Idaho Federation of Families for Children's Mental Health

Stipends Available to Sponsor Parent & Volunteers
We have been awarded 14 parent and potential volunteer stipends from ISU to attend the 'Awareness Action Academy' seminar on 09/08/10. TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS STIPEND YOU MUST BE REGISTERED WITH OUR OFFICE BY AUGUST 18TH. Call our office for more info.

REGION III: New Parent Support Group!
Parent Support Group: Moxie Java, Loft; Caldwell, ID August 21st @ 9:00AM * This group will take place the third Saturday of each month; please call our office for more information 1.800.905.3436

It's a Federation Celebration!
We can't believe it's that time either! It's our 10 Year Anniversary and we are looking for your support. Please visit our 10 Year Anniversary Celebration page, found as a link on our homepage, to learn more about our campaign.

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.

Back by Popular Demand...
Sibshops are workshops specifically for brothers and sisters of a child with special needs. If you know an interested family please 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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Children's Mental Health Awareness Day -

May 6th, Governer Proclamation

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.