Self-Reliance Program-Burley, Dhw5

You can request applications either in person or by phone, but they must be submitted in writing. To receive an application packet, contact the 2-1-1 Idaho CareLine by dialing 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)** offers financial support to low-income families with children, with a 24-month lifetime limit for adults. Participants are required to pursue employment, training, or educational opportunities to qualify. Pregnant women without other children can access 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 are valid reasons otherwise. **Food Stamps** provide essential food benefits to low-income households to promote health and stabilize labor markets. **Child Care** assistance through the Idaho Child Care Program (ICCP) helps low-income families with child care costs while they work, seek employment, or attend educational programs. Qualifying families will be referred to licensed childcare providers. **Idaho Medicaid Benefit Plans** enhance health management and preventive care. Eligible individuals receive benefits tailored to their health needs through various plans, including the Basic Plan for healthy low-income individuals and the Enhanced Plan for those with disabilities. Existing programs like the Pregnant Women and Children plan and the Qualified Medicare Beneficiary Plan remain operational. **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)** supports low-income Idahoans aged 65 and older, or those who are blind or disabled. **Telephone Assistance** aids the elderly, low-income, or disabled individuals by covering installation and monthly service costs. To apply, complete an application at your local Health and Welfare office or Community Action Agency. **Emergency Assistance (EA)** supports individuals with children in need of work-related services like tools and transportation costs. **Quest Card/EBT** facilitates Food Stamps and Welfare Cash Payments. The Division of Welfare administers the Self-Reliance Program, which is available in English with interpreters accessible upon request.

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