Self Rescue Manual
A guide to community resources and services in Ada County and Canyon County.

Idaho Care Line
Provides information on free or low cost resources and services.

West Ada School District Homeless Services
Provides helpful information on homelessness, as well as available resources and services, that support children, youth, and families, who are experiencing homelessness. Services include: free after school tutoring (for students in 3rd-12th grade, who are struggling academically based on ISAT test scores), and qualification for the free breakfast and lunch program. Parents must provide transportation. Please contact the Meridian Elementary School Counselor for additional information and assistance.

Meridian Schools Clinic
provides medical, dental, and counseling services for students in the West Ada School District. They accept most insurance plans and transportation CAN be provided by the clinic to and from school for appointments

Meridian Food Bank
Provides weekend food snacks, and meals, for students in need. The food sack is typically delivered to your child's school each Friday. To sign up for the Backpack Program, please contact your MHS counselor.  

Computers for Kids
Provides free/reduced computers for students who qualify.

Sleep in Heavenly Peace
Builds and provides twin bunk beds for families in need.

Boise Bicycle Project
A non-profit community organization that refurbishes donated bikes, teaches bicycle education, offers youth programs, and bicycle giveaways, for kids in need.

Suicide Prevention Hotline
 available 24 hours a day. Call 1-208-398-4357