Idaho Federation of Families for Children's Mental Health

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

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.

Many Thanks!!
We are very grateful to the following foundations for their generous contributions: Gladys E Langroise Advised Fund in the Idaho Community Foundation and the Kissler Family Foundation Philanthropic Gift Fund in the Idaho Community Foundation.

$2000 Grant for Mentoring Program for Children
with mental illnesses transitioning to adulthood. We thank: Frank and Dorothy Peavey Memorial Fund, the Archie B. Teater Fund for Children with Disabilities, and the Southwestern Region Greatest Need Fund in the ICF as the grantor for this generous grant.

New Business Members!
The Federation proudly welcomes the following new business members: Intermountain Hospital; Four Rivers Mental Health; Portneuf Valley Family Center; Community Partnerships of Idaho, Inc.; and Kootenai Behavioral Health Center.


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.