Help for trafficking survivors in Idaho
We've found 9 places in Idaho for people leaving trafficking, mostly in Boise and Coeur d'Alene, and 7 that serve the whole state. Our volunteers haven't confirmed these yet, so a quick call ahead is worth it. Most of them help with legal help (5), shelter & housing (4) and safety & protection (4).
Places in Idaho
211 Idaho CareLine
Free statewide information and referral line that points Idahoans toward food, housing, utility, and health help from nonprofits and faith groups. Dial 2-1-1 or text 898211 during weekday hours to reach a resource specialist.
Idaho Coalition Against Sexual & Domestic Violence
Idaho's statewide coalition for survivors of domestic and sexual violence. It is a clearinghouse that trains and supports local programs rather than a direct shelter; people in immediate need are directed to the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233, and the coalition can connect callers with a local Idaho program.
Women's and Children's Alliance
Boise's domestic abuse and sexual assault program, running a 24-hour hotline plus emergency and transitional shelter, court advocacy, safety planning, case management, therapy, support groups, and financial empowerment classes. Start by calling the hotline; shelter location is confidential.
Safe Passage
North Idaho's domestic and sexual violence center in Coeur d'Alene, offering a 24-hour helpline, emergency and extended shelter, hospital response at Kootenai Health, court advocacy, housing support, and counseling. Office is open weekdays; the helpline runs every day of the year.
Idaho Anti-Trafficking Coalition
Idaho's trafficking-specific provider, with a 24/7 crisis line you can call or text. Case managers offer crisis intervention, safety planning, needs assessment, advocacy through criminal and civil cases, emergency items like food and hygiene products, and safe housing. Office is in Eagle; housing locations are confidential.
Idaho Legal Aid Services Advice Line
Free civil legal help for low-income Idahoans, with dedicated intake tracks for domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking and sex trafficking survivors, seniors, and public benefits problems. Phone intake runs Monday through Wednesday late morning; online applications are accepted any time. Offices in Boise, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Falls, Lewiston, Nampa, Pocatello, and Twin Falls.
Idaho Bureau of Vital Records and Health Statistics
Issues certified copies of Idaho birth certificates for births from July 1911 forward, which you will need for a state ID, benefits, or work. Call for ordering instructions; births outside Idaho must be ordered from that state.
Idaho DMV Driver's License and ID Cards
Idaho ID cards and driver's licenses are issued at county sheriff or assessor DMV offices, not a state office. You must show proof of citizenship or lawful presence, identity, Idaho residency, and name. Some counties require appointments; the ITD contact center answers questions weekdays.
idalink Benefits Portal (SNAP and Medicaid)
Idaho's single online application for SNAP food assistance, Medicaid, and other DHW programs. Apply at idalink.idaho.gov; a customer support line handles login and application problems.
National lines that work in Idaho
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 for any mental health or substance use crisis. Available to anyone in any program.
Lifeline free phone program
Free or discounted phone and service for people on Medicaid, SNAP, SSI, or low income. Apply online or through a carrier.
National Human Trafficking Hotline
24/7 confidential hotline for survivors of trafficking and people who suspect it. Connects to vetted local services.