHILDREN
During the Idaho 2007 Legislative session you can visit this website to monitor legislation.  http://www3.state.id.us/oasis/topicind.html.
This website will be updated weekly.  If you wish to follow specific legislation visit the Access Idaho website under legislature.

PARENTING

Center for Stepfamily Development www.stepfamilyhelp.com
The Center for Stepfamily Development is a resource for Idaho stepfamilies.  Education, information and support are provided for Idaho's stepfamilies in order to create a family filled with love, security and happiness.  They offer counseling and classes to give you education, information and support.  (208) 322-2908 or email center@stepfamilyhelp.com.

Fight 4 Kids  www.fight4kids.com
Loving kids by helping parents!  On-line parenting classes, parenting advice and other information for parenting.  This is a non-profit and all classes are free.

Idaho Parents as Teachers (PAT)  www.patnc.org
Parents as Teachers is an international early childhood parent education and family support program  serving families throughout pregnancy until their child enters kindergarten (usually age 5).  The mission is to provide the information, support and encouragement parents need to help their children develop optimally during the crucial early years of life.  Contact:  Michelle Welsh, State Director at (208) 336-1070, ext. 118.

Parents Encouraging Parents (PEP) www.parentingonline.org
Consists of parents and professionals concerned about the quality of family life.  Its purpose is to promote the health of families in all aspects: physical, mental, social and emotional. PEP provides online parenting classes ranging from the techniques of building love and showing respect t your children to dealing with the string-willed or out-of-control kids.  Other issues include joint custody, divorce, separation, step parenting, stepchildren, visitation, addiction, alcohol and drug abuse. 

Parenting Tips & Information http://parentinginfo4u.com
Raising children of any age is not a simple task even with a two parent family.

Soundstart
This is a program of the Idaho Volunteer Lawyers Program.  It is a program to educate and serve the legal needs of new, low-income parents before they reach the point where emergency programs must step in.  They provide presentations on custody, paternity, support and other family topics.  For more information contact Diane Demarest at (208) 343-1542.

SEXUAL HARASSMENT

Idaho Commission on Human Rights http://www2.iidaho.gov/ihrc/
The commission works to protect the personal dignity of residents of Idaho.

Video Presentation http://fchr.state.fl.us/fchr/publications/informational_videos/fchr_sexual_harassment_video

American Business Women's Association
Association of Female Executives
Boise Metro Chamber of Commerce's Small Business Success Center
Business & Professional Women's Club
DBE Program (Disadvantaged Business Enterprise, support services providing assistance to women and minority business owners.)
eWomenNetwork
Idaho Business Review
Idaho Small Business Development Center (ISBDC - Small business training)
Idaho Small Business Legal Clinic (SBLC - Legal aid to businesses)
Idaho Small Business Solutions
Key4Women
META - Training & Assistance
National Association of Women Business Owners
National Women's Business Council
U.S. Small Business Administration (Toll-Free Answer Desk: (800) 8-ASK-SBA)
Women-In-Business
Women Work! www.womennetwork.org
U.S Women's Business Journal
U.S. Women's Chamber of Commerce

Idaho Women's Commission Business Mentoring Program

Need help in starting a business? Growing a business? Getting ahead in business? Check out our Resources and Frequently Asked Questions links for more information.

Need a to talk with a business owner?  Need a Mentor?  Check our our Idaho Women's Commission Business Mentoring Network.

If you are a Business that would like to help others please fill out our Mentor Form and send it to us to be listed on our Mentoring Network.

If you would like us to keep an eye out for a mentor to help you please fill out our Mentee Form and send it back to us.