Self-Reliance Program-Idaho Falls, Dhw7

Individuals can request applications either in person or over the phone, but they must submit them 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 consist of several components: **Cash Assistance (TAFI, Temporary Assistance for Families in Idaho) offers financial support to low-income families with children, with adults facing a 24-month lifetime cap. Participants must actively seek employment, training, or education to qualify. Pregnant women without other children may qualify for TAFI only 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 provide essential nutrition benefits to low-income households, aiding in the stabilization of seasonal and low-income job markets. **Child Care. The Idaho Child Care Program (ICCP) helps subsidize child care expenses for low-income families who are employed, job-seeking, enrolled in training or education, or in need of preventive services. Eligible families will be referred to licensed child care providers through the ICCP. Call 2-1-1 or 1-800-926-2588 for assistance. Benefits are determined on a sliding-fee scale.** Idaho Medicaid Benefit Plans have expanded to enhance health management and early problem detection. Eligible individuals receive benefits tailored to their health needs through various plans, including: - Medicaid Basic Plan, which covers healthy low-income children and adults with dependent children, offering comprehensive health and wellness benefits. Most Medicaid participants fall under this plan. - Medicaid Enhanced Plan, designed for individuals with disabilities or special health requirements, which includes all Basic Plan benefits plus additional services. Existing programs remain operational post-July 2006: 1. The Pregnant Women and Children (PWC) plan offers medical assistance for women with verified pregnancies. 2. The CHIP program is now integrated into Idaho Medicaid for children meeting income criteria. 3. Qualified Medicare Beneficiary Plan (QMB) is limited to Medicare-covered services. **The Children's Access Card provides premium assistance for eligible children, offering up to $100 monthly or $300 for families with three or more children.** Aid to the Aged, Blind, and Disabled (AABD) delivers cash and medical benefits to low-income Idahoans aged 65 and older, or those who are blind or disabled (with disability verified by the Social Security Administration). **Telephone Assistance is available for elderly, low-income, or disabled individuals to help 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 in the home who require work-related services such as tools or transportation expenses. **Quest Card/EBT (Electronic Benefits Transfer) is used for Food Stamps and Welfare Cash Payments. The Division of Welfare administers the Self-Reliance Program. Services are available in English and Spanish.

Intake Procedure: Applications can be initiated via phone or in person; written submissions are mandatory.