Idaho Federation of Families for Children's Mental Health

New Parent Networking Group in Region IV!
This is a great opportunity to join parents from around the Treasure Valley! This group will take place at The Flicks (646 Fulton Street); the 3rd Wednesday of each month @ 7:30pm - 8:30pm in Boise. Please call our office for more information.

Now Hiring Region III Family Support Specialist
We are currently looking to fill our Region III Family Support Specialist position and encourage all interested parties to contact our office at 208.433.8845 for an application and more information.

Looking for Region IV Youth Facilitator
Please contact our Youth Coordinator, Nicole Gustafson at our office 208.433.8845 for an application.

Grant for Peer-to-Peer Support for Families
of children with mental health needs. We thank: the Archie B. Teater Fund for Children with Disabilities in the Idaho Community Foundation as the grantor for this generous grant.

Seeking Respite Care Providers:
The current lack of respite care providers statewide has produced a critical need. We are searching for people who already care deeply about children. Can you extend your compassion to families with special needs children? Call us at 1-800-905-3436.


Full News Section

The Idaho Federation of Families works to develop a coalition of groups and individuals to educate policy makers, professional organizations, legislators, educators, and the public about the needs of children with emotional, behavioral, and mental disorders and their families.

We provide the following:

Family and youth involvement advocacy
Parent to Parent support in all regions
Idaho Youth Council
Education and trainings
Resource library
Information on legislation affecting families

Community Resource and Referral

We have an online resource guide as well as an in-house library.

Parent Education and Information:

Education Planning and Support
Transition Planning
Parenting a child with an emotional, behavioral or mental disorder
How To Advocate for Your Child

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The Message Board
is a good place to find answers to your questions, to talk with other parents just like you, and to be a part of our online community!


Message Board

Having a difficult time finding a respite care provider? We may be able to help! As a respite care clearinghouse we have an online listing of registered respite care providers available.