THE DAILY INTER LAKE 2014 EDITION. When you don t know where to turn for HELP.

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1 THE Answer Book 2014 EDITION When you don t know where to turn for HELP. DAILY INTER LAKE For additional copies of the Answer Book, call the United Way at Co-produced as a service of the United Way, the sponsors inside & The Daily Inter Lake

2 2 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition MONTANA DATA BASE Find the resources included in the Answer Book online at The United Way & the Daily Inter Lake present the Answer Book as a community service to the people of Northwest Montana. Inclusion in The Answer Book does not reflect endorsement by the United Way or the Daily Inter Lake Big Brothers Big Sisters Boys & Girls Club of Glacier Country Boy Scouts CASA For Kids Disaster Care Services Eagle Transit First Call for Help - Help Net Flathead C.A.R.E. Flathead Food Bank UNITED WAY MEMBER AGENCIES & SERVICES Flathead Youth Home Head Start Centers Gateway Community Center Girl Scouts Leaders of Tomorrow Literacy Volunteers Mental Health Crisis Line Montana 211 Data Base Project Nurturing Center Retired & Senior Volunteer Program Samaritan House Sinopah House Special Friends Advocacy Program Summit Independent Living Center United Way Volunteer Center Violence Free Crisis Line/The Abbie Youth Suicide Prevention Project

3 Ambulances & Quick Response Units...13 Animal Related Organizations...3 Apartments...20 Assisted Living Facilities...20 Banks...4 Basic Need Resources...22 Business & Professional Groups...4 Camps & Retreat Centers...4 Cancer Resources...18 Chambers of Commerce...4 Chiropractors...5 Churches & Religious Organizations...6 Clubs & Community Organizations...7 Community Coalitions...8 Conservation & Environment...8 Consumer Protection & Legal Assistance...9 Counselors...10 Credit Unions...4 Crisis Intervention Resources...24 Cultural Arts & Museums...11 Dance Programs...11 Dentists...12 Disability & Self Sufficiency Resources...25 Drama & Arts...11 Education Related Organizations...12 Elected Officials - City, County, State, US...12 Emergency & Rescue Services...13 Employment & Training Resources...13 Faith Based Organizations Family Resources...27 Fire Departments...13 Fitness & Health...16 Food Banks...24 Garbage Disposal & Recycling...42 Granges...16 Health Care Resources...16 ANIMAL RELATED ORGANIZATIONS All Mosta Ranch , 630 Lower Lost Prairie Road, P.O. Box 937, Marion, MT An established non-profit adoption, education center and sanctuary for abused, displaced, neglected, or unwanted farm animals and livestock. The rescues (resident critters) are the inspiration for visitors who want to learn about proper animal husbandry or farm/ranch management. Visits are enriching to children of all abilities. Animal Control , (Sheriff s Dispatch), 225 Cemetery Road, Kalispell, MT Mailing address: 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT Call for animal control concerns, such as stray dogs/cats, dogs running at large, or general complaints. AniMeals , 1700 Rankin Street, Missoula, MT An animal food bank and no-kill adoption center. Delivers pet food to shelters. Monetary donations are spent on pet food, care for our animals, educational outreach, and food distribution. Back Country Horsemen of the Flathead. P.O. Box 1192, Columbia Falls, MT Purpose is to perpetuate enjoyable common sense use of horses in the back country: assist government agencies in maintenance and management of the resource; and educate, encourage and solicit active public participation in wise and sustaining use of horses and use by people commensurate with our heritage and the back country resource. Doberman Rescue Service Facilitates finding homes for homeless Dobermans. Flathead County Animal Shelter , c/o Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT The Shelter is located at 225 Cemetery Road in Kalispell, MT The Flathead Shelter Friends provide volunteers and raise needed funds. Flathead Kennel Club of Montana , , 45A Fifth Avenue West, P.O. Box 2547, Kalispell, MT For those interested in purebred dogs and public education activities. Handling classes available for those interested in showing dogs. AKC sanctioned events. Flathead River Riders Saddle Club , 2010 Four Mile Drive, Kalispell, MT Flathead Shelter Friends , 225 Cemetery road, Kalispell, MT Mission is to support the Flathead Animal Shelter. Raises funds to support the shelter and works to find loving homes for every adoptable pet. Many volunteer opportunities available. Flathead Spay & Neuter Task Force (Appointments), (Information Line), P.O. Box 2095, Whitefish, MT Provides opportunities for low income pet owners and feral cat caretakers to have their dogs and cats altered at a greatly reduced price. Donations help support the program. Table of Contents Historical Societies & Associations...19 Home Ownership Opportunities...20 Hospitals...19 Housing & Shelter Resources...20 Human Service Providers...22 Kalispell Regional Healthcare (KRH)...19 Law Enforcement...14 Legislators...13 Libraries...34 Media & News Resources...35 Movie Theaters...35 Museums...11 National Forests & Wilderness Areas...35 North Valley Hospital (NVH)...19 Nursing Care Facilities...20 Optometrists...35 Parks - City, County, National...35 Personal Care Attendant Services...18 Physicians...37 Recreation...39 Schools...39 Senior Resources...29 Service Clubs & Organizations...40 Support Groups Telephone Services...41 Temporary Shelter Services...22 Thrift & Resale Stores...23 Transportation Services...42 Tribal Resources...52 Urgent / Same-Day Care...19 Utilities, Water & Sewer...42 Veteran s Organizations & Services...42 Youth Resources Birth - 12 Years...31 Youth Resources Ages Lake County Resources...44 Lincoln County Resources...54 Sanders County Resources...64 ON THE COVER: Stephanie Reis has been involved in Girl Scouts, a United Way Member Agency, for six years and has earned a variety of badges for her accomplishments. Photo by Mary Pat Murphy Humane Society of NW Montana. 752-PAWS (7297), 100 Adopt A Pet Way, P.O. Box 221, Kalispell, MT Focus is on finding caring, loving homes for unwanted dogs and cats in the Flathead Valley and the surrounding areas. Financial support depends on donations, the thrift store, adoptions, corporate sponsors, grants and fund raising events. The Humane Society Thrift Store is located at 2165 Highway 2 East in Evergreen. International Lama Registry , 11½ South Meridian Road, Kalispell, MT Maintains an official genealogical registry system and research services for owners of the genus lama in the U.S. and other countries. Included are llamas, guanacos, vicunas, alpacas, and cross-breeds. There is also a youth division that offers diverse educational programs regarding llama ownership and participation. Kalispell All Breeds Turf Club , 3795 Highway 2 West, Kalispell, MT Non-profit organization that supports horse racing. Montana Cattlemen s Association (MCA) , P.O. Box 524, Hot Springs, MT Addresses the market interests and the environmental, cultural and historical interests of Montana cattle producers. Primary purpose is to restore prosperity to rural Montana. Montana Cutting Horse Association , 32 Schwend Road, Bridger, MT The club encourages and promotes cutting horse contests in Montana and approves these contests wherever such a contest is in the public interest. Also assists the producers and managers in organizing and running their event. The club maintains a high standard of sportsmanship in the competitions and offers year-end awards in every class that is appropriate. Montana Longears Association , , 1016 Fletcher Lane, Stevensville, MT Promotes the use of donkeys and mules. Montana Loon Society , P.O. Box 1131, Seeley Lake, MT A loon monitoring and research organization. Montana Wildlife Federation , 5530 North Montana Avenue, P.O. Box 1175, Helena, MT Dedicated to the preservation of natural resources and the public s ability to enjoy these resources, namely, fish and wildlife sustainability via public hunting and fishing opportunities. Is a membership contribution organization and not affiliated with any state agency. Northwest Montana Fair Offices , Flathead County Fairgrounds, 265 North Meridian Road, Kalispell, MT

4 4 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition Pet Emergency Trauma Services , 3650 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT A full service after-hours veterinary hospital always fully staffed and ready to help. Please call ahead to let us know what has happened and how far away you are. Doing so helps us prepare for your arrival and makes sure that your pet gets the best possible care. Open Monday - Thursday, 6 pm - 8 am; Friday 6 pm - Monday 8 am; Holidays, 24 hours. Located 1.5 miles south of Glacier International Airport and in the same building as Central Valley Animal Hospital. Rocky Mountain Riders Saddle Club , 2332 Ninth Street West, Columbia Falls, MT Mailing Address: P.O. Box 2264, Kalispell, MT Nervous Novice Horseshow and Games. Trail Blazers Riding Club , 22 Salem Street, Kalispell, MT Western Life Enhancement Foundation , Majestic Valley Arena, 3630 Highway 93 North, Kalispell, MT Helps provide opportunities for the youth of the Valley to participate in equine related activities, assists local educational institutions in developing equine related classes, and much more. BANKS & CREDIT UNIONS BANKS American Bank , 140 Baker Avenue, Whitefish, MT Colonial Savings FA , Whitefish, MT Davidson Trust Company , 200 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT First Interstate Bank: Bigfork , 8111 Highway 35, Bigfork, MT Evergreen , 100 East Cottonwood Drive, Kalispell, MT Kalispell , 2 Main Street, Kalispell, MT Kalispell , 100 Hutton Ranch Road, Kalispell, MT Whitefish , 306 Spokane, Whitefish, MT First Montana Bank , 85 North Main Street, Kalispell, MT Flathead Bank: Bigfork , 800 Grand Avenue, Bigfork, MT Kalispell , 120 Hutton Ranch Road, Kalispell, MT Loan Office. Lakeside , 7265 Highway 93 South, Lakeside, MT Freedom Bank , 530 Ninth Street West (Highway 2), P.O. Box 2076, Columbia Falls, MT Glacier Bank: Bigfork , 8251 Highway 35, Bigfork, MT Columbia Falls , 822 Nucleus Avenue, Columbia Falls, MT Evergreen , 2199 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT Kalispell - Buffalo Hill , 49 Commons Loop, Kalispell, MT Kalispell - Downtown , (24-Hour Bank By Phone), 202 Main Street, Kalispell, MT Kalispell - Reserve Street , 490 West Reserve Drive, Kalispell, MT Lakeside , 7100 Highway 93 South, Lakeside, MT Whitefish , 319 East Second Street, Whitefish, MT Whitefish - South , 6195 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT Mountain West Bank , 444 West Idaho, Kalispell, MT Northwest Farm Credit Services Rocky Mountain Bank: Missoula, MT. Bigfork , 8165 Highway 35, Bigfork, MT Kalispell , 2405 Highway 93 North, Kalispell, MT State Farm Bank: Kalispell , , 445 Main Street, Kalispell, MT Whitefish , 346 Central Avenue, Whitefish, MT Three Rivers Bank of Montana: Kalispell , 233 East Idaho, Kalispell, MT Kalispell , 552 North Meridian Road, Kalispell, MT US Bank Kalispell Branch, , 30 North Main Street, Kalispell, MT Valley Bank of Kalispell , 41 Third Street West, Kalispell, MT Wells Fargo Bank Kalispell Branch Office, , 2350 Highway 93 North, Kalispell, MT West One Bank: Kalispell , 222 West Idaho, Kalispell, MT Evergreen , 2604 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT CREDIT UNIONS Park Side Federal Credit Union: Columbia Falls , 1015 Ninth Street West, Columbia Falls, MT Kalispell , 600 Sunset Blvd., Kalispell, MT Whitefish , 1300 Baker Avenue, Whitefish, MT Whitefish Credit Union: Columbia Falls , 320 Nucleus Avenue, Columbia Falls, MT Kalispell , 234 East Montana Street, Kalispell, MT Whitefish , 300 Baker Avenue, Whitefish, MT BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL GROUPS Big Mountain Commercial Association , P.O. Box 4608, Whitefish, MT A nonprofit public trade association that raises funds to pay for common services and programs, including funding for the SNOW bus, Big Mountain Road winter maintenance, the Big Mountain Summer and Spring Brewfest and the Winter Winefest. Business Network International (BNI) , Western Montana Region, Missoula, MT. A business and professional networking organization whose primary purpose is to increase business through a structured system of giving referrals. Two chapters, Flathead Valley and Kalispell, are in Kalispell. BNI allows only one person per profession to join each chapter. Chambers of Commerce: Bigfork , 8155 Highway 35, P.O. Box 237, Bigfork, MT Columbia Falls , 233 Thirteenth Street East, P.O. Box 312, Columbia Falls, MT Evergreen , P.O. Box 5604, Kalispell, MT Kalispell , 15 Depot Park, Kalispell, MT Lakeside-Somers , 100 Bierney Creek Road, P.O. Box 177, Lakeside, MT Whitefish , 307 Spokane Avenue, Suite 103, P.O. Box 1120, Whitefish, MT Columbia Falls Community Foundation , 830 Third Avenue West, P.O. Box 312, Columbia Falls, MT Columbia Falls Economic Development Committee , P.O. Box 312, Columbia Falls, MT Consumer Credit Counseling Service (CCCS) , Rural Dynamics, Inc. A non-profit service for financially distressed families/individuals to achieve financial independence, manage credit & money, and the wise use of money. Free counseling on budgeting, bankruptcy, debt management, housing, tax preparations, and reverse mortgage options. Delta Kappa Gamma Society - Lambda Chapter , 2864 Rest Haven Drive, Whitefish, MT Promotes professional and personal growth of women educators and excellence in education. Evergreen Business And Property Owners Association , 2236 Highway 2 East, P.O. Box 5035, Kalispell, MT Flathead Area Young Professionals (FAYP) Committed to career development, selfimprovement, community involvement, networking and communication opportunities for its membership. Flathead Building Association , 21 West Reserve Drive, Kalispell, MT A non-profit association dedicated to promoting professionalism, credibility, quality, and vitality in the building industry. Presents a Home Show at the Fairgrounds each spring, sponsors the Home & Garden Showcase and the Fall Parade of Homes. Flathead Business & Industry Association , 118 Main Street, P.O. Box 2807, Kalispell, MT Flathead Community Foundation , 15 Depot Park, P.O. Box 1422, Kalispell, MT Supports local, permanent philanthropy by connecting donors with their charitable interests. Gathers, grows and grants funds to other non-profits for the good of the Flathead forever. Flathead Convention & Visitor Bureau (Visitors), (Administration), 8155 Highway 35, P.O. Box 237, Bigfork, MT Flathead Lake Cherry Growers, Inc , P.O. Box 2409, Bigfork, MT Co-op for commercial cherry growers in the Flathead Valley. Flathead Nonprofit Development Partnership (NpDP) (Message Center), P.O. Box 1371, Kalispell, MT Offers information, education and networking. Flathead Regional Business Center (FRBC) , 15 Depot Park, Kalispell, MT A coalition of seven providers of business assistance services to Flathead, Lake, Lincoln and Sanders counties. These partners have joined together with the conviction that regionalization of business resources, one-stop access and the co-location of programs is the best way to serve the business sectors of Northwest Montana. Heart of Whitefish , P.O. Box 1964, Whitefish, MT Advocates for the economic health and vitality of downtown Whitefish. Kalispell Business Improvement District , P.O. Box 1997, Kalispell, MT Established to support the economic growth and vitality of Downtown Kalispell and to maintain and promote its unique character. Kalispell Convention & Visitor Bureau , 15 Depot Park, Kalispell, MT Kalispell Downtown Association (KDA) , P.O. Box 7130, Kalispell, MT Kalispell Small Business Development Center , 777 Grandview Drive, Kalispell, MT Leadership Flathead , Kalispell Chamber of Commerce, 15 Depot Park, Kalispell, MT Provides opportunities for individuals to enhance their skills in community leadership development and management. Montana Association of Registered Land Surveyors , P.O. Box 359, Columbia Falls, MT A statewide organization dedicated to improving the quality of professional land surveying and land records in the state. Provides continuing education, training, conferences and annual seminars. Montana Dental Association , P.O. Box 1154, Helena, MT Montana First District Dental Society , 80 Four Mile Drive, Suite 13, Kalispell, MT Montana Landlords Association (MLA) , Flathead Chapter, 1360 Lake Blaine Road, P.O. Box 7, Kalispell, MT Offers a variety of services to improve and support the residential Landlord / Tenant industry in Montana. Provides MLA members with timely information about industry developments, educational opportunities and membership benefits. MLA also provides tenants with information and resources that assist them in understanding Rental Agreements and the law that governs the Landlord / Tenant relationship. Montana Logging Association , 2224 Highway 35, P.O. Box 1716, Kalispell, MT Provides a united voice for the family-owned businesses that harvest and transport logs from forest to mill in Montana. Montana Manufacturing Extension Center (MMEC) , 15 Depot Park, Kalispell, MT A statewide manufacturing outreach and assistance center offering help in improving local businesses. Serves Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Montana Organic Association , P.O. Box 570, Eureka, MT Provides education, information, support, assistance, promotion, and representation for organic producers, processors, handlers, retailers, consumers, researchers, agricultural service providers, and other interested parties. Montana Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) , Ext 240, 15 Depot Park, Kalispell, MT City, county, state and federal government contracting assistance. Montana Shares , 825 Helena Avenue, P.O. Box 883, Helena, MT A federation of Montana-based non-profit organizations working to promote our state s human, animal, cultural and natural resources. Via Montana Shares, members are able to diversify the funding sources, strengthen financial stability, and more creatively and effectively serve the people of Montana. Montana West Economic Development Corporation , 314 Main Street, Kalispell, MT A business and industry resource in Northwest Montana. Focuses on fostering high value job opportunities. Marketing and recruiting, private capital, lending, networking state and federal business programs, and education are part of its program of work. Provides full service business relocation. Has a private/public partnership with Flathead County Economic Development Authority. Serves Flathead, Lake, Lincoln and Sanders counties. NARFE - National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association , Flathead Area Chapter, 705 Demersville Road, Kalispell, MT Northwest Montana Association of Realtors, Inc , 110 Cooperative Way, Kalispell, MT Northwest Montana Bar Association , P.O. Box 2272, Kalispell, MT SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives) , 15 Depot Park, Kalispell, MT Experienced volunteer business counselors provide free business guidance and counseling to entrepreneurs in Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Affiliated with the Small Business Administration. Small Business Administration (SBA) (Answer Desk), , Montana District SBA, 10 West Fifteenth Street, Suite 1100, Helena, MT Independent agency of the federal government. The Answer Desk provides information to the public on small business problems and concerns and also provides general information about SBA programs and other programs available to assist the small business community. Small Business Development Center (SBDC) , 777 Grandview Drive, Kalispell, MT Works to increase profits for small Montana firms and to create jobs for the state s workers. Whitefish Community Foundation , 214 West Second Street, P.O. Box 1060, Whitefish, MT Enriches the quality of life in the Whitefish area by fostering philanthropy, building endowments, and helping donors and non-profits benefit our community. It serves Whitefish, the North Flathead Valley and organizations providing services to Whitefish. Whitefish Shines , P.O. Box 695, Whitefish, MT Organizes the downtown Christmas lights which are supported by donations from the public and from the Whitefish Community Foundation. Women of Whitefish , 506 Texas Avenue, Whitefish, MT Group of professional women who meet once a month to network, help and support one another in their respective businesses. CAMPS & RETREAT CENTERS A Camp to Remember (Registration and Scholarship Forms), Tamarack Grief Resource Center, 516 South Orange Street, Missoula, MT 59801; , 17 Second Street, #208, Kalispell, MT A fun, supportive, and healing summer camp for kids age 8-14 who are grieving the death of a loved one.

5 American Diabetes Association (ADA) Montana Youth Retreat , 2460 West 26th Avenue, #C500 Fifth Floor, Denver, CO Provides a safe, summer camp experience where youths live with peers who also have diabetes. In addition to activities that include zipline, archery, arts and crafts, swimming and Dance Night, they learn diabetes self-management. Medical needs of campers are always a priority. Camp is held at Beartooth Mountain Christian Ranch south of Fishtail, Montana. Athelas Outdoor Ministry , , , Pinkham Creek, Rexford, MT Base camp at Pinkham Creek Road. Grow closer to God and each other during a low key camping weekend or a backcountry wilderness trip. Also custom family reunions, group retreats or special vacations. Big Sky Bible Camp , 501 McCaffery Road, Bigfork, MT Summer camps held July and August; Retreats held September through May. Boy Scouts of America - NW Montana Camps: Grizzly Base Camp , P.O. Box 1972, Kalispell, MT Scouting s base camp for adventures in Glacier National Park, Northwest Montana and the Bob Marshall Wilderness. The camp is located off Highway 35 on La Brandt Road. Camp Melita Island , Montana Council, th Avenue South, Great Falls, MT Camp Melita Island is located on Melita Island in Flathead Lake. Owned and operated by Montana Council, Boy Scouts of America. Camp Bighorn , 1850 Highway 135, Plains, MT Located 18 miles north of Interstate 90 on Highway 135. Offers Christian camps for adults, children, and families such as adventure camps, specialty camps, winter camps, day camps, and junior camps. Also has host facilities for conferences and retreats. Camp Goodtimes East Free week-long residential camp for children ages 7-17 who have or have had cancer. Camp is located at Ross Point Camp, Post Falls, ID. A program of the American Cancer Society. Camp Mak-A-Dream , Children s Oncology Camp Foundation, P.O. Box 1450, Missoula, MT Medically supervised cost-free camp at Gold Creek, Montana, for children, young adults, and families affected by cancer. Camp Marshall , , Melita Island Road, Polson, MT The Camp and Retreat Center, owned by the Episcopal Diocese of Montana, is located nine miles northwest of Polson on the southwest shore of Flathead Lake. Camp Patriot , , 417 Mineral Avenue, #8, P.O. Box 627, Libby, MT A non-profit organization that is currently fund-raising to purchase a 150-acre ranch as a stand-alone facility for disabled veterans of all wars. After the purchase, veterans will have more choices of adventures they want to pursue. Camp Paxson , Muscular Dystrophy Association, 2132 Broadwater Avenue, Suite A, Billings, MT Annual summer camp is held for one week in August at Seeley Lake. The Billings office serves all of Montana. Camp STIX Diabetes Program , P.O. Box 8308, Spokane, WA A one-week summer camp for youth ages 8-18 who have Type 1 diabetes is held at Riverview Bible Camp near Cusick, Washington. Carroll College Summer Gifted Institute , 1601 North Benton, Helena, MT An in-residence program (one week in July) for gifted students entering grades 5-9 in the fall. It challenges the students academic potentials and provides opportunities for social development. Has workshops, classes and activities with adults and peers. Combination Basketball and Volleyball Camp for Girls , , P.O. Box 2204, Kalispell, MT Open to girls who will enter grades 3-5 in the fall and who live in the Flathead Valley. Deep Bay Center , 104A Deep Bay Drive, P.O. Box 718, Lakeside, MT Retreat facility and meeting place on the west shore of Flathead Lake. Welcomes non-profit groups only. First Descents Cancer Camps , 767 Santa Fe Drive, Denver, CO Offers young adult cancer fighters and survivors (ages 18-39) a free week-long outdoor adventure experience designed to enable them to climb, paddle and surf beyond their diagnosis, defy their cancer, reclaim their lives and connect with others doing the same. All meals, accommodations and program activities are provided free of charge, including travel scholarships, when needed. Camps are held in several states, including Montana. Flathead CARE Kids Camp , 124 Third Avenue East, P.O. Box 370, Kalispell, MT A leadership camp held in the summer for students entering 7th or 8th grade in the fall. Provides training in developing leadership and alternatives to using alcohol, tobacco and other drugs. Scholarships are available. Flathead Lake Distance Running Camp , P.O. Box 8494, Kalispell, MT The 4-day camp includes morning and afternoon runs. Includes educational opportunities to learn all about different aspects of running. Open to all distance runners who will be entering grades 9-12 in the fall. Flathead Lake Music Camp , P.O. Box 8834, Kalispell, MT High School camp and Middle School camp held in July at the United Methodist Campground near Rollins, Montana. Scholarships are available. Flathead Lake United Methodist Camp & Conference Center , Methodist Camp Road, Rollins, MT Camp facilities and services for church groups, schools, organizations, government agencies, and youth & adult retreats. Flathead Lutheran Bible Camp (Business Office), (Camp), 603 Main Street, Kalispell, MT Summer Bible camp and year round retreat center located on the west shore of Flathead Lake at 550 Lutheran Camp Road, Lakeside, MT Flathead Soccer Camp , 1500 Holt Stage, Kalispell, MT Summer camp for boys and girls, grades K-12, for improving skill, conditioning, and tactical knowledge of soccer through instruction by experienced coaches. Flathead Valley Football Camp Summer camp for boys who will be students in grades 1-5 and live in the Flathead Valley. For One Another Family Camp , Cancer Support Community Montana, 102 South 11th Avenue, Bozeman, MT This fun summer camp is held each year for families who have a member diagnosed with cancer and offers a FUN-FILLED agenda for ALL AGES. A diversity of professionally facilitated support seminars and workshops are also offered for caregivers and survivors. Held at Flathead Lutheran Camp near Kalispell, Montana, and FREE for all Montana families affected by a cancer diagnosis in the family. Glacier Bible Camp , , 400 Fifth Street West, P.O. Box , Hungry Horse, MT Glacier Camp , O Neil Road, P.O. Box 384, Lakeside, MT Christian conference, retreat, and camping center open all four seasons and located south of Lakeside on Highway 93. Glacier Institute , 137 Main Street, P.O. Box 1887, Kalispell, MT Offers field and science-based learning experiences to people age 6 and older in Glacier National Park and the Crown of the Continent Ecosystem. Overnight camps for kids are held during the summer at the Big Creek Outdoor Education Center south of Polebridge and near the intersection of North Fork Road and Camas Creek Road. Indian Youth Camp , 290 Swan Highway, Bigfork, MT Camp is open to youth from the seven Indian Reservations in Montana. The week-long camp in June is provided in a warm, safe, and loving Christian environment. Volunteer staff consists of both native American and non-native people who share or desire to make a difference in the lives of our youth. Camp is held at Glacier Bible Camp in Hungry Horse and is an outreach mission of Bigfork Chapel (Assembly of God) in Bigfork. The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition 5 Kalispell Wrestling Camp Held at Glacier High School gymnasium during July. Kids Day Camp , (Church Office), All Saints Day Camp, 2048 Conn Road, Columbia Falls, MT 59912; Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1923, Whitefish, MT Free day camps are held in August at All Saints Episcopal Church for kids entering grades 1-8. Children entering kindergarten who are used to being away from home may attend as well. Camp Marshall Counselors lead the camps and volunteers from the church assist them. Lake Blaine Bible Camp , (Camp Season Only), c/o First Baptist Church, 827 Ninth Street West, Columbia Falls, MT Camp located at 1660 Lake Blaine Road, Kalispell, MT Camp is held in July. Lions Bitterroot Youth Camp , 1650 Pleasant Valley Road, P.O. Box 1224, Kalispell, MT A facility for scouts, schools, family reunions, weddings, and corporate picnics. Loon Lake 4-H Camp , P.O. Box 2672, Bigfork, MT Is the home camp for the Flathead County 4-H Clubs and provides a summer getaway for Flathead and the surrounding 5 Montana Counties. Being the only privately owned 4-H camp, Loon Lake is also the destination for Family Reunions, Friend Getaways, Weddings and Receptions, and more. Montana Natural Resources Youth Camp , 32 Campus Drive MS 0606, Missoula, MT A one-week camp for youth ages in Lubrecht Experimental Forest east of Missoula. Campers will learn about forestry, water, soils, geology, range, wildlife, and recreation, and spend a half-day rafting the Alberton Gorge of the Clark Fork River. Peaks and Potentials Camp , Office of Continuing Education, Montana State University, 200 Culbertson, P.O. Box , Bozeman, MT Provides a summer experience for high ability/high potential students going into grades 5-7 to explore special topics and work with experts in various subject areas. Ravenwood Youth Camps , P.O. Box 1314, Whitefish, MT Offers programs to get kids outside for safe, hands-on learning adventures that engage toddlers to teens in a wide range of ageappropriate programs. Serves the entire Flathead Valley. Salvation Army Summer Camp - Camp Gifford. 257-HELP (4357), 110 Bountiful Drive, P.O. Box 8537, Kalispell, MT Offers affordable Christian camping experiences for youth and teens aged Scholarships are available. Camp Gifford is located just north of Spokane and serves western Montana, northern Idaho, and eastern Washington. S.P.A.R.K. After School , , The Summit Medical Fitness Center, 205 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT The program is for children aged 6-12 and begins the Tuesday following Labor Day. Activities vary from day to day to provide exposure to everything The Summit has to offer. Trinity Lutheran Camp , 450 Pierce Lane, Bigfork, MT Grade school and high school camps during the summer. Whitefish Theatre Company Summer Camps , One Central Avenue, Whitefish, MT Day camps in theatre performance are offered for area youth who will be entering grades K - 8 in the fall. Each camp culminates with a short demonstration for family and friends. Partial scholarships are available upon request. CHIROPRACTORS Academy Chiropractic , 445 Third Avenue, Kalispell, MT Albiero Chiropractic , 104 Crestview Drive, Suite 202, Bigfork, MT Brian J. Albiero, DC, Pam S. Albiero, DC. A R Wilson, DC , 559 Edgewood Place, Whitefish, MT Atlas Chiropractic , 46 Village Loop, Kalispell, MT Back on Track , 5 South Meridian Road, Kalispell, MT Big Mountain Chiropractic , 6446 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT Big Sky Wellness Center , 2282 Highway 93 South, Suite 3, Kalispell, MT

6 6 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition Café of Life , KM Building, 40 Second Street East, Suite 230, Kalispell, MT Lynne C. Brett, DC. Caring Chiropractic, Inc , 248 Third Avenue East, Kalispell, MT Carlson Chiropractic Offices of Bigfork , 8570 Highway 35, Bigfork, MT Carlson Chiropractic Offices PC , 8543½ Highway 35, Bigfork, MT Carlson Chiropractic Offices PC , 410 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT Carlson, Delaney, DC , 8570 Highway 35, Bigfork, MT Chiropractic & Deep Tissue Massage. Flip Spinal Care , 301 East Second, Whitefish, MT Francis, Dr. John E., Jr , Valley Chiropractic Center, 2117 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT Francis, Dr. John E., Sr , Valley Chiropractic Center, 2117 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT Garth Chiropractic , Mountain Mall, 6475 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT Raymond Garth II, DC, DACAN. Chiropractic neurologist. Gislason, Dr. Eric J., DC , 5875 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT Gordley Family Chiropractic , 1035 Ninth Street West, Columbia Falls, MT Dr. Megan Gordley. Jacobsmeyer Chiropractic Clinic , 430 Nucleus Avenue, Columbia Falls, MT Jones, Susan E., DC , 38 East Washington Street, Kalispell, MT Lake s Family Chiropractic , 475 North Main Street, Kalispell, MT Lakeside Chiropractic Clinic , Lakeside Village Commons, 7176 Highway 93 South, Lakeside, MT Lampshire, Scott, DC , 725 Sixth Avenue East, Kalispell, MT Life Spark Chiropractic , 103 Ponderosa Lane, Kalispell, MT McKiernan Chiropractic & Sports Injury Center , 1031 South Main, Kalispell, MT James J. McKiernan, DC, CCSP. Nelson Chiropractic Wellness Center , 8541 Highway 35, Unit A, Bigfork, MT Northern Lights Chiropractic , 1066 North Meridian Road, Kalispell, MT Pisk Chiropractic & Physiotherapy PC , 178 Second Avenue East North, Kalispell, MT Gregory D. Pisk, DC, CCSP, Wanda Robinson, DC. Pleasants Chiropractic Office , 533 Spokane Avenue, Whitefish, MT Puchta, Richard, DC , 690 North Meridian Road, Suite 214, Kalispell, MT Schleusner, Julie, DC , 2282 Highway 93 South, Suite 3, Kalispell, MT Smith, Kanyon, DC , 6446 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT Stillwater Spine & Sports Center, Inc , 80 Four Mile Drive, Kalispell, MT Tye K. LeDuc, DC. The Montana Center for Wellness and Pain Management , 245 Windward Way, Kalispell, MT Total Health Chiropractic , 690 North Meridian Road, Suite 105, Kalispell, MT Dr. Rick Puchta. Wettach, Edward, DC , 22 Second Avenue West, Kalispell, MT Whipple, Oliver, DC , 8570 Highway 35, Bigfork, MT Chiropractic & Deep Tissue Massage. Whitefish Chiropractic Center , 5938 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT Dr. Ryan M. Wigness, Dr. Michael A. Sybrant. Wilson Chiropractic Clinic , 559 Edgewood Place, Whitefish, MT CHURCHES & RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATIONS Bethany s Ark , 8559 Highway 35, Bigfork, MT Bible Baptist Church , 2648 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT Braveheart Chaplin Ministry , 650 Fifth Avenue West North, Kalispell, MT Serves Emergency personnel and citizens in crisis throughout the Flathead Valley. Calvary Chapel Whitefish , 420 Baker Avenue, Whitefish, MT Canyon Community Church , 215 Coram School Lane, Coram, MT Christian Center , 255 Summit Ridge Drive, Kalispell, MT Columbia Bible Baptist Church , 1072 Highway 206, Columbia Falls, MT Columbia Falls Church of the Nazarene , 172 Pine Street, Columbia Falls, MT Community United , 750 Electric Avenue, Bigfork, MT Crossroads Christian Fellowship , 7465 Highway 35, Bigfork MT Empowered Living Ministries Faith Baptist Church , 108 West Reserve Drive, Kalispell, MT First Presbyterian Church of Kalispell , 540 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT Flathead Valley Cowboy Church , 3171 Highway 93 North, Kalispell, MT Grace Baptist Church , 1385 Columbia Falls Stage Road, Columbia Falls, MT Grace Church , 1225 Highway 93 North, Kalispell, MT Headwaters Ministries , 5600 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT Kalispell Healing Rooms , 445 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT Kila Country Church , 190 Cottage Lane, Kila, MT Methodist Church New Covenant Fellowship , 436 Birch Grove Road, Kalispell, MT The Church at Creston - Lutheran LCMS , 5447 Highway 35, Kalispell, MT The River Valley Community Church , 2149 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT Whitefish Church of the Nazarene , 1125 Seventh Street East, Whitefish, MT ASSEMBLIES OF GOD Assembly of God: Columbia Falls , 738 Third Avenue West, Columbia Falls, MT Whitefish , 1549 Karrow Avenue, Whitefish, MT Bigfork Chapel , 290 Highway 83, Bigfork, MT Christian Center , 255 Summit Ridge Drive, Kalispell, MT Hungry Horse Chapel , 8664 Highway 2 East, Hungry Horse, MT Westside Assembly of God Meets at Somers Middle School Gym, 315 School Addition Road, Somers, MT BAPTIST Buchanan, Jerry R., Pastor , 827 Ninth Street West (Highway 2), Columbia Falls, MT BAPTIST - AMERICAN Happy Valley Missionary Baptist Church , 412 Antelope Trail, Whitefish, MT BAPTIST - GARBC Buchanan, Jerry R., Pastor , 827 Ninth Street West (Highway 2), Columbia Falls, MT First Baptist Church GARBC , 6933 Highway 35, Kalispell, MT Olson, Randell, Pastor. 180 Pleasant Valley Road, Marion, MT BAPTIST - GENERAL CONFERENCE Glacier Church , 690 Grandview Drive, Kalispell, MT BAPTIST - INDEPENDENT Bible Baptist Church , 2648 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT Faith Baptist Church , 108 West Reserve Drive, Kalispell, MT Faith Baptist Church , 1395 Lake Blaine Road, Kalispell, MT Grace Baptist Church , 1385 Columbia Falls Stage Road, Columbia Falls, MT Rocky Mountain Baptist Church , 2397 Highway 35, Kalispell, MT Victory Baptist Church , 1830 Highway 35, Kalispell, MT BAPTIST - NORTH AMERICAN Bethel Baptist Church GARBC , 936 Fourth Avenue West, Kalispell, MT Canyon Baptist Church , 9050 Highway 2, Hungry Horse, MT BAPTIST - SOUTHERN Lakeside Baptist Church , 201 Bens Lane, Lakeside, MT Lion Hill Baptist Church , 133 Third Avenue South, Hungry Horse, MT BIBLE Central Bible Church , 902 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT BUDDHIST Kalinga Buddhist Center CATHOLIC Blessed John Paul II Catholic Church , 195 Coverdell Road, Bigfork, MT Immaculate Conception Chapel , 111 First Avenue, Kalispell, MT Pope John Paul II Catholic Church , 195 Coverdell Road, Bigfork, MT Risen Christ Parish , 65 West Evergreen Drive, Kalispell, MT St. Charles Borromeo St. Matthew s Catholic Parish , 602 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT St. Richards Catholic Church , 1210 Ninth Street West, Columbia Falls, MT CHRISTIAN Bigfork Christian Church , 110 Shawnee Drive, Bigfork, MT Family Life Christian Church , 1075 Foys Lake Road, Kalispell, MT CHRISTIAN & MISSIONARY ALLIANCE Faith Alliance Church , 348 Second Avenue West, Kalispell, MT Fellowship Alliance Church , 1025 Seventh Avenue West, Columbia Falls, MT Little Brown Church of the Christian & Missionary Alliance , 125 Swan Highway, Bigfork, MT CHRISTIAN SCIENCE Christian Science Reading Room , 4 First Street East, Kalispell, MT CHURCH OF CHRIST Church of Christ , 241 Stillwater Road, Kalispell, MT Columbia Falls Church of Christ , 1203 Second Avenue West, Columbia Falls, MT CHURCH OF GOD - ANDERSON, INDIANA Active Word Ministries Whitefish Church of God , 5685 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS Bigfork , 121 Crestwood Drive, Bigfork, MT Columbia Falls , , 1780 Talbot Road, Columbia Falls, MT Kalispell , 1380 Whitefish Stage Road, Kalispell, MT Kalispell , Genealogical Library, 1380 Whitefish Stage Road, Kalispell, MT 59901/ Whitefish , 6330 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT EPISCOPAL All Saints Episcopal Church , 2048 Conn Road, Columbia Falls, MT Serves Columbia Falls and Whitefish. Christ Church Episcopal , 215 Third Avenue East, Kalispell, MT St. Patrick s Episcopal Church , Highway 209, Bigfork, MT FOURSQUARE GOSPEL Whitefish Foursquare Church , 233 Kalispell Avenue, Whitefish, MT INDEPENDENT Aletheia Christian Fellowship , 330 North Somers Road, Kalispell, MT Central Bible Church , 902 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT Grace Baptist Church , 1385 Columbia Falls Stage Road, Columbia Falls, MT JEHOVAH S WITNESSES Bigfork , 100 Vista Drive, Bigfork, MT Columbia Falls , 195 Veterans Drive, Columbia Falls, MT Kalispell , 1414 Woodland Avenue, Kalispell, MT Kalispell , 1100 West Reserve Drive, Kalispell, MT Whitefish , Kingdom Hall, 1900 Highway 93 West, Whitefish, MT LUTHERAN Bartholomew, Tim, Pastor , 1401 Church Drive, Kalispell, MT Bethany Lutheran Church , 8559 Highway 35, Bigfork, MT Bethlehem Lutheran Church ELCA , 603 South Main, Kalispell, MT Calvary Lutheran Church ELCA , 2200 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT Christ Lutheran Church LCMC , 5150 River Lakes Parkway, Whitefish, MT Eidsvold Lutheran Church , 5935 Highway 93 South, Somers, MT Faith Free Lutheran Church AFLC , 405 Liberty Street, Kalispell, MT Northridge Lutheran Church ELCA , 323 Northridge Drive, Kalispell, MT Old Apostolic Lutheran Church , 215 Blacktail Road, Lakeside, MT Stillwater Free Lutheran Church , 1401 Church Drive, Kalispell, MT Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church LCMS , 400 West California Street, Kalispell, MT LUTHERAN - ELCA Bethlehem Lutheran Church ELCA , 603 South Main, Kalispell, MT Our Savior s Lutheran Church ELCA , 401 Seventh Street West, Columbia Falls, MT LUTHERAN - LCMS Our Redeemer Lutheran Church LCMS , 640 Seventh Street West, P.O. Box 2005, Columbia Falls, MT St. Peter Lutheran Church , 201 Wisconsin Avenue, Whitefish, MT The Church at Creston-Lutheran Highway 35, Kalispell, MT St. Peter Lutheran Church LCMS , 201 Wisconsin Avenue, Whitefish, MT MENNONITE Mountain View Mennonite Church , 795 Mennonite Church Road, Kalispell, MT METHODIST Lakeside Community Chapel , Lakeside, MT METHODIST - UNITED see United Methodist Church NAZARENE Church of the Nazarene: Kalispell , 1295 Whitefish Stage Road, Kalispell, MT Whitefish , 1125 Seventh Street East, Whitefish, MT NON-DENOMINATIONAL Calvary Chapel , 2395 Whitefish Stage Road, Kalispell, MT

7 Calvary Chapel Whitefish , 6475 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT Flathead Valley Cowboy Church , 3171 Highway 93 North, Kalispell, MT Fresh Life Church , 120 Second Street, Suite 9, Kalispell, MT Glacier Mountain Fellowship: Kalispell , 4043 Highway 93 South, Kalispell, MT Whitefish , 527 Second Street, Whitefish, MT Grace Church , 1225 Highway 93 North, Kalispell, MT Headwaters Ministries , 5600 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT Swan Chapel , Highway 83, Swan Lake, MT The River , 859 West Reserve Drive, Kalispell, MT Word of Life Christian Center , 2400 Highway 2 West, Kalispell, MT PRESBYTERIAN Bible Presbyterian Church , Fifth Avenue West & Fourth Street, Kalispell, MT PRESBYTERIAN - PCA Faith Covenant Presbyterian Church , 611 Third Avenue East, Kalispell, MT PRESBYTERIAN - USA First Presbyterian Church , 301 Central Avenue, Whitefish, MT First Presbyterian Church of Kalispell , 540 South Main, Kalispell, MT REFORMED Faith Covenant Presbyterian Church (PCA) , 611 Third Avenue East, Kalispell, MT RELIGIOUS SCIENCE Shining Mountains Center for Positive Living , 475 Eighth Avenue East North, Kalispell, MT SALVATION ARMY Salvation Army , Church and Offices, 110 Bountiful Drive, P.O. Box 8357, Kalispell, MT SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST Seventh-Day Adventist Church , 1375 Highway 93 North, Kalispell, MT Seventh-Day Adventist Community Service Center , 494 Ninth Avenue East North, Kalispell, MT UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST Unitarian Glacier Fellowship , P.O. Box 2778, Kalispell, MT UNITED METHODIST Community United Methodist Church , 750 Electric Avenue, Bigfork, MT Epworth United Methodist Church , 319 Second Avenue East, Kalispell, MT United Methodist Church: Columbia Falls , 117 Second Street West, Columbia Falls, MT Whitefish , 1150 Wisconsin Avenue, P.O. Box 4248, Whitefish, MT UNITED PENTECOSTAL New Life Center , 221 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT CLUBS & COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS CLUBS - AGRICULTURE 4-H Clubs , Flathead County Extension Office, 1108 South Main, Suite 4, Kalispell, MT Provides 4-H youth education through project work and school enhancement programming. Flathead County Farmers Union , 1007 Steel Bridge Road, Kalispell, MT Goal is to protect family farming. Flathead Future Farmers of America (FFA) Alumni Association , 310 FFA Drive, Kalispell, MT Mailing Address: 644 Fourth Avenue Avenue West, Kalispell, MT Supports and promotes FFA activities and agricultural education on local and state levels. Membership open to anyone interested in supporting FFA. Montana Dahlia Society , P.O. Box 1612, Kalispell, MT CLUBS - ARTS & CRAFTS Alpine Spinners & Weavers of Flathead Valley , 603 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT Mailing Address: 190 Sullivan Crossroad, Columbia Falls, MT Artists & Craftsmen of the Flathead , 31 First Avenue West, P.O. Box 1684, Kalispell, MT Membership open to residents of Flathead and Lake counties. Flathead Quilters Guild Meets at Epworth United Methodist Church, 329 Second Avenue East, Kalispell, MT Glacier Stamp Club Meets at Flathead County Library, 241 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT High Country Carvers They primarily use hand tools in their work. The touchably soft edges to carved pieces are nearly all achieved through careful whittling. Group members are always willing to help novices get started, show them how to do things, talk about sharpening their knives, and much more. Anyone, of any age and ability, is welcome to join. Meetings are free and held on Mondays, 2-4 pm, at the Evergreen Fire Hall, 2236 Highway 2 East, in Evergreen. Piecemakers Quilt Guild Meets at Swan River School, 1205 Swan Highway, Bigfork, MT Teakettle Quilt Guild. P.O. Box 2424, Columbia Falls, MT Meets at Teakettle Community Hall, 235 Nucleus Avenue, Columbia Falls, MT CLUBS - AUTO, BICYCLE AND MOTORCYCLE Blue Knights Motorcycle Club , Billings, MT. Statewide fraternal organization consisting of retired and active law enforcement men and women who enjoy riding motorcycles. They work to raise money for various charities such as: Concerns of Police Survivors (Rebuilding Shattered Lives); The Montana Hope Project (Granting Wishes to Montana s Ill Children); and the Annual Montana Multiple Sclerosis Bike Ride. Evergreen Show & Shine Association , 1140 McCaffery Road, Bigfork, MT Sponsors an annual car show the first Saturday in August. Includes all classes of cars and is free to the public. Flathead Cycling Club , 699 Waverly Place, Whitefish, MT Flathead Pioneer Auto Club , 160 River View Drive, Kalispell, MT Meets at Flathead Electric, 2510 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT CLUBS - FIREARMS ORGANIZATIONS Bigfork Gun Club , P.O. Box 529, Bigfork, MT Flathead Valley Black Powder Club , 58 West Cottonwood Drive #11, Kalispell, MT Meets at the Kalispell Library, 247 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT North Valley Sportsman Club , P.O. Box 1894, Columbia Falls, MT Northwest Montana Arms Collectors Association , P.O. Box 653, Kalispell, MT Meets at 1290 Prairie View Road, Kalispell, MT CLUBS - PHOTOGRAPHY Glacier Camera Club , P.O. Box 368, Somers, MT Meets at the Pin & Cue, 6570 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT CLUBS - POLITICAL ORGANIZATIONS Flathead County Republicans. P.O. Box 2455, Kalispell, MT Flathead County Republican Women Mailing Address: 1340 Swan Horseshoe Drive, Bigfork, MT The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition 7 Flathead Democratic Party , 633 Underhill Court, Kalispell, MT Kalispell Office. 13 East Oregon Street, Kalispell, MT Whitefish Office , 637 Denver Street, Whitefish, MT Flathead Democratic Women , P.O. Box 2376, Kalispell, MT Montana Democratic Party , 224 First Avenue, Kalispell, MT Pachyderm Clubs - National Federation , P.O. Box 1295, Cape Giradeau, MO Contact for information about Glacier Country Pachyderm Club in Kalispell. Project Vote Smart - Voters Research Hotline , One Common Ground, Phillipsburg, MT Provides all citizens with accurate, abundant, and relevant information on candidates, incumbents, and issues, all free of charge. CLUBS - SOCIAL CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS Big Sky Astronomy Club , P.O. Box 631, Kalispell, MT Meets at the West Valley Fire Hall. Boomers Singles Group , P.O. Box 8282, Kalispell, MT Activities for singles aged 40 and older. Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) # , P.O. Box 483, Bigfork, MT Promotes all forms of recreational aviation and brings people together in good fellowship and sharing. Open to all who love aviation and being a pilot is not necessary. Flathead Valley Bridge Club , 988 Lake Drive, Columbia Falls, MT Games and tournaments are held in Kalispell. Open to all players and new players are welcome. Meets at the Masonic Temple, 241 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT Friendship Force of Flathead Valley International cultural exchange club promoting world peace through home visits around the world. Visitors are always welcome. Meets bi-monthly at Vista Linda, 240 Boon Road, Somers, MT 59932, and monthly at Scotty s, 2205 Highway 93 South, Kalispell, MT Kalispell Rockhounds Club , P.O. Box 5463, Kalispell, MT Meets in the basement of Flathead County Library, 247 First Avenue East, in Kalispell. Northwest Montana Gold Prospectors Club , P.O. Box 3242, Columbia Falls, MT Club for those interested in minerals of the earth - be it gold or garnets. Shining Mountains Doll Club , 530 Second Avenue East, Kalispell, MT Doll collectors. Also study the history of doll making in the U.S. and other countries. Sigma Nu Alumni , 1303 Fourth Street West, Kalispell, MT Meets at the Buffalo Hills Golf Course Club House, 1176 North main Street, Kalispell, MT CLUBS - SPORTS RELATED ORGANIZATIONS Flathead County Parks & Recreation , (Conrad Complex), 309 FFA Drive, Kalispell, MT Offers recreational activities for youth, adults and various supporting organizations in the Flathead Valley. Youth programs include: T-ball for ages 5-8; flag football for grades 1-4 boys and girls; basketball for grades 1-2 boys and girls and grades 3-4 girls; and volleyball for grades 3-6 girls. Programs for adults include softball, flag football, basketball and volleyball. Also a source for 32 developed open space parks (some available for event rentals) and the Conrad Complex Sports Facility. Kidsports Complex , P.O. Box 1205, Kalispell, MT Home to the Kidsports nonprofit coalition of five youth sports groups (Kalispell Pee Wee Baseball, Kalispell Babe Ruth Baseball, Kalispell Youth Softball, Flathead Little Guy Football and Kalispell Youth Soccer) and the Miracle League of Northwest Montana. Features 7 softball fields, 11 baseball fields, 4 football fields, 7 soccer fields, and the newly constructed rubber-surfaced ball field for people with special needs. Located northwest of the intersection of Highway 93 and Fourmile Drive in Kalispell. Miracle Field , P.O. Box 1205, Kalispell, MT Kalispell s Miracle Field is the first athletic field in Montana designed specifically for children and adults with special needs. The field is covered with 10 millimeters of soft rubber and carefully constructed to be perfectly flat and thus accessible to people with wheelchairs and walkers. It s geared toward children, but the field is open to people of all ages who have special needs. Located at the Kidsports Complex which is northwest of the intersection of Highway 93 and Four Mile Drive in Kalispell. We provide an extensive range of nonmedical, in-home care services:

8 8 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition Project Whitefish Kids (PWK) , P.O. Box 2010, Whitefish, MT PWK s mission is to provide a safe, healthy environment for youth to participate in sports programs. PWK was organized to construct the Smith Fields Complex, a facility dedicated to youth sports. It now operates, maintains and continues to develop the complex for youth sports. Smith Fields is located at 2050 River Lakes Parkway, Whitefish, MT CLUBS - SPORTS RELATED - BASEBALL/SOFTBALL American Legion Baseball. Ages Kalispell , Kalispell Lakers, P.O. Box 8444, Kalispell, MT Sign ups are in January. Whitefish , Glacier Twins, P.O. Box 2007, Whitefish, MT Signups begin in November. Columbia Falls Baseball Association , 1950 Talbot Road, P.O. Box 699, Columbia Falls, MT Flathead Senior Men s Softball Association , 618 Leisure Drive, Kalispell, MT Accepts all players regardless of their skill level and will place them on teams for league play. Must be 50 years of age by April 1 of the current playing season. Practices and games are on Field 8 of the Conrad Athletic Complex on the east side of Woodland Park Drive near Highway 2 East. Kalispell Babe Ruth Baseball , , P.O. Box 2838, Kalispell, MT Baseball program for youth years of age. Sign-up is during February and March at the Kalispell Center Mall. Kalispell Pee Wee Baseball , P.O. Box 666, Kalispell, MT Baseball program for youth 5-12 years of age. Miracle League , P.O. Box 1205, Kalispell, MT Open to children and adults with special needs and gives them the opportunity to play a sport like baseball. Buddies assist Miracle League players. These buddies are mainstream children who play baseball, are youth church groups, or are boys/ girls scouts, to mention a few. Parents, children and volunteers are all brought together special needs and mainstream alike - in a program, which serves them all through service to children with special needs. The Miracle League plays at the Kidsports Complex in Kalispell. Presently there are more than 200 Miracle League organizations in the United States, Puerto Rico, Canada, and Australia. CLUBS - SPORTS RELATED - BASKETBALL Whitefish Little Dribblers , Whitefish Middle School, 600 East second Street, Whitefish, MT A non-competitive introduction to basketball for boys and girls in grades 5-6. Basic dribbling, passing, and shooting skills will be practiced. Games are only once a week and are played for fun and instructional purposes only. Sign ups for boys begin in October and in January for girls. CLUBS - SPORTS RELATED - BOXING/WRESTLING Evergreen Wrestling Club The club is a member of the Western Montana Little Guy Wrestling Program and promote youth wrestling without prohibitive costs to the wrestlers and their families. Located at Evergreen Junior High School, 20 West Evergreen Drive in Kalispell. Open to ages Sign ups are in January. Flathead Boxing Club , 113 Antelope Trail, Whitefish, MT Kalispell Wrestling Club , 1607 Eighth Avenue East, Kalispell, MT Ages 4 and up. Sign ups are in January at Flathead high School. CLUBS - SPORTS RELATED - GYMNASTICS Flathead Gymnastics Academy , 153 Seventh Avenue West North, Kalispell, MT For ages 18 months to adults. CLUBS - SPORTS RELATED - HIKING/CLIMBING Swan Rangers Hiking Club , 3165 Foothill Road, Kalispell, MT Has outings on Saturdays and promotes the health benefits of hiking, skiing, and snowshoeing. Whitefish Walkers Open to all ages. Schedules of daily walks are available at Whitefish Parks and Recreation Department 510 Railway Street, Whitefish, MT Glacier Mountaineering Society (GMS). P.O. Box 1241, Kalispell, MT Includes all ages and experience levels with varied interests and objectives, sport climbers, and people who just have a special love for the high and wild mountain places in Glacier National Park, Waterton National Park and the Northern Rockies of Montana and Alberta. CLUBS - SPORTS RELATED - HUNTING & FISHING Flathead Valley Clay Target Club , 1290 Prairie View Road, P.O. Box 5474, Kalispell, MT Flathead Wildlife, Inc , P.O. Box 4, Kalispell, MT A fish and wildlife sportsman group made up of men, women and youth from the Flathead area involved in conservation of wildlife and wildlife habitat. Affiliated with the Montana Wildlife Federation. Friends of NRA , , Ext. 1356, 9501 Highway 37, Libby Montana, Fund raising for programs such as youth education, law enforcement training, hunter education, conservation, firearms and marksmanship training and safety. Hunter Education Program , Fish, Wildlife and Parks, 490 North Meridian Road, Kalispell, MT Hunters born after January 1, 1985, must show a certificate of completion of a hunter education course in Montana or any other state in order to purchase a Montana hunting license. Program is open to hunters and non-hunters, ages 11 and up. Whitefish Rifle & Pistol Club (Voice Mail), P.O. Box 3542, Kalispell, MT Meets at the Flathead County Fairgrounds, 265 North Meridian Road, Kalispell, MT A private nonprofit gun club that promotes the safe use and education about personal firearms. Membership is varied from the casual shooter to the tournament shooter, or from grandparents who bring their grand-children out to learn how to shoot to NRA certified instructors who train on firearm safety, reloading or even black powder shooting. CLUBS - SPORTS RELATED - ICE Flathead Valley Hockey Association , 1 Woodland Avenue, P.O. Box 2205, Kalispell, MT Offers the youth of the Flathead Valley the opportunity to participate in the sport of ice hockey. The current program is open to girls and boys of all ages and abilities. The name of the team is the Flathead Flames. Glacier Hockey Association , Stumptown Ice Den, 715 Wisconsin Avenue, Whitefish, MT Glacier Hockey Association (GHA) is a non-profit youth sports organization working with the USA Hockey and the British Columbia Amateur Hockey Associations. For boys/girls of all abilities. Whitefish Curling Club , Stumptown Ice Den, 715 Wisconsin Avenue, Whitefish, MT Whitefish Figure Skating Club , P.O. Box 4593, Whitefish, MT Runs the community s Learn To Skate Program. Is expanding into the hockey world with power skate training, and expanding the figure skating program for those in the greater Whitefish area and the growing number of Canadian participants. Provides professional ice shows for the community throughout the season with guest skater(s) from all over the world. Glacier Skate International Training Academy, a division of the Whitefish Figure Skating Club, concentrates on the hockey program. CLUBS - SPORTS RELATED - MISCELLANEOUS Skydive Lost Prairie , , 3175 Lower Lost Prairie Road, Marion, MT Only full-time sky diving center in Montana. Daylight hours only. Certified skydiving instruction available. Annual skydiving event in August. CLUBS - SPORTS RELATED - SNOW Big Mountain Ski Club , P.O. Box 1614, Whitefish, MT Opportunities for people to learn, become competitive in and enjoy skiing. Offers nine weeks of children s ski lessons on weekends from January to March. Annual Ski Swap the first weekend in November. Flathead Snowmobile Association , P.O. Box 5041, Kalispell, MT Helps educate the public about the sport of snowmobiling, enhances the riding experience in our area, promotes safety, and provides opportunities for family recreation. Flathead Valley Ski Education Foundation (Ski Season Only), P.O. Box 623, Whitefish, MT Mission is to advance children s athletic, academic and character development by supporting their involvement in competitive alpine racing, freestyle skiing and snowboarding programs. Glacier Nordic Club. P.O. Box 403, Whitefish, MT Mission is to instill a life-long love of cross country skiing. Kalispell Ski Club , P.O. Box 863, Kalispell, MT Promotes love of skiing in kids, families and community. Offers free skiing lessons for beginning through intermediate skiers, ages Montana Mountain Mushers , P.O. Box 76, Olney, MT Information about running dogs and aspects associated with dog mushing and skijoring. Holds annual Flathead Sled Dog Days in January and has information about Race To The Sky, a 350-mile dog sled race that is a qualifying race for the Alaska Iditarod held each March. Welcomes spectators, volunteers, and participants. North Shore Nordic Club , 9236 Highway 35, Bigfork, MT Provides nordic skiing and snowshoeing opportunities visitors and residents of the Flathead Valley. CLUBS - SPORTS RELATED - SOCCER Flathead Soccer Club. 50 Second Street East, Suite 125, Kalispell, MT Glacier United Soccer Club. P.O. Box 241, Whitefish, MT Soccer in the spring. Montana Flathead Rapids , P.O. Box 241, Whitefish, MT Whitefish Youth Soccer Association. P.O. Box 241, Whitefish, MT CLUBS - SPORTS RELATED - SWIMMING Columbia Falls Swim Team , P.O. Box 156, Columbia Falls, MT Ages CLUBS - SPORTS RELATED - TENNIS Glacier Tennis Club at The Summit , (Tennis Court Reservations), 205 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT Open to the public. CLUBS - SPORTS RELATED - WATER Flathead Paddlers Equipment includes kayaks, moving water canoes, and whitewater kayaks. Club paddles include flat water paddles on lakes and rivers, some kayak camping, plus moving water paddles on rivers and possibly out-of-area paddling excursions. Open to all and beginners are welcome. Bigfork Outrigger Canoe Club , Dedicated to safely encouraging, maintaining and perpetuating Hawaiian outrigger canoe paddling and racing. CLUBS - READING/WRITING/PUBLIC SPEAKING Authors of the Flathead (Info Only), P.O. Box 7711, Kalispell, Craft writing classes, critique groups, guest speakers, and annual seminar. Meetings held at Flathead Valley Community College. Bad Rock Book Discussion Group , 615 Nucleus Avenue, Columbia Falls, MT Children s Writers Group , , 247 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT Organization for those who write for children. Meets at Flathead County Public Library, 247 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT Flathead County Library Book Club , Main Branch, Flathead County Library, 247 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT Meets at Flathead County Library. FVCC Reading Group , Flathead Valley Community College, 777 Grandview Drive, Kalispell, MT Meets monthly during the fall and spring semesters. Open to the community. Only cost involved is the purchase of the selected books to be discussed. Montana History Book Club , Museum at Central School, 124 Second Avenue East, Kalispell, MT For those interested in the history of Montana or in Montana authors. Meets at the Museum. Toastmasters: A non-profit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills and helps people of all backgrounds become confident in front of an audience. Bigfork Meets at Glacier Bank, 8251 Highway 35, Bigfork, MT Columbia Falls , Columbia Falls Speaks. Meets at Freedom Bank, 530 Ninth Street West, Columbia Falls, MT Kalispell Meets at First Interstate Bank, 2 Main Street, Kalispell, MT Whitefish - North Valley , P.O. Box 969, Whitefish, MT Meets at Whitefish Community Center, 121 East Second Street, Whitefish, MT CLUBS - TECHNOLOGY Flathead Valley Amateur Radio Club. P.O. Box 7156, Kalispell, MT PC Users Club , 430 Alpine Drive, Bigfork, MT Meets at Bigfork Corner Cafe. COMMUNITY COALITIONS Citizen Corps of Flathead Valley , , United Way, Gateway Community Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 31, P.O. Box 7217, Kalispell, MT Volunteers active in disaster work may register to receive training in disaster preparedness and disaster and community readiness. Coalition For a Healthy Flathead , Health Promotion Services, Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT A local coalition bringing many partners together from all over the Flathead. The coalition is a joint effort between the Flathead County Tobacco Use Prevention Program and the Region 1 Comprehensive Cancer Control Program. Disaster Care Unit , , United Way, Gateway Community Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 31, P.O. Box 7217, Kalispell, MT Consortium of voluntary human service agencies that respond in the event of a disaster. Evergreen Community Partners, Inc , 32 Willow Drive, P.O. Box 5572, Kalispell, MT Works to make the Evergreen community a safer place for all who walk or ride bikes through out the community by implementing bike paths and sidewalks on the most dangerous routes in the Evergreen area. All facilities will be handicap accessible as well. Also pursuing installation of flashing lights at crosswalks, and continuing the education of Evergreen children about pedestrian and bicycle safety. Flathead Suicide Prevention Coalition , 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT Supports and oversees implementation of the Flathead County Suicide Prevention Plan and supports local school districts in maintaining policy on suicide prevention. Works to transform public attitudes to view mental and substance use disorders as real illnesses, equal to physical illnesses, that respond to specific treatments and to view the person obtaining treatment as pursuing basic health care. Friends of Lawrence Park , 1125 Sunnyside Drive, Kalispell, MT Works to maintain and improve Lawrence Park. A community service organization. Hope For The Holidays , , United Way, Gateway Community Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 31, P.O. Box 7217, Kalispell, MT A collaborative project of all non-profit agencies that provide services during the holiday season. Coordinated by the United Way. STOP Underage Drinking in the Flathead Coalition , P.O. Box 7115, Kalispell, MT Swan View Coalition , 3165 Foothill Road, Kalispell, MT Educates public about need to protect the natural ecosystems of which they are a part and helps them do so. United Way Community Resource Link , , United Way, Gateway Community Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 31, P.O. Box 7217, Kalispell, MT Resource training for non-profit staff and volunteers. CONSERVATION & ENVIRONMENT Adopt A Highway Program , Area Coordinator, 85 Fifth Avenue East North, P.O. Box 7308, Kalispell, MT Provides safety information, safety vests, garbage bags and signs recognizing groups or individuals who adopt sections of highway. A volunteer program of the Montana Department of Transportation. Serves Flathead and Lincoln counties and parts of Lake and Sanders counties.

9 AERO - Alternative Energy Resources Organization , 432 North Last Chance Gulch, Helena, MT Mission is to create, support, and promote the adoption of an efficient, sustainable energy economy in Montana. American Bird Conservancy , 33 Second Street East, Kalispell, MT Committed to conserving bird habitat throughout the Americas. American Dream Montana (ADM) , , P.O. Box 8061, Kalispell, MT Will support and encourage public policy on the State and local levels of government that recognize, respect and protect the rights of Montana s private property and business owners and will actively oppose any public policy or policies that are counterproductive to these goals. American Whitewater , 482 Electric Avenue, Bigfork, MT Community Foundation For A Better Bigfork , 8155 Highway 35, P.O. Box 486, Bigfork, MT Volunteer organization whose efforts are focused on preserving the beauty and uniqueness of its surroundings and assisting in orderly growth and economic development while promoting social, artistic and educational interests for the common good of the community. Citizens For A Better Flathead , 35 Fourth Street West, P.O. Box 771, Kalispell, MT Fosters informed and active citizen participation in the decisions shaping the Flathead s future and champions the democratic principles, sustainable solutions, and shared vision necessary to keep the Flathead special forever. Ducks Unlimited - Flathead Chapter , 42 Sutton Place, Kalispell, MT Conserves, restores and manages wetlands and associated habitats for North America s waterfowl. Environmental Health Services , Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT Programs include: food & consumer safety, facilities inspections, air quality monitoring, septic system review & permitting, and subdivision & public water system review and inspection. Flathead Audubon Society , P.O. Box 9173, Kalispell, MT Mission is to conserve birds, wildlife habitat and ecosystem diversity; promote awareness and appreciation of the natural world through education and advocacy; provide community services such as school programs, work projects and field trips; and more. Flathead Basin Commission , 655 Timberwolf Parkway, Kalispell, MT The Flathead Basin Commission, in conjunction with the Governor s Office and the Great Northern Landscape Conservation Cooperative (GNLCC), is assisting with the implementation of the B.C.-MT Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The MOU prohibited strip mining in the B.C. Flathead, and focuses on issues ranging from the protection of trans-boundary fish and wildlife populations to green energy development. The Phase I scope of work for the MOU is currently underway, and focuses on fisheries protection and Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) prevention. Flathead Economic Policy Center , 919 Elk Park Road, Columbia Falls, MT Currently facilitates local and regional multiparty monitoring teams for Forest Service stewardship contracting projects. Provides a variety of training and technical assistance services for natural resource-related collaborative groups around the country. Flathead Lake Protection Association , P.O. Box 679, Lakeside, MT A non-profit corporation dedicated to clean water in Flathead Lake. Flathead Lakers , 213 First Street West, #208/210, P.O. Box 70, Polson, MT Works for clean water, healthy ecosystems and lasting quality of life in the Flathead watershed in northwest Montana. Flathead Land Trust , 33 Second Street East, P.O. Box 1913, Kalispell, MT Initiates and supports conservation easements that enhance Northwest Montana s working and scenic landscapes, open spaces, river corridors, wetlands, and vital habitats. Flathead Wildlife, Inc , P.O. Box 4, Kalispell, MT A fish and wildlife sportsman group made up of men, women and youth from the Flathead area involved in conservation of wildlife and wildlife habitat. Affiliated with the Montana Wildlife Federation. Foys to Blacktail Trails , , P.O. Box 81, Kalispell, Mt Mission is to secure historic access to trails and lands connecting Herron Park to the forest lands at Blacktail Mountain; to provide for long term stewardship of these trails; and to accomplish this mission through voluntary and cooperative means. Friends of Lawrence Park , 1125 Sunnyside Drive, Kalispell, MT Works to maintain and improve Lawrence Park. A community service organization. Friends of the Wild Swan , P.O. Box 103, Bigfork, MT Environmental organization dedicated to preserving (and where necessary, restoring) the water quality, fisheries, scenic values, wildlife roadless area, wilderness and other amenities found in the Swan Valley. Glacier National Park Conservancy , 402 Ninth Street West, Columbia Falls, MT The Conservancy s goal is to generate financial support for the Park by increased private fundraising and philanthropic activities, and continued operation of the bookstores within Glacier National Park and at other federal agency partner sites in Montana. (The Glacier National Park Fund and the Glacier Association merged, effective January 1, 2013, with the name of the new organization as Glacier National Park Conservancy. ) Glacier National Park Volunteer Associates. P.O. Box 91, Kalispell, MT Serves as an official Glacier Park partner specializing in volunteer services. Also raises funds for and donates to the Park in support of projects identified by the Park related to trails, historic buildings, and research projects. Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation (DNRC) , 655 Timberwolf Parkway, Suite 4, Kalispell, MT Montana Land Reliance , Glacier/Flathead Office, 470 Electric Avenue, P.O. Box 460, Bigfork, MT Partners with landowners to provide permanent protection for private lands that are significant for agriculture products, forest resources, fish and wildlife habitat, and open space. Montana Native Plant Society (Flathead Chapter) , 725 Twin Lakes Road, Whitefish, MT Sponsors monthly educational programs, has started native plant gardens, and sponsored a station at Flathead Forestry Expo. Montana Waterfowl Foundation , P.O. Box 3, Ronan, MT Goal is to secure protected rest and nesting areas for native waterfowl. Montana Wilderness Association , , Flathead-Kootenai Chapter, 750 Second Street West, #A, Whitefish, MT Works with communities to protect Montana s wilderness, trails, wildlife, quiet beauty and outdoor heritage, now and for future generations. Montana Women in Timber , 1370 Fourth Avenue West North, Columbia Falls, MT Educates the public about the timber industry. Participates in the Family Forestry Expo in Columbia Falls each spring. National Parks Conservation Association , 419 West Spokane Avenue, Whitefish, MT The Nature Conservancy , ,, 526 East Front Street, P.O. Box 8316, Missoula, MT Pheasants Forever - Flathead Valley Chapter , P.O. Box 4268, Whitefish, MT Invests in the youth of the Valley by providing a shotgun safety program. Rails To Trails of Northwest Montana , P.O. Box 1103, Kalispell, MT Part of national movement to make former railroads into paved trails that can be used by the public. Ashley Creek Section is 5.5 miles from Meridian Road and Appleway Drive westerly to Ashley Creek to Kilal. Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation , , 5705 Grant Creek Road, P.O. Box 8249, Missoula, MT Committed to conserving, restoring and enhancing natural habitats; promoting the sound management of wild, free-ranging elk; fostering cooperation among government and private organizations / individuals in wildlife management and habitat conservation; plus educating the public. The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition 9 Swan Lakers , P.O. Box 399, Bigfork, MT A non-profit organization working to protect the Swan Lake ecosystem and the rural character of the area. Swan Ecosystem Center , USFS Condon Work Center, 6887 Highway 83, Condon, MT Mission is to maintain the Swan Valley s unique natural resources and ensure that a vibrant human community can sustain itself within a healthy ecosystem through stewardship, education, economic viability and conservation on public and private land. Trout Unlimited , Flathead Valley Chapter, P.O. Box 638, Kalispell, MT Mission is to preserve, protect, and restore trout and salmon fisheries and their watersheds. Vital Ground Foundation , T-2 Fort Missoula, Missoula, MT Operating as a land trust, the mission of the Vital Ground Foundation is to protect and restore North America s grizzly bear populations by conserving wildlife habitat. Acre by acre we protect jigsaw puzzle pieces of habitat to maintain the lifelines between grizzly bear ecosystems. Water Resources Division (DNRC) - Kalispell Office , 655 Timberwolf Parkway, Suite 4, Kalispell, MT Promotes and coordinates the wise use and conservation of Montana s water resources for Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Whitefish Lake Institute , 635 Denver Street, Whitefish, MT Engages the local citizenry to protect and improve the Whitefish area lake resources of today while providing a collective vision for tomorrow. Whitefish Legacy Partners (WLP) , 525 Railway Street, #206, P.O. Box 1895, Whitefish, MT WLP is dedicated to creating permanent access and recreational opportunities on the public lands surrounding Whitefish for generations to come. Builds and manages The Whitefish Trail in rural Whitefish, supporting conservation, recreation and recreation in the north Flathead Valley. Volunteers perform basic trail construction and maintenance. CONSUMER PROTECTION & LEGAL ASSISTANCE FLATHEAD COUNTY Adult Probation/Parole , 575 Sunset Boulevard, Suite 208, Kalispell, MT Drug Collection / Prescription Medication Disposal Site , Northwest Drug Task Force. In the ground floor lobby of the Flathead County Justice Center, 920 South Main Street in Kalispell, the Flathead County Sheriff s Office has installed a secure container for the collection and disposal of waste or unwanted prescription medicines from County residents. The large, white, mailbox-style drop box has a selfservice door-slot opening for easy drop-off. Just follow the simple directions that have been posted on the box. Flathead County Attorney , 920 South Main, P.O. Box 1516, Kalispell, MT Flathead County Sheriff s Posse Association , P.O. Box 31, Kalispell, MT For emergencies, call the Sheriff s Department or Internal Revenue Service (IRS) , , 275 Corporate Avenue, Kalispell, MT Provides general tax information as well as information on local VITA sites, a yearly program that assists seniors and others who need help with their tax forms. Kalispell office open Monday - Friday, 8:30-11:00 am and 12 Noon - 4:00 pm. Juvenile Parole , 575 Sunset Blvd, Suite 208, Kalispell, MT Supervises juvenile offenders who have been released from a youth correctional facility. Juvenile Probation/Youth Court Services , 800 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT Kalispell Police Association , P.O. Box 2451, Kalispell, MT An organization for sworn police officers. Montana Landlords Association (MLA) , , Flathead Chapter, 1360 Lake Blaine Road, Kalispell, MT Offers a variety of services to improve and support the residential Landlord / Tenant industry in Montana. Provides MLA members with timely information about industry developments, educational opportunities and membership benefits. MLA also provides tenants with information and resources that assist them in understanding Rental Agreements and the law that governs the Landlord / Tenant relationship. Northwest Crime Survival Institute , 3949 Highway 40 West, P.O. Box 5584, Whitefish, MT Offers two levels of action-oriented participation to focus on mental and physical preparation, Krav maga self-defense, crime prevention and survival. Public Defender s Office , 248 Third Avenue East, Kalispell, MT Self-Help Law Center , Law Library, 920 South Main Street, Basement, Kalispell, MT Assists self-represented litigants with court access and legal resources. The resource officer cannot give legal advice but will be available to help litigants find what forms they need, give general guidance on how to fill out the forms, and direct litigants in what to do with the finished product. The Center will have a list of attorneys and mediators who may offer free service to the Center s clients. These attorneys/ mediators may be able to help people before they take an issue to court or help solve the dispute before a single document is filed. Serves Flathead and Lincoln counties. Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) , Area IX Agency on Aging, 160 Kelly Road, Kalispell, MT Montana SMP is a group of trained volunteers who teach others about health care fraud. The volunteers show Medicare and Medicaid recipients how to protect against, detect, and report fraud. The volunteers work one-on-one with beneficiaries, give presentations to groups, and represent the SMP at events. Social Security Administration (Kalispell), (National), 275 Corporate Drive, Suite D, Kalispell, MT Processes applications for Social Security, retirement and disability, Medicare, survivors and dependants, Supplemental Security Income, etc. Handles questions concerning benefit checks and Social Security numbers. Handles Social Security Cards. Serves Flathead and Lincoln counties plus the small portion of Lake County where ZIP Codes begin with 599. Victim Advocacy Services (Crisis Line). Advocates offer court advocacy including help with Orders of Protection and support during investigation and prosecution at Justice Center and City Courts. Offered by the Abbie Shelter. VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) , , Community Action Partnership of Northwest Montana (CAPNM), 214 Main Street, P.O. Box 8300, Kalispell, MT Provides low-to-moderate income residents with free tax preparation and assistance from IRS certified Volunteers. VITA sites are open during income tax season from the end of January until April 15th. Available in Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. STATEWIDE & NATIONAL RESOURCES American Civil Liberties Union of Montana (ACLU) (Office), (Civil Rights Complaints), P.O. Box 1317, Helena, MT The office does not routinely assist individuals, but focuses resources on cases affecting groups. Better Business Bureau , 152 South Jefferson, Suite 200, Spokane, WA Call to file a complaint against a business or to check out a business or a charity. Citizens Advocate Office State of Montana Governor s Office, P.O. Box , Helena, MT Directly charged by the Governor to assist Montanans in their interactions with state executive branch agencies. Not able to intervene in matters regarding federal, local or tribal governments, school districts, other state-wide elected officials or non-executive branch agencies. Will refer people to appropriate authorities in these situations. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) Hotline This national hotline can be used to find out whether a product has been recalled, learn how to return a recalled product or arrange for its repair, obtain information on what to look for when buying consumer products, obtain information on how to use a consumer product safely, obtain information about ordering CPSC publications, report an unsafe product, and report a product-related injury. Disability Rights Montana (Voice/TDD), (Voice/TDD), 1022 Chestnut Street, Helena, MT Protects and advocates for the human, legal, and civil rights of Montanans with disabilities while advancing dignity, equality, and self-determination.

10 10 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition Elder Law The Montana Legal Services Developer in the Montana Office on Aging provides elder law training and resources for seniors, family members and social outreach workers. The program also develops pro bono and local legal services referrals, training materials and telephone assistance to seniors on related matters. Federal Tax Information , (TDD). Provides general tax information as well as information on local VITA sites, a yearly program that assists seniors and others who need help with their tax forms. Home Health Hotline (Complaints) , Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Montana Fair Housing , , 2522 South Third Street West, Missoula, MT Investigates allegations of discrimination in housing, counsels victims of discrimination, and facilitates both the state and federal complaint process. Serves housing providers and consumers across the state, responding to inquiries and discriminatory housing complaints. Montana Human Rights Bureau , , 1625 Eleventh Avenue, P.O. Box 1728, Helena, MT Investigates complaints of discrimination. A department of the Montana Department of Labor and Industry. Montana Human Rights Network , P.O. Box 1509, Helena, MT A coalition that works towards democracy for all in Montana. Montana Insurance Commission , , 840 Helena Avenue, Helena, MT Provides consumer information, annual renewals, filings and taxes. Helps protect against fraud. Montana Law Help Montana Legal Services Hotline. Free civil legal assistance for low income individuals. Montana Lawyer Referral & Information Service , Weekdays 8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., P.O. Box 577, Helena, MT. A resource available when you feel you need an attorney but you re not sure who to turn to. If you need legal help, you ll be referred to an appropriate Montana attorney for your issues. Montana Medical Legal Panel Eleventh Avenue, Suite 1, Helena, MT Montana law requires that you first present your claim to the Montana Medical Legal Panel before you can file suit. Montana Office of Consumer Protection , th Avenue, P.O. Box , Helena, MT The Office tracks scams and alerts citizens; educates young people about buying their first car and renting their first apartment; teaches Montanans how to manage their credit reports and keep their personal financial information secret and safe; reaches out to farmers and ranchers Montana s first small businesses and helps them navigate a market that is increasingly controlled by a handful of large corporations; and more. If you need help finding your way around in today s world or you feel you ve been victimized, the Office is there to help. Montana Safety & Health Bureau , th Avenue, P.O. Box 1728, Helena, MT Raises the level of awareness of Montana employers and employees about workplace safety and health through inspection, consultation, technical assistance and training. Patent Application & Registration , Inventors Assistance Center (IAC), Patent & Trademark, Patent & Trademark Office, Washington, DC Answers general questions, assists with filling out forms, and has information about rules, procedures, and fees. People s Law Center , P.O. Box 5046, Helena, MT Handles Social Security disability cases (SSI and SSDI). Public Service Commission - State of Montana (Complaints), , 1701 Prospect Avenue, P.O. Box , Helena, MT Assists with complaints regarding utility companies. Senior Citizens Advocacy Services , , Senior and Long Term Care Division, State of Montana, th Avenue, P.O. Box 4210, Helena, MT Supports the passage and enforcement of laws and other social measures that protect and promote the rights and interests of older adults. State Bar of Montana , 7 West Sixth Avenue, Suite 2B, P.O. Box 577, Helena, MT Serves the legal needs of judges, attorneys, and the general public by providing reference and research assistance. State Law Library of Montana (Montana Only). Serves the legal needs of judges, attorneys, and the general public by providing reference and research assistance. Taxpayer Advocate Service (Problem Resolution Office). The Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS) is an independent organization within the IRS and is your voice at the IRS. It helps taxpayers who are experiencing economic harm, such as not being able to provide necessities like housing, transportation, or food; taxpayers who are seeking help in resolving problems with the IRS; and those who believe an IRS system or procedure is not working as it should. TIP-MONT Report violations of fish, wildlife or parks regulations or violations by persons who poach, vandalize or otherwise abuse Montana s natural heritage. Victim Information Line Crime victims in Montana have the right to receive, upon request, certain information about the offender. After registering, you will be contacted by phone, , or letter to let you know the current location of the offender, important custody changes, upcoming parole hearings, transfers to other facilities, furloughs, discharge dates, releases to community corrections, escape, recapture, and the offender s death. Victim Services , , Option 6, Office of Victim Services, State of Montana, 2225 Eleventh Avenue, P.O. Box , Helena, MT Serves as a central reference point for victims of crime and offers information and referrals. Programs and services include: Crime Victim Advocates List, Crime Victim Compensation, Domestic Violence, Forensic Rape Examination Payment, Identity Theft, and Forms and Publications. Welfare Fraud Hotline , Quality Assurance Division (QAD), Montana Department of Health & Human Services. Report possible abuse and fraud by recipients of TANF (Temporary Assistance to Needy Families), Medicaid, and SNAP (formerly Food Stamps). QAD will investigate. Workers Compensation (Customer Service), (Claims Assistance), (Fraud Hotline). Workers Compensation Benefit Summary , P.O. Box 8011, Helena, MT Is a series of pamphlets showing benefits available to injured workers. Information in the pamphlets is a summary of the most commonly requested information on workers compensation wage loss and medical benefits available to covered employees injured on the job. Workers Compensation Fraud Hotline Report possible cases of Workers Compensation fraud in Montana for the Montana State Fund. Internet access only. Helps low-income individuals solve legal problems. Has articles, forms, courts information, where to find legal help, and more. COUNSELORS Androes & Androes , 275 Corporate Drive, Suite 905, Kalispell, MT Auerhammer Professional Services , 836 Holt Drive, Suite 321, Bigfork, MT Tom and Diana Auerhammer. Bartlett Counseling, PC , 234 Second Street West, Kalispell, MT Brooks, Helen R., LCPC , 40 Second Street East, Suite 204, Kalispell, MT Bryson Counseling & Consulting , 100 East Second Street, Whitefish, MT Steven C. Bryson, RNMC. Byrne, Lee Anne, LCSW , 305 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT Buttram, John, LPC , 38 East Washington, Suite 4, Kalispell, MT Cameron-Russell, Sally, LCSW, LAC , 286 Fifth Avenue East North, Kalispell, MT Care Counseling , 690 North Meridian, Suite 205, Kalispell, MT Carol L. Winters, MS, CRC. 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11 Carlson Child Therapy , 412 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT Terri Carlson, LCSW. Colyer, Thomas, T., PhD , 612 Seventh Street East, Kalispell, MT Crissman, Philip, MA, LCPC , 307 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT Crosswinds Counseling & Consulting Enrichment Ministries , 611 Third Avenue East, Kalispell, MT Ewalt, Kelly, LCPC , 305 First Avenue West, Columbia Falls, MT Firefly Healing Arts (Julie Klewatt) Flathead Valley Art Therapy , 723 Fifth Avenue East, Suite 110-C, Kalispell, MT Flathead Valley Chemical Dependency Clinic , 1312 North Meridian Road, P.O. Box 7115, Kalispell, MT Garrett, Angie, LCPC, LAC Highway 93 South (Mountain Mall), Whitefish, MT Glacierhaven , 38 Village Loop, Kalispell, MT Graves-Gill, Jo Ann, MA, LCPC, LAC , 725 Sixth Avenue East, Kalispell, MT Greenberg, Kari, LCPC , 244 Spokane Avenue, Whitefish, MT Hayden, Kathleen E., LCSW , 307 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT Henderson, Mike , Kalispell, MT Intermountain Child & Family Services , 322 Second Avenue West, Suite A, Kalispell, MT Jez, Angela, PSYD Jobe, Cindie, MA, LCPC, LAC , 1480 Memory Lane, Kalispell, MT Klemann, Debra, LCPC, LMFT , 185 Commons Loop, Suite C, Kalispell, MT Kramer, Beth, LCPC , 100 Second Street East, Whitefish, MT Leander, Tana, LCSW , 443 Osborn Avenue, Suite 110, Bigfork, MT Lee, Colleen, MPC, LCPC , 359 North Main Street, Kalispell, MT Lombardi Counseling , 100 Second Street East, Whitefish, MT Mikkelsen, Lynn , 281 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT Mohr, Mary Dana, Counseling , 2302 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT Newman Center , 75 Claremont Stsreet, Suite C, Kalispell, MT Noble Anna Norrell, Natalie , 1500 Airport Road, Kalispell, MT North Star Counseling Services , 729 Nucleus Avenue, Suite C, Columbia Falls, MT Troy Wakefield, LCSW. Northwest Family Recovery Program , 309 Wisconsin Avenue, Whitefish, MT Norvell, Tamsin, MA, LCPC , 33 Second Street East, Suite 8A, Kalispell, MT Olson, Paul, PhD O Neal, Florance, MS , 725 Sixth Avenue East, Kalispell, MT Paxman, Edith (Edy), LCSW , 305 Third Avenue East, Kalispell, MT Piersall, Bob, MSW, LCSW , 725 Sixth Avenue East, Kalispell, MT Power & Compassion Christian Counseling , 359 North Main, Kalispell, MT Dale and Adi Lee, MA, LCPC. Raven Counseling , 77 Deer Creek Road, Somers, MT Reifers, Thomas, MS-LPC , 690 North Meridian Road, Suite 217A, Kalispell, MT Rocky Mountain Counseling , 1507 First Avenue West, Suite B, Kalispell, MT Saunders, Cary, LCSW, LAC , th Street East, Kalispell, MT Scott-Markle, Anne, MA, LCPC , 305 First Avenue West, Columbia Falls, MT Senter, Jane, LCPC, LAC , 286 Fifth Avenue East North, Kalispell, MT Simon-Thomas, Jennifer, PhD , 723 Fifth Avenue East, Kalispell, MT Stevens, Margy, MA, MAT, LCPC Wisconsin Avenue, P.O. Box 785, Whitefish, MT 59937; KM Building, 40 Second Street East, Suite 203, Kalispell, MT Stillwater Therapeutic Services , 418 Windward Way, Kalispell, MT Swenson, Jerri L., LCPC , 100 Second Street East (Riverside Plaza), Whitefish, MT Tesar, Vim, MS, LCPC, LAC, CRC , 22 Second Avenue West, #3100, Kalispell, MT Therapy Arts Clinic , 355 First Avenue West North, Kalispell, MT Victor Houser, MD, Myia L. Powers, LCSW, and Karen Skonord, CFNP. Thorman, Sara, MSW, LAC , 333 Baker Avenue, Whitefish, MT Trontel, Shawn, ACSW , 33 Second Street East, Kalispell, MT CULTURAL ARTS - DRAMA, MUSIC & MUSEUMS Academy of the Performing Arts , 11 Meadowlark Drive, Kalispell, MT Music lessons for all ages in piano, keyboard, guitar, bass, drums, violin, and woodwinds. Offers dance lessons in jazz, hip hop, ballet, tap, and lyrical. Alpine Theatre Project (Box Office), (Business Office), 218 Central Avenue, P.O. Box 1959, Whitefish, MT Montana s own professional Equity summer theatre brings performers from Broadway and other regional theatres to its stage. Productions range from classic musicals to contemporary drama. Bigfork Dance & Acrobatic Studio , Branding Iron Station, #103, 7935 Highway 35 South, Bigfork, MT Offers programs in Jazz, hip hop, acrobatics, tumbling, pre-ballet, lyrical ballet, tap, pointe, and clogging. Bigfork Museum of Art & History , 525 Electric Avenue, P.O. Box 743, Bigfork, MT Bigfork Center for Performing Arts , 526 Electric Avenue, P.O. Box 1230, Bigfork, MT A 435-seat, year-round facility that is used by the Bigfork community more than 200 days each year for the Summer Playhouse, Children s Theatre, amateur theater groups, professional touring groups and Bigfork High School presentations. The facilities may also be rented. Bigfork Community Players. P.O. Box 23, Bigfork, MT Bigfork Playhouse Children s Theatre , , 833 Grand Avenue, P.O. Box 456, Bigfork, MT Bigfork Summer Playhouse , 526 Electric Avenue, P.O. Box 456, Bigfork, MT Conrad Mansion Museum , 330 Woodland Avenue, P.O. Box 1041, Kalispell, MT Guided tours are given May 15 through October 15. Don Lawrence Orchestra , , P.O. Box 1482, Whitefish, MT Sixteen member dance orchestra featuring music from the Big Band era to the present. Performs for concerts, benefits, dances, and weddings. Rehearsals are held at Snappy Sport Senter, 1400 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT First Night Flathead , P.O. Box 3121, Kalispell, MT A New Year s Eve gala in downtown Kalispell with an alcohol-free family-oriented entertainment program of art, music and festivity for all ages. Has the most music anywhere in the Valley with 35 separate bands. Free family activities. Flathead V-8 Auto Museum , 8020 Highway 35, Bigfork, MT Showcases classic and antique cars and trucks and automobile memorabilia. Open June through October. Flathead Valley Blues Society , P.O. Box 5322, Kalispell, MT Supports Blues music in the Flathead Valley with Blues events and radio interviews. Flathead Valley Community Band , P.O. Box 9871, Kalispell, MT Traditional concert band that performs throughout the valley in a variety of venues, especially in the summer. Flathead Valley LIVE On Stage (FVLOS) , P.O. Box 894, Kalispell, MT Offers an annual concert series for the enjoyment and enrichment of listeners in Northwest Montana. The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition 11 Flathead Valley Jazz Society. P.O. Box 2627, Kalispell, MT Promotes and preserves all styles of jazz and social dancing in the Flathead Valley. Sponsors the Glacier Jazz Stampede held in Kalispell in early October. Flathead Valleyaires Barbershop Chorus , , 660 Wishart Road, Kalispell, MT Men s barbershop chorus performs at special events valley-wide, and sponsors an annual spring show. Member of the Barbershop Harmony Society. Meets at Epworth Church, 329 Second Avenue East, Kalispell, MT FVCC Theatre , , , Flathead Valley Community College, Arts and Technology Building, 777 Grandview Drive, Kalispell, MT Presents a wide line-up of quality productions each season. Auditions are always open to community members. Glacier Art Academy , KM Building, 29 Third Street East, Kalispell, MT Provides classes and workshops for adults and children including after school art sessions, oil painting, drawing, and artistic anatomy. Located in the southwest corner of the KM Building with its own entrance on the south side of the building. Glacier Guitar, Bass, Drums & Piano Lessons; School of Rock, Jazz & Country; concerts. All styles and levels taught. Glacier Symphony & Chorale , 69 North Main Street, P.O. Box 2491, Kalispell, MT Classical, holiday, and pops concerts each season; includes visiting musicians, guest artists, and string quartets. The Friends of Glacier Symphony and Chorale is a volunteer organization that works to benefit the Symphony and Chorale. Hockaday Museum of Art , 302 Second Avenue East, Kalispell, MT Contemporary/ historic works by regional, national and international artists. Exhibits change regularly. Includes art education programs for children and adults. Junior Music Academy , 1440 Highway 35 East, Kalispell, MT Keyboard/piano, note reading, rhythm, singing, guitar, and recorder for ages Kalispell Area Music Teachers Association , (Studio), P.O. Box 118, Rollins, MT Promotes music through various programs and activities. Meetings held at Bethel Baptist Church, 936 Fourth Avenue West, in Kalispell. Miracle of America Museum , Memory Lane, Polson, MT Historical museum and pioneer village. Open all year. Montana Highlanders Pipe Band , Montana Highlanders Association, P.O. Box 8771, Kalispell, MT Performs in parades, concerts, cultural events, fairs, and private functions such as weddings and memorials. Montana Old Time Fiddlers Association , P.O. Box 458, Columbia Falls, MT Bluegrass music and old time fiddling. Able to provide entertainment for events. Museum At Central School , 124 Second Avenue East, Kalispell, MT History of Northwest Montana; John White Lecture Series; Montana History Book Club; Historic Film Club; children s school tours; meeting rooms available. Volunteer opportunities are always available for the Welcome Desk, Gift Shop, Collections Management, Docents (tour guides), and Native Plants Gardening. Operated by the Northwest Montana Historical Society. Museum Of The Plains Indian , P.O. Box 140, Browning, MT Northern Great Plains Native American artifacts, culture and art. Located at the junction of Highway 2 and Highway 89 in Browning. North Valley Music School , 432 Spokane Avenue, P.O. Box 4446, Whitefish, MT Private lessons in piano, violin, viola, voice, guitar, mandolin, banjo, cello, and flute; group instruction; Music Together; early childhood group classes; and bluegrass jam group. Northwest Montana Accordion Association , 213 Northern Lights Blvd, Kalispell, MT Everyone welcome. O Shaughnessy Cultural Arts Center , One Central Avenue, Whitefish, MT Located in downtown Whitefish, the Center is a city-owned facility rented on a long-term basis to the Whitefish Theatre Company (WTC). The Center is available for use by other community groups when WTC is not using the facility for its activities. It is fully accessible for patrons with disabilities and anyone needing special seating should notify the Box Office in advance. Old Jail Museum , , 109 South Madison Street, P.O. Box 774, Thompson Falls, MT People s Center , Highway 93 North, P.O. Box 278, Pablo, MT Provides public education on aspects of traditional lifestyles and histories of the Salish, Kootenai, and Pend d Oreille people as sanctioned by tribal Elders and the Culture Committees. Polson-Flathead Historical Museum , 708 Main Street, P.O. Box 206, Polson, MT Preserves the history of the Mission Valley and the Flathead Indian Reservation. Stumptown Art Studio Central Avenue, P.O. Box 4938, Whitefish, MT Year round classes for children and adults. Has outreach programs for rural schools and a library of art-related resources. Stumptown Historical Society & Whitefish Museum , Whitefish Railroad Depot, 500 Depot Street, Suite 101, Whitefish, MT Exhibits and collects Whitefish and North Flathead Valley history and artifacts, quilting (including Indian), trapping & hunting, logging, and Great Northern Railroad history. Locomotive on display. Walking In Beauty , 2785 Foothills Road, P.O. Box 5410, Kalispell, MT Aids schools and their communities by providing access to extraordinary musicians and musical events at essentially no cost and that would otherwise be unavailable to them. Whitefish Theatre Company (WTC) , One Central Avenue, Whitefish, MT Its mission is to foster professional excellence in community theatre while providing artistic and educational opportunities in the performing arts. Offers theatrical summer camps for children. Operates and presents performances at the O Shaughnessy Center in downtown Whitefish. DANCE PROGRAMS & GROUPS Academy of the Performing Arts , 11 Meadowlark Drive, Kalispell, MT Music lessons for all ages in piano, keyboard, guitar, bass, drums, violin, and woodwinds. Offers dance lessons in jazz, hip hop, ballet, tap, and lyrical. Dance Classes at FVCC , Continuing Education, Flathead Valley Community College, Arts and Technology Building, 777 Grandview Drive, Kalispell, MT Learn the waltz, two-step, jitterbug, cha cha, salsa, line dancing and others. Fame Dance & Theatre Arts , 604 Nucleus Avenue, Columbia Falls, MT Fast-n-8ers Square Dance Club , Mailing Address: th Street West, Columbia Falls, MT Dances are held at the Kalispell Senior Center, 403 Second Avenue West, in Kalispell. Visitors welcome. Flatheaders Square Dance Club , 403 Second Avenue West, Kalispell, MT Mailing Address: 139 Nicholson Drive, Kalispell, MT Mid-November - Mid-May. Halau Ka Waikahe Lani Malie (Hula School) , P.O. Box 10595, Kalispell, MT Traditional Hula School for language, culture and dance. Kalispell Country Cloggers , 180 Riverside Drive, Kalispell, MT All ages are welcome. Noble Dance , P.O. Box 5024, Kalispell, MT Ballet instruction for ages 4 and up. Northwest Ballet School & Company , 1411 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT Studios located at 1411 First Avenue West in Kalispell and O Shaughnessy Center, One Central Avenue, in Whitefish. Offers ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop and modern dance classes as well as local performances. For ages 3½ - Adult.

12 12 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition Western Line Dancers , 99 Northern Lights Boulevard, Kalispell, MT Meets at the Kalispell Senior Citizens Center, 403 Second Avenue West, in Kalispell. Does demonstrations for the Northwest Montana Fair, Share Fair, schools, retirement homes and other requests. Everyone is welcome. Whitefish Dance & Acrobat Studio , Whitefish Mountain Mall, Suite 13B, 6475 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT Offers programs in Jazz, hip hop, acrobatics, tumbling, pre-ballet, lyrical ballet, tap, pointe, and clogging. DENTISTS Alpenglow Dental , 3000 Hospital Way East, Whitefish, MT Alpine Family Dental , 101 Westview Park Place, Kalispell, MT Anthony, Leslie B., DMD, PC , 75 Claremont Street, #G, Kalispell, MT Atchinson, John J., DDS , 401 Baker Avenue, Whitefish, MT Bigfork Dental Center, PC , 8289 Highway 35, Bigfork, MT Gary R. McCrummen, DDS. Blanchard, Heather Neal, DDS, PLLC , 210 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT Bowman, Michael C, DDS , 22 Second Avenue West, Suite 3000, Kalispell, MT The Brace Place , 34 Bruyer Way, Kalispell, MT Buffington, Neil J., DDS , 604 First Avenue, Columbia Falls, MT Bushnell, Benjamin, DDS , 150 Bills Road, Lakeside, MT Cahoon, Todd W., DDS, MS , 115 Commons Way, Suite 101, Kalispell, MT Calderwood, Dean W., DDS , Columbia Falls Family Dental Center, 105 Nucleus Avenue, Columbia Falls, MT Clark, Cameron N., DMD , 430 Winward Way, #205, Kalispell, MT Clayton, Larry, DDS , 100 Village Lane, Bigfork, MT Colonna, Mark P., DDS, PC , Montana Center for Laser Dentistry, 6516 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT Columbia Falls Family Dental Center , 105 Nucleus Avenue, Columbia Falls, MT Dean W. Calderwood, DDS, John F. Miller, DDS. Dalen Dental Clinic , 6345 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT Gary Dalen, DDS, Jeffrey A. Dalen, DDS. Daniels, Eric, DDS , 401 Baker Avenue, Whitefish, MT Davis, Ronald V., DDS , 40 Four Mile Drive, Suite 6, Kalispell, MT Dental Distinctions PC , 50 Village Loop, Kalispell, MT Tere Nelson, DDS, FAGD. Dickson, Scott S., DMD , 690 North Meridian Road, Suite 106, Kalispell, MT Dodrill, David M., DDS , Montana Center for Laser Dentistry, 6516 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT Eller, Gregory D., DMD , 1874 Highway 93 North, Kalispell, MT Flathead Community Health Center: Medical & Dental Services , Flathead City- County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT Walk-in clinic hours are available for emergency dental needs. Flathead Denture , 734 Ninth Street (Falls Station), Columbia Falls, MT Flynn, Lorence R., DDS , 1279 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT Friess, Robert D., DDS , 211 Fifth Street West, Columbia Falls, MT Glacier Centre for Dentistry , 80 Four Mile Drive, Kalispell, MT Glacier Dental Group PC , 1228 Whitefish Stage Road, Kalispell, MT David C. Keim, DDS. Great Northern Dental Care , 160 Heritage Way, Kalispell, MT Ron Jarvis, DDS. Greenery Park Dentistry , 40 Four Mile Drive, Suite 6, Kalispell, MT Hammer, Wm. Neil, DMD , 140 Fifth Street West, Kalispell, MT Hoag, James D., DDS , 430 Windward Way, Suite 201, Kalispell, MT Jarvis, Ron, DDS , 160 Heritage Way, Kalispell, MT Johnson, Stephen P., DDS , 3 Sunset Plaza, Kalispell, MT Jones Dentistry , 340 West Center Street, Kalispell, MT David A. Jones, DDS; William J. Jones, DDS. Jones, William J., DDS , 340 West Center Street, Kalispell, MT Kalispell Oral Surgery & Implants , 115 Commons Way, Suite 101, Kalispell, MT David Weber, DDS, MD. Keim, David C., DMD , 1228 Whitefish Stage Road, Kalispell, MT Lakeside Family Dentistry, PC , 150 Bills Road, P.O. Box 302, Lakeside, MT Ben Bushnell, DDS. Lilly Family Dentistry , 905 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite C, Whitefish, MT Pamela M. Lilly, DDS, Meagan Lilly-Frank, DDS. Lindemann, Kurt S., DDS, PC , Glacier Centre for Dentistry, 80 Four Mile Drive, Kalispell, MT Mason, Charles W., DDS , 34 Bruyer Way, Kalispell, MT Miller, John F., DDS. Columbia Falls Family Dental Center, 105 Nucleus Avenue, Columbia Falls, MT Montana Center for Laser Dentistry , 6516 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT Dr. Mark Colonna, Dr. David M. Dodrill. Montana First District Dental Society , 80 Four Mile Drive, Suite 13, Kalispell, MT Morehouse, Douglas A., DDS , 150 Bills Road, P.O. Box 302, Lakeside, MT Nelson, Peter B., DMD , 795 Sunset Blvd, Kalispell, MT Pediatric Dentistry.salvat Nelson, Tere, DDS , 50 Village Loop, Kalispell, MT Newman, Roger K., DDS , 160 Nucleus Avenue, Columbia Falls, MT Pittaway, Thomas, DMD , 124 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT Plaza West II Dental Group , 124 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT Potthoff, Ronald B., DDS, PC , , 195 Commons Loop, Suite A, Kalispell, MT Price, Erin C., DMD , 8289 Highway 35, Bigfork, MT Schultz, Denny L., DDS , 720 Second Street East, Kalispell, MT Scranton, Carol Ann, DDS , 145 Commons Loop, Kalispell, MT Semrau, David, DDS, Dr , Parkway Family Dental, 221 Parkway Drive, Kalispell, MT Small, Connie L., DDS , 1050 North Meridian Road West North, Kalispell, MT Stebbins, Michael P., DDS, PC , 1860 Highway 93 North, Kalispell, MT Thurston Orthodontics, PC , 125 Commons Way, #1, Kalispell, MT Thomas A. Thurston, DMD. Windauer, Robert P., DDS, PC , 75 Claremont Street, Kalispell, MT EDUCATION RELATED ORGANIZATIONS & PROGRAMS AARP Driver Safety Education. Completing a class can reduce insurance premiums for drivers age 50 and over. Four-hour classes at various times are held at these locations and call for more information: Bigfork Senior Center ( ), Columbia Falls Senior Center ( ), North Valley Hospital ( ), and The Summit ( ). These classes are also announced in area local newspapers. Child Care Provider Training , , The Nurturing Center, 146 Third Avenue West, Kalispell, MT Business and professional education along with child development and guidance workshops. All classes offered meet the guidelines from the Early Childhood Project as approved training. Technical assistance is offered for child care providers who are struggling to keep their businesses viable. Has a lending library for child care providers to borrow to help develop individual programs to benefit the children in care. Educational Opportunity Center (TRIO/EOC) , 777 Grandview Drive, LRC-139, Kalispell, MT Provides educational outreach to individuals who are no longer in school but want to pursue high school GED certificates. The EOC encourages individuals to return to high school or enter college by providing: career guidance, academic advising, financial aid assistance, college applications, and linkages to other agencies providing assistance. TRIO/EOC is part of a Montana State University- Northern program that serves potential students all across Montana. TRIO/EOC is a federally funded U.S. Department of Education program. Family Forestry Expo , Flathead National Forest, 650 Wolfpack Way, Kalispell, MT A yearly, week-long forest use education and forest management program held in May at the Trumbull Creek Educational Forest between Columbia Falls and Whitefish. The goal is to educate local area students and families on the many issues of forest use and forest management. Sponsors are a diversified group of organizations including local service groups, resource users, professional societies, government agencies, conservation groups, forest industry, local business, and interested individuals. Flathead Home Educators Association , P.O. Box 7661, Kalispell, MT Information, news, and encouragement for Flathead Home Educators. Helps support lobbying for home education at the capital in Helena. Kalispell Education Association (KEA) , , 1082 Rocky Meadows Loop, Kalispell, MT Montana Coalition of Home Educators , P.O. Box 9726, Kalispell, MT Brings homeschoolers together to protect Montana s home school freedom while maintaining the independence and autonomy of the individual families and the existing local and state organizations. Student Assistance Foundation (Questions), 2500 Broadway, Helena, MT Provides students and families with knowledge and tools to finance and pursue post-secondary education. Programs include grants, community outreach, counseling and training on education finance planning. Veterans Upward Bound , Flathead Valley Community College, Arts and Technology Building, 777 Grandview Drive, Kalispell, MT A free U.S. Department of Education program designed to help eligible U.S. military veterans refresh their academic skills and successfully complete the post secondary school of their choosing. Offers in-class instruction locally on the FVCC campuses in Kalispell and Libby. ELECTED OFFICIALS - CITY, COUNTY, STATE, US COLUMBIA FALLS CITY OFFICIALS City Hall: , 130 Sixth Street West, Columbia Falls, MT Please use city address for correspondence with all Columbia Falls City Community and Elected Officials. Columbia Falls City Council: Darrin Fisher, Doug Karper, Jennifer Lovering, Dave Petersen, Julie Plevel, and Mike Shepard. Columbia Falls Community and Government Officials: Building Inspector: Virgil Bench, , City Attorney: Justin Breck, City Clerk: Barb Torres, City Judge: Susan Tina Gordon, City Manager: Susan Nicosia, City Parks: City Pool: (Seasonal) City Treasurer: Fire Department: Rick Hagen, Mayor: Don Barnhart, Police Chief: Dave Perry, Public Works Director (Streets / Water / Sewer / Park): Water / Sewer Billing: , Deputy Clerk / Utility Billing KALISPELL CITY OFFICIALS City Hall: , 201 First Avenue East, P.O. Box 1997 Kalispell, MT Kalispell City Council: Ward 1: Sandy Carlson, , 40 Rockefeller Drive, Kalispell, MT Ward 1: Kari Gabriel, , 312 Northridge Drive, Kalispell, MT Ward 2: Chad Graham, , 105 Moes Run, Kalispell, MT Ward 2: Wayne Saverud, , 160 Buffalo Stage, Kalispell, MT Ward 3: Jim Atkinson, , 1237 Fifth Street West, Kalispell, MT Ward 3: Randy Kenyon, , 403 Seventh Avenue West, P.O. Box 3312, Kalispell, MT Ward 4: Tim Kluesner, , 1211 Fifth Avenue East, Kalispell, MT Ward 4: Phil Guiffrida , 1124 Third Avenue West, Kalispell, MT Kalispell Community and Government Officials: Please use city address for correspondence with these Community and Elected Officials. Building Department: Jeff Clawson, City Attorney: Charles Harball, City Clerk: Theresa White, City Manager: Doug Russell, Community & Economic Development: Finance Director: Rick Wills, Fire Chief: Dave Dedman, Mayor: Mark Johnson, Municipal Court: Municipal Judge: Judge Lori Adams, Parks & Recreation: Planning Department: Tom Jentz, Police Chief: Roger Nasset, Public Works Department: Susie Turner, WHITEFISH CITY OFFICIALS City Hall: , 418 East Second Street, P.O. Box 158, Whitefish, MT Whitefish City Council: Anderson, John W , P.O. Box 158, Whitefish, MT Barberis, Pamela , P.O. Box 158, Whitefish, MT Feury, Andy , P.O. Box 158, Whitefish, MT Frandsen, Jen , P.O. Box 158, Whitefish, MT Hildner, Richard , P.O. Box 158, Whitefish, MT Sweeney, Frank , P.O. Box 158, Whitefish, MT Whitefish Community and Government Officials:

13 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition 13 Please use city address for correspondence with these Community and Elected Officials. City Attorney: Mary VanBuskirk, City Clerk: Necile Lorang, City Manager: Chuck Stearns, Construction/Maintenance Supervisor: J. Barringer, Fire Chief: Tom Kennelly, Mayor: John MuhlFeld, Municipal Court: Parks & Recreation Director: Karl Cozad, Planning & Building Director: David Taylor, Police Chief: Bill Dial, Public Works Director: John Wilson, Water/Sewer Department: Rose Elliott, , FLATHEAD COUNTY OFFICIALS Flathead County Mailing Address: 800 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT There is no phone number for Information. Flathead County Commissioners: Flathead County Commissioners Office: , 800 South Main Street, Room 302, Kalispell, MT County Commissioner: Cal Scott, District #1, County Commissioner: Pam Holmquist, District #2, County Commissioner: Gary Krueger, District #3, Flathead County Community and Government Officials: Flathead District Court Offices: , 920 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT H: Tammy walker, Agriculture & Community Development Agent. Pat McGlynn, Area IX Agency on Aging: Lisa Shepherd, Animal Control: Cliff Bennett, Clerk of Court: Peg Allison, Clerk & Recorder: Paula Robinson, Computer Services: Vicki Saxby, County Administrator: Mike Pence, County Attorney: Ed Corrigan, County Auditor: Paula Robinson, County Extension Agents: Pat McGlynn, Disaster & Emergency Services: Elizabeth Brooks, District Court Judge: Heidi Ulbricht, District Court Judge: Ted Lympus, District Court Judge: Bob Allison, District Court Judge: David M. Ortley, Eagle Transit: Fairgrounds: Mark Campbell, Flathead City-County Health Dept: Joe Russell, Flathead County Administrator: Mike Pence, Flathead County Family Court Services: Jolie Fish, Justice Court: Mark R. Sullivan, Daniel R. Wilson, Justice of the Peace: Mark R. Sullivan, Daniel R. Wilson, Juvenile Detention Center: Laurie Rebuck, Library: Kim Crowley, Maintenance: Jed Fisher, Office of Emergency Services: Elizabeth Brooks. Parks & Recreation: Jed Fisher, Planning & Zoning Office: B.J. Grieve, Roads & Bridges: Dave Prunty, RSVP (Retired & Senior Volunteer Program): Sue Holst, Sheriff/Coroner: Chuck Curry, Solid Waste: David Prunty, Superintendent of Schools: Marcia Sheffels, Treasurer: Adele Krantz, Weed Control District: Jed Fisher, Youth Court Services: Nick Nyman, MONTANA LEGISLATURE Legislative Services Division , State Capitol, 1301 East Sixth Avenue, Room 110, P.O. Box , Helena, MT Provides access to timely information concerning the Montana Legislature and the workings of the Montana Legislative Branch. Website address is: MONTANA STATE REPRESENTATIVES State Representative. Gerald Bennett, HD #1, Republican, , 784 Taylor Road, Libby, MT State Representative. Mark W. Blasdel HD #10, Republican, , P.O. Box 291, Somers, MT State Representative. Randy Brodehl, HD #7, Republican, , 16 White Bark, Kalispell, MT State Representative. Forrestina (Frosty) Calf Boss Ribs, HD #15, Democrat, , P.O. Box 20, Heart Butte, MT State Representative. Mike Cuffe, HD #2, Republican, , P.O. Box 1685, Eureka, MT State Representative. Carl Glimm, HD #6, Republican, , 5107 Ashley Road, Kila, MT State Representative. Greg Hertz, HD #11, Republican, , Pinewood Drive, Polson, MT State Representative. Pat Ingraham HD #13, Republican, , P.O. Box 1151, Thompson Falls, MT State Representative. Steve Lavin, HD #8, Republican, , P.O. Box 11241, Kalispell, MT State Representative. Ed Lieser, HD #4, Democrat, , 1355 Lion Mountain Drive, Whitefish, MT State Representative. Jerry O Neil, HD #3, Republican, , 985 Walsh Road, Columbia Falls, MT State Representative. Keith Regier, HD #5, Republican, , 1078 Stillwater Road, Kalispell, MT State Representative. Scott Reichner, HD #9, Republican, , 78 Redtail Ridge, Bigfork, MT State Representative. Daniel Salomon, HD #12, Republican, , Salomon Road, Ronan, MT State Representative. Nicholas Schwaderer, HD #14, Republican, , P.O. Box 370, Superior, MT MONTANA STATE SENATORS State Senator. Dee Brown, SD #2, Republican, , P.O. Box 444, Hungry Horse, MT State Senator. Jennifer Fielder, SD #7, Republican, P.O. Box 2558, Thompson Falls, MT State Senator. Verdell Jackson, SD #5, Republican, , 555 Wagner Lane, Kalispell, MT State Senator: Janna Taylor, SD #6, Republican, , P.O. Box 233, Dayton, MT State Senator. Jon Sonju, SD #4, Republican, , P.O. Box 2954, Kalispell, MT State Senator. Bruce Tutvedt, SD #3, Republican, , 2335 West Valley Drive, Kalispell, MT State Senator. Chas Vincent, SD #1, Republican, , 34 Paul Bunyan Lane, Libby, MT UNITED STATES CONGRESS U.S. Representative. Steve Daines, Republican. Missoula Office: , 110 West Front Street, Missoula, MT Washington, DC, Office: , 206 Cannon House Office Building, Washington, DC, U.S. Senator. Max Baucus, Democrat. Kalispell Office: , 8 Third Street East, Kalispell, MT Missoula Office: , 280 East Front Street, Suite 100, Missoula, MT Washington, DC, Office: (Montana Only), (TDD), 511 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, DC, U.S. Senator. Jon Tester, Democrat. Kalispell Office: , 14 Third Street East, Suite 230, Kalispell, MT Missoula Office: , 130 West Front Street, Missoula, MT Washington, DC, Office: (Montana Only), 706 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, DC, EMERGENCY & RESCUE SERVICES AMBER Alert. Dial 911. Provide local law enforcement agency with information about a suspected child abduction. Restricted to child abduction cases that could be life threatening and is not used to track runaways, missing children or children involved in custody disputes. Braveheart Chaplin Ministry , 650 Fifth Avenue West North, Kalispell, MT Provides support and assistance for both the emergency responders who serve our community and the citizens whom they serve. Flathead 911 Emergency Communications Center. Flathead 911 dispatches law enforcement, fire and medical agencies including rural fire departments, search and rescue teams, county S.W.A.T. and the air ambulance. AMBULANCE SERVICES & QUICK RESPONSE UNITS (QRU) Dial 911 in case of emergency. Non-emergency numbers are listed by department. Air Ambulance. 911 or for emergencies only; for non-emergencies; 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT Big Mountain Fire & EMS , 3790 Big Mountain Road, Whitefish, MT Bigfork Fire & EMS , 810 Grand Drive, Bigfork, MT Coram/West Glacier Fire & EMS , P.O. Box 163, West Glacier, MT Eureka Volunteer Ambulance Service , P.O. Box 736, Eureka, MT Kalispell Ambulance First Avenue East, P.O. Box 1997, Kalispell, MT Lakeside QRU & Ambulance , 201 Bills Road, P.O. Box 911, Lakeside, MT Libby Volunteer Ambulance , P.O. Box 777, Libby, MT Marion Fire Department & Ambulance , 180 Gopher Lane, P.O. Box 939, Marion, MT Olney Ambulance. P.O. Box 7, Olney, MT Polson Ambulance , 904 Second Street East, P.O. Box 838, Polson, MT Three Rivers EMS , 31 Seventh Street West, P.O. Box 1411, Columbia Falls, MT Counseling & Intervention For Children & Their Families Stillwater Therapeutic Services Western Montana Mental Health Center Individual & Family Counseling Children s Case Management - Psychiatric Services Family Based Services - Therapeutic Foster Care Therapeutic Group Home Care (Sinopah House) 418 Windward Way Kalispell For Appointments: Insurance, Medicaid & Healthy Montana Kids Program Mastercard & Visa Welcome

14 14 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition West Valley Volunteer Fire & Rescue , 2412 Farm to Market Road, Kalispell, MT Whitefish Ambulance , , 275 Flathead Avenue, P.O. Box 158, Whitefish, MT EMERGENCY RESCUE SERVICES & RESOURCES Dial 911 in case of emergency. Non-emergency numbers are listed by department. Blacktail Mountain Ski Patrol , Blacktail Mountain Road, P.O. Box 1090, Lakeside, MT Seasonal; emergency services available to Blacktail Mountain ski patrons. Can-Am Search and Rescue. P.O., Box 161, Eureka, MT Dispatched through the Lincoln County Sheriff s Department, Civil Air Patrol , , Flathead Composite Squadron Montana Civil Air Patrol, National Guard Armory, 2989 Highway 93 North, P.O. Box 1982, Kalispell, MT Operates as the all-volunteer civilian auxiliary of the U.S. Air Force. Offers the Civil Air Cadet Program for ages and provides many community service projects. Provides emergency services such as air/ground search and rescue in the US as tasked by the Air Force Rescue Coordination Center and other agencies; disaster-relief support to local, state and national disaster relief organizations; transports time-sensitive medical materials; assists federal agencies in the war on drugs; and much more. David Thompson Search & Rescue , 512 California Avenue, Libby, MT Dispatched through the Lincoln County Sheriff s Department. Flathead Avalanche Center (FAC) (Advisory Hotline), (Office). The goal is to help provide the public with avalanche, snow pack and mountain weather information, as well as provide basic avalanche awareness and education. The Center includes the Cabinet, Flathead, Mission, Purcell, Swan and Whitefish ranges within the Flathead and Kootenai National Forests and portions of Glacier National Park. Flathead County EMS Training , 625 Timberwolf Parkway, Kalispell, MT Provides quality education support in the form of ongoing mandatory recertification programs, continuing education, assistance with training programs, and EMT courses. Part of the Flathead County Office of Emergency Services. Flathead County Search & Rescue (Message), 920 South Main, P.O. Box 358, Kalispell, MT Flathead Nordic Ski Patrol. P.O. Box 443, Whitefish, MT Lake County Search and Rescue , 106 Fourth Avenue East, Polson, MT Lifeline Phone System , , Kalispell Medical Equipment, 55 Third Avenue East North, Kalispell, MT Gives confidence to continue living independently by wearing a special pendant or wristband. Whenever help is needed, it is just a push button away and will be answered by a Lifeline highly-trained operator who will then call for emergency aid. Monthly fee. Montana Operation Lifesaver (MTOLI) , P.O. Box 790, Whitefish, MT A free public service education program dedicated to preventing and reducing fatalities and injuries at highway-rail grade crossings and along railroad rights-of-way through safety education for businesses, organizations, schools, etc. North Valley Search & Rescue. P.O. Box 2041, Columbia Falls, MT Poison Hotline Automatically connects to the poison center for your area. The call is routed according to the area code and exchange of the phone number you are calling from. Calling from a cell phone will either reach a poison center for the area where you are currently located or the poison center for the home area of the cell phone. Either poison center can help you. Swan Mission Search & Rescue. P.O. Box 1854, Bigfork, MT Whitefish Mountain Resort Ski Patrol. P.O. Box 1400, Whitefish, MT Provides emergency search and rescue operations to locate and retrieve people who have had an accident or have become lost or stranded while skiing in permitted ski area boundaries. FIRE DEPARTMENTS Dial 911 emergency only. Non-emergency numbers listed by department. Badrock Fire Department , P.O. Box 1428, Columbia Falls, MT Big Mountain Fire & EMS , 3790 Big Mountain Road, Whitefish, MT The Big Mountain Firefighters Association works to collect funds to support the Big Mountain Fire District. Bigfork Volunteer Fire & EMS , Fire Hall, 810 Grand Drive, Bigfork, MT Blankenship Fire Department Blankenship Road, Hungry Horse, MT Mailing address: P.O. Box 2377, Columbia Falls, MT Columbia Falls City/Rural Fire Department , (after hours & holidays), 624 First Avenue West, Columbia Falls, MT Mailing Address: City Hall, 130 Sixth Street West, Columbia Falls, MT The Columbia Falls Fire Fighters Association helps support the fire department. Coram/West Glacier Volunteer Fire Department. P.O. Box 162, West Glacier, MT Creston Volunteer Fire Department Highway 35, Kalispell, MT Evergreen Volunteer Fire Department , 2236 Highway 2 East, P.O. Box 5008, Kalispell, MT Ferndale Fire Department. 100 Ferndale Drive, Bigfork, MT Glacier Airport Fire Department , 4170 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT Hungry Horse Volunteer Fire Department. P.O. Box , Hungry Horse, MT Kalispell Fire Department , 312 First Avenue East, P.O. Box 1997, Kalispell, MT Marion Fire Department & Ambulance , 180 Gopher Lane, P.O. Box 939, Marion, MT Martin City Rural Fire Department. P.O. Box , Martin City, MT Olney Fire Department & Ambulance. 11 Olney Loop Road, Olney, MT Smith Valley Fire Department Highway 2 West, Kalispell, MT Somers/Lakeside Volunteer Fire Department , P.O. Box 187, Somers, MT The Somers/Lakeside Volunteer Firefighters Association works to collect funds to support the fire department South Kalispell Volunteer Fire Department , 1255 Willow Glen Drive, P.O. Box 621, Kalispell, MT Swan Lake Volunteer Fire Department , Highway 83, Swan Lake, MT West Valley Volunteer Fire & Rescue Farm to Market Road, Kalispell, MT Whitefish City Fire Department , 275 Flathead Avenue, P.O. Box 158, Whitefish, MT LAW ENFORCEMENT Dial 911 emergency only. Non-emergency numbers listed below. Columbia Falls Police Department , 130 Sixth Street West, Room A, Columbia Falls, MT CrimeStoppers. 752-TIPS (8477). Seeks information from the general public that will help in solving crimes. Customs & Border Protection (CBP) - Border Patrol , Whitefish Station, 1335 Highway 93 West, Whitefish, MT Responsible for 35 miles of International Border located in Flathead County and is responsible for 7 other counties not adjacent to the International Border. Included in its area of responsibility is a large portion of Glacier National Park. Customs & Border Protection (CBP) - Glacier Park International Airport Fish, Wildlife & Parks Department (Region 1). No service, , 490 North Meridian Road, Kalispell, MT Flathead County Sheriff s Department , 920 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT Mailing Address: 800 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT Flathead County Sheriff s Reserves Unit , , 920 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT Mailing address 800 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) , (After Hours), 2 Main Street, Suite 206, Kalispell, MT Investigates: Immigration crime; human rights violations and human smuggling; smuggling of narcotics, weapons and other types of contraband; financial crimes; cybercrime; and export enforcement issues. The Kalispell office provides enforcement in Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, Sanders and other counties. Kalispell Police Department First Avenue East, P.O. Box 1997, Kalispell, MT Lake County Sheriff s Department , 106 Fourth Avenue East, Polson, MT Montana Highway Patrol (Accident Reporting Only), (District 6 Office), 121 Financial Drive, Suite D, Kalispell, MT The District 6 Office covers Flathead, Lake, and Lincoln Counties. Whitefish Police Department , 275 Flathead Avenue, Whitefish, MT EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING RESOURCES ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) Assessments , , Summit Independent Living Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 35, Kalispell, MT Offers consultation and survey services to determine compliance with the ADA and other disability related laws. The Kalispell office serves Flathead and Lincoln counties. ADA Information (Voice/TTY), DBTach Rocky Mountain ADA Center, 3630 Sinton Road, #103, Colorado Springs, CO Provides information on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to individuals and organizations. Blind and Low Vision Services , Voice/TTY, 2675 Palmer Street, Suite A, Missoula, MT A statewide program that provides a broad range of services through three programs to assist eligible individuals with visual disabilities in finding or maintaining employment and increasing independence. These programs are: 1) Vocational Rehabilitation, 2) Visual Medical, and 3) Older Blind. The Missoula office serves Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, Sanders, and other counties. BRC Services , 150 River Road, Columbia Falls, MT Helps people with disabilities find jobs through resume development, job search skills, job training, job coaching and job try outs. Helps employers meet qualified applicants. Serves Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Career Services (FVCC) , , Flathead Valley Community College, Learning Resource Center Building LRC Room 130, 777 Grandview Drive, Kalispell, MT Career counseling is available to help individuals explore and define career options which are compatible with their personal goals, interests, values, skills, and personalities. Career Connections of Flathead Industries Ext 225, 66 Fourth Avenue West North, P.O. Box 1916, Kalispell, MT Community-based vocational services for people with disabilities. Services include community job placement, vocational evaluations, and job coaching. Child Care Provider Services , The Nurturing Center, 146 Third Avenue West, Kalispell, MT Offers child care provider training and development by offering business and professional education along with child development and guidance workshops. This is done one-on-one and in group settings. All classes offered meet the guidelines from the Early Childhood Project as approved training. Has a lending library of books, videos, curriculum and Themed Activity Boxes for child care providers to borrow that helps develop their individual programs to benefit the children in care. Offered in Flathead, Lake, Lincoln and Sanders counties. Employment & Training Department , , Community Action Partnership of Northwest Montana (CAPNM), 214 Main Street, Kalispell, P.O. Box 8300, MT Offers a mix of services to improve employment prospects of participants. These include, but are not limited to, job assessment, vocational exploration, remedial education, job skill training, and job search assistance. Services are available in Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Experience Works, Inc , 1601 Second Avenue North, #232, Great Falls, MT A government funded, charitable, community-based organization that helps older adults get the training they need to find good jobs in their communities. Flathead Industries , , 66 Fourth Avenue West North, P.O. Box 1916, Kalispell, MT Provides a variety of services to people with developmental disabilities. Operates thrift stores in Kalispell, Columbia Falls, and Whitefish. Flathead Job Service , TTY, 427 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT Provides a variety of free employment related services to job seekers and employers. Wednesdays, 9:30 am - 5 pm, remaining weekdays, 8 am - 5 pm. FVCC Continuing Education Center , , Flathead Valley Community College, Arts and Technology Building, 777 Grandview Drive, Kalispell, MT Offers a wide variety of non-credit classes to choose to: improve technology skills, increase job skills with leadership and supervisory training, be creative with painting, beading, photography or just have fun with cooking, dance classes, Tai Chi classes, or anything of interest. Jobs for Montana s Graduates (JMG) , Flathead Job Service, 427 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT Objective is to improve student success in staying in school through graduation and subsequently secure a quality job and/or post-secondary education which will lead to a meaningful career and a contributing member of the workforce and economy. For students in grades 7-12 and/or high school dropouts ages Kicking Horse Job Corps Center , JOBS (Information), Mollman Pass Trail, Ronan, MT A comprehensive no-cost career technical training program for all those aged Students enroll to learn a trade, earn a high school diploma or GED, and get help finding a good job. Administered by the U.S. Department of Labor and operated by the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes of the Flathead Nation. Lamplighter House Vocational Program , Western Montana Mental Health Center, 410 Windward Way, Kalispell, MT A community support program for people who are seriously mentally ill offering vocational and volunteer opportunities. Literacy Volunteers , 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 30, P.O. Box 3234, Kalispell, MT Trained volunteer tutors provide free, confidential tutoring in reading writing, math, English and Life Skills to adults and their families. Our Family Literacy at the Flathead Food Bank provides free books and learning materials to everyone in the family. The Literacy Volunteers office is another location to get free books. Montana Apprenticeship & Training Program , Montana Department of Labor & Industry, Workforce Services Division, 1315 Lockey Avenue, P.O. Box 1728, Helena, MT Assists in setting up structured yet flexible training programs recognized by federal and industry standards designed to meet the specific needs of Montana employers through on-the-job training (OJT) and related classroom instruction. Apprenticeship is an option that allows individuals at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED to work in their field of interest, getting on-the-job, hands-on experience while earning a wage. Classroom instructions make sure the apprentice masters all aspects of the job. Occupational Health Services , The Summit Medical Fitness Center, 205 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT Offers an all-inclusive approach to business safety, health, and productivity. A few services offered are: Physicals; Fitness for Duty Exams; Impairment Ratings/IME/Disability Exams; Hearing Services; Respiratory Services; and Impaired Employee Services. Office of Public Assistance , 121 Financial Drive, Suite A, Kalispell, MT Administers programs aimed at helping low-income Montanans move out of poverty and become self-sufficient. These include: SNAP (formerly Food Stamps), Medicaid, and TANF (Temporary Assistance to Needy Families) cash payments. Has applications for SNAP, Medicaid, medical assistance, emergency aid for dependent children, and TANF.

15 Summit Independent Living Center , , 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 35, Kalispell, MT Provides information, referral, and assistance in locating local community resources such as: affordable and accessible housing; financial resources and benefits programs; in-home services; medical equipment and adaptive technology suppliers; and much more. Also able to assist with locating state and national disability-related resources. The Kalispell Office serves Flathead and Lincoln counties. Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) , Flathead Job Service, 427 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT Aid to workers who lost their jobs as a result of increased imports. A variety of benefits and re-employment services are available to help these unemployed workers prepare for and obtain suitable employment. Unemployment Insurance , Field Representative, 121 Financial Drive, Suite G, Kalispell, MT Helps employers with quarterly unemployment insurance tax. Able to answer most questions for employers. Unemployment Insurance For You (UI4U) (Claims Processing), Montana Department of Labor and Industry, P.O. Box 8020, Helena, MT This service allows you to file your unemployment insurance claim, reactivate your claim, file your biweekly request for payment, request direct deposit of your unemployment benefits, review information about your claim, or view and print your 1099-G. United Way Volunteer Center , , United Way, Gateway Community Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 31, P.O. Box 7217, Kalispell, MT Volunteer placement services for teens and adults looking for volunteer opportunities. Eight one-day community service days. Veterans Employment Services , , Flathead Job Service, 427 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT Helps veterans secure employment and training. Refers veterans to other agencies for supportive services. Vocational Rehabilitation Services (Voice/TTY), 121 Financial Drive, Suite B, Kalispell, MT Assists persons with disabilities to become employed. Services include evaluation, counseling and guidance, training and education, job coaching, placement, OJT, support services, and assistive devices. Volunteer of the Year Program , , United Way, Gateway Community Center, Suite 31, P.O. Box 7217, Kalispell, MT Volunteers are recognized for their outstanding volunteer contributions at the Valley Wide Volunteer of the Year event which is held annually in April in conjunction with the National Volunteer of the Year Program. Categories Include: Seniors, Youth, Teens, Families, Education, Individuals. WIA Adult Program , Flathead Job Service, 427 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT Helps low-income or SNAP participants find jobs through assistance in resume writing, job seeking skills, layoff survival, job retraining, job search, and job placement. WIA Dislocated Worker Program , Flathead Job Service, 427 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT Helps laid off workers find jobs through assistance in resume writing, job seeking skills, layoff survival, job retraining, job search, and job placement. Federal funds may be available for employment search, relocation, or training if you are a laid off worker. WIA Youth Program , Flathead Job Service, 427 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT Emphasis of the program is to keep youth in school or return youth to school through work experience and occupational skills training. For youth ages who meet program guidelines. Work Experience: Provides students with opportunities to investigate their career interests and gain work skills and experience. Kalispell , Flathead High School, 644 Fourth Avenue West, Kalispell, MT Kalispell , Glacier High School, 375 Wolfpack Way, Kalispell, MT Work Incentives Planning and Assistance , , Summit Independent Living Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 35, Kalispell, MT Provides benefits planning for people receiving Social Security disability payments and want to, or have already returned to work. The Kalispell office serves Flathead and Lincoln counties. Work Readiness Component (WoRC) , , Community Action Partnership of Northwest Montana (CAPNM), 214 Main Street, P.O. Box 8300, Kalispell, MT Provides intensive case management focused on financial freedom and eventual independence from Public Assistance Programs through job readiness training, work experience and a series of classes designed to address barriers to employment. The Office of Public Assistance must refer participants. Services are available in Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Workman s Comp Clinical Program , The Summit Medical Fitness Center, 205 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT Benefits individuals with diagnosed chronic conditions, orthopedic, or other medical problems resulting from a workman s comp claim. Participants may have recently completed medical treatment but require additional supervision. The program serves as a bridge between medically supervised therapy and independence. A physician s referral is required before beginning the program. FAITH BASED ORGANIZATIONS Athelas Outdoor Ministry , , , Pinkham Creek, Rexford, MT Base camp at Pinkham Creek Road. Grow closer to God and each other during a low key camping weekend or a backcountry wilderness trip. Also custom family reunions, group retreats or special vacations. Gideons International: An interdenominational association of Christian business and professional men who distribute Bibles to those who need or want them. Kalispell , P.O. Box 1305, Kalispell, MT Whitefish , P.O. Box 4094, Whitefish, MT Habitat For Humanity of Flathead Valley , 307 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT An Ecumenical Christian partnership working to build homes for people in need. For very low income, working families living in sub-standard, inadequate housing. Has a surplus store called ReStore at 2610 Highway 93 South in Kalispell that is open to the public. Hope Pregnancy Ministries , 1281 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT Provides an alternative to abortion through life affirming education and intervention by offering help and hope to women in need. Serves the women of our community through Hope Pregnancy Resource Center, a resource for education, mentoring, and material resources, and through Clear Choice Clinic, a medical clinic that offers free pregnancy testing and free ultrasound to women experiencing an unplanned pregnancy, plus free and low cost STD testing and treatment for men and women. Kalispell Healing Rooms , 445 South Main Street, #206, Kalispell, MT People from different denominations that pray for people. Lighthouse Christian Home , 384 North Somers Road, P.O. Box 8931, Kalispell, MT A nondenominational, non-profit organization committed to providing life-long care for adults with developmental disabilities through faith, family, and a farm environment. Love INC of North Flathead Love INC, short for Love In the Name of Christ, is a strategy to help churches (and their members) help people. The office will open in May of Mission Builders International , , P.O. Box 406, Lakeside, MT Connects Christians to front-line missions by sending volunteers on short-term assignments such as constructing buildings, washing windows, or whatever is needed. Always looking for volunteers Moms in Touch International , MOMS, 389 North Somers Road, Kalispell, MT Prayer group for mothers and grandmothers of school-age children. Neighbors in Need , , P.O. Box 8721, Kalispell, MT Faith-based fund of last resort for one-time emergencies such as temporary shelter, rent assistance, utility assistance, car repair, and gasoline for people in need. The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition 15 Flathead City-County Health Department st Ave West Kalispell Administration Environmental Health Family Planning Community Health Services Women Infants & Children Flathead Community Health Center Health Promotion Home Health Animal Shelter Providing quality public health services to ensure the conditions for a healthy community. FLATHEAD COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER Providing Excellent and Accessible Care To All Medical and Dental Services for the entire family Sliding fee scale Bill insurance, Medicaid, and Medicare Medical Providers: Chris Holdhusen, MD; Justin Bules, MD; and John Tremper, MD Dental Providers: Jennie Carson, DDS and Ken Madsen, DDS Location: st Avenue West, Kalispell Hours of Operation: Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri 8-5pm, Thur 8-6pm

16 16 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition Serious JuJu Skateworks , Kalispell, MT A faith-based youth ministry revolving around the skateboard subculture. While skateboarding, the only thing a person can think about is staying on the board. For most kids, it provides an escape from a troubled home life. At Serious JuJu, the kids are taught that there is more to life than skateboarding and that there are consequences for their actions. But more than that, there is hope. Shepherd s Hand Free Clinic , Christ Lutheran Church, 5150 Riverlakes Parkway, Whitefish, MT Free medical care on Monday evenings for people who are uninsured. Every Monday (except major holidays) a Free Community Meal for all begins at 5:30 pm and Patient sign-in for the Free Clinic begins at 6:00 pm. Clinic and meal staffed by volunteers. Young Life Flathead Valley , P.O. Box 4473, Kalispell, MT A non-denominational outreach ministry for junior high and senior high kids of the Flathead Valley. YWAM Lakeside (Youth With a Mission) , 501 Blacktail Road, Lakeside, MT YWAM Lakeside is a ministry of YWAM International. FITNESS & HEALTH Bigfork Athletic Club (Montana Athletic Club) , 850 Holt Drive, Bigfork, MT Curves For Women , 200 East Idaho Street, Suite A, Kalispell, MT Exhale Pilates Studio , 126 Central Avenue, Whitefish, MT FITEX , 811 Highway 35, Bigfork, MT Flathead Gymnastics Academy , 153 Seventh Avenue West North, Kalispell, MT Flathead Health & Fitness , 300 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT Flathead Performance Training Center , 2006 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT Flathead Hot Yoga (Mandala Montana) , 203 Business Center Loop, Suite B, Kalispell, MT Iron Fitness , 734 Ninth Street West, #8, P.O. Box 183, Columbia Falls, MT Kalispell Athletic Club , 770 West Reserve Drive, Kalispell, MT Lakeside Gym , 100 Bierney Creek Road, Lakeside, MT Montana Athletic Club , 850 Holt Drive, Bigfork, MT MOST (Manual Orthopedic Sports Therapy) , 576 Spokane, Whitefish, MT Mountain Physical Therapy & Fitness , 2593 Highway 2 East, Suite 6, Kalispell, MT Next Level Fitness , Mountain Mall, 6475 Highway 93, Whitefish, MT North Valley Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation , 235 Nucleus Avenue, Columbia Falls, MT The Summit Medical Fitness Center , 205 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT A family-friendly fitness and wellness facility for members of all ages and abilities. The Wave , 1250 Baker Avenue, Whitefish, MT Aquatic and fitness center. Two Rivers Aikido , 220 First Avenue East, P.O. Box 10462, Kalispell, MT Valley Fitness for Women , 2141 Highway 2 East, #400, Kalispell, MT Whitefish Dance & Acrobat Studio , Whitefish Mountain Mall, 6475 Highway 93, Suite 13B, Whitefish, MT MARTIAL ARTS INSTRUCTION Aikido Kenkyu Dantai , 109 Cooperative Way, #109, Kalispell, MT American Karate Academy , 3949 Highway 40 West, P.O. Box 5584, Whitefish, MT Big Sky Martial Arts , 305 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT Christian Jujitsu Association , P.O. Box 7174, Kalispell, MT International Shotokan Karate Federation of Montana , 1500 Airport Road, Kalispell, MT JBJ Dojo Karate & Tai Chi , 2449 Highway 2 West, Kalispell, MT Rocky Mountain Kung Fu School , Kalispell, MT Sawbuck Do Jang, The , 22 Spokane Avenue, Whitefish, MT GRANGES Montana State Grange , 815 Sherman Road, Kalispell, MT Members provide service to agriculture and rural areas on a wide variety of issues, including economic development, education, family endeavors, and legislation designed to assure a strong and viable Rural America. Flathead County Granges: Dedicated to school and children s programs along with providing general community resources. Eastside Grange # , Mailing Address: 105 Wakewood Drive, Kalispell, MT Also available for hall rentals. Located at 35 Creston Road in Creston. Pamona Grange # , Mailing Address: 815 Sherman Road, Kalispell, MT Smith Valley Grange # , Mailing Address: 815 Sherman Road, Kalispell, MT Located on Highway 2, five miles west of Kalispell. HEALTH CARE RESOURCES A Plus Health Care , , 1310 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT Offers: Personal Care, Self-Directed Care, Private Care, Medical Staffing. Serves Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, Sanders, and Glacier counties. Action on Smoking and Health (ASH) , 701 Fourth Street North West, Washington, DC A national tobacco control and nonsmokers rights organization. Addiction Treatment: Flathead Valley Chemical Dependency Clinic , 1312 North Meridian Road, P.O. Box 7115, Kalispell, MT Community based outpatient substance abuse treatment and prevention services. Pathways Treatment Center , , 200 Heritage Way, Kalispell, MT Provides acute inpatient services for Northwest Montana clients who have mental health and/or substance abuse issues. Rimrock Foundation , 1231 North 29th Street, Billings, MT For adults and adolescents. No referrals needed. Shodair Children s Hospital , 2755 Colonial Drive, P.O. Box 5539, Helena, MT Addus HealthCare , , 2210 Highway 2 East, P.O. Box 9316, Kalispell, MT Provides personal assistance services in Northwestern Montana. AGAPE Home Care , 40 Appleway Drive, P.O. Box 10097, Kalispell, MT Provides the Flathead Valley with non-medical services for the elderly, disabled or those recovering from illness and accidents. Alzheimer s Association - Montana Chapter (National Helpline), , 3010 Eleventh Avenue North, Billings, MT Helpline available 24 hours a day / 7 days a week. Alzheimer s 24/7 Helpline , (TDD), National Alzheimer s Association. Provides reliable information and support to all those who need assistance. Call anytime day or night. The Helpline serves people with memory loss, caregivers, health care professionals and the public. Alzheimer s Support Groups: Provide the opportunity for family members who care for or about someone experiencing Alzheimer s Disease or a related disorder that affects memory, reason and judgment to share information, experiences and understanding. Bigfork , Lake View Care Center, 1050 Grand Avenue, Bigfork, MT Columbia Falls Ext 261, Montana Veterans Home, 400 Veterans Drive, Columbia Falls, MT Kalispell Meets at Buffalo Hill Terrace (Immanuel Lutheran Corporation), 185 Crest line Avenue, Kalispell, MT Kalispell , Renaissance Assisted Living, 645 Liberty Street, Kalispell, MT American Diabetes Association - Montana Ext 7014, 1627 West Main Street, #295, Bozeman, MT American Heart & Stroke Association , , 320-B East Main Street, Missoula, MT Focuses on reducing risk, disability and death from stroke through research, education, fund raising and advocacy. A division of the American Heart Association. American Lung Association Helpline. 800-LUNGUSA, The Call Center offers answers to questions about Lung Cancer, Asthma, Allergies, Emphysema, Smoking Cessation, and Environmental Health. American Red Cross , 126 North Meridian Road, Kalispell, MT American Red Cross of Montana (800-ARC-MONT). Blood services, disaster preparedness and response services, health and safety programs, services to the Armed Forces, and donations. Is an agency of volunteers. Angel Flight West , , 3161 Donald Douglas Loop South, Santa Monica, CA Arranges free, non-emergency air travel to help families in medical situations where the passenger cannot afford to purchase commercial airline tickets, or when travel by land or commercial airline would be a physical hardship. Pilots are volunteers and costs are donated. Arthritis Foundation , (Toll Free), 337 Stephens Avenue, Missoula, MT Offers information, events, research funding, advocacy activities and other vital programs and services. Big Sky IV Care , 20 Four Mile Drive, Suite 3, Kalispell, MT Pharmacy and nursing for IV therapies: cancer, antibiotics, tube feedings. Body Balance Disordered Eating Program (Summit Dietician), (Hope Line: completely confidential), The Summit Medical Fitness Center, 205 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT A unique, skill building program designed to motivate participants into a healthy relationship with food. Specially trained dietitians and mentors provide support, strength and guidance for those faced with disordered eating challenges, including but not limited to: anorexia, bulimia, compulsive overeating, and obesity. Breast Feeding Education & Support Group , Kalispell Regional Healthcare, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT Education about nutrition and weaning, individual assistance provided. Free class meets weekly. Brendan House , 350 Conway Drive, Kalispell, MT A skilled nursing facility with rehabilitative services and a comprehensive team approach in a home-like setting. Also offers transitional care, long-term (residential) care, and comfort care. Hospice services are available to support the care team and family. Bridge Medical Diabetes Treatment Center , 5938 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT Children s Special Health Services (CSHS) (Parent s Toll Free Number), P.O. Box , Helena, MT CSHS helps identify children who have special health care needs, including chronic diseases. Provides payment for preliminary diagnostic evaluations and treatment for those individuals who meet income and medical condition criteria. Clear Choice Clinic , 1281 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT A medical clinic that offers free pregnancy testing and free ultrasound to women experiencing an unplanned pregnancy. Each woman is counseled on her options and given accurate medical information regarding her choices. Community referrals are given to aid her in obtaining financial, material and spiritual help. Also provides free and low cost STD testing and treatment for men and women. Comfort Keepers , 95 Indian Trail Road, Kalispell, MT In-home care: meal preparation, grocery shopping, transportation, light housekeeping, personal care services, companionship care, respite/relief care, dementia/alzheimer s care. Covers Flathead and Lake counties. Community Birth Center , Montana Midwives Cooperative, 1320 Second Avenue East, Kalispell, MT Provides affordable, holistic, and comprehensive care to women in all stages of life, especially the child-bearing years. Offers a free consultation. Community Health , North Valley Hospital, 1600 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT Offers community education training in CPR and First Aid. Community Health Services , Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT Services include Immunization Clinics; Public Health Home Visiting Program - a project for high-risk pregnancies; Health counseling; Travel shots; Communicable Disease Outbreak Investigation; School Vision and Scoliosis Screening; TB Testing; Referrals for affordable health care for children. Dental Lifeline Network - Montana Call for qualifications and guidelines. Volunteer dentists provide comprehensive treatment to eligible patients but do not provide emergency services. Serves those who lack adequate income to pay for dental care and must be permanently disabled, or medically at-risk, or 65 years old or older. The Network works in conjunction with the Montana Dental Association. Dialysis Clinic , 135 Commons Way, Kalispell, MT Diabetes Care & Prevention Center , Kalispell Regional Medical Center, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT Provides outpatient clinical and educational services to teach adults, children, and adolescents how to manage their diabetes. Dino-Sore Sick Child Care Program , 66 Claremont Street, Kalispell, MT Offers day care for children with mild, temporary illnesses. Colds, flu and recovery from minor injury are common causes for admission. Pre-registration and proof of immunization are required. Drug & Alcohol Treatment Referral Line HELP (4357), Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). A national, toll-free referral service for locating drug and alcohol abuse treatment programs. Will automatically transfer to Montana. SAMHSA is a public agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Environmental Health Services , Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT Programs include: food & consumer safety, facilities inspections, air quality monitoring, septic system review & permitting, and subdivision & public water system review and inspection. Expressions Memory Care Home , 240 Hidden Meadow Lane, Columbia Falls, MT Assisted living that offers specialized care for those with Alzheimers and other related dementias. Family Planning , Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT Services include: Physical exams for women; Contraceptive supplies and methods counseling, including emergency contraception; pregnancy testing and options counseling; and STD education, screening and treatment for males and females. FamilyBorn Maternity & Women s Health , 210 Sunnyview Lane, Suite 101, Kalispell, MT Offers a full range of maternity and gynecologic care to women of all ages, in a comfortable setting, with an emphasis on each woman s individual needs. Flathead City-County Health Department , 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT Services offered: Community Health Services, Environmental Health Services, Health Promotion, Home Health Services, Family Planning, WIC (Women, Infants, Children), the Flathead Community Health Center (CHC), and the Animal Shelter. Flathead Community Health Center (CHC) (Medical), (Dental), Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT Provides evaluation and treatment of acute and chronic illnesses plus preventive health exams and dental services for all ages on a sliding fee scale. Appointments are necessary.

17 Flathead County Home Health , 736 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT Nursing, Medical Social Work, Speech Therapy, Physical and Occupational Therapy, and Home Health Aides. An agency of Flathead City-County Health Department. For the Children, Inc , Whitefish Winter Classic, P.O. Box 21, Whitefish, MT For Northwest Montana families with children who need medical care outside Northwest Montana. Helps with non-medical costs associated with medical treatment not covered by insurance; such as food and lodging. Applications for financial assistance from For the Children, Inc., are available in local physician offices, hospitals, schools, welfare offices, and on the Internet. Frontier Hospice , 29 Second Street East, Kalispell, MT Committed to providing compassionate, quality care with integrity by focusing on the unique needs of patients, their families and our communities. Bereavement counselors provide a grief support group for individuals or groups. Serves Flathead, Glacier, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Gambling Abuse & Addiction , Rimrock Foundation, 1231 North 29th Street, Billings, MT Gambling Problems - Seeking Help Toll free, 24 hours. Glacier Maternity , 195 Commons Loop Road, Suite D, Kalispell, MT Certified midwives provide safe, supportive woman-to-woman care. Has locations in Columbia Falls, Eureka, Kalispell, and Whitefish. An affiliate of North Valley Hospital. Growing Up Female/Growing Up Male , Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT Separate workshops for parents and their sons aged 9-13 or parents and their daughters aged Designed to enhance communication re: puberty and adolescence. Health Promotion , Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT Provides preventative and interactive health services to attain optimum community health such as bicycle and skateboard helmets, tobacco and obesity prevention, car seat installation and education, and general health information. HealthCenter, The , 320 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT Provides a convenient location and a state-of-the-art, relaxing healing environment for those needing diagnostic imaging or specialized surgery. Includes The Imaging Center ( ), The Surgery Center ( ), The Women s Center ( ), and The Montana Center for Wellness and Pain Management ( ). healthfinder.gov (Internet). A source for reliable consumer health information. Locate doctors, health centers, health organizations, or libraries with health materials; read health news; and search an encyclopedia of over 1600 health topics. Is a Federal Government website managed by the US Department of Health and Human Services. Healthy Living , The Summit Medical Fitness Center, 205 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT Promotes self advocacy and a healthy lifestyle not only at home, but in the workplace and our community. Healthy Mothers/Healthy Babies , 400 North Park Street, Helena, MT Promotes and improves the safety, health and well-being of Montana s children, families and communities. Is a statewide coalition of concerned citizens, community organizations, health educators, health professionals and public policy makers working together to improve the health of families in Montana. Programs include: Children s Trust Fund; Safe Sleep for Baby; Shaken Baby Syndrome Prevention; Text 4 Baby; and Montana PURPLE Program. Herpes Hotline (National). Not a toll free number. HIV Services , Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT Provides: Anonymous/confidential HIV antibody testing on a donation basis, Prevention and risk reduction counseling, Case management services for individuals infected with HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis B and C screening on a sliding fee scale for those at risk, and Rapid HIV testing. All testing is done at the Flathead City-County Health Department. Off site testing is available for those who prefer not to come into a clinic setting. Ryan White services are available. HMK - Healthy Montana Kids (Affordable Health Care For Children) , Flathead City- County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT A state-wide free or low-cost health coverage plan for eligible Montana children and teenagers up to age 19. A child can qualify for HMK based on family size and income. There are no pre-existing condition limitations. Flathead City- County Health Department has local information and applications. Completion of an application will determine eligibility. Home Health & Abuse Hotline , State of Montana. Home Health Services: A Plus Health Care , South Main Street, Kalispell, MT Serves Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, Sanders, and Glacier counties. Addus HealthCare , , 2210 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT Serves Northwestern Montana. Flathead County Home Health , 736 South Main, Kalispell, MT KRH Home Options (Flathead/Lincoln counties), (Lake County), 430 Windward Way, Suite 101, Kalispell, MT Loyal Care In-Home Assistance , 702 East Idaho Street, Kalispell, MT Hospice Services: Brendan House Skilled Nursing Facility , 350 Conway Drive, Kalispell, MT Frontier Hospice , 29 Second Street East, Kalispell, MT KRH Home Options Hospice (Flathead/Lincoln counties), (Lake County), 430 Windward Way, Suite 101, Kalispell, MT Wel-Life at Kalispell , 156 Three Mile Drive, Kalispell, MT Honey Suckle Rose , In-home caregiver. Imagine Health Wellness and Wisdom Center , 305 First Avenue West, Columbia Falls, MT Offers counseling, massage, yoga, Tai Chi, dance, acupuncture, cranio-sacral therapy, workshops, expressive healing arts, and reflexology. Immanuel Lutheran Communities , 185 Crestline Avenue, Kalispell, MT Provides person-centered services for Flathead Valley residents in a faith-based environment that enriches lives. Services include Independent Living, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing, Rehab and Memory Support. Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) CURE (2873), 26 Broadway, 14th Floor, New York, NY Kalispell Regional Healthcare (KRH) , 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT A regional acute care hospital and referral center offering advanced health services and medical technology. Kalispell Regional Healthcare Outreach Service , 310 Sunnyview Lane. Supports and serves neighboring communities beyond the Flathead Valley where specialty services are not available. KRH Home Options (Flathead County), (Lake County), (Lincoln County), 430 Windward Way, Suite 101, Kalispell, MT Home Health: Includes skilled nursing, rehabilitation services, and health management services. Home Infusion enables you to receive hospitalquality IV therapy outside of our traditional hospital setting. Private Care: Provides whatever the aged, ill or disabled or their families need in order for their loved ones to remain in their homes. Hospice: Helps people with serious illness live life fully, maintain their dignity and keep personal control over their lives through a compassionate approach to end-of-life care. La Leche League. Meets at the Community Birth Center ( ), 1320 Second Avenue East, Kalispell, MT Life After Loss , North Valley Professional Building, th Street East, Whitefish, MT A free grief support group for people who have experienced miscarriage, stillbirth and neonatal loss. Meets the 2nd Monday of the month from 6-7:30 pm. Hosted by a North Valley Hospital Registered Nurse and a counselor from Tamarack Grief Resource Center. The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition 17 LifeCenter Northwest , 2307 Stephens Avenue, Unit B, Missoula, MT The Donate Life Program is the organ, eye, and tissue donor registry for Alaska, Montana, North Idaho and Washington. Registering donation wishes in the confidential database provides legal consent to donate organs, eyes, and tissues for both transplants and research. Is a federally designated nonprofit organ procurement organization in the U.S. Log Jam, Inc , P.O. Box 3193, Kalispell, MT Financially and emotionally assists families of Montana loggers, log truck drivers, chip truck drivers, and mill workers lost in work-related accidents. A volunteer organization. Loyal Care In-Home Assistance , 702 East Idaho Street, Kalispell, MT Nonmedical home care services for the injured, ill and elderly as well as respite relief for primary caregivers. Lupus Information Provides one-on-one information and support for those coping with lupus. March of Dimes (Montana Only), 807 Grand Avenue, Billings, MT Mission is to prevent birth defects & infant deaths through education, advocacy, community service programs and research. Maternal Child Health Program , Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT A high risk children s case management service from birth up to the age of 5 years. Public health nurses provide screenings, parenting information, referrals and anticipatory guidance. The goal is to enhance children s growth and development, promote parenting and ensure early intervention services as needed so children will enter school healthy and ready to succeed. Medical Genetics Evaluation , Shodair Children s Hospital, 2755 Colonial Drive, P.O. Box 5539, Helena, MT The Clinical Genetics Department at Shodair provides counseling to individuals and families concerning actual or potential inherited defects and/or conditions in the individual, his or her children, or other relatives. Emotional support is provided on an ongoing basis. Please call Shodair to schedule an appointment at the Kalispell Outreach Clinic at the Child Development Center, 1725 Highway 35, Kalispell, MT Medical Equipment & Supplies: Community Home Oxygen , 327 Parkway, Kalispell, MT Evergreen Pharmacy , 2141 Highway 2 East, #300, Kalispell, MT Kalispell Medical Equipment , , 55 Third Avenue East North, Ka lispell, MT Services include Lifeline Phone System, oxygen, Durable Medical Equip ment (DME), repair and maintenance. Delivers products and services to patients and families within 100 miles of Kalispell. NORCO Medical , (Montana Only), 2555 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT Montana Health Improvement Program , 1108 South Main, Kalispell, MT For Medicaid and HMK Plus patients with chronic illnesses or risks of developing serious health conditions. Montana Lions Sight & Hearing Foundation , P.O. Box 1266, Forsyth, MT Foundation is dedicated to providing assistance through the Lions Clubs of Montana to Montanans in need of assistance with sight, hearing and/or speech problems. Montana Midwives Cooperative , 1320 Second Avenue East, Kalispell, MT The Cooperative was formed by a local group of midwives who combined resources to provide the community with holistic and comprehensive women s health and birth care at the Community Birth Center. Offers a free consultation. Multiple Sclerosis Society - Montana , Greater Northwest Chapter, 2047 Broadwater Avenue, #2, Billings, MT Muscular Dystrophy Association ,, 2132 Broadwater Avenue, Suite A, Billings, MT National Headache Foundation , 820 North Orleans, Suite 411, Chicago, IL Provides educational and informational resources, supports headache research and advocates for the understanding of headache as a legitimate neurobiological disease. Professional, Compassionate & Committed Staff to Provide: Nursing Care evaluation, case mgmt, medications Personal Care bathing, hygiene, dressing Nutritional Support shopping, meal preparation Transportation for appointments Companion Care family respite Facility Staffing RN, LPN, CNAs Phone # kalispell@aplushc.com 1310 South Main Street Kalispell, MT 59901

18 18 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition National Health Information Center (NHIC) Service of the office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, US Department of Health and Human Services. Puts health professionals and consumers who have health questions in touch with those organizations that are best able to provide answers. Neuroscience and Spine Care , Neurosciene & Spine Institute, 200 Commons Way, Kalispell, MT Provides comprehensive care for those with conditions of the brain, nervous system, and spine. Northwest Lions Eye Bank see Sight Life, Helping the World to See. The name was changed. Outpatient Pediatric Therapies at the Summit , 205 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT Provides therapy for infants and children with special needs ranging from developmental delays to neurological/orthopedic diagnoses. Program administered by Kalispell Regional Healthcare. Parkinson s Disease Support Group Meets at The Summit Medical Fitness Center, 205 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT Passport to Health , P.O. Box 254, Helena, MT Program for people in Montana who have Medicaid. Each person in the program has a Passport provider who manages his or her health care and will receive exactly the same Medicaid benefits as in regular Medicaid. This Passport provider is a doctor, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, or medical clinic. The Passport provider takes care of most medical needs, such as regular check ups, and keeps medical records up to date and in one place. Everyone in the Passport Program has Medicaid. However, not everyone with Medicaid is in the Passport Program. Personal Care Attendant Services: A Plus Health Care , South Main Street, Kalispell, MT Serves Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, Sanders, and Glacier counties. Addus HealthCare , , P.O. Box 9316, Kalispell, MT Provides personal assistance services in Northwestern Montana. Agape Home Care , P.O. Box 10097, Kalispell, MT Comfort Keepers , 95 Indian Trail Road, Kalispell, MT Every Day Home Care Express Employment Professionals , 4 Sunset Plaza, #101, Kalispell, MT Loyal Care In-Home Assistance , 702 East Idaho Street, Kalispell, MT Personal Touch Home Care , , Serves Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Personal Touch Home Care , , Community Action Partnership (CAPNM), 214 Main Street, P.O. Box 8300, Kalispell, MT A home care agency with services available privately or through Medicaid to individuals in need of long and/or short-term assistance with activities of daily living. Attendants are provided for the care and homemaking needs of individuals at risk of nursing home placement. Services are available in Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Poison Hotline Automatically connects to the poison center for your area. The call is routed according to the area code and exchange of the phone number you are calling from. Calling from a cell phone will either reach a poison center for the area where you are currently located or the poison center for the home area of the cell phone. Either poison center can help you. Positive Change Unlimited , 836 Holt Drive, Suite 120, Bigfork, MT Hypnosis, EFT and Meridian Tapping is used in coaching clients to lose weight, stop tobacco, cigarettes, chew, manage stress, anxiety, public speaking and other fears, insomnia, and improve performance in tests, sports, public speaking. Project Lifesaver , Search and Rescue Coordinator, Flathead County Sheriff s Office, 800 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT Forms partnerships with local law enforcement and public safety organizations. The most vulnerable citizens in the community will be provided with a small electronic bracelet. Specially trained teams will be deployed to quickly locate and return wandering adults and children to their families and caregivers. Team members know how to approach these persons, gain their trust and put them at ease for the trip home. Personnel are available to schedule presentations to clubs or groups. Shepherd s Hand Free Clinic , Christ Lutheran Church, 5150 Riverlakes Parkway, Whitefish, MT Free medical care on Monday evenings for people who are uninsured. Every Monday (except major holidays) a Free Community Meal for all begins at 5:30 pm and Patient sign-in for the Free Clinic begins at 6:00 pm. Clinic and meal staffed by volunteers. Sight Life, Helping the World to See , , P.O. Box 633, Helena, MT Formerly called Northwest Lions Eye Bank. Sjogren s Syndrome Support Group Meets at The Summit Medical Fitness Center, 205 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT STD/HIV Prevention Program , Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services, 1400 Broadway, Room C211, Helena, MT Support groups at The Summit , The Summit Medical Fitness Center, 205 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT Current groups are: Chronic Pain; Discussion Group for Men with Disabilities; Gluten Interolance Support Group; Parkinson s; Sjogren s Syndrome Support Group; Surviving Our Loss After Suicide (SOLAS); Nicotine-Free Living Support Group; and Traumatic Brain Injury (T.B.I.) & Caregivers Support Group. Support groups are open to the public and are free of charge. Tamarack Grief Resource Center , (Crisis Hotline), 17 Second Street East, #202, Kalispell, MT Specializes in bereavement camps (A Camp To Remember) serving families, individuals and professionals in grief support and education. Also provides counseling and consultation. The Kalispell office serves Flathead, Lake, and Lincoln counties. The HealthCenter , 320 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT Provides a convenient location and a state-of-the-art, relaxing healing environment for those needing diagnostic imaging or specialized surgery. Includes The Imaging Center ( ), The Surgery Center ( ), The Women s Center ( ), and The Montana Center for Wellness and Pain Management ( ). The Retreat at Buffalo Hill , Immanuel Lutheran Communities, 25 Clairmont Street, Kalispell, MT Uses cutting-edge practices in both rehabilitation and person-centered care. Is a 16- room rehabilitation center located on the Immanuel Lutheran Communities campus. The Summit Medical Fitness Center , 205 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT A family-friendly fitness and wellness facility for members of all ages and abilities. The Summit has these programs: Aquatics, Cardiac Rehab, Child Care, Children/Youth, Clinical Services, Fitness, Healthy Living, Nutrition, Outpatient Therapy, Parisi Speed School, Recreation, Tennis, Personal Training, and Wellness Coaching. Tobacco Quit Line A statewide toll-free telephone line that offers help to Montanans interested in quitting tobacco use. Provides free telephone counseling, free nicotine replacement therapy to those who qualify, sends out support materials, and links people who call with local resources to help them quit. TOPS (Take off Pounds Sensibly) Information Weight Watchers Information Meetings held at 284 North Meridian Road, Suite 100, Kalispell, MT and at 205 Nucleus Avenue, Columbia Falls, MT WIC (Women, Infants & Children) , Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT Supplemental nutrition program for women, infants and children. Provides valuable nutrition information, breast feeding support, health care referrals, and nutritious foods. Columbia Falls , 501 Sixth Avenue West, Columbia Falls, MT Kalispell , 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT CANCER RESOURCES After-Surgery Products , , Kalispell Medical Equipment, 55 Third Avenue East North, Kalispell, MT Has customer service representatives that are trained in the fitting of after-surgery products, including breast prosthetics. Alison Score Foundation for Breast Cancer Education , P.O. Box 762, Libby, MT Focuses on educating young women about breast health and the prevention, detection, and treatment of breast cancer. Through education, advocacy, and awareness, the Foundation seeks to empower young women to practice good breast health at an early age. American Cancer Society , 3550 Mullan Road, Suite 103, Missoula, MT American Cancer Society Relay for Life , Ext 206, 3550 Mullan Road, Suite 103, Missoula, MT A community event, held in Polson, that is designed to celebrate survivorship and raise money for the American Cancer Society. Bass Breast Center , 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT Provides the women of Northwest Montana with comprehensive care for malignant and pre-malignant conditions of the breast. Cancer Care , Kalispell Regional Healthcare, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT We provide complete cancer care, including sophisticated diagnostic capabilities, fellowship-trained surgical oncologists, comprehensive treatments, research, patient education, home care and support groups. Cancer Headwear Program , Headlines Hair Salon, 201 California Avenue, Libby, MT Provides headwear (wigs), a look good / feel better makeup, and consultation for cancer patients. Cancer Information at KRH. Kalispell Regional Healthcare provides three patient libraries/resource centers to help cancer patients make sense of their medical situation. Library staff are available to assist in finding specific information. KRH Medical Library , 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT Located in the basement of Kalispell. KRH Radiation Oncology Patient Resource Center , 343 Sunnyview Lane, Ka lispell, MT Located off the lobby of Radiation Oncology. Bass Breast Center Library , 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT Located off the lobby of the Bass Breast Center. Cancer Information Service CANCER ( ). Trained specialists give personalized information about cancer that is accurate, up-to-date, reliable and easy to understand. They have access to trustworthy information including the most recent advances in cancer treatment. Provides cancer related information but is not a substitute for a doctor s advice. The National Cancer Institute s (NCI s) Cancer Information Service (CIS) is a federally funded cancer education program and the service is confidential. Available Monday - Friday, 8 am - 8 pm, Eastern Time. Cancer Support Community Montana , 102 South 11th Avenue, Bozeman, MT The state chapter of the national non-profit organization Cancer Support Community which is dedicated to providing emotional support, education and hope for people with cancer and their loved ones, free of charge. Cancer Support Group for Women , Cancer Treatment Center, 343 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT For women who have had or currently have cancer of any kind. Confidential Cancer Support Group , North Valley Hospital, 1600 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT For women living with cancer. Meets the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays, noon, at North Valley Hospital. Lunch is optional at 11:30 am in the café. Corporate Angel Network , Westchester County Airport, One Loop Road, NY Arranges free air transportation for cancer patients traveling to recognized cancer treatment centers using the empty seats on corporate aircraft flying on routine business. Patients must be ambulatory and not in need of medical support while traveling. Flathead Valley Kids Konnected , 2828 Helena Flats Road, Kalispell, MT Support group for area families and kids who have been affected by cancer. Offers a free camp in September for families affected by cancer. Flathead Valley Younger Women Surviving Breast Cancer , 877-YSC-1011 (National Information Line), 2828 Helena Flats Road, Kalispell, MT Support group for younger women who are breast cancer survivors or are facing a breast cancer diagnosis. The group is also involved and works closely with the National Program, Young Survival Coalition. For One Another Family Camp , Cancer Support Community Montana, 102 South 11th Avenue, Bozeman, MT This fun summer camp is held each year for families who have a member diagnosed with cancer and offers a FUN-FILLED agenda for ALL AGES. A diversity of professionally facilitated support seminars and workshops are also offered for caregivers and survivors. Held at Flathead Lutheran Camp near Kalispell, Montana, and FREE for all Montana families affected by a cancer diagnosis in the family. Glacier Bosom Buddies A group of mentors composed of breast cancer survivors and family members in Northwest Montana who provide a special perspective to patients and families just beginning and continuing through the breast cancer journey. Men Against Breast Cancer (MABC) MABC (6222), P.O. Box 150, Adamstown, MD A national nonprofit organization designed to provide targeted support services that educate and empower men to be effective caregivers when cancer strikes and to be active participants in the fight against breast cancer. Our philosophy is to leverage the support of the whole family to help the patient, with special emphasis on the important role of men in caring for the women they love. Montana Cancer Screening Program , Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT Provides free mammograms and PAP tests for women who meet the financial and eligibility guidelines. The program also provides free colon screening to men and women who meet the financial and eligibility guidelines. The local program is part of the Health Promotion Division of the Flathead City-County Health Department and covers the counties of Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders plus the Flathead Reservation. Prostate Cancer Support Group , P.O. Box 459, Kila, MT For persons or family members with prostate cancer. Free screenings are offered in September and October every year. Save A Sister Initiative A collaboration among Kalispell Regional Healthcare, North Valley Hospital and the Flathead City-County Health Department. Promotes breast cancer awareness through outreach activities, distributes educational materials, and raises funds to improve women s access and understanding for screening mammography. Save A Sister also supports post-operative durable goods that often are not paid for by insurance. Information available for scheduling a mammogram with the help of Save A Sister. WINGS Regional Cancer Support (Voice Mail Only), P.O. 7852, Kalispell, MT Recognizing the financial burden placed on families facing a cancer diagnosis, WINGS provides monetary support to qualified individuals and their families to assist them with expenses such as housing, transportation, and meals. Assistance is aimed primarily at costs arising from travel for treatment, both within and outside of Montana. To the extent that funds are available, Wings provides support for qualified applicants from Flathead, Lincoln and Lake counties. Winkley Women s Center Mobile Mammography Coach , Kalispell Regional Healthcare, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT Reaches women who are unable to come to the on-site imaging center in Kalispell. Offers digital mammography, ultrasound and DXA (bone density) screening in rural communities in Northwest Montana. KALISPELL REGIONAL HEALTHCARE Kalispell Regional Healthcare (KRH) , 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT CANCER CARE Bass Breast Center , 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT

19 Kalispell Regional Healthcare Radiation Oncology Services , 343 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT Northwest Oncology & Hematology , 350 Heritage Way, Suite 1100, Kalispell, MT Northwest Center for Specialty Oncology Care , Surgical Services Tower, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT ENDOCRINOLOGY AND DIABETES CARE Kalispell Regional Healthcare Diabetes Care and Prevention Center , 1297 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT Northwest Specialists , 75 Claremont Street, Suite H, Kalispell, MT FAMILY MEDICINE Big Sky Family Medicine , 202 Conway Drive, Kalispell, MT Bigfork Medical Clinic , 8299 Highway 35, Bigfork, MT Columbia Falls Clinic , 1850 Ninth Street West, Columbia Falls, MT Family Health Care , 1287 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT Northwest Family Medicine , 1250 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT GASTROENTEROLOGY Kalispell Gastroenterology PC , 75 Claremont Street, Suite F, Kalispell, MT Northwest Center for Specialty Oncology Care - Therapeutic Gastrointestinal Endoscopy , Surgical Services Tower, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT GENERAL SURGERY Northwest Montana Surgical Associates , Surgical Services Tower, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT Surgery Clinic at North Valley Hospital , 1111 Baker Avenue, Whitefish, MT HEART AND LUNG CARE Rocky Mountain Heart & Lung , 350 Heritage Way, Suite 2100, Kalispell, MT Cardiac Surgery Cardiology Electrophysiology Pulmonology Northwest Montana Surgical Associates , 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT HOME HEALTH, HOSPICE AND PRIVATE CARE Home Options , 430 Windward Way, Suite 101, Kalispell, MT INFECTIOUS DISEASES Northwest Specialists , 75 Claremont Street, Suite H, Kalispell, MT INTERNAL MEDICINE & PEDIATRICS Family Health Care , 1287 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT INTERNAL MEDICINE - PEDIATRICS ONLY Kalispell Medical Offices and Bone Health , 1280 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT Woodland Clinic , 705 Sixth Avenue East, Kalispell, MT MULTISPECIALTY CLINIC Northwest Specialty Clinics - Whitefish , 1111 Baker Avenue, Suite 2, Whitefish, MT NEUROSCIENCE & SPINE CARE TEAM Inpatient Rehabilitation - Kalispell Regional Healthcare , 320 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT Neuroscience and Spine Institute: A collection of services and specialists in neurological medicine. Department of Neurology Department of Neurological Surgery The Montana Center for Wellness and Pain Management , 245 Windward Way, Kalispell, MT ORTHOPEDICS & SPORTS MEDICINE Northwest Orthopedics & Sports Medicine , 350 Heritage Way, Suite 1200, Kalispell, MT PAIN MANAGEMENT The Montana Center for Wellness and Pain Management , 245 Windward Way, Kalispell, MT PEDIATRICS Family Health Care , 1287 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT Sunny View Pediatrics , Medical Arts Building, 210 Sunnyview Lane, Suite 103, Kalispell, MT REHABILITATION (PHYSICAL, SPEECH and OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY) Kalispell Regional Healthcare. Inpatient Rehabilitation , 320 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT Outpatient Therapy , 205 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT SLEEP MEDICINE Sleep Center at Rocky Mountain Heart & Lung , 350 Heritage Way, Suite 2100A, Kalispell, MT Provides complete diagnosis and treatment for patients with sleep-related disorders. URGENT/PROMPT CARE Big Sky Family Medicine , 202 Conway Drive, Kalispell, MT Bigfork Medical Clinic , 8299 Highway 35, Bigfork, MT Northwest Family Medicine , 1250 Burns Way, Suite 1, Kalispell, MT Northwest Orthopedics & Sports Medicine , 350 Heritage Way, Suite 1200, Kalispell, MT Polson Health , th Avenue East, Polson, MT VASCULAR SURGERY Northwest Montana Surgical Associates , 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT WOMEN S HEALTH FamilyBorn Maternity and Women s Health , 210 Sunnyview Lane, Suite 101, Kalispell, MT Flathead Valley Women s Center , 210 Sunnyview Lane, Suite 107, Kalispell, MT WOUND, OSTOMY CARE Kalispell Regional Healthcare Wound, Ostomy and Hyperbaric Center , 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT NORTH VALLEY HOSPITAL North Valley Hospital (NVH) , 1600 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT Offers health care that focuses on providing patient-centered care in a healing environment. CLINICS Columbia Falls Outpatient Physical Therapy , North Valley Hospital Community Center, 235 Nucleus Avenue, Columbia Falls, MT Glacier Maternity & Women s Center Columbia Falls. 734 Highway 2 West, Suite 12, Columbia Falls, MT Eureka Highway 93 North, Eureka, MT Kalispell. 195 Commons Loop Road, Suite D, Kalispell, MT Whitefish Hospital way, Whitefish, MT North Country Medical Clinic , 1343 Highway 93 North, Eureka, MT Offers a wide range of services and specialties. North Valley Embrace Health , North Valley Hospital Medical Office Village, 3004 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT Provides individualized treatment for those 55 and older who suffer from physical and emotional stress. The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition 19 North Valley Hospital Seasonal Clinics (Hospital). URGENT care facilities that serve tourism needs while conveniently located for the local community. Base Lodge Clinic , 1045 Glades Drive, Whitefish, MT Location is adjacent to Big Mountain Resort. Open during ski season. West Glacier Clinic , 100 Rea Road, West Glacier, MT Location is adjacent to the Glacier National Park west entrance. Open Memorial Day - Labor Day. North Valley Professional Center , 2165 Ninth Street West (Highway 2), Columbia Falls, MT A comprehensive Family Practice. PATIENT SERVICES Acupuncture Birth Center (Nurses Station). Care Management Staff helps patients and families navigate through the hospital experience. Hospitalist (Hospital Main Number). Helps patients understand their health problems and guides them in their recovery. Imaging Services Infusion Services (Pharmacy). Massage Therapy (Hospital Main Number). Medical Surgical Pediatrics Unit (Hospital Main Number). Nuclear Medicine (Imaging Services). Occupational Therapy Physical Therapy Respiration Therapy Sleep Medicine Center , 3004 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT Special Care Unit Provides care for patients who have a variety of illnesses. Speech Therapy Surgical Services HISTORICAL SOCIETIES & ASSOCIATIONS Columbia Falls Historical Society , P.O. Box 643, Columbia Falls, MT Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR): Columbia Falls - Bird Woman Falls Chapter , , P.O. Box 2843, Columbia Falls, MT Kalispell - St. Ignace Chapter , , Kalispell, MT Montana Historical Society , 225 North Roberts, P.O. Box , Helena, MT Northwest Montana Historical Society , 124 Second Avenue East, Kalispell, MT Operates The Museum at Central School. State Historical Preservation Office Montana Historical Society , 1410 Eighth Avenue, P.O. Box , Helena, MT Stumptown Historical Society of Flathead County, Inc , Whitefish Railroad Depot, Third Floor, 500 Depot Street, Whitefish, MT Operates Whitefish Museum. HOSPITALS & URGENT / SAME-DAY CARE HOSPITALS Benefis Sletten Cancer Institute , , th Street South, Great Falls, MT Kalispell Regional Healthcare (KRH) , 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT A regional acute care hospital and referral center offering advanced health services and medical technology. Services include: behavioral health, birthing center, breast health, cancer care, cardiovascular care, Diabetes Care & Prevention Center, diagnostic imaging, emergency care, heart & lung care, home health & hospice, inpatient care, neurosciences, orthopedics & sports medicine, rehabilitation services, respiratory care, surgical services, women s health, the Wound Hyperbaric Center, and the Montana Center for Wellness and Pain Management. Volunteer opportunities are available. Gifts to the Kalispell Regional Healthcare Foundation are essential to many programs and services. Montana State Hospital , (TTY), 300 Garnet Way, P.O. Box 300, Warm Springs, MT Provides inpatient psychiatric treatment for adults with serious mental illness. It is the only public psychiatric hospital in Montana and serves people admitted from communities across the state. North Valley Hospital , (Montana Only), 1600 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT Community Health, Community Education & Training, Community Health Library, Emergency Department, Laboratory, Maternal & Infant Care, Minimally Invasive Surgical Center, Radiology, Respiratory Care, North Valley Hospital Foundation, and Volunteer Opportunities. Support of the North Valley Hospital Foundation allows for more comprehensive services, access to quality medical care for those who need it most, and the most advanced technologies as they emerge. The hospital is a Planetree affiliate. Shodair Children s Hospital , 2755 Colonial Drive, P.O. Box 5539, Helena, MT Serves children and adolescents in Montana who suffer from emotional, mental, and behavioral problems. Shodair now has four treatment programs: the acute unit, the children s unit, and two adolescent units. Shriners Hospitals for Children - Spokane , (Applications Office), 911 West Fifth Avenue, P.O. Box 2472, Spokane, WA Treats children aged birth to 18th birthday who have treatable orthopedic problems. St. Jude Children s Research Hospital , 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN A pediatric treatment and research facility which treats children with cancer and other catastrophic diseases. All patients accepted for treatment are treated without regard to the family s ability to pay. The HealthCenter , 320 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT Provides a convenient location and a state-of-the-art, relaxing healing environment for those needing diagnostic imaging or specialized surgery. Includes The Imaging Center ( ), The Surgery Center ( ), The Women s Center ( ), and The Montana Center for Wellness and Pain Management ( ). URGENT / SAME-DAY CARE Alpine Family Medicine , 734 Highway 2, Suite 12 (Falls Station), Columbia Falls, MT Urgent & walk-in care available: Monday - Friday, 8 am - 3 pm, closed 12 Noon - 1:30 pm. Big Sky Family Medicine , 202 Conway Drive, Suite 200, Kalispell, MT Prompt Care (walk-in) available Monday - Friday, 8 am - 7 pm, and Saturdays 9 am - 5 pm. Emergency Rooms: Open 24 hours, 7 days a week. Kalispell - Kalispell Regional Healthcare (KRH). The entrance is located one block south of Sunnyview Drive in Kalispell. Helicopter response (Air Ambulance), emergency care, and trauma services are provided to Flathead County and surrounding counties. (The hospital is ac cessed from Sunnyview Lane but the Emergency Room is one block south on Conway Drive.) Whitefish - North Valley Hospital (NVH). Accessed from Highway 93 about ¼ mile north of the intersection with Montana 40 (south of Whitefish). Going north, turn right at the hospital sign. Going south, turn left at the hospital sign which is just past the Ford and Chevy dealerships. Evergreen Clinic , 2181 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT Provides Urgent Care available Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:30 pm, and Saturdays, 8:30 am - 1:00 pm.

20 20 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition Family Health Care , 1287 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT Open Monday - Friday, 8 am - 6 pm; Saturdays, 9 am - 2 pm; Sundays, 9 am - 12 Noon. Flathead Orthopedic , 111 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm; Saturdays, 10 am - 2 pm. Same day appointments. Glacier Medical Associates , 1111 Baker Avenue, Whitefish, MT Same day appointments; Lab and X-Ray available. Open Monday - Friday, 8 am - 7 pm; Saturday, 9 am - 3 pm; and Sunday, Noon - 3 pm. MedNorth Urgent Care , 2316 Highway 93 North, P.O. Box 10338, Kalispell, MT Located in front of Costco and open Monday - Friday, 7:30 am - 7:30 pm, and Saturday and Sunday, 9 am - 3 pm. Appointments are not necessary. Provides specialized services that allow urgent minor medical needs to be taken care of when your doctor is unavailable or if you have no primary care physician. Not intended to be a replacement for primary care physicians. Also able to assist with sports physicals, laboratory work, occupational therapy, and drug testing. North Valley Hospital Seasonal Urgent Care Clinics (Hospital). Clinics serve tourism needs while conveniently located for the local community. Are able to provide care for patients who don t need the emergency room. Also stabilizes and arranges transfers for serious illnesses and injuries. Open daily. No appointment needed. Base Lodge Clinic , 1045 Glades Drive, Whitefish, MT Location is adjacent to Big Mountain Resort. Open 10 am - 5 pm during ski season. Glacier Clinic , 100 Rea Road, West Glacier, MT Location is adjacent to Glacier National Park west entrance. Open 9 am - 4 pm, Memorial Day - Labor Day. Northwest Family Medicine , 1250 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT Oopoen Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm. Shepherd s Hand Free Clinic , Christ Lutheran Church, 5150 Riverlakes Parkway, Whitefish, MT Free medical care on Monday evenings for people who are uninsured. Every Monday (except major holidays) a Free Community Meal for all begins at 5:30 pm and Patient sign-in for the Free Clinic begins at 6:00 pm. Clinic and meal staffed by volunteers. HOUSING & SHELTER RESOURCES APARTMENTS (LOW INCOME, SENIORS & DISABLED) Ashley Creek Court , 1128 Kenway, Kalispell, MT For Seniors & Disabled. Big Mountain Apartments , 265 Colorado Avenue, Whitefish, MT Big Sky Manor , 110 Second Avenue West, Kalispell, MT For Seniors & Disabled. Centre Court Manor , 121 Second Avenue West, Kalispell, MT For Seniors 62 and older. Cherry Orchard Apartments , 700 Liberty Street, Kalispell, MT For Seniors & Disabled. Colorado Village Apartments , 445 Wisconsin Avenue, Whitefish, MT Columbia Arms Apartments , 810 Fifth Street West, Columbia Falls, MT For Seniors. Columbia Villa Apartments , 700 Seventh Street West, Columbia Falls, MT Courtyard Apartments , , Community Action Partnership of Northwest Montana (CAPNM), 214 Main Street, P.O. Box 8300, Kalispell, MT Transitional housing for families coming out of homelessness and permanent housing for low income individuals and families. Located at 1842 Airport Road in Kalispell. Crestview Apartments , 103 Crestview Drive, Bigfork, MT Senior housing. Depot Place , 249 East Center Street, Kalispell, MT One and two bedroom apartments a few blocks from downtown Kalispell. For Seniors (55 and older) and Disabled. El Dorita Village , 420 Liberty Street, Kalispell, MT Elms Apartments , 330 Third Avenue West, Kalispell, MT For Seniors & Disabled. Fernwell Apartments , 20 Fourth Avenue East, Kalispell, MT Gateway Village Apartments , 308 Two Mile Drive, Kalispell, MT Glacier State Apartments on First Avenue West , 506 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT For low income Seniors and the Disabled. Glacier State Apartments on Liberty Street , 600 Liberty Street, Kalispell, MT For low income Seniors and the Disabled. Kalispell Senior Apartments , 320 Two Mile Drive, Kalispell, MT For Seniors & Disabled. Little Jon Apartments , 1154 Grand Drive, Bigfork, MT Meridian Pointe Apartments , 1055 North Meridian Road, Kalispell, MT Mountain Apartments , 430 Colorado Avenue, Whitefish, MT Mountain Senior Apartments , 510 State Park Road, Whitefish, MT Mountain View Manor , 100 East Fourth Street, P.O. Box 1237, Whitefish, MT For low-income seniors and the disabled. Stone Creek Apartments , 863 Ashar Avenue, Whitefish, MT For Seniors and Disabled. Sunridge Pointe Apartments , 400 Liberty Street, Kalispell, MT Teakettle Vista Apartments , th Avenue West, Columbia Falls, MT Timber Creek Village Assisted Living Community , 375 Meadow Lake Blvd, Columbia Falls, MT Timber Hills Apartments , 95 & 105 Windward Way, Kalispell, MT Two Mile Vista Apartments , 486 Two Mile Drive, Kalispell, MT Van Ee Apartments , 420 Grandview Drive, Kalispell, MT Mailing Address: 2550 University Avenue West, #330 North, St. Paul, MN Quality rent-subsidized apartments for seniors ages 62 and over. Westgate Senior Apartments , 516 Corporate Drive, Kalispell, MT Income-based housing for seniors and the disabled. Westwind Village Apartments , 206 Cooper Lane, Kalispell, MT Whitefish Manor , 1345 East Seventh Street, Whitefish, MT For Section 8 Seniors & Disabled. ASSISTED LIVING/RETIREMENT FACILITIES Bee Hive Homes Of Columbia Falls Assisted Living , , th Street West, Columbia Falls, MT Family style assisted living care. Services include private bedrooms, 24 hour staffing, dietician approved home cooked meals, group interaction and activities, daily laundry and house keeping services and much more. Accepts Medicaid. Buffalo Hill Terrace , 40 Claremont Street, Kalispell, MT An independent living facility with apartments for retirement age seniors. Available are assisted living services for those who need the additional help to enable them to remain independent in their apartments. The many amenities include long-term and short-term skilled rehabilitation and are approved for both Medicaid and Medicare. Includes 24-hour nursing care. Part of Immanuel Lutheran Communities. Edgewood Vista Senior Living , 141 Interstate Lane, Kalispell, MT Memory care, assisted living, adult day care, respite day care available, and short term stays available.. Expressions Memory Care Home , 240 Hidden Meadow Lane, Columbia Falls, MT Offers specialized care for those with Alzheimers and other related dementias. Friendship House - Adult Care (Office), (Residents), 606 Second Avenue West, Kalispell, MT Assisted living facility for adults who can no longer live safely at home. Long term residential care, short-term adult day care, short-term adult respite care, and 24-hour care are available. Greenwood Village Assisted Living & Senior Apartments , 1150 East Oregon Street, Kalispell, MT Studio and 1 bedroom apartments, 24 hour personal care. Montana Veterans Home , 400 Veterans Drive, P.O. Box 250, Columbia Falls, MT For honorably discharged veterans and spouses. Offers skilled/intermediate nursing care or self-care living. Spouses of veterans will be admitted on a space-available basis. Includes an Alzheimer s unit. The Veterans Home Memorial Fund accepts tax-deductible donations for the benefit of Montana Veterans Home residents. Ombudsman Program , Area IX Agency on Aging, 160 Kelly Road, Suite A, Kalispell, MT Advocacy program for residents in long term care facilities and assisted living facilities. Assists with resident rights, mediation between residents and the facility, and compliance with state and federal regulations. Prestige Assisted Living at Kalispell , 125 Glenwood Drive, Kalispell, MT Provides individual apartment living with personal care services as needed. Quality of Life , 409 Park Way Drive, Kalispell, MT Individualized care in a homelike setting; personal care; medication assistance; transportation; activities. Renaissance Senior Care (Assisted Living) , , 645 Liberty Street, Kalispell, MT Comfortable, caring, home-like setting designed for the special needs of aging seniors. Also has an Alzheimer s Support Group. The Springs At Whitefish , 1001 River Lakes Parkway, Whitefish, MT Assisted Living and Memory Care. Valley View Senior Care , 260 Windsong Way, Kalispell, MT Offers personalized assistance with assisted living needs, short term stays/respite, and hospice care. Wel-Life at Kalispell , 156 Three Mile Drive, Kalispell, MT Offers personalized assistance with assisted living needs, short term stays/respite, and hospice care. HOME OWNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES First Time Homebuyer Program , , NeighborWorks Montana, 509 First Avenue South, Great Falls, MT Provides down payment and closing cost assistance on a deferred basis, with no payments due and no interest accruing. At such time as the borrower sells or refinances the property, the loan becomes due and payable. The recaptured funds are then recycled to provide down payment and closing costs assistance to additional eligible homebuyers. Serves Flathead, Glacier, Lake, and Lincoln counties. Habitat For Humanity of Flathead Valley , 307 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT An Ecumenical Christian partnership working to build homes for people in need. For very low income, working families living in sub-standard, inadequate housing. Has a surplus store called ReStore at 2610 Highway 93 South in Kalispell that is open to the public. Home Improvement Loans & Grants , USDA Rural Development, 450 Corporate Drive, Suite 111, Kalispell, MT Home improvement loans are available to improve or modernize your existing home. Grants may be available to pay the cost of repairs and improvements to remove identified health and safety hazards for those 62 years of age and over and own their homes. Homebuyer Education , , Community Action Partnership of Northwest Montana (CAPNM), 214 Main Street, P.O. Box 8300, Kalispell, MT Homebuyer education courses are offered to give homebuyers the information they need to find, purchase and maintain a home, covering topics such as ID theft, credit, budgeting, and working with realtors, mortgage lenders, home inspectors, and title companies. Low Income Home Loans Program Ext 4, USDA Rural Development, 450 Corporate Drive, Suite 111, Kalispell, MT USDA Rural Development loans, also known as RD loans, allow qualified low to moderate-income rural residents the opportunity to get loans with minimal closing costs and no down payment. Montana Board of Housing , 301 South Park Avenue, P.O. Box , Helena, MT Single Family Program, Recycled Single Family Program, Load Programs, Low Income Housing Tax Credit Program, Reverse Annuity Mortgage (RAM) Program, and Disabled Accessible Affordable Home ownership Program. Mutual Self-Help Housing Program , , Community Action Partnership of Northwest Montana (CAPNM), 214 Main Street, P.O. Box 8300, Kalispell, MT Helps low income families construct their own homes. The program is targeted to eligible families who are unable to buy clean, safe housing through conventional methods. Families perform 65% of the construction labor on each other s homes under qualified supervision. The savings from the reduction in labor costs lets eligible families own their own homes without a cash down payment. Families move into their homes when all homes in the group are completed. USDA Rural Development , 450 Corporate Drive, Suite 111, Kalispell, MT Provides financing options for low and very low income families with little or no down payment and at a reduced interest rate to families that would otherwise not qualify to purchase a home. Serves Flathead, Glacier, Lake, and Lincoln counties as well as the Flathead and Blackfeet Reservations. Whitefish Housing Authority , 100 Fourth Street, P.O. Box 1237, Whitefish, MT Offers three programs: Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers, Mountain View Manor Low Income Apartments (for elderly and people with disabilities), and the First Time Home Buyers program. NURSING CARE FACILITIES Bee Hive Homes , , th Street West, Columbia Falls, MT Assistance with activities of daily living. Brendan House , 350 Conway Drive, Kalispell, MT A skilled nursing facility with rehabilitative services and a comprehensive team approach in a home-like setting. Also offers transitional care, long-term (residential) care, and comfort care. Hospice services are available to support the care team and family. Bratsberg Memory Care , Immanuel Lutheran Communities, 185 Crestline Avenue, Kalispell, MT Offers a safe and secure environment with secured doors and fenced courtyard. Staff members have specific training in dementia care with emphasis on validation therapy. Has group and individualized activities with 24-hour nurse coverage. Edgewood Vista Senior Living , 141 Interstate Lane, Kalispell, MT Memory care, assisted living, adult day care, respite day care available, and short term stays available.. Expressions Memory Care Home , 240 Hidden Meadow Lane, Columbia Falls, MT Offers specialized care for those with Alzheimers and other related dementias. Heritage Place , 171 Heritage Way, Kalispell, MT Activity programs, clinical social service staff, dietician, physical, occupational and speech therapy, dementia care. A long-term care center. Immanuel Lutheran Skilled Care , Immanuel Lutheran Communities, 185 Crestline Avenue, Kalispell, MT Intermediate and skilled nursing, medicare and medicaid approved, Alzheimer s/dementia care, rehabilitation, recreational therapy, registered dietitian, chaplain on staff. Lake View Care Center , 1050 Grand Drive, Bigfork, MT Services include personalized homemaker care, nursing, and therapy services in the home; facility-based assisted care services, personal care, adult day care, respite care services; and living for memory-impaired individuals. A transitional care facility. Montana Veterans Home , 400 Veterans Drive, P.O. Box 250, Columbia Falls, MT For honorably discharged veterans and spouses. Offers skilled/intermediate nursing care or self-care living. Spouses of veterans will be admitted on a space-available basis. Includes an Alzheimer s unit. The Veterans Home Memorial Fund accepts tax-deductible donations for the benefit of Montana Veterans Home residents. Prestige Assisted Living at Kalispell , 125 Glenwood Drive, Kalispell, MT Provides individual apartment living with personal care services as needed.