Reentry and transitional housing in Idaho

SNAP (food stamps)

Apply online through idalink, by phone, or at a Health and Welfare field office. Bring an ID if you have one. An interview is required. If approved, your EBT card is given in the office or mailed within 10–14 days.

877-456-1233 · Website (opens in new tab)

Source: Idaho DHW: Apply for SNAP (opens in new tab)

Food pantries and soup kitchens (TEFAP)

Idaho Health and Welfare's map lists food pantries, food banks and soup kitchens, including sites that hand out free USDA food (TEFAP) to people who meet income rules. A food box usually covers 3–5 days. Call the site first.

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Source: Idaho DHW: TEFAP (opens in new tab)

211 Idaho CareLine

We didn't find a state clothing voucher program on Idaho's official sites. Dial 2-1-1 (Health and Welfare's CareLine) for local help with clothing, shelter, food and other basics. IDOC's reentry site also points to churches, nonprofits and thrift shops for clothing and supplies.

2-1-1 or 800-926-2588

Source: Idaho DHW (opens in new tab)

State ID card at release (IDOC)

Ask your case manager before release: IDOC can issue an Idaho ID card as part of discharge. If you didn't get one, go to your county DMV office after release.

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Source: Idaho DOC Reentry Resources (opens in new tab)

Idaho ID card (county DMV)

Apply in person at a county DMV office with proof of identity, citizenship or lawful presence, and Idaho residency. A 4-year ID costs $15 (age 21+). A free ID is available if you're getting services from an Idaho homeless shelter or relief agency (ITD form 3530); that also qualifies you for a free Idaho birth certificate.

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Source: Idaho Transportation Department (opens in new tab)

Idaho birth certificate

Order by mail ($16 per copy, about 3–5 weeks) or online through VitalChek (extra fee). Mail the request form, a copy of your signed ID and a check or money order to Idaho Vital Records, PO Box 83720, Boise, ID 83720-0036.

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Source: Idaho DHW Vital Records (opens in new tab)

Idaho Medicaid

Apply online through idalink, by phone, or at a field office. You can apply before release so coverage is ready sooner. You also get a 60-day window after release to sign up for a Marketplace plan.

877-456-1233 · Website (opens in new tab)

Source: Idaho DHW: Apply for Medicaid (opens in new tab)

Lifeline (federal phone/internet discount)

Lifeline lowers the monthly cost of phone or internet service if you're on SNAP or Medicaid or have a low income. Apply through USAC's National Verifier.

(800) 234-9473 · Website (opens in new tab)

Source: USAC Lifeline (FCC program) (opens in new tab)

Idaho Department of Labor offices

Free help with job searches, resumes, training and unemployment claims. Main offices: Boise (317 W. Main St., 208-332-3575), Caldwell, Idaho Falls, Lewiston, Pocatello, Post Falls and Twin Falls, plus mobile locations.

208-332-3575 · Website (opens in new tab)

Source: Idaho Department of Labor (opens in new tab)

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Call or text 988, any time, for a mental health or substance use crisis.

988 · Website (opens in new tab)

Source: official (opens in new tab)

Idaho adult crisis centers

Adults 18+ in a mental health or substance use crisis, including withdrawal, can stay up to 24 hours and get a bed, food and care from professionals.

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Source: Idaho DHW: Statewide Crisis Centers (opens in new tab)

Substance use treatment (Magellan of Idaho for DHW)

Magellan runs Idaho's state-funded substance use treatment and recovery network for Health and Welfare.

1-855-202-0973

Source: Idaho DHW (opens in new tab)

SAMHSA National Helpline

Free, confidential treatment referral, 24/7.

1-800-662-4357 · Website (opens in new tab)

Source: official (opens in new tab)