Coronavirus Response

Over that past several weeks we've all heard and read about the Coronavirus (COVID-19). We know that people are concerned for several reasons. Our administration wants to make sure you know what AFI is doing to protect clients and staff from potential exposure. We’re closely following the recommendations from health officials to address concerns. Therefore, AFI is performing extra disinfecting of surfaces daily. We’re also encouraging everyone to continue to wash their hands extensively and OFTEN. We feel at this point those are the most effective actions to keep all of us healthy.

  • Here’s what you can do to protect yourself and your loved ones:

  • Avoid close contact with people who are sick

  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth

  • Stay home when you are sick

  • Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash

  • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds; especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing or sneezing.

  • If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Always wash hands with soap and water if hands are visibly dirty.

As you know coronavirus symptoms have included fever, cough, and/or shortness of breath and those are seen in many illnesses. Therefore, if you have any of these symptoms please stay home for the sake of all concerned. We will support that decision. AFI is a family business so we understand and care about your family as well. We want to work together to stay healthy!

Idaho Medicaid services explained

Medicaid services support Idahoans with disabilities so they can continue to live in and access their communities. These video were made by Idahoans with disabilities to educate Legislators and the public about the differences between Medicaid coverage types and services.

  1. Promotional trailer which was used in last Session's viewing at the Capital

  2. 5 minute introduction video

  3. Full video about Medicaid coverage and services





Autism Behind the Wheel: Teaching Teens and Young Adults with ASD to Drive

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Autism Behind the Wheel: Teaching Teens and Young Adults with ASD to Drive

Driving is an important milestone in the lives of teenagers and young adults. No longer do they have to ask Mom or Dad for a ride to their friends’ houses. Now they can drive themselves to school, work, and beyond, giving them more freedom over their own schedules. Learning to drive is an opportunity for teens and young adults to earn their independence.

Learning to drive is a long and complicated process, though, and for teens and young adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), learning to drive (and deciding whether to learn) has unique complications.

Click here for a link to the entire article...

DD council seeking applications

The Council Wants YOU!! 

The Council is seeking applications for the positions of

1.) Parent of a Child with Developmental Disabilities or

2.)Adult Self-Advocate with Developmental Disability or   

If you know anyone who would be a good addition to the Council, please have them complete the applications and submit them ASAP.  Application deadline: March 1st !!

 

Why Be A Council Member?

Council members are adults with developmental disabilities, parents of children with developmental disabilities, and representatives from various organizations and state agencies that fill specified Council positions. Members bring state and national focus to issues of concern to persons with developmental disabilities and their families.  As a member, after learning about these issues, you will have the opportunity to:

  • educate the public

  • inform policymakers

  • improve systems

  • support self-advocacy

  • build community capacity

What Responsibilities Do Members Have?

Council members serve for a 3-year term and attend 2-day meetings every 3 months. Meetings are held on Thursdays and Fridays in Boise, Idaho. Travel, lodging, and meal expenses for meetings are paid by the Council. Members are also expected to receive and respond to email communication concerning Council business, participate in occasional interim tele/video-conference meetings to discuss and decide critical issues, and may be asked to participate in a variety of other Council activities locally.

In advance of each quarterly meeting, members receive information packets they are required to read. The Council expects members to be aware of issues in their local communities and bring ideas, issues, and opportunities to the Council's attention.

(Packets and other materials are provided in alternative formats and other accommodations made when requested.) 

How Do I Apply?

You will find both the Council application on the ICDD website by clicking this link: https://icdd.idaho.gov/about-us/member-application/

Applications Should Be Sent By March 1 To:

info@icdd.idaho.gov or mailed to Toni Brinergar, ICDD, 700 W State St, Ste 119, Boise ID 83702

If you have questions or concerns or need an alternative format to apply, please contact:

Toni Brinegar at the e-mail above or call 208-334-2178.