Self-Reliance Program-Payette, Dhw3

Applications can be requested either in person or via phone, but they must ultimately be submitted in writing. To receive an application packet by mail, contact the 2-1-1 Idaho CareLine (dial 2-1-1 or 1-800-926-2588). The Self-Reliance programs encompass several types of assistance: **Cash Assistance (TAFI, Temporary Assistance for Families in Idaho) provides financial support to low-income families with children. Adults are subject to a 24-month lifetime cap and must actively pursue employment, training, or education to qualify. Pregnant women without other children can only receive TAFI if they have a medical condition preventing work and are in their last trimester. Unmarried minors with children must reside with their parents unless there is a valid reason otherwise.** Food Stamps offer necessary food benefits to low-income households to promote health and stabilize seasonal and low-income labor markets. **Child Care. The Idaho Child Care Program (ICCP) assists low-income families with child care expenses while they are employed, seeking work, or participating in training or educational programs. Eligible families will be referred to licensed childcare providers through the ICCP referral program. Benefits are determined on a sliding-fee scale.** Idaho Medicaid Benefit Plans. Medicaid aims to enhance health, identify new health issues early, and manage existing health problems. Eligible individuals receive benefits tailored to their health requirements. The available plans include: - Medicaid Basic Plan, designed for healthy low-income children and adults with eligible dependents, offering comprehensive health, prevention, and wellness benefits. Most Medicaid participants are enrolled in this plan. - Medicaid Enhanced Plan, catering to individuals with disabilities or special health needs, includes all Basic Plan benefits plus additional services. Existing programs remain effective post-July 2006: 1. The Pregnant Women and Children (PWC) plan provides medical assistance for qualifying pregnant women. 2. The CHIP program has been replaced; children eligible under the State Children's Health Insurance Program (Title XXI) will now enroll in Idaho Medicaid and one of the two aforementioned plans. 3. Qualified Medicare Beneficiary Plan (QMB) covers only Medicare-paid services. **The Children's Access Card offers premium assistance for eligible children, providing up to $100 monthly or $300 for families with three or more children.** Aid to the Aged, Blind, and Disabled (AABD) delivers cash assistance and medical coverage to low-income Idaho residents aged 65 or older, or those who are blind or disabled (disability must be confirmed by the Social Security Administration). **Telephone Assistance is available for the elderly, low-income, or disabled individuals, helping with installation and monthly service costs. Applications can be completed at local Health and Welfare offices or Community Action Agencies.** Emergency Assistance (EA) offers support for individuals with children at home needing work-related services, such as tools or transportation expenses. **Quest Card/EBT (Electronic Benefits Transfer) facilitates Food Stamps and Welfare Cash Payments. The Division of Welfare administers the Self-Reliance Program. Available languages include English and Spanish.

Intake Procedure: Applications can be made through calls or in-person visits; written submissions are mandatory.