Boundary County

Local offices in Boundary County

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Emergency help · County office

  Boundary County Office of Emergency Management

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and alertsGet help preparing for disasters and sign up for county emergency alerts.
  Call 208-290-5316Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on boundarycountyid.org

• Veterans · County office

  Boundary County Veterans Services

  6452 Kootenai St, Bonners Ferry, ID 83805

  Help here

  • Veterans servicesContact the county veterans services office for help with veterans' benefits and services.
  Call 208-267-8611DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on boundarycountyid.org

• Public health · Regional office

  Panhandle Health District, Boundary County Office

  7402 Caribou St, Bonners Ferry, ID 83805

  Help here

  • WICApply for nutrition support if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or caring for a child under five.Apply onlineRead more
  • Public health servicesContact the local health office for public health services in Boundary County.
  Call 208-267-5558DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on panhandlehealthdistrict.org

• Library · Regional office

  Boundary County District Library

  6370 Kootenai St, Bonners Ferry, ID 83805

  Help here

  • Library servicesBorrow books and other materials, use information services, and join library programs.
  Call 208-267-3750DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on boundarycountylibrary.com

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Community Action Partnership, Boundary County

  6665 Main St, Bonners Ferry, ID 83805

  Help here

  • Food bankVisit the food bank for food assistance.
  Call 208-267-3663DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on cap4action.org

• Older adults · Regional office

  Area Agency on Aging of North Idaho

  402 W. Canfield Avenue, Suite 1, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83815

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportThe agency helps older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers find local support and services.
  Call 208-667-3179DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on aaani.org

Boundary County website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Cities and towns in Boundary County

• Bonners Ferry
• Moyie Springs

Idaho programs by kind of help

These are run by Idaho and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.

• FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
• HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
• GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
• TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
• HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
• MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
• CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
• EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
• WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
• LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.

Checked on October 8, 2026

Federal help anyone can use

These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.

• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security retirement benefits

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Medicare

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.

  Call 1-800-633-4227
• Extra Help with Medicare drug costs

  Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• VA health care

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.

  Call 1-877-222-8387
• VA disability compensation and benefits

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.

  Call 1-800-827-1000
• FAFSA, the federal student aid form

  U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Federal Pell Grant

  U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Lifeline phone and internet discount

  Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.

  Call 1-800-234-9473
• Head Start and Early Head Start

  U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.

  Call 1-866-763-6481
• IRS Free File

  Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.

• VITA and TCE free tax help

  Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.

  Call 1-800-906-9887
• Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

  Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.

  Call 1-800-829-1040
• Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)

  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.

• Replace a Social Security card

  Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• FEMA disaster assistance

  Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.

  Call 1-800-621-3362

Checked on October 9, 2026