Becoming a mother for the first time is an exciting experience, and also a challenging one. Nurse-Family Partnership (NFP) is a free, voluntary program that partners first-time moms with registered nurses in Kootenai, Bonner, Boundary, Benewah and Shoshone counties. Through regular visits, nurses provide support, education, guidance and encouragement to first-time moms during pregnancy and until the child turns 2 years of age.

Nurse-Family Partnership is an evidence-based program with more than three decades of research demonstrating an improvement in pregnancy outcomes for women as well as an improvement in the health and development of their babies. It also works to improve economic independence for the family. First-time moms are encouraged to enroll as early as possible. Nurse-Family Partnership also encourages fathers, family members and even friends to get involved in the visits in order to learn how they can best support mom and her baby.
Visit the website for more info and to fill out a referral form: https://panhandlehealthdistrict.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/NFP_PAT-Fax-Referral-Form-fillable.pdf

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ACCESS Care at Home strives to help you live happily and safely in the comfort of your home. Based in Kellogg, Idaho, and serving Bonner, Kootenai, and Shoshone Counties, our team of experienced caregivers, provides personal care services, transitional management, and much more. Whether you are recovering from an illness or injury, in need of senior care services, or require support and company, our team wants to provide you with the attention you need. Call us at 208-783-0100.

Lifeline is a federal benefit that lowers the monthly cost of phone or internet service.
1. Qualifying is the first step to getting your Lifeline Benefit. Use the Lifeline National Verifier to enter your information, create an account, and see if you qualify.
2. Choose a phone or internet company If you qualify, you will have 90 days to Choose a phone or internet company and sign up for service with them. You can also ask your current company to apply your Lifeline benefit to a service you are already getting.
3. Sign Up Start getting phone or internet service with your Lifeline benefit.

708 North Division Street, Pinehurst, ID, Check the Real Life Ministries Facebook page for upcoming events: https://www.facebook.com/rlmsilvervalley

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ValueCore Mental Health & Psychiatric Services
ValueCore provides in-person and telehealth psychiatry & therapy services in Oregon, Washington & Idaho experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, relationship issues, and other mental health concerns.

The Shop-With-A-Cop program is a heartwarming initiative that brings together underprivileged children and local law enforcement officers. This program generously provides these children with money to shop for gifts not only for their families but also for themselves. Funded entirely by donations, this initiative is a beacon of hope for the less fortunate.

The selection process involves collaboration between law enforcement officers and grade school administrators, who identify deserving children from kindergarten to 6th grade. These youngsters, carefully chosen during the end-of-the-year holiday season, are given the opportunity to shop at local stores. Each child is allocated a specific amount of money, usually around $100, adjusted based on the size of their immediate family.

The primary goal of this event is to cultivate positive relationships between young individuals and law enforcement officers. After their shopping spree, the children are invited to enjoy lunch with all the dedicated law enforcement personnel. Following the meal, they have the chance to wrap the gifts they've selected, all while continuing to interact with the police officers.

Ultimately, the Shop-With-A-Cop program not only spreads joy during the holiday season but also strengthens the bond between the community's youth and the officers who serve and protect them. This meaningful experience leaves a lasting impact on the lives of these children and fosters a sense of unity and understanding within the community.

How to Participate

If you know of any children who could benefit from the Shop-With-A-Cop program, please send us a nomination form informing us of who they are. We are looking for children that meet the following criteria:

The child must be in kindergarten through 6th grade
The child must have a social or economic need
The child must live within Shoshone County
ONLY (2) children per household will be accepted
Applications are due no later than December 4th at 5 PM

If you would like to donate to the program or nominate a child, please call (208) 753-9001 or email j.woody@cityofosburn.org.

NIC’s Adult Education Center is designed to help start and restart opportunities! Our program can help you prepare for the GED® (16 and up), get into college or improve your skills to gain a better job. No matter the reason, tuition is free and learning materials are provided. The AEC allows students to progress at their own pace and offers small group instruction to achieve goals set for each individual student. Classes can be taken online. For more information or to get started call (208) 665-5099 or e-mail aec@nic.edu.