Overview
Idaho Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (IDVR) is a state-federal program dedicated to assisting individuals with disabilities in preparing for, obtaining, maintaining, advancing in, and regaining employment. IDVR provides pre-employment transition services to support students ages 14-21 by working closely with the schools throughout the state. Students and youth, in or out of school, may also be eligible to receive a range of services to support their journey from secondary education to their long-term employment goals. These services could include vocational counseling and guidance, job-related services, medical treatment services to address the disability, rehabilitation technology, and training related services.
Services
Serves students ages 14 - 21
Pre-Employment Transition Services:
- Work readiness training
- Job exploration counseling
- Self-advocacy training
- Work-based learning experiences
- Counseling on postsecondary options
Video
Get to know Idaho Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (IDVR) more. The 5-minute video explains how IDVR helps students with disabilities explore careers, learn job skills, and prepare for work through Pre‑Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) and employer partnerships.
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Overview
Idaho Parents Unlimited (IPUL) helps families of children and youth with disabilities by providing reliable information, training, and support related to special education, health information, and arts integrated education for children and youth. They empower parents to make informed decisions and advocate for their children, and they empower youth with disabilities to advocate for themselves. IPUL connects families with service providers to find solutions that benefit everyone. They also work to bring about changes that ensure fair access to services and opportunities. Their goal is to create inclusive and accessible communities for all, and they stress the importance of families being involved in decision-making at every level. IPUL makes sure their services are available to all families, regardless of language, disability, or cultural background. IPUL is Idaho's Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center, a role that exists in every state as required by the IDEA law, under part D.
Services
Serves ages birth - 26
- Secondary IEP training
- Regional youth to adulthood transition coordinators
- Self-guided learning modules
- Assistance navigating community resources
- Bulding a Bridge, a transition guidebook
Video
Get to know Idaho Parents Unlimited (IPUL) more. The 5-minute video introduces IPUL and how they support families through guidance, training, advocacy, and youth programs that build skills and confidence.
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Overview
Idaho Centers for Independent Living (CILs) provide essential services to empower individuals with disabilities to live independently. They offer resources such as peer support, advocacy, and skills training to enhance self-sufficiency and community integration. The centers operate under the principles of consumer control, self-help, and equal access. They collaborate with public agencies and private organizations to improve the quality of life for Idahoans with disabilities. Overall, the CILs strive to break down systemic barriers and promote inclusion and integration for people with disabilities throughout Idaho. There are three regional Centers for Independent Living in Idaho who are supporting the IPP Grant:
Services
Serves ages 10-24
- Goal setting
- Self-advocacy training
- Benefits planning
- Transition coordinators
- Peer mentoring
- Independent living skills training
Video
Get to know each of Idaho's Centers for Independent Living (CILs) more. These three 5‑minute videos show how CILs support youth with disabilities to be self‑determined, build confidence, learn useful skills, and increase independence.
View DAC (North Idaho) Video
View Life (SE Idaho) Video
View LINC (SW Idaho) Video