Center for New Directions External Resources
Center for New Directions is committed to maintaining an accurate and up-to-date resource list for our community. However, information may change without notice.
If you need assistance and do not find a resource that fits your situation, please contact the Center for New Directions at (208) 535-3500 to speak with a counselor.
Crisis & Hotlines
211
The 211 Idaho CareLine is a free, statewide community information and referral service, and is a program of the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare. With a comprehensive database including programs that offer free or low-cost health and human services or social services.
Find Help Idaho
Connects Idahoans seeking help with resources in their local community. It's free, confidential, easy to use, and provides up-to-date information.
Suicide Hotlines
The suicide prevention hotline is available to call or text 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, year-round. Internet chat is also available at:
Idaho Crisis and Suicide Hotline
Call or Text 9-8-8
Clothing
St. Vincent de Paul
At St. Vincent de Paul, we help people in need by assisting with food, housing expenses, clothing, furniture, and other basic human needs.
805 S. Holmes Ave, Idaho Falls
(208) 522-6280
Mon, Wed, Fri 1:00 PM- 4:00 PM
https://idahofallsstvincentdepaul.org/
Safety & Crisis Support
Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Center & Child Advocacy Center:
24-hour crisis phone line (208-235-2412), free crisis line (1-866-342-2483)
Emergency Shelter for victims and their immediate family who are in imminent danger, Support and education groups for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, Victim advocacy, Court advocacy and support services, Community education, Individual counseling
1050 Memorial Drive, Idaho Falls
(208) 529-4352
https://www.dvsacac.org/
Rexburg Crisis Center
Program services include a 24-hour crisis line, shelter, crisis intervention services, immediate on-scene intervention with Law Enforcement, referral to emergency medical services, and legal advocacy.
(208) 356-0065
16 E. Main Street, Rexburg
https://familycrisiscenter.wixsite.com/familycrisiscenter
Job Search & Career Resources
Employee Services LDS
Resume Writing, Job Leads and Networking, Interview Practice, Personalized Coaching, Computer and Printer Access, and Active Job Search Groups
If you cannot visit the employment center, one-on-one coaching is available through web conferencing or telephone.
2887 E 17th Street, Ammon, ID 83406
(208) 314-4529
Tuesday 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Wednesday 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/life/help-for-job-seekers?lang=eng
Idaho Department of Labor
Job search, Job training and career exploration, Unemployment services, Idaho LAUNCH, Next Steps Idaho, Apprenticeships, Veterans services, Able to work, Farmworker services.
1515 E Lincoln Rd, Idaho Falls, ID 83401
(208) 557-2500
https://www.labor.idaho.gov
Community Council of Idaho
We develop strategies that in turn will assist farmworkers to increase their skill development in areas including: trade, educational, and professional skills.
1349 S. Holmes Ave, Idaho Falls
(208) 524-0980
https://communitycouncilofidaho.org/employment-training/
Food Assistance
Community Food Basket
245 N. Placer Ave, Idaho Falls
(208) 524-0994
Mon: 3-5 PM, Tues, Wed, Fri: 4-5 PM, Thurs 5-6 PM
6 per household every 6 months
https://feedidahofalls.org/
Food Box Distribution and Food Pantry at Community Council of Idaho
1349 S Holmes Ave, Idaho Falls
(208) 524-0980
https://communitycouncilofidaho.org/
Food Box Distribution at the City of Refuge
840 Park Avenue, Idaho Falls
(208) 745-3352
Mon- Thurs 1:00 PM- 3:00 PM
1 per household every 30 days
https://ifrescuemission.org/meals/
Salvation Army
605 N Blvd. Idaho Falls
(208) 522-7200
Mon- Thurs 9:30 AM- 12:30 PM
https://idahofalls.salvationarmy.org/
St. Vincent De Paul
805 S. Holmes Ave, Idaho Falls
(208) 522-6280
Mon, Wed, Fri 1:00 PM- 4:00 PM
https://idahofallsstvincentdepaul.org/
Medical & Health Resources
Grand Peaks Medical
Community Family Clinic
Idaho Department of Health and Welfare
Supplmental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Medicaid applications for adults and children
150 Shoup Ave, Idaho Falls
(208) 528- 5780
https://healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/
Eastern Idaho Public Health
Clinical Services such as immunization services, women’s health checks, Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) supplemental nutrition
1250 Hollipark Drive, Idaho Falls
(208) 522-0310
https://eiph.id.gov/
Free Meals & Meal Programs
The Soup Kitchen
301 S Blvd. Idaho Falls
(208) 589-3310
Tues- Sat 12 PM- 1 PM
https://ifsoupkitchen.org/
Idaho Falls Rescue Mission
380 E St. Idaho Falls
(208) 745-3352
Everyday 6 PM- 6:45 PM
Sunday/Monday 12 PM- 1PM
https://ifrescuemission.org/
People in Need Coalition (PINC) Grab & Go Kitchen
1800 E. 12th St. Idaho Falls
First Christian Church
Monday, Wednesday, Friday 11:30 AM- 1:00PM
Housing & Shelter
Idaho Falls Rescue Mission
Men’s Services
840 Park Ave, Idaho Falls
(208) 522-5575
Women’s and Family Services
2480 S Yellowstone, Idaho Falls
(208) 523-6413
https://ifrescuemission.org/
EICAP- Eastern Idaho Community Action Partnership
Website maintains current list of low-income housing
935 E. Lincoln Rd. Idaho Falls
(208) 522-5391
https://www.eicap.org/housing/
Idaho Housing and Finance Association
Assistance to resources that help find Idahoans find and maintain housing as well as rental assistance programs
(208) 522-6002
https://www.idahohousing.com/
CLUB, Inc.
CLUB, Inc. is a nonprofit agency providing housing to homeless individuals and families, and services to foster self-sufficiency and recovery.
Access to lunch/ showers/ laundry possible as well.
(208) 529-4673
https://clubinc.org/
Community Council of Idaho
Assistance with rent, utility/energy bills
July-June as funding is available
1349 S Holmes Ave, Idaho Falls
(208) 524-0980
https://communitycouncilofidaho.org/
Promise Ridge
For women and children who are experiencing a housing crisis. They can house 5 families at a time in a family focused atmosphere.
https://www.promiseridge.org/
(208) 346-8320
Needs-Based Support Programs
The resources in this section provide a variety of support services, including food assistance, utility bill assistance, emergency rent assistance, housing resources, and others. Because programs and eligibility requirements vary, some resources may be more appropriate than others depending on your situation. If you need assistance determining which resource best meets your current needs, please contact the Center for New Directions to speak with a counselor.
EICAP- Eastern Idaho Community Action Partnership
935 E. Lincoln Rd. Idaho Falls
(208) 522-5391
Food Distribution, Energy Assistance Winter Heating Program, Energy Assistance Crisis Program, Housing Assistance
https://www.eicap.org/
St. Vincent De Paul
805 S Holmes Ave, Idaho Falls
(208) 528-9979
One-time vouchers for utilities, rent, gas/auto, medical prescription costs, food purchases, miscellaneous
https://idahofallsstvincentdepaul.org/
Center for New Directions
Creek Building 5, Room 591 | Hours: M-F: 8-5 | Summer: M-F 7:30-4
