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2 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition MONTANA 2-1-1 DATA BASE Find the resources included in the Answer Book online at www.montana211.org 752-7266 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
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... 15 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. 270-7513, 630 Lower Lost Prairie Road, P.O. Box 937, Marion, MT 59925. 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. 752-1310, 758-5610 (Sheriff s Dispatch), 225 Cemetery Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Mailing address: 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Call for animal control concerns, such as stray dogs/cats, dogs running at large, or general complaints. AniMeals. 406-721-4710, 1700 Rankin Street, Missoula, MT 59808. 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 59912. 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. 862-5443. Facilitates finding homes for homeless Dobermans. Flathead County Animal Shelter. 752-1310, c/o Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. The Shelter is located at 225 Cemetery Road in Kalispell, MT 59901. The Flathead Shelter Friends provide volunteers and raise needed funds. Flathead Kennel Club of Montana. 257-2952, 752-5179, 45A Fifth Avenue West, P.O. Box 2547, Kalispell, MT 59903. 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. 752-4287, 2010 Four Mile Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Flathead Shelter Friends. 752-1310, 225 Cemetery road, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 881-4500 (Appointments), 892-7387 (Information Line), P.O. Box 2095, Whitefish, MT 59937. 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 13-18...33 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 59903. 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. 755-3438, 11½ South Meridian Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 257-8769, 3795 Highway 2 West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Non-profit organization that supports horse racing. Montana Cattlemen s Association (MCA). 354-6641, P.O. Box 524, Hot Springs, MT 59845. 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. 406-662-3392, 32 Schwend Road, Bridger, MT 59014. 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. 406-360-1145, 406-777-2331, 1016 Fletcher Lane, Stevensville, MT 59870. Promotes the use of donkeys and mules. Montana Loon Society. 883-5797, P.O. Box 1131, Seeley Lake, MT 59868. A loon monitoring and research organization. Montana Wildlife Federation. 406-458-0227, 5530 North Montana Avenue, P.O. Box 1175, Helena, MT 59624. 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. 758-5810, Flathead County Fairgrounds, 265 North Meridian Road, Kalispell, MT 59901.
4 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition Pet Emergency Trauma Services. 257-6870, 3650 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 471-5012, 2332 Ninth Street West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Mailing Address: P.O. Box 2264, Kalispell, MT 59903. Nervous Novice Horseshow and Games. Trail Blazers Riding Club. 752-3383, 22 Salem Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Western Life Enhancement Foundation. 755-5366, Majestic Valley Arena, 3630 Highway 93 North, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 862-1850, 140 Baker Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. Colonial Savings FA. 862-8673, Whitefish, MT 59937. Davidson Trust Company. 257-7320, 200 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. First Interstate Bank: Bigfork. 837-7200, 8111 Highway 35, Bigfork, MT 59911. Evergreen. 758-7600, 100 East Cottonwood Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kalispell. 756-5200, 2 Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kalispell. 756-5222, 100 Hutton Ranch Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Whitefish. 863-8888, 306 Spokane, Whitefish, MT 59937. First Montana Bank. 755-9999, 85 North Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Flathead Bank: Bigfork. 837-1600, 800 Grand Avenue, Bigfork, MT 59911 Kalispell. 752-4050, 120 Hutton Ranch Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Loan Office. Lakeside. 844-2535, 7265 Highway 93 South, Lakeside, MT 59922. Freedom Bank. 892-1776, 530 Ninth Street West (Highway 2), P.O. Box 2076, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Glacier Bank: Bigfork. 837-5980, 8251 Highway 35, Bigfork, MT 59911. Columbia Falls. 892-7100, 822 Nucleus Avenue, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Evergreen. 756-4275, 2199 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kalispell - Buffalo Hill. 756-4270, 49 Commons Loop, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kalispell - Downtown. 756-4200, 756-4281 (24-Hour Bank By Phone), 202 Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kalispell - Reserve Street. 751-7750, 490 West Reserve Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Lakeside. 758-4800, 7100 Highway 93 South, Lakeside, MT 59922. Whitefish. 863-6300, 319 East Second Street, Whitefish, MT 59937. Whitefish - South. 751-4930, 6195 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT 59937. Mountain West Bank. 752-2265, 444 West Idaho, Kalispell, MT 59901. Northwest Farm Credit Services. 800-682-1217. Rocky Mountain Bank: 888-454-3279. Missoula, MT. Bigfork. 837-1400, 8165 Highway 35, Bigfork, MT 59911. Kalispell. 751-5070, 2405 Highway 93 North, Kalispell, MT 59901. State Farm Bank: Kalispell. 752-2116, 257-71714, 445 Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Whitefish. 862-7747, 346 Central Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. Three Rivers Bank of Montana: Kalispell. 755-4271, 233 East Idaho, Kalispell, MT 59901 Kalispell. 755-5432, 552 North Meridian Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. US Bank. 800-872-2657. Kalispell Branch, 257-5363, 30 North Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Valley Bank of Kalispell. 752-7123, 41 Third Street West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Wells Fargo Bank. 800-869-3557. Kalispell Branch Office, 756-4000, 2350 Highway 93 North, Kalispell, MT 59901. West One Bank: Kalispell. 755-9781, 222 West Idaho, Kalispell, MT 59901. Evergreen. 752-9998, 2604 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT 59901. CREDIT UNIONS Park Side Federal Credit Union: Columbia Falls. 892-3989, 1015 Ninth Street West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Kalispell. 755-7283, 600 Sunset Blvd., Kalispell, MT 59901. Whitefish. 862-2652, 1300 Baker Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937 Whitefish Credit Union: Columbia Falls. 892-8000, 320 Nucleus Avenue, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Kalispell. 257-3123, 234 East Montana Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Whitefish. 862-3525, 300 Baker Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL GROUPS Big Mountain Commercial Association. 253-9192, P.O. Box 4608, Whitefish, MT 59937. 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). 406-542-2800, 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. 837-5888, 8155 Highway 35, P.O. Box 237, Bigfork, MT 59911. Columbia Falls. 892-2072, 233 Thirteenth Street East, P.O. Box 312, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Evergreen. 885-1212, P.O. Box 5604, Kalispell, MT 59903. Kalispell. 758-2800, 15 Depot Park, Kalispell, MT 59901. Lakeside-Somers. 844-3715, 100 Bierney Creek Road, P.O. Box 177, Lakeside, MT 59922. Whitefish. 862-3501, 307 Spokane Avenue, Suite 103, P.O. Box 1120, Whitefish, MT 59937. Columbia Falls Community Foundation. 892-3386, 830 Third Avenue West, P.O. Box 312, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Columbia Falls Economic Development Committee. 892-2072, P.O. Box 312, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Consumer Credit Counseling Service (CCCS). 877-275-2227, 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. 862-3641, 2864 Rest Haven Drive, Whitefish, MT 59937. Promotes professional and personal growth of women educators and excellence in education. Evergreen Business And Property Owners Association. 257-6866, 2236 Highway 2 East, P.O. Box 5035, Kalispell, MT 59903. Flathead Area Young Professionals (FAYP). 270-2333. Committed to career development, selfimprovement, community involvement, networking and communication opportunities for its membership. Flathead Building Association. 752-2422, 21 West Reserve Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 752-8681, 118 Main Street, P.O. Box 2807, Kalispell, MT 59903. Flathead Community Foundation. 756-9047, 15 Depot Park, P.O. Box 1422, Kalispell, MT 59903. 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. 756-9091 (Visitors), 800-543-3105 (Administration), 8155 Highway 35, P.O. Box 237, Bigfork, MT 59911. Flathead Lake Cherry Growers, Inc. 982-3069, P.O. Box 2409, Bigfork, MT 59911. Co-op for commercial cherry growers in the Flathead Valley. Flathead Nonprofit Development Partnership (NpDP). 756-3618 (Message Center), P.O. Box 1371, Kalispell, MT 59903. Offers information, education and networking. Flathead Regional Business Center (FRBC). 758-2800, 15 Depot Park, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 270-7047, P.O. Box 1964, Whitefish, MT 59937. Advocates for the economic health and vitality of downtown Whitefish. Kalispell Business Improvement District. 253-6923, P.O. Box 1997, Kalispell, MT 59903. Established to support the economic growth and vitality of Downtown Kalispell and to maintain and promote its unique character. Kalispell Convention & Visitor Bureau. 758-2800, 15 Depot Park, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kalispell Downtown Association (KDA). 756-5246, P.O. Box 7130, Kalispell, MT 59904. Kalispell Small Business Development Center. 756-3836, 777 Grandview Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Leadership Flathead. 758-2810, Kalispell Chamber of Commerce, 15 Depot Park, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides opportunities for individuals to enhance their skills in community leadership development and management. Montana Association of Registered Land Surveyors. 892-4579, P.O. Box 359, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. 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. 800-257-4988, P.O. Box 1154, Helena, MT 59624. Montana First District Dental Society. 752-8212, 80 Four Mile Drive, Suite 13, Kalispell, MT 59901. Montana Landlords Association (MLA). 250-0729, Flathead Chapter, 1360 Lake Blaine Road, P.O. Box 7, Kalispell, MT 59903. 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. 752-3168, 2224 Highway 35, P.O. Box 1716, Kalispell, MT 59903. 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). 756-8329, 15 Depot Park, Kalispell, MT 59901. A statewide manufacturing outreach and assistance center offering help in improving local businesses. Serves Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Montana Organic Association. 406-788-7423, P.O. Box 570, Eureka, MT 59917. 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). 755-4221, 406-728-9234 Ext 240, 15 Depot Park, Kalispell, MT 59901. City, county, state and federal government contracting assistance. Montana Shares. 406-442-2218, 825 Helena Avenue, P.O. Box 883, Helena, MT 59624. 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. 257-7711, 314 Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 756-8011, Flathead Area Chapter, 705 Demersville Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Northwest Montana Association of Realtors, Inc. 752-4313, 110 Cooperative Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Northwest Montana Bar Association. 862-4884, P.O. Box 2272, Kalispell, MT 59903. SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives). 756-5271, 15 Depot Park, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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). 800-827-5722 (Answer Desk), 406-441-1081, Montana District SBA, 10 West Fifteenth Street, Suite 1100, Helena, MT 59626. 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). 756-3836, 777 Grandview Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Works to increase profits for small Montana firms and to create jobs for the state s workers. Whitefish Community Foundation. 863-1781, 214 West Second Street, P.O. Box 1060, Whitefish, MT 59937. 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. 862-6661, P.O. Box 695, Whitefish, MT 59937. Organizes the downtown Christmas lights which are supported by donations from the public and from the Whitefish Community Foundation. Women of Whitefish. 250-3148, 506 Texas Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. 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. 541-8472 (Registration and Scholarship Forms), Tamarack Grief Resource Center, 516 South Orange Street, Missoula, MT 59801; 261-0724, 17 Second Street, #208, Kalispell, MT 59901. A fun, supportive, and healing summer camp for kids age 8-14 who are grieving the death of a loved one.
American Diabetes Association (ADA) Montana Youth Retreat. 888-342-2383, 2460 West 26th Avenue, #C500 Fifth Floor, Denver, CO 80211. 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. 877-862-8382, 889-3969, 261-7187, 12676 Pinkham Creek, Rexford, MT 59930. Base camp at 12676 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. 837-4864, 501 McCaffery Road, Bigfork, MT 59911. Summer camps held July and August; Retreats held September through May. Boy Scouts of America - NW Montana Camps: Grizzly Base Camp. 751-8760, P.O. Box 1972, Kalispell, MT 59903. 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. 406-761-6000, Montana Council, 820 17th Avenue South, Great Falls, MT 59405. Camp Melita Island is located on Melita Island in Flathead Lake. Owned and operated by Montana Council, Boy Scouts of America. Camp Bighorn. 406-826-3144, 1850 Highway 135, Plains, MT 59859. 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. 800-537-7710. 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. 406-549-5987, Children s Oncology Camp Foundation, P.O. Box 1450, Missoula, MT 59806. Medically supervised cost-free camp at Gold Creek, Montana, for children, young adults, and families affected by cancer. Camp Marshall. 406-849-5718, 406-261-3657, 41524 Melita Island Road, Polson, MT 59860. 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. 293-4376, 509-392-1015, 417 Mineral Avenue, #8, P.O. Box 627, Libby, MT 59923. 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. 800-360-7160, Muscular Dystrophy Association, 2132 Broadwater Avenue, Suite A, Billings, MT 59102. Annual summer camp is held for one week in August at Seeley Lake. The Billings office serves all of Montana. Camp STIX Diabetes Program. 509-484-1366, P.O. Box 8308, Spokane, WA 99203. 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. 406-447-4365, 1601 North Benton, Helena, MT 59625. 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. 758-0118, 871-5531, P.O. Box 2204, Kalispell, MT 59903. Open to girls who will enter grades 3-5 in the fall and who live in the Flathead Valley. Deep Bay Center. 844-2611, 104A Deep Bay Drive, P.O. Box 718, Lakeside, MT 59922. Retreat facility and meeting place on the west shore of Flathead Lake. Welcomes non-profit groups only. First Descents Cancer Camps. 303-945-2490, 767 Santa Fe Drive, Denver, CO 80204. 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. 751-3971, 124 Third Avenue East, P.O. Box 370, Kalispell, MT 59903. 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. 755-6991, P.O. Box 8494, Kalispell, MT 59904. 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. 212-3939, P.O. Box 8834, Kalispell, MT 59904. 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. 844-3483, 21339 Methodist Camp Road, Rollins, MT 59931. Camp facilities and services for church groups, schools, organizations, government agencies, and youth & adult retreats. Flathead Lutheran Bible Camp. 752-6602 (Business Office), 844-3201 (Camp), 603 Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Summer Bible camp and year round retreat center located on the west shore of Flathead Lake at 550 Lutheran Camp Road, Lakeside, MT 59922. Flathead Soccer Camp. 253-6122, 1500 Holt Stage, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 314-4083. Summer camp for boys who will be students in grades 1-5 and live in the Flathead Valley. For One Another Family Camp. 406-582-1600, Cancer Support Community Montana, 102 South 11th Avenue, Bozeman, MT 59715. 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. 387-5502, 800-405-9876, 400 Fifth Street West, P.O. Box 190404, Hungry Horse, MT 59919. Glacier Camp. 844-2114, 17482 O Neil Road, P.O. Box 384, Lakeside, MT 59922. Christian conference, retreat, and camping center open all four seasons and located south of Lakeside on Highway 93. Glacier Institute. 755-1211, 137 Main Street, P.O. Box 1887, Kalispell, MT 59903. 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. 837-6087, 290 Swan Highway, Bigfork, MT 59911. 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. 260-6673. Held at Glacier High School gymnasium during July. Kids Day Camp. 261-9636, 862-2863 (Church Office), All Saints Day Camp, 2048 Conn Road, Columbia Falls, MT 59912; Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1923, Whitefish, MT 59937. 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. 892-3729, 755-1133 (Camp Season Only), c/o First Baptist Church, 827 Ninth Street West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Camp located at 1660 Lake Blaine Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Camp is held in July. Lions Bitterroot Youth Camp. 854-2744, 1650 Pleasant Valley Road, P.O. Box 1224, Kalispell, MT 59903. A facility for scouts, schools, family reunions, weddings, and corporate picnics. Loon Lake 4-H Camp. 837-1246, P.O. Box 2672, Bigfork, MT 59911. 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. 406-243-2775, 32 Campus Drive MS 0606, Missoula, MT 59812. A one-week camp for youth ages 14-18 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. 866-540-5660, Office of Continuing Education, Montana State University, 200 Culbertson, P.O. Box 172200, Bozeman, MT 59717. 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. 260-8620, P.O. Box 1314, Whitefish, MT 59937. 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 59904. Offers affordable Christian camping experiences for youth and teens aged 7-17. 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. 751-4136, 751-4137, The Summit Medical Fitness Center, 205 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 871-3275, 450 Pierce Lane, Bigfork, MT 59911. Grade school and high school camps during the summer. Whitefish Theatre Company Summer Camps. 862-5371, One Central Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. 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. 755-7545, 445 Third Avenue, Kalispell, MT 59901. Albiero Chiropractic. 837-3966, 104 Crestview Drive, Suite 202, Bigfork, MT 59911. Brian J. Albiero, DC, Pam S. Albiero, DC. A R Wilson, DC. 862-8080, 559 Edgewood Place, Whitefish, MT 59937. Atlas Chiropractic. 257-4001, 46 Village Loop, Kalispell, MT 59901. Back on Track. 755-1001, 5 South Meridian Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Big Mountain Chiropractic. 862-7655, 6446 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT 59937. Big Sky Wellness Center. 755-4119, 2282 Highway 93 South, Suite 3, Kalispell, MT 59901.
6 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition Café of Life. 752-5433, KM Building, 40 Second Street East, Suite 230, Kalispell, MT 59901. Lynne C. Brett, DC. Caring Chiropractic, Inc. 755-1113, 248 Third Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Carlson Chiropractic Offices of Bigfork. 837-6881, 8570 Highway 35, Bigfork, MT 59911. Carlson Chiropractic Offices PC. 837-6881, 8543½ Highway 35, Bigfork, MT 59911 Carlson Chiropractic Offices PC. 257-3004, 410 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Carlson, Delaney, DC. 253-5420, 8570 Highway 35, Bigfork, MT 59911. Chiropractic & Deep Tissue Massage. Flip Spinal Care. 862-7891, 301 East Second, Whitefish, MT 59937. Francis, Dr. John E., Jr. 756-6868, Valley Chiropractic Center, 2117 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Francis, Dr. John E., Sr. 756-6868, Valley Chiropractic Center, 2117 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Garth Chiropractic. 862-9100, Mountain Mall, 6475 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT 59937. Raymond Garth II, DC, DACAN. Chiropractic neurologist. Gislason, Dr. Eric J., DC. 862-9700, 5875 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT 59937. Gordley Family Chiropractic. 892-9099, 1035 Ninth Street West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Dr. Megan Gordley. Jacobsmeyer Chiropractic Clinic. 892-5203, 430 Nucleus Avenue, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Jones, Susan E., DC. 755-5557, 38 East Washington Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Lake s Family Chiropractic. 755-1117, 475 North Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Lakeside Chiropractic Clinic. 844-2151, Lakeside Village Commons, 7176 Highway 93 South, Lakeside, MT 59922. Lampshire, Scott, DC. 257-7572, 725 Sixth Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Life Spark Chiropractic. 863-4826, 103 Ponderosa Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. McKiernan Chiropractic & Sports Injury Center. 756-2626, 1031 South Main, Kalispell, MT 59901. James J. McKiernan, DC, CCSP. Nelson Chiropractic Wellness Center. 837-0923, 8541 Highway 35, Unit A, Bigfork, MT 59911. Northern Lights Chiropractic. 755-1955, 1066 North Meridian Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Pisk Chiropractic & Physiotherapy PC. 257-5011, 178 Second Avenue East North, Kalispell, MT 59901. Gregory D. Pisk, DC, CCSP, Wanda Robinson, DC. Pleasants Chiropractic Office. 862-4364, 533 Spokane Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. Puchta, Richard, DC. 752-7289, 690 North Meridian Road, Suite 214, Kalispell, MT 59901. Schleusner, Julie, DC. 755-4119, 2282 Highway 93 South, Suite 3, Kalispell, MT 59901. Smith, Kanyon, DC. 862-7655, 6446 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT 59937. Stillwater Spine & Sports Center, Inc. 756-7634, 80 Four Mile Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Tye K. LeDuc, DC. The Montana Center for Wellness and Pain Management. 756-8488, 245 Windward Way, Kalispell, MT 59901 Total Health Chiropractic. 752-7289, 690 North Meridian Road, Suite 105, Kalispell, MT 59901. Dr. Rick Puchta. Wettach, Edward, DC. 257-0550, 22 Second Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Whipple, Oliver, DC. 837-1111, 8570 Highway 35, Bigfork, MT 59911. Chiropractic & Deep Tissue Massage. Whitefish Chiropractic Center. 862-2121, 5938 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT 59937. Dr. Ryan M. Wigness, Dr. Michael A. Sybrant. Wilson Chiropractic Clinic. 862-8080, 559 Edgewood Place, Whitefish, MT 59937. CHURCHES & RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATIONS Bethany s Ark. 837-3178, 8559 Highway 35, Bigfork, MT 59911. Bible Baptist Church. 752-2049, 2648 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Braveheart Chaplin Ministry. 871-0183, 650 Fifth Avenue West North, Kalispell, MT 59901. Serves Emergency personnel and citizens in crisis throughout the Flathead Valley. Calvary Chapel Whitefish. 863-9192, 420 Baker Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. Canyon Community Church. 387-9452, 215 Coram School Lane, Coram, MT 59913. Christian Center. 752-6426, 255 Summit Ridge Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Columbia Bible Baptist Church. 892-0506, 1072 Highway 206, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Columbia Falls Church of the Nazarene. 892-2015, 172 Pine Street, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Community United. 837-4549, 750 Electric Avenue, Bigfork, MT 59911. Crossroads Christian Fellowship. 837-0246, 7465 Highway 35, Bigfork MT 59911. Empowered Living Ministries. 744-8301. Faith Baptist Church. 756-3626, 108 West Reserve Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. First Presbyterian Church of Kalispell. 752-7488, 540 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59912. Flathead Valley Cowboy Church. 752-3333, 3171 Highway 93 North, Kalispell, MT 59901. Grace Baptist Church. 257-1443, 1385 Columbia Falls Stage Road, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Grace Church. 755-9673, 1225 Highway 93 North, Kalispell, MT 59901. Headwaters Ministries. 862-6843, 5600 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT 59937. Kalispell Healing Rooms. 257-9694, 445 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kila Country Church. 755-0553, 190 Cottage Lane, Kila, MT 59920. Methodist Church. 892-5811. New Covenant Fellowship. 257-7112, 436 Birch Grove Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. The Church at Creston - Lutheran LCMS. 752-1205, 5447 Highway 35, Kalispell, MT 59901. The River. 752-4141. Valley Community Church. 257-2133, 2149 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Whitefish Church of the Nazarene. 862-2433, 1125 Seventh Street East, Whitefish, MT 59937. ASSEMBLIES OF GOD Assembly of God: Columbia Falls. 892-3949, 738 Third Avenue West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Whitefish. 862-4039, 1549 Karrow Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. Bigfork Chapel. 837-6087, 290 Highway 83, Bigfork, MT 59911. Christian Center. 752-6426, 255 Summit Ridge Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Hungry Horse Chapel. 387-5807, 8664 Highway 2 East, Hungry Horse, MT 59919. Westside Assembly of God. 857-3691. Meets at Somers Middle School Gym, 315 School Addition Road, Somers, MT 59932. BAPTIST Buchanan, Jerry R., Pastor. 892-3729, 827 Ninth Street West (Highway 2), Columbia Falls, MT 59912. BAPTIST - AMERICAN Happy Valley Missionary Baptist Church. 862-4620, 412 Antelope Trail, Whitefish, MT 59937. BAPTIST - GARBC Buchanan, Jerry R., Pastor. 892-3729, 827 Ninth Street West (Highway 2), Columbia Falls, MT 59912. First Baptist Church GARBC. 755-1891, 6933 Highway 35, Kalispell, MT 59901. Olson, Randell, Pastor. 180 Pleasant Valley Road, Marion, MT 59925. BAPTIST - GENERAL CONFERENCE Glacier Church. 752-5444, 690 Grandview Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. BAPTIST - INDEPENDENT Bible Baptist Church. 752-2049, 2648 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Faith Baptist Church. 755-3626, 108 West Reserve Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Faith Baptist Church. 250-8895, 1395 Lake Blaine Road, Kalispell, MT. 59901. Grace Baptist Church. 257-1443, 1385 Columbia Falls Stage Road, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Rocky Mountain Baptist Church. 755-5954, 2397 Highway 35, Kalispell, MT 59901. Victory Baptist Church. 752-5651, 1830 Highway 35, Kalispell, MT 59901. BAPTIST - NORTH AMERICAN Bethel Baptist Church GARBC. 755-5062, 936 Fourth Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Canyon Baptist Church. 387-4148, 9050 Highway 2, Hungry Horse, MT 59919. BAPTIST - SOUTHERN Lakeside Baptist Church. 844-3006, 201 Bens Lane, Lakeside, MT 59922. Lion Hill Baptist Church. 387-5405, 133 Third Avenue South, Hungry Horse, MT 59919. BIBLE Central Bible Church. 755-5238, 902 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. BUDDHIST Kalinga Buddhist Center. 756-8690. CATHOLIC Blessed John Paul II Catholic Church. 837-4846, 195 Coverdell Road, Bigfork, MT 59911. Immaculate Conception Chapel. 755-0050, 111 First Avenue, Kalispell, MT 59901. Pope John Paul II Catholic Church. 837-4846, 195 Coverdell Road, Bigfork, MT 59911. Risen Christ Parish. 752-4219, 65 West Evergreen Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. St. Charles Borromeo. 862-2051. St. Matthew s Catholic Parish. 752-6788, 602 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. St. Richards Catholic Church. 892-5142, 1210 Ninth Street West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. CHRISTIAN Bigfork Christian Church. 837-4682, 110 Shawnee Drive, Bigfork, MT 59911. Family Life Christian Church. 257-9315, 1075 Foys Lake Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. CHRISTIAN & MISSIONARY ALLIANCE Faith Alliance Church. 257-9199, 348 Second Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Fellowship Alliance Church. 892-4477, 1025 Seventh Avenue West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Little Brown Church of the Christian & Missionary Alliance. 837-4369, 125 Swan Highway, Bigfork, MT 59911. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE Christian Science Reading Room. 752-5506, 4 First Street East, Kalispell, MT 59901. CHURCH OF CHRIST Church of Christ. 752-3329, 241 Stillwater Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Columbia Falls Church of Christ. 892-3689, 1203 Second Avenue West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. CHURCH OF GOD - ANDERSON, INDIANA Active Word Ministries. 892-0587. Whitefish Church of God. 862-0745, 5685 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT 59937. CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS Bigfork. 837-4348, 121 Crestwood Drive, Bigfork, MT 59911. Columbia Falls. 892-2468, 892-5493, 1780 Talbot Road, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Kalispell. 752-7017, 1380 Whitefish Stage Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kalispell. 752-5446, Genealogical Library, 1380 Whitefish Stage Road, Kalispell, MT 59901/ Whitefish. 862-2660, 6330 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT 59937. EPISCOPAL All Saints Episcopal Church. 862-2863, 2048 Conn Road, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Serves Columbia Falls and Whitefish. Christ Church Episcopal. 257-6182, 215 Third Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. St. Patrick s Episcopal Church. 837-5249, 30631 Highway 209, Bigfork, MT 59911. FOURSQUARE GOSPEL Whitefish Foursquare Church. 862-1653, 233 Kalispell Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. INDEPENDENT Aletheia Christian Fellowship. 755-1776, 330 North Somers Road, Kalispell, MT 59901 Central Bible Church. 755-5238, 902 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Grace Baptist Church. 257-1443, 1385 Columbia Falls Stage Road, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. JEHOVAH S WITNESSES Bigfork. 752-7357, 100 Vista Drive, Bigfork, MT 59911. Columbia Falls. 892-2512, 195 Veterans Drive, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Kalispell. 257-9495, 1414 Woodland Avenue, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kalispell. 257-2099, 1100 West Reserve Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Whitefish. 862-8266, Kingdom Hall, 1900 Highway 93 West, Whitefish, MT 59937. LUTHERAN Bartholomew, Tim, Pastor. 257-4614, 1401 Church Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Bethany Lutheran Church. 837-4387, 8559 Highway 35, Bigfork, MT 59911. Bethlehem Lutheran Church ELCA. 752-6140, 603 South Main, Kalispell, MT 59901. Calvary Lutheran Church ELCA. 752-4102, 2200 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Christ Lutheran Church LCMC. 862-2615, 5150 River Lakes Parkway, Whitefish, MT 59937. Eidsvold Lutheran Church. 857-3529, 5935 Highway 93 South, Somers, MT 59932. Faith Free Lutheran Church AFLC. 752-2481, 405 Liberty Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Northridge Lutheran Church ELCA. 752-0322, 323 Northridge Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Old Apostolic Lutheran Church. 844-2666, 215 Blacktail Road, Lakeside, MT 59922. Stillwater Free Lutheran Church. 257-4614, 1401 Church Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church LCMS. 257-5683, 400 West California Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. LUTHERAN - ELCA Bethlehem Lutheran Church ELCA. 752-6140, 603 South Main, Kalispell, MT 59901. Our Savior s Lutheran Church ELCA. 892-3784, 401 Seventh Street West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. LUTHERAN - LCMS Our Redeemer Lutheran Church LCMS. 892-4074, 640 Seventh Street West, P.O. Box 2005, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. St. Peter Lutheran Church. 862-3008, 201 Wisconsin Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. The Church at Creston-Lutheran. 752-1205. 5447 Highway 35, Kalispell, MT 59901. St. Peter Lutheran Church LCMS. 862-3008, 201 Wisconsin Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. MENNONITE Mountain View Mennonite Church. 755-8772, 795 Mennonite Church Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. METHODIST Lakeside Community Chapel. 844-3043, Lakeside, MT 59922. METHODIST - UNITED see United Methodist Church NAZARENE Church of the Nazarene: Kalispell. 755-4179, 1295 Whitefish Stage Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Whitefish. 862-2433, 1125 Seventh Street East, Whitefish, MT 59937. NON-DENOMINATIONAL Calvary Chapel. 752-4871, 2395 Whitefish Stage Road, Kalispell, MT 59901.
Calvary Chapel Whitefish. 862-9197, 6475 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT 59937. Flathead Valley Cowboy Church. 752-3333, 3171 Highway 93 North, Kalispell, MT 59904. Fresh Life Church. 257-3339, 120 Second Street, Suite 9, Kalispell, MT 59901. Glacier Mountain Fellowship: Kalispell. 257-3453, 4043 Highway 93 South, Kalispell, MT 59901. Whitefish. 863-2369, 527 Second Street, Whitefish, MT 59937. Grace Church. 755-9673, 1225 Highway 93 North, Kalispell, MT 59901. Headwaters Ministries. 862-6843, 5600 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT 59937. Swan Chapel. 886-2204, 22376 Highway 83, Swan Lake, MT 59911. The River. 752-4141, 859 West Reserve Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Word of Life Christian Center. 756-5433, 2400 Highway 2 West, Kalispell, MT 59901 PRESBYTERIAN Bible Presbyterian Church. 755-1181, Fifth Avenue West & Fourth Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. PRESBYTERIAN - PCA Faith Covenant Presbyterian Church. 752-2400, 611 Third Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. PRESBYTERIAN - USA First Presbyterian Church. 862-2802, 301 Central Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. First Presbyterian Church of Kalispell. 752-7488, 540 South Main, Kalispell, MT 59901. REFORMED Faith Covenant Presbyterian Church (PCA). 752-2400, 611 Third Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. RELIGIOUS SCIENCE Shining Mountains Center for Positive Living. 257-6539, 475 Eighth Avenue East North, Kalispell, MT 59901. SALVATION ARMY Salvation Army. 257-4357, Church and Offices, 110 Bountiful Drive, P.O. Box 8357, Kalispell, MT 59901. SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST Seventh-Day Adventist Church. 752-2574, 1375 Highway 93 North, Kalispell, MT 59901. Seventh-Day Adventist Community Service Center. 257-6008, 494 Ninth Avenue East North, Kalispell, MT 59901. UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST Unitarian Glacier Fellowship. 755-9255, P.O. Box 2778, Kalispell, MT 59903. UNITED METHODIST Community United Methodist Church. 837-4547, 750 Electric Avenue, Bigfork, MT 59911. Epworth United Methodist Church. 257-6849, 319 Second Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. United Methodist Church: Columbia Falls. 892-5811, 117 Second Street West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Whitefish. 862-3418, 1150 Wisconsin Avenue, P.O. Box 4248, Whitefish, MT 59937. UNITED PENTECOSTAL New Life Center. 756-6700, 221 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. CLUBS & COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS CLUBS - AGRICULTURE 4-H Clubs. 758-5553, Flathead County Extension Office, 1108 South Main, Suite 4, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides 4-H youth education through project work and school enhancement programming. Flathead County Farmers Union. 756-6312, 1007 Steel Bridge Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Goal is to protect family farming. Flathead Future Farmers of America (FFA) Alumni Association. 751-3950, 310 FFA Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Mailing Address: 644 Fourth Avenue Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Supports and promotes FFA activities and agricultural education on local and state levels. Membership open to anyone interested in supporting FFA. Montana Dahlia Society. 471-3786, P.O. Box 1612, Kalispell, MT 59903. CLUBS - ARTS & CRAFTS Alpine Spinners & Weavers of Flathead Valley. 257-9119, 603 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Mailing Address: 190 Sullivan Crossroad, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Artists & Craftsmen of the Flathead. 881-4288, 31 First Avenue West, P.O. Box 1684, Kalispell, MT 59903. Membership open to residents of Flathead and Lake counties. Flathead Quilters Guild. 257-6966. Meets at Epworth United Methodist Church, 329 Second Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Glacier Stamp Club. 752-6110. Meets at Flathead County Library, 241 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. High Country Carvers. 755-4074. 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. 837-5091. Meets at Swan River School, 1205 Swan Highway, Bigfork, MT 59911. Teakettle Quilt Guild. P.O. Box 2424, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Meets at Teakettle Community Hall, 235 Nucleus Avenue, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. CLUBS - AUTO, BICYCLE AND MOTORCYCLE Blue Knights Motorcycle Club. 406-672-6585, 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. 837-4814, 1140 McCaffery Road, Bigfork, MT 59911. Sponsors an annual car show the first Saturday in August. Includes all classes of cars and is free to the public. Flathead Cycling Club. 862-5364, 699 Waverly Place, Whitefish, MT 59937. Flathead Pioneer Auto Club. 257-4023, 160 River View Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Meets at Flathead Electric, 2510 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT 59901. CLUBS - FIREARMS ORGANIZATIONS Bigfork Gun Club. 837-6800, P.O. Box 529, Bigfork, MT 59911. Flathead Valley Black Powder Club. 752-5190, 58 West Cottonwood Drive #11, Kalispell, MT 59901. Meets at the Kalispell Library, 247 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. North Valley Sportsman Club. 249-2223, P.O. Box 1894, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Northwest Montana Arms Collectors Association. 755-6057, P.O. Box 653, Kalispell, MT 59903. Meets at 1290 Prairie View Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. CLUBS - PHOTOGRAPHY Glacier Camera Club. 857-2121, P.O. Box 368, Somers, MT 59921. Meets at the Pin & Cue, 6570 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT 59937. CLUBS - POLITICAL ORGANIZATIONS Flathead County Republicans. P.O. Box 2455, Kalispell, MT 59903. Flathead County Republican Women. 837-4525. Mailing Address: 1340 Swan Horseshoe Drive, Bigfork, MT 59911. The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition 7 Flathead Democratic Party. 393-2324, 633 Underhill Court, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kalispell Office. 13 East Oregon Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Whitefish Office. 862-2008, 637 Denver Street, Whitefish, MT 59937. Flathead Democratic Women. 897-2067, P.O. Box 2376, Kalispell, MT 59903. Montana Democratic Party. 755-4071, 224 First Avenue, Kalispell, MT 59901. Pachyderm Clubs - National Federation. 888-467-2249, P.O. Box 1295, Cape Giradeau, MO 63702. Contact for information about Glacier Country Pachyderm Club in Kalispell. Project Vote Smart - Voters Research Hotline. 888-868-3762, One Common Ground, Phillipsburg, MT 59858. 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. 250-4574, P.O. Box 631, Kalispell, MT 59903. Meets at the West Valley Fire Hall. Boomers Singles Group. 314-4523, P.O. Box 8282, Kalispell, MT 59904. Activities for singles aged 40 and older. Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) #102. 250-2160, P.O. Box 483, Bigfork, MT 59911. 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. 250-4745, 988 Lake Drive, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. 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 59901. Friendship Force of Flathead Valley. 756-7721. 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 59901. Kalispell Rockhounds Club. 755-3037, P.O. Box 5463, Kalispell, MT 59903. Meets in the basement of Flathead County Library, 247 First Avenue East, in Kalispell. Northwest Montana Gold Prospectors Club. 756-3711, P.O. Box 3242, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Club for those interested in minerals of the earth - be it gold or garnets. Shining Mountains Doll Club. 756-9698, 530 Second Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Doll collectors. Also study the history of doll making in the U.S. and other countries. Sigma Nu Alumni. 752-5881, 1303 Fourth Street West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Meets at the Buffalo Hills Golf Course Club House, 1176 North main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. CLUBS - SPORTS RELATED ORGANIZATIONS Flathead County Parks & Recreation. 758-5800, 758-5805 (Conrad Complex), 309 FFA Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 752-6644, P.O. Box 1205, Kalispell, MT 59903. 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. 752-6644, P.O. Box 1205, Kalispell, MT 59903. 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 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition Project Whitefish Kids (PWK). 862-1246, P.O. Box 2010, Whitefish, MT 59937. 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 59937. CLUBS - SPORTS RELATED - BASEBALL/SOFTBALL American Legion Baseball. Ages 15-19. Kalispell. 261-4810, Kalispell Lakers, P.O. Box 8444, Kalispell, MT 59904. Sign ups are in January. Whitefish. 250-3698, Glacier Twins, P.O. Box 2007, Whitefish, MT 59937. Signups begin in November. Columbia Falls Baseball Association. 892-9901, 1950 Talbot Road, P.O. Box 699, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Flathead Senior Men s Softball Association. 755-4914, 618 Leisure Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 890-5495, 261-8028, P.O. Box 2838, Kalispell, MT 59903. Baseball program for youth 13-15 years of age. Sign-up is during February and March at the Kalispell Center Mall. Kalispell Pee Wee Baseball. 257-1634, P.O. Box 666, Kalispell, MT 59903. Baseball program for youth 5-12 years of age. Miracle League. 752-6644, P.O. Box 1205, Kalispell, MT 59903. 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. 862-5960, Whitefish Middle School, 600 East second Street, Whitefish, MT 59937. 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. 261-6891. 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 5-15. Sign ups are in January. Flathead Boxing Club. 270-6812, 113 Antelope Trail, Whitefish, MT 59937. Kalispell Wrestling Club. 212-8782, 1607 Eighth Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Ages 4 and up. Sign ups are in January at Flathead high School. CLUBS - SPORTS RELATED - GYMNASTICS Flathead Gymnastics Academy. 752-4000, 153 Seventh Avenue West North, Kalispell, MT 59901. For ages 18 months to adults. CLUBS - SPORTS RELATED - HIKING/CLIMBING Swan Rangers Hiking Club. 755-1379, 3165 Foothill Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Has outings on Saturdays and promotes the health benefits of hiking, skiing, and snowshoeing. Whitefish Walkers. 863-2470. Open to all ages. Schedules of daily walks are available at Whitefish Parks and Recreation Department 510 Railway Street, Whitefish, MT 59937. Glacier Mountaineering Society (GMS). P.O. Box 1241, Kalispell, MT 59903. 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. 752-4452, 1290 Prairie View Road, P.O. Box 5474, Kalispell, MT 59903. Flathead Wildlife, Inc. 257-5703, P.O. Box 4, Kalispell, MT 59903. 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. 293-2498, 800-672-3888, Ext. 1356, 9501 Highway 37, Libby Montana, 59923. Fund raising for programs such as youth education, law enforcement training, hunter education, conservation, firearms and marksmanship training and safety. Hunter Education Program. 752-5501, Fish, Wildlife and Parks, 490 North Meridian Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 881-4404 (Voice Mail), P.O. Box 3542, Kalispell, MT 59903. Meets at the Flathead County Fairgrounds, 265 North Meridian Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 261-8831, 1 Woodland Avenue, P.O. Box 2205, Kalispell, MT 59903. 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. 863-2477, Stumptown Ice Den, 715 Wisconsin Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. 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. 863-2477, Stumptown Ice Den, 715 Wisconsin Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937 Whitefish Figure Skating Club. 406-407-8226, P.O. Box 4593, Whitefish, MT 59937. 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. 858-2493, 888-833-5867, 3175 Lower Lost Prairie Road, Marion, MT 59925. 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. 862-6635, P.O. Box 1614, Whitefish, MT 59937. 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. 752-1018, P.O. Box 5041, Kalispell, MT 59903. 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. 862-2912 (Ski Season Only), P.O. Box 623, Whitefish, MT 59937. 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 59937. Mission is to instill a life-long love of cross country skiing. Kalispell Ski Club. 253-6411, P.O. Box 863, Kalispell, MT 59903. Promotes love of skiing in kids, families and community. Offers free skiing lessons for beginning through intermediate skiers, ages 5-14. Montana Mountain Mushers. 881-2909, P.O. Box 76, Olney, MT 59927. 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. 837-0783, 9236 Highway 35, Bigfork, MT 59911. 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 59901. Glacier United Soccer Club. P.O. Box 241, Whitefish, MT 59937. Soccer in the spring. Montana Flathead Rapids. 407-5259, P.O. Box 241, Whitefish, MT 59937. Whitefish Youth Soccer Association. P.O. Box 241, Whitefish, MT 59937. CLUBS - SPORTS RELATED - SWIMMING Columbia Falls Swim Team. 755-4509, P.O. Box 156, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Ages 5-18. CLUBS - SPORTS RELATED - TENNIS Glacier Tennis Club at The Summit. 751-4518, 751-4100 (Tennis Court Reservations), 205 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Open to the public. CLUBS - SPORTS RELATED - WATER Flathead Paddlers. 857-2533. 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. 249-8290, 890-0460. Dedicated to safely encouraging, maintaining and perpetuating Hawaiian outrigger canoe paddling and racing. CLUBS - READING/WRITING/PUBLIC SPEAKING Authors of the Flathead. 881-4066 (Info Only), P.O. Box 7711, Kalispell, 59904. Craft writing classes, critique groups, guest speakers, and annual seminar. Meetings held at Flathead Valley Community College. Bad Rock Book Discussion Group. 892-0515, 615 Nucleus Avenue, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Children s Writers Group. 755-3019, 755-7763, 247 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Organization for those who write for children. Meets at Flathead County Public Library, 247 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Flathead County Library Book Club. 257-5793, Main Branch, Flathead County Library, 247 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Meets at Flathead County Library. FVCC Reading Group. 756-3981, Flathead Valley Community College, 777 Grandview Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 756 8381, Museum at Central School, 124 Second Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 751-0353. Meets at Glacier Bank, 8251 Highway 35, Bigfork, MT 59911. Columbia Falls. 212-6292, Columbia Falls Speaks. Meets at Freedom Bank, 530 Ninth Street West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Kalispell. 212-6433. Meets at First Interstate Bank, 2 Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Whitefish - North Valley. 253-7534, P.O. Box 969, Whitefish, MT 59937. Meets at Whitefish Community Center, 121 East Second Street, Whitefish, MT 59937. CLUBS - TECHNOLOGY Flathead Valley Amateur Radio Club. P.O. Box 7156, Kalispell, MT 59904. PC Users Club. 837-5655, 430 Alpine Drive, Bigfork, MT 59911. Meets at Bigfork Corner Cafe. COMMUNITY COALITIONS Citizen Corps of Flathead Valley. 752-7266, 888-720-7266, United Way, Gateway Community Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 31, P.O. Box 7217, Kalispell, MT 59904. Volunteers active in disaster work may register to receive training in disaster preparedness and disaster and community readiness. Coalition For a Healthy Flathead. 751-8260, Health Promotion Services, Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 752-7266, 888-720-7266, United Way, Gateway Community Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 31, P.O. Box 7217, Kalispell, MT 59904. Consortium of voluntary human service agencies that respond in the event of a disaster. Evergreen Community Partners, Inc. 752-3255, 32 Willow Drive, P.O. Box 5572, Kalispell, MT 59903. 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. 751-8107, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 257-4311, 1125 Sunnyside Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Works to maintain and improve Lawrence Park. A community service organization. Hope For The Holidays. 752-7266, 888-720-7266, United Way, Gateway Community Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 31, P.O. Box 7217, Kalispell, MT 59904. 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. 756-6453, P.O. Box 7115, Kalispell, MT 59904. Swan View Coalition. 755-1379, 3165 Foothill Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 752-7266, 888-720-7266, United Way, Gateway Community Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 31, P.O. Box 7217, Kalispell, MT 59904. Resource training for non-profit staff and volunteers. CONSERVATION & ENVIRONMENT Adopt A Highway Program. 751-2000, Area Coordinator, 85 Fifth Avenue East North, P.O. Box 7308, Kalispell, MT 59904. 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.
AERO - Alternative Energy Resources Organization. 406-443-7272, 432 North Last Chance Gulch, Helena, MT 59601. Mission is to create, support, and promote the adoption of an efficient, sustainable energy economy in Montana. American Bird Conservancy. 756-2681, 33 Second Street East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Committed to conserving bird habitat throughout the Americas. American Dream Montana (ADM). 858-2206, 250-5528, P.O. Box 8061, Kalispell, MT 59904. 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. 837-3155, 482 Electric Avenue, Bigfork, MT 59911. Community Foundation For A Better Bigfork. 837-5888, 8155 Highway 35, P.O. Box 486, Bigfork, MT 59911. 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. 756-8993, 35 Fourth Street West, P.O. Box 771, Kalispell, MT 59903. 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. 261-6260, 42 Sutton Place, Kalispell, MT 59901. Conserves, restores and manages wetlands and associated habitats for North America s waterfowl. Environmental Health Services. 751-8130, Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 837-0181, P.O. Box 9173, Kalispell, MT 59904. 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. 240-3453, 655 Timberwolf Parkway, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 892-8155, 919 Elk Park Road, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. 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. 249-9787, P.O. Box 679, Lakeside, MT 59922. A non-profit corporation dedicated to clean water in Flathead Lake. Flathead Lakers. 883-1346, 213 First Street West, #208/210, P.O. Box 70, Polson, MT 59860. Works for clean water, healthy ecosystems and lasting quality of life in the Flathead watershed in northwest Montana. Flathead Land Trust. 752-8293, 33 Second Street East, P.O. Box 1913, Kalispell, MT 59903. 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. 257-5703, P.O. Box 4, Kalispell, MT 59903. 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. 270-9049, 752-3318, P.O. Box 81, Kalispell, Mt 59903. 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. 257-4311, 1125 Sunnyside Drive, Kalispell, MT 59903. Works to maintain and improve Lawrence Park. A community service organization. Friends of the Wild Swan. 886-2011, P.O. Box 103, Bigfork, MT 59911. 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. 892-3250, 402 Ninth Street West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. 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 59903.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). 751-2240, 655 Timberwolf Parkway, Suite 4, Kalispell, MT 59901. Montana Land Reliance. 837-2178, Glacier/Flathead Office, 470 Electric Avenue, P.O. Box 460, Bigfork, MT 59911. 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). 270-7028, 725 Twin Lakes Road, Whitefish, MT 59937. Sponsors monthly educational programs, has started native plant gardens, and sponsored a station at Flathead Forestry Expo. Montana Waterfowl Foundation. 676-5262, P.O. Box 3, Ronan, MT 59864. Goal is to secure protected rest and nesting areas for native waterfowl. Montana Wilderness Association. 730-2006, 249-4408, Flathead-Kootenai Chapter, 750 Second Street West, #A, Whitefish, MT 59937. Works with communities to protect Montana s wilderness, trails, wildlife, quiet beauty and outdoor heritage, now and for future generations. Montana Women in Timber. 892-4141, 1370 Fourth Avenue West North, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Educates the public about the timber industry. Participates in the Family Forestry Expo in Columbia Falls each spring. National Parks Conservation Association. 862-6722, 419 West Spokane Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. The Nature Conservancy. 406-793-5511, 214-6437,, 526 East Front Street, P.O. Box 8316, Missoula, MT 59807. Pheasants Forever - Flathead Valley Chapter. 862-4575, P.O. Box 4268, Whitefish, MT 59937. Invests in the youth of the Valley by providing a shotgun safety program. Rails To Trails of Northwest Montana. 752-5684, P.O. Box 1103, Kalispell, MT 59903. 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. 800-225-5355, 406-523-4500, 5705 Grant Creek Road, P.O. Box 8249, Missoula, MT 59807. 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. 837-4511, P.O. Box 399, Bigfork, MT 59911. A non-profit organization working to protect the Swan Lake ecosystem and the rural character of the area. Swan Ecosystem Center. 406-754-3137, USFS Condon Work Center, 6887 Highway 83, Condon, MT 59826. 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. 260-1198, Flathead Valley Chapter, P.O. Box 638, Kalispell, MT 59903. Mission is to preserve, protect, and restore trout and salmon fisheries and their watersheds. Vital Ground Foundation. 406-549-8650, T-2 Fort Missoula, Missoula, MT 59804. 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. 752-2288, 655 Timberwolf Parkway, Suite 4, Kalispell, MT 59901. Promotes and coordinates the wise use and conservation of Montana s water resources for Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Whitefish Lake Institute. 862-4327, 635 Denver Street, Whitefish, MT 59937. 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). 862-3880, 525 Railway Street, #206, P.O. Box 1895, Whitefish, MT 59937. 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. 752-2575, 575 Sunset Boulevard, Suite 208, Kalispell, MT 59901. Drug Collection / Prescription Medication Disposal Site. 758-5878, 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. 758-5630, 920 South Main, P.O. Box 1516, Kalispell, MT 59903. Flathead County Sheriff s Posse Association. 871-9299, P.O. Box 31, Kalispell, MT 59903. For emergencies, call the Sheriff s Department or 9-1-1. Internal Revenue Service (IRS). 752-6636, 800-829-1040, 275 Corporate Avenue, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 752-6330, 575 Sunset Blvd, Suite 208, Kalispell, MT 59901. Supervises juvenile offenders who have been released from a youth correctional facility. Juvenile Probation/Youth Court Services. 758-5541, 800 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kalispell Police Association. 758-7780, P.O. Box 2451, Kalispell, MT 59903. An organization for sworn police officers. Montana Landlords Association (MLA). 250-0729, 261-9000, Flathead Chapter, 1360 Lake Blaine Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 862-7722, 3949 Highway 40 West, P.O. Box 5584, Whitefish, MT 59937. 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. 751-6080, 248 Third Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Self-Help Law Center. 758-2496, Law Library, 920 South Main Street, Basement, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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). 758-5730, Area IX Agency on Aging, 160 Kelly Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 888-487-0150 (Kalispell), 800-772-1213 (National), 275 Corporate Drive, Suite D, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 752-7273 (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). 752-6565, 800-344-5979, Community Action Partnership of Northwest Montana (CAPNM), 214 Main Street, P.O. Box 8300, Kalispell, MT 59904. 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). 406-443-8590 (Office), 406-443-8590 (Civil Rights Complaints), P.O. Box 1317, Helena, MT 59624. The office does not routinely assist individuals, but focuses resources on cases affecting groups.http://www.aclumontana.org. Better Business Bureau. 509-455-4200, 152 South Jefferson, Suite 200, Spokane, WA 99201. Call to file a complaint against a business or to check out a business or a charity. Citizens Advocate Office. 800-332-2272. State of Montana Governor s Office, P.O. Box 200801, Helena, MT 59620. 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. 800-638-2772. 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. 800-245-4743 (Voice/TDD), 406-449-2344 (Voice/TDD), 1022 Chestnut Street, Helena, MT 59601. Protects and advocates for the human, legal, and civil rights of Montanans with disabilities while advancing dignity, equality, and self-determination.
10 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition Elder Law. 800-332-2272. 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. 800-829-1040, 800-829-4059 (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). 800-762-4618, Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Montana Fair Housing. 800-929-2611, 406-542-2611, 2522 South Third Street West, Missoula, MT 59804. 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. 800-542-0807, 406-444-2884, 1625 Eleventh Avenue, P.O. Box 1728, Helena, MT 59624. Investigates complaints of discrimination. A department of the Montana Department of Labor and Industry. Montana Human Rights Network. 406-442-5506, P.O. Box 1509, Helena, MT 59624. A coalition that works towards democracy for all in Montana. Montana Insurance Commission. 800-332-6148, 406-444-2040, 840 Helena Avenue, Helena, MT 59601. Provides consumer information, annual renewals, filings and taxes. Helps protect against fraud. Montana Law Help. 800-666-6899. Montana Legal Services Hotline. Free civil legal assistance for low income individuals. Montana Lawyer Referral & Information Service. 406-449-6577, 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. 406-443-1110. 2021 Eleventh Avenue, Suite 1, Helena, MT 59601. 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. 800-481-6896, 2225 11th Avenue, P.O. Box 200151, Helena, MT 59620. 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. 406-444-6401, 1625 11th Avenue, P.O. Box 1728, Helena, MT 59624. 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. 800-786-9199, Inventors Assistance Center (IAC), Patent & Trademark, Patent & Trademark Office, Washington, DC 20231. Answers general questions, assists with filling out forms, and has information about rules, procedures, and fees. People s Law Center. 800-406-5567, P.O. Box 5046, Helena, MT 59604. Handles Social Security disability cases (SSI and SSDI). Public Service Commission - State of Montana. 800-646-6150 (Complaints), 406-444-6150, 1701 Prospect Avenue, P.O. Box 202601, Helena, MT 59620. Assists with complaints regarding utility companies. Senior Citizens Advocacy Services. 800-332-2272, 406-444-4077, Senior and Long Term Care Division, State of Montana, 2030 11th Avenue, P.O. Box 4210, Helena, MT 59604. 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. 406-442-7660, 7 West Sixth Avenue, Suite 2B, P.O. Box 577, Helena, MT 59264. Serves the legal needs of judges, attorneys, and the general public by providing reference and research assistance. State Law Library of Montana. 800-710-9827 (Montana Only). Serves the legal needs of judges, attorneys, and the general public by providing reference and research assistance. Taxpayer Advocate Service. 800-829-1040 (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. 800-847-6668. 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. 888-223-6332. Crime victims in Montana have the right to receive, upon request, certain information about the offender. After registering, you will be contacted by phone, email, 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. 406-444-3653, 800-498-6455, Option 6, Office of Victim Services, State of Montana, 2225 Eleventh Avenue, P.O. Box 201410, Helena, MT 59620. 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. 800-201-6308, 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. 800-332-6102 (Customer Service), 406-444-1574 (Claims Assistance), 888-682-7463 (Fraud Hotline). Workers Compensation Benefit Summary. 406-444-6649, P.O. Box 8011, Helena, MT 59604. 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. 888-682-7463. Report possible cases of Workers Compensation fraud in Montana for the Montana State Fund. www.montanalawhelp.org. 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. 752-3413, 275 Corporate Drive, Suite 905, Kalispell, MT 59901. Auerhammer Professional Services. 837-1289, 836 Holt Drive, Suite 321, Bigfork, MT 59911. Tom and Diana Auerhammer. Bartlett Counseling, PC. 257-5046, 234 Second Street West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Brooks, Helen R., LCPC. 257-0470, 40 Second Street East, Suite 204, Kalispell, MT 59901. Bryson Counseling & Consulting. 863-4949, 100 East Second Street, Whitefish, MT 59937. Steven C. Bryson, RNMC. Byrne, Lee Anne, LCSW. 270-0790, 305 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Buttram, John, LPC. 257-5400, 38 East Washington, Suite 4, Kalispell, MT 59901. Cameron-Russell, Sally, LCSW, LAC. 257-6382, 286 Fifth Avenue East North, Kalispell, MT 59901. Care Counseling. 755-5525, 690 North Meridian, Suite 205, Kalispell, MT 59901. Carol L. Winters, MS, CRC. Lost in the Maze? * DOT Approved Substance Abuse Professional for Evaluations and Treatment * Teen and Adult Substance Use Evaluations and Treatment * Your Call is Important * Your Call is Confidential * You will be treated with Courtesy and Respect 406-752-0530 Dickerson Counseling, L.L.C. 245 Main Street, Kalispell www.dickersoncounseling.com
Carlson Child Therapy. 257-0887, 412 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Terri Carlson, LCSW. Colyer, Thomas, T., PhD. 755-7370, 612 Seventh Street East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Crissman, Philip, MA, LCPC. 756-6815, 307 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59903. Crosswinds Counseling & Consulting. 253-1497. Enrichment Ministries. 755-3456, 611 Third Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Ewalt, Kelly, LCPC. 249 9153, 305 First Avenue West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Firefly Healing Arts (Julie Klewatt). 471-6508. Flathead Valley Art Therapy. 212-7576, 723 Fifth Avenue East, Suite 110-C, Kalispell, MT 59901. Flathead Valley Chemical Dependency Clinic. 756-6453, 1312 North Meridian Road, P.O. Box 7115, Kalispell, MT 59904. Garrett, Angie, LCPC, LAC. 6475 Highway 93 South (Mountain Mall), Whitefish, MT 59937. Glacierhaven. 755-5430, 38 Village Loop, Kalispell, MT 59901. Graves-Gill, Jo Ann, MA, LCPC, LAC. 755-6760, 725 Sixth Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Greenberg, Kari, LCPC. 862-0337, 244 Spokane Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. Hayden, Kathleen E., LCSW. 752-2523, 307 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Henderson, Mike. 756-0794, Kalispell, MT 59901. Intermountain Child & Family Services. 755-4022, 322 Second Avenue West, Suite A, Kalispell, MT 59901. Jez, Angela, PSYD. 755-4427. Jobe, Cindie, MA, LCPC, LAC. 756-0302, 1480 Memory Lane, Kalispell, MT 59903. Klemann, Debra, LCPC, LMFT. 257-8555, 185 Commons Loop, Suite C, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kramer, Beth, LCPC. 249-2800, 100 Second Street East, Whitefish, MT 59937. Leander, Tana, LCSW. 837-3970, 443 Osborn Avenue, Suite 110, Bigfork, MT 59911. Lee, Colleen, MPC, LCPC. 885-6397, 359 North Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Lombardi Counseling. 250-0449, 100 Second Street East, Whitefish, MT 59937. Mikkelsen, Lynn. 471-6267, 281 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Mohr, Mary Dana, Counseling. 756-1647, 2302 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Newman Center. 758-5155, 75 Claremont Stsreet, Suite C, Kalispell, MT 59901. Noble Anna. 756-7749. Norrell, Natalie. 756-7638, 1500 Airport Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. North Star Counseling Services. 871-3725, 729 Nucleus Avenue, Suite C, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Troy Wakefield, LCSW. Northwest Family Recovery Program. 862-1112, 309 Wisconsin Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. Norvell, Tamsin, MA, LCPC. 756-8350, 33 Second Street East, Suite 8A, Kalispell, MT 59901. Olson, Paul, PhD. 257-7922. O Neal, Florance, MS. 257-0604, 725 Sixth Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Paxman, Edith (Edy), LCSW. 752-5355, 305 Third Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Piersall, Bob, MSW, LCSW. 755-3134, 725 Sixth Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Power & Compassion Christian Counseling. 253-6427, 359 North Main, Kalispell, MT 59901. Dale and Adi Lee, MA, LCPC. Raven Counseling. 857-3132, 77 Deer Creek Road, Somers, MT 59932. Reifers, Thomas, MS-LPC. 755-3164, 690 North Meridian Road, Suite 217A, Kalispell, MT 59903. Rocky Mountain Counseling. 756-6793, 1507 First Avenue West, Suite B, Kalispell, MT 59901. Saunders, Cary, LCSW, LAC. 755-0652, 230 14th Street East, Kalispell, MT 59904. Scott-Markle, Anne, MA, LCPC. 892-8048, 305 First Avenue West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Senter, Jane, LCPC, LAC. 257-6382, 286 Fifth Avenue East North, Kalispell, MT 59901. Simon-Thomas, Jennifer, PhD. 253-7745, 723 Fifth Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Stevens, Margy, MA, MAT, LCPC. 261-4885. 236 Wisconsin Avenue, P.O. Box 785, Whitefish, MT 59937; KM Building, 40 Second Street East, Suite 203, Kalispell, MT 59901. Stillwater Therapeutic Services. 752-6100, 418 Windward Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Swenson, Jerri L., LCPC. 862-5995, 100 Second Street East (Riverside Plaza), Whitefish, MT 59937. Tesar, Vim, MS, LCPC, LAC, CRC. 752-5211, 22 Second Avenue West, #3100, Kalispell, MT 59901. Therapy Arts Clinic. 755-6200, 355 First Avenue West North, Kalispell, MT 59901. Victor Houser, MD, Myia L. Powers, LCSW, and Karen Skonord, CFNP. Thorman, Sara, MSW, LAC. 862-3898, 333 Baker Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. Trontel, Shawn, ACSW. 752-6850, 33 Second Street East, Kalispell, MT 59901. CULTURAL ARTS - DRAMA, MUSIC & MUSEUMS Academy of the Performing Arts. 755-0139, 11 Meadowlark Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 862-7469 (Box Office), 862-9050 (Business Office), 218 Central Avenue, P.O. Box 1959, Whitefish, MT 59937.http://www.alpinetheatreproject.org 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. 890-5667, Branding Iron Station, #103, 7935 Highway 35 South, Bigfork, MT 59911. Offers programs in Jazz, hip hop, acrobatics, tumbling, pre-ballet, lyrical ballet, tap, pointe, and clogging. Bigfork Museum of Art & History. 837-6927, 525 Electric Avenue, P.O. Box 743, Bigfork, MT 59911. Bigfork Center for Performing Arts. 837-4885, 526 Electric Avenue, P.O. Box 1230, Bigfork, MT 59911. 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 59911. Bigfork Playhouse Children s Theatre. 837-0701, 837-4886, 833 Grand Avenue, P.O. Box 456, Bigfork, MT 59911. Bigfork Summer Playhouse. 837-4886, 526 Electric Avenue, P.O. Box 456, Bigfork, MT 59911. Conrad Mansion Museum. 755-2166, 330 Woodland Avenue, P.O. Box 1041, Kalispell, MT 59903. Guided tours are given May 15 through October 15. Don Lawrence Orchestra. 250-9875, 862-2905, P.O. Box 1482, Whitefish, MT 59937. 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 59901. First Night Flathead. 253-2471, P.O. Box 3121, Kalispell, MT 59903. 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. 837-5435, 8020 Highway 35, Bigfork, MT 59911. Showcases classic and antique cars and trucks and automobile memorabilia. Open June through October. Flathead Valley Blues Society. 471-9926, P.O. Box 5322, Kalispell, MT 59903. Supports Blues music in the Flathead Valley with Blues events and radio interviews. Flathead Valley Community Band. 260-6381, P.O. Box 9871, Kalispell, MT 59904. Traditional concert band that performs throughout the valley in a variety of venues, especially in the summer. Flathead Valley LIVE On Stage (FVLOS). 752-0605, P.O. Box 894, Kalispell, MT 59903. 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 59903. 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. 755-1755, 862-1522, 660 Wishart Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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 59901. FVCC Theatre. 756-3906, 756-3962, 756-3822, Flathead Valley Community College, Arts and Technology Building, 777 Grandview Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Presents a wide line-up of quality productions each season. Auditions are always open to community members. Glacier Art Academy. 257-3801, KM Building, 29 Third Street East, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 756-7031. Lessons; School of Rock, Jazz & Country; concerts. All styles and levels taught. Glacier Symphony & Chorale. 407-7000, 69 North Main Street, P.O. Box 2491, Kalispell, MT 59903. 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. 755-5268, 302 Second Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Contemporary/ historic works by regional, national and international artists. Exhibits change regularly. Includes art education programs for children and adults. Junior Music Academy. 756-6922, 1440 Highway 35 East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Keyboard/piano, note reading, rhythm, singing, guitar, and recorder for ages 4-11. Kalispell Area Music Teachers Association. 844-3432, 257-2676 (Studio), P.O. Box 118, Rollins, MT 59931. Promotes music through various programs and activities. Meetings held at Bethel Baptist Church, 936 Fourth Avenue West, in Kalispell. Miracle of America Museum. 883-6804, 36094 Memory Lane, Polson, MT 59860. Historical museum and pioneer village. Open all year. Montana Highlanders Pipe Band. 314-2568, Montana Highlanders Association, P.O. Box 8771, Kalispell, MT 59904. Performs in parades, concerts, cultural events, fairs, and private functions such as weddings and memorials. Montana Old Time Fiddlers Association. 892-5507, P.O. Box 458, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Bluegrass music and old time fiddling. Able to provide entertainment for events. Museum At Central School. 756-8381, 124 Second Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 406-338-2230, P.O. Box 140, Browning, MT 59417. 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. 862-8074, 432 Spokane Avenue, P.O. Box 4446, Whitefish, MT 59937. 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. 752-8275, 213 Northern Lights Blvd, Kalispell, MT 59901. Everyone welcome. O Shaughnessy Cultural Arts Center. 862-5371, One Central Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. 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. 827-4515, 827-4002, 109 South Madison Street, P.O. Box 774, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. People s Center. 675-0160, 53253 Highway 93 North, P.O. Box 278, Pablo, MT 59855. 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. 883-3049, 708 Main Street, P.O. Box 206, Polson, MT 59860. Preserves the history of the Mission Valley and the Flathead Indian Reservation. Stumptown Art Studio. 862-5929. 145 Central Avenue, P.O. Box 4938, Whitefish, MT 59937. 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. 862-0067, Whitefish Railroad Depot, 500 Depot Street, Suite 101, Whitefish, MT 59937. 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. 257-0145, 2785 Foothills Road, P.O. Box 5410, Kalispell, MT 59903. 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). 862-5371, One Central Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. 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. 755-0139, 11 Meadowlark Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 756-3832, Continuing Education, Flathead Valley Community College, Arts and Technology Building, 777 Grandview Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Learn the waltz, two-step, jitterbug, cha cha, salsa, line dancing and others. Fame Dance & Theatre Arts. 897-2297, 604 Nucleus Avenue, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Fast-n-8ers Square Dance Club. 892-4442, Mailing Address: 631 12th Street West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Dances are held at the Kalispell Senior Center, 403 Second Avenue West, in Kalispell. Visitors welcome. Flatheaders Square Dance Club. 752-4964, 403 Second Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Mailing Address: 139 Nicholson Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Mid-November - Mid-May. Halau Ka Waikahe Lani Malie (Hula School). 755-4434, P.O. Box 10595, Kalispell, MT 59904. Traditional Hula School for language, culture and dance. Kalispell Country Cloggers. 885-2262, 180 Riverside Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. All ages are welcome. Noble Dance. 212-0293, P.O. Box 5024, Kalispell, MT 59903. Ballet instruction for ages 4 and up. Northwest Ballet School & Company. 755-0760, 1411 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition Western Line Dancers. 752-8724, 99 Northern Lights Boulevard, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 862-3453, Whitefish Mountain Mall, Suite 13B, 6475 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT 59937. Offers programs in Jazz, hip hop, acrobatics, tumbling, pre-ballet, lyrical ballet, tap, pointe, and clogging. DENTISTS Alpenglow Dental. 862-3839, 3000 Hospital Way East, Whitefish, MT 59937. Alpine Family Dental. 752-1107, 101 Westview Park Place, Kalispell, MT 59901. Anthony, Leslie B., DMD, PC. 752-8161, 75 Claremont Street, #G, Kalispell, MT 59901. Atchinson, John J., DDS. 862-2753, 401 Baker Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. Bigfork Dental Center, PC. 837-5611, 8289 Highway 35, Bigfork, MT 59911. Gary R. McCrummen, DDS. Blanchard, Heather Neal, DDS, PLLC. 752-2180, 210 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Bowman, Michael C, DDS. 752-8888, 22 Second Avenue West, Suite 3000, Kalispell, MT 59901. The Brace Place. 756-7846, 34 Bruyer Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Buffington, Neil J., DDS. 892-4296, 604 First Avenue, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Bushnell, Benjamin, DDS. 844-3825, 150 Bills Road, Lakeside, MT 59922. Cahoon, Todd W., DDS, MS. 755-4722, 115 Commons Way, Suite 101, Kalispell, MT 59901. Calderwood, Dean W., DDS. 892-2104, Columbia Falls Family Dental Center, 105 Nucleus Avenue, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Clark, Cameron N., DMD. 752-4530, 430 Winward Way, #205, Kalispell, MT 59901. Clayton, Larry, DDS. 837-4806, 100 Village Lane, Bigfork, MT 59911. Colonna, Mark P., DDS, PC. 862-1010, Montana Center for Laser Dentistry, 6516 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT 59937. Columbia Falls Family Dental Center. 892-2104, 105 Nucleus Avenue, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Dean W. Calderwood, DDS, John F. Miller, DDS. Dalen Dental Clinic. 862-4301, 6345 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT 59937. Gary Dalen, DDS, Jeffrey A. Dalen, DDS. Daniels, Eric, DDS. 862-3503, 401 Baker Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. Davis, Ronald V., DDS. 755-6116, 40 Four Mile Drive, Suite 6, Kalispell, MT 59901. Dental Distinctions PC. 755-4166, 50 Village Loop, Kalispell, MT 59901. Tere Nelson, DDS, FAGD. Dickson, Scott S., DMD. 755-3636, 690 North Meridian Road, Suite 106, Kalispell, MT 59901. Dodrill, David M., DDS. 862-1010, Montana Center for Laser Dentistry, 6516 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT 59937.. Eller, Gregory D., DMD. 752-1107, 1874 Highway 93 North, Kalispell, MT 59901. Flathead Community Health Center: Medical & Dental Services. 751-8221, Flathead City- County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Walk-in clinic hours are available for emergency dental needs. Flathead Denture. 892-0700, 734 Ninth Street (Falls Station), Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Flynn, Lorence R., DDS. 752-1336, 1279 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Friess, Robert D., DDS. 892-4348, 211 Fifth Street West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Glacier Centre for Dentistry. 752-8212, 80 Four Mile Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Glacier Dental Group PC. 752-8081, 1228 Whitefish Stage Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. David C. Keim, DDS. Great Northern Dental Care. 257-5696, 160 Heritage Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Ron Jarvis, DDS. Greenery Park Dentistry. 755-6116, 40 Four Mile Drive, Suite 6, Kalispell, MT 59901. Hammer, Wm. Neil, DMD. 755-6680, 140 Fifth Street West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Hoag, James D., DDS. 752-8805, 430 Windward Way, Suite 201, Kalispell, MT 59901. Jarvis, Ron, DDS. 257-5696, 160 Heritage Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Johnson, Stephen P., DDS. 752-1166, 3 Sunset Plaza, Kalispell, MT 59901. Jones Dentistry. 755-7123, 340 West Center Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. David A. Jones, DDS; William J. Jones, DDS. Jones, William J., DDS. 755-7123, 340 West Center Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kalispell Oral Surgery & Implants. 755-6014, 115 Commons Way, Suite 101, Kalispell, MT 59901. David Weber, DDS, MD. Keim, David C., DMD. 752-8081, 1228 Whitefish Stage Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Lakeside Family Dentistry, PC. 844-3825, 150 Bills Road, P.O. Box 302, Lakeside, MT 59922. Ben Bushnell, DDS. Lilly Family Dentistry. 862-8180, 905 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite C, Whitefish, MT 59937. Pamela M. Lilly, DDS, Meagan Lilly-Frank, DDS. Lindemann, Kurt S., DDS, PC. 752-8212, Glacier Centre for Dentistry, 80 Four Mile Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Mason, Charles W., DDS. 752-8686, 34 Bruyer Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Miller, John F., DDS. Columbia Falls Family Dental Center, 105 Nucleus Avenue, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Montana Center for Laser Dentistry. 862-1010, 6516 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT 59937. Dr. Mark Colonna, Dr. David M. Dodrill. Montana First District Dental Society. 752-8212, 80 Four Mile Drive, Suite 13, Kalispell, MT 59901. Morehouse, Douglas A., DDS. 844-3825, 150 Bills Road, P.O. Box 302, Lakeside, MT 59922. Nelson, Peter B., DMD. 752-8302, 795 Sunset Blvd, Kalispell, MT 59901. Pediatric Dentistry.salvat Nelson, Tere, DDS. 755-4166, 50 Village Loop, Kalispell, MT 59901. Newman, Roger K., DDS. 892-2085, 160 Nucleus Avenue, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Pittaway, Thomas, DMD. 755-7117, 124 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Plaza West II Dental Group. 755-7117, 124 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Potthoff, Ronald B., DDS, PC. 755-5280, 755-3182, 195 Commons Loop, Suite A, Kalispell, MT 59901. Price, Erin C., DMD. 837-5611, 8289 Highway 35, Bigfork, MT 59911. Schultz, Denny L., DDS. 755-4766, 720 Second Street East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Scranton, Carol Ann, DDS. 756-9393, 145 Commons Loop, Kalispell, MT 59901. Semrau, David, DDS, Dr. 752-2372, Parkway Family Dental, 221 Parkway Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Small, Connie L., DDS. 755-4127, 1050 North Meridian Road West North, Kalispell, MT 59901. Stebbins, Michael P., DDS, PC. 752-1131, 1860 Highway 93 North, Kalispell, MT 59901. Thurston Orthodontics, PC. 752-3737, 125 Commons Way, #1, Kalispell, MT 59901. Thomas A. Thurston, DMD. Windauer, Robert P., DDS, PC. 752-3560, 75 Claremont Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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 (837-4157), Columbia Falls Senior Center (892-4087), North Valley Hospital (863-3627), and The Summit (751-4500). These classes are also announced in area local newspapers. Child Care Provider Training. 756-1414, 800-204-0644, The Nurturing Center, 146 Third Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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). 885-6089, 777 Grandview Drive, LRC-139, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 758-5204, Flathead National Forest, 650 Wolfpack Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 756-0801, P.O. Box 7661, Kalispell, MT 59904. Information, news, and encouragement for Flathead Home Educators. Helps support lobbying for home education at the capital in Helena. Kalispell Education Association (KEA). 261-0438, 257-2911, 1082 Rocky Meadows Loop, Kalispell, MT 59901. Montana Coalition of Home Educators. 756-0801, P.O. Box 9726, Kalispell, MT 59904. 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. 800-852-2761 (Questions), 2500 Broadway, Helena, MT 59601. 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. 756-3840, Flathead Valley Community College, Arts and Technology Building, 777 Grandview Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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: 892-4391, 130 Sixth Street West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. 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, 863-2410, 892-4391. City Attorney: Justin Breck, 892-4446. City Clerk: Barb Torres, 892-4388. City Judge: Susan Tina Gordon, 892-4340. City Manager: Susan Nicosia, 892-4391. City Parks: 892-4391. City Pool: 892-3500 (Seasonal) City Treasurer: 892-4327. Fire Department: Rick Hagen, 892-3911. Mayor: Don Barnhart, 892-4391. Police Chief: Dave Perry, 892-3234 Public Works Director (Streets / Water / Sewer / Park): 892-4430. Water / Sewer Billing: 892-4392, Deputy Clerk / Utility Billing KALISPELL CITY OFFICIALS City Hall: 758-7701, 201 First Avenue East, P.O. Box 1997 Kalispell, MT 59903. Kalispell City Council: Ward 1: Sandy Carlson, 755-2993, 40 Rockefeller Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Ward 1: Kari Gabriel, 257-4122, 312 Northridge Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Ward 2: Chad Graham, 250-7600, 105 Moes Run, Kalispell, MT 59901. Ward 2: Wayne Saverud, 257-4018, 160 Buffalo Stage, Kalispell, MT 59901. Ward 3: Jim Atkinson, 756-1102, 1237 Fifth Street West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Ward 3: Randy Kenyon, 257-4362, 403 Seventh Avenue West, P.O. Box 3312, Kalispell, MT 59903. Ward 4: Tim Kluesner, 756-5177, 1211 Fifth Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Ward 4: Phil Guiffrida. 309-2018, 1124 Third Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kalispell Community and Government Officials: Please use city address for correspondence with these Community and Elected Officials. Building Department: Jeff Clawson, 758-7730. City Attorney: Charles Harball, 758-7977. City Clerk: Theresa White, 758-7756. City Manager: Doug Russell, 758-7703. Community & Economic Development: 758-7713. Finance Director: Rick Wills, 758-7950. Fire Chief: Dave Dedman, 758-7760. Mayor: Mark Johnson, 253-7467. Municipal Court: 758-7705 Municipal Judge: Judge Lori Adams, 758-7705. Parks & Recreation: 758-7718. Planning Department: Tom Jentz, 758-7940. Police Chief: Roger Nasset, 758-7781. Public Works Department: Susie Turner, 758-7720. WHITEFISH CITY OFFICIALS City Hall: 863-2400, 418 East Second Street, P.O. Box 158, Whitefish, MT 59937. Whitefish City Council: 863-2400 Anderson, John W. 863-9681, P.O. Box 158, Whitefish, MT 59937. Barberis, Pamela. 862-6142, P.O. Box 158, Whitefish, MT 59937. Feury, Andy. 250-4179, P.O. Box 158, Whitefish, MT 59937. Frandsen, Jen. 270-7249, P.O. Box 158, Whitefish, MT 59937. Hildner, Richard. 862-2831, P.O. Box 158, Whitefish, MT 59937. Sweeney, Frank. 863-4848, P.O. Box 158, Whitefish, MT 59937. Whitefish Community and Government Officials:
The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition 13 Please use city address for correspondence with these Community and Elected Officials. City Attorney: Mary VanBuskirk, 863-2445. City Clerk: Necile Lorang, 863-2402. City Manager: Chuck Stearns, 863-2406. Construction/Maintenance Supervisor: J. Barringer, 863-2460. Fire Chief: Tom Kennelly, 863-2491. Mayor: John MuhlFeld, 250-9301. Municipal Court: 863-2440. Parks & Recreation Director: Karl Cozad, 863-2471. Planning & Building Director: David Taylor, 863-2410. Police Chief: Bill Dial, 863-2422. Public Works Director: John Wilson, 863-2460. Water/Sewer Department: Rose Elliott, 863-2456, 863-2457. FLATHEAD COUNTY OFFICIALS Flathead County Mailing Address: 800 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. There is no phone number for Information. Flathead County Commissioners: Flathead County Commissioners Office: 758-5503, 800 South Main Street, Room 302, Kalispell, MT 59901. County Commissioner: Cal Scott, District #1, 758-5503. County Commissioner: Pam Holmquist, District #2, 758-5503. County Commissioner: Gary Krueger, District #3, 758-5503. Flathead County Community and Government Officials: Flathead District Court Offices: 758-5660, 920 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. 4-H: Tammy walker, 758-5553. Agriculture & Community Development Agent. Pat McGlynn, 758-5553. Area IX Agency on Aging: Lisa Shepherd, 758-5730. Animal Control: Cliff Bennett, 752-1310. Clerk of Court: Peg Allison,758-5660. Clerk & Recorder: Paula Robinson, 758-5526. Computer Services: Vicki Saxby, 758-5564. County Administrator: Mike Pence, 758-5505. County Attorney: Ed Corrigan, 758-5630. County Auditor: Paula Robinson, 758-5524. County Extension Agents: Pat McGlynn, 758-5553. Disaster & Emergency Services: Elizabeth Brooks, 758-2114. District Court Judge: Heidi Ulbricht, 758-5906. District Court Judge: Ted Lympus, 758-5906. District Court Judge: Bob Allison, 758-5906. District Court Judge: David M. Ortley, 758-5906. Eagle Transit: 758-2428. Fairgrounds: Mark Campbell, 758-5810. Flathead City-County Health Dept: Joe Russell, 751-8101. Flathead County Administrator: Mike Pence, 758-5505. Flathead County Family Court Services: Jolie Fish, 758-5724. Justice Court: Mark R. Sullivan, Daniel R. Wilson, 758-5643. Justice of the Peace: Mark R. Sullivan, Daniel R. Wilson, 758-5643. Juvenile Detention Center: Laurie Rebuck, 758-5550 Library: Kim Crowley, 758-5820. Maintenance: Jed Fisher, 758-5798. Office of Emergency Services: Elizabeth Brooks. Parks & Recreation: Jed Fisher, 758-5800. Planning & Zoning Office: B.J. Grieve, 751-8200. Roads & Bridges: Dave Prunty, 758-5790. RSVP (Retired & Senior Volunteer Program): Sue Holst, 758-5712. Sheriff/Coroner: Chuck Curry, 758-5585. Solid Waste: David Prunty, 758-5910. Superintendent of Schools: Marcia Sheffels, 758-5720. Treasurer: Adele Krantz, 758-5688. Weed Control District: Jed Fisher, 758-5798. Youth Court Services: Nick Nyman, 758-5541. MONTANA LEGISLATURE Legislative Services Division. 406-444-3064, State Capitol, 1301 East Sixth Avenue, Room 110, P.O. Box 201706, Helena, MT 59620. Provides access to timely information concerning the Montana Legislature and the workings of the Montana Legislative Branch. Website address is: www.leg.mt.gov MONTANA STATE REPRESENTATIVES State Representative. Gerald Bennett, HD #1, Republican, 293-7012, 784 Taylor Road, Libby, MT 59923. State Representative. Mark W. Blasdel HD #10, Republican, 261-3269, P.O. Box 291, Somers, MT 59932. State Representative. Randy Brodehl, HD #7, Republican, 751-1612, 16 White Bark, Kalispell, MT 59901. State Representative. Forrestina (Frosty) Calf Boss Ribs, HD #15, Democrat, 338-2086, P.O. Box 20, Heart Butte, MT 59448. State Representative. Mike Cuffe, HD #2, Republican, 293-1247, P.O. Box 1685, Eureka, MT 59917. State Representative. Carl Glimm, HD #6, Republican, 751-7334, 5107 Ashley Road, Kila, MT 59920. State Representative. Greg Hertz, HD #11, Republican, 253-9505, 38258 Pinewood Drive, Polson, MT 59860. State Representative. Pat Ingraham HD #13, Republican, 827-4652, P.O. Box 1151, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. State Representative. Steve Lavin, HD #8, Republican, 212-3820, P.O. Box 11241, Kalispell, MT 59904. State Representative. Ed Lieser, HD #4, Democrat, 471-2082, 1355 Lion Mountain Drive, Whitefish, MT 59937. State Representative. Jerry O Neil, HD #3, Republican, 892-7602, 985 Walsh Road, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. State Representative. Keith Regier, HD #5, Republican, 756-6141, 1078 Stillwater Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. State Representative. Scott Reichner, HD #9, Republican, 837-3929, 78 Redtail Ridge, Bigfork, MT 59911. State Representative. Daniel Salomon, HD #12, Republican, 675-0150, 42470 Salomon Road, Ronan, MT 59864. State Representative. Nicholas Schwaderer, HD #14, Republican, 493-7835, P.O. Box 370, Superior, MT 59872. MONTANA STATE SENATORS State Senator. Dee Brown, SD #2, Republican, 387-9393, P.O. Box 444, Hungry Horse, MT 59919. State Senator. Jennifer Fielder, SD #7, Republican, P.O. Box 2558, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. State Senator. Verdell Jackson, SD #5, Republican, 756-8344, 555 Wagner Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. State Senator: Janna Taylor, SD #6, Republican, 253-8766, P.O. Box 233, Dayton, MT 59914. State Senator. Jon Sonju, SD #4, Republican, 270-7113, P.O. Box 2954, Kalispell, MT 59903. State Senator. Bruce Tutvedt, SD #3, Republican, 257-9732, 2335 West Valley Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. State Senator. Chas Vincent, SD #1, Republican, 293-1575, 34 Paul Bunyan Lane, Libby, MT 59923. UNITED STATES CONGRESS U.S. Representative. Steve Daines, Republican. Missoula Office: 406-926-2122, 110 West Front Street, Missoula, MT 59802. Washington, DC, Office: 202-225-3211, 206 Cannon House Office Building, Washington, DC, 20515. U.S. Senator. Max Baucus, Democrat. Kalispell Office: 756-1150, 8 Third Street East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Missoula Office: 406-329-3123, 280 East Front Street, Suite 100, Missoula, MT 59802. Washington, DC, Office: 800-332-6106 (Montana Only), 202-224-1998 (TDD), 511 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, DC, 20510. U.S. Senator. Jon Tester, Democrat. Kalispell Office: 257-3360, 14 Third Street East, Suite 230, Kalispell, MT 59901. Missoula Office: 406-728-3003, 130 West Front Street, Missoula, MT 59802. Washington, DC, Office: 866-554-4403 (Montana Only), 706 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, DC, 20510. 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. 249-1780, 650 Fifth Avenue West North, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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 752-9797 for emergencies only; 752-1733 for non-emergencies; 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Big Mountain Fire & EMS. 862-3748, 3790 Big Mountain Road, Whitefish, MT 59937. Bigfork Fire & EMS. 837-4590, 810 Grand Drive, Bigfork, MT 59911. Coram/West Glacier Fire & EMS. 387-5100, P.O. Box 163, West Glacier, MT 59936. Eureka Volunteer Ambulance Service. 297-3318, P.O. Box 736, Eureka, MT 59917. Kalispell Ambulance. 758-7760. 312 First Avenue East, P.O. Box 1997, Kalispell, MT 59903. Lakeside QRU & Ambulance. 844-2775, 201 Bills Road, P.O. Box 911, Lakeside, MT 59922. Libby Volunteer Ambulance. 293-5582, P.O. Box 777, Libby, MT 59923. Marion Fire Department & Ambulance. 854-2828, 180 Gopher Lane, P.O. Box 939, Marion, MT 59925. Olney Ambulance. P.O. Box 7, Olney, MT 59927. Polson Ambulance. 883-5778, 904 Second Street East, P.O. Box 838, Polson, MT 59860. Three Rivers EMS. 892-4244, 31 Seventh Street West, P.O. Box 1411, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. 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: 406-752-6100 Insurance, Medicaid & Healthy Montana Kids Program Mastercard & Visa Welcome
14 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition West Valley Volunteer Fire & Rescue. 253-0207, 2412 Farm to Market Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Whitefish Ambulance. 863-2483, 863-2481, 275 Flathead Avenue, P.O. Box 158, Whitefish, MT 59937. EMERGENCY RESCUE SERVICES & RESOURCES Dial 911 in case of emergency. Non-emergency numbers are listed by department. Blacktail Mountain Ski Patrol. 844-0999, 13990 Blacktail Mountain Road, P.O. Box 1090, Lakeside, MT 59922. Seasonal; emergency services available to Blacktail Mountain ski patrons. Can-Am Search and Rescue. P.O., Box 161, Eureka, MT 59917. Dispatched through the Lincoln County Sheriff s Department, 297-2121. Civil Air Patrol. 756-0037, 877-529-5538, Flathead Composite Squadron Montana Civil Air Patrol, National Guard Armory, 2989 Highway 93 North, P.O. Box 1982, Kalispell, MT 59903. Operates as the all-volunteer civilian auxiliary of the U.S. Air Force. Offers the Civil Air Cadet Program for ages 12-21 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. 293-4112, 512 California Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Dispatched through the Lincoln County Sheriff s Department. Flathead Avalanche Center (FAC). 406-257-8402 (Advisory Hotline), 406-758-5208 (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. 758-5558, 625 Timberwolf Parkway, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 752-8605 (Message), 920 South Main, P.O. Box 358, Kalispell, MT 59903. Flathead Nordic Ski Patrol. P.O. Box 443, Whitefish, MT 59937. Lake County Search and Rescue. 883-7301, 106 Fourth Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. Lifeline Phone System. 752-6111, 800-525-5982, Kalispell Medical Equipment, 55 Third Avenue East North, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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). 406-730-2756, P.O. Box 790, Whitefish, MT 59937. 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 59912. Poison Hotline. 800-222-1222. 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 59911. Whitefish Mountain Resort Ski Patrol. P.O. Box 1400, Whitefish, MT 59937. 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. 892-3145, P.O. Box 1428, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Big Mountain Fire & EMS. 862-3748, 3790 Big Mountain Road, Whitefish, MT 59937. The Big Mountain Firefighters Association works to collect funds to support the Big Mountain Fire District. Bigfork Volunteer Fire & EMS. 837-4590, Fire Hall, 810 Grand Drive, Bigfork, MT 59911. Blankenship Fire Department. 4520 Blankenship Road, Hungry Horse, MT 59919. Mailing address: P.O. Box 2377, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Columbia Falls City/Rural Fire Department. 892-3911, 892-3234 (after hours & holidays), 624 First Avenue West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Mailing Address: City Hall, 130 Sixth Street West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. The Columbia Falls Fire Fighters Association helps support the fire department. Coram/West Glacier Volunteer Fire Department. P.O. Box 162, West Glacier, MT 59936. Creston Volunteer Fire Department. 4498 Highway 35, Kalispell, MT 59901. Evergreen Volunteer Fire Department. 752-4636, 2236 Highway 2 East, P.O. Box 5008, Kalispell, MT 59903. Ferndale Fire Department. 100 Ferndale Drive, Bigfork, MT 59911. Glacier Airport Fire Department. 257-5995, 4170 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Hungry Horse Volunteer Fire Department. P.O. Box 190220, Hungry Horse, MT 59919. Kalispell Fire Department. 758-7760, 312 First Avenue East, P.O. Box 1997, Kalispell, MT 59903. Marion Fire Department & Ambulance. 854-2828, 180 Gopher Lane, P.O. Box 939, Marion, MT 59925. Martin City Rural Fire Department. P.O. Box 260326, Martin City, MT 59926. Olney Fire Department & Ambulance. 11 Olney Loop Road, Olney, MT 59927. Smith Valley Fire Department. 3496 Highway 2 West, Kalispell, MT 59903. Somers/Lakeside Volunteer Fire Department. 250-8225, P.O. Box 187, Somers, MT 59932. The Somers/Lakeside Volunteer Firefighters Association works to collect funds to support the fire department South Kalispell Volunteer Fire Department. 257-2282, 1255 Willow Glen Drive, P.O. Box 621, Kalispell, MT 59903. Swan Lake Volunteer Fire Department. 886-2039, 22770 Highway 83, Swan Lake, MT 59911. West Valley Volunteer Fire & Rescue. 2490 Farm to Market Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Whitefish City Fire Department. 863-2483, 275 Flathead Avenue, P.O. Box 158, Whitefish, MT 59937. LAW ENFORCEMENT Dial 911 emergency only. Non-emergency numbers listed below. Columbia Falls Police Department. 892-3234, 130 Sixth Street West, Room A, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. CrimeStoppers. 752-TIPS (8477). Seeks information from the general public that will help in solving crimes. Customs & Border Protection (CBP) - Border Patrol. 862-2561, Whitefish Station, 1335 Highway 93 West, Whitefish, MT 59937. 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. 257-7034. Fish, Wildlife & Parks Department (Region 1). No 9-1-1 service, 752-5501, 490 North Meridian Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Flathead County Sheriff s Department. 758-5585, 920 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Mailing Address: 800 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Flathead County Sheriff s Reserves Unit. 758-5585, 758-5570, 920 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Mailing address 800 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Homeland Security Investigations (HSI). 755-2824, 800-973-2667 (After Hours), 2 Main Street, Suite 206, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 758-7780. 312 First Avenue East, P.O. Box 1997, Kalispell, MT 59903. Lake County Sheriff s Department. 883-7301, 106 Fourth Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. Montana Highway Patrol. 800-525-5555 (Accident Reporting Only), 755-6688 (District 6 Office), 121 Financial Drive, Suite D, Kalispell, MT 59901. The District 6 Office covers Flathead, Lake, and Lincoln Counties. Whitefish Police Department. 863-2420, 275 Flathead Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING RESOURCES ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) Assessments. 257-0048, 800-995-0029, Summit Independent Living Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 35, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 800-949-4232 (Voice/TTY), DBTach Rocky Mountain ADA Center, 3630 Sinton Road, #103, Colorado Springs, CO 80907. Provides information on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to individuals and organizations. Blind and Low Vision Services. 888-279-7528, 406-329-5400 Voice/TTY, 2675 Palmer Street, Suite A, Missoula, MT 59808. 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. 249-4966, 150 River Road, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. 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). 756-3880, 800-313-3822, Flathead Valley Community College, Learning Resource Center Building LRC Room 130, 777 Grandview Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 755-7656 Ext 225, 66 Fourth Avenue West North, P.O. Box 1916, Kalispell, MT 59903. Community-based vocational services for people with disabilities. Services include community job placement, vocational evaluations, and job coaching. Child Care Provider Services. 756-1414, The Nurturing Center, 146 Third Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 758-5454, 800-344-5979, Community Action Partnership of Northwest Montana (CAPNM), 214 Main Street, Kalispell, P.O. Box 8300, MT 59904. 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. 406-761-4821, 1601 Second Avenue North, #232, Great Falls, MT 599401. 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. 755-7656, 800-757-1204, 66 Fourth Avenue West North, P.O. Box 1916, Kalispell, MT 59903. Provides a variety of services to people with developmental disabilities. Operates thrift stores in Kalispell, Columbia Falls, and Whitefish. Flathead Job Service. 758-6200, 758-6296 TTY, 427 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 756-3832, 800-313-3822, Flathead Valley Community College, Arts and Technology Building, 777 Grandview Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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). 758-6200, Flathead Job Service, 427 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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 16-18. Kicking Horse Job Corps Center. 406-644-2217, 800-733-JOBS (Information), 33091 Mollman Pass Trail, Ronan, MT 59864. A comprehensive no-cost career technical training program for all those aged 16-24. 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. 257-1336, Western Montana Mental Health Center, 410 Windward Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. A community support program for people who are seriously mentally ill offering vocational and volunteer opportunities. Literacy Volunteers. 257-7323, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 30, P.O. Box 3234, Kalispell, MT 59903. 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. 406-444-3998, Montana Department of Labor & Industry, Workforce Services Division, 1315 Lockey Avenue, P.O. Box 1728, Helena, MT 59624. 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. 751-4508, The Summit Medical Fitness Center, 205 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 751-5900, 121 Financial Drive, Suite A, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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.
Summit Independent Living Center. 257-0048, 800-995-0029, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 35, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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). 758-6200, Flathead Job Service, 427 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 758-5900, Field Representative, 121 Financial Drive, Suite G, Kalispell, MT 59901. Helps employers with quarterly unemployment insurance tax. Able to answer most questions for employers. Unemployment Insurance For You (UI4U). 406-444-2545 (Claims Processing), Montana Department of Labor and Industry, P.O. Box 8020, Helena, MT 59604. 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. 752-7266, 888-720-7266, United Way, Gateway Community Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 31, P.O. Box 7217, Kalispell, MT 59904. Volunteer placement services for teens and adults looking for volunteer opportunities. Eight one-day community service days. Veterans Employment Services. 758-6240, 758-6264, Flathead Job Service, 427 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Helps veterans secure employment and training. Refers veterans to other agencies for supportive services. Vocational Rehabilitation Services. 751-5940 (Voice/TTY), 121 Financial Drive, Suite B, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 752-7266, 888-720-7266, United Way, Gateway Community Center, Suite 31, P.O. Box 7217, Kalispell, MT 59904. 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. 758-6200, Flathead Job Service, 427 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 758-6200, Flathead Job Service, 427 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 758-6200, Flathead Job Service, 427 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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 14-21 who meet program guidelines. Work Experience: Provides students with opportunities to investigate their career interests and gain work skills and experience. Kalispell. 751-3661, Flathead High School, 644 Fourth Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kalispell. 758-8634, Glacier High School, 375 Wolfpack Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Work Incentives Planning and Assistance. 257-0048, 800-995-0029, Summit Independent Living Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 35, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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). 758-5454, 800-344-5979, Community Action Partnership of Northwest Montana (CAPNM), 214 Main Street, P.O. Box 8300, Kalispell, MT 59904. 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. 751-4507, The Summit Medical Fitness Center, 205 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 877-862-8382, 889-3969, 261-7187, 12676 Pinkham Creek, Rexford, MT 59930. Base camp at 12676 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. 257-1316, P.O. Box 1305, Kalispell, MT 59903. Whitefish. 862-8809, P.O. Box 4094, Whitefish, MT 59937. Habitat For Humanity of Flathead Valley. 257-8800, 307 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 257-5700, 1281 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 257-9694, 445 South Main Street, #206, Kalispell, MT 59901. People from different denominations that pray for people. Lighthouse Christian Home. 857-3276, 384 North Somers Road, P.O. Box 8931, Kalispell, MT 59904. 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. 270-3822. 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 2014. Mission Builders International. 844-2683, 866-844-2683, P.O. Box 406, Lakeside, MT 59922. 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. 250-8544, 800-949-MOMS, 389 North Somers Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Prayer group for mothers and grandmothers of school-age children.http://www.momsintouch.org Neighbors in Need. 752-8181, 800-332-8425, P.O. Box 8721, Kalispell, MT 59904. 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 1035 1st Ave West Kalispell Administration... 751-8101 Environmental Health... 751-8130 Family Planning... 751-8150 Community Health Services... 751-8110 Women Infants & Children... 751-8170 Flathead Community Health Center... 751-8113 Health Promotion... 751-8101 Home Health... 751-6800 Animal Shelter... 752-1310 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: 1035 1st Avenue West, Kalispell Hours of Operation: Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri 8-5pm, Thur 8-6pm 751-8113 www.flatheadhealth.org
16 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition Serious JuJu Skateworks. 270-4587, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 260-3502, Christ Lutheran Church, 5150 Riverlakes Parkway, Whitefish, MT 59937. 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. 270-6369, P.O. Box 4473, Kalispell, MT 59903. A non-denominational outreach ministry for junior high and senior high kids of the Flathead Valley. YWAM Lakeside (Youth With a Mission). 844-2221, 501 Blacktail Road, Lakeside, MT 59922. YWAM Lakeside is a ministry of YWAM International. FITNESS & HEALTH Bigfork Athletic Club (Montana Athletic Club). 837-2582, 850 Holt Drive, Bigfork, MT 59911. Curves For Women. 257-2878, 200 East Idaho Street, Suite A, Kalispell, MT 59901. Exhale Pilates Studio. 862-6488, 126 Central Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. FITEX 24. 837-3489, 811 Highway 35, Bigfork, MT 59911. Flathead Gymnastics Academy. 752-4000, 153 Seventh Avenue West North, Kalispell, MT 59901. Flathead Health & Fitness. 752-2438, 300 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Flathead Performance Training Center. 862-8250, 2006 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT 59937. Flathead Hot Yoga (Mandala Montana). 752-0799, 203 Business Center Loop, Suite B, Kalispell, MT 59901. Iron Fitness. 892-4766, 734 Ninth Street West, #8, P.O. Box 183, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Kalispell Athletic Club. 752-2880, 770 West Reserve Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Lakeside Gym. 844-2496, 100 Bierney Creek Road, Lakeside, MT 59922. Montana Athletic Club. 837-2582, 850 Holt Drive, Bigfork, MT 59911. MOST (Manual Orthopedic Sports Therapy). 862-2348, 576 Spokane, Whitefish, MT 59937. Mountain Physical Therapy & Fitness. 257-3424, 2593 Highway 2 East, Suite 6, Kalispell, MT 59901. Next Level Fitness. 862-8955, Mountain Mall, 6475 Highway 93, Whitefish, MT 59937. North Valley Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation. 892-2777, 235 Nucleus Avenue, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. The Summit Medical Fitness Center. 751-4100, 205 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. A family-friendly fitness and wellness facility for members of all ages and abilities. The Wave. 862-2444, 1250 Baker Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. Aquatic and fitness center. Two Rivers Aikido. 471-4812, 220 First Avenue East, P.O. Box 10462, Kalispell, MT 59904. Valley Fitness for Women. 752-2639, 2141 Highway 2 East, #400, Kalispell, MT 59901. Whitefish Dance & Acrobat Studio. 862-3453, Whitefish Mountain Mall, 6475 Highway 93, Suite 13B, Whitefish, MT 59937. MARTIAL ARTS INSTRUCTION Aikido Kenkyu Dantai. 257-4774, 109 Cooperative Way, #109, Kalispell, MT 59901. American Karate Academy. 862-7722, 3949 Highway 40 West, P.O. Box 5584, Whitefish, MT 59937. Big Sky Martial Arts. 755-8555, 305 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Christian Jujitsu Association. 257-3245, P.O. Box 7174, Kalispell, MT 59904. International Shotokan Karate Federation of Montana. 755-4753, 1500 Airport Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. JBJ Dojo Karate & Tai Chi. 755-3656, 2449 Highway 2 West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Rocky Mountain Kung Fu School. 755-2597, Kalispell, MT 59901. Sawbuck Do Jang, The. 862-8288, 22 Spokane Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. GRANGES Montana State Grange. 756-7221, 815 Sherman Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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 #109. 752-3626, Mailing Address: 105 Wakewood Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Also available for hall rentals. Located at 35 Creston Road in Creston. Pamona Grange #2. 756-7221, Mailing Address: 815 Sherman Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Smith Valley Grange #130. 756-7221, Mailing Address: 815 Sherman Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Located on Highway 2, five miles west of Kalispell. HEALTH CARE RESOURCES A Plus Health Care. 406-755-4968, 877-755-4968, 1310 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Offers: Personal Care, Self-Directed Care, Private Care, Medical Staffing. Serves Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, Sanders, and Glacier counties. Action on Smoking and Health (ASH). 202-659-4310, 701 Fourth Street North West, Washington, DC 20001. A national tobacco control and nonsmokers rights organization. Addiction Treatment: Flathead Valley Chemical Dependency Clinic. 756-6453, 1312 North Meridian Road, P.O. Box 7115, Kalispell, MT 59904. Community based outpatient substance abuse treatment and prevention services. Pathways Treatment Center. 756-3950, 800-752-3950, 200 Heritage Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides acute inpatient services for Northwest Montana clients who have mental health and/or substance abuse issues. Rimrock Foundation. 800-227-3953, 1231 North 29th Street, Billings, MT 59101. For adults and adolescents. No referrals needed. Shodair Children s Hospital. 800-447-6614, 2755 Colonial Drive, P.O. Box 5539, Helena, MT 59604. Addus HealthCare. 257-1101, 866-349-1101, 2210 Highway 2 East, P.O. Box 9316, Kalispell, MT 59904. Provides personal assistance services in Northwestern Montana. AGAPE Home Care. 755-4633, 40 Appleway Drive, P.O. Box 10097, Kalispell, MT 59904. Provides the Flathead Valley with non-medical services for the elderly, disabled or those recovering from illness and accidents. Alzheimer s Association - Montana Chapter. 800-272-3900 (National Helpline), 406-252-3053, 3010 Eleventh Avenue North, Billings, MT 59101. Helpline available 24 hours a day / 7 days a week. Alzheimer s 24/7 Helpline. 800-272-3900, 866-403-3073 (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. 837-5041, Lake View Care Center, 1050 Grand Avenue, Bigfork, MT 59911. Columbia Falls. 892-3256 Ext 261, Montana Veterans Home, 400 Veterans Drive, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Kalispell. 752-9622. Meets at Buffalo Hill Terrace (Immanuel Lutheran Corporation), 185 Crest line Avenue, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kalispell. 755-4483, Renaissance Assisted Living, 645 Liberty Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. American Diabetes Association - Montana. 800-676-4065 Ext 7014, 1627 West Main Street, #295, Bozeman, MT 59715. American Heart & Stroke Association. 800-592-7821, 509-536-1500, 320-B East Main Street, Missoula, MT 59802. 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, 800-586-4872. The Call Center offers answers to questions about Lung Cancer, Asthma, Allergies, Emphysema, Smoking Cessation, and Environmental Health. American Red Cross. 756-8441, 126 North Meridian Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. American Red Cross of Montana. 800-272-6668 (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. 888-426-2643, 310-390-2958, 3161 Donald Douglas Loop South, Santa Monica, CA 90405. 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. 406-203-3020, 888-391-9389 (Toll Free), 337 Stephens Avenue, Missoula, MT 59801. Offers information, events, research funding, advocacy activities and other vital programs and services. Big Sky IV Care. 752-0440, 20 Four Mile Drive, Suite 3, Kalispell, MT 59901. Pharmacy and nursing for IV therapies: cancer, antibiotics, tube feedings. Body Balance Disordered Eating Program. 751-6728 (Summit Dietician), 212-0478 (Hope Line: completely confidential), The Summit Medical Fitness Center, 205 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 752-1745, Kalispell Regional Healthcare, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Education about nutrition and weaning, individual assistance provided. Free class meets weekly. Brendan House. 751-6500, 350 Conway Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 863-9300, 5938 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT 59937. Children s Special Health Services (CSHS). 800-762-9891 (Parent s Toll Free Number), P.O. Box 202951, Helena, MT 59620. 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. 257-5700, 1281 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 755-4030, 95 Indian Trail Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 260-4455, Montana Midwives Cooperative, 1320 Second Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides affordable, holistic, and comprehensive care to women in all stages of life, especially the child-bearing years. Offers a free consultation. Community Health. 863-3513, North Valley Hospital, 1600 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT 59937. Offers community education training in CPR and First Aid. Community Health Services. 751-8110, Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 888-449-9670. 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. 756-5565, 135 Commons Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Diabetes Care & Prevention Center. 751-5454, Kalispell Regional Medical Center, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides outpatient clinical and educational services to teach adults, children, and adolescents how to manage their diabetes. Dino-Sore Sick Child Care Program. 756-9551, 66 Claremont Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 800-662-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. 751-8130, Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 897-1017, 240 Hidden Meadow Lane, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Assisted living that offers specialized care for those with Alzheimers and other related dementias. Family Planning. 751-8150, Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901 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. 751-8009, 210 Sunnyview Lane, Suite 101, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 751-8100, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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). 751-8113 (Medical), 751-8221 (Dental), Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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.
Flathead County Home Health. 751-6800, 736 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 862-8146, Whitefish Winter Classic, P.O. Box 21, Whitefish, MT 59937. 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. 755-4923, 29 Second Street East, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 800-227-3953, Rimrock Foundation, 1231 North 29th Street, Billings, MT 59101. Gambling Problems - Seeking Help. 888-900-9979. Toll free, 24 hours. Glacier Maternity. 752-8180, 195 Commons Loop Road, Suite D, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 751-8150, Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Separate workshops for parents and their sons aged 9-13 or parents and their daughters aged 9-13. Designed to enhance communication re: puberty and adolescence. Health Promotion. 751-8101, Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 751-7500, 320 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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 (751-7533), The Surgery Center (751-7550), The Women s Center (751-7533), and The Montana Center for Wellness and Pain Management (756-8488). 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. 751-4500, The Summit Medical Fitness Center, 205 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Promotes self advocacy and a healthy lifestyle not only at home, but in the workplace and our community. Healthy Mothers/Healthy Babies. 406-449-8611, 400 North Park Street, Helena, MT 59601. 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. 919-361-8488 (National). Not a toll free number. HIV Services. 751-8150, Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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). 751-8224, Flathead City- County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 800-762-4618, State of Montana. Home Health Services: A Plus Health Care. 755-4968, 877-755-4968. 1310 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Serves Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, Sanders, and Glacier counties. Addus HealthCare. 257-1101, 866-349-1101, 2210 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Serves Northwestern Montana. Flathead County Home Health. 751-6800, 736 South Main, Kalispell, MT 59901. KRH Home Options. 751-4200 (Flathead/Lincoln counties), 676-7300 (Lake County), 430 Windward Way, Suite 101, Kalispell, MT 59901. Loyal Care In-Home Assistance. 752-0146, 702 East Idaho Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Hospice Services: Brendan House Skilled Nursing Facility. 751-6500, 350 Conway Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Frontier Hospice. 755-4923, 29 Second Street East, Kalispell, MT 59901. KRH Home Options Hospice. 751-4200 (Flathead/Lincoln counties), 676-7300 (Lake County), 430 Windward Way, Suite 101, Kalispell, MT 59901. Wel-Life at Kalispell. 756-8688, 156 Three Mile Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Honey Suckle Rose. 257-3710, 885-3083. In-home caregiver. Imagine Health Wellness and Wisdom Center. 892-4406, 305 First Avenue West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Offers counseling, massage, yoga, Tai Chi, dance, acupuncture, cranio-sacral therapy, workshops, expressive healing arts, and reflexology. Immanuel Lutheran Communities. 752-9622, 185 Crestline Avenue, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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). 800-533-CURE (2873), 26 Broadway, 14th Floor, New York, NY 10004. Kalispell Regional Healthcare (KRH). 752-5111, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. A regional acute care hospital and referral center offering advanced health services and medical technology. Kalispell Regional Healthcare Outreach Service. 752-1724, 310 Sunnyview Lane. Supports and serves neighboring communities beyond the Flathead Valley where specialty services are not available. KRH Home Options. 751-4200 (Flathead County), 676-7300 (Lake County), 751-4200 (Lincoln County), 430 Windward Way, Suite 101, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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 (260-4455), 1320 Second Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Life After Loss. 863-3535, North Valley Professional Building, 711 13th Street East, Whitefish, MT 599397. 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. 877-275-5269, 2307 Stephens Avenue, Unit B, Missoula, MT 59801. 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. 260-8268, P.O. Box 3193, Kalispell, MT 59903. 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. 752-0146, 702 East Idaho Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Nonmedical home care services for the injured, ill and elderly as well as respite relief for primary caregivers. Lupus Information. 270-5439. Provides one-on-one information and support for those coping with lupus. March of Dimes. 800-597-7116 (Montana Only), 807 Grand Avenue, Billings, MT 59102. Mission is to prevent birth defects & infant deaths through education, advocacy, community service programs and research. Maternal Child Health Program. 751-8110, Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 800-447-6614, Shodair Children s Hospital, 2755 Colonial Drive, P.O. Box 5539, Helena, MT 59604. 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 59901. Medical Equipment & Supplies: Community Home Oxygen. 752-4818, 327 Parkway, Kalispell, MT 59901. Evergreen Pharmacy. 257-2083, 2141 Highway 2 East, #300, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kalispell Medical Equipment. 752-6111, 800-525-5982, 55 Third Avenue East North, Ka lispell, MT 59901. 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. 752-4804, 800-458-0095 (Montana Only), 2555 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Montana Health Improvement Program. 751-8250, 1108 South Main, Kalispell, MT 59901. For Medicaid and HMK Plus patients with chronic illnesses or risks of developing serious health conditions. Montana Lions Sight & Hearing Foundation. 406-346-1488, P.O. Box 1266, Forsyth, MT 59327. 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. 260-4455, 1320 Second Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 406-252-9500, Greater Northwest Chapter, 2047 Broadwater Avenue, #2, Billings, MT 59102. Muscular Dystrophy Association. 406-655-9000,, 2132 Broadwater Avenue, Suite A, Billings, MT 59102. National Headache Foundation. 888-643-5552, 820 North Orleans, Suite 411, Chicago, IL 60610. 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 # 406-755-4968 kalispell@aplushc.com 1310 South Main Street Kalispell, MT 59901
18 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition National Health Information Center (NHIC). 240-453-8280. 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. 752-5170, Neurosciene & Spine Institute, 200 Commons Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 751-4520, 205 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 871-3767. Meets at The Summit Medical Fitness Center, 205 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Passport to Health. 800-362-8312, P.O. Box 254, Helena, MT 59624. 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. 755-4968, 877-755-4968. 1310 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Serves Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, Sanders, and Glacier counties. Addus HealthCare. 257-1101, 866-349-1101, P.O. Box 9316, Kalispell, MT 59904. Provides personal assistance services in Northwestern Montana. Agape Home Care. 755-4633, P.O. Box 10097, Kalispell, MT 59904. Comfort Keepers. 755-4030, 95 Indian Trail Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Every Day Home Care. 249-6071. Express Employment Professionals. 257-2255, 4 Sunset Plaza, #101, Kalispell, MT 59901. Loyal Care In-Home Assistance. 752-0146, 702 East Idaho Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Personal Touch Home Care. 758-5422, 752-6565, 800-344-5979. Serves Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Personal Touch Home Care. 758-5422, 800-344-5979, Community Action Partnership (CAPNM), 214 Main Street, P.O. Box 8300, Kalispell, MT 59904. 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. 800-222-1222. 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. 837-1214, 836 Holt Drive, Suite 120, Bigfork, MT 59911. 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. 758-5585, Search and Rescue Coordinator, Flathead County Sheriff s Office, 800 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 260-3502, Christ Lutheran Church, 5150 Riverlakes Parkway, Whitefish, MT 59937. 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. 800-847-5786, 406-449-6103, P.O. Box 633, Helena, MT 59624. Formerly called Northwest Lions Eye Bank. Sjogren s Syndrome Support Group. 406-849-5537. Meets at The Summit Medical Fitness Center, 205 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. STD/HIV Prevention Program. 406-444-3565, Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services, 1400 Broadway, Room C211, Helena, MT 59620. Support groups at The Summit. 751-4500, The Summit Medical Fitness Center, 205 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 261-0724, 406-888-0020 (Crisis Hotline), 17 Second Street East, #202, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 751-7500, 320 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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 (751-7533), The Surgery Center (751-7550), The Women s Center (751-7533), and The Montana Center for Wellness and Pain Management (756-8488). The Retreat at Buffalo Hill. 752-9622, Immanuel Lutheran Communities, 25 Clairmont Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 751-4100, 205 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 800-784-8669. 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. 800-932-8677. Weight Watchers Information. 800-651-6000. Meetings held at 284 North Meridian Road, Suite 100, Kalispell, MT 59901 and at 205 Nucleus Avenue, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. WIC (Women, Infants & Children). 751-8170, Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Supplemental nutrition program for women, infants and children. Provides valuable nutrition information, breast feeding support, health care referrals, and nutritious foods. Columbia Falls. 892-4811, 501 Sixth Avenue West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Kalispell. 751-8170, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. CANCER RESOURCES After-Surgery Products. 752-6111, 800-525-5982, Kalispell Medical Equipment, 55 Third Avenue East North, Kalispell, MT 59901. Has customer service representatives that are trained in the fitting of after-surgery products, including breast prosthetics. Alison Score Foundation for Breast Cancer Education. 293-6242, P.O. Box 762, Libby, MT 59923. 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. 406-542-2191, 3550 Mullan Road, Suite 103, Missoula, MT 59808. American Cancer Society Relay for Life. 406-542-2191, Ext 206, 3550 Mullan Road, Suite 103, Missoula, MT 59808. A community event, held in Polson, that is designed to celebrate survivorship and raise money for the American Cancer Society. Bass Breast Center. 751-6488, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides the women of Northwest Montana with comprehensive care for malignant and pre-malignant conditions of the breast. Cancer Care. 752-5111, Kalispell Regional Healthcare, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 293-8324, Headlines Hair Salon, 201 California Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. 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. 752-1739, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Located in the basement of Kalispell. KRH Radiation Oncology Patient Resource Center. 752-1790, 343 Sunnyview Lane, Ka lispell, MT 59901. Located off the lobby of Radiation Oncology. Bass Breast Center Library. 751-6488, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Located off the lobby of the Bass Breast Center. Cancer Information Service. 800-4-CANCER (800-422-6237). 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. 406-582-1600, 102 South 11th Avenue, Bozeman, MT 59715. 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. 752-1790, Cancer Treatment Center, 343 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. For women who have had or currently have cancer of any kind. Confidential Cancer Support Group. 863-3513, North Valley Hospital, 1600 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT 59937. 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. 866-328-1313, Westchester County Airport, One Loop Road, NY 10604. 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. 253-7888, 2828 Helena Flats Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 253-7888, 877-YSC-1011 (National Information Line), 2828 Helena Flats Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 406-582-1600, Cancer Support Community Montana, 102 South 11th Avenue, Bozeman, MT 59715. 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. 212-7331. 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). 866-547-MABC (6222), P.O. Box 150, Adamstown, MD 21710. 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. 751-8162, Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 756-5830, P.O. Box 459, Kila, MT 59920. For persons or family members with prostate cancer. Free screenings are offered in September and October every year. Save A Sister Initiative. 877-399-0384. 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. 257-9464 (Voice Mail Only), P.O. 7852, Kalispell, MT 59904. 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. 752-5111, Kalispell Regional Healthcare, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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). 752-5111, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. CANCER CARE Bass Breast Center. 751-6488, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901.
Kalispell Regional Healthcare Radiation Oncology Services. 752-1790, 343 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Northwest Oncology & Hematology. 752-8900, 350 Heritage Way, Suite 1100, Kalispell, MT 59901. Northwest Center for Specialty Oncology Care. 751-5392, Surgical Services Tower, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. ENDOCRINOLOGY AND DIABETES CARE Kalispell Regional Healthcare Diabetes Care and Prevention Center. 751-5454, 1297 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Northwest Specialists. 751-5364, 75 Claremont Street, Suite H, Kalispell, MT 59901. FAMILY MEDICINE Big Sky Family Medicine. 752-8433, 202 Conway Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Bigfork Medical Clinic. 837-5541, 8299 Highway 35, Bigfork, MT 59911. Columbia Falls Clinic. 892-3206, 1850 Ninth Street West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Family Health Care. 752-8120, 1287 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Northwest Family Medicine. 752-8877, 1250 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. GASTROENTEROLOGY Kalispell Gastroenterology PC. 752-7441, 75 Claremont Street, Suite F, Kalispell, MT 59901. Northwest Center for Specialty Oncology Care - Therapeutic Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. 751-5392, Surgical Services Tower, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. GENERAL SURGERY Northwest Montana Surgical Associates. 752-5000, Surgical Services Tower, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Surgery Clinic at North Valley Hospital. 862-1333, 1111 Baker Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. HEART AND LUNG CARE Rocky Mountain Heart & Lung. 257-8992, 350 Heritage Way, Suite 2100, Kalispell, MT 59901. Cardiac Surgery. 751-6231. Cardiology. 257-8992. Electrophysiology. 257-8992. Pulmonology. 257-8992. Northwest Montana Surgical Associates. 752-5000, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. HOME HEALTH, HOSPICE AND PRIVATE CARE Home Options. 751-4200, 430 Windward Way, Suite 101, Kalispell, MT 59901. INFECTIOUS DISEASES Northwest Specialists. 751-5364, 75 Claremont Street, Suite H, Kalispell, MT 59901. INTERNAL MEDICINE & PEDIATRICS Family Health Care. 752-8120, 1287 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. INTERNAL MEDICINE - PEDIATRICS ONLY Kalispell Medical Offices and Bone Health. 755-5266, 1280 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Woodland Clinic. 755-7366, 705 Sixth Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. MULTISPECIALTY CLINIC Northwest Specialty Clinics - Whitefish. 863-9340, 1111 Baker Avenue, Suite 2, Whitefish, MT 59937. NEUROSCIENCE & SPINE CARE TEAM Inpatient Rehabilitation - Kalispell Regional Healthcare. 756-4720, 320 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Neuroscience and Spine Institute: A collection of services and specialists in neurological medicine. Department of Neurology. 752-5095. Department of Neurological Surgery. 752-5170. The Montana Center for Wellness and Pain Management. 756-8488, 245 Windward Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. ORTHOPEDICS & SPORTS MEDICINE Northwest Orthopedics & Sports Medicine. 752-6784, 350 Heritage Way, Suite 1200, Kalispell, MT 59901. PAIN MANAGEMENT The Montana Center for Wellness and Pain Management. 756-8488, 245 Windward Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. PEDIATRICS Family Health Care. 752-8120, 1287 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Sunny View Pediatrics. 752-8300, Medical Arts Building, 210 Sunnyview Lane, Suite 103, Kalispell, MT 59901. REHABILITATION (PHYSICAL, SPEECH and OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY) Kalispell Regional Healthcare. Inpatient Rehabilitation. 756-4720, 320 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Outpatient Therapy. 751-4520, 205 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. SLEEP MEDICINE Sleep Center at Rocky Mountain Heart & Lung. 257-8979, 350 Heritage Way, Suite 2100A, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides complete diagnosis and treatment for patients with sleep-related disorders. URGENT/PROMPT CARE Big Sky Family Medicine. 752-8433, 202 Conway Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Bigfork Medical Clinic. 837-5541, 8299 Highway 35, Bigfork, MT 59911. Northwest Family Medicine. 752-8877, 1250 Burns Way, Suite 1, Kalispell, MT 59901. Northwest Orthopedics & Sports Medicine. 752-6784, 350 Heritage Way, Suite 1200, Kalispell, MT 59901. Polson Health. 883-3200, 102 13th Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. VASCULAR SURGERY Northwest Montana Surgical Associates. 752-5000, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. WOMEN S HEALTH FamilyBorn Maternity and Women s Health. 751-8009, 210 Sunnyview Lane, Suite 101, Kalispell, MT 59901. Flathead Valley Women s Center. 752-0303, 210 Sunnyview Lane, Suite 107, Kalispell, MT 59901. WOUND, OSTOMY CARE Kalispell Regional Healthcare Wound, Ostomy and Hyperbaric Center. 756-4727, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. NORTH VALLEY HOSPITAL North Valley Hospital (NVH). 863-3500, 1600 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT 59937. Offers health care that focuses on providing patient-centered care in a healing environment. CLINICS Columbia Falls Outpatient Physical Therapy. 892-2777, North Valley Hospital Community Center, 235 Nucleus Avenue, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Glacier Maternity & Women s Center. 752-8180. Columbia Falls. 734 Highway 2 West, Suite 12, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Eureka. 1343 Highway 93 North, Eureka, MT 59917. Kalispell. 195 Commons Loop Road, Suite D, Kalispell, MT 59901. Whitefish. 2002 Hospital way, Whitefish, MT 59937. North Country Medical Clinic. 297-2438, 1343 Highway 93 North, Eureka, MT 59917. Offers a wide range of services and specialties. North Valley Embrace Health. 862-4763, North Valley Hospital Medical Office Village, 3004 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT 59937. 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. 863-3500 (Hospital). URGENT care facilities that serve tourism needs while conveniently located for the local community. Base Lodge Clinic. 862-1717, 1045 Glades Drive, Whitefish, MT 59937. Location is adjacent to Big Mountain Resort. Open during ski season. West Glacier Clinic. 888-9924, 100 Rea Road, West Glacier, MT 59936. Location is adjacent to the Glacier National Park west entrance. Open Memorial Day - Labor Day. North Valley Professional Center. 892-3208, 2165 Ninth Street West (Highway 2), Columbia Falls, MT 59912. A comprehensive Family Practice. PATIENT SERVICES Acupuncture. 863-3511. Birth Center. 863-3535 (Nurses Station). Care Management. 863-3618. Staff helps patients and families navigate through the hospital experience. Hospitalist. 863-3500 (Hospital Main Number). Helps patients understand their health problems and guides them in their recovery. Imaging Services. 863-3576. Infusion Services. 863-3510 (Pharmacy). Massage Therapy. 863-3500 (Hospital Main Number). Medical Surgical Pediatrics Unit. 863-3500 (Hospital Main Number). Nuclear Medicine. 863-3576 (Imaging Services). Occupational Therapy. 863-3668. Physical Therapy. 863-3668. Respiration Therapy. 863-3670. Sleep Medicine Center. 862-2229, 3004 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT 59937. Special Care Unit. 863-3580. Provides care for patients who have a variety of illnesses. Speech Therapy. 863-3668. Surgical Services. 863-3674. HISTORICAL SOCIETIES & ASSOCIATIONS Columbia Falls Historical Society. 892-3722, P.O. Box 643, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR): Columbia Falls - Bird Woman Falls Chapter. 892-2952, 212-3579, P.O. Box 2843, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Kalispell - St. Ignace Chapter. 755-6048, 752-9065, Kalispell, MT 59901. Montana Historical Society. 406-444-2694, 225 North Roberts, P.O. Box 201201, Helena, MT 59620. Northwest Montana Historical Society. 756-8381, 124 Second Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Operates The Museum at Central School. State Historical Preservation Office Montana Historical Society. 406-444-7715, 1410 Eighth Avenue, P.O. Box 201202, Helena, MT 59620. Stumptown Historical Society of Flathead County, Inc. 862-0067, Whitefish Railroad Depot, Third Floor, 500 Depot Street, Whitefish, MT 59937. Operates Whitefish Museum. HOSPITALS & URGENT / SAME-DAY CARE HOSPITALS Benefis Sletten Cancer Institute. 866-466-6822, 406-731-8200, 1117 29th Street South, Great Falls, MT 59405. Kalispell Regional Healthcare (KRH). 752-5111, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 406-693-7000, 406-693-7213 (TTY), 300 Garnet Way, P.O. Box 300, Warm Springs, MT 59756. 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. 863-3500, 888-815-5528 (Montana Only), 1600 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT 59937. 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. 800-447-6614, 2755 Colonial Drive, P.O. Box 5539, Helena, MT 59604. 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. 509-455-7844, 888-895-5951 (Applications Office), 911 West Fifth Avenue, P.O. Box 2472, Spokane, WA 99210. Treats children aged birth to 18th birthday who have treatable orthopedic problems. St. Jude Children s Research Hospital. 800-822-6344, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105. 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. 751-7500, 320 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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 (751-7533), The Surgery Center (751-7550), The Women s Center (751-7533), and The Montana Center for Wellness and Pain Management (756-8488). URGENT / SAME-DAY CARE Alpine Family Medicine. 892-1011, 734 Highway 2, Suite 12 (Falls Station), Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Urgent & walk-in care available: Monday - Friday, 8 am - 3 pm, closed 12 Noon - 1:30 pm. Big Sky Family Medicine. 752-8433, 202 Conway Drive, Suite 200, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 756-7225, 2181 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides Urgent Care available Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:30 pm, and Saturdays, 8:30 am - 1:00 pm.
20 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition Family Health Care. 752-8120, 1287 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Open Monday - Friday, 8 am - 6 pm; Saturdays, 9 am - 2 pm; Sundays, 9 am - 12 Noon. Flathead Orthopedic. 752-7900, 111 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm; Saturdays, 10 am - 2 pm. Same day appointments. Glacier Medical Associates. 862-2215, 1111 Baker Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. 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. 755-5661, 2316 Highway 93 North, P.O. Box 10338, Kalispell, MT 59904. 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. 863-3500 (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. 862-1717, 1045 Glades Drive, Whitefish, MT 59937. Location is adjacent to Big Mountain Resort. Open 10 am - 5 pm during ski season. Glacier Clinic. 888-9924, 100 Rea Road, West Glacier, MT 59936. Location is adjacent to Glacier National Park west entrance. Open 9 am - 4 pm, Memorial Day - Labor Day. Northwest Family Medicine. 752-8877, 1250 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT 55901. Oopoen Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm. Shepherd s Hand Free Clinic. 260-3502, Christ Lutheran Church, 5150 Riverlakes Parkway, Whitefish, MT 59937. 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. 257-0108, 1128 Kenway, Kalispell, MT 59901. For Seniors & Disabled. Big Mountain Apartments. 862-4449, 265 Colorado Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. Big Sky Manor. 257-0371, 110 Second Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. For Seniors & Disabled. Centre Court Manor. 257-4052, 121 Second Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. For Seniors 62 and older. Cherry Orchard Apartments. 261-4533, 700 Liberty Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. For Seniors & Disabled. Colorado Village Apartments. 862-3631, 445 Wisconsin Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. Columbia Arms Apartments. 862-3631, 810 Fifth Street West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. For Seniors. Columbia Villa Apartments. 892-4552, 700 Seventh Street West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Courtyard Apartments. 752-6565, 800-344-5979, Community Action Partnership of Northwest Montana (CAPNM), 214 Main Street, P.O. Box 8300, Kalispell, MT 59904. 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. 837-2315, 103 Crestview Drive, Bigfork, MT 59911. Senior housing. Depot Place. 756-1204, 249 East Center Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. One and two bedroom apartments a few blocks from downtown Kalispell. For Seniors (55 and older) and Disabled. El Dorita Village. 752-7884, 420 Liberty Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Elms Apartments. 755-0961, 330 Third Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. For Seniors & Disabled. Fernwell Apartments. 257-5745, 20 Fourth Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Gateway Village Apartments. 257-9057, 308 Two Mile Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Glacier State Apartments on First Avenue West. 257-5417, 506 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. For low income Seniors and the Disabled. Glacier State Apartments on Liberty Street. 752-7978, 600 Liberty Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. For low income Seniors and the Disabled. Kalispell Senior Apartments. 756-0360, 320 Two Mile Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. For Seniors & Disabled. Little Jon Apartments. 837-5777, 1154 Grand Drive, Bigfork, MT 59911. Meridian Pointe Apartments. 257-2806, 1055 North Meridian Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Mountain Apartments. 862-1127, 430 Colorado Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. Mountain Senior Apartments. 862-7817, 510 State Park Road, Whitefish, MT 59937. Mountain View Manor. 862-4100, 100 East Fourth Street, P.O. Box 1237, Whitefish, MT 59937. For low-income seniors and the disabled. Stone Creek Apartments. 862-6242, 863 Ashar Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. For Seniors and Disabled. Sunridge Pointe Apartments. 752-1545, 400 Liberty Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Teakettle Vista Apartments. 892-2122, 1220 12th Avenue West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Timber Creek Village Assisted Living Community. 892-3400, 375 Meadow Lake Blvd, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Timber Hills Apartments. 857-3803, 95 & 105 Windward Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Two Mile Vista Apartments. 752-6112, 486 Two Mile Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Van Ee Apartments. 800-466-7722, 420 Grandview Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Mailing Address: 2550 University Avenue West, #330 North, St. Paul, MN 55114. Quality rent-subsidized apartments for seniors ages 62 and over. Westgate Senior Apartments. 752-7113, 516 Corporate Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Income-based housing for seniors and the disabled. Westwind Village Apartments. 755-9019, 206 Cooper Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Whitefish Manor. 862-6719, 1345 East Seventh Street, Whitefish, MT 59937. For Section 8 Seniors & Disabled. ASSISTED LIVING/RETIREMENT FACILITIES Bee Hive Homes Of Columbia Falls Assisted Living. 406-219-7907, 892-4100, 1660 13th Street West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. 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. 752-9624, 40 Claremont Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 755-3240, 141 Interstate Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Memory care, assisted living, adult day care, respite day care available, and short term stays available.. Expressions Memory Care Home. 897-2875, 240 Hidden Meadow Lane, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Offers specialized care for those with Alzheimers and other related dementias. Friendship House - Adult Care. 257-8375 (Office), 752-6885 (Residents), 606 Second Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 257-7719, 1150 East Oregon Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Studio and 1 bedroom apartments, 24 hour personal care. Montana Veterans Home. 892-3256, 400 Veterans Drive, P.O. Box 250, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. 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. 758-5737, Area IX Agency on Aging, 160 Kelly Road, Suite A, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 756-1818, 125 Glenwood Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides individual apartment living with personal care services as needed. Quality of Life. 756-2273, 409 Park Way Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Individualized care in a homelike setting; personal care; medication assistance; transportation; activities. Renaissance Senior Care (Assisted Living). 755-4483, 250-9146, 645 Liberty Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Comfortable, caring, home-like setting designed for the special needs of aging seniors. Also has an Alzheimer s Support Group. The Springs At Whitefish. 862-6322, 1001 River Lakes Parkway, Whitefish, MT 59937. Assisted Living and Memory Care. Valley View Senior Care. 756-7121, 260 Windsong Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Offers personalized assistance with assisted living needs, short term stays/respite, and hospice care. Wel-Life at Kalispell. 756-8688, 156 Three Mile Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Offers personalized assistance with assisted living needs, short term stays/respite, and hospice care. HOME OWNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES First Time Homebuyer Program. 761-5861, 866-587-2244, NeighborWorks Montana, 509 First Avenue South, Great Falls, MT 59401. 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. 257-8800, 307 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 756-2005, USDA Rural Development, 450 Corporate Drive, Suite 111, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 752-6565, 800-344-5979, Community Action Partnership of Northwest Montana (CAPNM), 214 Main Street, P.O. Box 8300, Kalispell, MT 59904. 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. 756-2005 Ext 4, USDA Rural Development, 450 Corporate Drive, Suite 111, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 800-761-6264, 301 South Park Avenue, P.O. Box 200528, Helena, MT 59620. 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. 752-6565, 800-344-5979, Community Action Partnership of Northwest Montana (CAPNM), 214 Main Street, P.O. Box 8300, Kalispell, MT 59904. 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. 756-2005, 450 Corporate Drive, Suite 111, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 862-4143, 100 Fourth Street, P.O. Box 1237, Whitefish, MT 59937. 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. 406-219-7907, 871-8667, 1660 13th Street West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Assistance with activities of daily living. Brendan House. 751-6500, 350 Conway Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 752-9622, Immanuel Lutheran Communities, 185 Crestline Avenue, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 755-3240, 141 Interstate Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Memory care, assisted living, adult day care, respite day care available, and short term stays available.. Expressions Memory Care Home. 897-2875, 240 Hidden Meadow Lane, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Offers specialized care for those with Alzheimers and other related dementias. Heritage Place. 755-0800, 171 Heritage Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Activity programs, clinical social service staff, dietician, physical, occupational and speech therapy, dementia care. A long-term care center. Immanuel Lutheran Skilled Care. 752-9622, Immanuel Lutheran Communities, 185 Crestline Avenue, Kalispell, MT 59901. Intermediate and skilled nursing, medicare and medicaid approved, Alzheimer s/dementia care, rehabilitation, recreational therapy, registered dietitian, chaplain on staff. Lake View Care Center. 837-5041, 1050 Grand Drive, Bigfork, MT 59911. 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. 892-3256, 400 Veterans Drive, P.O. Box 250, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. 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. 756-1818, 125 Glenwood Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides individual apartment living with personal care services as needed.
The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition 21 Area IX Agency on Aging 160 Kelly Road, Kalispell Serving Flathead County s Seniors ages 60 & older Do You... Need help finding senior services? Need help in your home Need help getting out and about? Have questions about Medicare? CALL US TODAY! 758-5730 Home delivered meals Communal dining Info & referral for senior services Homemaker services Escorted transportation Respite Social opportunities Senior centers Telephone reassurance calls (M-F) Eagle Transit Dial-a-Ride Medicare counseling Homeowner/renter tax credit Reverse annuity mortgage loans Ombudsman for nursing homes and assisted living Want to Volunteer in the Flathead? Call the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program for adults age 55 and older 758-5712
22 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition The Springs At Whitefish. 862-6322, 1001 Riverside Parkway, Whitefish, MT 59937. Assisted Living and Memory Care. Timber Creek Village Assisted Living Community. 892-3400, 375 Meadow Lake Blvd, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Whitefish Care & Rehabilitation Center. 862-3557, 1305 East Seventh Street, Whitefish, MT 59937. Nursing care, physical, occupational, respiratory and speech therapy, recreational activities, therapeutic diets, care planning, social services for adults of all ages who need short- or long-term care. RENTAL ASSISTANCE Montana Fair Housing. 800-929-2611, 406-542-2611, 2522 South Third Street West, Missoula, MT 59804. 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. Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program. The Federal Government s major program for assisting very low-income families, the elderly, and disabled to rent decent, safe, and sanitary housing in the private market. Community Action Partnership of Northwest Montana (CAPNM). 758-5477, 800-344- 5979, 214 Main Street, P.O. Box 8300, Kalispell, MT 59904. Allows very low-income individuals and families to choose and lease safe, decent and affordable privately-owned rental hous ing. Services are available in Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Whitefish Housing Authority. 862-4143, 100 Fourth Street, P.O. Box 1237, Whitefish, MT 59937. SINGLE ROOM OCCUPANCY Hilltop Inn. 755-4455, 801 East Idaho Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Montana Village Motel & Rental. 756-3434, 1484 Highway 35, Kalispell, MT 59901. TEMPORARY SHELTER RESOURCES Abbie Shelter and Violence Free Crisis Line. 752-7273 (Crisis Hotline), 752-4735 (Office), P.O. Box 1401, Kalispell, MT 59903. Provides services to victims of domestic and sexual violence in the Flathead Valley. Provides emergency shelter, crisis intervention, advocacy, referral, and confidential and nonjudgmental support. Also offers Abused Women s Support Group, Children s Program Support Group, Rape Survivor Therapeutic Group, PEACE Project (Teen Dating Violence Prevention), and Community Outreach. Samaritan House. 257-5801, 124 Ninth Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Has emergency shelter and transitional/permanent housing for individuals or families who are homeless and have low or no income. Provides case management support to find employment and housing. Partners with Community Action Partnership (CAPNM) to sponsor the annual Flathead Valley Project Homeless Connect (PHC). HUMAN SERVICE PROVIDERS Flathead County Extension Office. 758-5553, 1108 South Main, Suite 4, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides services in the following areas: 4-H and Youth Development; Natural Resources; Community and Economic Development; Agriculture and Horticulture; and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Education. Gateway Community Center. 752-7266, 888-720-7266, P.O. Box 7684, Gateway Community Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Kalispell, MT 59904. The Center houses non profit agencies and provides community events, fairs, education, and a place to be for all ages. Montana Conservation Corps (MCC). 755-3619, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 27, Kalispell, MT 59901. A nonprofit organization that empowers youth and young adults through hands-on conservation service and education. Targets natural resource enhancement and Community Service Projects. Participates in the weatherization program implemented through the Montana warm Hearts warm Homes initiative. Food banks, senior centers, museums, schools, and community gardens are just a few of the agencies that benefit as we repair and build structures each year for community agencies. Open to ages 14-30. Montana Food Bank Network (MFBN). 800-809-4752, 406-721-3825, 5625 Expressway, Missoula, MT 59808. A private nonprofit organization that solicits, sorts, repackages, warehouses and transports donated food and distributes it to charitable programs that directly serve needy families, children and seniors. MFBN is responsible for distributing food to all 56 counties in the state of Montana and on all seven (7) reservations. United Way. 752-7266, 888-720-7266, United Way, Gateway Community Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 31, P.O. Box 7217, Kalispell, MT 59904. United Way brings together diverse people and resources to address the most urgent issues in Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, Glacier & Sanders Counties. Services include assessment of community needs, allocation of resources, Gifts In Kind Program, Volunteer Center, information and referral, and community resource development. Whitefish Community Center. 862-4923, 121 East Second Street, Whitefish, MT 59937. Hosts and sponsors many activities and programs for experienced adults who are young at heart. Also available to the general public on a rental basis. BASIC NEED RESOURCES A Ray of Hope. 755-4673, 46 Fifth Avenue West, P.O. Box 5407, Kalispell, MT 59903. Focuses on helping individuals and families in the Flathead Valley who have exhausted all other options for help in basic needs of food, clothing, and shelter. Provides financial assistance with some limitations, temporary shelter, meals, budget training, chemical dependency assistance, and job and skills training so people can again become contributing members of our local community. Abbie Shelter and Violence Free Crisis Line. 752-7273 (Crisis Hotline), 752-4735 (Office), P.O. Box 1401, Kalispell, MT 59903. Provides services to victims of domestic and sexual violence in the Flathead Valley. Provides emergency shelter, crisis intervention, advocacy, referral, and confidential and nonjudgmental support. Also offers Abused Women s Support Group, Children s Program Support Group, Rape Survivor Therapeutic Group, PEACE Project (Teen Dating Violence Prevention), and Community Outreach. Big Sky Rx. 406-444-1233, 866-369-1233 (Montana Only), P.O. Box 202915, Helena, MT 59620. Big Sky Rx helps pay monthly Medicare Drug Part D plan premiums for qualified Montana residents who are on Medicare. A State of Montana program administered by the Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS). Breakfast and Lunch Program. 257-HELP (4357), Salvation Army, 110 Bountiful Drive, P.O. Box 8357, Kalispell, MT 59901. Free to those in need. Breakfast, 7:30-8:45 am, and Lunch, 12 Noon - 1 pm. Calvary Lutheran Clothes Closet. 752-4102, 2200 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Has free clothes, shoes, bedding, etc. (for all ages) to anyone in need of a helping hand. Open from 4-6 pm every Thursday. There is also a free community dinner every Thursday from 6-7 pm. Donations for the Clothes Closet may be taken to the church Monday - Thursday, from 9-3 pm. Citizens Advocate Office. 800-332-2272, Office of the Governor, P.O. Box 200801, Helena, MT 59620. Directly charged by the Governor to assist Montanans in their interactions with state executive branch agencies. Coats For Kids. 752-1522, 8 First Street East, Suite 205, P.O. Box 427, Kalispell, MT 59903. Annual program provides winter outerwear to children. Community Action Partnership of Northwest Montana (CAPNM). 752-6565, 800-344-5979, 214 Main Street, P.O. Box 8300, Kalispell, MT 59904. Services include Courtyard Apartments, Employment & Training Department, Free to Choo$e, Home Buyer Education, Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP), Mutual Self-Help Housing Program, New Economy Project (NEP), Personal Touch Home Care, Project Homeless Connect, Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program, VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance), Weatherization Program, and Work Readiness Component (WoRC). Services are available in Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Community Gardens: Bigfork/Ferndale. 871-3509, 30631 Highway 209, P.O. Box 431, Bigfork, MT 59911. Located adjacent to St. Patrick s Episcopal Church. Columbia Falls. Gardens are located in Rivers Edge Park, 501 Fourth Avenue East. Kalispell. 261-5569, Farm Hands-Nourish the Flathead Community Garden. The garden is located on the Flathead Valley Community College campus. Kalispell. 755-4830. Gardens are located on the southwest corner of Liberty Street and Hawthorn Avenue. Half of the garden is reserved for growing vegetables for the Kalispell Food Bank. The remaining half is open to the public. Whitefish. 212-2483, 1150 Wisconsin Avenue, P.O. Box 5415, Whitefish, MT 59937. The garden is located next to the Whitefish United Methodist Church. Community Kitchen - Columbia Falls. 892-4895, St. Richard s Catholic Church, 1210 Ninth Street West, P.O. Box 2304, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Dinner is served the last four nights of the month at 6 pm. It is a free evening meal for persons in need. Community Kitchen - Feeding the Flathead. 752-7337, P.O. Box 3166, Kalispell, MT 59903. Offers free evening meals, 6 pm, at these Kalispell locations: 1st Three Mondays: 752-6140 (Info), Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 603 South Main Street. 1st Three Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, plus the last Sunday: 755-5265 (Info), Central Christian Church, 248 Second Avenue East. Every Wednesday: 257-3453 (Info), Glacier Mountain Fellowship, 4043 Highway 93 South. Every Thursday: 752-1472 (Info), Calvary Lutheran Fellowship Hall, 2200 Highway 2 East (in Evergreen). Last Week of the Month, Except Sunday: 752-7337 (Info), Faith Alliance Fellowship Hall, 348 Second Avenue West. Congregate Meal Sites. 758-5710, Area IX Agency on Aging, 160 Kelly Road, Suite A, Kalispell, MT 59901. Meals are available at Senior Centers throughout Flathead Valley with information available at Area IX Agency on Aging about locations and times. Eagle Transit. 758-5728, 1333 Willow Glen Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Mailing Address: 160 Kelly Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Public and specialized transportation within Flathead County. Inter-city fixed routes. Commuter routes. Curb-to-curb services for seniors and disabled. Schedules available. Electric Bill Payment Assistance. 751-4483, 800-735-8489, 2510 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Low-income families can qualify for a $10.39 discount on the monthly basic charge if family gross income for the past 12 months falls within the federal guidelines for low income. Recipients will need to reapply each October. Emergency Clothing and Household Vouchers. 257-HELP (4357), Salvation Army, 110 Bountiful Drive, P.O. Box 8357, Kalispell, MT 59901. Vouchers to shop at the Salvation Army Thrift Store: Clothing for emergency needs, job interviews, school children, etc.; Items for basic needs such as dishes, pots & pans, linens, furniture and other household items when verifiable fire or flood has occurred. Emergency Shelter: Samaritan House. 257-5801, 124 Ninth Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. FamilyWIZE Prescription Drug Discount Card Program. 752-7266, 888-720-7266, United Way, Gateway Community Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 31, P.O. Box 7217, Kalispell, MT 59904. The discount cards for prescriptions are available to anyone - no eligibility, no registration, no income limit, any age. Almost all pharmacies participate. The free cards are distributed through the United Way and Volunteer Center. Farmers Markets: Bigfork Farmers Market. 755-0650. Mailing address: 439 Grand Avenue, #213, Bigfork, MT 59911. Market is open May - October and held twice a week: Wednesdays, 3-6 pm, west side of Highway 35, across from Harvest Foods, 8111 Highway 35, Bigfork, MT 59911. Saturdays, 9 am - 1 pm, west side of Highway 35, across from Harvest Foods, 8111 Highway 35, Bigfork, MT 59911. Columbia Falls Farmers Market. 892-2072, 892-0318, P.O. Box 312, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Market held at Pinewood Park next to Lori s Deli at the intersection of Highway 2 (9th Street) and Fourth Avenue West. Open Thursdays, 5-7:30 pm in season. Kalispell Farmers Market. 881-4078. Market held in the parking lot at Flathead Valley Com munity College, Highway 93 and Grandview Drive. Open 3rd week of April through the 3rd week of October on Saturdays, 9 am - 12:30 pm. West Glacier. Open Fridays, 4-6:30 pm, mid to late June - September and located between the Post Office and West Glacier Gift Shop in West Glacier, MT 59936. Whitefish Downtown Farmers Market. 871-9744, P.O. Box 1964, Whitefish, MT 59937. Market held at the north end of Central Avenue. Open from end of May until the end of September, Tuesdays, 5-7:30 pm. Flathead Community Health Center (CHC). 751-8113 (Medical), 751-8221 (Dental), Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Flathead Food Bank. 752-FOOD (3663), 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 2, Kalispell, MT 59901. Food Distributions are every Tuesday and Thursday, 7:30 am - 6 pm. Office hours include Pantry hours and are Mondays and Wednesdays, 7:30 am - 3 pm; and Fridays, 7:30 am - 12 Noon. Donations are accepted anytime the Food Bank is open. Food Banks/Pantries. Provides short-term emergency food assistance to people in need. Distribution centers: Bigfork Food Pantry. 837-2297, Flathead Food Bank, 7545 Highway 35, Suite A, P.O. Box 850, Bigfork, MT 59911. Open 2nd and 4th Tuesdays, 9 am - 2 pm. Columbia Falls Food Bank. 892-0241, 82 Railroad Street, P.O. Box 1081, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Food is distributed Mondays, 5-6:30 pm and Tuesdays, 9:30 am - Noon. Evergreen Pantry. 752-FOOD (3663), Flathead Food Bank Pantry, Calvary Lutheran Church, 2200 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Mailing address: 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 2, Kalispell, MT 59901. Open every Tuesday, 9:30-11 am. Flathead Food Bank Five-Year-Old Program. 752-FOOD (3663), Flathead Food Bank, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 2, Kalispell, MT 59901. Helps low income families who can no longer receive WIC assistance for a child who has turned five years of age and traditionally is not in school where the discounted or free breakfast and lunch program is available. Near the beginning of each month the whole time the child is 5, eligible families can pick up 2 bags of food (about 40 pounds) at the Food Bank. Kalispell Pantry. 752-FOOD (3663), Flathead Food Bank, 1203 Highway 2 WEST, Suite 2, Kalispell, MT 59901. Distributes food on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7:30 am - 5:45 pm. Marion Pantry. 752-FOOD (3663), Flathead Food Bank, Fire Department Auxiliary Building, Gopher Lane, Marion, MT 59925. Mailing address: 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 2, Kalispell, MT 59901. Distributes food on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays, 1:00-3:30 pm. Martin City Pantry. 752-FOOD (3663). Mailing Address: Flathead Food Bank, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 2, Kalispell, MT 59901. Martin City is a Mobile Pantry. Please call for times and days for your area.
North Valley Food Bank (Whitefish). 862-5863, 862-2795, 311 East First Street, Whitefish, MT 59937. Open Monday - Wednesday, 9-11 am, Thursdays, 8:30 am - 2:30 pm, and Friday, 9-11 am. North West Montana Veterans Food Pantry (Kalispell). 756-7304, 1349 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides a helping hand up to homeless, low income, and at-risk veterans, their families and dependent children. Distributes food and clothing, Monday - Friday, 10 am - 3 pm. The Whitefish Food Bank. 862-1653, Whitefish Foursquare Church, 233 Kalispell Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. Services available on an as needed basis; call for an appointment for assistance. West Shore Food Bank (Lakeside/Somers). 261-4560, 140 Bills Road (behind the Conaco sta tion), P.O. Box 192, Lakeside, MT 59922. Food Bank Farms. 253-5225, 908 Karrow Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. Provides locally grown food to area food banks and charitable organizations. Relies on community contributions to run the farm and programs, provide staff for farm volunteer days, conduct our educational programs and community outreach, and continue to grow food for the Montana Community Food Banks. A 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Food Stamps - see SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program). Free Clinic. 260-3502, Shepherd s Hand Clinic, Christ Lutheran Church, 5150 Riverlakes Parkway, Whitefish, MT 59937. 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. Grocery Delivery Service. 257-6230 (To Place Orders). Available only to low-income, home-bound people. Orders must be called in on Thursdays from 9 am - 1 pm. The order will be filled at the Kalispell Rosauer s on Friday mornings and delivered on Fridays starting at 1 pm. The delivered groceries must be paid for by check or debit card number at the time of delivery which means someone must be home to receive them. The grocery deliveries are made by volunteers from the United Way Volunteer Center. Habitat For Humanity of Flathead Valley. 257-8800, 307 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Hats and Mittens Project. 758-5712, Area IX Agency on Aging, 160 Kelly Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Hand-knit hats and mittens are provided to elementary school children and Head Start students in the Flathead Valley. Sets are provided to each school to use as needed, plus a set is provided for every Head Start student. The hats and mittens are knit by senior citizen volunteers from RSVP. Call if interested in knitting for this project. Help Net - First Call for Help. 752-8181, 800-332-8425, P.O. Box 8181, Kalispell, MT 59904. An information and referral line that links people to services, counselors and support groups. Keep The Lights On (Electric Bill Payment Assistance). 751-4483, 800-735-8489, Flathead Electric Cooperative, Inc., 2510 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Low-income families can qualify for a $10.39 discount on the monthly basic charge if family gross income for the past 12 months falls within the federal guidelines for low income. Recipients will need to reapply each October. Home & Community Based Services. 752-0580, 1825 Highway 93 South, Suite F, Kalispell, MT 59901. This Medicaid Waiver program addresses the needs of Medicaid eligible Montanans who need assistance/support to meet ongoing health needs by developing/managing home based care. Service by Benefis Spectrum Medical, an affiliate of Benefis Health System in Great Falls, MT. Serves Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Laundry Facility. 257-HELP (4357), Salvation Army, 110 Bountiful Drive, P.O. Box 8357, Kalispell, MT 59904. Free laundry services for anyone. Laundry soap provided. Open 9 am - 3 pm, Monday - Friday. Sign in - first come, first clean. Literacy Volunteers. 257-7323, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 30, P.O. Box 3234, Kalispell, MT 59903. Trained volunteer tutors provide free, confidential instruction for adults and families throughout the Flathead. Reading, English, life skills tutoring, Basic literacy, English as a Second Language, and Family Literacy for any and all levels. Love INC of North Flathead. 270-3822. 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 2014. Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP). 752-5433, 800-344-5979, Community Action Partnership of Northwest Montana (CAPNM), 214 Main Street, P.O. Box 8300, Kalispell, MT 59904. Assists eligible low income individuals and families pay a portion of their household winter energy bills. Customers may also be eligible for discounts from local utility companies based upon LIEAP eligibility. Services are available in Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. MCC Weatherization Project. 755-3619, Montana Conservation Corps (MCC), 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 27, Kalispell, MT 59901. Participates in the weatherization program implemented through the Montana Warm Hearts Warm Homes initiative. With the training and supplies they are given, teams, each composed of two or three MCC members, spend time around the state at multiple homes each day installing energy-saving devices to help out low-income residents. Meals on Wheels. 758-5710, Area IX Agency on Aging, 160 Kelly Road, Suite A, Kalispell, MT 59901. Hot nutritious meals are prepared in a central kitchen in Kalispell and transported to outlying area Senior Centers, and delivered to seniors who are unable to get out or have a hard time preparing meals for themselves. Modified diets are available. One meal per day, Monday - Friday, is provided. Reservations for meals are required. Medicaid. 751-5900, Office of Public Assistance, 121 Financial Drive, Suite A, Kalispell, MT 59901. The Office of Public Assistance provides the application for Medicaid. Medicaid pays medical bills for people with low incomes with certain other eligibility requirements. Medicaid Helplines (Montana Only). For current Medicaid clients only. Call 800-362-8312 for Medicaid information. Call 800-376-1115 about Medicaid fraud. Call 800-292-7114 about general Medicaid transportation. Montana Fair Housing. 800-929-2611, 406-542-2611, 2522 South Third Street West, Missoula, MT 59804. 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 PharmAssist Program. 866-913-2323 (Montana Only). Available to all Montana citizens who will benefit from a no cost, in depth consultation with licensed and credentialed participating pharmacists. Learn ways to control medication costs, maximize drug therapies and at the same time derive additional health benefits from proper and prudent use of medications. Geared towards helping individuals improve communication with their doctors and take an active role in their own health-care regimen. Call to request a Patient Packet. Completed paperwork is submitted to the state and, upon approval, a personal consultation will be scheduled. Open to all Montana citizens, regardless of age or income. Montana Woman s Clothes Closet. 755-5753, Montana Woman Foundation, 1103 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. During two weekends a year, gently worn donated clothing is available at affordable prices to women starting new careers and are in need of professional work clothes. Neighbors in Need. 752-8181, 800-332-8425, P.O. Box 8721, Kalispell, MT 59904. 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. Office of Public Assistance. 751-5900, 121 Financial Drive, Suite A, Kalispell, MT 59901. Administers programs aimed at helping low-income Montanans move out of poverty and become self-sufficient. The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition 23 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. Prescription Assistance. 888-477-2669. Helps qualifying patients without prescription drug coverage get the medicines they need through the program that is right for them. Many will get their medications free or nearly free. Offers a single point of access to more than 475 public and private programs. Funded by America s pharmaceutical research companies. Project Homeless Connect. 752-6565, 800-344-5979, Community Action Partnership (CAPNM), 214 Main Street, P.O. Box 8300, Kalispell, MT 59904. During June, CAPNM and the Samaritan House partner to sponsor the annual Flathead Valley Project Homeless Connect (PHC). More than 30 local agencies and businesses gather to aid the homeless and impoverished in one convenient location. Community needs addressed are hunger, knowledge of employment, educational opportunities, knowledge of affordable housing options, as well as assistance with services, legal assistance, Financial Education Information, Public Assistance, vision services, housing counseling, senior services, bicycle repair, food baskets, etc. Those who are having trouble making ends meet, or worried about losing their home would greatly benefit from this once-a-year opportunity. It is also a great chance for people who are new to poverty to learn about all the resources and services that are available to them. Round-Up For Safety. 751-4429, Flathead Electric Cooperative (FEC), 2510 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides an option for members to round-up their monthly electric bill to the nearest dollar and 100% of those funds go to local non-profit organizations for safety-related projects and programs. Salvation Army. 257-HELP (4357), 110 Bountiful Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides emergency welfare assistance in the form of food and clothing. Samaritan House. 257-5801, 124 Ninth Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Has emergency shelter and transitional/permanent housing for individuals or families who are homeless and have low or no income. Provides case management support to find employment and housing. Partners with Community Action Partnership (CAPNM) to sponsor the annual Flathead Valley Project Homeless Connect (PHC). Seventh Day Adventist Community Service Center. 257-6008, 494 Ninth Avenue East North, Kalispell, MT 59901. Open Tuesdays from 10 - Noon and 1-3 pm. All items are FREE. Provides household items, clothing, furniture, and items needed for basic needs. Shepherd s Hand Community Meal. 260-3502, Christ Lutheran Church, 5150 Riverlakes Parkway, Whitefish, MT 59937. Provides a free meal every Monday evening, 5:30 pm, at the church. Everyone is welcome. Shepherd s Hand Free Clinic. 260-3502, Christ Lutheran Church, 5150 Riverlakes Parkway, Whitefish, MT 59937. 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. Shepherds Shelves Closet. 752-7021, 2010 Whitefish Stage, Kalispell, MT 59901. Easthaven Baptist Church. Emergency food for individuals in need on a last resort basis. Call for an appointment. Showers (FREE). 257-HELP (4357), Salvation Army, 110 Bountiful Drive, P.O. Box 8357, Kalispell, MT 59904. For all who lack hot running water; available Monday-Friday, 7:30 am - 2 pm. SNAP - Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. 751-5900, Office of Public Assistance, 121 Financial Drive, Suite A, Kalispell, MT 59901. A federal assistance program to help low income families or individuals supplement their monthly food budget. Applications available at the Office of Public Assistance or online at www.dphhs.gov Social Security Administration. 888-487-0150 (Kalispell), 800-772-1213 (National), 275 Corporate Drive, Suite D, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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 portion of Lake County where ZIP Codes begin with 599. Summer Food Service Program (SFSP). 800-809-4752 (Find a Site). Provides free, nutritious meals and snacks to help children in low-income areas get the nutrition they need to learn, play, and grow throughout the summer months when they are out of school. Most, but not all, Flathead County locations are at the schools. (SFSP is a federally funded program administered through the US Department of Agriculture. The Montana Office of Public Instruction administers the program at the state level.) Summer Lunch Program for Children. 257-HELP (4357), Salvation Army, 110 Bountiful Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Operates from June to August, Monday - Friday. Provides a free lunch for children up to age 18 in the Kalispell area. Adults are charged a small fee for meals. St. Matthew s Social Services. 752-6402, St Matthew s Catholic Church, 703 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Program for persons requiring emergency or temporary assistance with housing and utilities. Also provides assistance with food. Need to complete a short application. Open 10 am - Noon and 2-4 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays. State Commissioner of Securities & Insurance (CSI). 800-332-6148. Report insurance complaints or fraud. CSI serves as the State Government watchdog for Montana citizens regarding the insurance and securities industries. The RiteCare Speech, Language, and Hearing Clinic. 406-243-2405, 634 Eddy Avenue, Missoula, MT 59801. Accepts anyone who has difficulty speaking or understanding the spoken word or anyone who has difficulty learning to read. A program of the Western Montana Scottish Rite Masons serving all populations and ages. Thrift Stores & Resale Shops: Community Thrift. 752-8105, 203 Fifth Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Mailing Address: 205 Riverside Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Easter Seals Goodwill Store. 758-0240, 2137 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Sells used clothing and household goods. Also provides job-training and transitional employment for people with disabilities or other disadvantages. Flathead Industries: 755-3842, Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1916, Kalispell, MT 59903. Columbia Falls. Glacier Thrift Store, 412 Nucleus Avenue, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Kalispell. Flathead Industries Thrift Store, 40 East Idaho, Kalispell, MT 59901. Main store. Whitefish. Stumptown Thrift Store, 223 Baker Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. Habitat for Humanity ReStore. 752-2905, 2610 Highway 93 South, Kalispell, MT 59901. Open to the public. Has a limited paid staff and relies on volunteer help to keep the store running. Accepts donations of new and used building materials and anything on wheels (autos, boats, RVs, etc.) from the community. Goods are then sold to the public for up to 70% off the retail price. The money raised from the ReStore is used to build Habitat homes for families in the Flathead Valley. Hope Thrift. 260-4184, A Ray of Hope, 105 Sixth Avenue West, P.O. Box 5407, Kalispell, MT 59903. Humane Society Thrift Store. 752-PAWS, 2165 Highway 2 East, Evergreen, MT 59901. Klothes Kloset. 892-4534, Church Women United, 286 Nucleus Avenue North, P.O. Box 195, Columbia Falls, 59912. Salvation Army Thrift Store. 257-5449, 1500 South Main Street, P.O. Box 8357, Kalispell, MT 59904. Second Helpings Thrift Store. 752-SAVE (7283), Gateway Community Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 1, Kalispell, MT 59901. Founded and operated by the Flathead Food Bank to create ongoing sustainable income for the Flathead Food Bank.
24 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition Seventh Day Adventist Community Service Center. 257-6008, 494 Ninth Avenue East North, Kalispell, MT 59901. All items are FREE. Provides household items, clothing, furniture, and items needed for basic needs. Open Tuesdays, 10 am - Noon and 1-3 pm. (Listed under Thrift Stores so that needy people searching for Thrift Store items will find this Free Store.) Thrift Haus. 862-3330, Soroptimist International of Whitefish, 303 First Street, P.O. Box 1843, Whitefish, MT 59937. Transitional Living Program. 257-5801, Samaritan House, 124 Ninth Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides case management support for housing and employment referral services. Offers help with accessing mental health and chemical dependency assistance and referral to other organizations. Includes Samaritan House s on-campus continuum of shelter, transitional and permanent housing. Weatherization Program. 755-7363, 888-750-7360, Community Action Partnership of Northwest Montana (CAPNM), 214 Main Street, P.O. Box 8300, Kalispell, MT 59904. Helps reduce the high cost of energy for low-income households. Installs a combination of energy saving measures such as wall, attic and floor insulation, decreases the amount of air infiltration from doors and windows and performs efficiency and safety checks on heating systems. Special consideration is given to emergencies, elderly and disabled individuals. Services are available in Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. West Shore Community Assistance Program. 261-4560 (Crisis Line), 844-2779 (Alternate), 140 Bills Road, P.O. Box 192, Lakeside, MT 59922. Provides a food pantry, children s toy distribution site at Christmas time ( West Shore Toys For Kids ), and other financial assistance to Lakeside/Somers residents. WIC (Women, Infants & Children). 751-8170, Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Supplemental nutrition program for women, infants and children. Provides valuable nutrition information, breast feeding support, health care referrals, and nutritious foods. Columbia Falls. 892-4811, 501 Sixth Avenue West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Kalispell. 751-8170, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. CRISIS INTERVENTION RESOURCES AA - Find A Meeting. 888-607-2000, Alcoholics Anonymous. Call to find meeting times and locations in these Flathead county locations: Bigfork, Columbia Falls, Coram, Kalispell, Somers, and Whitefish. AA Hotline. 888-607-2000 (Montana Only). Abbie Shelter and Violence Free Crisis Line. 752-7273 (Crisis Hotline), 752-4735 (Office), P.O. Box 1401, Kalispell, MT 59903. Provides services to victims of domestic and sexual violence in the Flathead Valley. Provides emergency shelter, crisis intervention, advocacy, referral, and confidential and nonjudgmental support. Also offers Abused Women s Support Group, Children s Program Support Group, Rape Survivor Therapeutic Group, PEACE Project (Teen Dating Violence Prevention), and Community Outreach. Abused Women s Group. 752-7273 (Crisis Line). For victims and survivors of domestic violence. Offered by the Abbie Shelter. Addiction Search. 800-559-9503. Nationwide addiction assistance helpline. A free drug and alcohol addiction resource for treatment and recovery. Adult Protective Services (APS). 755-6491, 755-6493, 751-5968, 751-5975, 121 Financial Drive, Suite B, Kalispell, MT 59901. An agency given authority by the Montana legislature to investigate reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of individuals over 60 years of age or developmentally disabled adults over 18 years of age. In instances of imminent danger to the individual, APS may remove the individual from danger and arrange for a safe, temporary living situation. The Kalispell office serves Flathead County. Adult Rehabilitation Centers (ARCS). 257-4357, Salvation Army, 110 Bountiful Drive, P.O. Box 8357, Kalispell, MT 59904. ARCS form the largest network of rehabilitation programs in the nation, helping men and women to overcome alcohol and drug dependencies. Call for the location of a Center near you. Al-Anon. 756-1499, 755-0249, 55 First Avenue West North, Kalispell, MT 59901. Offers hope and help to families and friends of alcoholics. Alano Club of Kalispell. 755-0249, 55 First Avenue West North, Kalispell, MT 59901. A central place for AA members to hold meetings as well as a place to socialize and encourage one another. American Red Cross of Montana. 800-272-6668 (800-ARC-MONT). Blood services, disaster preparedness and response services, health and safety courses, and services to the Armed Forces. Bereavement Support: Frontier Hospice. 755-4923, 29 Second Street East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Offers a support group for any adult grieving the loss of a loved one. Both group and individual counseling are available. Home Options - Hospice. 751-4200, 275 Corporate Drive, Suite 600, Kalispell, MT 59901. Emotional and spiritual support expressly tailored to the patient s needs and wishes. Tamarack Grief Resource Center. 261-0724, 406-888-0020 (Crisis Hotline), 17 Second Street East, #202, Kalispell, MT 59901. Specializes in bereavement camps (A Camp To Remem ber) serving families, individuals and professionals in grief support and education. Also provides counseling and consultation. The Kalispell office serves Flathead, Lake, and Lincoln counties. Child Abuse/Neglect Hotline. 866-820-5437 (Free/24 Hours/7 Days), 866-341-8811 (TTY-Hearing Impaired). Montana Child & Family Services Division. Investigation and protective services for suspected child abuse and neglect cases. Child & Family Services. 751-5950, 121 Financial Drive, Suite C, Kalispell, MT 59901. Protects children who have been or are at substantial risk of abuse, neglect or abandonment. Mission is to keep children safe and families strong. A division of Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services. ChildHelp National Child Abuse Hotline. 800-422-4453. Children s Program Support Group. 752-7273 (Crisis Line). For children who have witnessed domestic violence in their homes. Offered by the Abbie Shelter. CMS Kalispell (Community Medical Services). 260-4181, 795 Sunset Blvd, Kalispell, MT 59901. Treats opioid addictions such as Methadone, Heroin, Cocaine, Suboxone, Buprenorphine. Compulsive Gamblers. 800-522-4700 (24-Hour Hotline). National Council on Problem Gambling. Crime Victims Compensation Program. 800-498-6455, Office of Victim Services, Department of Justice, 2225 11th Avenue, P.O. Box 201410, Helena, MT 59620. Provides financial assistance to help innocent crime victims with crime-related medical expenses. Domestic Violence Hotline. 752-7273. A confidential crisis hotline for victims of domestic and sexual violence. Offers crisis intervention, nonjudgmental support, information and referrals, and access to Abbie Shelter services. Domestic Violence Hotline - National. 800-799-SAFE (7233), 800-787-3224 (TTY). Hotline advocates are available for victims and anyone` calling on their behalf to provide crisis intervention, safety planning, information, and referrals to agencies. Direct connection to domestic violence resources available in the caller s area. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Emergency Clothing and Household Vouchers. 257-HELP (4357), Salvation Army, 110 Bountiful Drive, P.O. Box 8357, Kalispell, MT 59901. Vouchers to shop at the Salvation Army Thrift Store: Clothing for emergency needs, job interviews, school children, etc.; Items for basic needs such as dishes, pots & pans, linens, furniture and other household items when verifiable fire or flood has occurred. Flathead Valley Chemical Dependency Clinic. 756-6453, 1312 North Meridian Road, P.O. Box 7115, Kalispell, MT 59904. Community based outpatient substance abuse treatment and prevention services. Food Banks/Pantries. Provides short-term emergency food assistance to people in need. Distribution centers: Bigfork Food Pantry. 837-2297, Flathead Food Bank, 7545 Highway 35, Suite A, P.O. Box 850, Bigfork, MT 59911. Open 2nd and 4th Tuesdays, 9 am - 2 pm. Columbia Falls Food Bank. 892-0241, 82 Railroad Street, P.O. Box 1081, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Food is distributed Mondays, 5-6:30 pm and Tuesdays, 9:30 am - Noon. Evergreen Pantry. 752-FOOD (3663), Flathead Food Bank Pantry, Calvary Lutheran Church, 2200 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Mailing address: 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 2, Kalispell, MT 59901. Open every Tuesday, 9:30 am - Noon. Flathead Food Bank Five-Year-Old Program. 752-FOOD (3663), Flathead Food Bank, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 2, Kalispell, MT 59901. Helps low income families who can no longer receive WIC assistance for a child who has turned five years of age and traditionally is not in school where the discounted or free breakfast and lunch program is available. Near the beginning of each month the whole time the child is 5, eligible families can pick up 2 bags of food (about 40 pounds) at the Food Bank. Kalispell Pantry. 752-FOOD (3663), Flathead Food Bank, 1203 Highway 2 WEST, Suite 2, Kalispell, MT 59901. Distributes food on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7:30 am - 5:45 pm. Marion Pantry. 752-FOOD (3663), Flathead Food Bank, Fire Department Auxiliary Building, Gopher Lane, Marion, MT 59925. Mailing address: 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 2, Kalispell, MT 59901. Distributes food on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays, 1:00-3:30 pm. Martin City Pantry. 752-FOOD (3663). Mailing Address: Flathead Food Bank, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 2, Kalispell, MT 59901. Martin City is a Mobile Pantry. Please call for times and days for your area. North Valley Food Bank (Whitefish). 862-5863, 862-2795, 311 East First Street, Whitefish, MT 59937. Open Monday - Wednesday, 9-11 am, Thursdays, 8:30 am - 2:30 pm, and Friday, 9-11 am. North West Montana Veterans Food Pantry (Kalispell). 756-7304, 1349 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides a helping hand up to homeless, low income, and at-risk veterans, their families and dependent children. Distributes food and clothing, Monday - Friday, 10 am - 3 pm. The Whitefish Food Bank. 862-1653, Whitefish Foursquare Church, 233 Kalispell Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. Services available on an as needed basis; call for an appointment for assistance. West Shore Food Bank (Lakeside/Somers). 261-4560, 140 Bills Road (behind the Conaco sta tion), P.O. Box 192, Lakeside, MT 59922. Food Stamps - see SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program). Gambler s Anonymous. 752-8181, 800-332-8425. Support program for individuals struggling with gambling addiction. Grief Recovery Outreach Program. 755-6760, 725 Sixth Avenue East, #5, Kalispell, MT 59901. A guide for those who wish to resolve their loss issues and move beyond their grief. The seven or 12-week program is offered throughout the year. Help Net - First Call for Help. 752-8181, 800-332-8425, P.O. Box 8181, Kalispell, MT 59904. An information and referral line that links people to services, counselors and support groups. Home Free Program for Runaways. 800-786-2929 (800-RUNAWAY), National Runaway Switchboard (NRS). This national toll-free hotline is the starting point for runaways aged 12-20 to be returned home via free bus service. The runaway must be between the ages of 12 and 20. NRS must verify a missing person s report has been filed in the hometown of any runaway who is under 18. Hope Pregnancy Ministries. 257-5700, 1281 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Making A Difference! FLATHEAD VALLEY CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY CLINIC with individuals...families...communities... Kalispell Office 1312 North Meridian Kalispell, MT 59904-0115 (406)756-6453 Thompson Falls Office 1029 Main Street Thompson Falls, MT 59873 (406)827-4241 Women s Recovery Home (406) 257-6240 Libby Office 711 California Ave. Libby, MT 59923 (406)293-7731 Eureka Office North Lincoln County Annex Eureka, MT 59914 (406)297-2822
Intermountain Providence Home. 800-200-9112. Short term crisis home in Flathead County that provides a nurturing and therapeutic environment for children from birth to 12 years old who are in severe emotional distress. The location is kept confidential for the safety of the children removed from abusive or neglectful parents. Kalispell Adult Mental Health Center. 257-1336 (Adult Services), 752-6262 (Crisis Services), 410 Windward Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Assists individuals as they recover from mental illness and cooccurring disorders. Missing & Exploited Children Hotline. 800-843-5678 (800-THE-LOST). Operators are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Please report any information regarding a missing child. Montana Children s Trust Fund. 406-444-3002, 111 North Sanders, Helena, MT 59604. Provides financial support to local programs across the state to prevent child abuse and neglect, and to strengthen families. Mental Health America of Montana (MHA of MT). 877-927-MMHA (6642), P.O. Box 88, Bozeman, MT 59771. Focuses on supporting, educating and advocating for the mental health of all Montanans. Volunteers are welcome. Montana Hotline for Gamblers. 888-900-9979 (24 Hours). Provides information, education, and referrals for gambling addiction. Services are free and confidential. Montana Mental Health Warmline. 877-688-3377. For those not in crisis but need someone to talk to about issues they are facing in their lives. Provides a friendly and understanding person for those who just need someone to talk to and enables people with a mental illness to talk to a peer about issues they are facing in their lives. It is a peer-run listening line staffed by people in recovery themselves. The Warmline is not a crisis line. Neighbors in Need. 752-8181, 800-332-8425, P.O. Box 8721, Kalispell, MT 59904. 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. Overeaters Anonymous. 257-1967 (#49567), 755-0690 (#50700), 837-1130 (#47679). Support program for individuals struggling with overeating. Pathways Treatment Center. 756-3950, 800-752-3950, 200 Heritage Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides acute inpatient services for Northwest Montana clients who have mental health and/or substance abuse issues. PEACE Project. 752-7273 (Crisis Line). Provides Teen dating violence prevention education in local schools. Offered by the Abbie Shelter. Poison Information. 800-525-5042 (Montana Only). Health care professionals provide poison information and emergency poison help throughout Montana. Poison Information Hotline. 800-222-1222. 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. Police Departments: Dial 911 emergency only. Non-emergency numbers listed by departments. Columbia Falls Police Department. 892-3234, 130 Sixth Street West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Kalispell Police Department. 758-7780, 312 First Avenue East, P.O. Box 1997, Kalispell, MT 59903. Whitefish Police Department. 863-2420, 275 Flathead Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. Project Lifesaver. 758-5585, Search and Rescue Coordinator, Flathead County Sheriff s Office, 800 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Rape Survivor Therapeutic Group. 752-7273 (Crisis Line). For victims and survivors of sexual violence. Offered by the Abbie Shelter. Runaway Switchboard (Hotline). 800-RUNAWAY (800-786-2929), National Runaway Switchboard. Call if you are a teenager who is thinking of running from home, if you have a friend who has run and is looking for help, or if you are a runaway ready to go home through our Home Free program. Call if you are a teacher looking for information to pass along to your students about alternatives to running from home. Call if you care about a youth and want information on how you can help someone who may be at risk of running from home. Samaritan House. 257-5801, 124 Ninth Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Has emergency shelter and transitional/permanent housing for individuals or families who are homeless and have low or no income. Provides case management support to find employment and housing. Partners with Community Action Partnership (CAPNM) to sponsor the annual Flathead Valley Project Homeless Connect (PHC). Sexual and Domestic Violence Hotline. 752-7273. A confidential crisis hotline for victims of domestic and sexual violence. Offers crisis intervention, nonjudgmental support, information and referrals, and access to Abbie Shelter services. Shodair Hospital Psychiatric Services. 406-444-7500, 800-447-6614, 2755 Colonial Drive, P.O. Box 5539, Helena, MT 59604. An acute care psychiatric unit for children and adolescents ranging in age from 3 to 19 years, and a residential treatment program with one children s unit and two adolescent units. SNAP - Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. 751-5900, Office of Public Assistance, 121 Financial Drive, Suite A, Kalispell, MT 59901. A federal assistance program to help low income families or individuals supplement their monthly food budget. Applications available at the Office of Public Assistance or online at www.dphhs.gov SNAP Hotline. 800-332-2272, Montana Citizens Advocate Office, Helena, MT. Get information on SNAP benefit questions. Sober Living of Kalispell. 257-3223, 314-7350, 1128 Third Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides housing for males 18 and older in early addiction recovery. Substance Abuse & Mental Health Treatment Referral Service. 800-662-HELP (4357). A 24- Hour free and confidential Helpline. Call for help in locating treatment locations, treatment options or support groups in your area. Will automatically transfer to Montana. Sponsored by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Suicide Intervention. 752-6262, 752-8181, 800-332-8425. Confidential Crisis Care 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Suicide Prevention Hotline for Veterans. 800-273-TALK (Press 1 ). Will be routed to the Veterans Suicide Prevention Hotline. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Veterans Health Administration (VHA) has founded a national suicide prevention hotline to ensure veterans in emotional crisis are able to chat with a crisis counselor and get help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Suicide Prevention Lifeline. 800-273-TALK (8255), 800-799-4TTY (4889), 24-hours service nationwide. Available to anyone in suicidal crisis; call for yourself or anyone you care about. Suicide Resources: SA\VE. Suicide Awareness\Voices of Education. Website: www.save.org AAS. American Association of Suicidology. Website: www.suicidology.org AFSP. American Foundation For Suicide Prevention. Website: www.afsp.org Yellow Ribbon. Yellow Ribbon Teen Suicide Prevention Program. Website: www.yellowribbon.org Suicide Support Group - Surviving Our Loss After Suicide (SOLAS). 751-4500. Works one-onone with individuals who have lost a loved one through suicide. Sunburst Mental Health Services. 756-8721, 2282 Highway 93 South, Suite 1, Kalispell, MT 59901. Includes a range of services to support children, adults and families with their mental health needs. The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition 25 Tamarack Grief Resource Center. 261-0724, 406-888-0020 (Crisis Hotline), 17 Second Street East, #202, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Victim Information Line. 888-223-6332. Crime victims in Montana have the right to receive, upon request, certain information about the offender. After registering, you will be contacted by phone, email, 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 Advocacy Services. 752-7273 (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. VINE (Victim Information & Notification Everyday). 800-456-3076. Free, confidential service for crime victims, their families and others who are concerned about the custody status of adult offenders in Montana. Only tracks offenders while they are in the prison system. Victims must register with the Department of Corrections to receive any notifications. Violence Free Crisis Line. 752-7273. Confidential crisis hotline for victims of domestic and sexual violence. Offers crisis intervention, nonjudgmental support, information and referrals, and access to Abbie Shelter services. VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance). 752-6565, 800-344-5979, Community Action Partnership of Northwest Montana (CAPNM), 214 Main Street, P.O. Box 8300, Kalispell, MT 59904. 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. Women s H.O.P.E. Ministries. 212-8814, 212-7000, 212-0726. Offers Christ and comfort to women in need. Youth Dynamics (YDI). 751-8017, 450 Corporate Drive, Suite 105, Kalispell, MT 59901. A private, nonprofit behavioral health agency serving youth with emotional and behavioral problems and their families. A wide range of progressive community-based services are offered for client centered, culturally sensitive treatment programs according to the needs of each youth and family. YDI will travel to communities within 60 miles of the Kalispell Office to provide services. DISABILITY/SELF-SUFFICIENCY RESOURCES ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) Assessments. 257-0048, 800-995-0029, Summit Independent Living Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 35, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 800-949-4232 (Voice/TTY), DBTach Rocky Mountain ADA Center, 3630 Sinton Road #103, Colorado Springs, CO 80907. Provides information on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to individuals and organizations. ADAPT Montana. 406-829-9495 (Evenings). Activism and advocacy for people with disabilities. Adult Protective Services (APS). 755-6491, 755-6493, 751-5968, 751-5975, 121 Financial Drive, Suite B, Kalispell, MT 59901. An agency given authority by the Montana legislature to investigate reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of individuals over 60 years of age or developmentally disabled adults over 18 years of age. In instances of imminent danger to the individual, APS may remove the individual from danger and arrange for a safe, temporary living situation. The Kalispell office serves Flathead County. AWARE. 755-9471, 20 Third Street East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides quality, community-based services to persons with challenging mental, emotional, and in some cases, physical needs who would otherwise be served in a more restrictive setting or perhaps would not be served at all. Operates two adolescent group homes in Kalispell. Blind and Low Vision Services. 888-279-7528, 406-329-5400 Voice/TTY, 2675 Palmer Street, Suite A, Missoula, MT 59808. 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. Brain Injury Alliance of Montana. 800-241-6442 (Montana Only), 406-541-6442 (Office), 1280 South Third Street West, Suite 4, Missoula, MT 59801. Is committed to help create a better future through brain injury prevention, research, education, and advocacy. Includes follow-up information, referrals for resources, and support for transitioning back to family life, work, school and the community. Has a Brain Injury Help Line (800-241-6442), support groups, and a Speaker s Bureau. Brain Injury Support Group. 756-4725, 800-241-6442 (Montana Only). Meets at The Summit Medical Fitness Center, 205 Sunnyview Lane, in Kalispell. Associated with the Brain Injury Alliance of Montana. BRC Services. 249-4966, 150 River Road, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. 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. Center for Excellence in Disability Education, Research, and Service. 800-732-0323 (Voice/ TTY), University of Montana Rural Institute, 52 Corbin Hall, Missoula, MT 59812. Seeks to enhance the quality of life for people with disabilities, especially those individuals living in Montana and other rural areas across the country. Our objective is to increase the independence, productivity, community integration, and inclusion of those with disabilities through education, research, and demonstration services. Part of the national network of programs funded by the Federal Administration on Developmental Disabilities. Child Development Center. 755-2425, 866-755-2425, 1725 Highway 35, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides the following services for children aged 0 (zero) to adult having developmental delays or disabilities and their families: Evaluation & Diagnosis; Family Education and Support; Autism Insurance Services; OBRA (Services for People with Developmental Disabilities under the OBRA Law); Referral to children s waiver service and autism waver; and Resources Library. Citizens Advocate Office. 800-332-2272, Office of the Governor, P.O. Box 200801, Helena, MT 59620. Directly charged by the Governor to assist Montanans in their interactions with state executive branch agencies. Dental Lifeline Network - Montana. 888-449-9670. 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. Dial-A-Ride. 758-5728, Eagle Transit, 1333 Willow Glen Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Mailing Address: 160 Kelly Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. County-wide door to door transportation services for seniors and persons with disabilities. Requires eligibility form completion and advanced reservations are required. Disability Awareness Training. 257-0048, 800-995-0029, Summit Independent Living Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 35, Kalispell, MT 59901. Offers educational presentations on a variety of disability subjects presented by individuals with disabilities themselves. Any of the following services can be requested: panel discussions, disability awareness test, hands-on activities, demonstrations or poster sessions. Specific disabilities can be discussed or a general overview of several disabilities may be done. The Kalispell office serves Flathead and Lincoln counties. Disability Benefits Advising. 257-0048, 800-995-0029, Summit Independent Living Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 35, Suite 901, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides assistance in applying for, understanding of, and management of Social Security and other benefits programs. The Kalispell office serves Flathead and Lincoln counties.
26 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition Disability Peer Advocacy Group. 257-0048, 800-995-0029, Summit Independent Living Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 35, Kalispell, MT 59901. Individuals with disabilities are matched one-onone with a peer advocate who has a similar disability for mentoring and support. Peer advocates must complete an intensive training before they are matched with others. Peer Advocates also do community advocacy and education. The Kalispell office serves Flathead and Lincoln counties. Disability Personal Assistance. 406-728-1632 (Missoula), 800-398-9002, Summit Independent Living Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 35, Kalispell, MT 59901. Clients hire, fire, and supervise their own personal care assistant to help them with the activities of daily living. Handles payroll, withholdings, workers comp, and unemployment insurance for the personal assistant. Disability Rights Montana. 800-245-4743 (Voice/TDD), 406-449-2344 (Voice/TDD), 1022 Chestnut Street, Helena, MT 59601. Protects and advocates for the human, legal, and civil rights of Montanans with disabilities while advancing dignity, equality, and self-determination. Disabled Driving Program. 751-4520. Provides important evaluation and training to the elderly or disabled driver. Prior to an on-the-road assessment with our specially equipped vehicle, an occupational therapist will perform an in-clinic safety evaluation that includes visual perception and reaction time. Hosted by the hospital s Outpatient Therapy Services and located at The Summit, 205 Sunnyview Lane, in Kalispell. Disabled Children s Services. 751-1113 Ext.23, 18 West Evergreen Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Helps locate children in School District 50 with disabilities, provides for preliminary diagnostic evaluations and treatment, and helps each child receive services that allow him/her to function at his/her greatest potential. Disability Support Services for Students. 756-3881, Flathead Valley Community College, 777 Grandview Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Assures program access to the college by students with disabilities. Coordinates and provides reasonable accommodations, advocates for an accessible and hospitable learning environment, and promotes self-advocacy on the part of the students served. Discussion Group for Men/Women with Disabilities. 257-0048, Summit Independent Living Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 35, Kalispell, MT 59901. Offers opportunities to: find needed resources; provide and receive encouragement/support; make new friends; discover a renewed purpose; and listen to special guest speakers. Men s group meets 3rd Mondays every month, 6:30 pm, at The Summit Conference Room #2, 205 Sunnyview Lane, in Kalispell. The Women s Group meets 2nd and 4th Fridays every month from 1-3 pm, in the United Way Conference Room at the Gateway Community Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, in Kalispell. DREAM Adaptive Recreation. 862-1817, P.O. Box 4084, Whitefish, MT 59937. DREAM (Disabled Recreation Environmental Access Movement) is a volunteer non-profit organization whose purpose is to promote opportunities for winter and summer activities for children and adults with disabilities. Relies almost exclusively on volunteers to work directly with participants in activities or to assist with raising funds and/or administrative duties. Eagle Transit. 758-5728, 1333 Willow Glen Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Mailing Address: 160 Kelly Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Public and specialized transportation within Flathead County. Curb to curb services for seniors and disabled (Dial-A-Ride). Inter-city fixed routes and commuter routes (Kalispell, Whitefish, and Columbia Falls). Closed Sundays and holidays. Schedules are available. Easter Seals. 800-771-2153, Easter Seals-Goodwill Northern Rocky Mountain Regional Service Center, 4400 Central Avenue, Great Falls, MT 59405. Provides services for children and adults with disabilities and other special needs, and support to their families. Epilepsy Foundation of America. 800-332-1000, 8301 Professional Place, Landover, MD 20785. Epilepsy Association of Montana. P.O. Box 2810, Missoula, MT 59806. No phone number available. Fishing Without Barriers. 752-5501, Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks, 490 North Meridian Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. An annual event held each June on Flathead Lake. Anglers with disabilities are provided free fishing trips aboard charter boats and volunteer boats, from 9 am to Noon, followed by a barbecue and fish fry. Sponsored by the Crossing the Barrier Committee of Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks and the Montana Charter Boat Association. Flathead Industries. 755-7656, 800-757-1204, 66 Fourth Avenue West North, P.O. Box 1916, Kalispell, MT 59903. Provides a variety of services to people with developmental disabilities. Operates thrift stores in Kalispell, Columbia Falls, and Whitefish. Flathead Industries Independent Living Skills Training. 890-2686, P.O. Box 1916, Kalispell, MT 59903. Assists people who have developmental disabilities in learning the basic skills of daily living. Flathead Special Education Cooperative. 257-1857, 15 Meridian Court, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides speech, language, psychological, occupational, physical therapy and preschool services to 16 rural school districts in the area. Conducts Child Find outreach each fall and spring to identify children with special learning needs. Hearing Impaired: Interpreters for the Hearing Impaired. 257-0048, 800-995-0029, Summit Independent Living. Deaf & Hard of Hearing Services. 406-771-9053, Montana Association of the Deaf. Dogs for the Deaf, Inc. 541-826-9220 (Voice/TDD), 10175 Wheeler Road, Central Point, OR 97502. Rescues dogs from shelters and trains them to help people with hearing loss and children with autism. Also trains dogs to work with professionals (physicians, teachers, counselors, therapists, etc.) and assist them in their work with clients, patients, and students. There is an ap plication fee. Help Net - First Call for Help. 752-8181, 800-332-8425, P.O. Box 8181, Kalispell, MT 59904. An information and referral line that links people to services, counselors and support groups. Home & Community Based Services. 752-0580, 1825 Highway 93 South, Suite F, Kalispell, MT 59901. This Medicaid Waiver program addresses the needs of Medicaid eligible Montanans who need assistance/support to meet ongoing health needs by developing/managing home based care. Service by Benefis Spectrum Medical, an affiliate of Benefis Health System in Great Falls, MT. Serves Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Human Therapy On Horseback, Inc. (HTH) 881-4192 (Voice Mail Only), P.O. Box 5565, Kalispell, MT 59903. A community-oriented organization, based on volunteerism, dedicated to seeking donations to help support the costs of therapeutic horseback riding programs. These programs do not receive funding from state/federal agencies or United Way. While the medical community recognizes the success of horseback therapy, insurance companies do not reimburse people who use this therapy; however. HTH will provide financial aid for qualifying individuals. HTH does not own horses nor does it provide the therapy. Horses and therapy are provided by SAMS Riders, Inc. Independent Living Skills Training. 257-0048, 800-995-0029, Summit Independent Living Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 35, Kalispell, MT 59901. Offers a way to develop knowledge, skill and or experience in areas that the consumer chooses. Can be provided one-on-one or in a group workshop. Topics Include: self-esteem, disability adjustment, self advocacy, ADA, time management, money management, etc. The Kalispell office serves Flathead and Lincoln counties. It s Christmas in April. 752-7266, United Way, Gateway Community Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, P.O. Box 7217, Kalispell, MT 59904. Community Service Day held in April to assist persons 60 years of age or older and persons with disabilities with basic home repairs, yard clean up and spring cleaning. A community service event for volunteers of all ages. Journey to Wellness Program. 751-4507, The Summit Medical Fitness Center, 205 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Guides individuals with health challenges (such as diagnosed chronic conditions, orthopedic, or other medical problems) along the way to wellness. Once a physician s referral is acquired, each participant is to establish goals, develop an exercise program, and identify potential barriers to success. Follow-up coaching sessions are scheduled according to each person s individual needs. Kalispell Local Advisory Council on Mental Health (LAC). 752-6003, Kalispell, MT 59901. Works with NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness). Has the Helping People Program, 1343 Sixth Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Lamplighter House. 257-1336, 751-8370, 410 Windward Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. A rehabilitation program designed to help adults with mental illnesses address independent living skills, coping with mental illness, pre-vocational training, socialization, and recreation/leisure activities. Learning Disabilities Association of Montana. 406-248-3802, 3544 Toboggan Road, Billings, MT 59101. Provides information, advocacy and support. Strives to support and assist individuals in becoming confident, contributing citizens of the community. Lighthouse Christian Home. 857-3276, 384 North Somers Road, P.O. Box 8931, Kalispell, MT 59904. A nondenominational, non-profit organization committed to providing life-long care for adults with developmental disabilities through faith, family, and a farm environment. Living Well With A Disability. 257-0048, 800-995-0029, Summit Independent Living Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 35, Kalispell, MT 59901. Workshop for people with all types of disabilities. Ten week course covers goal setting, problem solving, depression, communication, physical activity, nutrition, self advocacy, and more. Gives individuals an opportunity to meet other people with the same or similar disabilities and learn from each other. The Kalispell office serves Flathead and Lincoln counties. Lone Pine Group Home. 257-8161, 1300 Eighth Street West, Kalispell, MT 59901. A group home providing residential care, services may include mental health assistance, treatment options and specialized care. Low Vision Montana. 800-601-5004 (Helpline), P.O. Box 664, Helena, MT 59624. Assists individuals (or their families) in accessing organizations, agencies and community resources that can help low vision or blind individuals live more independently in their communities. Mental Health Crisis Line. 752-6262. 24-hour crisis intervention and assessment services for any person experiencing a mental health crisis. Mental Health Information Resource Center - National Institute. 800-647-2642. Provides information and literature on mental illness by disorder to professionals and the general public. Miracle Field. 752-6644, P.O. Box 1205, Kalispell, MT 59903. 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. Miracle League of Northwest Montana. 752-6644, P.O. Box 1205, Kalispell, MT 59903. 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. Montana Association for the Blind - Leila Proctor Memorial Chapter. 752-2634, 261-6754. A support group whose members share useful information regarding blindness. Mental Health America of Montana (MHA of MT). 877-927-MMHA (6642), P.O. Box 88, Bozeman, MT 59771. Offers telephone support that focuses on educating and advocating for the mental health of all Montanans. Montana Telecommunications Access Program (MTAP). 800-833-8503, 111 North Last Chance Gulch, Suite 2C, P.O. Box 4210, Helena, MT 59604. State agency that offers assistive equipment and services to Montanans whose disabilities make it hard for them to use the phone. Provides educational presentations about its program to civic groups, businesses, organizations, educational institutions, medical groupos, etc. The goal is to inform as many people as possible about its services. Montana Youth Leadership Forum (MYLF). 406-422-2576 (Voice/TDD), 1617 Euclid, Suite 1, Helena, MT 59601. A unique career and leadership training program for high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors with disabilities. MYLF is Pronounced My Life. MonTECH. 800-732-0323, 406-243-5751, 700 South West Higgins Avenue, Suite 250, Missoula, MT 59812. Comprehensive resource center for Assistive Technology (AT) devices, information, training, evaluations, and other AT related supports. Assistive Technology products help people with disabilities accomplish daily living tasks and assist them in communication, education, work or recreation activities. Muscular Dystrophy Association. 406-655-9000, 800-360-4160, 2132 Broadwater Avenue, Suite 1, Billings, MT 59102. Provides clinics four times per year in Missoula. Also has a one-week camp in August for children aged 6-17 who are afflicted with muscular dystrophy. NAMI Flathead (National Alliance on Mental Illness). 752-6003, 205 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Mailing Address: 1343 Sixth Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with mental illness and their families. Works with and meets together with the Kalispell Local Advisory Council on Mental Health. Office of Public Assistance. 751-5900, 121 Financial Drive, Suite A, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Older Blind Program. 888-279-7528, Missoula Blind and Low Vision Services Team, 2675 Palmer Street, Suite A, Missoula, MT 59808. Includes low vision evaluations, purchase of adaptive aids, daily living skill instruction, orientation and mobility training, referral to other agencies, and other supplemental services. Opportunity Resources, Inc. 755-6344, 945 Fourth Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides a wide array of supports for people with developmental disabilities, including assistance with housing, transportation, recreation and jobs. Outpatient Pediatric Therapies at the Summit. 751-4520, 205 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides therapy for infants and children with special needs ranging from developmental delays to neurological/orthopedic diagnoses. Program administered by Kalispell Regional Healthcare. Paint The Town. 752-7266, 888-720-7266, United Way, Gateway Community Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 31, P.O. Box 7217, Kalispell, MT 59904. Two day community service event for volunteers of all ages. Program focuses on painting projects for the elderly and for persons with disabilities as well as non-profit agencies. People First of Kalispell. 756-5488, Special Friends Advocacy, 230 Second Street East, Kalispell, MT 59901. A self-directed group for adults who have a disability. Activities include: recreational, volunteer activities, peer support, educational presentations, and consumer representation. Personal Care Attendant Services: A Plus Health Care. 755-4968, 877-755-4968. 1310 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Serves Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, Sanders, and Glacier counties. Addus HealthCare. 257-1101, 866-349-1101, P.O. Box 9316, Kalispell, MT 59904. Provides personal assistance services in Northwestern Montana. Agape Home Care. 755-4633, P.O. Box 10097, Kalispell, MT 59904. Comfort Keepers. 755-4030, 95 Indian Trail Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Every Day Home Care. 249-6071. Express Employment Professionals. 257-2255, 4 Sunset Plaza, #101, Kalispell, MT 59901. Loyal Care In-Home Assistance. 752-0146, 702 East Idaho Street, Kalispell, MT 59901.
The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition 27 Personal Touch Home Care. 758-5422, 752-6565, 800-344-5979. Serves Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Radio Reading Service. 406-721-1998, 800-942-7323, Montana Audio Information Network, 337 Stephens Avenue, P.O. Box 4126, Missoula, MT 59806. A 24-hour state-wide reading service which provides newspapers and other local publications in audio format to to blind, low-vision and physically print-impaired individuals. Rake Up The Flathead. 752-7266, 888-720-7266, United Way, Gateway Community Center, P.O. Box 7217, Kalispell, Suite 31, MT 59904. One day community service event in November of each year to assist elderly and disabled with fall yard work. A community service event for volunteers of all ages. Relay Service for the Deaf, Hearing and/or Speech Impaired. 7-1-1, 800-833-8503. Offers access to telephone services nationwide. By dialing 7-1-1, the Montana Relay Service makes it possible to make phone calls between a standard telephone and a text telephone. SAMS Riders, Inc. 752-7959, 330 Lore Lake Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides therapeutic riding sessions to children and adults with a wide range of conditions, including autism, ADHD, ADD, Apraxia, at-risk for developmental delay, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, muscular dystrophy, multiple sclerosis, motor and sensory impairments, scoliosis, stroke survivors, and many more. The barn has an indoor riding arena where many of the sessions take place during cold or inclement weather. Donations raised by Human Therapy On Horseback, Inc., help defray the costs of these riding programs. Self-Esteem For Women With Disabilities. 257-0048, 800-995-0029, Summit Independent Living Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 35, Kalispell, MT 59901. A 6-8 week workshop for women with disabilities to address issues unique to women and their role in society. The Kalispell office serves Flathead and Lincoln counties. Sign Language Classes. 257-0048, 800-995-0029, Summit Independent Living Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 35, Kalispell, MT 59901. Classes from beginning to advanced levels are taught by people who are deaf. The Kalispell office serves Flathead and Lincoln counties. Social Security Administration. 888-487-0150 (Kalispell), 800-772-1213 (National), 275 Corporate Drive, Suite D, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Special Education Services: Columbia Falls School District 6. 892-6562, 501 Sixth Avenue West, P.O. Box 1259, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Kalispell School District 5. 751-3408, 233 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Whitefish School District 44. 862-8655, 600 East Second Street, Whitefish, MT 59937. Special Friends Advocacy Program. 756-5488, 230 Second Street East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Assists people with special needs in Flathead, Lake, and Lincoln counties with: Housing; Benefits for payee services; Medical; Self-advocacy; Referrals to appropriate services; and Advocates for the rights and dignity of those who have a disability. Also coordinates discounted transportation. Special Olympics Montana. 800-242-6876, P.O. Box 3507, Great Falls, MT 59403. Recreational events for persons aged 8 and older with intellectual disabilities. Summit Independent Living Center, Inc. 257-0048, 800-995-0029, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 35, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Montana Talking Book Library. 800-332-3400, 1515 East Sixth Avenue, P.O. Box 201800, Helena, MT 59620. Montana residents who are unable to use standard print materials due to visual, physical and/ or reading disabilities are eligible to apply to the Library for free mail loan of recorded books, magazines, and playback equipment. Schools, public libraries, nursing homes and other institutions (independent/ assisted living facilities) can participate in talking book and magazines services as a direct link to eligible individuals they serve. Transportation Options. 756-5488, Special Friends Advocacy, 230 Second Street East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Special Friends Advocacy coordinates transportation for escorted fun trips to recreational activities and discounted taxi rides for people with disabilities. University of Montana Rural Institute. 406-243-5467, 52 Corbin Hall, University of MT, Missoula, MT 59812. Improves the independence, productivity and community integration of rural Americans with disabilities. Service, training, technical assistance, research and information dissemination activities. Vocational Rehabilitation Services. 751-5940, 877-296-1760, 121 Financial Drive, Suite B, Kalispell, MT 59901. Assists persons with disabilities to become employed. Services include evaluation, counseling and guidance, training/education, job coaching and placement, on-the-job training, financial assistance, medical services, and assistive devices. Work Incentives Planning and Assistance. 257-0048, 800-995-0029, Summit Independent Living Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 35, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. FAMILY RESOURCES Alison Score Foundation for Breast Cancer Education. 293-6242, 83 Collins Avenue, P.O. Box 762, Libby, MT 59923. 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. Autism Society of America - Northwest Montana Chapter. 257-8758, P.O. Box 2528, Kalispell, MT 59903. For Montana residents in Flathead, Glacier, Lake, Lincoln and Sanders counties. Baby Steps. 751-8110, Community Health Services, Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Baby Steps provides support for successful pregnancies and parenting through age 5, one baby step at a time. This program replaces MIAMI and the Follow Me Program. Bike Helmets and Safety. 751-8101, Health Promotion Services, Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Offers bicycle safety education and low-cost bicycle and skateboard helmets. Breast Feeding Education & Support Group. 752-1745, Kalispell Regional Healthcare, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Education about nutrition and weaning, individual assistance provided. Free class meets weekly. CASA For Kids of Flathead County (Court Appointed Special Advocates). 755-7208, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 39, Kalispell, MT 59903. Trained volunteers are court appointed to advocate on behalf of abused and neglected children in the court system. The Voices For CASA Foundation provides continuing support. Carroll College Summer Gifted Institute. 406-447-4365, 1601 North Benton, Helena, MT 59625. 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. Workshops, classes and activities with adults and peers. Catholic Social Services of Montana. 800-BABY-DUE (800-222-9383), 1301 11th Avenue, P.O. Box 907, Helena, MT 59624. Provides free, confidential counseling and services to women experiencing an unplanned pregnancy. An open adoption agency. Child & Adult Care Food Program (CACFP). 756-1414, 800-204-0644, The Nurturing Center, 146 Third Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. The Center sponsors this program in Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. It is a federal program that provides funding for nutritious meals and snacks to children while they are in registered child care.
28 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition Child & Family Services. 751-5950, 121 Financial Drive, Suite C, Kalispell, MT 59901. Protects children who have been or are at substantial risk of abuse, neglect or abandonment. Mission is to keep children safe and families strong. A division of Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services. Child Abuse/Neglect Hotline. 866-820-5437 (Free/24 Hours/7 Days), 866-341-8811 (TTY-Hearing Impaired). Montana Child & Family Services Division. Investigation and protective services for suspected child abuse and neglect cases. Child Care Assistance Program. 756-1414, 800-204-0644, The Nurturing Center, 146 Third Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Child care scholarships are available to families through the Best Beginnings Program to help pay for child care while parents work, attend high school or college, or participate in the TANF (Temporary Assistance to Needy Families) program. Also assists child care referrals. Child Development Center. 755-2425, 866-755-2425, 1725 Highway 35, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides the following services for children aged 0 (zero) to adult having developmental delays or disabilities and their families: Evaluation & Diagnosis; Family Education and Support; Autism Insurance Services; OBRA (Services for People with Developmental Disabilities under the OBRA Law); Referral to children s waiver service and autism waver; and Resources Library. Child Safety Seat Inspections. 751-8106, Health Promotion Services, Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Offers guidance regarding child passenger safety seats and the law; help in choosing a car seat that is appropriate for a particular child s height and weight; correct car seat installation and restraining a child in a car seat. Child Support Enforcement Program. 800-346-5437 (Hotline), 406-329-7910, 2675 Palmer Street, Suite C, Missoula, MT 59808. State agency that assists single parents in securing child support from the absentee parent. Establishes paternity and support orders. Covers Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, Sanders and other counties. Childbirth Classes for First-time Parents. 863-3535, North Valley Hospital, 1600 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT 59937. A free six-week (or one-day refresher) workshop instructed by North Valley Hospital Registered Nurses and intended to maximize the enjoyment of your childbirth experience. Childbirth/Parenting Classes. 752-1745, KRH OB Department, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Variety of topics including weekly childbirth preparation classes, support groups for new moms, basic training sessions for dads-to-be, infant CPR, and parenting classes. Christmas Assistance. 257-HELP (4357), Salvation Army, 110 Bountiful Drive, P.O. Box 8357, Kalispell, MT 59904. Provides Christmas gifts and food boxes to families in need through the Toy n Joy and Adopt-A-Family Programs. Christmas At Our House Dinner. The annual dinner is held at the Armed Forces Reserve Center, 2989 Highway 93 North, in Kalispell. Everyone in the community is offered the opportunity for a FREE turkey and ham dinner on the second Saturday of December to help celebrate the holiday season. Traditionally hosted by the 495th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion of the Montana Army National Guard and served at the Armed Forces Reserve Center. Citizens Advocate Office. 800-332-2272, Office of the Governor, P.O. Box 200801, Helena, MT 59620. Directly charged by the Governor to assist Montanans in their interactions with state executive branch agencies. Clear Choice Clinic. 257-5700, 1281 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Community Birth Center. 260-4455, Montana Midwives Cooperative, 1320 Second Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides affordable, holistic, and comprehensive care to women in all stages of life, especially the child-bearing years. Offers a free consultation. Community Health Services. 751-8110, Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Day of Caring. 752-7266, 888-720-7266, United Way, Gateway Community Center, Suite 31, P.O. Box 7217, Kalispell, MT 59904. One day community service event that focuses on corporate volunteerism held in the fall of each year hosted by the United Way Volunteer Center. Family Assistance Center (FAC). 758-3100 Ext 5180, 877-706-7598, 2989 Highway 93 North, Kalispell, MT 59901. Offers information and referral services to military families from all branches, whether active, Guard/Reserve, or retired. Family Friendly Flathead (FFF). 257-0720, 305 East Evergreen, P.O. Box 5590, Kalispell, MT 59903. Family Friendly Flathead encourages families to spend quality fun time with each other without having to break-the-bank. FFF brings families and communities back together by offering free or affordable activities year round. Family Resource Center. 756-1414, 800-204-0644, The Nurturing Center, 146 Third Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Parenting support including individual parenting consultations, parenting workshops and support groups; a lending library featuring literature on a wide array of parenting topics; personalized referrals for community resources including, housing, basic needs, support groups and contact information for counselors; and public access computers with internet access. FamilyWIZE Prescription Drug Discount Card Program. 752-7266, 888-720-7266, United Way, Gateway Community Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 31, P.O. Box 7217, Kalispell, MT 59904. The discount cards for prescriptions are available to anyone - no eligibility, no registration, no income limit, any age. Almost all pharmacies participate. The free cards are distributed through the United Way and Volunteer Center. Family Concepts (Sunburst Foundation). 756-8721, 2282 Highway 93 South, Suite 1, Kalispell, MT 59901. Nurtures positive parenting in a physically safe and emotionally healthy environment. Offers parenting classes and works with the Department of Family Services to supervise visitation between a parent and his/her child. Family Court Services - 11th Judicial District Court. 758-5724, 935 First Avenue West, Suite FC, Kalispell, MT 59901. Facilitates court ordered assessments for custody of minor children. Offers dispute resolution for parents who are separated or divorced regarding child custody regulations upon court order. Administers under age marriage requests. Family Literacy Program. 257-7323, Literacy Volunteers, 1203 Highway 2 East, Suite 30, P.O. Box 3234, Kalispell, MT 59903. Trained Volunteer tutors provide free, confidential instruction for adults and families desiring basic literacy skills: reading, writing, math, and English as a second language (ESL). FamilyBorn Maternity & Women s Health. 751-8009, 210 Sunnyview Lane, Suite 101, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. First Touch Infant Massage. 863-3535, North Valley Hospital, 1600 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT 59937. A free class led by a Certified Infant Massage instructor. Held monthly. Flathead Community Health Center (CHC). 751-8113 (Medical), 751-8221 (Dental), Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Flathead Valley Chemical Dependency Clinic. 756-6453, 1312 North Meridian Road, P.O. Box 7115, Kalispell, MT 59904. Community based outpatient substance abuse treatment and prevention services. Free to Choo$e. 752-6565, 800-344-5979, Community Action Partnership of Northwest Montana (CAPNM), 214 Main Street, P.O. Box 8300, Kalispell, MT 59904. Is a financial education course, by CAPNM and Park Side Federal Credit union, that offers an opportunity to learn about budgeting, banking, saving, credit cards and loans. Individuals and families who complete the class can work through a mentor program for up to a year of support and have an opportunity to access a small line of credit to assist in building or rebuilding credit. Includes dinner, child care and a youth class at each session. Grandparent Class. 752-1745, Kalispell Regional Healthcare OB Department, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. First time grandparents leave this fun class educated about the latest trends and issues for new parents, such as childbirth, infant feeding, and car seat safety. Head Start. 752-7011, Northwest Montana Head Start, 79 Seventh Avenue East North, Kalispell, MT 59901. Offers early education for children 3 through 5 years of age who are living in limited income families. Provides family support, health, mental health, nutrition, and social services to children and those with disabilities. Columbia Falls/Whitefish (North Valley Center). 892-4144, 752-7011, 80 Railroad Street, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Mailing address: 79 Seventh Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Also serves all Canyon resident children. Eureka (Tobacco Valley Center). 297-5507, 752-7011, 235 Seventh Street East, Eureka, MT 59917. Mailing address: 79 Seventh Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Located in the Eureka Elementary School. Kalispell Center. 752-7011, 79 Seventh Avenue East North, Kalispell, MT 59901. Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies. 406-449-8611, 400 North Park Avenue, Helena, MT 59601. Insures that no Montana babies aged zero to three years of age are in jeopardy but instead are welcome, safe, healthy, and treasured. Help Net - First Call for Help. 752-8181, 800-332-8425, P.O. Box 8181, Kalispell, MT 59904. An information and referral line that links people to services, counselors and support groups. HMK - Healthy Montana Kids (Affordable Health Care For Children). 751-8224, Flathead City- County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Hockaday Museum Art Education. 755-5268, 302 Second Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Includes sessions for children held after school and on Saturdays with sections for home schooled children; workshops and classes for adults; docent programs for senior citizens; and a Traveling Medicine Show about Native American Art. Scholarships are available. Volunteers who wish to become docents are always welcome. Hope For The Holidays. 752-7266, United Way, Gateway Community Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, P.O. Box 7217, Kalispell, MT 59904. A collaborative project of all non-profit agencies that provide services during the holiday season. Coordinated by the United Way. Hope Pregnancy Ministries. 257-5700, 1281 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Hope Pregnancy Resource Center. 257-6006, Hope Pregnancy Ministries, 940 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Offers resources to men and women from the time they find out they re pregnant through the first 24 months of their child s life. Each client is matched with a mentor who is committed to developing a relationship that emphasizes education in the areas of healthy pregnancy, parenting, positive lifestyle choices, spiritual growth and many other areas. Earn While You Learn. is a material assistance program designed to reward learning, foster responsibility, and nurture relationships with the clients who come to the Center. These clients have two overriding needs: Parenting skills and baby supplies. This program allows mothers and fathers to earn Mommy Money or Daddy Bucks to spend in our wellsupplied baby store which offers diapers, clothing (newborn-2t), baby furniture and various other baby items. (The community is very generous in supplying new and gently used items to benefit our clients.) Immunizations. 751-8110, Community Health Services, Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. For adults and children: seasonal influenza vaccination clinics, travel immunizations, and children s recommended immunizations for ages 2 months - 18 years. Infant Massage Class. 752-1745, OB Department, Kalispell Regional Healthcare, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Parents learn how to connect with and comfort baby through touch. Infant Safety and CPR. 752-1745, Kalispell Regional Medical Center OB Department, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Focuses on the safety of the newborn. Potential home hazards and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome will be discussed, in addition to an opportunity to learn and practice CPR techniques that could potentially save a life. Kids Night Out. 751-4136, The Summit Medical Fitness Center, 205 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Gives parents the opportunity to have a date with each other while quality child care and an evening of fun activities are provided for their children (ages 6-12) from 5:30-9:00 pm, the second Saturday of each month, October - April. Kinship Care / Grandparents Raising Grandchildren. 756-1414, 800-204-0644, The Nurturing Center, 146 Third Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides information, research resources, and support. Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP). 752-5433, 800-344-5979, Community Action Partnership of Northwest Montana (CAPNM), 214 Main Street, P.O. Box 8300, Kalispell, MT 59904. Assists with primary heating costs during the winter months for low-income families or individuals. Also helps obtain discounts provided by the utility company and provides tips for conservation. Services are available in Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Lutherans For Life. 257-1391, Flathead Chapter. 888-364-5433, National office, 1120 South G Avenue, Nevada, IA 50201. Lutheran Social Services of Montana. 800-726-3083 (General Questions), 800-339-6058, 17 Second Street East, Suite 207, Kalispell, MT 59901. A statewide social service agency providing general counseling, unplanned pregnancy counseling, education and consultation for birth parents or adoptive parents. Make a Difference Day. 752-7266, 888-720-7266, United Way, Gateway Community Center, Suite 31, P.O. Box 7217, Kalispell, MT 59904. Community service day for volunteers that assists non profit agencies with work or tasks that need to be completed. Volunteers may work for one half day or all day on this special event project which is held annually. Maternal Child Health Program. 751-8110, Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. MCC Weatherization Project. 755-3619, Montana Conservation Corps (MCC), 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 27, Kalispell, MT 59901. Participates in the weatherization program implemented through the Montana Warm Hearts Warm Homes initiative. With the training and supplies they are given, teams, each composed of two or three MCC members, spend time around the state at multiple homes each day installing energy-saving devices to help out low-income residents.
Mommy & Me Support Group. 752-1745, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. The group meets weekly and is perfect for new moms. Provides education, support and fun. Once a month, a specific topic of interest for new parents will be discussed. MOMS - Moms Offering Moms Support. 260-2417, 257-5683, Trinity Lutheran Church, 400 West California, Kalispell, MT 59901. Support group for mothers with young children. Free babysitting is provided for children ages birth to five years. Montana ProLife Coalition. 270-0606, P.O. Box 2758, Bigfork, MT 59911. A grassroots, Montanabased citizen s group that focuses on mobilizing pro-life Montanans who wish to get involved. Montana Woman Foundation. 755-5753, Montana Woman Foundation, 1103 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides assistance for the success of Montana women of all ages and encourages these women to then give back to their communities by helping fellow Montana women in need, no matter their social, economic, or cultural differences. Montana Woman s Clothes Closet. 755-5753, Montana Woman Foundation, 1103 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. During two weekends a year, gently worn donated clothing is available at affordable prices to women starting new careers and are in need of professional work clothes. Montana Youth Leadership Forum (MYLF). 406-422-2576 (Voice/TDD), 1617 Euclid, Suite 1, Helena, MT 59601. A unique career and leadership training program for high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors with disabilities. MYLF is Pronounced My Life. Mother-Baby Support Group. 863-3535, North Valley Professional Office Building, 711 13th Street East, Whitefish, MT 59937. Parents, mothers (bring your babies), and mothers-to-be are invited to this weekly social gathering on Mondays, 12:30-2 pm. A North Valley Hospital Registered Nurse hosts the free event and is available to answer questions and educate on the many at home infant-caring fundamentals. Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS). 212-3460, 214-6334. Meets at Easthaven Baptist Church, 2010 Whitefish Stage, Kalispell, MT 59901. Mutual Self-Help Housing Program. 752-6565, 800-344-5979, Community Action Partnership of Northwest Montana (CAPNM), 214 Main Street, P.O. Box 8300, Kalispell, MT 59904. 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. New Economy Project (NEP). 752-6565, 800-344-5979, Community Action Partnership (CAPNM), 214 Main Street, P.O. Box 8300, Kalispell, MT 59904. The new economy of today is more confusing and complicated to navigate than ever before. Many individuals who lack the resources and tools necessary to navigate this new economy are left unequipped to make sound financial decisions. NEP provides a comprehensive, individualized planning and training program consisting of training, mentoring and advocacy designed to break down economic barriers. Services are available in Flathead County. Northwest Family Recovery Program. 862-1112, 309 Wisconsin Avenue, P.O. Box 1763, Whitefish, MT 59937. Individuals, couples, and family counseling related to sex offenses, sex addiction, victimization, and co-dependency issues. Group members must be pre-screened and are generally referred through the court system. Exceptions will be considered case by case. Nurturing Center. 756-1414, 800-204-0644, 146 Third Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Helps families face the many and diverse challenges parents face while raising their children. The Center s goal is to ensure that children are treated with respect and live in safety with secure, healthy, nurturing relationships. Serves Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Office of Public Assistance. 751-5900, 121 Financial Drive, Suite A, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Orphan s Lifeline of Hope International. 257-0868, P.O. Box 1100, Kalispell, MT 59903. Offers a free adoption information packet showing options, processes and resources. Also offers free adoption consultation and referral for those thinking of adopting a child. Lifeline s major purpose is to provide food, clothing, medicine, education, a home and HOPE to thousands of orphans around the world every day. Parent Share. 756-1414, 800-204-0644, The Nurturing Center, 146 Third Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. A networking group for parents with children aged 5 or under. Pathways Treatment Center. 756-3950, 800-752-3950, 200 Heritage Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides acute inpatient services for Northwest Montana clients who have mental health and/or substance abuse issues. Post Abortion Healing Support. 257-6006, Hope Pregnancy Ministries, 940 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Offers an interfaith post abortion, biblically-based support group. Any woman, at any stage of healing is welcome to join with other women who have faced a loss of pregnancy through abortion. Embrace the process of reshaping the past within the guidelines of a ten-week program using the book Forgiven and Set Free. Project Lifesaver. 758-5585, Search and Rescue Coordinator, Flathead County Sheriff s Office, 800 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Ronald McDonald House: Aids families whose children are facing life-threatening injury or illness. The Ronald McDonald Houses let families stay close by and visit their children easily. Ronald McDonald Family Rooms provide a place for families to rest and regroup. Kalispell. 752-5111, Ronald McDonald Room, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Opened in 2013 and is initially available for day use, 7 a.m to 7 p.m. Located in Kalispell Regional Medical Center (KRMC) near the Birthing Center. It provides a convenient spot for parents with infants in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit or with children in other pediatric service areas. Anyone with a child under 21 who is receiving long-term treatment at KRMC is welcome to apply to use the room. Missoula. 406-541-7646, 3003 Fort Missoula Road, Missoula, MT 59804. Located on the cam pus of Community Medical Center in Missoula. Spokane. 509-624-0500, 1015 West Fifth Avenue, Spokane, WA 99204. Located one block west of Deaconess Medical Center and Shriners Hospital for Children. Safe Havens. 756-1414, 800-204-0644, The Nurturing Center, 146 Third Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Creates a comfortable place for children and parents to visit when one parent may be absent from the child s life. Children benefit from consistent, healthy contact with their parent and Safe Haven s goal is to provide the opportunity for parenting time to happen in a completely safe, supportive environment. School Supplies. 257-HELP (4357), Salvation Army, 110 Bountiful Drive, P.O. Box 8357, Kalispell, MT 59904. Provides eligible children with new school supplies such as backpacks, paper, pencils, etc., for starting the school year. Stillwater Therapeutic Services. 752-6100, 418 Windward Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Child Case Management, Family Based Services, Individual & Family Counseling, Psychiatric Services, Sinopah House (Group Home), Therapeutic Foster Care. The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition 29 Sykes Thanksgiving Day Dinner. 257-4305, Sykes Diner & Market, 202 Second Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. A free Thanksgiving dinner is served and is open to everyone. Transportation may be provided if needed. Deliveries are offered, if needed. Volunteers to help with the dinner are always needed. Sponsored by several local charitable organizations and churches. TANF (Temporary Assistance to Needy Families). 751-5900, 800-332-2272, Office of Public Assistance, 121 Financial Drive, Suite A, Kalispell, MT 59901. TANF cash is a state block grant program providing cash assistance to eligible families. Promotes job preparation and work for those who have low or very low income and are under-employed (working for very low wages), unemployed or about to become unemployed. Toys For Tots. 249-8761. Collects new, unwrapped toys from mid-october through December 20th every year and distributes those toys as Christmas gifts to needy children in the community. Parents of needy children need to register their children. Turtle Bay. 844-2890, 7325 Highway 93 South, Suite A, Lakeside, MT 59922. Intensive therapeutic outpatient services for children and adolescents with emotional problems. United Way Volunteer Center. 752-7266, 888-720-7266, United Way, Gateway Community Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, P.O. Box 7217, Kalispell, MT 59904. Volunteer placement services for teens and adults looking for volunteer opportunities. Eight one-day community service days. Violence Free Crisis Line. 752-7273. Confidential crisis hotline for victims of domestic and sexual violence. Offers crisis intervention, nonjudgmental support, information and referrals, and access to Abbie Shelter services. Voices for CASA Foundation. 241 First Avenue East, Suite C, P.O. Box 918, Kalispell, MT 59903. A non-profit organization whose sole purpose is the continuing support of CASA for Kids of Flathead County. Contributions enable more CASA volunteers to be trained to advocate for abused and neglected children in court. All contributions are tax deductible. Volunteer of the Year Program. 752-7266, 888-720-7266, United Way, Gateway Community Center, Suite 31, P.O. Box 7217, Kalispell, MT 59904. 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. Weatherization Program. 755-7363, 888-750-7360, Community Action Partnership of Northwest Montana (CAPNM), 214 Main Street, P.O. Box 8300, Kalispell, MT 59904. Helps reduce the high cost of energy for low-income households. Installs a combination of energy saving measures such as wall, attic and floor insulation, decreases the amount of air infiltration from doors and windows and performs efficiency and safety checks on heating systems. Special consideration is given to emergencies, elderly and disabled individuals. Services are available in Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Whitefish Study Center. 406-270-0900, 231 First Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. Offers tutoring in English, History, Math and Science as scheduled or walk-in services. SAT/ACT preparation is offered in 4-week classes that meet twice a week for college-bound students from around the Flathead Valley. Rates vary based on subject matter and duration of need. Discount packages are available for students with extended or recurring needs. Also offers Home School Curriculum development for home school families in Northwest Montana. WIC (Women, Infants & Children). 751-8170, Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Supplemental nutrition program for women, infants and children. Provides valuable nutrition information, breast feeding support, health care referrals, and nutritious foods. Columbia Falls. 892-4811, 501 Sixth Avenue West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Kalispell. 751-8170, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. SENIOR CITIZEN RESOURCES AARP Montana. 866-295-7278, Association of Retired Persons, 30 West Fourteenth Street, Suite 301, Helena, MT 59601. Offers information on group, auto and homeowners insurance, physical fitness, sponsors social and recreational activities, Tax-Aide and the AARP Driver Safety Education Program. AARP Driver Safety Education. Completing a class can reduce insurance premiums for drivers age 50 and over. Four-hour classes are held at various times and these locations have more information: Bigfork Senior Center (837-4157), Columbia Falls Senior Center (892-4087), North Valley Hospital (863-3627), and The Summit (751-4500). These classes are also announced in area local newspapers. AARP Tax-Aide Program. 888-227-7669. The Tax-Aide Program offers free tax services, by appointment only, for low-to-middle income taxpayers with special attention given to those aged 60 and over, ensuring they receive applicable tax credits and deductions. Tax-Aide sites are open annually from February 1 to April 15; call to locate a site near you. Addresses of these sites are announced in January in area local newspapers as physical locations may change from year to year. Adult Protective Services (APS). 755-6491, 755-6493, 751-5968, 751-5975, 121 Financial Drive, Suite B, Kalispell, MT 59901. An agency given authority by the Montana legislature to investigate reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of individuals over 60 years of age or developmentally disabled adults over 18 years of age. In instances of imminent danger to the individual, APS may remove the individual from danger and arrange for a safe, temporary living situation. The Kalispell office serves Flathead County. Area IX Agency on Aging. 758-5730, 160 Kelly Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Serves persons 60 years and older by providing direct services, contracting for services, and networking with the community to locate services. Offers: Carrier Alert Program, Companion Care Registry, Congregate Meal Sites, Hats & Mittens Project, Homemaker Services, Legal Counseling, Meals on Wheels, Ombudsman Program, Referral & Information, Respite Care Program, RSVP (Retired & Senior Volunteer Program), Senior Citizen Escort/Errand Service, Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP), SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program), and Telephone Reassurance. See individual listings for specific program details. Alzheimer s Association - Montana Chapter. 800-272-3900 (National Helpline), 406-252-3053, 3010 Eleventh Avenue North, Billings, MT 59101. Helpline available 24 hours a day / 7 days a week. Information, referral, and support. Alzheimer s Support Groups: Bigfork. 837-5041, Lake View Care Center, 1050 Grand Avenue, Bigfork, MT 59911. A transi tional care facility. Columbia Falls. 892-3256 Ext 261, Montana Veterans Home, 400 Veterans Drive, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Kalispell. 752-9622. Meets at Buffalo Hill Terrace (Immanuel Lutheran Corporation), 185 Crest line Avenue, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kalispell. 755-4483, Renaissance Assisted Living, 645 Liberty Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Big Sky Rx. 866-369-1233 (Montana Only), 406-444-1233, P.O. Box 202915, Helena, MT 59620. Big Sky Rx helps pay monthly Medicare Drug Part D plan premiums for qualified Montana residents who are on Medicare. A State of Montana program administered by the Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS). Care Team Ministry. 752-9622, Immanuel Lutheran Communities, 185 Crestline Avenue, Kalispell, MT 59901. Care teams, staffed by volunteers from area churches, provide socialization for the elderly and individualized support for anyone with special needs. Practical, emotional, and spiritual support is offered for persons who live alone or depend on a single caregiver. Carrier Alert Program. 758-5730, Area IX Agency on Aging, 160 Kelly Road, Suite A, Kalispell, MT 59901. A sticker in the mailbox alerts the mail carrier to call Agency on Aging if mail is not picked up within 24 hours. Citizens Advocate Office. 800-332-2272, Office of the Governor, P.O. Box 200801, Helena, MT 59620. Directly charged by the Governor to assist Montanans in their interactions with state executive branch agencies.
30 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition Companion Care Registry. 758-5730, Area IX Agency on Aging, 160 Kelly Road, Suite A, Kalispell, MT 59901. A directory of screened in-home workers who can be hired privately to meet home and personal care needs. Congregate Meal Sites. 758-5710, Area IX Agency on Aging, 160 Kelly Road, Suite A, Kalispell, MT 59901. Meals are available at Senior Centers throughout Flathead Valley with information available at Area IX Agency on Aging about locations and times. Dental Lifeline Network - Montana. 888-449-9670. 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. Dial-A-Ride. 758-5728, Eagle Transit, 1333 Willow Glen Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Mailing Address: 160 Kelly Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. County-wide transportation services for seniors and persons with disabilities. Requires eligibility form completion and advanced reservations are required. Diabetes Care & Prevention Center. 751-5454, Kalispell Regional Medical Center, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides outpatient clinical and educational services to teach adults, children, and adolescents how to manage their diabetes. Eagle Transit. 758-5728, 1333 Willow Glen Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Mailing Address: 160 Kelly Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Public and specialized transportation within Flathead County. Curb to curb services for seniors and disabled (Dial-A-Ride). Inter-city fixed routes and commuter routes (Kalispell, Whitefish, and Columbia Falls). Closed Sundays and holidays. Schedules are available. Eagleview West Senior Care Services. 752-5821, 2690 Haywire Gulch, Kalispell, MT 59901. Elder Care Management, geriatric consulting, Long Term Care coordination, Alzheimer s/dementia Specialist. Elder Abuse Hotline. 800-551-3191, Senior and Long Term Care Division, Montana DPHHS. Elder Abuse Prevention. 877-327-7886, 406-327-7886, Western Montana Chapter for the Prevention of Elder Abuse, 2681 Palmer Street, Suite K, Missoula, MT 59808. Dedicated to promoting community action against the abuse of vulnerable adults. Programs available to those in need are: Guardianship Program, Conservatorship Program, Representative Payee Trustee Program, and Prevention of Financial Abuse Program. Elder Care Locator Service. 800-677-1116. Designed to help older adults and their families and caregivers find their way through the maze of services for seniors by identifying trustworthy local support resources. The Eldercare Locator is administered in partnership with the National Association of Area Agencies on Aging. Elder Law. 800-332-2272. 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. Experience Works, Inc. 406-543-2300, 3700 South Russell Street, Missoula, MT 59801. A government funded, charitable, community-based organization that helps older adults get the training they need to find good jobs in their communities. FamilyWIZE Prescription Drug Discount Card Program. 752-7266, 888-720-7266, United Way, Gateway Community Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 31, P.O. Box 7217, Kalispell, MT 59904. The discount cards for prescriptions are available to anyone - no eligibility, no registration, no income limit, any age. Almost all pharmacies participate. The free cards are distributed through the United Way and Volunteer Center. Flathead Community Health Center (CHC). 751-8113 (Medical), 751-8221 (Dental), Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Flathead County Home Health. 751-6800, 736 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Nursing, Medical Social Work, Speech Therapy, Physical and Occupational Therapy, and Home Health Aides. An agency of Flathead City-County Health Department. Flathead Valley New Horizons Band. 257-1790. Meets at the Christian Center, 255 Summit Ridge Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides an opportunity for senior citizens to try something new and keep themselves young and enjoying life. Performs around the valley as a way to learn music and make friends. Grandparent Class. 752-1745, Kalispell Regional Healthcare OB Department, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. First time grandparents leave this fun class educated about the latest trends and issues for new parents, such as childbirth, infant feeding, and car seat safety. Grocery Delivery Service. 257-6230 (To Place Orders). Available only to low-income, home-bound people. Orders must be called in on Thursdays from 9 am - 1 pm. The order will be filled at the Kalispell Rosauer s on Friday mornings and delivered on Fridays starting at 1 pm. The delivered groceries must be paid for by check or debit card number at the time of delivery which means someone must be home to receive them. The grocery deliveries are made by volunteers from the United Way Volunteer Center. Hearing - Licensed Audiologists: Family Hearing Professionals, Inc. 257-4327, 795 Sunset Boulevard, Kalispell, MT 59901. Glacier Hearing Services. 752-1014, 160 Heritage Way, Suite 203, Kalispell, MT 59901. Moore Hearing. 257-2273, 10 Three Mile Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Help Net - First Call for Help. 752-8181, 800-332-8425, P.O. Box 8181, Kalispell, MT 59904. An information and referral line that links people to services, counselors and support groups. Home & Community Based Services. 752-0580, 1825 Highway 93 South, Suite F, Kalispell, MT 59901. This Medicaid Waiver program addresses the needs of Medicaid eligible Montanans who need assistance/support to meet ongoing health needs by developing/managing home based care. Service by Benefis Spectrum Medical, an affiliate of Benefis Health System in Great Falls, MT. Serves Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Homemaker Services. 758-5730, Area IX Agency on Aging, 160 Kelly Road, Suite A, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides homemaker services for maintenance or light housekeeping. Not meant to do heavy duty cleaning. Immunizations. 751-8110, Community Health Services, Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. For adults and children: seasonal influenza vaccination clinics, travel immunizations, and children s recommended immunizations for ages 2 months - 18 years. It s Christmas in April. 752-7266, United Way, Gateway Community Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, P.O. Box 7217, Kalispell, MT 59904. Community Service Day held in April to assist persons 60 years of age or older and persons with disabilities with basic home repairs, yard clean up and spring cleaning. A community service event for volunteers of all ages. Kinship Care / Grandparents Raising Grandchildren. 756-1414, 800-204-0644, The Nurturing Center, 146 Third Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides information, research resources, and support. Lakeside Senior Lunch Bunch. 261-3557, P.O. Box 162, Lakeside, MT 59922. The Senior Lunch program, provided by the Agency on Aging, is held at the Lakeside Community Chapel, Highway 93 & Adams Street, in Lakeside. Congregate meals are served Tuesdays and Thursdays, Noon - 12:30 pm. Donations towards costs are appreciated and reservations for meals are required. Volunteer opportunities include delivering meals to home-bound seniors. Legal Counseling. 758-5730, Area IX Agency on Aging, 160 Kelly Road, Suite A, Kalispell, MT 59901. Offers 30-minute sessions on a donation basis with an attorney one day a month to help with legal or estate matters. Legal Services Developer for the Elderly. 800-332-2272 (During Normal Business Hours). The Montana Legal Services Developer in the 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. Lifeline Phone System. 752-6111, 800-525-5982, Kalispell Medical Equipment, 55 Third Avenue East North, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP). 752-5433, 800-344-5979, Community Action Partnership of Northwest Montana (CAPNM), 214 Main Street, P.O. Box 8300, Kalispell, MT 59904. Assists eligible low income individuals and families pay a portion of their household winter energy bills. Customers may also be eligible for discounts from local utility companies based upon LIEAP eligibility. Services are available in Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. MCC Weatherization Project. 755-3619, Montana Conservation Corps (MCC), 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 27, Kalispell, MT 59901. Participates in the weatherization program implemented through the Montana Warm Hearts Warm Homes initiative. With the training and supplies they are given, teams, each composed of two or three MCC members, spend time around the state at multiple homes each day installing energy-saving devices to help out low-income residents. Meals on Wheels. 758-5730, Area IX Agency on Aging, 160 Kelly Road, Suite A, Kalispell, MT 59901. Hot nutritious meals are prepared in a central kitchen in Kalispell and transported to outlying area Senior Centers, and delivered to seniors who are unable to get out or have a hard time preparing meals for themselves. Modified diets are available. One meal per day, Monday - Friday, is provided. Reservations for meals are required. Medicaid. 751-5900, Office of Public Assistance, 121 Financial Drive, Suite A, Kalispell, MT 59901. Assistance with medical bills for people with low incomes who meet eligibility requirements. Applications are available at the Office of Public Assistance or online at www.dphhs.mt.gov Medicaid Transportation Center. 800-292-7114, Helena, MT 59604. Call BEFORE you arrange travel because all transportation must be approved before you travel in order for you to be paid. (You will be paid after you travel to your appointment.) Medicaid and HMK Plus may pay for you to get to your health care provider or other health care service if the service is covered by Medicaid or HMK Plus and you have no other way to get there. Medicare. 800-633-4227, 877-486-2048 TTY. Medicare information, ordering Medicare booklets, and information about health plans available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Handles questions about the Original Medicare Plan and provides up-to-date information regarding the health plans available in your area. Montana Board of Housing. 800-761-6264, 301 South Park Avenue, P.O. Box 200528, Helena, MT 59620. 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. Montana Talking Book Library. 800-332-3400, 1515 East Sixth Avenue, P.O. Box 201800, Helena, MT 59620. Montana residents who are unable to use standard print materials due to visual, physical and/or reading disabilities are eligible to apply to the Library for free mail loan or downloads of recorded books, magazines, and playback equipment. Schools, public libraries, nursing homes and other institutions (independent/assisted living facilities) can participate in talking book and magazines services as a direct link to eligible individuals they serve. Montana Telecommunications Access Program (MTAP). 800-833-8503, 111 North Last Chance Gulch, Suite 2B, P.O. Box 4210, Helena, MT 59604. State agency that offers assistive equipment and services to Montanans whose disabilities make it hard for them to use the phone. North Valley Embrace Health. 862-4763, North Valley Hospital Cornerstone Building, 3004 Hospital way, Whitefish, MT 59937. A structured outpatient program that provides individualized treatment for those 55 years and older who suffer from emotional, behavioral or mental health disorders. Older Blind Program. 888-279-7528, 406-329-5400 (Voice/TTY), Missoula Blind and Low Vision Services Team, 2675 Palmer, Suite A, Missoula, MT 59801. Includes vision evaluations, purchase of adaptive aids, daily living skills training, orientation and mobility training, referral to other agencies (referrals or information about other programs). Ombudsman Program. 758-5737, Area IX Agency on Aging, 160 Kelly Road, Suite A, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Paint The Town. 752-7266, 888-720-7266, United Way, Gateway Community Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 31, P.O. Box 7217, Kalispell, MT 59904. Two day community service event for volunteers of all ages. Program focuses on painting projects for the elderly and for persons with disabilities as well as non-profit agencies. Personal Care Attendant Services: A Plus Health Care. 755-4968, 877-755-4968. 1310 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Serves Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, Sanders, and Glacier counties. Addus HealthCare. 257-1101, 866-349-1101, P.O. Box 9316, Kalispell, MT 59904. Provides personal assistance services in Northwestern Montana. Agape Home Care. 755-4633, P.O. Box 10097, Kalispell, MT 59904. Comfort Keepers. 755-4030, 95 Indian Trail Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Every Day Home Care. 249-6071. Express Employment Professionals. 257-2255, 4 Sunset Plaza, #101, Kalispell, MT 59901. Loyal Care In-Home Assistance. 752-0146, 702 East Idaho Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Personal Touch Home Care. 758-5422, 752-6565, 800-344-5979. Serves Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Project Lifesaver. 758-5585, Search and Rescue Coordinator, Flathead County Sheriff s Office, 800 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Radio Reading Service. 406-721-1998, 800-942-7323, Montana Audio Information Network, 337 Stephens Avenue, P.O. Box 4126, Missoula, MT 59806. A 24-hour state-wide reading service which provides newspapers and other local publications in audio format to to blind, low-vision and physically print-impaired individuals. Rake Up The Flathead. 752-7266, 888-720-7266, United Way, Gateway Community Center, P.O. Box 7217, Kalispell, Suite 31, MT 59904. One day community service event in November of each year to assist elderly and disabled with fall yard work. A community service event for volunteers of all ages. Referral & Information. 758-5730, Area IX Agency on Aging, 160 Kelly Road, Suite A, Kalispell, MT 59901. Links people in need with the appropriate service(s) available. Respite Care Program for Senior Citizens. 758-5730, Area IX Agency on Aging, 160 Kelly Road, Suite A, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides a brief period of rest or relief from caregiving for regular caregivers or family members so that they may take care of themselves. Providers are contracted to provide care in the interim. RSVP (Retired & Senior Volunteer Program). 758-5712, Area IX Agency on Aging, 160 Kelly Road, Suite B, Kalispell, MT 59901. Links the skills and experience of older adults with the needs of the community. Offers volunteer opportunities to persons 55 years of age and older who have the desire to be active and involved in their community. Senior Centers: Bigfork. 837-4157, 639 Commerce Street, P.O. Box 2272, Bigfork, MT 59911. Columbia Falls. 892-4087, 205 Nucleus Avenue, P.O. Box 676, Columbia Falls, MT 59912.
Kalispell. 257-1598, 403 Second Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Whitefish Golden Agers. 862-4923, Whitefish Community Center, 121 East Second Street, Whitefish, MT 59937. Senior Blood Pressure Screening. 862-4923, Whitefish Community Center, 121 East Second Street, Whitefish, MT 59937. Screening clinics conducted on a monthly basis. Senior Citizen Escort/Errand Service. 758-5730, Area IX Agency on Aging, 160 Kelly Road, Suite A, Kalispell, MT 59901. Assisted Transportation for those who can t ride the bus. Seniors will be taken to doctor appointments, shopping, running errands, etc. Senior Health & Wellness. 863-3500, North Valley Hospital, 1600 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT 59937. A program provided by North Valley Hospital providing geriatric health and wellness assessments and coordination in conjunction with primary care and specialty providers. Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP). 758-5730, Area IX Agency on Aging, 160 Kelly Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Senior Institute. 756-3908, Flathead Valley Community College, Arts and Technology Building, 777 Grandview Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. It is a six-week credit program lasting from early February until mid-march. For each session there is a complimentary lunch followed by a choice of credit classes in art, history, physical education, gardening, language, and special topics. For senior citizens age 65 and over. Senior Olympics. 406-761-0773, 5 Prospect Drive, Great Falls, MT 59405. Senior Commodity Food Distribution Program. 752-3663, Flathead Food bank, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 2, Kalispell, MT 59901. Senior clients on this program will receive approximately 40 pounds of government commodity, non-perishable food which is distributed traditionally on the last Monday or Tuesday of the month. Every senior in this program receives the same food with no variance between bags. Applications are available from the Flathead Food Bank or the Agency on Aging. Seniors EyeCare Program. 877-887-6327, P.O. Box 429098, San Francisco, CA 94142. Ensures that every senior has access to medical eye care; promotes annual, related eye exams; provides free eye care educational materials, and facilitates access to eye care at no out-of-pocket cost. Must be a citizen or legal resident, age 65 or over, have not seen an ophthalmologist in three or more years, and do not belong to an HMO or the VA. Does not provide eye glasses. SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program). 758-5730, Area IX Agency on Aging, Suite A, 160 Kelly Road, Suite A, Kalispell, MT 59901. Free health-benefits counseling service for Medicare beneficiaries and their families or caregivers. Social Security Administration. 888-487-0150 (Kalispell), 800-772-1213 (National), 275 Corporate Drive, Suite D, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Telephone Reassurance. 758-5730, Area IX Agency on Aging, 160 Kelly Road, Suite A, Kalispell, MT 59901. Offers daily phone calls, 8 am - 5 pm, M - F, to senior citizens who need someone to check in with them or need medicine reminders. Transportation. 758-5728, Eagle Transit, 1333 Willow Glen Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Mailing Address: 160 Kelly Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Offers special low-fare mass transportation for persons with disabilities and/or elderly, and reservations are required. All Eagle Transit vehicles are equipped with lifts and or ramps for handicap accessibility. Closed Sundays and holidays. Volunteer of the Year Program. 752-7266, 888-720-7266, United Way, Gateway Community Center, Suite 31, P.O. Box 7217, Kalispell, MT 59904. 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. The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition 31 Weatherization Program. 755-7363, 888-750-7360, Community Action Partnership of Northwest Montana (CAPNM), 214 Main Street, P.O. Box 8300, Kalispell, MT 59904. Helps reduce the high cost of energy for low-income households. Installs a combination of energy saving measures such as wall, attic and floor insulation, decreases the amount of air infiltration from doors and windows and performs efficiency and safety checks on heating systems. Special consideration is given to emergencies, elderly and disabled individuals. Services are available in Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. YOUTH RESOURCES - BIRTH - AGE 12 Acadia Montana. 800-477-1067, 55 Basin Creek Road, Butte, MT 59701. Residential treatment center for young people ages 8-18 in need of assistance with co-occurring behavioral, emotional and psychiatric disorders. America Reads. Edgerton School, 751-4035; Hedges School, 751-4805; Kila School, 257-2428; Peterson School, 751-3749; Russell School, 751-3904; Smith Valley School, 756-4535. Mentors encourage students to read for enjoyment and positive reading experiences. Autism Society of America - Northwest Montana Chapter. 257-8758, P.O. Box 2528, Kalispell, MT 59903. For Montana residents in Flathead, Glacier, Lake, Lincoln and Sanders counties. AWANA Clubs. Children learn Christian values while participating in a club. Bigfork. 755-1891, First Baptist Church, 6933 Highway 35, P.O. Box 1778, Bigfork, MT 59911. Kalispell. 755-5238, Central Bible Church, 902 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kalispell. 752-7021, Easthaven Baptist Church, 2010 Whitefish Stage, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kalispell. 257-4614, Stillwater Free Lutheran Church, 1401 Church Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. AWARE. 755-9471, 20 Third Street East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides quality, community-based services to persons with challenging mental, emotional, and in some cases, physical needs who would otherwise be served in a more restrictive setting or perhaps would not be served at all. Operates two adolescent group homes in Kalispell. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Flathead County. 752-0092, 137 South Main Street, Kalispell MT, 59901. Matches school age children with adult volunteers who serve as mentors and role models. Offers volunteer training, resource referrals for parents and children, personal safety training and monthly group activities. Also has scholarship funds available for summer camps and other learning activities. Boy Scouts of America. 751-8760, 1203 Highway 2 West, Unit 29, P.O. Box 1972, Kalispell, MT 59903. Scouting s purpose is to build young men of character who understand their duty to God, family, country, and self. These young men are put in tough situations that require decision-making, leadership, teamwork, commitment and follow-through. Merit badges, camping, uniforms, patrols, youth leadership and other visible elements are what we all associate with Scouting. Scouting is not a camping program! Serves Flathead, Lake, Lincoln and Sanders counties. Boys & Girls Club of Glacier Country. Youth development organization that works to inspire and enable youth aged 6-18 to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens. Columbia Falls. 892-2697, 406-212-1310, 535 Fourth Avenue West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Mailing Address: P.O. Box 7475, Kalispell, MT 59904. Evergreen/Kalispell. 752-5440, 155 Shady Lane Drive, P.O. Box 7475, Kalispell, MT 59904. CASA For Kids of Flathead County (Court Appointed Special Advocates). 755-7208, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 39, Kalispell, MT 59903. Trained volunteers are court appointed to advocate on behalf of abused and neglected children in the court system. The Voices For CASA Foundation provides continuing support. Child Development Center. 755-2425, 866-755-2425, 1725 Highway 35, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides the following services for children aged 0 (zero) to adult having developmental delays or disabilities and their families: Evaluation & Diagnosis; Family Education and Support; Autism Insurance Services; OBRA (Services for People with Developmental Disabilities under the OBRA Law); Referral to children s waiver service and autism waver; and Resources Library.
32 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition Child Find: Evergreen. 751-1113 Ext. 23, Evergreen Special Services, 18 West Evergreen Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. A screening program available in Evergreen School District 50 to identify children with special learning needs. Kalispell. 751-3408, 233 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. A screening event in Kalispell School District 5 held in the spring to identify special needs in pre-schoolers. Child & Family Services. 751-5950, 121 Financial Drive, Suite C, Kalispell, MT 59901. Protects children who have been or are at substantial risk of abuse, neglect or abandonment. Mission is to keep children safe and families strong. A division of Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services. Children s Museum of Missoula. 406-541-PLAY (7529), 225 West Front Street, Missoula, MT 59802. Offers fun, interactive, educational exhibits and programs which allow kids and their grown ups to learn about the world together. Children s Rights Montana. 406-647-9906, 227 Jim Street, Billings, MT 59101. Offers free referrals to help stop child abuse in Montana. Cannot appoint legal counsel or give legal advice but can give phone numbers, addresses and, if available, directions to helpful organizations in your area. Helps give the necessary tools to enable making the right decision(s) to protect children and parental rights. Children s Special Health Services (CSHS). 800-762-9891 (parent toll free number), P.O. Box 202951, Helena, MT 59620. 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. Club Z - Affordable Home Tutoring Services. 756-2223. Provides professional one-on-one tutoring in the student s home. All tutors are certified teachers or degreed professionals with a passion for teaching. Tutoring services are available in these Flathead County communities: Bigfork, Columbia Falls, Kalispell, Kila, Lakeside, Marion, Somers, and Whitefish. Services are also available in Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Dino-Sore Sick Child Care Program. 756-9551, 66 Claremont Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Discovery Developmental Center. 756-7295, 75 Glenwood Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Offers developmentally appropriate pre-school and child care for children aged 18 months - 6 years. Programming includes playgroup, pre-school, and pre-kindergarten. Evergreen Wrestling Club. 261-6891. 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 5-15. Expanding Your Horizons. 751-2175, P.O. Box 1604, Kalispell, MT 59903. An annual conference in Kalispell for 7th and 8th grade young women to experience and have fun with real world applications in math and science. The conference is held at Flathead Valley Community College. The Network is a nonprofit membership organization of educators, scientists, mathematicians, parents, community leaders, and government and corporate representatives. Flathead County 4-H. 758-5553, Flathead County Extension Office, 1108 South Main, Suite 4, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides 4-H youth education through project work and school enhancement programming. Flathead Special Education Cooperative. 257-1857, 15 Meridian Court, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides speech, language, psychological, occupational, physical therapy and preschool services to 16 rural school districts in the area. Conducts Child Find outreach each fall and spring to identify children with special learning needs. Flathead Youth Home. 755-4622, 766-4629, 825 East Oregon, Kalispell, MT 59901. Residential care for youth ages 10-18 in need of supervision and support. For the Children, Inc. 862-8146, Whitefish Winter Classic, P.O. Box 21, Whitefish, MT 59937. 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. Fun Gym. 751-4136, The Summit Medical Fitness Center, 205 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Parents can bring their children ages 0-5 and enjoy an hour of fun with a chance to expend some energy and set a foundation for a healthy lifestyle. Fun gym will be supervised by a Summit staff member but it is not a structured class. This is a parent participation class. Girl Scouts of Montana and Wyoming. 800-736-5243 Ext 2304, 1203 Highway 2 west, Unit 28, Kalispell, MT 59901. Leadership building programs are focused on three main areas: healthy living, financial literacy, and S.T.E.M (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) for younger girls; the BFF and bullying (Be a Friend First) program for middle school girls; and financial literacy, which is our cookie program. Golf Program For Kids. 862-5960, Whitefish Junior Golf Program, 1200 Highway 93 West, P.O. Box 1888, Whitefish, MT 59937. Whitefish Lake Golf Club offers free summer golf lessons to kids ages 5-17. Signups begin in June. Growing Up Female/Growing Up Male. 751-8150, Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Separate workshops for parents and their sons aged 9-13 or parents and their daughters aged 9-13. Designed to enhance communication re: puberty and adolescence. Hats and Mittens Project. 758-5712, Area IX Agency on Aging, 160 Kelly Road, Suite B, Kalispell, MT 59901. Hand-knit hats and mittens are provided to elementary school children and Head Start students in the Flathead Valley. Sets are provided to each school to use as needed, plus a set is provided for every Head Start student. The hats and mittens are knit by senior citizen volunteers from RSVP. Call if interested in knitting for this project. HMK - Healthy Montana Kids (Affordable Health Care For Children). 751-8224, Flathead City- County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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 Free Program for Runaways. 800-786-2929 (800-RUNAWAY), National Runaway Switchboard (NRS). This national toll-free hotline is the starting point for runaways aged 12-20 to be returned home via free bus service. The runaway must be between the ages of 12 and 20. NRS must verify a missing person s report has been filed in the hometown of any runaway who is under 18. Immunizations. 751-8110, Community Health Services, Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. For adults and children: seasonal influenza vaccination clinics, travel immunizations, and children s recommended immunizations for ages 2 months - 18 years. Intermountain Providence Home. 800-200-9112. Short term crisis home in Flathead County that provides a nurturing and therapeutic environment for children from birth to 12 years old who are in severe emotional distress. The location is kept confidential for the safety of the children removed from abusive or neglectful parents. Kalispell Ski Club. 253-6411, P.O. Box 863, Kalispell, MT 59903. Promotes love of skiing in kids, families and community. Offers free skiing lessons for beginning through intermediate skiers, ages 5-14. Kid s College. 756-3832, Flathead Valley Community College, Arts and Technology Building, 777 Grandview Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Consists of affordable and enriching classes for kids during the summer. Courses are designed for all interests, abilities and grade levels. Kid s College is not an all-day camp; pick-up is immediately after the end of class. Classes are held on the FVCC campus in Kalispell. Dates vary from summer to summer. KidSports. 752-6644, P.O. Box 1205, Kalispell, MT 59903. Provides playing fields for several youth sports leagues. Currently using the playing fields are: Kalispell Pee Wee Baseball League, The Miracle League, Kalispell Babe Ruth Baseball League, Kalispell School District 5, Kalispell Youth Softball Association, Flathead Valley Little Guy Football, and Flathead Soccer Club. Kids Night Out. 751-4136, The Summit Medical Fitness Center, 205 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Gives parents the opportunity to have a date with each other while quality child care and an evening of fun activities are provided for their children (ages 6-9) from 5:30-9:00 pm, the second Saturday of each month, September - April. Locks of Love. 863-9900, Reecia s Salon, 110 Lupfer Avenue, Whitefish, 59937. Provides hairpieces to financially disadvantaged children under age 18 with medical hair loss. Lunch Pail Pals. 752-0092, Big Brothers Big Sisters, 137 Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. An inschool mentoring program for elementary and middle school aged children in Kalispell. Make-A-Wish Foundation. 877-574-9474, Wells Fargo Center, 175 North 27th Street, Suite 1214, Billings, MT 59101. Grants wishes for children 2-18 years old with life threatening medical conditions. Call to register the wish of a child or for information on volunteering or donating. The Billings office serves all of Montana. Mommie & Me. 752-1745, Kalispell Regional Medical Center OB Department, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Led by a Lactation Consultant or RN, this group provides education, support and fun for new moms. No registration is required. Meets at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 606 South Main Street in Kalispell. Montana Hope Project. 270-0696, Kalispell Coordinator, P.O. Box 5927, Helena, MT 59604. The Montana Hope Project exists to give Montana s critically and chronically ill children the opportunity to have a special dream come true. Montessori Schools: Children s House Montessori School. 863-4685, 863-4688, 1301 Seventh Street East, White fish, MT 59937. Montessori preschool for children ages 3-6 and an Early Learner Program for children ages 2-4. Kalispell Montessori Elementary School. 755-3826, 349 Willow Glen Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Ages 6-12. Sunlight Montessori School. 862-7662, 140 Berg Lane, P.O. Box 4942, Whitefish, MT 59937. Preschool and kindergarten. Woodland Montessori School. 755-3824, 5 Park Hill Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Program for ages 2 through 6. Montana Montessori Teacher Education Institute. 755-3824, 5 Park Hill Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Offers teacher certification courses in both Early Childhood (ages 3-6) and Elementary I (ages 6-9). Each course is hands-on and includes a one-year internship. Students earn AMS credentials. No School Fun Camp. 751-4136, The Summit Medical Fitness Center, 205 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Children ages 6-12 will experience a day packed with activity and fun on days during the school year when Kalispell School District #5 is not in session. Northwest Montana Head Start. 752-7011, 79 Seventh Avenue East North, Kalispell, MT 59901. Offers early education for children 3-5 years of age who are living in limited income families. Provides family support, health, mental health, nutrition, and social services to children and those with disabilities. Centers located in Kalispell, Columbia Falls, and Eureka. Nurturing Center. 756-1414, 800-204-0644, 146 Third Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Helps families face the many and diverse challenges parents face while raising their children. The Center s goal is to ensure that children are treated with respect and live in safety with secure, healthy, nurturing relationships. Serves Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Parent-Sibling Preparation. 863-3535, North Valley Hospital, 1600 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT 59937. Parents and their children who are soon-to-be big brothers and sisters are invited to join others for discussion. Meets the first Thursday of the month at 6 pm. Project Linus - Flathead Valley/Kalispell Chapter. 862-4555. Provides warmth and comfort to children who are seriously ill, traumatized, or otherwise in need through gifts of new, handmade blankets and afghans created by volunteer blanketeers. Recreation Programs: Columbia Falls. 892-4391, City Hall, 130 Sixth Street West, Room A, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Flathead County. 758-5800, Parks & Recreation Department, 309 FFA Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kalispell. 758-7718, Parks & Recreation Department, 306 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Whitefish. 863-2470, Parks & Recreation Department, 510 Railway, Whitefish, MT 59937. Woodland Water Park. 758-7812 (Pool), 758-7778 (Off-season), 45 North Woodland Park Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Safe Sitter. 863-3627, North Valley Hospital, Community Health Nurse, Whitefish, MT 59937. A medically accurate program that teaches young adolescents how to handle emergencies when caring for children. This class teaches safe and nurturing child care techniques, behavior management skills, and appropriate responses to medical emergencies. Pre-registration is required and there is a fee. Safe Sitter. 751-4500, The Summit Medical Fitness Center, 205 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. A nationally accredited instruction series that teaches boys and girls ages 11 and older how to safely and effectively care for young children, including emergency situations. A 2-day program; pre-registration is required. Salvation Army Scouting Programs for Boys & Girls. 257-HELP (4357), Salvation Army, 110 Bountiful Drive, P.O. Box 8357, Kalispell, MT 59904. Character building programs that teach life skills for boys and girls. Explorers is for boys in grades 1-4, Rangers is for boys in grades 5-8, Sunbeams is for girls in grades 1-5, and Girl Guards is for girls in grades 6-12. Serious JuJu Skateworks. 270-4587, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Sibling Preparation Class. 752-1745, Kalispell Regional Medical Center OB Department, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. This class helps prepare big brothers and big sisters for the new addition to the family. Offered to children ages 2-6. S.P.A.R.K. After School. 751-4136, 751-4137, The Summit Medical Fitness Center, 205 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Special Education Services: Columbia Falls School District 6. 892-6562, 501 Sixth Avenue West, P.O. Box 1259, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Kalispell School District 5. 751-3408, 233 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Whitefish School District 44. 862-8655, 600 East Second Street, Whitefish, MT 59937. STAND. 751-3971, 249-7800, 124 Third Avenue West, P.O. Box 370, Kalispell, MT 59903. Youth development/drug prevention club for Junior High/Middle school students who are committed to a healthy lifestyle. Supports prevention of high-risk behaviors. A program of Flathead CARE. Stillwater Therapeutic Services. 752-6100, 418 Windward Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Child Case Management, Family Based Services, Individual & Family Counseling, Psychiatric Services, Sinopah House (Group Home), Therapeutic Foster Care.
Summer Lunch Program for Children. 257-HELP (4357), Salvation Army, 110 Bountiful Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Operates from June to August, Monday - Friday. Provides a free lunch for children up to age 18 in the Kalispell area. Adults are charged small fee for meals. The RiteCare Speech, Language, and Hearing Clinic. 406-243-2405, 634 Eddy Avenue, Missoula, MT 59801. Accepts anyone who has difficulty speaking or understanding the spoken word or anyone who has difficulty learning to read. A program of the Western Montana Scottish Rite Masons serving all populations and ages. Turtle Bay. 844-2890, 7325 Highway 93 South, Suite A, Lakeside, MT 59922. Intensive therapeutic outpatient services for children and adolescents with emotional problems. Toys For Tots. 249-8671. Collects new, unwrapped toys from mid-october through December 20th every year and distributes those toys as Christmas gifts to needy children in the community. Parents of needy children need to register their children. WIC (Women, Infants & Children). 751-8170, Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Supplemental nutrition program for women, infants and children. Provides valuable nutrition information, breast feeding support, health care referrals, and nutritious foods. Columbia Falls. 892-4811, 501 Sixth Avenue West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Kalispell. 751-8170, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Young Life Flathead Valley. 270-6369, P.O. Box 4473, Whitefish, MT 59937. An outreach ministry for junior high and senior high kids of the Flathead Valley. Currently there are groups in Bigfork, Kalispell, and Whitefish. Youth Dynamics (YDI). 751-8017, 450 Corporate Drive, Suite 105, Kalispell, MT 59901. A private, nonprofit behavioral health agency serving youth with emotional and behavioral problems and their families. A wide range of progressive community-based services are offered for client centered, culturally sensitive treatment programs according to the needs of each youth and family. YDI will travel to communities within 60 miles of the Kalispell Office to provide services. YOUTH RESOURCES - AGES 13-18 4-H Clubs. 758-5553, Flathead County Extension Office, 1108 South Main, Suite 4, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides 4-H youth education through project work and school enhancement programming. Acadia Montana. 800-477-1067, 55 Basin Creek Road, Butte, MT 59701. Residential treatment center for young people ages 8-18 in need of assistance with co-occurring behavioral, emotional and psychiatric disorders. AFS Intercultural Programs. 756-6022, 755-5664, 862-3430, 1150 North Somers Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. High school student exchange programs. Alateen. 257-7185, 55 First Avenue West North, Kalispell, MT 59901. A support program for teenagers to help with recovery from the effects of living with problem drinking of a relative or friend. Alateen Help Line. 257-7185. For teenagers who have been affected by someone else s drinking. Alison Score Foundation for Breast Cancer Education. 293-6242, 83 Collins Avenue, P.O. Box 762, Libby, MT 59923. 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. Alternative Youth Care. 857-2506, 4880 Highway 93 South, Kalispell, MT 59901. A long-term, transitional living, half-way house specializing in helping young men develop a desire to pursue life without drugs or alcohol. The Treatment Program is intended to pick up where inpatient treatment concluded. AWARE. 755-9471, 20 Third Street East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides quality, community-based services to persons with challenging mental, emotional, and in some cases, physical needs who would otherwise be served in a more restrictive setting or perhaps would not be served at all. Operates two adolescent group homes in Kalispell. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Flathead County. 752-0092, 137 Main Street, Kalispell MT 59901. Matches school age children with adult volunteers who serve as mentors and role models. The agency offers volunteer training, resource referrals for parents and children, personal safety training and monthly group activities. Boy Scouts of America. 751-8760, 1203 Highway 2 West, Unit 29, P.O. Box 1972, Kalispell, MT 59903. Scouting s purpose is to build young men of character who understand their duty to God, family, country, and self. These young men are put in tough situations that require decision-making, leadership, teamwork, commitment and follow-through. Merit badges, camping, uniforms, patrols, youth leadership and other visible elements are what we all associate with Scouting. Scouting is not a camping program! Serves Flathead, Lake, Lincoln and Sanders counties. Boys & Girls Club of Glacier Country. Youth development organization that works to inspire and enable youth aged 6-18 to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens. Columbia Falls. 892-2697, 212-1310, 535 Fourth Avenue West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Mailing Address: P.O. Box 7475, Kalispell, MT 59904. Evergreen/Kalispell. 752-5440, 155 Shady Lane Drive, P.O. Box 7475, Kalispell, MT 59904. CARE Programs. A drug prevention organization that works with students, parents, schools and community members to help reduce the use alcohol, tobacco and drugs by youth in Flathead County. Camps, training, newsletter, teen clubs and other community based activities. Flathead CARE. 751-3971, 249-7800, 124 Third Avenue East, P.O. Box 370, Kalispell, MT 59903. A classic car show in July is held to raise funds for this program. Whitefish CARE. 862-8600, 1143 East Fourth Street, 600 East Second Street (mail), Whitefish, MT 59937. CASA For Kids of Flathead County (Court Appointed Special Advocates). 755-7208, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 39, Kalispell, MT 59903. Trained volunteers are court appointed to advocate on behalf of abused and neglected children in the court system. The Voices For CASA Foundation provides continuing support. Center for Restorative Youth Justice. 257-7400, 224 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. The Center s mission, in partnership with the community, is to increase public safety by encouraging community/youth partnerships, emphasizing meaningful accountability, and addressing the needs of victims by providing innovative services committed to strengthening and improving the lives of youth, their families, and our community. Programs include the Community Accountability Board, Drug & Alcohol Accountability Panel, Theft Impact Circle, Victim/Offender Conferencing and Youth Connections. Civil Air Patrol Cadet Program. 756-0037, Flathead Composite Squadron Montana Civil Air Patrol. P.O. Box 1982, Kalispell, MT 59903. This program for ages 12-21 encompasses a multi-step program that includes aviation and aerospace education and college scholarships in several disciplines. They are taught excellence, integrity, and respect, and do volunteer service. The Civil Air Patrol is an all-volunteer civilian auxiliary of the US Air Force. Clear Choice Clinic. 257-5700, 1281 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Club Z - Affordable Home Tutoring Services. 756-2223. Provides professional one-on-one tutoring in the student s home. All tutors are certified teachers or degreed professionals with a passion for teaching. Tutoring services are available in these Flathead County communities: Bigfork, Columbia Falls, Kalispell, Kila, Lakeside, Marion, Somers, and Whitefish. Services are also available in Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition 33 Evergreen Wrestling Club. 261-6891. 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 5-15. Expanding Your Horizons. 751-2175, P.O. Box 1604, Kalispell, MT 59903. An annual conference in Kalispell for 7th and 8th grade young women to experience and have fun with real world applications in math and science. The conference is held at Flathead Valley Community College. The Network is a nonprofit membership organization of educators, scientists, mathematicians, parents, community leaders, and government and corporate representatives. Flathead Performance Youth Foundation. 862-8250, 249-2239, 2006 Hospitality Way, P.O. Box 8775, Kalispell, MT 59904. Dedicated to advancing the youth of Montana, helping them grow to their full potential; academically, athletically, emotionally and developmentally. Flathead Youth Home. 755-4622, 755-4629, 825 East Oregon, Kalispell, MT 59901. Residential care for youth ages 10-18 in need of supervision and support. Florence Crittenton s Home and Services. 406-442-6950, 901 North Harris Street, Helena, MT 59601. Provides innovative, comprehensive services and nurturing programs that empower young pregnant women and parenting families to thrive and build productive lives. A statewide agency. GEM - Girls Empowered by Mentoring. 756-1414, 800-204-0644, The Nurturing Center, 146 Third Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Pairs adult women mentors with 8th and 9th grade girls to support their personal potential and school success through teamwork, self-discovery and community involvement. In addition to this mentorship, group activities are designed to strengthen their sense of self, experience cultural and social opportunities, and develop healthy lifestyle habits. Flathead County only. Girl Scouts of Montana and Wyoming. 800-736-5243 Ext 2304, 1203 Highway 2 west, Unit 28, Kalispell, MT 59901. Leadership building programs are focused on three main areas: healthy living, financial literacy, and S.T.E.M (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) for younger girls; the BFF and bullying (Be a Friend First) program for middle school girls; and financial literacy, which is our cookie program. Golf Program For Kids. 862-5960, Whitefish Junior Golf Program, 1200 Highway 93 West, P.O. Box 1888, Whitefish, MT 59937. Whitefish Lake Golf Club offers free summer golf lessons to kids ages 5-17. Signups begin in June. HMK - Healthy Montana Kids (Affordable Health Care For Children). 751-8224, Flathead City- County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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 Free Program for Runaways. 800-786-2929 (800-RUNAWAY), National Runaway Switchboard (NRS). This national toll-free hotline is the starting point for runaways aged 12-20 to be returned home via free bus service. The runaway must be between the ages of 12 and 20. NRS must verify a missing person s report has been filed in the hometown of any runaway who is under 18. Hope Pregnancy Ministries. 257-5700, 1281 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Hope Pregnancy Resource Center. 257-6006, Hope Pregnancy Ministries, 940 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Offers resources to men and women from the time they find out they re pregnant through the first 24 months of their child s life. Each client is matched with a mentor who is committed to developing a relationship that emphasizes education in the areas of healthy pregnancy, parenting, positive lifestyle choices, spiritual growth and many other areas. Earn While You Learn. is a material assistance CLUBS OF AMERICA Our motto is working together for a better America. Kid s Club 4-H Farming & Gardening Adult Programs Teen Warriors for Christ Clubs of America PO Box 9681 Kalispell, MT 59904 406-257-1025 or 406-260-6820
34 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition program designed to reward learning, foster responsibility, and nurture relationships with the clients who come to Hope Pregnancy Resource Center. These clients have two overriding needs: Parenting skills and baby supplies. This program allows mothers and fathers to earn Mommy Money or Daddy Bucks to spend in our well-supplied baby store which offers diapers, clothing (newborn-2t), baby furniture and various other baby items. (The community is very generous in supplying new and gently used items to benefit our clients.) Immunizations. 751-8110, Community Health Services, Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. For adults and children: seasonal influenza vaccination clinics, travel immunizations, and children s recommended immunizations for ages 2 months - 18 years. Jobs for Montana s Graduates (JMG). 758-6200, Flathead Job Service, 427 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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 16-18. Juvenile Detention Center. 758-5550, 800 South Main, Kalispell, MT 59901. A division of the Flathead County Sheriff s Office. Juvenile Parole. 752-6330, 575 Sunset Blvd, Suite 208, Kalispell, MT 59901. Supervises juvenile offenders who have been released from a youth correctional facility. Juvenile Probation/Youth Court Services. 758-5541, 800 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kalispell Babe Ruth Baseball. 890-5495, 261-8028, P.O. Box 2838, Kalispell, MT 59903. Baseball program for youth 13-15 years of age. Sign-up is during February and March at the Kalispell Center Mall. Kalispell Ski Club. 253-6411, P.O. Box 863, Kalispell, MT 59903. Promotes love of skiing in kids, families and community. Offers free skiing lessons for beginning through intermediate skiers, ages 5-14. Kicking Horse Job Corps Center. 406-644-2217, 800-733-JOBS (Information), 33091 Mollman Pass Trail, Ronan, MT 59864. A comprehensive no-cost career technical training program for all those aged 16-24. 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. KidSports. 752-6644, P.O. Box 1205, Kalispell, MT 59903. Provides playing fields for several youth sports leagues. Currently using the playing fields are: Kalispell Pee Wee Baseball League, The Miracle League, Kalispell Babe Ruth Baseball League, Kalispell School District 5, Kalispell Youth Softball Association, Flathead Valley Little Guy Football, and Flathead Soccer Club. Leaders of Tomorrow. 752-7266, 888-720-7266, United Way, Gateway Community Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 31, P.O. Box 7217, Kalispell, MT 59904. Leadership development program for high school Juniors and Seniors. Locks of Love. 863-9900, Reecia s Salon, 110 Lupfer Avenue, Whitefish, 59937. Provides hairpieces to financially disadvantaged children under age 18 with medical hair loss. Make-A-Wish Foundation. 877-574-9474, Wells Fargo Center, 175 North 27th Street, Suite 1214, Billings, MT 59101. Grants wishes for children 2-18 years old with life threatening medical conditions. Call to register the wish of a child or for information on volunteering or donating. The Billings office serves all of Montana. Montana Conservation Corps (MCC). 755-3619, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 27, Kalispell, MT 59901. Non-profit organization targeting natural resource enhancement and community service projects. Serves ages 14-30. Montana Youth ChalleNGe Academy (MYCA). 877-FOR-MYCP (877-367-6927), 790 East Cornell Street, Dillon, MT 59725. Assists at-risk Montana youth in developing skills and abilities necessary to become productive citizens. Focus is on their physical, emotional, and educational needs for 22 weeks in a highly structured environment and followed by a 12-month community-based mentoring program. MYCA is part of the National Guard Youth ChallenNGe Program. Montana Youth Leadership Forum (MYLF). 406-422-2576 (Voice/TDD), 1617 Euclid, Suite 1, Helena, MT 59601. A unique career and leadership training program for high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors with disabilities. MYLF is Pronounced My Life. Pathways Treatment Center. 756-3950, 800-752-3950, 200 Heritage Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides acute inpatient services for Northwest Montana clients who have mental health and/or substance abuse issues. PEACE Project. 752-7273 (Crisis Line). Provides Teen dating violence prevention education in local schools. Offered by the Abbie Shelter. Runaway Switchboard (Hotline). 800-RUNAWAY (800-786-2929), National Runaway Switchboard. Call if you are a teenager who is thinking of running from home, if you have a friend who has run and is looking for help, or if you are a runaway ready to go home through our Home Free program. Call if you are a teacher looking for information to pass along to your students about alternatives to running from home. Call if you care about a youth and want information on how you can help someone who may be at risk of running from home. Safe Sitter. 863-3627, North Valley Hospital, Community Health Nurse, Whitefish, MT 59937. A medically accurate program that teaches young adolescents how to handle emergencies when caring for children. This class teaches safe and nurturing child care techniques, behavior management skills, and appropriate responses to medical emergencies. Pre-registration is required and there is a fee. Safe Sitter. 751-4500, The Summit Medical Fitness Center, 205 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. A nationally accredited instruction series that teaches boys and girls ages 11 and older how to safely and effectively care for young children, including emergency situations. A 2-day program; pre-registration is required. Work Experience: Provides students with opportunities to investigate their career interests and gain work skills and experience. Kalispell. 751-3661, Flathead High School, 644 Fourth Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kalispell. 758-8634, Glacier High School, 375 Wolfpack Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Serious JuJu Skateworks. 270-4587, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Sinopah House. 257-5194 (Office), 257-3194, 418 Windward Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Therapeutic group home that serves adolescent girls ages 11-18 who may be struggling emotionally due to issues of abuse, neglect and/or family difficulties. Special Education Services: Columbia Falls School District 6. 892-6562, 501 Sixth Avenue West, P.O. Box 1259, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Kalispell School District 5. 751-3408, 233 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Whitefish School District 44. 862-8655, 600 East Second Street, Whitefish, MT 59937. Stillwater Therapeutic Services. 752-6100, 418 Windward Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Child Case Management, Family Based Services, Individual & Family Counseling, Psychiatric Services, Sinopah House (Group Home), Therapeutic Foster Care. Summit Preparatory School. 758-8100 (Information), 758-8113 (Admissions), 1605 Danielson Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. An accredited private non-profit therapeutic boarding school specializing in compassionate, relationship-based treatment of bright, capable high school age youth who are struggling in their current academic and/or home community due to emotional, academic and behavioral concerns. Teen Gym. 751-4133, The Summit Medical Fitness Center, 205 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Open gym for teens 13-18 years old. There is a fee for non-members. Teen Night. 751-4137, The Summit Medical Fitness Center, 205 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Youth recreational opportunities on Saturdays from October/November to March/April, 9-11 pm. For those in 6th - 12th grade or a Teenager. There is a fee for non-members. Teens In Crisis. 406-471-6599 (24/7 Crisis Line), P.O. Box 9766, Kalispell, MT 59904. Turtle Bay. 844-2890, 7325 Highway 93 South, Suite A, Lakeside, MT 59922. Intensive therapeutic outpatient services for children and adolescents with emotional problems. United Way Volunteer Center. 752-7266, 888-720-7266, United Way, Gateway Community Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 31, P.O. Box 7217, Kalispell, MT 59904. Volunteer placement services for teens and adults looking for volunteer opportunities. Eight one-day community service days. Volunteer of the Year Program. 752-7266, 888-720-7266, United Way, Gateway Community Center, Suite 31, P.O. Box 7217, Kalispell, MT 59904. 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 Youth Program. 758-6200, Flathead Job Service, 427 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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 14-21 who meet program guidelines. Wilderness Treatment Center. 854-2832, 200 Hubbart Dam Road, Marion, MT 59925. A licensed, residential drug and alcohol treatment facility for males ages 14-24. Intensive, approximately 30-day inpatient treatment followed by a 16-21 day wilderness expedition. Young Life Flathead Valley. 270-6369, P.O. Box 4473, Whitefish, MT 59937. An outreach ministry for junior high and senior high kids of the Flathead Valley. Currently there are groups in Bigfork, Kalispell, and Whitefish. Youth Dynamics (YDI). 751-8017, 450 Corporate Drive, Suite 105, Kalispell, MT 59901. A private, nonprofit behavioral health agency serving youth with emotional and behavioral problems and their families. A wide range of progressive community-based services are offered for client centered, culturally sensitive treatment programs according to the needs of each youth and family. YDI will travel to communities within 60 miles of the Kalispell Office to provide services. Youth Image Project. 270-3377, P.O. 1797, Whitefish, MT 59937. A non-profit organization created to empower at-risk teenagers by providing photographic training with which they can share their personal vision, expand their skill set, and advance their life opportunities. LIBRARIES 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. 752-1739, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Located in the basement of Kalispell Regional. KRH Radiation Oncology Patient Resource Center. 752-1790, 343 Sunnyview Lane, Ka lispell, MT 59901. Located off the lobby of Radiation Oncology. Bass Breast Center Library. 751-6488, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Located off the lobby of the Bass Breast Center. Columbia Falls Library Association. 892-5919, 130 Sixth Street, #C, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Supports the Columbia Falls Branch Library. Flathead County Library Foundation. 758-2469, 247 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Supports the programs, facilities, and patron services of the Flathead County Library System through fundraising and acceptance of charitable gifts.
Flathead County Library System. Cardholders may check out and return materials at any Partner Library in Missoula, Polson, Drummond, Anaconda, Miles City and Hamilton. Public meeting rooms may be reserved free of charge at the facilities in Kalispell. Friends of the Flathead County Library works for the benefit, improvement and welfare of the Flathead County Library System - its collections, its services and its facilities. Library catalog and other services are available on the library s website at: www. flatheadcountylibrary.org. Accepts memorials and welcomes donations to the Flathead County Library Foundation. Bigfork (Branch Library). 837-6976, 525 Electric Avenue, Bigfork, MT 59911. Columbia Falls (Branch Library). 892-5919, 130 Sixth Street West, #C, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Kalispell (Main Library). 758-5820, 247 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Friends of the Library works for the benefit, improvement, and welfare of the library. Marion (Branch Library). 854-2333, Marion Elementary School, 205 Gopher Lane, Marion, MT 59925. FVCC Library. 756-3856, Learning Resource Center, Flathead Valley Community College, Learning Recenter Building, 777 Grandview Drive, Kalispell. Open to the public. Any Flathead County resident may obtain a library card and get free passwords to the library s extensive periodical databases. Montana Talking Book Library. 800-332-3400, 1515 East Sixth Avenue, P.O. Box 201800, Helena, MT 59620. Montana residents who are unable to use standard print materials due to visual, physical and/or reading disabilities are eligible to apply to the Library for free mail loan or downloads of recorded books, magazines, and playback equipment. Schools, public libraries, nursing homes and other institutions (independent/assisted living facilities) can participate in talking book and magazines services as a direct link to eligible individuals they serve. North Valley Community Health Library. 863-3511, 1600 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT 59937. Resource for health and medical information with confidential and personal assistance. Over 400 books on health subjects and internet access to health and medical web sites. West Shore Community Library. 844-3917, 100 Bierney Creek Road, P.O. Box 107, Lakeside, MT 59922. Serves Somers and Lakeside in Flathead County plus Rollins and Dayton in Lake County. Not affiliated with the Flathead County Library System. Whitefish Library Association. 250-7831, P.O. Box 543, Whitefish, MT 59937. Supports the Whitefish Community Library. Whitefish Community Library. 862-9914, 9 Spokane Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. Offers general library services. Friends of the Whitefish Library is a nonprofit arm that handles programming, the book sale and coordination of volunteer services. The Whitefish Library Association coordinates any needed fundraising. Not affiliated with the Flathead County Library System. MEDIA RESOURCES NEWSPAPERS Bigfork Eagle. 837-5131, 8299 Highway 35, P.O. Box 406, Bigfork, MT 59911. Published weekly on Thursdays. Flathead Beacon. 257-9220, 17 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Published weekly on Wednesdays. Hungry Horse News. 892-2151, 926 Nucleus Avenue, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Published weekly on Thursdays. Kalispell Daily Inter Lake. 755-7000, 755-7018 (Circulation), 727 East Idaho, P.O. Box 7610, Kalispell, MT 59904. Published and delivered every morning for Flathead County. Mountain Trader. 257-2251, 1002 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Free classified shopper published weekly on Thursdays, and placed in racks from Eureka to Thompson Falls, and Libby to the Canyon. North Valley Advertiser. 862-3505, 312 East Second Street, Whitefish, MT 59937. Free shopper, serves Columbia Falls, Kalispell, and Whitefish. West Shore News. 844-3015. P.O. Box 406, Bigfork, MT 59911. Published weekly on Thursdays. Serves Dayton, Kalispell, Lakeside, Rollins, and Somers. Whitefish Pilot. 862-3505, 312 East Second Street, P.O. Box 488, Whitefish, MT 59937. Published weekly on Thursdays. RADIO STATIONS Bee Broadcasting, Inc. 755-8700, 2432 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT 59901. KALS - 97.1 FM. 752-5257, P.O. Box 9710, Kalispell, 59904. Format is soft adult contemporary Christian gospel. KBBZ - 98.5 FM. 755-7625, 2432 Highway 2 East, P.O. Box 5409, Kalispell, MT 59903. Classic rock. KDBR - 106.3 FM - The Bear. 257-5327, 2432 Highway 2 East, P.O. Box 5409, Kalispell, MT 59903. Format is country. KERR RADIO. 883-5255, 36581 North Reservoir Road, Polson, MT 59860. KHNK - 95.9 FM. 755-5465, 2432 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT 59901. KJJR - 880 AM - Newstalk. 756-5557, 2432 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT 59901. KOFI - 1180 AM. 752-5634 (Request Line), 755-6690 (Office), 317 First Avenue East, P.O. Box 608, Kalispell, MT 59903. News, talk, and Oldies. KOLK FM - 94.3 FM. 756-5655, 317 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. KQ92 FM. 675-9200, 36581 North Reservoir Road, Pablo, MT 59855. KQRK - Request Line. 883-9230, 36581 North Reservoir Road, Polson, MT 59860. KQRK - KERR Radio. 257-9430, 1131 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. KQRK-KQ92 FM. 883-9200, 36581 North Reservoir Road, Polson, MT 59860. KRVO - 103.1 FM - The River. 752-5786, 2432 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT 59901. KSPL - 90.9 FM. 800-766-5624. Repeater station for KMBI in Spokane. KWOL - 105.1 FM - The Mountain. 257-5665, 2432 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT 59901. KZMN - 103.9 FM - The Monster. 755-6690, 317 First Avenue East, P.O. Box 608, Kalispell, MT 59901. Format is classic rock hits. Montana Radio Café - KXZI - 101.9 FM. 755-7575, 3505 Highway 35, Kalispell, MT 59901. Radio 2000. 863-4500, 5850 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT 59937. Whitefish Radio. 862-5250, 1019 Creekview Drive, Whitefish, MT 59937. TELEVISION Broadcast Media Center. 752-4063. KAJ-TV Channel 8/18. 756-7933 (News Line), 756-5888, 301 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. CBS affiliated. Channel 8 is cable; channel 18 is UHF. KCFW-TV Channel 9. 755-5239, 257-1643 (Newsroom), 401 First Avenue East, P.O. Box 857, Kalispell, MT 59903. NBC affiliated. MOVIE THEATERS Mountain Mall Cinemas. 862-3130, Whitefish Mountain Mall, 6475 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT 59937. Stadium 14 Cinema. 752-7800 (Recorded Showtime Information), 752-7804 (Theatre Information), Signature Theatres, 185 Hutton Ranch Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. NATIONAL/STATE FORESTS & WILDERNESS AREAS Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex. 758-5208, Flathead National Forest, 650 Wolfpack Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Together, the Great Bear Wilderness, the Bob Marshall Wilderness and the Scapegoat Wilderness form the Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex, an area of more than 1.5 million acres. The Flathead National Forest manages the largest portion of this Wilderness Complex. This is the third largest The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition 35 wilderness complex in the lower 48 states. They are managed by four national forests - Flathead, Helena, Lewis and Clark, and Lolo, and five ranger districts - Spotted Bear, Hungry Horse, Lincoln, Rocky Mountain, and Seeley Lake. Bob Marshall Wilderness Foundation. 387-3808, P.O. Box 190688, Hungry Horse, MT 59919. Dedicated to restoring and preserving the trail system and wilderness values in the Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex. Brings citizens together to become active wilderness stewards. Volunteers participate in trail maintenance, campsite restoration and noxious weed eradication projects. Flathead National Forest. 758-5208, 650 Wolfpack Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Bordered by Canada, Glacier National Park and three other national forests - Lewis and Clark National Forest to the east, Lolo National Forest to the south and Kootenai National Forest to the west. The 2.3 million acres of public land are managed for multiple uses, such as hiking, camping, fishing, skiing, horseback riding, off-highway vehicles, snowmobiles, and river and lake recreation. Home to a wide range of plants and wildlife and wildlife viewing is popular across the forest. A permit is required for gathering fire wood from the forest. Supervisors Office. 758-5208, 650 Wolfpack Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Glacier View District. 387-3800, 10 Hungry Horse Drive, Hungry Horse, MT 59919. Hungry Horse District. 387-3800, 10 Hungry Horse Drive, Hungry Horse, MT 59919. Spotted Bear District. 758-5376 (Summer), 387-3800 (Winter), 10 Hungry Horse Drive, Hungry Horse, MT 59919. Swan Lake District. 837-7500, 200 Ranger Station Road, Bigfork, MT 59911. Tally Lake District. 758-5208, 650 Wolfpack Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. National Bison Range Complex. 406-644-2211 Ext 201 (Information), 58355 Bison Range Road, Moiese, MT 59924. Consists of four National Wildlife Refuges (NWR) and a Wetland Management District. The different units are scattered throughout the Flathead, Mission and Pleasant Valleys and include open water and open grasslands, cliff tops and tree tops, pine groves and aspen groves. Together these areas contain hundreds of species of grasses, wildflowers, shrubs and trees. These diverse habitats in turn support myriads of wildlife from meadow voles to mountain lions. The National Wildlife Refuges are: National Bison Range (18,766 acres); Ninepipe NWR (1,062 acres); Pablo NWR (2,543 acres); and Lost Trail NWR (7,885 acres). The Northwest Montana Wetland Management District has 15 waterfowl production Areas (WPA) in Flathead and Lake counties. Stillwater State Forest. 881-2371, DNRC (Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation), P.O. Box 164, Olney, 59927. The oldest and currently the largest state forest in Montana with approximately 93,000 acres in the main section of the forest. There are dispersed recreation opportunities such as hiking, fishing and hunting. During the winter a large section of trail is groomed for snowmobiling, skiing, dog sledding and other winter recreation. OPTOMETRISTS/OPTHAMOLOGISTS Barnes, Naomi, OD. 862-3346, North Valley Eye Care, 201-B East Second Street, Whitefish, MT 59937. Beckman, Alan J., OD. 257-1281, Shopko Eye Care Center,1370 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Benkelman, Clay E, OD. 837-6883, Bigfork Eye Clinic, IGA Shopping Center, 8111 Highway 35, Suite 6, Bigfork, MT 59911. Big Mountain Eye Care. 755-5171, 340 West Center Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Todd Erickson, OD. Bigfork Eye Clinic. 837-6883, IGA Shopping Center, 8111 Highway 35, Suite 6, Bigfork, MT 59911. Clay E. Benkelman, OD. Blades, Kurt E. 862-2020, Whitefish Eye Center, 346 Central Avenue, Suite B, Whitefish, MT 59937. Buker, Eva, OD. 862-6123, 6414 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT 59937. Columbia Falls Eyecare, PC. 892-4140, 211 Fifth Street West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Troy R. Ympa, OD. Dolan Family Vision. 756-8420, 32 Village Loop Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Doug Dolan, OD, Randall W. Curtis ABOC. Erickson, Todd, OD. 340 West Center Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Glacier Eye Clinic. 752-8825, 160 Heritage Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Jonathan Olsen, OD, Richard Robins, OD. Great Northern Eye Care. 862-6123, 6414 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT 59937. Eva Buker, OD. Horner, Beth, OD, PC. 755-9300, 2330 Highway 93 North, Kalispell, MT 59901. Meyer, Brian P., OD. 862-6123, 346 Central Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. Olsen, Jonathan, OD. 752-8825, Glacier Eye Clinic, 160 Heritage Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Lenscrafters. 752-4468, 20 North Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. The Vision Source. 755-5171, 340 West Center Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Vision Clinic. 755-5910, 100 Westview Park Place (North Meridian), Kalispell, MT 59901. Nick Chamberlain, Stanley R. Smith. Whitefish Eye Center LLC. 862-2020, 346 Central Avenue, Suite B, Whitefish, MT 59937. Kurt E. Blades, OD., Brian P. Meyer, OD. Ypma, Troy R., OD. 892-4140, 211 Fifth Street, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. PARKS CITY PARKS Columbia Falls City Parks - 892-4391 Clare Park. 12th Avenue West & Talbot Road. Picnic table adjacent to bike path. Columbus Park. 219 Third Street East. Basketball court, swing sets, play area, and four tennis courts. Depot Park. 57 Railroad Street. Sheltered picnic table, historic Shay Locomotive. Falls Park. 720 Nucleus Avenue. Relaxing sitting park with a seasonal cascade of water. Fenholt Park. Located at the corner of Ninth Street East and Third Avenue East. One of three baseball facilities in town. Well-shaded facility with an extensive playground set. Hoerner Park. 720 12th Street West. Baseball field. Horine Park. Surrounds the City Water Building between Talbot Road and Beth Road. Youth and high school soccer fields, a play area, and a skateboard ramp. Marantette Park. 233 13th Street East. Features the Don Lawrence Amphitheater, a picnic pavilion, our Veterans Memorial, and a large playground area. Restrooms available. Nucleus Avenue Pocket Park. Located at 629 Nucleus Avenue next to H&R Block. Picnic tables, porta pottie, bleacher location for the Heritage Days and Night of Lights Parades. Pinewood Family Aquatic Center and Park. 925 Fourth Avenue West. Treed park with picnic tables, a basketball court, a play area for young children, and the city pool. Railroad Street Field. Baseball field located at Fourth Avenue East North and Railroad Street. River s Edge Park. On the banks of the Flathead River, just off of Fifth Street East and Third Avenue East. 27 acres, 900 feet of river frontage with accessible and primitive walking paths. Riverbend Estates Park. Located at 82 Hidden Cedar Loop, near the Flathead River. Wildcat Park. Located at 1220 Talbot Road, along the Talbot Road hike/bike trail. Kalispell City Parks - 758-7715 Begg Park. Begg Park Drive, across from Lakers field. Playground, soccer field, picnic areas. Buffalo Head Park. Ponderosa Street. Picnic area. Cottonwood Park. Three mile drive. Picnic tables and playground equipment.. Court House Park. East & West South Main. Picnic table. Depot Park. Main & Center Streets. Gazebo, picnic tables, benches and restrooms.
36 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition Dry Bridge Park. Woodland Avenue & 11th Street East. Hiking, sledding, fishing and wildlife viewing. Eastside Park. Ninth Street East & Seventh Avenue East. Picnic tables, baseball and soccer fields, basketball courts, playground equipment, and tennis courts. Empire Park. Empire Loop. Basketball courts, playground. Gallagher Park. Third Street West & Fourth Avenue West. Picnic tables, playground, soccer fields, and basketball courts. Grandview Drive Park. Access by going down culvert at Buffalo Head Park (behind FVCC). Fishing pond stocked for kids. Greenbriar Park. Greenbriar Drive. Playground, picnic table, small gazebo. Hawthorne Park. Hawthorne Avenue & Liberty Street. Picnic tables, basketball courts, tennis courts, playground equipment, small gazebo. Heritage Park. Woodland Avenue across from Conrad Mansion. Picnic area, restrooms. Kalispell Youth Athletic Complex. 758-7715, Highway 93 North & Four Mile Drive. Youth athletic complex, park, playground, and running track. Laker & Archie Roe. 18th Street West. Ballfields, restroom, picnic area. Lawrence Park. North Main. Large pavilion/medium pavilion with electricity, picnic facilities, nature trails, playground equipment, restrooms, wildlife viewing, golf course bicycle/pedestrian trail, large open playing field, and sledding. Lions Park. Highway 93 South, shelters, picnic tables, restrooms and playground equipment. Meridian Park. Meridian Avenue & Second Street West. Baseball and soccer fields, picnic tables, and playground equipment. Northridge Park Northridge Drive. Picnic tables, tennis courts, basketball court, and playground equipment. Park View Terrace. Harrison Blvd. Picnic tables and playground equipment. Spring Prairie Tree Park. Kalispell Youth Athletic Complex, Highway 93 North & Four Mile Drive. Play structure, benches. Sunset Park. Garland Street & Sherry Lane. Playground. Tennis Court Complex. Flathead Valley Community College. Washington Street Park. Sixth Avenue North West & Washington Street. Playground equipment and picnic tables. Westwood Park. West Reserve and Stillwater Drive. No facilities at this time. Woodland Park. Conrad Drive & Woodland Avenue. Community Spirit Monument, lagoon, formal garden, rose garden, Woodland Water Park, Woodland Camp Center, pavilion shelters, barbecues, restrooms, playground equipment, horseshoe pits, exercise trail, Woodland Ice Center - refrigeration system, ice skating & warming house. Whitefish City Parks: 863-2470 Armory Park. 863-2472, Armory Road. Four softball fields, soccer field, community center, skate park, 5-acre off-leash dog park. Roy Duff Memorial Armory Building is a multiuse building available for rentals. Baker Park. Across from Riverside Park. Playground equipment, picnic shelter, river access. City Beach. Southeast shore of Whitefish Lake. Public swimming area, boat launch, 3 picnic shelters, barbecues, concession stand, restrooms. Crestwood Park. 59 Crestwood Drive. Horseshoe pit, picnic tables, wetlands. Depot Park. Depot Street & Central Avenue. Picnic tables. Grouse Mountain Park. Highway 93 & Fairway Drive. 3 tennis courts, 2 soccer fields, and public rest area. Kay Beller Park. Highway 93 North. River access, picnic tables, walkway path, and observation deck. Memorial Park. Second Street & Pine Avenue. Playground, basketball court, and tennis courts. Mountain Trails Park. 715 Wisconsin Avenues. Ice rink, volleyball court, BBQ. Riverside Park. 504 Baker Avenue. River access, picnic tables, tennis courts, and walking path. Soroptimist Park. 130 Minnesota Avenue. Playground, basketball court, gazebo and soccer field. Rocksund Bike Path - Riverwood Park. JP Road. River access and walking trail. Stumptown Ice Den. 863-2477, 715 Wisconsin Avenue, P.O. Box 158, Whitefish, MT 59937. Indoor ice rink. COUNTY PARKS Aquatic Parks: 758-5800, Flathead County Parks and Recreation Department Blankenship Bridge (See also Max Edgar). 9 miles North East of Columbia Falls on the North Fork of Flathead River. Boat ramp, picnic area, and restrooms. Flathead River Ranchetts. 3-4 miles south of Creston Fire Hall off of Riverside Road. Boat launch, benches, picnic table. Foy s Lake Park. 4 miles South West of Kalispell on Foys Lake Road. Boat ramp, benches and restrooms. Lakeside Boat Ramp. North of Lakeside Marina on Highway 93 in Lakeside. New Boat ramp, dock, and picnic table, large swimming area. Leisure Island. ½ mile east of Willow Glen Drive on Flathead and Stillwater Rivers in Kalispell. Boat ramp, trails, picnicking, fenced lawn area. North Hilltop. Playground equipment, basketball court, picnic tables. Volunteer Park. In Lakeside with waterfront access and is our newest County Park. It is approximately 1.5 acres and is located at the northeast corner of Hwy 93 and Adams Street. It is a day use facility with no overnight camping. There are 37 paved parking places for passenger vehicles - no parking for oversize vehicles or trailers. The park includes a pea gravel beach; a swim dock; a boat dock; benches along the water s edge; 3 pavilions; a lawn area and restrooms. The facilities are ADA accessible. Whitefish Lake Boat Access. Lake Park Addition. Dock, benches, restrooms. Athletic Parks: 758-5800, Flathead County Parks and Recreation Department Camelot Estates:.75 miles East of Highway 2 on East Reserve Drive. Playground equipment, picnic tables, fishing and benches. Conrad Complex. On Woodland Drive & Highway 2 in Kalispell. 9 softball fields, 1 baseball field, 1 basketball court, picnic tables, playground equipment, restrooms. Evergreen Lions Park. Bernard and East Evergreen Drive. Basketball court, playground equipment, baseball field with backstop, benches, picnic tables, play tires. Foy s Lake Community Center. 4 miles South West of Kalispell on Foy s Lake Road. Public meeting room (for rent), restrooms, kitchen, new deck area, large fenced lawn area, picnic tables. Foy s Lake. 2½ miles south of Kalispell on Foy s Lake Road, restrooms and concrete boat ramp Posted swim area with docks, picnic tables and benches. Green Acres. South of Woodland Drive and Haven Drive. Playground equipment, picnic table. Herron Park. 4 miles south of Kalispell on Foy s Lake Road. Restrooms, equestrian jumps, 60 permanent horse stalls, dressage arenas, cross-country ski trails, sledding hill, picnic table. Hillcrest Park. 1 mile North on Whitefish Stage. 2 softball fields, restrooms, playground equipment, bleachers. Joe Potoczny Field (G.S.A. Park). 1/8 mile west of main Bigfork intersection on Holt Drive. Baseball field with backstop, restrooms, picnic tables, bleachers, shelter, barbecue. Kings Loop Park. King s Way Subdivision, next to the Whitefish River, north off West Evergreen Drive. Fishing, picnicking, mowed and cleaned. Meadow Hills Park. 2 miles west on Highway 2, off Spring Creek Drive. Playground equipment. Swings, tire tree, 2 barbecues, picnic tables. Mission Village Overlook. Mission Trail Road. Playground equipment, picnic tables, benches. North Haven. Southwest of Flathead Valley Community College. Playground equipment, picnic table. Silver Shadows Park. Silver Shadows Subdivision. Playground equipment, baseball field with backstop. Sunrise Terrace. East of Kalispell on Sunrise Drive. Playground equipment, benches, picnic table. Your Public Transportation Provider 758-5728 www.flathead.mt.gov/eagle Services and Fares City Bus Service Kalispell/Evergreen Whitefish Columbia Falls Commuter Service Kalispell to Whitefish Kalispell to Columbia Falls Dial-a-Ride Appointment-based Door to door For seniors age 60+ and people with disabilites Fares $1 each way for city and communter $1.50 each way for Dial-a-Ride Seniors ride for a donation
Bigfork Parks Bigfork Dock. Dock, benches, picnic table. Carlyle Johnson Park. 0.75 miles east on Highway 83. 4 baseball and 2 soccer fields, restrooms, playground equipment, 4 bleachers, picnic tables. Sliter s Park. Covered stage, restrooms, playground equipment, picnic tables, benches. Columbia Falls Parks Kokanee Bend. Off Kokanee Circle. Baseball field, playground equipment, picnic tables, horseshoe pits, basketball net. Ferndale Parks Aero Lane. Next to the Airport. Baseball field, restrooms, bleachers. Hungry Horse Botanical Park. Adjacent to Highway 2 west of Hungry Horse Ranger Station. Picnic tables, restrooms, horseshoe pits, and nature trail system. Hungry Horse Roadside Parks. Picnic tables. Lakeside Parks Ben Williams Park. 1 mile southwest of Lakeside on Blacktail Road. Picnic tables, benches, barbecues, restrooms, picnic shelter, volleyball, playground equipment, horseshoe pits. Lakeside Docks (2). One at end of Bierney Creek Road and one at the end of Adams Street. Concrete boat ramps. Volunteer Park. Highway 93 and Adams Street. It is a day use facility with no overnight camping. Includes a pea gravel beach; a swim dock; a boat dock; benches along the water s edge; 3 pavilions; a lawn area and restrooms. The facilities are ADA accessible. Little Bitterroot Blue Grouse Access. Lodgepole Drive. Concrete boat ramp, picnic tables, dock, bathrooms, handicap access. Kelsey/Cumming Dam Outlet. Boat ramp, 2 picnic tables, auto and trailer parking. Martin City Martin City Park. First Avenue and Third Street. Ballfields, playground equipment, bathroom. North Fork Max Edgar (See also Blankenship Bridge). Restrooms, picnic tables, boat ramp, river access. NATIONAL PARKS Glacier National Park. 888-7800 (Visitor Information), 888-7806 (TDD), 295 Mather Drive, P.O. Box 128, West Glacier, MT 59936. Glacier National Park is bordered by Canada on the north and the Flathead River on the west and south. The fourth largest national park in the lower 48 states, Glacier National Park adjoins Waterton Lakes National Park in Alberta, Canada, to create the Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park. The historic Going-to-the-Sun Road, a 50 mile National Historic Landmark highway through the park, crosses the Continental Divide. The million acre wilderness is dotted with 27 glaciers and about 750 lakes. Recreational opportunities include hiking, horseback riding, bicycling, backpacking, camping, fishing, mountain climbing, boating, rafting, swimming, picnicking, sightseeing, photography and naturalist programs and guided hikes. Year-round accommodations are available on the park s borders, and accommodations in the park are open from May through early October. Call for additional information. Glacier National Park Conservancy. 892-3250, 402 Ninth Street West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. 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. ) First Presbyterian Church of Kalispell Where our Mission is to live, learn, love and share the power of Christ. Sunday Workship 10:00 a.m. 540 South Main, Kalispell 406-752-7488 www.pcusa-kalispell.org The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition 37 STATE PARKS: The Mailing Address for these state parks is: the Name of the specific State Park, FWP Region 1 Headquarters, 490 North Meridian, Kalispell, MT 59901. Lone Pine State Park. 755-2706, 300 Lone Pine Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Located five miles southwest of Kalispell via South Meridian Road and Foys Lake Road. Visitors center, self-guided interpretive nature trail that is handicap accessible, picnic area, equestrian trail, hiking and biking, archery range, volleyball, horseshoes, picnic pavilions and beautiful views of the valley and Kalispell. Day use only. Wayfarer s State Park. 837-4196, 8600 Highway 35, Bigfork, MT 59911. Located ½ mile south of Bigfork on Highway 35 and a popular site to enjoy nature walks. Has a quiet campground, beach, boat launch, marine campsites, picnic area, group shelter and great view of the lake. West Shore State Park. 844-3044, 17768 Highway 93, Lakeside, MT 59922. Has a boat ramp and dock. The day use area has a picnic and swim area. The camping area is one of the best in the state park system. Includes marine campsites. A disabled campsite with power is also available. Whitefish Lake State Park. 862-3991, 1615 West Lakeshore, Whitefish, MT 59937. Located 1 mile west of Whitefish on Highway 93 (then north 1 mile). Pleasant camping area with showers, beach area, boat ramp, dock, and boat parking. PHYSICIANS NATUROPATHIC - ND Bridge Medical Center. 863-9300, 5938 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT 59937. Dr. Steven K. Gordon, ND, Patricia Cole, MD; Michael Sybrant, DC; Ryan Wigness, DC, Donald Beans, LAC, Sara Bonds, LMP. Hawes, Jennifer, ND. 257-9997, 723 Fifth Avenue, Suite 120, Kalispell, MT 59901. Women s health specialist. Waltz, Ann, ND, LAC. 756-0308, 725 Sixth Avenue East, #3, Kalispell, MT 59901. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - DO - DERMATOLOGY Whitefish Dermatology. 862-7546, 401 Baker Street, Whitefish, MT 59937. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - DO - EYE Great Northern Eye Care. 862-6123, Whitefish, MT 59937. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - DO - GYNECOLOGY Glacier Maternity & Women s Center. 752-8180, 195 Commons Loop, Suite D, Kalispell, MT 59901. Also has offices at: Alpine Family Medicine, 734 Ninth Street West, #12, Columbia Falls, MT 59912 and Alpine Women s Center, 2002 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT 59937. Lewison, Kathleen M., DM. 862-6436, 2002 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT 59937. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - DO - NEUROLOGY Glacier Headache & Sleep Center. 752-1729, 1297 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Patrick J. Burns, DO. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - DO - OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY Lewison, Kathleen M., DM. 862-6436, 2002 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT 59937. Northwest Women s Health Care. 752-8282, 75 Claremont Street, Suite A, Kalispell, MT 59901. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - DO - PAIN MANAGEMENT Jahnke, Scott R., DO. 755-4488, 3 Meridian Court, Kalispell, MT 59901. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - DPM - PODIATRISTS (FOOT) Barnes, Esther, DPM. 755-2818, Step Ahead Food & Ankle Clinic, PC, 175 Commons Loop, Suite 400, Kalispell, MT 59901. Sundays 9:00 am Worship Service 10:00 am Coffee Cup Fellowship 10:30 am Worship Service 9:00 am KJJR on AM dial LCMC 5150 River Lakes Parkway Whitefish, MT 59937 (406) 862-2615 www.clcwhitefish.org First Presbyterian Church of Whitefish Free Ticket to Heaven...Come inside for details. We re open on Sunday! Your Church, Home away from Home. Church Service at 10 a.m. Sunday Live It. Love It. Share It. Central and Third - 862-2802 Whitefish, Montana - www.fpcwhitefish.org Blessed John Paul II Catholic Church Msgr. Donald W. Shea, Pastor Adoration: Thursday 9:30am to 10:30am Confession: Saturday 3:30pm or by appt. Weekend Mass: Saturday 4:30pm Sunday 8:30am & 10:30am 195 Coverdell Rd, Bigfork (off Hwy 35) 837-4846
38 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition Glacier Foot & Ankle Associates. 755-1300, 95 Indian Trail Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Eric Ploot, DPM. Kalispell Foot & Ankle Clinic. 755-5250, 907 South Main, Kalispell, MT 59901. Wesley Rashid, DPM, PC. Ploot, Erik, DPM-Podiatrist. 755-1300, Glacier Foot & Ankle Associates, 95 Indian Trail Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - MD Adams, Gregory T., MD. 752-8456, 350 Heritage Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Allergy & Asthma Center, PC. 877-714-8111, 20 Four Mile Drive, Suite 2, Kalispell, MT 59901. David Mangold, PA-C. Alme, Aaron M., MD. 752-8825, 160 Heritage Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Alpine Family Medicine. 892-1011, Falls Station, 734 Highway 2 West, Suite 12, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Dr. Derek, A. Gedlaman. Alpine Women s Center. 862-6436, 2002 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT 59937. D. Randall Beach, MD; Mirna D. Bowden, MD; Kathleen M. Lewison, MD. Andenoro, John, MD. 752-8456, 350 Heritage Way, Suite 2300, Kalispell, MT 59901. Armstrong, James H., MD. 752-8104, 795 Sunset Blvd, Kalispell, MT 59901. Barth, Roger, MD. 752-8825, 160 Heritage Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Beach, Randall D., MD. 862-6436, 2002 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT 59937. Bigfork Medical Clinic. 837-5541, 8299 Highway 35, Bigfork, MT 59911. Boharski, Michael G., MD. 752-5553, 430 Windward Way Suite 203, Kalispell, MT 59901. Bowden, Mirna D., MD. 862-6436, 2002 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT 59937. Brown, Roger G., MD. 752-1404, 1297 Burns Way, Suite 1, Kalispell, MT 59901. Buchele Plastic Surgery. 758-6888, 40 Four Mile Drive, Suite 5, Kalispell, MT 59901. Buls, Justin, MD. 892-3208, 2165 Ninth Street, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Carlson, Mary Ann, MD. 892-3208, 2165 Ninth Street, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Caughlan, Thomas V., MD. 752-2010, 150 Commons Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Coburn, Brittany, NP-C. 892-3208, 2165 Ninth Street, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Cole, Patricia, MD. 863-9300, Bridge Medical Center, 5938 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT 59937. DeHoop, Thomas A., MD. 752-5252, 210 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Diegel, Roger, MD. 752-2010, 150 Commons Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Family Health Care. 752-8120, 1287 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT 59901 Kelly Berkram, MD; Laura Csaplar, MD; Charles Dixon, MD; J. Peter Heyboer, MD; Lexi Tabor-Manaker, MD; Loren Vranish, MD. Family Health Care Ultrasound. 257-7226, 1860 Highway 93 North, Kalispell, MT 59901. Ferril, William, MD. 862-3308, 550 Central Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. Ferril, William B., MD. 863-9906, 550 Central Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. Fields, Richard, FNP. 892-3208, 2165 Ninth Street, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Flathead Community Health Center. 751-8113, Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Offers medical and dental services. Flathead Orthopedic. 752-7900, 111 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Gardner, Cameron, MD. 892-3208, 2165 Ninth Street, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Gedlaman, Derek A. MD, DO. 892-1011, 734 Highway 2 West, Suite 12, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. George, Thomas F., MD. 756-7555, 175 Commons Loop, Suite 300, Kalispell, MT 59901. Glacier Ear Nose Throat Head & Neck Surgery. 752-8330, 160 Heritage Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Glacier Eye Clinic. 752-8825, 160 Heritage Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Glacier Medical Associates. 862-2515, 1111 Baker Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. Suzanne D. Daniell, MD; Jon N. Kalbfleisch, MD; Jon A Miller, MD; Bayne A. French, MD; Kathryn H. Neff, MD; Jay S. Erickson, MD; Daniel E. Munzing, MD; Jennie W. Eckstrom, MD; Todd A. Bergland, MD; Courtney A. Austin, MD; Rayne L. Beach, FNP; Laura H. Hunter, FNP; Amy R. Nightingale, FNP; Cathy S. Love, FNP,. Glacier Oncology PLLC. 752-7600, 75 Claremont Street, Suite E, Kalispell, MT 59901. Grizzly Spine Pain & Rehab, PC. 755-4488, 3 Meridian Court, Kalispell, MT 59901. Gunlikson, Ryan T., MD. 862-5575, 2000 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT 59937. Hansen, Kathryn Kay, MD. 756-7555, 175 Commons Loop, Suite 300, Kalispell, MT 59901. Jahnke, Scott R., DO. 755-4488, 3 Meridian Court, Kalispell, MT 59901. Jonas, Gwenda C., MD. 752-5252, 210 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kalispell Medical Offices, PLLP. 755-5266, 1280 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kalispell Medical Oncology, PLLP. 752-8900, 350 Heritage Way, Suite 1100, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kalispell OB-GYN, PLLC. 752-5252, 210 Sunnyview Lane, Suite 201, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kathleen Nelson, MD; Gwenda Jonas, MD; John Lavin, MD; Thomas DeHoop, MD Kiley, James A., MD. 752-6344, 210 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Klein, Debbie, MD, PLLC. 257-7162, 75 Claremont Street, Suite C, Kalispell, MT 59901. Lakeside Family Health Center. 857-2997, 77 Deer Creek Road, Somers, MT 59932. Lavin, John, MD. 752-5252, 210 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Lewison, Kathleen M., MD. 862-6436, 2002 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT 59937. Montana Plastic Surgery Center MD. 800-255-7674, 1600 Ninth Street South, Great Falls, MT 59405. Murdock, David K., MD. 756-7555, 175 Commons Loop, Suite 300, Kalispell, MT 59901. Nelson, Gina S., MD, PC. 755-6550, 210 Sunnyview Lane, Suite 104, Kalispell, MT 59901. Nelson, Kathleen G., MD. 752-5252, 210 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Newman, Michael, MD. 862-0600, 301 East Second Street, Whitefish, MT 59937. North Valley Embrace Health. 862-4763, North Valley Hospital Cornerstone Building, 3004 Hospital way, Whitefish, MT 59937. A structured outpatient program that provides individualized treatment for those 55 years and older who suffer from emotional, behavioral or mental health disorders. North Valley Professional Center. 892-3208, 2165 Ninth Street West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Offers family medicine, pediatrics, obstetrics and visiting specialists. An outpatient division of North Valley Hospital. A rural health care clinic with a sliding fee scale available for qualified patients. Northwest Orthopedics & Sports Medicine. 752-6784, 350 Heritage Way, Suite 1200, Kalispell, MT 59901. Northwest Specialty Clinics. 863-9340, 1111 Baker Avenue, Suite 2, Whitefish, MT 59937. Northwest Montana Surgical Associates. 752-5000, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Northwest Women s Health Care. 752-8282, 75 Claremont Street, Suite A, Kalispell, MT 59901. Richard H. Taylor, MD; Robert M. Rogers, Jr., MD; Janna Sullivan NP; Kathleen Olson, NP; Cathleen Simensen, NP; Shawn Shanahan, NP-C; Karrin Sax, NP; Julie Cook, FNP, Laci Burk, FNP. Owen, Sylvia A., MD. 756-7555, 175 Commons Loop, Suite 300, Kalispell, MT 59901. Palchak, Andrew E., MD. 752-6345, 210 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Peterson, Dennis L., MD. 755-7366, 705 Sixth Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Quint, Alan S., MD. 755-3148, 33 Second Street East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Redfield, Kelly, MD. 755-7366, 705 Sixth Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Remington, Mark C., MD. 752-8825, 160 Heritage Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Righetti Michael, MD. 862-8862, 2004 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT 59937. Robinson, Sarah P. MD. 755-7366, 705 Sixth Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Rogers, Robert M., Jr., MD. 752-8282, 75 Claremont Street, Suite A, Kalispell, MT 59901. Schvaneveldt, John, MD. 752-8330, 160 Heritage Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Sorensen, Mark J., MD. 752-2277, 75 Claremont Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Stephens, John V., MD. 752-2155, 1250 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Swanberg, Louise E., MD. 755-7366, 705 Sixth Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Tamarack Medical Clinic. 752-2010, 150 Commons Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Urology Associates PC. 752-8456, 350 Heritage Way, Suite 2300, Kalispell, MT 59901. John D. Andenoro, MD; Amy K. McKerrow, MD; Gregory T. Adams, MD; Kim T. Conlin, PA-C. Van Belois, Bernadette M., MD. 752-2010, 150 Commons Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Veneman, Kristen, Dr. 863-2363, 2004 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT 59937. Weber, Steve W., MD. 752-8825, 160 Heritage Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Whitefish Plastic Surgery. 862-6808, 5850 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT 59937. Sarah Nargi, MD. Wilder, Wallace, MD. 752-8300, 210 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Woodland Clinic. 755-7366, 705 Sixth Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - MD - AEROSPACE MEDICINE Dixon, Charles L., MD. 752-8120, 1287 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Vranish, Leon S, MD. 752-8120, 1287 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Winkel, R. Dennis, MD, PC. 752-8877, 1250 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - MD - ALLERGY & IMMUNOLOGY Allergy & Asthma Center, PC. 877-714-8111, 20 Four Mile Drive, #2, Kalispell, MT 59901. Glacier Ear, Nose & Throat, Head & Neck Surgery. 752-8330, 160 Heritage Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - MD - BARIATRIC (WEIGHT CONTROL) Benefis Bariatric Institute. 406-455-2814, 400 13th Avenue South, Great Falls, MT 59405. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - MD - BREAST DISEASE Bass Breast Center. 751-6488, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - MD - CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE (HEART) Benefis Heart & Vascular Institute. 406-731-8500, 1101 28th Street South, Great Falls, MT 59405. Rocky Mountain Heart & Lung. 257-8992, 350 Heritage Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Cardiac Surgery (751-6231), Cardiology (257-8992). PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - MD - DERMATOLOGY (SKIN DISEASE) Dermatology Associates, PLLP. 756-7555, 175 Commons Loop, Suite 300, Kalispell, MT 59901. David K. Murdock, MD; Thomas F. George, MD; Kathryn Kay Hansen, MD; Sylvia A, Owen, MD; Libbie S. Lapp, PA-C. Skin Therapy Studio. 257-3686, 151 Business Center Loop, #2C, Kalispell, MT 59901. Acne Clinic. Whitefish Dermatology. 862-7546, 401 Baker Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. Terry Pynes, MD. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - MD - ENDOCRINOLOGY & METABOLISM Northwest Specialists. 751-5364, 75 Claremont Street, Suite H, Kalispell, MT 59901. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - MD - FAMILY PRACTICE All Families Healthcare. 755-1647, 1060 North Meridian Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Susan Cahill, PA-C, MSW; P.F. Henke, MD. Alpine Family Medicine. 892-1011, Falls Station, 734 Highway 2 West, Suite 12, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Dr. Derek A. Gedlaman. Big Sky Family Medicine. 752-8433, 202 Conway Drive, Suite 200, Kalispell, MT 59901. Bigfork Family Practice. 837-HELP (4357), 7935 Highway 35, Suite 201, Bigfork, MT 59911. Dennis Probst, DO; Lianna Danielson, APRN, FNP-C; Michelle Hellwig, APRN, FNP-C. Bigfork Medical Clinic. 837-5541, 8299 Highway 35, Bigfork, MT 59911. Cole, Patricia, MD. 863-9300, 5938 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT 59937. Holistic Family Practice Medicine. Family Health Care. 752-8120, 1287 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Glacier Medical Associates. 862-2515, 1111 Baker Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. Northwest Family Medicine. 752-8877, 1250 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Palchak, Andrew E., MD. 752-6345, 210 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - MD - GASTROENTEROLOGY (DIGESTIVE DISORDER) Boharski, Michael G., MD. 752-5553, 430 Windward Way, Suite 203, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kalispell Gastroenterology. 752-7441, 75 Claremont Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Northwest Gastroenterology. 751-5393. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - MD - GYNECOLOGY Beach, Randall D., MD. 862-6436, 2002 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT 59937. Bowden, Mirna D., MD. 862-6436, 2002 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT 59937. Flathead Valley Women s Center. 752-0303, 210 Sunnyview Lane, Suite 107, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kalispell OB-GYN, PLLC. 752-5252, 210 Sunnyview Lane, Suite 201, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kathleen Nelson MD; Gwenda Jonas MD; John Lavin MD; Thomas DeHoop, MD. Lewison, Kathleen M., DM. 862-6436, 2002 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT 59937. Nelson, Gina, MD. 755-6550, 210 Sunnyside Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Northwest Women s Health Care. 752-8282, 75 Claremont Street, Suite A, Kalispell, MT 59901. Richard H. Taylor, MD; Robert M. Rogers, Jr., MD; Janna Sullivan NP; Kathleen Olson, NP; Cathleen Simensen, NP; Shawn Shanahan, NP-C; Karrin Sax, NP; Julie Cook, FNP, Laci Burk, FNP. Olson, Kathleen, NP. 752-8282, Northwest Women s Health Care, 75 Claremont Street, Suite A, Kalispell, MT 59901. Rogers, Robert M., Jr., MD. 752-8282, 75 Claremont Street, Suite A, Kalispell, MT 59901. Taylor, Richard H., MD. 752-8282, 75 Claremont Street, Suite A, Kalispell, MT 59901. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - MD - HEMATOLOGY (BLOOD) Northwest Oncology & Hematology. 752-8900, 350 Heritage Way, Suite 1100, Kalispell, MT 59901. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - MD - INFECTIOUS DISEASES Northwest Specialists. 751-5364, 75 Claremont Street, Suite H, Kalispell, MT 59901. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - MD - INFERTILITY Beach, Randall D., MD. 862-6436, 2002 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT 59937. Bowden, Mirna D., MD. 862-6436, 2002 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT 59937. Kalispell OB-GYN PLLC. 752-5252, 210 Sunnyview Lane, Suite 201, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kathleen Nelson, MD; Gwenda Jonas, MD; John Lavin, MD; Thomas DeHoop, MD. Lewison, Kathleen M., MD. 862-6436, 2002 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT 59937. Northwest Women s Health Care. 752-8282, 75 Claremont Street, Suite A, Kalispell, MT 59901. Richard H. Taylor, MD; Robert M. Rogers, Jr., MD; Janna Sullivan NP; Kathleen Olson, NP; Cathleen Simensen, NP; Shawn Shanahan, NP-C; Karrin Sax, NP; Julie Cook, FNP, Laci Burk, FNP. Olson, Kathleen, NP. 752-8282, Northwest Women s Health Care, 75 Claremont Street, Suite A, Kalispell, MT 59901. Rogers, Robert M., Jr., MD. 752-8282, 75 Claremont Street, Suite A, Kalispell, MT 59901. Taylor, Richard H., MD. 752-8282, 75 Claremont Street, Suite A, Kalispell, MT 59901. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - MD - INTERNAL MEDICINE Caughlan, Thomas V., MD. 752-2010, 150 Commons Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Family Health Care, PC. 752-8120, 1287 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Glacier Medical Associates. 862-2515, 1111 Baker, Whitefish, MT 59937. Kalispell Medical Offices, PLLP. 755-5266, 1280 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Woodland Clinic. 755-7366, 705 Sixth Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Louise E. Swanberg, MD, FACP; Dennis L. Peterson, MD, MPH; Sarah Page Robinson, MD; Melanie M. Zander, ARNP, Elizabeth King, NP.
PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - MD - NEUROLOGY Neuroscience & Spine Institute - Department of Neurology. 752-5095, 200 Commons Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Sleep Medicine Center. 752-1729, 862-2229, 200 Commons Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Patrick J. Burns, DO. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - MD - OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY Alpine Women s Center. 862-6436, 2002 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT 59937. D. Randall Beach, MD; Mirna D. Bowden, MD; Kathleen M. Lewison, MD. Beach, D. Randall, MD. 862-6436, 2002 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT 59937. Bowden, Mirna D., MD. 862-6436, 2002 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT 59937. DeHoop, Thomas A., MD. 752-5252, 210 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Jonas, Gwenda C., MD. 752-5252, 210 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kalispell OB-GYN, PLLC. 752-5252, 210 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kathleen Nelson, MD; Gwenda Jonas, MD; John Lavin, MD; Thomas DeHoop, MD. Lavin, John, MD. 752-5252, 210 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Nelson, Gina S., MD. 755-6550, 210 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Nelson, Kathleen G., MD. 752-5252, 210 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - MD - ONCOLOGY (TUMORS) Benefis Sletten Cancer Institute. 866-466-6822, 406-731-8200, 1117 29th Street South, Great Falls, MT 59405. Glacier Oncology PLLC. 752-7600, 75 Claremont Street, Suite E, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kalispell Regional Healthcare Radiation Oncology Services. 752-1790, 343 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Dr. Gordon Stillie. Northwest Montana Surgical Associateas - Surgical Oncology. 751-5392, 75 Claremont Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Northwest Oncology & Hematology. 752-8900, 350 Heritage Way, Suite 1100, Kalispell, MT 59901 PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - MD - OPHTHAMOLOGY (EYE) Glacier Eye Clinic. 752-8825, 800-772 8825, 160 Heritage Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Aaron M. Alme, MD; Roger A. Barth, MD; Jerry Meislik, MD; Mark C. Remington, MD; Gus Stein, MD; Steve W. Weber, MD. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - MD - OTOLARYNGOLOGY (EAR, NOSE & THROAT) Allergy & Asthma Center PC. 877-714-8111, 20 Four Mile Drive, #2, Kalispell, MT 59901. Glacier, Ear, Nose & Throat, Head & Neck Surgery. 752-8330, 160 Heritage Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. John Schvaneveldt, MD; Karl M. Oehrtman, MD; Kyle Tubbs, MD; Kent Keele, DO. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - MD - PAIN MANAGEMENT Grizzly Spine Pain & Rehab PC. 755-4488, 3 Meridian Court, Kalispell, MT 59901. Scott Jahnke, DO. The Montana Center for Wellness and Pain Management. 756 8488, 245 Windward way, Kalispell, MT 59901. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - MD - PEDIATRICS (INFANT, CHILD & ADO- LESCENT CARE) Big Sky Family Medicine. 752-8433, 202 Conway Drive, Suite 200, Kalispell, MT 59901. Family Health Care PC. 752-8120, 1287 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Northwest Family Medicine. 752-8877, 1250 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Sorenson, Mark J., MD. 752-2277, 75 Claremont Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Sunny View Pediatrics. 752-8300, 210 Sunnyview Lane, Suite 103, Kalispell, MT 59901. Winkel, R. Dennis, MD, PC. 257-4883. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - MD - PHYSICAL MEDICINE & REHABILITATION Jahnke, Scott R., DO. 755-4488, 3 Meridian Court, Kalispell, MT 59901. Stephens, John V., MD. 752-2155, 1250 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - MD - PSYCHIATRY Houser, Victor C., MD. 755-6200, 355 First Avenue West North, Kalispell, MT 59901. Newman, Michael, MD. 862-0600, 301 East Second Street, Whitefish, MT 59937. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - MD - PSYCHIATRY - CHILD & ADOLESCENT Houser, Victor C., MD. 755-6200, 355 First Avenue West North, Kalispell, MT 59901. Shodair Children s Hospital. 800-447-6614, 2755 Colonial Drive, P.O. Box 5539, Helena, MT 59604. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - MD - PULMONARY DISEASES (LUNG) Allergy & Asthma Center, PC. 877-714-8111, 20 Four Mile Drive, #2, Kalispell, MT 59901. Rocky Mountain Heart & Lung - Pulmonology. 257-8992, 350 Heritage Way, Suite 2100, Kalispell, MT 59901. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - MD - RADIOLOGY - THERAPEUTIC Benefis Sletten Cancer Institute. 866-466-6822, 406-731-8200, 1117 29th Street South, Great Falls, MT 59405. Stillie, Gordon, DO, FACRO. 752-1790, 343 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - MD - RHEUMATOLOGY (ARTHRITIS) Diegel, Roger, MD. 752-2010, 150 Commons Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Van Belois, Bernadette M., MD. 752-2010, 150 Commons Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - MD - SLEEP DISORDER MEDICINE Sleep Medicine Center. 752-1729, 862-2229, 200 Commons Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Patrick J. Burns, DO. The Sleep Center at Rocky Mountain Heart & Lung. 257-8979, 350 Heritage Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kimberly S. Damrow, MD; Anthony Del Nagare, MD; Timothy F. Obermiller, MD. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - MD - SPORTS MEDICINE Dr. Sobba. 863-9340, 1111 Baker Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. Peak Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine, PLLC. 863-9340, 1111 Baker Avenue, Suite 2, Whitefish, MT 59937. Stephens, John V., MD. 752-2155, 1250 Burns Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - MD - SURGERY - FOOT & ANKLE DuMontier, Timothy, MD. 752-6784, 350 Heritage Way, Suite 1200, Kalispell, MT 59901. Ploot, Erik, DPM. 755-1300, 95 Indian Trail Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - MD - SURGERY - GENERAL North Valley Surgical Services. 862-5575, 2000 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT 59937. Northwest Montana Surgical Associates. 752-5000, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Surgery Clinic at North Valley Hospital. 863-1333, 1111 Baker Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59901. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - MD - SURGERY - HAND Reagan, Douglas, MD. 752-6784, 350 Heritage Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Thorderson, Kurt, MD. 752-6784, 350 Heritage Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - MD - SURGERY - ORTHOPEDIC Flathead Orthopedics. 752-7900, 111 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Matthew K. Bailey, MD; Rodney D. Brandt, MD; Donald P. Ericksen, MD; Lawrence J. Iversen, MD; Bert F. Jones, MD; Stanley H. Makman, MD; Albert D. Olszewski, MD; Steven J. Rizzolo, MD; Erik L. Schroeder, MD; Ned A. Wilson. The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition 39 Northwest Orthopedics & Sports Medicine LLC. 752-6784, 350 Heritage Way, Suite 1200, Kalispell, MT 59901. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - MD - SURGERY - PLASTIC & RECONSTRUCTIVE Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Center. 406-542-7300, Missoula, MT 59802. Brown, Roger G., MD. 752-1404, 1297 Burns Way, Suite 1, Kalispell, MT 59901. Buchele Plastic Surgery. 758-6888, 40 Four Mile Drive, Suite 5, Kalispell, MT 59901. Glacier Ear, Nose & Throat, Head & Neck Surgery. 752-8330, 160 Heritage Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Montana Plastic Surgery Center, MD. 800-255-7674, 1600 Ninth Street South, Great Falls, MT 59405. Antonio Santin, MD, FACS. Whitefish Plastic Surgery. 862-6808, 5850 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, MT 59937. Sarah Nargi, MD. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - MD - SURGERY - THORACIC (CHEST) Boyer, Roch, MD. 752-5000, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901 PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - MD - SURGERY - VASCULAR Dykstra, Bennett, MD. 752-5000, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Fortenberry, David, MD. 752-5000, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - MD - UROLOGY (URINARY TRACT) Flathead Urology. 756-1433, 210 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Urology Associates PC. 752-8456, 350 Heritage Way, Suite 2300, Kalispell, MT 59901. John D. Andenoro, MD; Amy K. McKerrow, MD; Gregory T. Adams, MD; Kim T. Conlin, PA-C. PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS - PODIATRISTS Barnes, Esther, DPM. 755-2818, Step Ahead Foot & Ankle Clinic, PC, 175 Commons Loop, Suite 400, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kalispell Foot & Ankle Clinic. 755-5250, 907 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Wesley W. Rashid, DPM, PC. RECREATION Blacktail Mountain Ski Area. 844-0999, 13990 Blacktail Road, P.O. Box 1090, Lakeside, MT 59922. Offers over 1,000 acres of national forest, including all natural snow, three chair lifts and terrains for beginner, intermediate and expert skiers. Nearby lodging, full-service rentals, snow sports education, shopping and great food and beverages are available. Open only during ski season. Hungry Horse Dam/Reservoir. 387-5241, P.O. Box 190340, Hungry Horse, MT 59919. Turn right off Highway 2 onto West Side Road in Hungry Horse. Has visitor center (summer only); river and lake recreation; hiking; fishing; camping; horseback riding; off-highway vehicles; skiing and snowmobiling. Picnic areas are also available. Whitefish Mountain Resort. 862-2900 Ext 1941, 3812 Big Mountain Road, P.O. Box 1400, Whitefish, MT 59937. Offers skiers and snowboarders 3,000 acres of unspoiled terrain, with 98 marked runs and 14 lifts including high speed quads, chair lifts, T-bars and a carpet conveyer lift. Summer activities include Zip Lines, Walk in the Treetops, Alpine Slides, and an aerial adventure park. SCHOOLS Flathead County Superintendent of Schools. 758-5720, 935 First Avenue West, Suite S, Kalispell, MT 59901. Northwest Montana Educational Cooperative. 752-3302, 866-690-6763, 124 Third Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Mailing address: 233 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides support for teachers and para-professionals in Flathead, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Northwest Montana Head Start, Inc. 752-7011, 79 Seventh Avenue East North, Kalispell, MT 59901. Centers located in Kalispell, the Canyon, Columbia Falls, Eureka, and Whitefish.
40 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition ALTERNATIVE SCHOOLS Linderman Education Center (LEC). 751-3990, 124 Third Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. An educational opportunity for students whose needs cannot be accomplished in a traditional high school structure. Located in School District 5. The LEC is a merger of Laser High School and Bridge Academy. Whitefish Independent High School. 862-8688, 625 Park Avenue, 600 East Second Street (mail), Whitefish, MT 59937. Grades 9-12 in School District 44. COLLEGES & POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION Flathead Valley Community College (FVCC). 756-FVCC (3822), 777 Grandview Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Offers AA and AS degrees for students planning to transfer to four-year institutions and over 50 AAS degrees and certificates for career and technical preparation to join the workforce. An extended learning campus in Libby provides services to Lincoln County residents and others in outlying rural communities. In partnership with several other Montana colleges and universities, FVCC assists students in completing a selection of bachelors and masters degrees without leaving the Flathead Valley. The Learning Resource Center provides support services and career guidance for FVCC students of all ages. The FVCC Library provides access to information and services to students and community residents as well. The Continuing Education Center offers contract training and workshops for area businesses and non-credit programs for enrichment and life long learning. The FVCC Foundation assists the college with fundraising and promotes community awareness of campus needs. College information and all class schedules are available at www.fvcc.edu. FVCC Continuing Education Center. 756-3832, 800-313-3822, Flathead Valley Community College, Arts and Technology Building, 777 Grandview Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Montana Montessori Teacher Education Institute. 755-3824, 5 Park Hill Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Offers teacher certification courses in both Early Childhood (ages 3-6) and Elementary I (ages 6-9). Each course is hands-on and includes a one-year internship. Students earn AMS credentials. Northwest Montana Educational Cooperative. 866-690-6763, 752-3302, 124 Third Avenue East, 233 First Avenue East (Mail), Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides support for over 8000 students and over 500 teachers and para-professionals in Flathead, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. The Co-Op is located in the Old Music Room of the Linderman School Building, 124 Third Avenue East, in Kalispell. Mail should be addressed c/o Northwest Montana Educational Co-Op, 233 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. University of Great Falls - Kalispell Site. 756-8042, 777 Grandview Drive, LRC 139, Kalispell, MT 59901. Offers local students the opportunity to complete a bachelor or masters degree without leaving the Flathead Valley. University of Montana Davidson Honors College. 406-243-2541, Davidson Honors College, University of Montana, Missoula, 59812. Offers challenging courses and participation in special experiences outside the classroom. Open to students in any academic major. University of Washington. 862-3810, 525 Railway Street, Suite 100, Whitefish, MT 59937. ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS Bigfork Elementary School. 837-7412, 600 Commerce Street, Bigfork, MT 59911. Grades K-5 in District 38. Cayuse Prairie Elementary School. 756-4560, 897 Lake Blaine Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Grades PK-8 in District 10. Creston Elementary School. 755-2859, 4495 Highway 35, Kalispell, MT 59901. Grades PK-6 in District 9. Deer Park Elementary School. 892-5388, 2105 Middle Road, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Grades PK-8 in District 2. East Evergreen Elementary School. 751-1121, 535 East Evergreen Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Mailing address: 18 West Evergreen Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Grades PK-4 in District 50. Edgerton Elementary School. 751-4040, 1400 Whitefish Stage Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Grades K-5 in District 5. Elrod Elementary School. 751-3700, 412 Third Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Grades K-5 in District 5. Fair-Mont-Egan School. 755-7072, 797 Fairmont Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Grades K-8 in District 3. Glacier Gateway Elementary School. 892-6540, 440 Fourth Avenue West, P.O. Box 1259, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Grades K - 5 in District 6. Hedges Elementary School. 751-4090, 826 Fourth Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Grades K-5 in District 5. Helena Flats Elementary School. 257-2301, 1000 Helena Flats Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Grades PK-8 in District 15. Kila Elementary School. 257-2428, 395 Kila Road, P.O. Box 40, Kila, MT 59920. Grades K-8 in District 20. Lakeside Elementary School. 844-2208, 255 Adams Street, Lakeside, MT 59932, Mailing Address: P.O. Box 159, Somers, MT 59932. Grades K-5 in District 29. Marion School. 854-2333, 205 Gopher Lane, Marion, MT 59925. Grades PK-8 in District 54. Muldown Elementary School. 862-8620, 1300 East Seventh Street, 600 East Second Street (Mail), Whitefish, MT 59937. Grades PK-4 in District 44. Olney-Bissell Elementary School. 862-2828, 5955 Farm to Market Road, Whitefish, MT 59937. Grades PK-8 in District 58. Peterson Elementary School. 751-3737, 1119 Second Street West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Grades PK-5 in District 5. Pleasant Valley Elementary School. 858-2343, 7975 Pleasant Valley Road, Marion, MT 59925. Grades PK-8 in District 27. Ruder Elementary School. 892-6570, 1500 12th Avenue West, P.O. Box 1259, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Grades K-5 in District 6. Russell Elementary School. 751-3900, 227 West Nevada, Kalispell, MT 59901. Grades PK-5 in District 5. Smith Valley Elementary School. 756-4535, 2901 Highway 2 West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Grades PK-8 in District 89. Swan River Elementary School. 837-4528, 1205 Swan Highway, Bigfork, MT 59911. Grades PK-8 in District 4. West Glacier Elementary School. 888-5312, 160 Old Bridge Road, P.O. Box 309, West Glacier, MT 59936. Grades PK-6 in District 8. West Valley Elementary School. 755-7239, 2290 Farm to Market Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Grades PK-8 in District 1. GED (GENERAL EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT) GED/Adult Basic Education. 756-3884, Flathead Valley Community College, 777 Grandview Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Offers free day and evening classes to those age 16 and older. The focus is on basics and finishing a high school education at FVCC to open up the vast educational opportunities available in degree, certificate, and workforce development programs. HIGH SCHOOLS (GRADES 9-12) Bigfork High School. 837-7420, 600 Commerce Street, Bigfork, MT 59911. School District 38. Columbia Falls High School. 892-6500, 610 13th Street West, P.O. Box 1259, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. School District 6. Flathead High School. 751-3500, 644 Fourth Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. School District 5. Glacier High School. 758-8600, 375 Wolfpack Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. School District 5. Whitefish High School. 862-8600, 1143 East Fourth Street, 600 East Second Street (mail), Whitefish, MT 59937. School District 44. HOME SCHOOLS & EDUCATION ASSOCIATIONS Flathead Home Educator s Association. P.O. Box 7661, Kalispell, MT 59904. Information, news, and encouragement for Flathead Home Educators. Helps support lobbying for home education at the capital in Helena. Home School Curriculum. 406-270-0900, Whitefish Study Center, 231 First Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. The Whitefish Study Center offers Home School Curriculum development for home school families in Northwest Montana. Already has English class curriculum for grades 7-12 and can create a customized curriculum to suit a family s personal needs. JUNIOR HIGH & MIDDLE SCHOOLS Bigfork Middle School. 837-7412, 600 Commerce Street, Bigfork, MT 59911. Grades 7-8 in District 38. Columbia Falls Junior High School. 892-6530, 1805 Talbot Road, P.O. Box 1259, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Grades 7-8 in District 6. Evergreen Junior High School. 751-1131, 20 West Evergreen Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Grades 5-8 in District 50. Kalispell Middle School. 751-3800, 205 Northwest Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Grades 6-8 in District 6. Somers Middle School. 857-3361, 315 School Addition Road, P.O. Box 159, Somers, MT 59922. Grades 6-8 in District 29. Whitefish Middle School. 862-8650, 600 East Second Street, Whitefish, MT 59937. Grades 5-8 in District 44. PRIVATE SCHOOLS Children s House Montessori School. 863-4685, 863-4688, 1301 Seventh Street East, Whitefish, MT 59937. Montessori preschool for children ages 3-6 and an Early Learner Program for children ages 2-4. Discovery Developmental Center. 756-7295, 75 Glenwood Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Offers developmentally appropriate pre-school and child care for children aged 18 months - 6 years. Programming includes playgroup, pre-school, and pre-kindergarten. Flathead Valley Montessori School. 857-3303, 330 North Somers Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kalispell Montessori Elementary. 755-3826, 349 Willow Glen Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Grades 1-6. Montana School for the Deaf & Blind (MSDB). 800-882-6732, 406-771-6000, 3911 Central Avenue, Great Falls, MT 59405. St. Matthew s Catholic School. 752-6303. 602 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Before and after school care provided. Grades PK-8. Stillwater Christian School. 752-4400, 752-4006 (Elementary Building), 255 FFA Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Grades PK-12. Sunlight Montessori School. 862-7662, 140 Berg Lane, P.O. Box 4942, Whitefish, MT 59937. Preschool and kindergarten. Trinity Lutheran Elementary School. 257-6716, 495 Fifth Avenue West North, Kalispell, MT 59901. Grades PK-8. Valley Adventist Christian School. 752-0830, 1275 Helena Flats Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Grades 1-8. Whitefish Christian Academy. 862-5875, 820 Ashar Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. Grades PK-8. Woodland Montessori School. 755-3824, 5 Park Hill Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Program for ages 2½ to 6. PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT OFFICES Bigfork District 38 Office. 837-7400, 600 Commerce Street, P.O. Box 188, Bigfork, MT 59911. Grades PK-12 in Bigfork Elementary (PK-6), Bigfork Middle (7-8), and Bigfork High School (9-12). Cayuse Prairie District 10 Office. 756-4560, 897 Lake Blaine Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Grades PK-8 in Cayuse Prairie School. Columbia Falls District 6 Office. 892-6550, 501 Sixth Avenue West, P.O. Box 1259, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Grades PK-12 in Glacier Gateway Elementary (K-5), Ruder Elementary (K-5), Columbia Falls Junior High (6-8), and Columbia Falls High (9-12). Creston District 9 Office. 755-2859, 4495 Highway 35, Kalispell, MT 59901. Grades PK-6 in Creston School. Deer Park District 2 Office. 892-5388, 2105 Middle Road, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Grades PK-8 in Deer Park Elementary School. Evergreen District 50 Office. 751-1111, 18 West Evergreen Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Grades PK-8 in East Evergreen Elementary (PK-4) and Evergreen Junior High (5-8). Fair-Mont-Egan District 3 Office. 755-7072, 797 Fairmont Road, Kalispell, MT 59901.Grades K-8 in Fair-Mont-Egan Elementary School. Helena Flats District 15 Office. 257-2301, 1000 Helena Flats Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Grades PK-8 in Helena Flats School. Kalispell District 5 Office. 751-3434, 233 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Grades PK-12: Edgerton (K-5), Elrod (K-5), Hedges (K-5), Peterson (K-5), Russell (K-5), Kalispell Middle (6-8), Flathead High (9-12), and Glacier High (9-12), the Linderman Education Center, and the VoAg Center. Kila District 20 Office. 257-2428, 395 Kila Road, P.O. Box 40, Kila, MT 59920. Grades K-8 in Kila School. Marion District 54 Office. 854-2333, 205 Gopher Lane, Marion, MT 59925. Grades K-8 in Marion School. Olney-Bissell District 58 Office. 862-2828, 5955 Farm to Market Road, Whitefish, MT 59937. Grades PK-8 in Olney-Bissell School. Pleasant Valley District 27 Office. 858-2343, 7975 Pleasant Valley Road, Marion, MT 59925. Grades K-8 in Pleasant Valley School. Smith Valley District 89 Office. 756-4535, 2901 Highway 2 West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Grades K-8 in Smith Valley School. Somers/Lakeside District 29 Office. 857-3661, 315 School Addition, P.O. Box 159, Somers, MT 59932. Grades K-8: Lakeside Elementary (K-5) and Somers Middle School (6-8). Swan River District 4 Office. 837-4528, 1205 Swan Highway, Bigfork, MT 59911. Grades K-8 in Swan River Elementary School. West Glacier District 8 Office. 888-5312, 160 Old River Bridge Road, P.O. Box 309, West Glacier, MT 59936. Grades PK-6 in West Glacier School. West Valley District 1 Office. 755-7239, 2290 Farm to Market Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Grades K-8 in West Valley Elementary School. Whitefish District 44. 862-8640, 600 East Second Street, Whitefish, MT 59937. Grades PK-12: Muldown Elementary (PK-4), Whitefish Middle (5-8), Whitefish Independent High (9-12), and Whitefish High (9-12). SERVICE CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS Adopt-A-Highway Program. 751-2000, Area Coordinator, 85 Fifth Avenue East North, P.O. Box 7308, Kalispell, MT 59904. Provides safety information, safety vests, garbage bags and signs recognizing groups or individuals who adopt sections of highway. Volunteer program.
American Association of University Women (AAUW). 752-7026, P.O. Box 2968, Kalispell, MT 59903. American Legion Posts: Bigfork #86. 837-0666, Veterans Center, 7950 Highway 35, P.O. Box 353, Bigfork, MT 59911. Kalispell #137. 257-4816, 351 Fourth Avenue East North, P.O. Box 10164, Kalispell, MT 59904. Whitefish #108. 863-9763, P.O. Box 1024, Whitefish, MT 59937. Meets at Whitefish Moose Lodge, 230 Tenth Street, Whitefish, MT 59937. Beardance Women s Club. 250-9527, 24889 Evening Star Lane, Bigfork, MT 59911. Raises funds for community needs. Delta Kappa Gamma Society - Lambda Chapter. 862-3641, 2864 Rest Haven Drive, Whitefish, MT 59937. Promotes professional and personal growth of women educators and excellence in education. Don t Gamble With the Future. 755-1093, 320 Hilltop Avenue, Kalispell, MT 59901. Grassroots educational and informational organization that informs residents and legislators of the economic effect of gambling on the local and state economy. Eagles: Columbia Falls Aerie #4081 & Auxiliary - North Valley. 892-4081, 1640 Highway 2 West, P.O. Box 2368, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Members are from Columbia Falls and White fish. The Eagles Club is open to the public. Kalispell Aerie #234. 752-7265, 37 First Street West, Kalispell, MT 59901 Kalispell Aerie #234 Auxiliary. 752-6004, 37 First Street West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Elks Lodge #725. 257-6474, 250-4101, 1820 Highway 93 South, P.O. Box 790, Kalispell, MT 59903. Flathead Composite Squadron (Civil Air Patrol). 755-3457, 877-529-5538, 2989 Highway 93 North, P.O. Box 1982, Kalispell, MT 59903. All-volunteer civilian auxiliary of the US Air Force. Flathead County Sheriff s Deputy Association. 758-5585, 920 South Main, Kalispell, MT 59901. Mailing Address: 800 South Main, Kalispell, MT 59901. Flathead County Sheriff s Employee Association. 758-5585, 920 South Main, Kalispell, MT 59901. Mailing Address: 800 South Main, Kalispell, MT 59901. Flathead FFA. 751-3950, 310 FFA Drive, 644 Fourth Avenue West (Mail), Kalispell, MT 59901. Youth agricultural program. Flathead Homemakers. 752-0796, 602 Addison Square, Kalispell, MT 59901. Individuals interested in the Flathead Extension Homemakers Council Scholarships please send letter of inquiry or contact FVCC s Financial Aid Office (756-3849). Flathead Shrine Club. 752-6789, P.O. Box 762, Kalispell, MT 59903. Shriner Children s Hospitals are a network of 19 orthopedic hospitals and four burn institutes, maintained and operated by the Shrine, where children under the age of 18 receive excellent medical care absolutely free of charge. Call 888-895- 5951 to apply for medical care. Flathead York Right Bodies. 751-4572, P.O. box 547, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Masonic organization involved with the work of the National Eye Foundation. Glacier Pilot Club. 755-1963, 756-1909, P.O. Box 2285, Kalispell, MT 59903. Special service focuses on brain related disorders, awareness and prevention. Kiwanis: Columbia Falls. 892-2379, 1003 Park Place, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Kalispell - Glacier. 752-1275, 10 East Nicklaus Avenue, P.O. Box 405, Kalispell, MT 59903. Kalispell - Kalispell Noon Club. 756-7470, P.O. Box 401, Kalispell, MT 59903. Meets at Buf falo Hills Golf Course Clubhouse, 1176 North Main Street, Kalispell. Knights of Columbus: Columbia Falls #7009. 892-7490, P.O. Box 2216, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Evergreen #8329. 752-4219, Risen Christ Parish, 65 West Evergreen Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kalispell #1328. 752-6788 (St Matthew s Catholic Church), 257-5272, P.O. Box 724, Kalispell, MT 59903. Whitefish #7630. 862-2051 (St. Charles Catholic Church), 890-1823, P.O. Box 2049, Whitefish, MT 59937. Lakeside Community Club. 844-3848, P.O. Box 481, Lakeside, MT 59922. Raises funds to help meet the charitable needs of local organizations that provide unique services to the West Shore and Flathead Valley. Lions Clubs: Contact each club directly or call the National Lions Club at 800-747-4448 for additional information. Columbia Falls. 751-4756, P.O. Box 1191, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Evergreen. 253-2760, 755-9780, P.O. Box 1519, Kalispell, MT 59904. Kalispell. 257-0128, P.O. Box 321, Kalispell, MT 59903. Kalispell - Sunrisers. 257-1860, 20 North Main Street, P.O. Box 905, Kalispell, MT 59903. Lions Eyesight Program. P.O. Box 321, Kalispell, MT 59901. Make-A-Wish Foundation. 877-574-9474, Wells Fargo Center, 175 North 27th Street, Suite 1214, Billings, MT 59101. Grants wishes for children 2-18 years old with life threatening medical conditions. Call to register the wish of a child or for information on volunteering or donating. The Billings office serves all of Montana. Marine Corps League (Kalispell/Polson). 212-0087, 249-1870 (Auxiliary). Kalispell group meets at the VFW Club, 330 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. The Polson group meets at the Driftwood Family Restaurant, 50249 Highway 93, Polson, MT 59860. Masons: Bigfork Lodge #150. 249-0183, 8090 Highway 35, P.O. Box 628, Bigfork, MT 59911. Columbia Falls Lodge #89. 249-0277, 11 Fifth Street West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Mailing Address: 344 Elk Trail, Whitefish, MT 59937.. Kalispell Lodge #42. 250-8021, P.O. Box 42, Kalispell, MT 59903. Kalispell Masonic Temple. 752-4940, 241 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kalispell Trinity Lodge #152. 752-6789, 241 Main Street, P.O. Box 503, Kalispell, MT 59903. Kalispell Scottish Rites. 406-253-4855, 126 East Broadway Street, Missoula, MT 59802.The Kalispell organization merged with the one in Missoula. Helps children with language impairments. Language clinics are located throughout the United States, with the Missoula clinic being the closest to Flathead County. Whitefish Lodge #64. 756-2203, 121 Second Street, P.O. Box 8780, Kalispell, MT 59904. Montana Hope Project. 270-0696, Kalispell Coordinator, P.O. Box 5927, Helena, MT 59604. The Montana Hope Project exists to give Montana s critically and chronically ill children the opportunity to have a special dream come true. Moose: Kalispell Lodge #1922. 752-4038, 2158 Highway 2 East, P.O. Box 5286, Kalispell, MT 59903. Kalispell Women of the Moose #1922. 752-4038, 2158 Highway 2 East, P.O. Box 5286, Kalispell, MT 59903. Whitefish Moose Lodge #642. 862-2669, 230 West Tenth Street, Whitefish, MT 59937. Whitefish Women of the Moose #642. 862-2669, 230 West Tenth Street, Whitefish, MT 59937. Rebekah Lodge #112 - Lakeview. 837-4538, 837-4702, P.O. Box 263, Bigfork, MT 59911. Rotary Clubs: Bigfork. 837-5888, 750 Electric Avenue, P.O. Box 2224, Bigfork, MT 59911. Columbia Falls. 249-1445, P.O. Box 2311, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Evergreen. 261-0047, P.O. Box 2553, Kalispell, MT 59903. The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition 41 Kalispell Daybreak. 756-7200, 752-8858. Meets at Buffalo Hills Golf Course Clubhouse, 1176 North Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kalispell Noon. 257-5550, P.O. Box 481, Kalispell, MT 59903. Whitefish. 862-7612, P.O. Box 1845, Whitefish, MT 59937. The Magic of Christmas Program provides needy children in the Whitefish area with Christmas gifts. Sons of Norway - Fedraheimen Lodge #140. 257-2537, 387-5721, 40 Claremont Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Mailing Address: 126 Sunset Court, Kalispell, MT 59901. Soroptimists: Supports issues concerning women and children locally and globally, such as domestic violence help, cancer awareness, scholarships, literacy promotion, and ending trafficking of women and children Bigfork. 837-1574, 208-890-3302, P.O. Box 735, Bigfork, MT 59911. Kalispell. 751-2175, P.O. Box 1604, Kalispell, MT 59903. Whitefish. 862-3330, 303 First Street, P.O. Box 1843, Whitefish, MT 59937. Operates the Soroptimist Thrift Haus at the same address. VFW & Ladies Auxiliaries: Bigfork Post #4042. 837-0666, 7950 Highway 35, Bigfork, MT 59911. Kalispell Post #2252. 752-2611, 330 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Whitefish Post #276. 862-4949, 20 Baker Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. Whitefish Winter Carnival. 862-8458, 862-3501, 307 Spokane Avenue, Suite 103, P.O. Box 364, Whitefish, MT 59937. SUPPORT GROUPS For information about the following Support Groups, call United Way 211 at 752-8181 or toll free 800-332-8425. Support Groups: AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) Abused Children Support Group Abused Women s Group Adult Children of Alcoholics - Currently Inactive Al-Anon (Families & Friends of Alcoholics) Alateen (Alcoholics Anonymous for Teens) Alzheimer s Support Groups Anxiety Support Group Autism Support Group (Northwest Montana Chapter, Autism Society of America) Battered Women Support Group Bereavement Support Groups Better Breathers Support Group Bipolar Support Group Breast Feeding Support Group Cancer Support Groups for Women Cancer Support Groups Chronic Pain Support Group Circle of Warriors (Vet to Vet Support Group) Compulsive Overeating Crohn s & Colitis Foundation of America Depression Support Group Diabetes Support Group Dialectic Behavioral Therapy Group Disability Support Groups Disordered Eating Divorce Care Support Groups Fibromyalgia Support Group First Step Support Group Flathead Valley Kids Konnected (cancer) Freedom From Tobacco Support Program Gamblers Anonymous Gay Men s Support Group Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group Grief Recovery Hospice Bereavement Support Insulin Pump Support Group LaLeche League Mental Health Support Group MOMS - Moms Offering Moms Support Moms in Prayer International (Formerly Moms in Touch) Mother-Baby Support Group Multiple Sclerosis Support Group Narcotics Anonymous Obsessive Compulsive Support Group Ostomy Support Group Overeaters Anonymous Parenting Support Group Parents of Handicapped Children ParentShare Support Group Parkinson s Support Group People First of Kalispell (Advocacy for Developmentally Disabled) PLUK - Parents Let s Unite For Kids Post Abortion Healing Post Traumatic Stress Disorders Support Group Postpartum Support Group Prostate Cancer Support Group Rape Survivor Support Group Reach To Recovery Restoration From Addictions Schizophrenia Support Group Sibling Preparation Program SIDS/SUIDS (Sudden & Unexpected Infant/Child Death) Singles Group Sjogren s Syndrome Support Group Sleep Apnea Support Group Smoking & Chewing - Freedom From Tobacco SOLAS Suicide Support Group Stroke Suicide Intervention/Prevention Surviving Our Loss After Suicide (SOLAS) Taking Control of Your Weight (for Diabetics) Teens In Crisis (Parent Support Group)
42 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and Stroke Support Group Weight Loss Support Groups Women s Recovery Group TRANSPORTATION RESOURCES Driver Services - Montana Department of Motor Vehicles: Kalispell - Drivers Licenses. 866-450-8034 (Customer Care Center). Located at 1325 Highway 2 West, Suite E, Kalispell, MT 59901. Call the Customer Care Center to make an appoint ment for driver licensing services. NOTE: An appointment is required. Driver exam stations are very busy so make your appointment several weeks prior to your desired appointment time to ensure you get the testing date and time that best meets your needs. Kalispell - License Plates. 758-5690. Located at 935 First Avenue West, Suite T, Kalispell, MT 59901. Montana Road and Travel Information. 5-1-1 (Recorded Message), 800-226-7623 (Road Conditions), Montana Department of Transportation. Offers information regarding road conditions/construction; travel restrictions & laws for tires & towing or for driver & vehicle registration; traveler services such as maps & distances, planning vacations, and public transit; special notices such as Montana Wildfires; and FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions). AIRLINES & AIRPORTS Glacier Jet Center. 755-5362, 4170 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT 59901. A general aviation service center that operates out of Glacier Park International Airport offering air charter, fuel service, engine and airframe repair and flight training with the Cessna Program. Glacier Park International Airport. 257-5994, 4170 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Located 8 miles north of Kalispell. The National Weather Service provides weather information 24 hours a day at 755-4829. Alaska Airlines. 800-654-5669 (Customer Care). Year Round to Seattle. Allegiant Air. 702-505-8888. Year Round to Las Vegas and Oakland. Delta Airlines / KLM. 800-221-1212. Year Round to St Lake City and Minneapolis/St. Paul; Seasonal to Atlanta. United Airlines. 800-864-8331. Year Round to Denver; Seasonal to Chicago. Kalispell City Airport. 250-3065, Highway 93 South, P.O. Box 1997, Kalispell, MT 59903. Provides landing runway, taxi-way, and tiedowns. Red Eagle Aviation. 755-2376, 1880 Highway 93 South, Kalispell, MT 59901. 24 hour services includes charter services, medical transport, photo flights, sightseeing tours, aircraft sales, maintenance, and insurance, and pilot school with commercial and instrument training. Also has helicopters. BUS Brown Bear Charters. 892-9822. Bus Service - Whitefish to Missoula & Beyond. 406-275-2877. Please call for information about service times, reservations, ticket prices and stop locations. Tickets to go anywhere Greyhound goes can be purchased in Flathead County at Brian s Conoco, 1319 Highway 93 South in Kalispell. Flathead Transit offers daily passenger service with Flathead County stops in Whitefish, Kalispell, and Lakeside. The bus will use the existing Greyhound terminal in Missoula at 1660 West Broadway. Glacier Charters. 892-3390 (Bus), 298 Brunner Road, Columbia Falls, MT 59912.. Greyhound Bus Terminal. 406-549-2339, 1660 West Broadway, Missoula, MT 59802. See also Missoula Bus Station. Harlow s Bus Service. 755-4272, 1939½ Highway 35, Kalispell, MT 59901. School buses and charter services. Kalispell Bus Station. Formerly at 1305 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901 and the Whitefish Bus Stop, formerly outside the AMTRAK depot, are no longer in service. Rimrock Trailways was closed for safety violations. Missoula Bus Station. 406-549-2339, Greyhound Terminal, 1660 West Broadway, Missoula, MT 59802. Tickets are available for purchase during certain station hours; call for ticketing information. Also, station hours are subject to change so call to verify hours before making travel arrangements. Packages may be shipped from the Missoula station. Rocky Mountain Transportation. 863-1200, 1410 East Edgewood Drive, Whitefish, MT 59937. Offers transportation services for tour and convention groups. Provides charters locally (will meet the train by reservation) and anywhere in the nation. Also operates school buses, Hertz Rental Cars, and the S.N.O.W. bus. Treasure State Transit. 755-8101, 2721 Highway 93 South, Kalispell, MT 59901. Charters; school buses. Located in Helena and Kalispell. Whitefish Bus Stop. Closed. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION Eagle Transit. 758-5728, 1333 Willow Glen Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Mailing Address: 160 Kelly Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Public and specialized transportation within Flathead County. Curb to curb services for seniors and disabled (Dial-A-Ride). Inter-city fixed routes and commuter routes (Kalispell, Whitefish, and Columbia Falls). Closed Sundays and holidays. Schedules are available. Medicaid Transportation. 800-292-7114, Medicaid Transportation Center, P.O. Box 6488, Helena, MT 59604. Reviews transportation requests and grants authorization for travel assistance benefits for Medicaid covered services. Authorization is required prior to travel.http://www.medicare.gov SNOW/S.N.O.W. BUS. 253-9192, Big Mountain Commercial Association (BMCA), P.O. Box 4608, Whitefish, MT 59937. During the ski season, a free bus runs between Whitefish and Whitefish Mountain Resort for employees and skiers. The SNOW Bus is fully paid for by the local businesses that are members of BMCA, a local non-profit organization. TAXI & SHUTTLE SERVICE Drive 4 U. 212-7361, 730-1279, 2030 Highway 93 West, Whitefish, MT 59937. Serves the entire Flathead Valley with the convenience of an affordable taxi service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Iron Eagle Transportation. 890-2099. 116 Ridgewood Drive, Kalispell, Mt 59901. Serves the entire Flathead Valley 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our fleet of taxis makes it easy for us to get customers where they need to be no matter where they are in the Valley. Includes Amtrak and Glacier International Airport taxi service. South Lake Taxi. 883-7433, Polson, MT 59860. TRAIN Amtrak. Empire Builder passenger service from Chicago to Seattle/Portland. Call 800-872-7245 for reservations, schedule information, or to purchase tickets if your chosen station doesn t have ticketing service. Essex Flag Stop (ESM). 200 Izaak Walton Inn Road. Platform only (no shelter). No services except ATM at nearby Izaak Walton Inn. Libby Station (LIB). 100 Mineral Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Station building (with waiting room) hours daily from 10 pm - 6 am. Rest rooms open during station hours. No other services. Whitefish Station (WFH). 862-2268 (Station Information Only), 500 Depot Street, Whitefish, MT 59937. Station (with waiting room), ticketing, and baggage hours daily from 6 am - 2 pm and 3-10:30 pm. Restrooms (handicap accessible) available during station hours. Long-term parking is available. No other services. West Glacier Station (WGL). Highway 2 and Going to the Sun Road, West Glacier, MT 59936. Station building (with waiting room) hours from 8 am - 4 pm, Monday - Friday. Restrooms are open during station hours. No other services. UTILITIES Montana Public Service Commission. 800-646-6150 (Consumer Complaints), State of Montana, Public Service Commission, P.O. Box 202601, Helena, MT 59620. Processes complaints and inquiries from utility consumers in Montana for electricity, heating, telephone, and water. ELECTRICITY, NATURAL GAS & PROPANE CHS (Cenex Harvest Supply). 755-7400, 150 First Avenue West North, P.O. Box 579, Kalispell, MT 59903. Propane only. CityServiceValcon. 755-4321, 756-7678, 800-343-3835, 640 West Montana, Kalispell, MT 59901. Propane and heating oil. Flathead Electric Cooperative, Inc. 751-4483, 800-735-8489, 2510 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT 59901. For Outages Call 751-4449 or 800-406-0762. Serves the Flathead Valley and Libby. Provides low-income assistance programs, information on energy efficient construction, advice on heating, cooling and insulation, and rebates on some appliances. Facilitates the Keep the Lights On Program (electric bill payment assistance) and the Roundup for Safety program. Mike s Conoco. 892-2269, 1645 Highway 2 West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Propane. Lincoln Electric Cooperative, Inc. 889-3301, 800-442-2994 (Outage/Emergency), 500 Osloski Road, P.O. Box 628, Eureka, MT 59917. Provides electric service to portions of Lincoln and Flathead counties from the Canadian border to rural Whitefish, including the communities of Eureka, Fortine, Olney, Rexford, Stryker, and Trego. Provides a variety of energy programs to make homes or businesses more comfortable and efficient; offers rebates and cash incentives for home improvements such as geothermal heating/cooling systems, water heaters, ENERGY STAR appliances and more. Northern Energy Propane. 257-3406, 800-683-0809, 1120 East Idaho, Kalispell, MT 59901. NorthWestern Energy. 888-467-2669 (Customer Service) 888-467-2669 (Gas Emergencies 24 Hours), 800-823-5995 (Energy Audits), 40 East Broadway Street, Butte, MT 59701. GARBAGE DISPOSAL & RECYCLING Republic Service. 676-4330, 64372 Highway 93 South, Ronan, MT 59864. Covers all the lower Flathead Valley with containerized commercial and residential service including the east and west shore of Flathead Lake. Evergreen Waste Disposal Inc. 257-1739, 55 West Valley Drive, P.O. Box 7158, Kalispell, MT 59904. Residential, rural, commercial and industrial service. Flathead County Landfill. 758-5910, 4098 Highway 93 North, Kalispell, MT 59901. Accepts refuse, construction debris, appliances, used motor oil, batteries, brush and yard waste. As a service to county residences we also retrieve junk vehicles. Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day. 758-5910, 4098 Highway 93 North, Kalispell, MT 59901. On the third Saturday of each month (by appointment only), drop off household hazardous wastes at the County Landfill. Accepts oil based paints; solvents; strippers; pool/spa chemicals; pesticides, herbicides; fertilizers; cleaners/poisons and more. Junk Vehicle Recycling Program. 758-5910, 4098 Highway 93 North, Kalispell, MT 59901. Flathead County Solid Waste District offers free pick up and removal of junk vehicles within Flathead County. A junk vehicle release form is needed. State law requires vehicles that are unlicensed, inoperative, discarded, dismantled or wrecked must be removed from your property, or if you have three vehicles or less, concealed from public view. Kalispell Public Works. 758-7720, 201 First Avenue East, P.O. Box 1997, Kalispell, MT 59903. Residential properties located within the City of Kalispell service area are provided garbage disposal service. Requests for garbage service are to be directed to the Public Works Office. The cost for services is assessed annually and included in property tax assessments. North Valley Refuse & Recycling. 862-4381, 5445 Highway 93 South, P.O. Box 1175, Whitefish, MT 59937. REFUSE: Large drop boxes available for industrial and construction refuse. Residential service from Haskill Basin to Olney, including KM Ranch Road, Farm to Market Road, Happy Valley and Big Mountain. RECYCLING: Residential curbside and commercial recycling. Pick-up for Whitefish area only. Drop-off center recycling hours are 9 am - 4 pm, Monday - Friday. Pacific Steel & Recycling. 755-7011, 800-535-5751, 105 Montclair, Kalispell, MT 59901. Recycles paper, cardboard, aluminum cans, brass, copper, aluminum, iron and radiators. Valley Recycling. 257-2574, 1410 Highway 2 West, P.O. Box 5, Kalispell, MT 59903. Aluminum cans, tin cans, magazines, some plastics, newspapers, cardboard, mixed office paper, non-ferrous metals, and batteries. WasteNOT Project. 756-8993, Citizens for a Better Flathead, 35 Fourth Street West, P.O. Box 771, Kalispell, MT 59903. Produces two brochures, (1) Recycling in the Flathead Valley, a guide to area Recycling Centers, what can be recycled plus sorting tips; and (2) Pharmaceutical Waste: Disposing of Unwanted Medications, a guide to safe methods of disposing unwanted medications in order to prevent prescription drug abuse and protect water quality. Call to obtain the brochures. Paper copies can also be found at your local library and at the landfill. Whitefish Public Works. 863-2460 (Customer Service), 418 East Second Street, P.O. Box 158, Whitefish, MT 59937. SPECIAL SERVICES UDIG (Buried Cable Location Service). 8-1-1, 755-UDIG (8344), or 800-551-8344 (Montana Only), Montana One Call Center. Serves Flathead, Lincoln and the northern portions of Lake and Sanders counties. You need to call 2 full business days before planting a tree, digging a ditch, building a fence, trenching, burying a pet, digging a foundation, etc., to avoid cutting underground utility lines. Call Before You Dig! IT S THE LAW TO CALL BEFORE YOU DIG! TELEPHONE SERVICES CenturyLink. 758-1000, 800-201-4099 (Residential Services & Billing), 800-201-4102 (Business), 290 North Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Complete communication systems and services. Do Not Call Registry. 888-382-1222, 866-290-4236 (TTY). Register your home or mobile phone to stop getting unwanted telemarketing calls. Must call from number to be registered. WATER & SEWER Bigfork Water & Sewer District. 837-4566, 108 Harbor Heights Blvd, P.O. Box 1108, Bigfork, MT 59911. Columbia Falls Water & Sewer. 892-4430, 892-4392 (Billing Questions), City Hall, 130 Sixth Street West, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Hook-up is required within city limits. Coram Water & Sewer District. 387-4500, Hungry Horse, MT 59919. Evergreen Water & Sewer District. 257-5861, 130 Nicholson Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Services Evergreen and surrounding areas. Hungry Horse Water & Sewer District. 387-5694. Kalispell City Water Department. 758-7745 (Water & Sewer Bills), 758-7780 (Water/Sewer Emergencies), City Hall, P.O. Box 1997, Kalispell, MT 59903. Lakeside County Water & Sewer District. 844-3881, 253 Bierney Creek Road, Lakeside, MT 59922. Whitefish Public Works. 863-2456, 863-2457, 418 East Second Street, P.O. Box 158, Whitefish, MT 59937. VETERANS/MILITARY ORGANIZATIONS & SERVICES FEDERAL BENEFITS FOR VETERANS, DEPENDENTS AND SURVIVORS Bereavement Counseling. 202-461-6530. Education. 888-442-4551. Headstones and Markers. 800-697-6947.
Health Care. 8778-222-VETS (8387). National Call Center for Homeless Veterans. 877-424-3838. National Caregiver Support Line. 855-260-3274. VA Center for Woman Veterans. 202-273-6193. VA Benefits Information Line. 800-827-1000. VA Mammography Helpline. 888-492-7844. Women Veterans Call Center. 202-461-1070.855-829-6636 (855-VA-WOMEN) Hotline for questions from Veterans, their families and caregivers about the many VA services and resources available to women Veterans. LOCAL American Legion Posts: Bigfork #86. 837-0666, Veterans Center, 7950 Highway 35, P.O. Box 353, Bigfork, MT 59911. Kalispell #137. 257-4816, 351 Fourth Avenue East North, P.O. Box 10164, Kalispell, MT 59904. Whitefish #108. 863-9763, P.O. Box 1024, Whitefish, MT 59937. Meets at Whitefish Moose Lodge, 230 Tenth Street, Whitefish, MT 59937. Bigfork Veterans Center. 837-0666, 7950 Highway 35, P.O. Box 645, Bigfork, MT 59911. Camp Patriot. 293-4376, 509-392-1015, 417 Mineral Avenue, #8, P.O. Box 627, Libby, MT 59923. 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. Disabled American Veterans (DAV). 982-3266, 21438 Highway 35, Bigfork, MT 59911. Supports local disabled veterans, widows and dependents. Meets 3rd Wednesdays, 6:30 pm, at VFW Post #2252, 330 First Avenue West, in Kalispell. Family Assistance Center (FAC). 758-3100 Ext 5180, 877-706-7598, 2989 Highway 93 North, Kalispell, MT 59901. Offers information and referral services to military families from all branches, whether active, Guard/Reserve, or retired. Flathead County Veterans Memorial. A permanent memorial, erected in 2007, is located in Veterans Park at Main & Center Streets in Kalispell. A place where county residents can gather on Memorial and Veteran s days to honor all who have served. Flathead Marines, Inc. 890-1823, P.O. Box 2624, Kalispell, MT 59903. A local organization of U.S. Marines and those who have served with Marines. Goals are to: Foster camaraderie among Marines and their families, Support active duty Marines; Assist Marine Corps Programs that benefit the Valley we live in; Instill Esprit de Corps and Marine Corps Values in our local community; and Provide support for other veterans organizations, other veterans and their families. FVCC Veteran s Center. 756-3982, Flathead Valley Community College, Blake Hall, Room 111, 777 Grandview Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Assists veterans enrolled at FVCC with receiving educational benefits (GI Bill, etc.) for schooling. Also provides advocacy, counseling, information, and referrals for them. Kalispell VA Community Based Outreach Clinic. 758-2700, 31 Three Mile Drive, Suite 102, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kalispell VA Service Outreach. 755-3795, Kalispell Service Office, Montana State Veterans Affairs, 2989 Highway 93 North, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides information, answers to questions, and assistance regarding veterans benefits. For all veterans and their family members and widows/widowers of veterans. The Kalispell Office schedules regular Veterans Service Outreach visits in Flathead and Lincoln counties. Kalispell Vet Center. 257-7308, 690 North Meridian Road, Suite 101, Kalispell, MT 59901. Cares for combat veterans and their families. Provides professional readjustment counseling, community education, and assistance with other services within the Department of Veteran Affairs. Magazines For Troops. 261-9408, P.O. Box 909, Lakeside, MT 59922. In response to a common request by deployed troops, boxes of magazines are distributed to deployed men and women who are serving America in any branch of service. Operates solely on donations of both magazines and postage. Flathead valley magazine collection sites are available. Marine Corps League (Kalispell/Polson). 212-0087, 249-1870 (Auxiliary). Meets at the VFW Club, 330 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Montana Veterans Home. 892-3256, 400 Veterans Drive, P.O. Box 250, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. 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. Montana Wounded Warriors. 270-1648, 100 Cooperative Way, Suite 100, Kalispell, MT 59901. Formed to provide wounded Montana Veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars with high-quality hunting and fishing opportunities here in Montana. (We are based in Columbia Falls.) The organization is run by an all-volunteer board with no paid staff and that allows maximum use of donations to serve our Veterans. Our mission is to take groups of 2-6 wounded Montana Veterans on all-expense-paid hunting and fishing trips where their chances of success are extremely high. The trips are run through professional outfitters and include high quality food and lodging because many of our Veterans have special needs that professional outfitters are better suited to accommodate. We fundraise year-round in order to provide group trips two or three times per year. Donations are tax-deductible. National Guard Armory. 758-3100, 495th CSSB, 2989 Highway 93 North, Kalispell, MT 59901. North West Montana Veterans Stand Down & Food Pantry. 756-7304, 756-7305, 1349 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Support service center dedicated to providing a helping hand up to homeless, low income, and at-risk veterans, their families, and dependent children. The Veterans Stand Down is a 2-day event in Libby each October. The Veterans Food Pantry distributes food and clothing, Monday - Friday, 10 am - 3 pm. Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA) - Mountain States Chapter. 800-833-9400, 12200 East Iliff Avenue, Suite 107, Aurora, Colorado, 80014. Focus is on the issues and concerns of the most catastrophically disabled veterans, namely, paralyzed veterans. Serves Colorado, Montana, Utah, and Wyoming. United Veterans Council of Flathead Valley. 842-3509, 250-3287, 330 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. A coordinating unit of the various veterans organizations aimed at preventing duplication of functions and/or ceremonies. Service available to veterans and their families. Veterans Affairs Division - Kalispell Service Office. 755-3795, 2989 Highway 93 North, Kalispell, MT 59901. Prepares and files benefit claims for veterans and their families; provides regularly scheduled veterans outreach services in the counties served; advises veterans and their families on veterans benefits, and assists in obtaining legal and medical documentation to support claims; and much more. Serves Flathead, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Veterans Employment Services. 758-6240, 758-6264, Flathead Job Service, 427 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Helps veterans secure employment and training and refers them to other agencies for supportive services. Veterans Upward Bound. 756-3840, Flathead Valley Community College, Arts and Technology Building, 777 Grandview Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. VFW & Ladies Auxiliaries: Bigfork Post #4042. 837-0666, 7950 Highway 35, Bigfork, MT 59911. Kalispell Post #2252. 752-2611, 330 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Whitefish Post #276. 862-4949, 20 Baker Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. Vietnam Vets of America - Northwest Montana Chapter. 857-3609, P.O. Box 86, Somers, MT 59932. Meets 2nd Wednesdays, 6:30 pm, in Room 139, Arts & Technology Building, Flathead Valley Community College (FVCC), in Kalispell. Begins with a potluck meal. (Please bring a dish to pass.) The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition 43 STATEWIDE/NATIONAL American Legion. 406-324-3989, Department Adjutant, P.O. Box 6075, Helena, MT 59604. American Red Cross of Montana. 800-272-6668 (800-ARC-MONT). Provides the following services for the United States Armed Forces: emergency communication messages; casualty assistance and transportation financial assistance; access to emergency financial assistance; support to military families as a partner of the Department of Defense Joint Family Support Assistance Program (JFSAP); volunteer services in military and veterans hospitals and clinics; and additional information and referral to partnering organizations. Disabled American Veterans (DAV). 406-495-2089, Fort Harrison, 3633 Veterans Drive, Suite 110- B, P.O. Box 189, Fort Harrison, MT 59636. Disabled Veterans Telephone Assistance Service. 800-827-1000. Employer Support of the Guard & Reserve (ESGR). 406-788-3151, Employment Transition Coordinator, Great Falls Armed Forces Reserve Center, 401 63rd Street South, Great Falls, MT 59405. Montana ESGR encourages employers to hire Guard and Reserve members who represent drug-free employees and enrich a workplace with leadership and professionalism. Appreciation for civilian employers is promoted among the Guard and Reserve with nominations for special Department of Defense awards. Fort Harrison VA Medical Center & Ambulatory Care Clinic. 877-468-8387, 3687 Veterans Drive, P.O. Box 1500, Fort Harrison, MT 59636. A 50-bed acute care, medical-surgical facility that offers a broad range of acute, chronic, and specialized inpatient and outpatient services for both male and female veterans. Fort Harrison VA Regional Office. 800-827-1000, 3633 Veterans Drive, Fort harrison, MT 59636. Homeless Veterans in Need of Help. 877-424-3838 (Hotline). Homeless Veterans or Veterans at-risk for homelessness can get free, 24/7 access to trained VA counselors. The hotline is intended to assist homeless Veterans and their families, VA Medical Centers, federal, state and local partners, community agencies, service providers and others in the community. This National Call Center was founded by the Department of Veterans Affairs. Military Order of the Purple Heart (MOPH). 307-399-0545, 1969 Jefferson Street, Laramie, WY 82070. Montana DAV Service Office. 406-495-2089, Fort Harrison, VA Regional Office, 3633 Veterans Drive, #110B, Fort Harrison, MT 59636. Montana Supporting Soldiers (MSS). 406-431-7699, P.O. Box 4964, Helena, MT 59604. The main focus is deployed troops who are not receiving any letters or care packages. MSS supports thousands of troops, and has members throughout the United States. Montana reaches nationwide. We take care of Airmen, Soldiers, Marines, and Sailors from all across America. Special Forces Association. 406-556-1867, 202 High Country Road, Bozeman, MT 59718. Suicide Prevention Hotline for Veterans. 800-273-TALK (Press 1 ). Will be routed to the Veterans Suicide Prevention Hotline. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Veterans Health Administration (VHA) has founded a national suicide prevention hotline to ensure veterans in emotional crisis are able to chat with a crisis counselor and get help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. VA Missoula Vets Center. 406-721-4918, 800-626-8686, 500 North Higgins, Missoula, MT 59802. Serves as a readjustment counseling service to help returning combat veterans with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, marriage, and other counseling to get back into the mainstream of life. Veterans Affairs (VA) Benefits Information Line. 800-827-1000. Ask about: Burial, Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs (CHAMPVA), Death Pension, Dependency Indemnity Compensation, Direct Deposit, Directions to VA Benefits Regional Offices, Disability Compensation, Disability Pension, Education, Home Loan Guaranty, Life Insurance, Medical Care, or Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment. Veterans Affairs (VA) - Montana Health Care System. 877-468-8387, 3687 Veterans Drive, P.O. Box 1500, Fort Harrison, MT 59636. See also Fort Harrison VA Medical Center. Veterans of Foreign Wars. 406-324-3992, P.O. Box 4789, Fort Harrison, MT 59636. TEENS N CRISIS COMMUNITY SUPPORT FOR AT-RISK YOUTH NOT OUR KIDS! Not Tobacco! Not Alcohol! Not Drugs! Not Here! Weekly Support Group Meeting for Parents, Thursdays at 7:00pm at Trinity Lutheran Church Youth Center, Kalispell TEENS N CRISIS 406-471-6599 PO Box 9766 - Kalispell, MT 59904 Making a Difference...One Life At At Time
44 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA 938). 404-381-7899, Bitterroot Chapter, P.O. Box 1391, Hamilton, MT 59840. Provides the opportunity to obtain and share information, to organize grass root activities, lend a helping hand, and offer assistance to all veterans. LAKE COUNTY RESOURCES Animal Related Organizations... 44 Assisted Living Facilities... 48 Banks & Credit Unions... 44 Basic Need Resources... 49 Chambers of Commerce... 45 Child/Youth Resources... 50 Chiropractors... 47 Churches & Religious Organizations... 44 Clubs, Community & Service Organizations... 44 Community Information... 45 Conservation & Environment... 45 Consumer Protection & Legal Assistance... 45 Counseling & Mental Health Resources... 49 Crisis Intervention Resources... 49 Cultural Arts & Museums... 46 Dentists... 47 Disability/Self Sufficiency Resources... 49 Emergency Services... 45 Employment & Training Resources... 47 Family Resources... 51 Fire Departments... 46 Fitness & Health... 47 Food Programs... 50 Health Care Resources... 47 Home Health Resources... 48 Housing & Shelter Resources... 50 Human Service Providers... 48 Law Enforcement... 46 Libraries... 46 Media Resources... 52 Medical Facilities... 47 Optometrists... 47 Physicians... 47 Schools... 52 Senior Citizen Resources... 51 Support Programs... 48 Theatres... 46 Thrift & Resale Stores... 52 Tribal Resources... 52 Utilities... 46 Veterans Organizations & Services... 54 ANIMAL RELATED ORGANIZATIONS Animal Control. 9-1-1, 883-8211, 106 First Street East, Polson, MT 59860. Animal control concerns, such as stray animals, dogs running at large, or general complaints. AniMeals. 406-721-4710, 1700 Rankin Street, Missoula, MT 59808. 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. Life Savers Animal Rescue. 883-5978, 31132 Aspen Lane, P.O. Box 643, Polson, MT 59860. Saves and improves the lives of animals that have been forgotten, rejected, abandoned or abused by owners or society. Livestock Crime. 800-503-6084, Montana Livestock Crimestoppers, P.O. Box 4276, Helena, MT 59604. Call 8 am - 5 pm, Monday - Friday. Mission Valley Animal Shelter. 883-5312, 36251 North Reservoir Road, Polson, MT 59860. The program is funded solely by donations, fees, and proceeds from the Seconds To Go Thrift Store in Polson. Mountain Bluebird Trails. 676-0300, P.O. Box 794, Ronan, MT 59864. Monitors Mountain, Western and Eastern Bluebirds throughout the Northern U.S. Rocky Mountain region and coordinates the conservation efforts for interested persons or groups. West Nile Virus. 883-7236, Environmental Health Department, 106 Fourth Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. Limit exposure to mosquito bites by: eliminating even small amounts of standing water; limit dawn and dusk outdoor activities as this is when the mosquitos are most active; repair screens; wear protective clothing such as long sleeved shirts and pants; and use insect repellents that contain DEET. This Virus is a very serious and deadly disease for horses. Contact a veterinarian for information and advice on protecting your animals health. BANKS & CREDIT UNIONS Community Bank: Pablo. 675-4600, 36042 Major Houle Road, Pablo, MT 59855. Polson. 883-0600, 866-883-1910, 50510 Highway 93 South, Polson, MT 59860; 883-1300, Super 1 Foods Branch, 50331 Highway 93, Polson, MT 59860. Ronan. 676-4600, 63239 Highway 93, Ronan, MT 59864; 676-0900, Harvest Foods Branch, 63802 Highway 93 South, Ronan, MT 59864. Eagle Bank. 883-2940, 800-840-2941, 80 Heritage Lane, P.O. Box 849, Polson, MT 59860. First Citizens Bank. 883-4358, 800-440-8105, 213 First Street West, Polson, MT 59860. First Interstate Bank. 883-8800, 888-752-3341, 49573 Highway 93, Polson, MT, 59860. Glacier Bank. 883-8300, 49430 Highway 93, Polson, MT 59860. Lake County Bank. 745-3123, 102 Crystal Street, St Ignatius, MT 59865. Mountain West Bank. 883-4111, 49664 Highway 93, Polson, MT 59860. Northwest Farm Credit Services. 800-682-1217, 406-532-4900, 3021 Palmer, Suite B, P.O. Box 16166, Missoula, MT 59808. Valley Bank: Arlee. 726-2000, 17925 Highway 93 North, Arlee, MT 59821. Hot Springs. 741-2000, 100 Main Street, Hot Springs, MT 59845. Pablo. 675-8000, inside Pablo Family Foods, 36106 Pablo West Road, Pablo, MT 59855. Polson. 883-6000, Safeway Branch, 40774 Highway 35, Polson, MT 59860. Ronan. 676-2000, 63659 Highway 93 South, Ronan, MT 59864; 676-5400, inside Mission Mart, 63417 Highway 93, Ronan, MT 59864. Thompson Falls. 827-9490, 1222 Maiden Lane, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. St. Ignatius. 745-4275, inside Rod s Harvest Foods, 116 Main Street, St Ignatius, MT 59865. Whitefish Credit Union - Lake County Office. 883-3600, 8787-862-3525, 110 Third Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. CHURCHES & RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATIONS Assembly of God Church: New Life Christian Center. 883-2427. 1414 Second Street West, Polson, MT 59860. Ronan. 676-8340, 511 First Avenue South East, Ronan, MT 59864. St. Ignatius. 745-3455, 516 North Main, P.O. Box 578, St Ignatius, MT 59865. Calvary Baptist Church. 883-2311, 40709 Highway 35, Polson, MT 59860. Christian & Missionary Alliance Church: Arlee. 726-3478, 72515 McMurtrie Street, P.O. Box 127, Arlee, MT 59821. Polson. 883-4179, 46873 Highway 93, Polson, MT 59860. Ronan. 676-5395, 35663 Terrace Lake Road East, Ronan, MT 59864. St. Ignatius. 745-3042, 529 Third Avenue North, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. Church of Christ: Polson. 883-3613, Mission Valley Church of Christ, 40523 Whitetail Drive, Polson, MT 59860. Ronan. 676-8555, 63615 Highway 93 South, Ronan, MT 59864. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints: Polson. 883-2565, Fourth Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. Ronan. 676-2334, Franklin Street & Fourth Avenue South East, Ronan, MT 59864. St. Ignatius. 745-4555, 61766 Hillside Road, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. Church of the Nazarene. 675-0081, 42653 Old Highway 93, Pablo, MT 59855. Community Fellowship Church. 676-0660, 35958 Round Butte Road, Ronan, MT 59864. Dayton Presbyterian Church. 849-5758, 402 B Street, Dayton, MT 59914. Destiny Christian Center. 676-8092, 1026 Round Butte Road, Ronan, MT 59864. EWAM USA. 726-0217, Nymigma School of Tibetan Buddhism, 34754 White Coyote Road, P.O. Box 330, Arlee, MT 59821. Faith Lutheran Church ELCA. 676 2721, 406 Fifth Avenue South West, Ronan, MT 59864. First Baptist Church: Polson. 883-4174, 40401 Highway 35, Polson, MT 59860. Ronan. 676-3361, 207 Eisenhower Street South West, Ronan, MT 59864. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church ELCA. 883-5864, 409 Fourth Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. Journey BE (Disciples of Christ). 883-5160, 101 Seventh Avenue West, Polson, MT 59860. Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. 883-2506, 1002 Fourth Avenue East, P.O. Box 1477, Polson, MT 59860. Jehovah s Witnesses: Polson. 883-4535, Highway 93 South, Polson, MT 59860. St. Ignatius. 745-4422, 745-4427, Kingdom Hall, 59865 Highway 93, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. Jocko Valley Lutheran Church ELCA. 726-3305, 92216 Highway 93 North, Arlee, MT 59821. Lakeview Baptist Church. 883-9378, 39098 Lakeview Drive, Polson, MT 59860. Life For The Nations. 212-5990, 22 Second Avenue South West, Ronan, MT 59864. Mission Valley Church of Christ. 883-3613, 40523 White Tail Drive, Polson, MT 59860. Mission Valley Mennonite Church. 676-5222, 407 Adams Street, Ronan, MT 59864. Mission Valley United Methodist Church. 644-0122, 70715 Highway 93, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church LCMS. 883-4041, 1608 Second Street West, Polson, MT 59860. Also has a preschool. New Life Christian Center - Assembly of God. 883-2447, 1414 Second Street West, Polson, MT 59860. Pablo Baptist Church. 675-3787, 36256 Sixth Street North, P.O. Box 68, Pablo, MT 59855. Pablo Christian Church. 675-3252, 35890 Clairmont Road, P.O. Box 99, Pablo, MT 59855 Polson Community Church. 883-0260, 1814 First Street East, Polson, MT 59860. Polson Foursquare Church. 883-9347, 40677 Partridge Trail, Polson, MT 59860. Polson Ministerial Association. 883-5160, 270-7538, 101 Seventh Avenue West, Polson, MT 59860. Supports the Helping Hands Fund and the Loaves & Fish Food Pantry. Presbyterian Church of Polson. 883-5807, 301 Fourth Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. Sacred Heart Catholic Church - Ronan. 676-4511, 35933 Round Butte Road West, Ronan, MT 59864. Sacred Heart Church - Arlee. 726-3540, 112 Taelman, Arlee, MT 59821. St. Andrew s Episcopal Church. 883-5524, Sixth Avenue & Second Street, Polson, MT 59860. St. Ignatius Christian Church. 745-3789, 220 North Main Street, St Ignatius, MT 59865. St. Ignatius Mission. 745-2768, Basement Education Center, 300 Beartrack Avenue, P.O. Box 667, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. St. Paul Lutheran Church LCMS. 676-8280, 35681 Terrace Lake Road East, Ronan, MT 59864. Seventh-Day Adventist Church. 676-5990, 511 First Avenue South West, Ronan, MT 59864. United Methodist Church. 883-6161, 301 16th Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. Zion Lutheran Church LCMS. 745-4149, 306 Second Avenue, P.O. Box 607, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. CLUBS, COMMUNITY & SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS 4-H Clubs. 676-4271, Lake County Extension Office, 300 Third Avenue North West, Ronan, MT 59864. All-Ways Talking Toastmasters. 675-2142. Meets at the Ronan Tribal Senior Citizens Center, Highway 93 and Round Butte Road, Ronan, MT 59864. American Legion Baseball. 883-0319, Mission Valley Mariners, P.O. Box 1396, Polson, MT 59860. Lake County Republican Women. 982-3366, P.O. Box 174, Polson, MT 59860. Mission Mountain Audubon Society. 883-3611, 48901 Highway 93, Suite A-179, Polson, MT 59860. Mission Valley Archers. 406-250-3386, P.O. Box 241, Polson, MT 59860. Mission Valley Astronomy Club. 745-4904, 8252 Highway 93, Ravalli, MT 59863. Mission Valley Cruisers. 883-1042, 675-8500, P.O. Box 401, Pablo, MT 59855. Car club. Mission Valley Shooting Club. 250-3386, P.O. Box 794, Ronan, MT 59864. Owns, operates and maintains an all volunteer gun shooting range. Mission View Garden Club. 883-2728, 27943 White Swan Road, Polson, MT 59860. Missoula Iris Society. 883-5535, 406-728-4743, 35715 Mud Lake Trail, Polson, MT 59860. Mission Valley USBC. 675-8226. Mailing address: 43970 Three Bear Lane, Ronan, MT. Conducts and supports bowling competitions. BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL GROUPS Better Business Bureau. 509-455-4200, 152 South Jefferson, Suite 200, Spokane, WA 99201. Call to file a complaint against a business or to check out a business or a charity. Flathead Regional Business Center (FRBC). 758-2800, 15 Depot Park, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Greater Polson Community Foundation. 883-2248, P.O. Box 314, Polson, MT 59860. A permanent endowment fund to support community needs. Lower Flathead Valley Community Foundation. 676-4110, 119 Dayton Street Southeast, Ronan, MT 59864.
Mission Mountain Food Enterprise Center. 676-0676, 405 Main Street South West, Ronan, MT 59864. Specializes in food product development, regulatory compliance training, business planning and development, market research, business networking, access to financing, cooperative development, and education on food industry equipment and technologies. Includes the Farm 2 School and the Farm 2 Institution Programs. Polson Business Association. 883-5800, 212 Main Street, Polson, MT 59860. Polson Community Development Agency. 883-0842, P.O. Box 758, Polson, MT 59860. A cityappointed agency involved in business development and recruitment within the tax increment district of Polson. SERVICE CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS American Legion: Polson Post #112. 883-2969, Hardwick Post, P.O. Box 515, Polson, MT 59860. Ronan Post #138. 207-2581, 15 Seventh Avenue North West, Ronan, MT 59864. St. Ignatius Post #106. 270-7198, 240 Blind Barnaby Street, P.O. Box 234, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. Delta Kappa Gamma Society - Upsilon Chapter. 883-3205, 39167 Lake View Drive, Polson, MT 59860. Promotes professional and personal growth of women educators and excellence in education. Big Arm Association. 849-6628, 871-2823, Big Arm School, P.O. Box 11, Big Arm, MT 59910. Supports the firefighters, creates fun community events, organizes other community projects, and helps our neighbors in times of trouble. Blue Knights Motorcycle Club. 406-672-6585, 1940 Toni Drive, 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. Eagles. 883-2821, 423 Main Street, Polson, MT 59860. Elks Lodge #1695 - Mission Valley. 883-1695, 512 Main Street, Polson, MT 59860. Kiwanis. 883-4879, Polson, MT 59860. Lions Club. 800-747-4448 for additional information on the eye glass recycling program and other programs offered by the Lions Club. Charlo #13090. 644-2558, P.O. Box 56, Charlo, MT 59824. Polson #13111. 883-4553, 1212 Kerr Dam Road, Polson, MT 59860. Ronan #13112. 676-4600. Marine Corps League (Kalispell/Polson). 212-0087, 249-1870 (Auxiliary). Kalispell group meets at the VFW Club, 330 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. The Polson group meets at the Driftwood Family Restaurant, 50249 Highway 93, Polson, MT 59860. Mission Valley Masonic Lodge #78. 883-2927 (Masonic Temple), 1102 Fourth Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. Mission Valley Aquatics. 883-4567, 309 Ridgewater Drive, P.O. Box 774, Polson, MT 59860. A nonprofit organization committed to raising money to design, construct, and operate an indoor swimming facility for the Mission Valley Community. The pool opened in 2013 but fundraising continues. Montecahto Club. 407-2352, 35990 DuCharme Lane, Polson, MT 59860. Raises funds for an annual scholarship for a graduating Polson High School senior. Clubhouse is at 35432 Highway 35, Polson, MT 59860. P.E.O. Chapter BY. 883-1676, Polson, MT 59860. P.E.O. is a philanthropic and educational organization interested in bringing women increased opportunities for higher education through scholarships and loans. Also helps children through the Share the Spirit program. Polson Fairgrounds, Inc. 883-1100, P.O. Box 1243 Polson, MT 59860. A non profit organization devoted to maintaining and improving the Lake County owned Fairground/Rodeo property. Available to the community as a rental for events. Ronan Women s Club. 676-5936, 528 Main Street, Ronan, MT 59864. Rotary Club of Polson. P.O. Box 922, Polson, MT 59860. Share the Spirit. 83-1676, P.O. Box 1341, Polson, MT 59860. Provides Christmas toys and gifts to needy families in Lake County for children 18 and under. Also offers personal care bags and school supplies (Fall only). Supported by P.E.O. Chapter BY. Sons of Norway. 883-2242, Polson, MT. Swan Lakers. 837-4511, P.O. Box 399, Bigfork, MT 59911. A non-profit organization working to protect the Swan Lake ecosystem and the rural character of the area. Yellow Bay Community Club. 982-3064, 23680 Highway 35, Bigfork, MT 59911. Located on Highway 35 between Polson and Bigfork, near mile marker 18. The Yellow Bay Ladies Auxiliary (982-3064) does charitable work for several organizations. The Cherry Festival each May and a yard sale each fall are major fundraisers. COMMUNITY INFORMATION Airports: Polson. 883-2482, 470 Regatta Road; Mailing Address: 106 Fourth Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. Serves Polson and Lake County. Ronan. 249-2250, 35564 Old Highway 93; Mailing Address: 106 Fourth Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. Serves Ronan and Lake County. St. Ignatius. 745-4008, 35209 Airport Road, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. Bus Service - Whitefish to Missoula & Beyond. 406-275-2877. Please call for information about service times, reservations, ticket prices and stop locations. Tickets to go anywhere Greyhound goes can be purchased in in Lake County at KwaTawNuk in Polson, at Quicksilver in Pablo, and at Stuart s CENEX in St. Ignatius. Flathead Transit offers daily passenger service with Lake County stops in Polson, Pablo, St. Ignatius, Ravalli, and Arlee. The bus will use the existing Greyhound terminal in Missoula at 1660 West Broadway. Camp Bighorn. 826-3144, 1850 Highway 135, Plains, MT 59859. 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 Marshall. 406-849-5718, 41524 Melita Island Road, Polson, MT 59860. 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. Chambers of Commerce: Polson. 883-5969, 418 Main Street, P.O. Box 667, Polson, MT 59860. Ronan. 676-8300, 106 Main Street South West, P.O. Box 254, Ronan, MT 59864. St. Ignatius. 745-3123, 102 Crystal Street, P.O. Box 400, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. City Hall: Polson. 883-8200, 106 First Street East, Polson, MT 59860. Ronan. 676-4231, 207 Main Street Southwest, Suite A, Ronan, MT 59864. St. Ignatius. 745-3791, 12 First Avenue, P.O. Box 103, St Ignatius, MT 59865. Community Centers: Provides a central location for social, cultural, recreational and civic activities that are available to community residents. Space is available for meetings, services, or other uses. Arlee Community Fitness Center. 726-2302, 726-2300, 34086 Pow Wow Road, Arlee, MT 59821. Mailing Address: c/o Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes, P.O. Box 278, Pablo, MT 59855. Also used as a community center for special events. Elmo. 849-5055. The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition 45 Ronan. 676-8661, 300 Third Avenue North West, Ronan, MT 59864. St. Ignatius. 745-4242, 332 Mountain View Drive, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. Mailing Address: 280 Mission Drive, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. Also includes the St. Ignatius Fitness Center. Development Corporations: Arlee. 726-5550, Arlee Community Development Corporation, Valley Bank building, Highway 93, P.O. Box 452, Arlee, MT 59821. Assists and fosters the planning and development of projects deemed to be beneficial socially, physically, economically and culturally to the public inter est of the Arlee-Jocko Valley community. Ronan. 676-5901, Lake County Community Development Corporation. Food & Agriculture Center, 407 Main Street South West, P.O. Box 128, Ronan, MT 59864. Disabled American Veterans (DAV). 406-495-2089, 877-310-4167 (National), 406-890-3335, 330 First Avenue West, P.O. Box 10606, Kalispell, MT 59904. Supports local disabled veterans, widows and dependents. Meets 3rd Wednesdays, 6:30 pm, at VFW Post #2252, 330 First Avenue West, in Kalispell. Driver Services - Montana Motor Vehicle Division: Polson - Drivers Licenses. 883-3755, Drivers Services, 3 Ninth Avenue West, Polson, MT 58960. Polson - License Plates. 883-7217, Motor Vehicle Department, 106 Fourth Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. Flathead Lake Cherry Growers, Inc. 982-3069, P.O. Box 2409, Bigfork, MT 59911. Co-op for commercial cherry growers in the Flathead Valley. Flathead Lake United Methodist Camp & Conference Center. 844-3483, 21339 Methodist Camp Road, Rollins, MT 59931. Camp facilities and services for church groups, schools, organizations, government agencies, and youth & adult retreats. Heart View Center. 726-2030, 31940 Jocko Road, Arlee, MT 59821. A facility located on the Flathead Indian Reservation that is available for retreats and conferences. Hunter Education Program. 752-5501, Fish, Wildlife and Parks, 490 North Meridian Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Lake County Courthouse. 106 Fourth Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. There is no General Information phone number. Lake County Extension Office - MSU. 676-4271, 300 Third Avenue North West, Ronan, MT 59864. Lake County Fair Board. 676-8660, 300 Third Avenue North West, Ronan, MT 59864. Montana Farmers Union. 800-234-4071, 406-452-6406, 300 River Drive North, P.O. Box 2447, Great Falls, MT 59403. A statewide grassroots organization working for family farmers, ranchers and rural communities through conferences, scholarships and other educational opportunities as well as legislative representation and support for producer-owned co-ops. NARFE - National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association. 676-0625, Lake County Chapter, 33549 Timberlane Road, Ronan, MT 59864. CONSERVATION & ENVIRONMENT Adopt A Highway Program. 751-2000 (Kalispell Office), 523-5800 (Missoula Office). 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. Flathead Lakers. 883-1346, 213 First Street West, #208/210, P.O. Box 70, Polson, MT 59860. Works for clean water, healthy ecosystems and lasting quality of life in the Flathead watershed in northwest Montana. Lower Flathead Valley Community Foundation. 676-4110, P.O. Box 255, Ronan, MT 59864. Purpose is to bring tribal and non-tribal members together to work on projects preserving and conserving the cultural, natural and human resources of the region, with special emphasis on meeting the needs of children. Mountain Bluebird Trails. 676-0300, P.O. Box 794, Ronan, Mt 59864. Monitors Mountain, Western and Eastern Bluebirds throughout the Northern U.S. Rocky Mountain region and coordinates the conservation efforts for interested persons or groups. Montana Peregrine Institute. 726-3591, P.O. Box 317, Arlee, MT 59821. Wildlife research organization. Montana Waterfowl Foundation. 676-5262, P.O. Box 3, Ronan, MT 59864. Goal is to secure protected rest and nesting areas for native waterfowl. CONSUMER PROTECTION & LEGAL ASSISTANCE Adult Probation & Parole. 883-4629, 830 Shoreline Drive, Polson, MT 59860. Buckle Up Montana. 883-7341, Lake County Buckle Up Coalition, 802 Main Street, Polson, MT 59860. The Coalition works to reduce motor vehicle crash injuries and fatalities due to misuse of occupant restraints in Lake County. Programs are: Child passenger safety; Public Education Events; and Increasing the use of seat belts. A program of the Montana Department of Transportation and available through the Lake County Public Health Department. Citizens Advocate Office. 800-332-2272. State of Montana Governor s Office, P.O. Box 200801, Helena, MT 59620. 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. County Attorney. 883-7245, Lake County Courthouse, 106 Fourth Avenue East, #312, Polson, MT 59860. County Commissioners. 883-7204, Lake County Courthouse, 106 Fourth Avenue East, Room 211, Polson, MT 59860. The governing body for the County. Duties include budgeting, administering personnel policies for county employees and conducting public hearings on a variety of land use topics. Home Health Hotline (Complaints). 800-762-4618, Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Montana Landlords Association (MLA). 250-0729, Flathead Chapter, 1360 Lake Blaine Road, P.O. Box 7, Kalispell, MT 59903. 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 Office of Consumer Protection. 800-481-6896, 2225 11th Avenue, P.O. Box 200151, Helena, MT 59620. 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. Taxpayer Advocate Service. 800-829-1040 (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. EMERGENCY SERVICES & RESOURCES Dial 911 for emergencies only. Non-emergency numbers are listed by department.
46 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition Air Ambulance. Dial 911 or 752-9797 (Emergency Only), 752-1733 (Non-Emergency), 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Ambulances: Mission Valley Ambulance. P.O. Box 535, St Ignatius, MT 59865. Polson Ambulance. 883-5778, 904 Second Street East, P.O. Box 838, Polson, MT 59860. Ronan Ambulance Service. 676-0077, 261-6903, 36040 Round Butte Road, P.O. Box 724, Ronan, MT 59864. Emergency Preparedness. 883-7288, 888-445-3269, Lake County Public Health Department, 802 Main Street, Polson, MT 59860. The goal is to provide and support effective planning with community partners both in preparation, and in the event of a disaster. The Program works with representatives from CSKT Tribes, law enforcement, the Lake County Office of Emergency Management, hospitals, fire departments, Red Cross, RSVP, county agencies, school districts, and elected officials to develop plans that minimize the effects of an event, improve the response times of the agencies, and maximizes the recovery of the community. Fire Departments: Arlee Fire Department. 726-3222, 726-4350, P.O. Box 204, Arlee, MT 59821. Finley Point/Yellow Bay Fire Department. 887-2161 (Fire Hall), 35408 Highway 35, Polson, MT 59860. Polson Fire Department. 883-8220, 106 First Street East, Polson, MT 59860. Rollins Fire Department. 844-2427, 21324 Big Lodge Road, P.O. Box 56, Rollins, MT 59931. Ronan Volunteer Fire Department. Station 1, 210 Adams Street South West, Ronan, MT 59864; Station 2, 709 Third Avenue East, Pablo, MT 59855. St. Ignatius Volunteer Fire Department. 745-3881, 12 First Avenue, P.O. Box 485, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. Lake County Office of Emergency Management. 883-7253, 106 Fourth Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. Funding remains available for the purpose of reducing wildfire risk to your property by assisting with hazardous fuels reduction. The best time to apply to reduce wildfire risk to your property is prior to the wildfire season. Lake County Search and Rescue. 883-7301, 106 Fourth Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. Poison Hotline. 800-222-1222. 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. Poison Information. 800-525-5042 (Montana Only). Health care professionals provide poison information and emergency poison help throughout Montana. TIP-MONT. 800-847-6668. Report violations of fish, wildlife or parks regulations or violations by persons who poach, vandalize or otherwise abuse Montana s natural heritage. LAW ENFORCEMENT CrimeStoppers Tip Line. 888-883-7309, Lake County Sheriff s Department, 106 Fourth Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. Homeland Security Investigations (HSI). 755-2824, 800-973-2667 (After Hours), 2 Main Street, Suite 206, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Lake County Sheriff s Department. 883-7301, 106 Fourth Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. Livestock Crime. 800-503-6084, Montana Livestock Crimestoppers, P.O. Box 4276, Helena, MT 59604. Call 8 am - 5 pm, Monday - Friday. Montana Highway Patrol. 800-525-5555 (Accident Reporting Only), 755-6688 (District 6 Office), 121 Financial Drive, Suite D, Kalispell, MT 59901. The District 6 Office covers Flathead, Lake, and Lincoln counties. Police Departments: Polson. 883-8212, 883-7301 (After Hours), 106 First Street East, Polson, MT 59860. Ronan. 676-0223, 109 Second Avenue South West, Ronan, MT 59864. St. Ignatius. 745-3881, 4 First Avenue, P.O. Box 99, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. LIBRARIES D Arcy McNickle Library. 275-4875, Salish Kootenai College, 52000 Highway 93, P.O. Box 70, Pablo, MT 59855. Academic library. Jocko Valley Public Library. 726-3572, 92434 Highway 93, P.O. Box 158, Arlee, MT 59821. Montana Talking Book Library. 800-332-3400, 1515 East Sixth Avenue, P.O. Box 201800, Helena, MT 59620. Montana residents who are unable to use standard print materials due to visual, physical and/ or reading disabilities are eligible to apply to the Library for free mail loan of recorded books, magazines, and playback equipment. Schools, public libraries, nursing homes and other institutions (independent/ assisted living facilities) can participate in talking book and magazines services as a direct link to eligible individuals they serve. North Lake County Public Library. 883-8225, 2 First Avenue East, P.O. Box 820, Polson, MT 59860. Offers general library services to all residents of the community. The Library is also a Partner Library with the Montana Shared Catalog. The North Lake County Library Foundation helps enhance library services and enriches cultural offerings for the community. Ronan City Library. 676-3682, 203 Main Street South West, Ronan, MT 59864. Friends of the Ronan Library promotes use of the library and provides financial support. St. Ignatius Combined School and Community Library. 745-3811 Ext. 222, 76 Third Avenue, P.O. Box 1540, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. The library is located in St. Ignatius School. Swan Lake Public Library. 886-2086, 70900 Highway 83 South, P.O. Box 5115, Swan Lake, MT 59911. PARKS National Bison Range Complex. 406-644-2211 Ext 201 (Information), 58355 Bison Range Road, Moiese, MT 59924. Consists of four National Wildlife Refuges (NWR) and a Wetland Management District. The different units are scattered throughout the Flathead, Mission and Pleasant Valleys and include open water and open grasslands, cliff tops and tree tops, pine groves and aspen groves. Together these areas contain hundreds of species of grasses, wildflowers, shrubs and trees. These diverse habitats in turn support myriads of wildlife from meadow voles to mountain lions. The National Wildlife Refuges are: National Bison Range (18,766 acres); Ninepipe NWR (1,062 acres); Pablo NWR (2,543 acres); and Lost Trail NWR (7,885 acres). The Northwest Montana Wetland Management District has 15 waterfowl production Areas (WPA) in Flathead and Lake counties. THEATRES Entertainer Cinema. 676-4496, 410 Main South West, Ronan, MT 59864. Movies. Polson Theatre Office. 883-5603, 416 Main Street, Polson, MT 59860. Movies. Port Polson Players Theatre. 883-9212 (Reservations), Boettcher Park, Highway 93, P.O. Box 1152, Polson, MT 59860. Children s Theatre, educational programs through the schools, community theatre, Summer Theatre, guest artists, and more. Showboat Cinemas. 883-5606, 416 Main Street, Polson, MT 59860. Movies. UTILITIES Axmen Propane. 676-2200, 63887 Highway 93, Ronan, MT 59864. Call Before You Dig - Utility Notification Center. 8-1-1 or 800-424-5555. Call to submit a Locate Request at least two (2) full business days (not including weekends & holidays) prior to digging. The Center is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Service for all Montana counties except Flathead and Lincoln. Cenex Harvest States. Fuel oil. Polson. 883-5600, 800-258-0575, 808 Main Street, Polson, MT 59860. Ronan. 676-2201. St. Ignatius. 800-350-0967. CityServiceValcon. 755-4321, 756-7678, 800-343-3835, 640 West Montana, Kalispell, MT 59901. Propane and heating oil. Do Not Call Registry. 888-382-1222, 866-290-4236 (TTY). Register your home or mobile phone to stop getting unwanted telemarketing calls. Must call from number to be registered. Energy Partners. 800-258-0575, 676-2201, 63932 Highway 93, Ronan, MT 59864. Propane. John s Fuel Farm. 676-3461, 14 Cleveland Street South East, Ronan, MT 59864. Propane and fuel oil. Junk Vehicles Program. 883-7236, Lake County Environmental Health Department, 106 Fourth Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. If you have a vehicle ready to be recycled, call for information on how to have your car removed for processing. Lake County Recycling. 883-7323, Lake County Solid Waste Department, 106 Fourth Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. Drop off all recycling at the Lake County Transfer Station at 36117 North Reservoir Road in Polson (behind the Jolly Packrat). All household recycling (with some exceptions) may be dropped off in Pablo at the location on the main entrance road to Salish Kootenai College; in Ronan at Harvest Foods; or in Polson at the Skate Park on Seventh Avenue. Mission Valley Power. 883-7900, 675-7900, 883-7972 (After Hours Emergency), 36079 Pablo West Road, P.O. Box 97, Pablo, MT 59855. Electricity. Serves the Mission Valley areas of Lake and Sanders counties. Montana Public Service Commission. 800-646-6150 (Consumer Complaints), State of Montana, Public Service Commission, P.O. Box 202601, Helena, MT 59620. Processes complaints and inquiries from utility consumers in Montana for electricity, heating, telephone, and water. Polson Water & Sewer. 883-8201, 106 First Street East, Polson, MT 59860. Polson Propane. 883-3588, 552-0530, 800-683-0742, 47291 Highway 93, Polson, MT 59860. Republic Services. 676-4330, 800-948-2188, 64372 Highway 93, Ronan, MT 59864. Mailing Address: P.O. Box 8449, Missoula, MT 59807. Residential, commercial, and industrial solid waste hauling in the Mission Valley and the Flathead Lake area. St. Ignatius Water & Sewer. 745-3791, City Hall, 12 First Avenue, P.O. Box 103, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. Telephone Service Areas: Access Montana. 676-2751, 312 Main Street South West, Ronan, 59864. Serves Ronan and Pablo. Blackfoot Telephone Cooperative, Inc. 800-649-4108, 1221 North Russell Street, Missoula, MT 59802. Serves Arlee, Charlo, Ravalli, and St. Ignatius. CenturyLink. 758-1000, 290 North Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Serves Big Arm, Dayton, Elmo, Finley Point, Niarada, Polson, Proctor, Yellow Bay. CULTURAL ARTS - DRAMA, MUSIC & MUSEUMS Arlee Jocko Valley Museum. 726-3167, 240-0664, Bouch & Fyant Streets, P.O. Box 512, Arlee, MT 59821. Garden of the Rockies Museum. 676-5210, 513 Round Butte Road, Ronan, MT 59864. Mailing Address: 48515 Anderson Lane, Ronan, MT 59864. Operated by the Mission Valley Heritage Association. Miracle of America Museum. 883-6804, 36094 Memory Lane, Polson, MT 59860. Historical museum and pioneer village. Open all year. Where people become friends and friends become family. TIMBER CREEK VILLAGE ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITY 375 MEADOW LAKE BLVD COLUMBIA FALLS 406-892-3400
Mission Valley Heritage Association. 676-5454, 400 Round Butte Road, Ronan, MT 59864. Mailing address: 48515 Anderson Lane, Ronan, MT 59864. Operates the Garden of the Rockies Museum. Ninepipes Museum of Early Montana. 644-3435, 69316 Highway 93, Charlo, MT 59824. History and culture of the Flathead Reservation and early Montana. Old Jail Museum. 827-4515, 827-4002, 109 South Madison Street, P.O. Box 774, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. People s Center. 675-0160, 53253 Highway 93 North, P.O. Box 278, Pablo, MT 59855. 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. 883-3049, 708 Main Street, P.O. Box 206, Polson, MT 59860. Preserves the history of the Mission Valley and the Flathead Indian Reservation. Port Polson Players. 883-9212 (Reservations), P.O. Box 1152, Polson, MT 59860. Live theatre and performing arts education in western Montana. Their multi-level program includes Community Theatre, Children s Theatre, Summer Theatre and other performing arts opportunities. Membership in the Mission Valley Friends of the Arts organization helps support live theatre. EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING RESOURCES Blind and Low Vision Services. 888-279-7528, 406-329-5400 Voice/TTY, 2675 Palmer Street, Suite A, Missoula, MT 59808. 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. Child Care Provider Services. 756-1414, The Nurturing Center, 146 Third Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Kicking Horse Job Corps Center. 406-644-2217, 800-733-JOBS (Information), 33091 Mollman Pass Trail, Ronan, MT 59864. A comprehensive no-cost career technical training program for all those aged 16-24. 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. Lake County Job Service. 883-7880, 417-B Main Street, Polson, MT 59860. Offers job seekers registration services; resume, application and interview assistance; a variety of internet-accessible services; testing and skill-building resources; career placement assessment and guidance services; and one-on-one job search assistance. Employers are offered a wide variety of tools to assist with attracting and retaining a quality workforce. Montana Apprenticeship & Training Program. 406-444-3998, 406-444-0532 (TTY), Montana Department of Labor & Industry, Workforce Services Division, 1315 Lockey Avenue, P.O. Box 1728, Helena, MT 59624. 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. Unemployment Insurance For You (UI4U). 406-444-2545 (Claims Processing), Montana Department of Labor and Industry, P.O. Box 8020, Helena, MT 59604. 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. Working Innovations. 883-6717, 800-477-8992, 414 First Street East, Suite D, Polson, MT 59860. Provides intensive case management and supportive services to people with multiple barriers to employment and who are receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF). FITNESS & HEALTH Arlee Fitness Center. 726-2302, 726-2300, 34086 Pow Wow Road, Arlee, MT 59821. Mailing Address: c/o Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes, P.O. Box 278, Pablo, MT 59855. Also used as a community center for special events. Big Sky Strength and Fitness. 883-1344, 100 Fifth Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. Curves for Women. 883-0688, 10 Eighth Avenue West, Suite 2, Polson, MT 59860. Ronan Tribal Fitness Center. 676-0138, 122 Main Street South East, Ronan, MT 59864. St. Ignatius Tribal Community Fitness Center. 745-4242, 332 Mountain View Drive, St. Ignatius, 59865. HEALTH CARE RESOURCES Hearing Center. 528-5234, St. Luke Community Healthcare, 107 Sixth Avenue South West, Ronan, 59864. Offers professional, full-service diagnostic testing by a certified audiologist. CHIROPRACTORS Boughton, Eric, DC. 676-7373, 63228 Highway 93, Ronan, MT 59864. Konen, Tom, DC. 883-3200, Polson Health, 102 13th Avenue, Polson, MT 59860. Lakeview Family Chiropractic. 883-4234, 49665 Highway 93, Polson, MT 59860. Mission Chiropractic. 745-3131, 200 Mountain View, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. Jim Thornton, DC. Polson Family Chiropractic. 883-4216, 801 Fourth Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. Dr. Pamela Sandall. Polson Health. 883-3200, 102 13th Avenue, Polson, MT 59860. Tom Konen, DC. Ronan Chiropractic Clinic. 676-0170, 206 Main Street South West, Ronan, MT 59864. Ellen Wicklund, DC. Whipple, Oliver M. III, DC. 314-3716, 601 Fourth Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. DENTISTS Bagnell Family Dentistry. 676-8880, 63355 Highway 93, Ronan, MT 59864. Timothy H. Bagnell, DDS, PC; Troy R. Shaw, DMD, MS. Bagnell, Timothy, DDS. 676-8880, 63355 Highway 93, Ronan, MT 59864. Bayview Dental. 883-4700, 50113 Highway 93, Polson, MT 59860. Main entrance on Fourth Avenue East. David W. Bull, DMD. Big Sky Dental Clinic. 883-5544, 102 First Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. J.B. Willis, DDS, PC; Chris Clave, DMD. Culp, Steve, DDS. 676-7600, 20 Dayton Street South West, Ronan, MT 59864. Family Dentistry. 883-1343, 421 Main Street, Polson, MT 59860. Michael R. Windauer, DMD, PC. Heintz, Jason T., DDS. 883-5544, 102 First Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. Karvandi, Jeffrey J., DMD. 728-4032, Sixth Avenue and Main Street, Polson, MT 59860. Orthodontics. Ronan Dental Clinic. 676-7600, 20 Dayton Street South West, Ronan, MT 59864. Steve Culp, DDS. Ruhkala, Michael, DDS. 745-3951, 215 Mountain View Drive, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. Sayre, Fred L., DMD. 728-4032, Sixth Avenue and Main Street, Polson, MT 59860. Orthodontics. Siemers, Gayle R., DDS. 883-6269, Sixth Avenue and Main Street, Polson, MT 59860. The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition 47 Willis, James B., Jr., DDS, PC. 883-5544, 102 First Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. Windauer, Michael, DMD. 883-1343, 421 Main Street, Polson, MT 59860. OPTOMETRISTS/OPHTHAMOLOGISTS Glacier Eye Clinic. 752-8825, 883-4355 (Satellite Clinic), 800-772-8825, 160 Heritage Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Heninger, Jeffrey D., OD. 883-4355, 410 First Street East, Suite A, Polson, MT 59860. Low Vision Montana. 800-601-5004 (Helpline), P.O. Box 664, Helena, MT 59624. Assists individuals (or their families) in accessing organizations, agencies and community resources that can help low vision or blind individuals live more independently in their communities. Ofstad, Arnt James, OD. 676-3937, 417 Main Street South West, Ronan, MT 59864. Polson Family Eye Care. 883-4355, 410 First Street East, Polson, MT 59860. Jeffrey Heninger, OD; Roger Barth, MD. Ronan Eye Clinic. 676-3937, 417 Main Street South West, Ronan, MT 59864. Simonich, Marcus, OD. 676-3937, 417 Main Street South West, Ronan, MT 59864 PHYSICIANS & MEDICAL FACILITIES Allergy & Asthma Center, PC. 877-714-8111, 20 Four Mile Drive, Suite 2, Kalispell, MT 59901. Also sees patients at 900 North Orange Street, #207, Missoula, MT 59802. David Mangold, PA-C. Ankle & Foot Care Clinic. 721-1171, 2831 Fort Missoula Road, Suite 302, Missoula, MT 59804. There is an office in Polson at St. Joseph s Medical Center, Six 13th Avenue East, P.O. Box 1010, Polson, MT 59860. Avison, Aimee Harper, PA-C. 883-5680, St. Joseph s Medical Center, Six 13th Avenue East, Polson, 59860. Bagnell, Kelly G., MD. 883-5680, St. Joseph s Medical Center, Six 13th Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. Boharski, Michael G., MD. 752-5553, 430 Windward Way, Suite 203, Kalispell, MT 59901. Gastroenterology and liver disease. Carter, Katie, ND Naturopathic Physician. 883-4325, 420 First Street East, Polson, MT 59860. Crawford, Simon, PA-C. 676-3600, St. Luke Community Clinic (Ronan), 126 Sixth Avenue South West, Ronan, MT 59864. Cullis, William C., M.D. 676-3600, St. Luke Community Clinic (Ronan), 126 Sixth Avenue South West, Ronan, MT 59864. Davis, Victor M., MD. 745-4444, 101 Arrow Street, St Ignatius, MT 59865. Elmo Tribal Health Clinic. 849-5798, 33116 Highway 93, P.O. Box 127, Elmo, MT 59915. Family Planning. 883-7288, 888-445-3269, Lake County Public Health Department, 802 Main Street, Suite A, Polson, MT, 59860. Reproductive health services for women and men. Glacier Ear Nose & Throat - Head & Neck Surgery. 752-8330, 160 Heritage way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Glacier Eye Clinic. 800-772-8825, 752-8825 (Kalispell Office), 883-4355 (Polson Satellite Clinic), 160 Heritage Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Aaron M. Alme, MD; Roger A. Barth, MD; Jerry Meislik, MD; Mark C. Remington, MD; Gus Stein, MD; Steve W. Weber, MD. Gochis, Paul, MD. 883-2555, St. Luke Community Clinic (Ronan), 126 Sixth Avenue South West, Ronan, MT 59864. Harrop, Cara, MD. 883-2555, St. Luke Community Clinic (Polson), 104 Rufus Lane, Polson, MT 59860. Healthcare Plus. 883-3910, 1 Seventh Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. Oxygen. Irwin, R. Stephen, MD. 883-5680, Six 13th Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. Jones, Heather, MD. 676-3600, St. Luke Community Clinic, 126 Sixth Avenue South West, Ronan, MT 59864. Kalispell Regional Healthcare (KRH). 752-5111, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. A regional acute care hospital and referral center offering advanced health services and medical technology. Lake County Public Health Department. 883-7288, 888-445-3269, 802 Main Street, Suite A, Polson, MT 59860. Programs include Child Health, Buckle Up Montana, Tobacco Education, Family Planning, HIV/AIDS Counseling and Testing, Immunizations, Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) Screening, Communicable Disease, Emergency Preparedness, WIC (Women, Infant, Child Nutritional Program), Maternal Child Health, Home Visiting. Lake County Home Options - Home Health & Hospice. 676-7300, 711 Main Street South West, Ronan, MT 59864. Maaliki, Hikmat, MD. 676-3600, St. Luke Community Clinic (Ronan), 126 Sixth Avenue South West, Ronan, MT 59864. Missoula Vet Center (VA Primary Care Clinic). 406-721-4918, 8877-468-8387, 500 North Higgins, Suite 202, Missoula, MT 59802. Montana Breast Health & CPG. 327-3941, 2827 Fort Missoula Road, Missoula, MT 59804. Elizabeth Suh, MD. Montana Cancer Center at Providence St. Patrick Hospital. 406-728-2539 (Medical Oncology), 406-329-5655 (Radiation Oncology), St. Patrick Hospital, 500 West Broadway, Missoula, MT 59802. Montana Cancer Screening Program. 751-8162, Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. FREE cancer screenings are available to income-eligible men and women. Free screenings include: Colon Cancer, Breast Cancer, Cervical Cancer. The Program is a service of the Flathead City-County Health Department and covers the counties of Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders plus the Flathead Reservation. Montana Cancer Specialists At Community Medical Center. 327-3911, 2827 Fort Missoula Road, Missoula, MT 59804. Montana Heart Center. 327-4646, 2827 Fort Missoula Road, Missoula, MT 59804. O Connor, Michael, MD. 676 3600, St. Luke Community Clinic (Ronan), 126 Sixth Avenue South West, Ronan, MT 59864. Parish Nurses. 883-5864, Good Shepherd Lutheran Parish, 409 Fourth Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860; 883-2506, Immaculate Conception Parish, 1002 Fourth Avenue Polson, MT 59860; 883-5524, St. Andrews Episcopal Parish, Sixth Avenue and Second Street, Polson, MT 59860. Polson Tribal Health Clinic. 883-5541, 5 Fourth Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. Includes a dental clinic. Polson Health Clinic. 883-3200, 102 13th Avenue, Polson, MT 59860. Family Practice: Daniel Rausch, MD; Alex Flerchinger, FNP. Chiropractor: Tom Konen, DC. Providence St. Joseph Medical Center. see St. Joseph Medical Center. Rausch, Daniel, MD. 883-5680, 866-344-2273, Six 13th Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. Righetti, Michael, MD. 883-8250, St. Joseph Medical Center, Six 13th Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860 Ronan Tribal Health Clinic. 676-0137, 35860 Round Butte Road, Ronan, MT 59864. Shallock, Mike, PA-C. 883-2555, St. Luke Community Clinic (Polson), 104 Rufus Lane, Polson, MT 59860. Smith, Adam T., DO. 883-5680, St. Joseph Medical Center, Six 13th Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. St. Joseph Medical Center. 883-5680 (Information), Six 13th Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. Services include Surgery, Diagnostic Imaging/Testing,; Cardiopulmonary, Rehabilitation, Full Service Laboratory, Pharmacy Services, Dietary/Nutritional Services, Community Education, Home Health Care, and St. Joseph Assisted Living Center. St. Joseph Medical Clinic - Polson. 883-8250, Six 13th Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. St. Joseph Medical Clinic - Ronan. 676-5680, 63351 Highway 93, Ronan, MT 59864. St. Joseph Assisted Living Center. 883-8970, 11 17th Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860.
48 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition St. Luke Community Healthcare. 676-4441, 107 Sixth Avenue South West, Ronan, MT 59864. Services include: Emergency Care, Surgery Center, New Beginnings Birth Center, Diagnostic Imaging, Cardiopulmonary, Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Labs and a Hearing Center. St. Luke Community Clinic - Polson. 883-2555, 104 Rufus Lane, Polson, MT 59860. Located below WalMart on Rufus Lane. St. Luke Community Clinic - Ronan. 676-3600, 126 Sixth Avenue South West, Ronan, MT 59864. Located east of the hospital. Walk-In and Convenient Care. St. Luke Community Clinic - St. Ignatius. 745-2781, 330-6 Tract Lane, P.O. Box 1029, Saint Ignatius, MT 59865. Located behind the Old Timers Café. St. Luke Community Oxygen & Medical Equipment. 676-5531, 877-676-5531, 711 Main Street South West, Ronan, MT 59864. Walk-In Convenient Care Clinic. 676-4441, 107 Sixth Avenue South West, Ronan, MT 59864. Located next to St. Luke s Emergency Room, the Clinic is designed for those who cannot get in to see their regular doctor but who do not require an emergency room visit. Open 10 am - 6 pm, Monday - Friday, and 10 am - 2 pm on Saturdays. Closed on holidays. Replaces the Saturday clinics at the St. Luke Community Clinic in Ronan. St. Luke Extended Care. 676-2900. 107 Sixth Avenue South West, Ronan, MT 59864. Provides round-the-clock care for those with chronic illness, plus rehabilitation and transitional care for those seeking return to their home environment. Also offers Adult Day Care services of respite care, meals, activities, socialization and administration of medications with overnight stays available for up to 7 nights. St. Patrick Hospital & Health Sciences Center. 877-444-5615, 406-543-7271, 500 West Broadway, Missoula, MT 59802. Stewart, Mark L., MD. 721-3497, 2835 Fort Missoula Road, Suite 302, Missoula, MT 59804. Tribal Health & Human Services Department. 745-3525, 308 Mission Drive, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. Direct health care services include medical, dental, pharmacy, and physical therapy. Behavioral health and addiction services include chemical dependency and mental health outpatient services. Community Health Nurses and Representatives provide assistance and care to patients with diabetes and cardiopulmonary related diseases, conduct classes, community outreach, and preventative health care activities. Vaughan, David, FNP. 745-2781, St. Luke Community Clinic (St. Ignatius), Behind The Old Timers Café, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. Velk, Mary, PA-C. 676-3600, St. Luke Community Clinic (Ronan), 126 Sixth Avenue South West, Ronan, MT 59864. Vizcarra, Ed T., MD. 676-3600, St. Luke Community Clinic (Ronan), 126 Sixth Avenue South West, Ronan, MT 59864. Western Montana Medical Clinic. 676-5680, 63351 Highway 93, Ronan, MT 59864. Kelly Bagnell, OB; Amiee Harper Avison, PA-C.. Williams, John, MD. 883-2555, St. Luke Community Clinic (Polson), 104 Rufus Lane, Polson, MT 59860. Located below WalMart on Rufus Lane. SUPPORT PROGRAMS Alison Score Foundation for Breast Cancer Education. 293-6242, P.O. Box 762, Libby, MT 59923. 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. Alzheimer s Association - Montana Chapter. 800-272-3900 (National Helpline), 406-252-3053, 3010 Eleventh Avenue North, Billings, MT 59101. Helpline available 24 hours a day / 7 days a week. Information, referral, and support. Alzheimer s Support Group. 676-2367, 883-4378, 800-551-3191. American Cancer Society. 800-227-2345, 3550 Mullan Road, Suite 103, Missoula, MT 59808. The Missoula Office serves Flathead, Lake and other counties. American Cancer Society. 406-542-2191, 3550 Mullan Road, Suite 103, Missoula, MT 59808. American Cancer Society Relay for Life. 406-542-2191, Ext 206, 3550 Mullan Road, Suite 103, Missoula, MT 59808. A community event, held in Polson, that is designed to celebrate survivorship and raise money for the American Cancer Society. American Diabetes Association - Montana. 800-676-4065, 1627 West Main Street, #295, Bozeman, MT 59715. American Heart & Stroke Association. 800-592-7821, 509-536-1500, 320-B East Main Street, Missoula, MT 59802. 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, 800-586-4872. The Call Center offers answers to questions about Lung Cancer, Asthma, Allergies, Emphysema, Smoking Cessation, and Environmental Health. Cancer Information Service. 800-4-CANCER (800-422-6237). 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 Group. 824-2868, Methodist Church, 301 16th Avenue East, P.O. Box 688, Polson, MT 59860. For anyone affected by cancer. Cheerful Heart, Inc. 883-3070, P.O. Box 688, Polson, MT 59860. Provides free non-medical services for Lake County Montana residents with cancer. Volunteers are always needed. Grief Support Group. 751-4200, 676-7300, 711 Main Street South West, Ronan, MT 59864. 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. Home & Community Based Services. 752-0580, 1825 Highway 93 South, Suite F, Kalispell, MT 59901. This Medicaid Waiver program addresses the needs of Medicaid eligible Montanans who need assistance/support to meet ongoing health needs by developing/managing home based care. Service by Benefis Spectrum Medical, an affiliate of Benefis Health System in Great Falls, MT. Serves Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. La Leche League. 745-3211, St. Ignatius. Support organization for all breastfeeding mothers and mothers-to-be who are interested in breastfeeding. Lupus Information. 883-2928, 1403 First Street West, #B, Polson, MT 59860.. Provides one-on-one information and support for those coping with lupus; 800-558-0121, Lupus Foundation: LFA Health Educators. Medicab. 406-327-1510, P.O. Box 1597, Missoula, MT 59806. Private pay and Medicaid. (Medicaid must be preauthorized.) Medicaid Helplines (Montana Only). For current Medicaid clients only. Call 800-362-8312 for Medicaid information. Call 800-376-1115 for Medicaid fraud. Call 800-292-7114 for general Medicaid transportation. Medicaid Transportation Center. 800-292-7114, Helena, MT 59604. Call BEFORE you arrange travel because all transportation must be approved before you travel in order for you to be paid. (You will be paid after you travel to your appointment.) Medicaid and HMK Plus may pay for you to get to your health care provider or other health care service if the service is covered by Medicaid or HMK Plus and you have no other way to get there. Prescription Assistance. 888-477-2669. Helps qualifying patients without prescription drug coverage get the medicines they need through the program that is right for them. Many will get their medications free or nearly free. Offers a single point of access to more than 475 public and private programs. Funded by America s pharmaceutical research companies. Project Soar. 883-6355, 111 Fourth Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. Every mother who gives birth at St. Joseph Medical Center will receive a book bag filled with gently-used picture books, information on the benefits of early literacy, a new nursery rhyme book, and an informational DVD. It is an early literacy project of the Polson School District designed to encourage parents of newborns to start reading to their babies from the moment they are born. South Lake Taxi. 883-9220, Polson, MT 59860. Tamarack Grief Resource Center. 261-0724, 17 Second Street East, #202, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Tobacco Quit Line. 800-784-8669. 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). 800-932-8677. Wings Regional Cancer Support. 257-9464 (Voice Mail Only), P.O. 7852, Kalispell, MT 59904. 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. 752-5111, Kalispell Regional Healthcare, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. HUMAN SERVICE PROVIDERS American Red Cross of Montana. 800-272-6668 (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. Community Action Partnership of Northwest Montana (CAPNM). 752-6565, 800-344-5979, 214 Main Street, P.O. Box 8300, Kalispell, MT 59904. Services include Courtyard Apartments, Employment & Training Department, Free to Choo$e, Home Buyer Education, Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP), Mutual Self-Help Housing Program, New Economy Project (NEP), Personal Touch Home Care, Project Homeless Connect, Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program, VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance), Weatherization Program, and Work Readiness Component (WoRC). Services are available in Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Share the Spirit. 883-1046, 883-1676, P.O. Box 1341, Polson, MT 59860. Helps children from needy families with toys, clothes and gifts for Christmas. Trees with Share the Spirit tags will be at local merchants and banks throughout Lake County beginning the week of Thanksgiving. Social Security Administration. 800-772-1213 (National). Local offices process applications for Social Security, retirement and disability, Medicare, survivors and dependants, Supplemental Security Income. Handles questions concerning benefit checks and Social Security numbers. Handles Social Security Cards. Missoula. 866-931-9029, 3701 American Way, Missoula, MT 59808. In Lake County, the Missoula office serves residents having ZIP Codes beginning with 598. Kalispell. 888-487-0150, 275 Corporate Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. In Lake County, the Kalispell office serves residents having ZIP Codes beginning with 599. Summit Independent Living Center. 676-0190, 866-230-6936, 111 Second Avenue South West, Ronan, MT 59864. A non-profit, non-residential program that serves people with mobility, neurological, hearing, visual, and other disabilities by providing them with consumer and advocacy services to improve their lives. United Way. 752-7266, 888-720-7266, United Way, Gateway Community Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 31, P.O. Box 7217, Kalispell, MT 59904. United Way brings together diverse people and resources to address the most urgent issues in Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, Glacier & Sanders Counties. Services include assessment of community needs, allocation of resources, Gifts In Kind Program, Volunteer Center, information and referral, and community resource development. ASSISTED LIVING, PERSONAL CARE & HOME HEALTH RESOURCES A Plus Health Care. 755-4968, 877-755-4968, 1310 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Offers Nursing Care Management, Personal Care, Self-Directed Care, Private Duty & Medical Staffing. Serves Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, Sanders, and Glacier Counties. Addus HealthCare. 257-1101, 866-349-1101, 2210 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT 59904. Provides personal assistance services in Northwestern Montana. Cheerful Heart, Inc. 883-3070, P.O. Box 688, Polson, MT 59860. Provides free non-medical services for Lake County Montana residents with cancer. Volunteers are always needed. Closer To Home Assisted Living. 745-0272, 406-529-7657, 61262 Watson Road, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. Assisted Living, Hospice, Alzheimer s, Adult Day Care, and more. Comfort Keepers. 755-4030, 95 Indian Trail Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Frontier Home Health and Hospice. 755-4923, 29 Second Street East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Home CareGivers. 883-3590, 1310 Main Street, P.O. Box 747, Polson, MT 59860. Provides personal care assistance services for all ages that enable people to stay in their homes. Serves Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Home Health Complaints Hotline. 800-762-4618. A State of Montana Toll-Free Hotline available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Lake County Council on Aging. 676-2367, 528 Main Street South West, Ronan, MT 59864. The Council on Aging is under the umbrella of the Area VI Agency on Aging (AOA). Whereas the AOA deals with meals on wheels, commodities, Medicare and Medicaid issues, the Council on Aging acts as a resource center (for people aged 62 and older) that gives hands-on assistance in: respite for caregivers, homemaker services, rides to the grocery store or to doctor appointments, and more. Lake County Home Options - Home Health & Hospice. 676-7300, 711 Main Street South West, Ronan, MT 59864. Lily Of The Valley Of Ronan. 676-2279, 34248 Terrace Lake Road, Ronan, MT 59864. Assisted living facility. Mountain View Care Center. 676-5510 Ext 1, 829 Main Street South West, P.O. Box 762, Ronan, MT 59864. Partners In Home Care. 888-729-8848 (Missoula Office), 883-8412, Grandview Clinic, One 14th Avenue West, Polson, MT 59860. Mailing Address: 2687 Palmer Street, Suite B., Missoula, MT 59808. Home Health Care, Hospice, Infusion Therapy, Home & Community Based Services, and Home Medical Equipment.
Personal Touch Home Care. 758-5422, 800-344-5979, Community Action Partnership (CAPNM), 214 Main Street, P.O. Box 8300, Kalispell, MT 59904. 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. Pines of Polson Assisted Living. 883-1021, 405 Sixth Avenue West, Polson, MT 59860. Assisted living facility; specializes in Alzheimer s and dementia care. Also offers adult foster/day care. Polson Health and Rehabilitation Center. 883-4378, Nine 14th Avenue West, Polson, MT 59860. Offers a full range of short-term rehabilitation services including physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech language pathology. Long-term care residents stay engaged in life with enriching activities and restorative programs. St. Joseph Assisted Living Center. 883-8970, 11 17th Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. The Pines of Mission Assisted Living. 745-1021, 406-871-0642, 320 Mission Drive, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. Specializes in Alzheimer s and dementia care. The Retreat. 883-4897, 1303 Rivendell Court, Polson, MT 59860. Personal Care, warm family environment, beautiful lake and mountain views. Assisted living, adult foster/day care. BASIC NEED RESOURCES AIDS Counseling/Testing. 883-7288, 888-445-3269, Lake County Public Health Department, 802 Main Street Suite A, Polson, MT 59860. Helping Hands Fund. 883-8256, Grandview Clinic, 14th Avenue and Main Street, P.O. Box 1094, Polson, MT 59860. (Located next to St. Joseph Medical Center.) Emergency needs program for anyone in Lake County. Services include emergency needs for food, lodging, rent, medication, utilities, bus tickets, and gasoline. Receives support from the Polson Ministerial Association. Lake County Public Health Department. 883-7288, 888-445-3269, 802 Main Street, Suite A, Polson, MT 59860. Programs include Child Health, Buckle Up Montana, Tobacco Education, Family Planning, HIV/AIDS Counseling and Testing, Immunizations, Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) Screening, Communicable Disease, Emergency Preparedness, WIC (Women, Infant, Child Nutritional Program), Maternal Child Health, Home Visiting. Lake County Office of Public Assistance. 883-7820, 826 Shoreline Drive, Polson, MT 59860. Administers Medicaid, Medical Assistance, Emergency Aid for Dependent Children, SNAP, and TANF (Temporary Assistance to Needy Families) Cash programs. Provides assistance with Medicaid and SNAP application process. Also helps with referrals to other programs. Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP). 752-5433, 800-344-5979, Community Action Partnership of Northwest Montana (CAPNM), 214 Main Street, P.O. Box 8300, Kalispell, MT 59904. Assists eligible low income individuals and families pay a portion of their household winter energy bills. Customers may also be eligible for discounts from local utility companies based upon LIEAP eligibility. Services are available in Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Medicaid. 883-7820, Lake County Office of Public Assistance, 826 Shoreline Drive, Polson, MT 59860. Assistance with medical bills for people with low incomes who meet eligibility requirements. Applications are available at the Office of Public Assistance or online at www.dphhs.mt.gov SNAP - Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. 883-7820, Lake County Office of Public Assistance, 826 Shoreline Drive, Polson, MT 59860. A federal assistance program to help low income families or individuals supplement their monthly food budget. Applications available at the Office of Public Assistance or online at www.dphhs.gov SNAP Hotline. 800-332-2272, Montana Citizens Advocate Office, Helena, MT. Get information on SNAP benefit questions. Soup Kitchen. 883-5160. Serves lunches, Monday - Thursday, 11 am - 1 pm; donation only; at Journey BE (Disciples of Christ) Church, 101 Seventh Avenue West, Polson, MT 59860. Summer Food Service Program (SFSP). 800-809-4752 (Find a Site). Provides free, nutritious meals and snacks to help children in low-income areas get the nutrition they need to learn, play, and grow throughout the summer months when they are out of school. Most locations are at local schools. (SFSP is a federally funded program administered through the US Department of Agriculture. The Montana Office of Public Instruction administers the program at the state level.) The Sharing Place. 676-5990, Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 511 First Avenue South West, Ronan, MT 59864. Basic need service agency that offers clothing, diapers, school supplies, shoes, personal care items, etc. Working Innovations. 883-6717, 800-477-8992, 414 First Street East, Suite D, Polson, MT 59860. Provides intensive case management and supportive services to people with multiple barriers to employment and who are receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF). Weatherization Program. 755-7363, 888-750-7360, Community Action Partnership of Northwest Montana (CAPNM), 214 Main Street, P.O. Box 8300, Kalispell, MT 59904. Helps reduce the high cost of energy for low-income households. Installs a combination of energy saving measures such as wall, attic and floor insulation, decreases the amount of air infiltration from doors and windows and performs efficiency and safety checks on heating systems. Special consideration is given to emergencies, elderly and disabled individuals. Services are available in Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. COUNSELING & MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES Catholic Social Services of Montana. 800-BABY-DUE (800-222-9383), 1301 11th Avenue, P.O. Box 907, Helena, MT 59624. Provides free, confidential counseling and services to women experience an unplanned pregnancy. An open adoption agency. Barta, Kim, MA, LPC. 883-4325, 420 First Street East, Polson, MT 59860. Espy, John, LCSW. 270-5335, 110 Main Street, Suite 8, Polson, MT 59860. Frickson, Patricia L., LCPC. 883-0098, Grandview Clinic Building, One 14th Avenue West, Suite 3, Polson, MT 59860. Gestalt Associates. 270-9225, 270-5325, 314 First Avenue East, #206, Polson, MT 59860. Treasa Glinnwataer, MSW, LCSW; John Espy, LCSW. Glinnwater, J. Treasa, MSW, LCSW. 270-9225, 110 Main Street, #8, Polson, MT 59860. Kearney, Margaret, LCSW. 883-0002, 1201 Main Street, Polson, MT 59860. Kiser, Stacy, MA, LCPC. 676-8006, 63506 Highway 93 South, Ronan, MT 59984. Western Montana Mental Health Center: Polson Office. 883-3556, 1105 First Street East, Polson, MT 59860. Ronan Office. 532-9170, 8 Second Avenue South West, Ronan, MT 59864. McMullen, Karen, LCPC. 261-9321, 302 First Street West, P.O. Box 912, Polson, MT 59860. River, Vincent, PhD. 883-8126, 1201 Main Street, Suite A, Polson, MT 59860. Roullier-Madrigal, Renee, LCSW, PC. 676-3176, 32009 Terrace Lake Road, Ronan, MT 59864. Sunburst Mental Health Services. 883-4061, 203 Main Street, Polson, MT 59860. CRISIS INTERVENTION RESOURCES AA - Find A Meeting. 888-607-2000, Alcoholics Anonymous. Call to find meeting times and locations in these Lake county locations: Arlee, Elmo, Pablo, Polson, Ronan, and St. Ignatius. AA Hotline. 888-607-2000 (Montana Only). Addiction Search. 800-559-9503. Nationwide addiction assistance helpline. A free drug and alcohol addiction resource for treatment and recovery. Adult Probation/Parole - Polson. 883-4629, 830 Shoreline Drive, Polson, MT 59860. Adult Rehabilitation Centers (ARCS). 257-4357, Salvation Army, 110 Bountiful Drive, P.O. Box 8357, Kalispell, MT 59904. ARCS form the largest network of rehabilitation programs in the nation, helping men and women to overcome alcohol and drug dependencies. Call for the location of a Center near you. The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition 49 Adult Protective Services (APS). 883-7841, 830½ Shoreline Drive, Polson, MT 59860. An agency given authority by the Montana legislature to investigate reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of individuals over 60 years of age or developmentally disabled adults over 18 years of age. In instances of imminent danger to the individual, APS may remove the individual from danger and arrange for a safe, temporary living situation. The Polson office serves Lake County. Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline. 800-4-A-CHILD. Crisis counselors available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Compulsive Gamblers. 800-522-4700 (24-Hour Hotline). National Council on Problem Gambling. Domestic Violence Hotline - National. 800-799-SAFE (7233), 800-787-3224 (TTY). Hotline advocates are available for victims and anyone calling on their behalf to provide crisis intervention, safety planning, information, and referrals to agencies. Direct connection to domestic violence resources available in the caller s area. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Hotline. 752-7273 (Crisis Line), 752-4735 (Office), Operated by the Violence Free Crisis Line, P.O. Box 1401, Kalispell, MT 59903. Family Care Program. 883-4370, 302 First Street, Suite 201, Polson, MT 59860. Offers foster care and adoption as well as in-home family support services for children aged 2-18 who are referred, mostly, from child welfare workers, mental health case managers, and youth corrections workers. Help Net - First Call for Help. 752-8181, 800-332-8425, P.O. Box 8181, Kalispell, MT 59904. An information and referral line that links people to services, counselors and support groups. Home Free Program for Runaways. 800-786-2929 (800-RUNAWAY), National Runaway Switchboard (NRS). This national toll-free hotline is the starting point for runaways aged 12-20 to be returned home via free bus service. The runaway must be between the ages of 12 and 20. NRS must verify a missing person s report has been filed in the hometown of any runaway who is under 18. Lake County Chemical Dependency Program. 888-883-7310, 802 Main Street, Suite C, Polson, MT 59860. Lake County Youth Home. 676-2427, 33627 Marion Lane, Polson, MT 59860. For youth, male or female, who need a home away from home for a time-out and need supervision and guidance for a number of reasons. The youth attend local schools, participate in positive recreational opportunities and help maintain the Home with normal chores and responsibilities. Missing & Exploited Children Hotline. 800-843-5678 (800-THE-LOST). Operators are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Please report any information regarding a missing child. Missoula Vet Center (VA Primary Care Clinic). 406-721-4918, 877-468-8387, 500 North Higgins, Suite 202, Missoula, MT 59802. Serves as a readjustment counseling service to help returning combat veterans with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and marriage, bereavement, and sexual trauma counseling to get back into the mainstream of life. Pathways Treatment Center. 756-3950, 800-752-3950, 200 Heritage Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides acute inpatient services for Northwest Montana clients who have mental health and/or substance abuse issues. Pinehaven Boys & Girls Ranch & School. 745-4545, 64716 South Pinehaven Lane, P.O. Box 940, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. A long term care program for troubled youth based on biblical values. A kid n cattle ranch and school. Safe Harbor. 676-0800 (24 Hour Hotline), 676-9242 (Main Office), P.O. Box 497, Ronan, MT 59864. Crime victim advocate; provides domestic violence education and services such as: Crisis counseling, assistance with orders of protection (restraining orders), support groups, legal and personal advocacy, and information and/or referrals for victims of domestic violence, sexual abuse, and stalking. With help healing begins. Serves Lake County and the Flathead Reservation. Second Circle Lodge. 676-5737, 10 Second Circle North East, Ronan, P.O. Box 1, MT 59864. Adolescent group home that houses youth ages 10-17 that have been abused, neglected or delinquent. Substance Abuse & Mental Health Treatment Referral Service. 800-662-HELP (4357). A 24- Hour free and confidential Helpline. Call for help in locating treatment locations, treatment options or support groups in your area. Will automatically transfer to Montana. Sponsored by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Suicide Prevention Hotline for Veterans. 800-273-TALK (Press 1 ). Will be routed to the Veterans Suicide Prevention Hotline. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Veterans Health Administration (VHA) has founded a national suicide prevention hotline to ensure veterans in emotional crisis are able to chat with a crisis counselor and get help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Suicide Prevention Lifeline. 800-273-TALK (8255), 800-799-4TTY (4889), 24-hours service nationwide. Available to anyone in suicidal crisis; call for yourself or anyone you care about. Sunburst Mental Health Services. 883-4061, 203 Main Street, Polson, MT 59860. Includes a range of services to support children, adults and families with their mental health needs. DISABILITY/SELF SUFFICIENCY RESOURCES ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) Assessments. 257-0048, 800-995-0029, Summit Independent Living Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 35, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 800-949-4232 (Voice/TTY), DBTach Rocky Mountain ADA Center, 3630 Sinton Road #103, Colorado Springs, CO 80907. Provides information on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to individuals and organizations. Adult Protective Services (APS). 883-7841, 830½ Shoreline Drive, Polson, MT 59860. An agency given authority by the Montana legislature to investigate reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of individuals over 60 years of age or developmentally disabled adults over 18 years of age. In instances of imminent danger to the individual, APS may remove the individual from danger and arrange for a safe, temporary living situation. The Polson office serves Lake County. Association for the Blind. 442-2218, Montana Shares, 825 Helena Avenue, P.O. Box 883, Helena, MT 59624. Support for low-vision and blind persons. Reach the Polson Chapter at 883-2965. Blind and Low Vision Services. 888-279-7528, 406-329-5400 Voice/TTY, 2675 Palmer Street, Suite A, Missoula, MT 59808. 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. Brain Injury Alliance of Montana. 800-241-6442 (Montana Only), 406-541-6442 (Office), 1280 South Third Street West, Suite 4, Missoula, MT 59801. Is committed to help create a better future through brain injury prevention, research, education, and advocacy. Has a Brain Injury Help Line (800-241-6442), support groups, and a Speaker s Bureau. Brain Injury Support Group. 406-544-6629. Meets at the Clark Fork City Church, 2811 Latimer Street, Missoula, MT 59808. Associated with the Brain Injury Alliance of Montana. BRC Services. 249-4966, 150 River Road, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. 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. Disability Awareness Training. 676-0190, Summit Independent Living Center, 111 Second Avenue South West, Ronan, MT 59864. Educational presentations on a variety of disability subjects presented by individuals with disabilities themselves. Disability Benefits Advising. 676-0190, Summit Independent Living Center, 111 Second Avenue South West, Ronan, MT 59864. Assistance in applying for, understanding, and managing disability benefits. Staff members can assist in negotiating the application process with minimal hassle.
50 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition Disability Peer Advocacy Group. 676-0190, Summit Independent Living Center, 111 Second Avenue South West, Ronan, MT 59864. Individuals with disabilities are matched one-on-one with a peer advocate who has a similar disability for mentoring and support. Disability Personal Assistance. 676-0190, Summit Independent Living Center, 111 Second Avenue South West, Ronan, MT 59864. Helps clients hire, fire and supervise their own personal care assistant to help them with activities of daily living. Handles payroll, withholdings, workers compensation and unemployment insurance for the personal care assistant. Fishing Without Barriers. 752-5501, Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks, 490 North Meridian Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. An annual event held each June on Flathead Lake. Anglers with disabilities are provided free fishing trips aboard charter boats and volunteer boats, from 9 am to Noon, followed by a barbecue and fish fry. Sponsored by the Crossing the Barrier Committee of Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks and the Montana Charter Boat Association. Helping Hands Fund. 883-8256, Grandview Clinic, 14th Avenue and Main Street, P.O. Box 1094, Polson, MT 59860. (Located next to St. Joseph Medical Center.) Emergency needs program for anyone in Lake County. Services include emergency needs for food, lodging, rent, medication, utilities, bus tickets, and gasoline. Receives support from the Polson Ministerial Association. Home & Community Based Services. 752-0580, 1825 Highway 93 South, Suite F, Kalispell, MT 59901. This Medicaid Waiver program addresses the needs of Medicaid eligible Montanans who need assistance/support to meet ongoing health needs by developing/managing home based care. Service by Benefis Spectrum Medical, an affiliate of Benefis Health System in Great Falls, MT. Serves Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Independent Living Skills Training. 676-0190, Summit Independent Living Center, 111 Second Avenue South West, Ronan, MT 59864. Clients develop knowledge, skill and/or experience during oneon-one or group workshops in topics such as self-esteem, disability adjustment, self advocacy, ADA, time management, money management, and more. Medical Equipment Loan Service. 883-2821, 883-2917, VFW Post #2986, 423 Main Street, Polson, MT 59860. Provides all kinds of medical equipment to veterans and the public, ranging from hospital beds to canes. Mental Health Crisis Line. 406-532-9170. 24-hour crisis intervention and assessment services for any person experiencing a mental health crisis. Mission Mountain Enterprises (MME). 676-2563, 330 Main Street South West, Ronan, MT 59864. MME provides residential services, community and organizational employment and personal & social services for people with developmental disabilities. MonTECH. 800-732-0323, 406-243-5751, 700 South West Higgins Avenue, Suite 250, Missoula, MT 59812. Comprehensive resource center for Assistive Technology (AT) devices, information, training, evaluations, and other AT related supports. Assistive Technology products help people with disabilities accomplish daily living tasks and assist them in communication, education, work or recreation activities. Ninth Avenue Group Home. 883-6770, 676-2563 (Administration), 408 Ninth Avenue West, Polson, MT 59860. Mailing Address: Mission Mountain Enterprises, 330 Main Street South West, Ronan, MT 59864. Alternative living for adults with developmental disabilities to live in a more independent setting. Older Blind Program. 888-279-7528, 406-329-5400 (Voice/TTY), Missoula Blind and Low Vision Services Team, 2675 Palmer, Suite A, Missoula, MT 59801. Includes vision evaluations, purchase of adaptive aids, daily living skills training, orientation and mobility training, referral to other agencies (referrals or information about other programs). Opportunity Resources. 883-3527, 410 First Street East, Suite 12, Polson, MT 59860. Provides a wide array of supports for adults with disabilities, including assistance with housing, transportation, recreation and jobs. Radio Reading Service. 406-721-1998, 800-942-7323, Montana Audio Information Network, 337 Stephens Avenue, P.O. Box 4126, Missoula, MT 59806. A 24-hour state-wide reading service which provides newspapers and other local publications in audio format to blind, low-vision and physically printimpaired individuals. Special Olympics Montana. 800-242-6876, P.O. Box 3507, Great Falls, MT 59403. Recreational events for persons with developmental disabilities. Summit Independent Living Center. 676-0190, 866-230-6936, 111 Second Avenue South West, Ronan, MT 59864. A non-profit that serves people with mobility, neurological, hearing, visual, and other disabilities by providing them with consumer and advocacy services to improve their lives. The Ronan office serves Lake and Sanders counties. FOOD PROGRAMS Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CFSP). 676-2367 for all Lake County locations, namely, Arlee, Charlo, Elmo, Polson, Ronan, and St. Ignatius. Funded by the US Department of Agriculture and sponsored by Western Montana Area VI Agency on Aging. Local organizations under contract determine eligibility and distribute foods. Congregate & Home Delivered Meals. 883-7284, 800-551-3191, Area VI Agency on Aging, 110 Main Street, Suite 5, Polson, MT 59860. These programs, partially funded by the Federal Older Americans Act, provide opportunity for hot meals within a congregate dining room or home delivered for those who are homebound. Farmers Markets: Arlee. 726-5550, Jocko Valley Farmers Market, P.O. Box 452, Arlee, MT 59821. Held 4-7 pm, Wednesdays, June - October in the parking lot of the Hangin Art Gallery located on High way 93 North in downtown Arlee, MT 59821. Polson. 675-0177, 883-5969 (Chamber of Commerce), Polson Farmers Market, Mailing address: 56819 Highway 212, Charlo, MT 59824. Held 9 am - 1 pm, Fridays, May - Mid-October on Third Avenue West, between Main Street and First Street West in Polson, MT 59860. Marion Finley Food Pantries: Polson. 883-6864, Polson Loaves & Fish Food Pantry, 10 Eighth Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. Open Tuesdays and Fridays, 10 am - 2 pm, Saturdays, 9 am - Noon. Ronan. 676-4357, The Bread Basket, 10 Sixth Avenue South West, P.O. Box 346, Ronan, MT 59864. Open Tuesdays and Fridays, 10 am - 2 pm. St. Ignatius. 745-5484, Mission Valley Food Pantry, 203 Blaine Street, P.O. Box 644, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. Open Tuesdays and Fridays, 10 am - 2 pm. WIC (Women, Infant & Child) Nutritional Program. Supplemental nutrition program for women, infants and children. Provides valuable nutrition information, breast feeding support, health care referrals, and nutritious foods. Arlee. 745-3525, Confederated Salish-Kootenai Tribes, 71972 Bitterroot Jim Road, Arlee, MT 59821. Polson. 883-7307, Lake County Public Health Department, 802 Main Street Suite B, Polson, MT 59860. Ronan. 745-3525, Confederated Salish-Kootenai Tribes, 35840 Round Butte Road, Ronan, MT 59863. St. Ignatius. 745-3525, Confederated Salish-Kootenai Tribes, 308 Mission Drive, P.O. Box 880, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. HOUSING & SHELTER RESOURCES Cherry Hill Village. 883-3978, 400 Cherry Hill Court, Polson, MT 59860. Subsidized housing for persons 62 years of age and older or disabled. Lake County Community Housing Development. 676-5900, 21 Second Avenue South West, P.O. Box 146, Ronan, MT 59864. Housing assistance programs for low to moderate income families are provided by the City of Ronan Housing Authority and the Lake County Community Housing Organization. Manages Maxwell Apartments in Ronan & St Ignatius, Boettcher Terrace Apartments in Polson, and Sparrow Lane Housing in Pablo. Lakeview Village Apartment Community. 883-2222, 50262 Highway 93, Polson, MT 59860. Subsidized housing for seniors and disabled. Subsidized by HUD. Montana Board of Housing. 800-751-6264, 406-841-2840, 301 South Park Avenue, Room 240, P.O. Box 200528, Helena MT 59620. The Board s public purpose is to provide decent, safe, sanitary and affordable housing for lower income individuals and families in Montana. Montana Fair Housing. 800-929-2611, 406-542-2611, 2522 South Third Street West, Missoula, MT 59804. 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. Sunny Slope Vista Apartments. 883-0950, 820 11th Street East, Polson, MT 59860. Subsidized housing for seniors and disabled. PROGRAMS FOR SPECIFIC TARGET GROUPS: CHILD/YOUTH RESOURCES 4-H. 676-4271, 300 Third Avenue North West, Ronan, MT 59864. Provides 4-H youth education through project work and school enhancement programming. Acadia Montana. 800-477-1067, 55 Basin Creek Road, Butte, MT 59701. Residential treatment center for children and adolescents ages 8-18 who have behavioral and emotional issues. Alateen. 214-6470, 3815 South Seventh Street, Missoula, MT 59801. Alateen is a support program for teenagers that helps with recovery form the effects of living with the problem drinking of a relative or friend. Includes teens from Hot Springs, Noxon, Polson, Ronan, and St. Ignatius. Meetings are Wednesdays, 7 pm, at Teen Challenge Facility, 3815 South Seventh Street, in Missoula. Boy Scouts of America. 751-8760, 1203 Highway 2 West, Unit 29, P.O. Box 1972, Kalispell, MT 59903. Scouting s purpose is to build young men of character who understand their duty to God, family, country, and self. These young men are put in tough situations that require decision-making, leadership, teamwork, commitment and follow-through. Merit badges, camping, uniforms, patrols, youth leadership and other visible elements are what we all associate with Scouting. Scouting is not a camping program! Serves Flathead, Lake, Lincoln and Sanders counties. Boys & Girls Club of the Flathead Reservation & Lake County. 676-5437, 63055 Highway 93 North, P.O. Box 334, Ronan, MT 59864. CASA Of Lake County (Court Appointed Special Advocates). 883-0158, 701 First Street East, P.O. Box 511, Polson, MT 59860. Program consists of volunteer court appointed special advocates, or Guardians ad Litem, who are specially trained to protect the interests of abused and neglected children involved in judicial proceedings. Child Safety Seat Check-Up. 883-7341, Lake County Buckle Up Coalition, 802 Main Street, Polson, MT 59860. Technicians are available to provide on-site child safety seat inspections, by appointment only, from 8 am - 5 pm at the Lake County Public Health Department, 802 Main Street, in Polson. Children s Rights Montana. 406-647-9906, 227 Jim Street, Billings, MT 59101. Offers free referrals to help stop child abuse in Montana. Cannot appoint legal counsel or give legal advice but can give phone numbers, addresses and, if available, directions to helpful organizations in your area. Helps give the necessary tools to enable making the right decision(s) to protect children and parental rights. Children s Special Health Services (CSHS). 800-762-9891 (parent toll free number), P.O. Box 202951, Helena, MT 59620. 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. Club Z - Affordable Home Tutoring Services. 756-2223. Provides professional one-on-one tutoring in the student s home. All tutors are certified teachers or degreed professionals with a passion for teaching. Tutoring services are available in these Lake County communities: Big Arm, Charlo, Elmo, Polson, Proctor, Rollins, Ronan, and Saint Ignatius. Services are also available in Flathead, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Assisted Living Center and Day Care One low price for all services All rooms are Medicaid waiver eligible 606 2nd Ave West Kalispell, MT 59901 406-257-8375 or 752-6885 The KEY to adult care in a home environment
Early Childhood Services. 676-4509, 35840 Round Butte Road, Ronan, MT 59864. Head Start/ Early Head Start & Parent/Infant Program. Classrooms in Arlee, Elmo, Pablo, Polson, Ronan, and St. Ignatius. Funded by the American Indian Programs Branch of the Head Start Bureau. Foster Grandparent Program. 883-7284, 800-551-3191, Area VI Agency on Aging, 110 Main Street, Suite 5, Polson, MT 59860. Provides volunteer opportunities for senior citizens age 55 or older to help today s children realize their full potential. Friends Forever Mentoring of Lake County and the Flathead Reservation. 883-2150, 49518 Highway 93 North, Suite 1, Polson, MT 59860. Matches at-risk youth with a responsible, screened, and trained volunteer for the purpose of one-on-one supportive friendship and mentoring. For youth aged 6-18. Formerly named Big Brothers Big Sisters. Girl Scouts of Montana and Wyoming. 800-736-5243 Ext 2304, 1203 Highway 2 west, Unit 28, Kalispell, MT 59901. Leadership building programs are focused on three main areas: healthy living, financial literacy, and S.T.E.M (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) for younger girls; the BFF and bullying (Be a Friend First) program for middle school girls; and financial literacy, which is our cookie program. Lake County Coalition for Kids, Inc. 883-7316, 325 Main Street, Polson, MT 59860. Works toward a reservation-wide community that is spiritually, mentally, physically, and socially healthy; one that nurtures and provides safe places for children to live and grow, and a place where cultural diversity is respected. Montana Youth ChalleNGe Academy (MYCA). 877-FOR-MYCP (877-367-6927), 790 East Cornell Street, Dillon, MT 59725. Assists at-risk Montana youth in developing skills and abilities necessary to become productive citizens. Focus is on their physical, emotional, and educational needs for 22 weeks in a highly structured environment and followed by a 12-month community-based mentoring program. MYCA is part of the National Guard Youth ChallenNGe Program. Runaway Switchboard (Hotline). 800-RUNAWAY (800-786-2929), National Runaway Switchboard. Call if you are a teenager who is thinking of running from home, if you have a friend who has run and is looking for help, or if you are a runaway ready to go home through our Home Free program. Call if you are a teacher looking for information to pass along to your students about alternatives to running from home. Call if you care about a youth and want information on how you can help someone who may be at risk of running from home. Second Circle Lodge. 676-5737, 10 Second Circle North East, P.O. Box 1, Ronan, MT 59864. Adolescent group home that houses youth ages 10-17 that have been abused, neglected or are delinquent. WIC (Women, Infant & Child) Nutritional Program. Supplemental nutrition program for women, infants and children. Provides valuable nutrition information, breast feeding support, health care referrals, and nutritious foods. Eligibility is based on both nutritional need and income status. Arlee. 745-3525, Confederated Salish-Kootenai Tribes, 71972 Bitterroot Jim Road, Arlee, MT 59821. Polson. 883-7307, Lake County Public Health Department, 802 Main Street Suite B, Polson, MT 59860. Ronan. 745-3525, Confederated Salish-Kootenai Tribes, 35840 Round Butte Road, Ronan, MT 59863. St. Ignatius. 745-3525, Confederated Salish-Kootenai Tribes, 308 Mission Drive, P.O. Box 880, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. FAMILY RESOURCES AARP Tax-Aide Program. 888-227-7669. Assists lower income individuals/families and seniors with tax services and ensures they receive applicable tax credits and deductions. Tax-Aide offices are set up beginning in February of each year with local locations in Polson (883-4735), Ronan (676-2371), and St. Ignatius (745-4462). Appointments are required. Buckle Up Montana. 883-7341, Lake County Buckle Up Coalition, 802 Main Street, Polson, MT 59860. The Coalition works to reduce motor vehicle crash injuries and fatalities due to misuse of occupant restraints in Lake County. Programs are: Child passenger safety; Public Education Events; and Increasing the use of seat belts. A program of the Montana Department of Transportation and available through the Lake County Public Health Department. Child & Adult Care Food Program (CACFP). 756-1414, 800-204-0644, The Nurturing Center, 146 Third Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. The Center sponsors this program in Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. It is a federal program that provides funding for nutritious meals and snacks to children while they are in registered child care. Child & Family Services. 883-7843, 830½ Shoreline Drive, Polson, MT 59860. Protects children who have been or are at substantial risk of abuse, neglect or abandonment. Mission is to keep children safe and families strong. A division of Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services. Child Abuse/Neglect Hotline. 866-820-5437 (Free/24 Hours/7 Days), 866-341-8811 (TTY-Hearing Impaired). Montana Child & Family Services Division. Investigation and protective services for suspected child abuse and neglect cases. Child Safety Seat Check-Up. 883-7341, Lake County Buckle Up Coalition, 802 Main Street, Polson, MT 59860. Technicians are available to provide on-site child safety seat inspections, by appointment only, from 8 am - 5 pm at the Lake County Health Department, 802 Main Street, in Polson. Child Support Enforcement Program. 800-346-5437 (Hotline), 406-329-7910, 2675 Palmer Street, Suite C, Missoula, MT 59808. State agency that assists single parents in securing child support from the absentee parent. Establishes paternity and support orders. Covers Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, Sanders and other counties. Communicable Disease. 883-7288, 888-445-3269, Lake County Public Health Department, 802 Main Street, Suite A, Polson, MT 59860. Services include immunizations, screening and treatment for Sexually Transmitted Diseases; HIV testing, counseling and referral; Tuberculosis testing and treatment; and general communicable disease monitoring. Family Concepts. 883-4060, 203 Main Street, Polson, MT 59860. Nurtures positive parenting in a physically safe and emotionally healthy environment. Strengthens families by utilizing professional training, education, and community resources to achieve and maintain permanent, loving homes for children. Family Group Connection. 883-7373, Lake County Public Health Department, 802 Main Street, Polson, MT 59860. A group of families and friends who meet once a month. Topics are decided by the group. The group also helps provide snacks if desired. Family Planning. 883-7288, 888-445-3269, Lake County Public Health Department, 802 Main Street, Suite A, Polson, MT, 59860. Provides affordable, confidential, quality reproductive health services including: Birth control consultations and prescriptions; STI/STD (Sexually Transmitted Infection/Disease) consultations, testing and treatment; Pregnancy; Women s Health; and Men s Health. Head Start / Early Start Centers: 676-4509, Early Childhood Services (ECS), 35840 Round Butte Road, Ronan, MT 59855. Mailing Address: P.O. Box 278, Pablo, MT 59855. Programs serve Lake County and the Flathead Reservation; applications are available. Arlee Head Start. 726-3273, 72691 Lumpry Road, Arlee, MT 59821. Elmo Head Start. 849-5295, 26382 Missoula Avenue, Elmo, MT 59915. Pablo Fifth Avenue Head Start / Daycare. 275-2777, 675-2700 Ext. 1215, Second Fifth Avenue East, Pablo, MT 59855. Pablo Head Start. 675-0053, 675-0058, 35639 Stanger Loop, Pablo, MT 59855. Polson Head Start. 883-5451, 883-6451, 301 Eighth Avenue West, Polson, MT 59860. Ronan Head Start. 676-8391, 30 Second Circle North East, Ronan, MT 59864. St. Ignatius Early Start. 745-2112, 307 Old Highway 93 South, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. St. Ignatius Head Start. 745-4483, 745-4485, 28 Toweepah Lane, St Ignatius, MT 59865. The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition 51 Home Visiting. 883-7288, 888-445-3269, Lake County Public Health Department, 802 Main Street, Polson, MT 59860. Services are provided to families or caregivers, children in need of services due to health or developmental concerns, and helps to establish and maintain a supportive environment. When visits are in the home, the home visitor can help clients by pointing out ways they can use their environment for their own and their children s benefit. Immunizations. 883-7288, Lake County Public Health Department, 802 Main Street, Suite A, Polson, MT 59860. A Walk-In Immunization Clinic is available for children and adults every Tuesday afternoon from 1 4 pm, or by appointment. (Public Health services are offered to ALL Lake County residents.) While the Health Department does offer shots for travel to other countries, it recommends Travel Clinic services at the Flathead City-County Health Department (406-751-8110) or the Missoula City-County Health Department (406-258-4745). Ronald McDonald House Charity: Aids families whose children are facing life-threatening injury or illness. The Ronald McDonald Houses let families stay close by and visit their children easily. Ronald McDonald Family Rooms provide a place for families to rest and regroup. Kalispell. 752-5111, Ronald McDonald Room, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Opened in 2013 and is initially available for day use, 7 a.m to 7 p.m. Located in Kalispell Regional Medical Center (KRMC) near the Birthing Center. It provides a convenient spot for parents with infants in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit or with children in other pediatric service areas. Anyone with a child under 21 who is receiving long-term treatment at KRMC is welcome to apply to use the room. Missoula. Ronald McDonald House, 406-541-7646, 3003 Fort Missoula Road, P.O. Box 1119, Missoula, MT 59804. Located on the campus of Community Medical Center. Spokane. Ronald McDonald House, 509-624-0500, 1015 West Fifth Avenue, Spokane, WA 99204. Located near the major medical centers in Spokane. Tobacco Prevention Program. 883-7341, Lake County Public Health Department, 802 Main Street, Polson, MT 59860. Focus and activities are centered around four main goals: To build the capacity of the tobacco use prevention community; or, to increase the number of organizations and individuals involved in tobacco prevention efforts; 1) To prevent the initiation of tobacco use among young people; 2) To promote quitting among all age groups; and 3) To eliminate exposure to second hand smoke (SHS). WIC (Women, Infant & Child) Nutritional Program. Supplemental nutrition program for women, infants and children. Provides valuable nutrition information, breast feeding support, health care referrals, and nutritious foods. Eligibility is based on both nutritional need and income status. Arlee. 745-3525, Confederated Salish-Kootenai Tribes, 71972 Bitterroot Jim Road, Arlee, MT 59821. Polson. 883-7307, Lake County Public Health Department, 802 Main Street Suite B, Polson, MT 59860. Ronan. 745-3525, Confederated Salish-Kootenai Tribes, 35840 Round Butte Road, Ronan, MT 59863. St. Ignatius. 745-3525, Confederated Salish-Kootenai Tribes, 308 Mission Drive, P.O. Box 880, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. SENIOR CITIZEN RESOURCES AARP Driver Safety Education Class. 883-4735, 504 Third Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. Taught by AARP volunteers. The class reviews basic driving skills and safety precautions. Completing the class can reduce insurance premiums for drivers age 50 and over. Pre-registration is required. Classes are held from 9 am - 1 pm and generally on Tuesdays and Saturdays with some exceptions. AARP Tax-Aide Program. 888-227-7669. Assists lower income individuals/families and seniors with tax services and ensures they receive applicable tax credits and deductions. Tax-Aide offices are set up beginning in February of each year with local locations in Polson (883-4735), Ronan (676-2371), and St. Ignatius (745-4462). Appointments are required. Adult Protective Services (APS). 883-7841, 830½ Shoreline Drive, Polson, MT 59860. An agency given authority by the Montana legislature to investigate reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of individuals over 60 years of age or developmentally disabled adults over 18 years of age. In instances of imminent danger to the individual, APS may remove the individual from danger and arrange for a safe, temporary living situation. The Polson office serves Lake County. Alzheimer s Association - Montana Chapter. 800-272-3900 (National Helpline), 406-252-3053, 3010 Eleventh Avenue North, Billings, MT 59101. Helpline available 24 hours a day / 7 days a week. Information, referral, and support. Area VI Agency on Aging. 883-7284, 800-551-3191, 110 Main Street, Suite 5, Polson, MT 59860. Services: Congregate & Home Delivered Meals, Foster Grandparent Program, Information & Assistance Program, Long Term Care Ombudsman Services, RSVP (Retired and Senior Volunteer Program), and SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program). The Agency also sponsors the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CFSP) funded by the USDA. Buckle Up Montana. 883-7341, Lake County Buckle Up Coalition, 802 Main Street, Polson, MT 59860. The Coalition works to reduce motor vehicle crash injuries and fatalities due to misuse of occupant restraints in Lake County. Programs are: Child passenger safety; Public Education Events; and Increasing the use of seat belts. A program of the Montana Department of Transportation and available through the Lake County Public Health Department. Congregate & Home Delivered Meals. 883-7284, 800-551-3191, Area VI Agency on Aging, 110 Main Street, Suite 5, Polson, MT 59860. These programs, partially funded by the Federal Older Americans Act, provide opportunity for hot meals within a congregate dining room or home delivered for those who are homebound. Elder Abuse Hotline. 800-551-3191, Senior and Long Term Care Division, Montana DPHHS. Elder Abuse Prevention. 877-327-7886, 406-327-7886, Western Montana Chapter for the Prevention of Elder Abuse, 2681 Palmer Street, Suite K, Missoula, MT 59808. Dedicated to promoting community action against the abuse of vulnerable adults. Programs available to those in need are: Guardianship Program, Conservatorship Program, Representative Payee Trustee Program, and Prevention of Financial Abuse Program. Elder Care Locator Service. 800-677-1116. Designed to help older adults and their families and caregivers find their way through the maze of services for seniors by identifying trustworthy local support resources. The Eldercare Locator is administered in partnership with the National Association of Area Agencies on Aging. Experience Works, Inc. 406-543-2300, 3700 South Russell Street, Missoula, MT 59801. A government funded, charitable, community-based organization that helps older adults get the training they need to find good jobs in their communities. Foster Grandparent Program. 883-7284, 800-551-3191, Area VI Agency on Aging, 110 Main Street, Suite 5, Polson, MT 59860. Provides volunteer opportunities for senior citizens age 55 or older to help today s children realize their full potential. Hearing Center. 528-5234, St. Luke Community Healthcare, 107 Sixth Avenue South West, Ronan, 59864. Offers professional, full-service diagnostic testing by a certified audiologist. Helping Hands Fund. 883-8256, Grandview Clinic, 14th Avenue and Main Street, P.O. Box 1094, Polson, MT 59860. (Located next to St. Joseph Medical Center.) Emergency needs program for anyone in Lake County. Services include emergency needs for food, lodging, rent, medication, utilities, bus tickets, and gasoline. Receives support from the Polson Ministerial Association. Home & Community Based Services. 752-0580, 1825 Highway 93 South, Suite F, Kalispell, MT 59901. This Medicaid Waiver program addresses the needs of Medicaid eligible Montanans who need assistance/support to meet ongoing health needs by developing/managing home based care. Service by Benefis Spectrum Medical, an affiliate of Benefis Health System in Great Falls, MT. Serves Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties.
52 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition Information & Assistance Program. 883-7284, 800-551-3191, Area VI Aging on Aging, 110 Main Street, Suite 5, Polson, MT 59860. Links people age 60 and older who are in need with appropriate services such as Social and Health Services, Medicare assistance, Legal services (questions), Utilities assistance, Meal services, In-home services, Transportation, Caregiving options, Volunteering opportunities, and more. Lake County Council on Aging. 676-2367, 528 Main Street South West, Ronan, MT 59864. The Council on Aging is under the umbrella of the Area VI Agency on Aging (AOA). Whereas the AOA deals with meals on wheels, commodities, Medicare and Medicaid issues, the Council on Aging acts as a resource center (for people aged 62 and older) that gives hands-on assistance in: respite for caregivers, homemaker services, rides to the grocery store or to doctor appointments, and more. Lake County Community Housing Development. 676-5900, 21 Second Avenue South West, P.O. Box 146, Ronan, MT 59864. Housing assistance programs for low to moderate income families are provided by the City of Ronan Housing Authority and the Lake County Community Housing Organization. Manages Maxwell Apartments in Ronan & St Ignatius, Boettcher Terrace Apartments in Polson, and Sparrow Lane Housing in Pablo. Meals on Wheels. 883-4735, Polson Area Senior Citizens Center, 504 Third Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. Also offers home-delivered meals to the homebound. Medical Transportation (Bus or Medi-Car). 676-2368, Lake County Council on Aging, 528 Main Street South West, Ronan, MT 59864. Medicare. 800-633-4227, 877-486-2048 TTY. Medicare information, ordering Medicare booklets, and information about health plans available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Handles questions about the Original Medicare Plan and provides up-to-date information regarding the health plans available in your area. Montana SMP (Senior Medicare Patrol). 883-7284, 800-551-3191. A statewide program where peer volunteers give public presentations or provide one-on-one assistance to educate Medicare consumers in the areas of waste, fraud and abuse. Ombudsman Services. 883-7284, 800-551-3191, Area VI Agency on Aging, 110 Main Street, Suite 5, Polson, MT 59860. 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. Polson Senior Citizens Bus. 883-4735, Polson Area Senior Center, 504 Third Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. For older adults who need special accommodations and have no means of transportation for medical appointments, shopping, banking, social events, etc. Service from 9 am - 3 pm, Monday - Friday. Reverse Annuity Mortgage Loan Program (RAM). 800-761-6264, Montana Department of Commerce, 301 South Park Avenue, Room 240, P.O. Box 200528, Helena, MT 59520. Enables senior Montana homeowners, age 68 or older, to have the ability to borrow the equity in their homes and benefit from the additional income. RSVP Volunteer Center. 883-7284, 800-266-4188, Area VI Agency on Aging, 110 Main Street, Suite 5, Polson, MT 59860. RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) provides opportunities for seniors to serve in a diverse range of nonprofit organizations, public agencies, and faith-based organizations where they engage in activities that benefit the community. Senior Citizen Centers: Arlee. 726-3213, 34532 Wessinger Street, P.O. Box 392, Arlee, MT 59821. (Non-Tribal) Arlee. 675-2700 Ext 1063, 261-6839, Tribal Senior Center, 11 Bitterroot Jim Road, Arlee, MT 59821. Open to all seniors. Charlo-Moiese. 644-2531, 356686 Highway 212, P.O. Box 1, Charlo, MT 59824. Elmo. 849-5055. Polson. 883-4735, Polson Area Senior Center, 504 Third Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. Polson. 883-6877, Flathead Lake Tribal Senior Center (Tribal), 701 First Street East, Polson, MT 59860. Ronan. 676-5495, Tribal Senior Center, 35808 Terrace Lake Road, Ronan, MT 59864. Ronan. 676-2371, Mission Valley Senior Center, 528 Main Street South West, Ronan, MT 59864. St. Ignatius. 745-4240, Salish Senior Center, 280 Mission Drive, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. Mailing Address: P.O. Box 278, Pablo, MT 59855. St. Ignatius. 745-4462, 212 North Main Street, P.O. Box 758, St Ignatius, MT 59865. SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program). 883-7284, 800-551-3191, Area VI Agency on Aging, 110 Main Street, Suite 5, Polson, MT 59860. Free health benefits counseling service for Medicare beneficiaries and their families or caregivers. Social Security Administration. 800-772-1213 (National). Local offices process applications for Social Security, retirement and disability, Medicare, survivors and dependants, Supplemental Security Income. Handles questions concerning benefit checks, Social Security numbers and Social Security Cards. Kalispell. 755-1015, 275 Corporate Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Kalispell office serves Lake County residents having ZIP Codes beginning with 599. Missoula. 866-931-9029, 3701 American Way, Missoula, MT 59808. Missoula office serves Lake County residents having ZIP Codes beginning with 598. THRIFT STORES & RESALE SHOPS Country Store. 883-3033, 314 Main, Polson, MT 59860. Discount clothing. Operated by local churches; proceeds support community service organizations. Hours: 10 am - 4 pm, Monday - Friday. Folkshop. 745-2333, 213 North Main Street, P.O. Box 787, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. A non-profit thrift store that employs disabled persons in real, meaningful jobs while serving needs of the community. Hours: 10 am - 5 pm, Monday - Saturday. Nifty Thrifty. 883-3443, 417 Main Street, Polson, MT 59860. Mailing Address: Mission Mountain Enterprises, 330 Main Street South West, Ronan, MT 59864. Thrift store and vocational training site. Hours: 9 am - 6 pm, Monday - Friday; 9 am - 5 pm, Saturday. Seconds 2 Go. 883-8127, 51110 Highway 93 South, Polson, MT 59860. Proceeds benefit Mission Valley Animal Shelter. Hours: 10 am - 4 pm, Tuesday - Saturday. Donations accepted 10 am - 3 pm, Tuesday - Saturday. Twice But Nice. 676-2727, 229 Main Street South West, Ronan, MT 59864. Mailing Address: Mission Mountain Enterprises, 330 Main Street South West, Ronan, MT 59864. Hours: 9 am - 6 pm, Monday - Friday; 9 am - 5 pm, Saturday. Value Center (Salvation Army Thrift Store). 883-2583, 201 Second Street East, Polson, MT 59860. Hours: 9:30 am - 5:30 pm, Monday - Saturday. MEDIA RESOURCES Anderson Broadcasting. 883-5255, 36581 North Reservoir Road, Polson, MT 59860. 257-9430, 120 Third Street East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Radio stations: KIBG, KERR, KQRK, KKMT, KQJZ, KZIZ, KZXT. Char-Koosta News. 275-2830, P.O. Box 98, Pablo, MT 59855. Official newspaper of the Salish and Kootenai Tribes (CSKT). KERR - AM Country. 883-5255, 36581 North Reservoir Road, Polson, MT 59860. KIBG - Big 100. KKMT - Star 99. KQ92 FM. 675-9200, 36581 North Reservoir Road, Pablo, MT 59855. KQ JZ - The Lounge. KQRK - Q Country. 883-9200, 883-9230 (Request Line), 36581 North Reservoir Road, Polson, MT 59860. KZIZ - The River. KZXT - Z93. Lake County Leader/Advertiser. 883-4343, 49488 Highway 93, P.O. Box 1090, Polson, MT 59860. Lively Times. 644-2910, 33651 Eagle Pass Trail, Charlo, MT 59824. Valley Journal. 676-8989, 331 Main Street South West, Suite A, Ronan, MT 59864. SCHOOLS Lake County Superintendent of Schools. 883-7262, 106 Fourth Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. Polson Dollars for Scholars. 675-5538, P.O. Box 670 Polson, MT 59860. Provides scholarships to graduates of Polson High School. Always accepts donations. Scholarships are awarded to Polson graduating seniors and for continuing education of Polson graduates. School Based Mentoring Program. 883-2150, 49518 Highway 93, Suite 1, Polson, MT 59860. Matches youth in elementary schools with high school students. The high school student meets with the elementary student each week during the school year. They meet during the school day, on school premises, and under the supervision of Friends Forever Mentoring. COLLEGES & POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION Montana Montessori Teacher Training Institute. 755-3824, 5 Park Hill Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Offers teacher certification courses in both Early Childhood (ages 3-6) and Elementary I (ages 6-9). Each course is hands-on and includes a one-year internship. Students earn AMS credentials. Salish Kootenai College. 275-4800, 58138 Highway 93, P.O. Box 70, Pablo, MT 59855. HOME EDUCATORS Flathead Home Educators Association. P.O. Box 7661, Kalispell, MT 59904. Information, news, and encouragement for Flathead Home Educators. Mission Valley Home Educators. 849-5169, 41570 Wilderness Way, Polson, MT 59860. Meetings held monthly during school year. Montana Coalition of Home Educators. P.O. Box 7661, Kalispell, MT 59904. Clearinghouse for information. PRIVATE SCHOOLS Glacier View Christian School. 676-5142, 36332 Mud Creek Lane, Ronan, MT 59864. Grades 1-8. Mission Valley Christian Academy. 883-6858, 38907 Highway 35, P.O. Box 1716, Polson, MT 59860. Grades K-12. NKWUSM (Salish Language Institute). 726-5050, Salish Language Revitalization Institute, 72040 Bitterroot Jim Road, P.O. Box 5, Arlee, MT 59821. Salish Immersion Language School s mission is to recreate a process whereby the language is passed from parent to child as once was common, Grades Pre-K and up. Two Eagle River School. 675-0292, 58020 Highway 93 North, P.O. Box 160, Pablo, MT 59855. PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT OFFICES Arlee School District 8JT. 726-3216 Ext. 2100, 72220 Fyant Street, P.O. Box 37, Arlee, MT 59821. Grades K-12. Charlo School District 7J. 644-2206, 404 First Avenue West, P.O. Box 10, Charlo, MT 59824. Grades K-12. Polson School District 23. 883-6355, 111 Fourth Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. Includes Cherry Valley School, Linderman School, Polson Middle School, and Polson High School. Grades PK-12. Ronan School District 30. 676-3390 Ext. 3200, 421 Andrew North West, Ronan, MT 59864. Includes K William Harvey Elementary, Ronan Middle School, and Ronan High School in Ronan; and Pablo Elementary School in Pablo. Grades K-12. St. Ignatius School District 28. 745-3811 Ext. 260, P.O. Box 1540, St Ignatius, MT 59865. Grades K-12. Small Rural Schools. 883,7262, Lake County Superintendent of Schools. Supervises Dayton (Upper West Shore) Elementary, Salmon Prairie Elementary, and Valley View Elementary. These schools have less than 150 students and are not under the supervision of a district superintendent or principal. PUBLIC SCHOOLS Arlee Schools. 726-3216, 72220 Fyant Street, Arlee, MT 59821. Grades K-12 in School District 8JT. Charlo Schools. 644-2206, 404 First Avenue West, P.O. Box 10, Charlo, MT 59824. Grades K-12 in School District 7J. Cherry Valley Elementary School. 883-6333, Mailing Address: 117 Fourth Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. Grades PK-1 in School District 23 (Polson). K William Harvey Elementary School. 676-3390 Ext. 3300, 221 Fourth Avenue North West, Ronan, MT 59864. Mailing address: 421 Andrew Street North West, Ronan, MT 59864. Grades K-4 in School District 30 (Ronan). Linderman Elementary School. 883-6229, 312 Fourth Avenue East, Mailing Address: 111 Fourth Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. Grades 2-4 in District 23 (Polson). Pablo Elementary School. 676-3390 Ext 3700, 42080 Fourth Avenue East, Ronan, MT 59864. Mailing address: 421 Andrew Street North West, Ronan, MT 59864. Grades K-4 in School District 30 (Ronan). Polson Middle School. 883-6335, 1602 Second Street West, Mailing Address: 111 Fourth Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. Grades 5-8 in School District 23. Polson High School. 883-6351, 1712 Second Street West, Mailing Address: 111 Fourth Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. Grades 9-12 in School District 23. Ronan Middle School. 676-3390 Ext 3400, 35885 Round Butte Road, Ronan, MT 59864. Mailing address: 421 Andrew Street North West, Ronan, MT 59864. Grades 5-8 in School District 30. Ronan High School. 676-3390 Ext 3501, 130 Third Avenue North West, Ronan, MT 59864. Mailing address: 421 Andrew Street North West, Ronan, MT 59864. Grades 9-12 in School District 30. St. Ignatius Elementary School. 745-3811 Ext 302, 300 Blaine Street, P.O. Box 1540, St Ignatius, MT 59865. Grades K-5 in School District 28. St. Ignatius Middle School. 745-3811 Ext 301, 76 Third Avenue, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. Grades 6-8 in School District 28. St. Ignatius High School. 745-3811 Ext 302, 300 Blaine Street, P.O. Box 1540, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. Grades 9-12 in School District 28. TRIBAL RESOURCES FOR ALL LAKE COUNTY RESIDENTS Air Quality Hotline. 406-675-2700, Ext. 7213. Voice concerns or complaints concerning smoke related issues on the Flathead Reservation. Callers can remain anonymous. Fire History Project. 675-2700 Ext 6454, 44592 Old Highway 93, Ronan, MT 59864. Today, as managers attempt to reintroduce fire after more than a century of fire exclusion, the extent to which Native Americans used fire as a land management tool is often left out of the public debate. This project will increase public awareness of and appreciation for the Tribal use of fire as a land management tool and increase the public s acceptance of prescribed fire by producing an integrated set of educational materials focusing on the use of fire by Tribal people and the profound effects that Tribal burning had on plant and animal communities. Fish, Wildlife, Recreation and Conservation Division. 675-2700 Ext. 7200, 883-2888, 406 Sixth Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. Mailing address: P.O. Box 278, Pablo, MT 59855. Protects and enhances the fish, wildlife, and wildland resources of the Tribes for continued use by the generations of today and tomorrow. This is accomplished by monitoring resources, coordinating with Federal, State, and local agencies, crafting and implementing management plans and regulations, and educating users in the wise and ethical use of the resources. Lake County Coalition for Kids, Inc. 883-7316, 325 Main Street, Polson, MT 59860. Works toward a reservation-wide community that is spiritually, mentally, physically, and socially healthy; one that nurtures and provides safe places for children to live and grow, and a place where cultural diversity is respected.
Flathead Reservation Human Rights Coalition, Inc. 824-2821, P.O. Box 111, Ronan, MT 59864. Friends Forever Mentoring of Lake County and the Flathead Reservation. 883-2150, 49518 Highway 93 North, Suite 1, Polson, MT 59860. Matches at-risk youth with a responsible, screened, and trained volunteer for the purpose of one-on-one supportive friendship and mentoring. For youth aged 6-18. Formerly named Big Brothers Big Sisters. Head Start / Early Start Centers: 676-4509, Early Childhood Services (ECS), 35840 Round Butte Road, Ronan, MT 59855. Mailing Address: P.O. Box 278, Pablo, MT 59855. Programs serve Lake County and the Flathead Reservation; applications are available. Arlee Head Start. 726-3273, 72691 Lumpry Road, Arlee, MT 59821. Elmo Head Start. 849-5295, 26382 Missoula Avenue, Elmo, MT 59915. Pablo Fifth Avenue Head Start / Daycare. 275-2777, 675-2700 Ext. 1215, Second Fifth Avenue East, Pablo, MT 59855. Pablo Head Start. 675-0053, 675-0058, 35639 Stanger Loop, Pablo, MT 59855. Polson Head Start. 883-5451, 883-6451, 301 Eighth Avenue West, Polson, MT 59860. Ronan Head Start. 676-8391, 30 Second Circle North East, Ronan, MT 59864. St. Ignatius Early Start. 745-2112, 307 Old Highway 93 South, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. St. Ignatius Head Start. 745-4483, 745-4485, 28 Toweepah Lane, St Ignatius, MT 59865. Indian Youth Camp. 837-6087, 290 Swan Highway, P.O. Box 899, Bigfork, MT 59911. Camp is open to youth from the seven Indian Reservations in Montana and is held at Glacier Bible Camp in Hungry Horse each June. An outreach mission of Bigfork Chapel (Assembly of God). Lower Flathead Valley Community Foundation. 676-4110, P.O. Box 255, Ronan, MT 59864. Purpose is to bring tribal and non-tribal members together to work on projects preserving and conserving the cultural, natural and human resources of the region, with special emphasis on meeting the needs of children. Montana Cancer Screening Program. 751-8162, Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Safe Harbor, Inc. 676-0800 (24 Hour Hotline), 676-9242 (Main Office), P.O. Box 497, Ronan, MT 59864. Crime victim advocate; provides domestic violence education and services such as: Crisis counseling, assistance with orders of protection (restraining orders), support groups, legal and personal advocacy, and information and/or referrals for victims of domestic violence, sexual abuse, and stalking. With help healing begins. Serves Lake County and the Flathead Reservation. CONFEDERATED SALISH & KOOTENAI TRIBES (CSKT) - FLATHEAD RESERVATION Adult Employment Training Opportunities. 675-2700 Ext 6270, Department of Human Resources Development (DHRD), P.O. Box 278, Pablo, MT 59855. This 3-year program is also known as Passages - Responsible Fatherhood/Motherhood Program. It helps parents become more employable. By the end of this 3-year program, participants who have completed requirements, obtained a GED and the skills to be hired by an independent employer will be able to be responsible parents and family providers. Boys & Girls Club of the Flathead Reservation & Lake County. 676-5437, 63055 Highway 93 North, P.O. Box 334, Ronan, MT 59864. Char-Koosta News. 275-2830, 51396 Highway 93 North, P.O. Box 98, Pablo, MT 59855. Official newspaper of the Salish and Kootenai Tribes (CSKT). Community Centers: Central locations for social, cultural, recreational and civic activities that are available to community residents. Elmo. 849-5055, 77339 Highway 93 North, P.O. Box 155, Elmo, MT 59915. St. Ignatius. 745-4242, 332 Mountain View Drive, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. Mailing address: 280 Mission Drive, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. Confederated Salish & Kootenai Tribes. 675-2700, 424887 Complex Blvd, Pablo, MT 59855. CSKT Bureau of Indian Affairs. 675-2700, 42464 Complex Blvd, P.O. Box 40, Pablo, MT 59855. Department of Human Resources Development (DHRD). 275-2720, 675-2700 Ext. 1059, 51383 Highway 93 North, P.O. Box 278, Pablo, MT 59855. Major programs are: Tribal TANF, General Assistance, Tribal Vocational Rehabilitation, LIHEAP (winter heating assistance to low income persons), Childcare Block Grant Program, WIC, Tribal Commodities, Trust Management, Workforce Investment Act Employment and Training Services (WIA), Kerr Elderly, and Even Start Family Literacy Services. Also assists with SNAP (formerly Food Stamps) and Medicaid eligibility services to DHRD eligible clients. Drug Task Force Officers. 676-8212. Flathead Tribal Police Officers respond as part of the North West Drug Task Force which covers a five county area encompassing most of Western Montana. Early Childhood Services. 676-4509, 35840 Round Butte Road, Ronan, MT 59864. Head Start/ Early Head Start & Parent/Infant Program. Classrooms in Arlee, Elmo, Pablo, Polson, Ronan, and St. Ignatius. Programs serve Lake County and the Flathead Reservation. Funded by the American Indian Programs Branch of the Head Start Bureau. Fitness Centers: For Lake County and the Flathead Reservation. Elmo. 849-5616, 77339 Highway 93 North, Elmo, MT 59915. Ronan. 676-0138, 122 Main Street South East, Ronan, MT 59864. Flathead Reservation Extension Office - MSU. 275-2700, P.O. Box 335, Pablo, MT 59855. Head Start / Early Start Centers: 676-4509, Early Childhood Services (ECS), 35840 Round Butte Road, Ronan, MT 59855. Mailing Address: P.O. Box 278, Pablo, MT 59855. Programs serve Lake County and the Flathead Reservation; applications are available. Arlee Head Start. 726-3273, 72691 Lumpry Road, Arlee, MT 59821. Elmo Head Start. 849-5295, 26382 Missoula Avenue, Elmo, MT 59915. Pablo Fifth Avenue Head Start / Daycare. 275-2777, 675-2700 Ext. 1215, Second Fifth Avenue East, Pablo, MT 59855. Pablo Head Start. 675-0053, 675-0058, 35639 Stanger Loop, Pablo, MT 59855. Polson Head Start. 883-5451, 883-6451, 301 Eighth Avenue West, Polson, MT 59860. Ronan Head Start. 676-8391, 30 Second Circle North East, Ronan, MT 59864. St. Ignatius Early Start. 745-2112, 307 Old Highway 93 South, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. St. Ignatius Head Start. 745-4483, 745-4485, 28 Toweepah Lane, St Ignatius, MT 59865. Indian Preference Office. 675-2700, Ext. 1044, 42487 Complex Blvd., P.O. Box 278, Pablo, MT 59855. Assists in recruiting and referring qualified Tribal members to employers who are working on the Flathead Reservation. Kootenai Culture Program. 471-4384, 47020 Cemetery Road, Elmo, MT 59915. Mailing address: P.O. Box 278, Pablo, MT 59855. Seeks to protect, preserve, perpetuate and enhance the language, culture, and traditional lifestyles of the Kootenai people. NKWUSM (Salish School). 726-5050, Salish Language Revitalization Institute, 72040 Bitterroot Jim Road, P.O. Box 5, Arlee, MT 59821. Salish Immersion Language School s mission is to recreate a process whereby the language is passed from parent to child as once was common, Grades Pre-K and up. People s Center. 675-0160, 53253 Highway 93, P.O. Box 278, Pablo, MT 59855. 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. Salish - Pend d Orielle Culture Committee. 745-4572, 81 Blind Barnaby Street, P.O. Box 550, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. Seeks to preserve, protect, and perpetuate living culture and traditional ways of life of the Salish - Pend d Orielle people. Originally called the Flathead Culture Committee. The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition 53 Salish Institiute, The. 406-212-9835, 406-273-1537. Mission is to improve the health, culture, education and environment of the Salish and Pend d Oreille people. Uses human and capital resources to initiate, coordinate, and support activities and programs that promote cultural identity and strengthen tribal communities. Salish Kootenai College. 275-4800, 58138 Highway 93, P.O. Box 70, Pablo, MT 59855. Salish Kootenai Housing Authority. 675-4491, 56243 Highway 93 North, Pablo, MT 59855. Second Circle Lodge. 676-5737, 10 Second Circle North East, Ronan, MT 59864. Adolescent group home that houses youth ages 10-17 that have been abused, neglected or delinquent. Senior Citizen Centers (Tribal): Arlee. 675-2700 Ext 1063, 261-6839, Tribal Senior Center, 11 Bitterroot Jim Road, Arlee, MT 59821. Elmo. 849-5055. Hot Springs (Sanders County). 741-2344, Camas Hot Springs Senior Center, 101 Main Street, Hot Springs, MT 59845. Polson. 883-6877, Flathead Lake Tribal Senior Center, 701 First Street East, Polson, MT 59860. Ronan. 676-5495, Tribal Senior Center, 35808 Terrace Lake Road, Ronan, MT 59864. St. Ignatius. 745-4240, Salish Senior Center, 280 Mission Drive, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. Mailing Address: P.O. Box 278, Pablo, MT 59855. Tribal Behavioral Health Program. 745-3525, Tribal Health & Human Services Department, 308 Mission Drive, P.O. Box 420, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. Chemical dependency and mental health outpatient services. Tribal Education Department. 675-2700 Ext 1073, 51383 Highway 93 North, P.O. Box 278, Pablo, MT 59855. Promotes, supports and respects quality education through Curriculum Development, Higher Education Opportunities, Education Leadership, and Community Empowerment. Also administers the JOM (Johnson O Malley) funds which offers educational dollars to qualifying local school districts for assisting students in a variety of educational needs. Tribal Health Clinics. Tribal Health & Human Services (Main Office), 745-3525, 308 Mission Drive, P.O. Box 880, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. Arlee Tribal Health Clinic. 726-3224, 71972 Bitterroot Jim Road, Arlee, MT 59821. Mailing address: P.O. Box 880, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. Elmo Tribal Health Clinic. 849-5798, 33116 Highway 93, P.O. Box 127, Elmo MT 59915. Hot Springs Tribal Health Department. 741-3265, 322 Second Avenue South, Hot Springs, MT 59845. Polson Tribal Health Dental Clinic/Pharmacy. 883-5541 (Clinic), 883-5482 (Clinic), 883-5482 (Pharmacy), 5 Fourth Avenue East, Polson, MT 59960. Ronan Tribal Eye Clinic (dba Mission Valley Eye Center). 676-8921, 417 Main Street South West, Ronan, MT 59864. Ronan Tribal Health Center. 676-0137, 35860 Round Butte Road West, Ronan, MT 59864. St. Ignatius Tribal Health Diabetic Center. 745-3525, 308 Mission Drive, Ignatius, MT 59865. Tribal Commodities Office & Store. 745-4115, 410 Mountain View Drive, P.O. Box 757, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. Food Supplement program for low income people who live on the reservation. Tribal Court Offices. 675-2700, Ext. 1110, P.O. Box 278, Pablo, MT 59855. Tribal Fire Management Division. 676-2550, 44592 Old Highway 93, Ronan, MT 59864. Tribal Forestry Department. 676-3755, 104 Main South East, Ronan, MT 59864. Tribal Headquarters - Confederated Salish & Kootenai Tribes. 675-2700, 888-835-8766, 424878 Complex Blvd, P.O. Box 278, Pablo, MT 59855. Tribal Health & Human Services Department. 745-3525, 308 Mission Drive, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. Direct health care services include medical, dental, pharmacy, and physical therapy. Behavioral health and addiction services include chemical dependency and mental health outpatient services. Community Health Nurses and Representatives provide assistance and care to patients with diabetes and cardiopulmonary related diseases, conduct classes, community outreach, and preventative health care activities.
54 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition Tribal Law & Order. 675-4700, 42492 Complex Blvd, P.O. Box 278, Pablo, MT 59855. Flathead Tribal Police. Pablo/Ronan Emergency #: 933. Tribal Nutrition Center. 741-3265, 214 Spring Street North, Suite A, Hot Springs, MT 59845. Tribal Probation/Parole. 275-2745, 51383 Highway 93 North, P.O. Box 278, Pablo, MT 59855. Tribal Vocational Rehabilitation. 275-2720 Ext 1615, 42464 Complex Blvd, P.O. Box 278, Pablo, MT 59865. Two Eagle River School. 675-0292, 58020 Highway 93, P.O. Box 160, Pablo, MT 59855. Grades 8-12. WIC (Women, Infants & Children) Nutritional Program: Arlee. 745-3525, 71972 Bitterroot Jim Road, Arlee, MT 59821. Ronan. 745-3525, 35840 Round Butte Road, Ronan, MT 59864. St. Ignatius. 745-3525, 308 Mission Drive, P.O. Box 880, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. Youth Employment Program. 675-2700, Ext 1038, 51383 Highway 93 North, P.O. Box 278, Pablo, MT 59855. Provides employment for youth ages 14-21who are enrolled in a federally recognized tribe. First preference is given to CSKT enrolled youth. VETERANS/MILITARY ORGANIZATIONS & SERVICES American Legion: Polson Post #112. 883-2969, Hardwick Post, P.O. Box 515, Polson, MT 59860. Ronan Post #138. 207-2581, 15 Seventh Avenue North West, Ronan, MT 59864. St. Ignatius Post #106. 270-7198, 240 Blind Barnaby Street, P.O. Box 234, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. Camp Patriot. 293-4376, 509-392-1015, 417 Mineral Avenue, #8, P.O. Box 627, Libby, MT 59923. 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. Family Assistance Center (FAC). 406-324-5121 (Missoula), 877-706-7598, 9383 Running West Road, Missoula, MT 59808. Offers information and referral services to military families from all branches, whether active, Guard/Reserve, or retired. Fort Harrison VA Medical Center & Ambulatory Care Clinic. 877-468-8387, 3687 Veterans Drive, P.O. Box 1500, Fort Harrison, MT 59636. A 50-bed acute care, medical-surgical facility that offers a broad range of acute, chronic, and specialized inpatient and outpatient services for both male and female veterans. Fort Harrison VA Regional Office. 800-827-1000, 3633 Veterans Drive, Fort harrison, MT 59636. Homeless Veterans in Need of Help. 877-424-3838 (Hotline). Homeless Veterans or Veterans at-risk for homelessness can get free, 24/7 access to trained VA counselors. The hotline is intended to assist homeless Veterans and their families, VA Medical Centers, federal, state and local partners, community agencies, service providers and others in the community. This National Call Center was founded by the Department of Veterans Affairs. Kalispell Vet Center. 257-7308, 690 North Meridian Road, Suite 101, Kalispell, MT 59901. Cares for combat veterans and their families. Provides professional readjustment counseling, community education, and assistance with other services within the Department of Veteran Affairs. Marine Corps League (Kalispell/Polson). 212-0087, 249-1870 (Auxiliary). Kalispell group meets at the VFW Club, 330 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. The Polson group meets at the Driftwood Family Restaurant, 50249 Highway 93, Polson, MT 59860. Missoula VA Community Based Outpatient Clinic. 493-3700, 8877-468-8387 (Fort Harrison), 2687 Palmer Street, Suite C, Missoula, MT 59808. Missoula Vet Center (VA Primary Care Clinic). 406-721-4918, 877-468-8387, 500 North Higgins, Suite 202, Missoula, MT 59802. Serves as a readjustment counseling service to help returning combat veterans with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and marriage, bereavement, and sexual trauma counseling to get back into the mainstream of life. Montana VA Service Outreach. 406-542-2501, Missoula Service Office, Montana State Veterans Affairs, 1911 Tower Street, Missoula, MT 59804. Provides information, answers to questions, and assistance regarding veterans benefits. For all veterans and their family members and widows/widowers of veterans. The Missoula Office schedules regular Veterans Service Outreach visits in Lake and Sanders counties. Montana Veterans Home. 892-3256, 400 Veterans Drive, P.O. Box 250, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. A Medicare/Medicaid and Veterans Administration certified facility for honorably discharged veterans. Skilled/intermediate nursing care or self-care living. Includes an Alzheimer s unit. The Veterans Home Memorial Fund accepts tax-deductible donations for the benefit of Montana Veterans Home residents. Montana Wounded Warriors. 270-1648, 100 Cooperative Way, Suite 100, Kalispell, MT 59901. Formed to provide wounded Montana Veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars with high-quality hunting and fishing opportunities here in Montana. (We are based in Columbia Falls.) The organization is run by an all-volunteer board with no paid staff and that allows maximum use of donations to serve our Veterans. Our mission is to take groups of 2-6 wounded Montana Veterans on all-expense-paid hunting and fishing trips where their chances of success are extremely high. The trips are run through professional outfitters and include high quality food and lodging because many of our Veterans have special needs that professional outfitters are better suited to accommodate. We fundraise year-round in order to provide group trips two or three times per year. Donations are tax-deductible. National Guard Recruiter. 257-7939 (Kalispell); 721-0071 (Missoula). Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA) - Mountain States Chapter. 800-833-9400, 12200 East Iliff Avenue, Suite 107, Aurora, Colorado, 80014. Focus is on the issues and concerns of the most catastrophically disabled veterans, namely, paralyzed veterans. Serves Colorado, Montana, Utah, and Wyoming. Suicide Prevention Hotline for Veterans. 800-273-TALK (Press 1 ). Will be routed to the Veterans Suicide Prevention Hotline. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Veterans Health Administration (VHA) has founded a national suicide prevention hotline to ensure veterans in emotional crisis are able to chat with a crisis counselor and get help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Veterans Affairs (VA) Benefits Information Line. 800-827-1000. Veterans Crisis Line. 800-273-8255 (Press 1). This national suicide prevention hotline ensures that veterans in emotional crisis are able to chat with a crisis counselor and get help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Sponsored by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Veterans Health Administration (VHA). Veterans Upward Bound. 406-243-7812, Missoula College of the University of Montana, 909 South Avenue West, Missoula, MT 59801. A free U.S. Department of Education program designed to help eligible U.S. military veterans refresh their academic skills so that they can successfully complete the postsecondary school of their choice. Offers in-class instruction locally on the Missoula College campus and other colleges throughout Montana.. Online instruction is also available. VFW Post 2986. 883-2821, 883-2917, 423 Main Street, Polson, MT 59860. Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA 938). 404-381-7899, Bitterroot Chapter, P.O. Box 1391, Hamilton, MT 59840. Provides the opportunity to obtain and share information, to organize grass root activities, lend a helping hand, and offer assistance to all veterans. FEDERAL BENEFITS FOR VETERANS, DEPENDENTS AND SURVIVORS Bereavement Counseling. 202-461-6530. Education. 888-442-4551. Headstones and Markers. 800-697-6947. Health Care. 8778-222-VETS (8387). National Call Center for Homeless Veterans. 877-424-3838. National Caregiver Support Line. 855-260-3274. VA Center for Woman Veterans. 202-273-6193. VA Benefits Information Line. 800-827-1000. VA Mammography Helpline. 888-492-7844 Women Veterans Call Center. 202-461-1070.855-829-6636 (855-VA-WOMEN) Hotline for questions from Veterans, their families and caregivers about the many VA services and resources available to women Veterans. LINCOLN COUNTY RESOURCES Animal Related Organizations...54 Assisted Living Facilities...59 Banks & Credit Unions...54 Basic Need Resources...60 Cancer Resources...58 Chambers of Commerce...55 Child/Youth Resources...61 Chiropractors...58 Churches & Religious Organizations...54 Clubs, Community & Service Organizations...55 Community Information...55 Conservation & Environment...56 Consumer Protection & Legal Assistance...56 Counseling & Mental Health Resources...60 Crisis Intervention Resources...60 Cultural Arts & Museums...57 Dentists...58 Disability/Self Sufficiency Resources...61 Emergency Services & Resources...57 Employment & Training Resources...58 Family Resources...62 Fire Departments...57 Fitness & Health...58 Food Programs...61 Health Care Resources...58 Home Health Services...59 Housing & Shelter Resources...61 Human Service Providers...59 Law Enforcement...57 Libraries...57 Media Resources...63 Optometrists/Opthamologists...58 Parks & Recreation...57 Physicians & Medical Facilities...58 Schools...63 Senior Citizen Resources...63 Support Programs...59 Theatres...57 Thrift & Resale Stores...63 Utilities...57 Veterans Organizations & Services...63 ANIMAL RELATED ORGANIZATIONS Animal Shelters: Kootenai Pets For Life. 293-5735 (KPFL), 125 County Shop Road, P.O. Box 1454, Libby, MT 59923. Humane Society of Lincoln County. 297-7515, 238 Highway 93 North, Eureka, MT 59917. Tobacco Valley Animal Shelter. 889-5457, 19 Independence Way, P.O. Box 1815, Eureka, MT 59917. Also the Friends of the Animal Shelter. Troy Animal Control. 295-4411, 301 East Kootenai, Troy, MT 59935. AniMeals. 406-721-4710, 1700 Rankin Street, Missoula, MT 59808. 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. Cabinet Back Country Horsemen. 293-7954, P.O. Box 949, Libby, MT 59923. Promotes enjoyment of horses in the back country and wilderness, works to ensure public lands remain open to recreational stock use; and assists various organizations with maintenance of public lands. Ducks Unlimited - Kootenai Valley. 293-8246, 281 Bald Eagle Road, Libby, MT 59923. Committed to wetland conservation and restoration. Members raise funds, volunteer time, materials and equipment to complete wetland projects. Libby Saddle Club. 293-5044, 2494 East Fifth Street, Libby, MT 59923. Lincoln County Animal Control. 293-1189 (Eureka), 293-4040 (Libby). Mailing Address: Lincoln County Environmental Health, 418 Mineral Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Tobacco Valley High Country Horsemen. 889-5174, 222 Gateway Avenue, Rexford, 59930. Tobacco Valley Ridge Riders. 889-5515, 1430 Iowa Flats Road, Eureka, MT 59917. Saddle club. Trout Unlimited. 295-4872, Kootenai Valley Trout Club, 482 Upper Ford Road, Troy, MT 59935. Mission is to preserve, protect, and restore trout and salmon fisheries and their watersheds. Troy Saddle Tramps. 293-1137, P.O. Box 11, Troy, MT 59935. BANKS & CREDIT UNIONS First Interstate Bank - Eureka. 297-3116, 508 Highway 93 North, P.O. Box 306, Eureka, MT 59917. First Montana Bank. 800-824-2692. Libby. 293-0280, 504 Mineral Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Troy. 295-5238, 600 East Missoula Avenue, Troy, MT 59935. Glacier Bank: Eureka. 297-2521, 800-366-4465, 222 Dewey Avenue, P.O. Box 326, Eureka, MT 59917. Libby. 293-4109, 615 California Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Kootenai Valley Federal Credit Union. 293-6421, 293-4020, 1010 Minnesota Avenue, P.O. Box 636, Libby, MT 59923. Lincoln County Credit Union: Libby. 293-7771, 614 West Sixth Street, Libby, MT 59923. Troy. 295-5569, Stein s Market, 621 East Missoula Avenue, Troy, MT 59935. U.S. Bank - Libby Office. 293-6346, 403 West Ninth, P.O. Box 1021, Libby, MT 59923. Whitefish Credit Union - Eureka. 297-7800, 202 Dewey Avenue, Eureka, MT 59927. CHURCHES & RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATIONS EUREKA, FORTINE & REXFORD Beyond the Cross Assembly. 297-2139, 1813 Highway 93 North, Eureka, MT 59917. Also provides emergency assistance for people in need in the Eureka area.
Chapel of Praise Church of God. 889-3207, 6474 Highway 93 South, Eureka, MT 59917. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. 296-3461, Osloski Road, Eureka, MT 59917. Eureka Assembly of God. 297-2139, 2143 Highway 93 North, Eureka, MT 59917. Eureka Church of Christ. 882-4821, 832 Barnabay Lake Road, Eureka, MT 59917. Eureka Foursquare Church. 882-4517, 406 Second Avenue East, P.O. Box 1696, Eureka. Also has a food pantry. Eureka Seventh Day Adventist. 297-3940, 460 Airport Road, Eureka, MT 59917. First Baptist Church. 297-2814, 935 Ninth Street East, Eureka, MT 59917. First Church of God. 297-2941, 1295 Second Avenue East, Eureka, MT 59917. Fortine Community Church CMA. 882-4515, 240 Meadow Creek Road, P.O. Box 155, Fortine, MT 59918. Holy Cross Lutheran Church LCMS. 297-2116, Highway 93 North, P.O. Box 332, Eureka, MT 59917. Jehovah s Witnesses. 297-3333, 1019 Highway 93 North, Eureka, MT 59917. Kootenai Christian Fellowship. 297-2171, 101 Third Street East, Eureka, MT 59917. Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church. 297-2118, 500 Dewey Avenue, Eureka, MT 59917. St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church. 297-7233, 211 First Avenue West, Eureka, MT 59917. Valley Baptist Church. 889-3134, 64627 Highway 37, Eureka, MT 59917. West Kootenai Community Church. 889-5910, 5910 West Kootenai Road, Rexford, MT 59930. LIBBY Assembly of God. 293-8331, 105 Collins Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Christ Lutheran Church ELCA. 293-3705, 200 West Larch Street, Libby, MT 59923. Church of Christ. 293-7173, 34845 Highway 2, Libby, MT 59923. Church of God, Anderson Indiana. 293-6916, 1007 Utah Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. 293-4757, 34754 Highway 2 South, Libby, MT 59923. Church of the Nazarene. 293-4397, 186 East Horseshoe Drive, Libby, MT 59923. Faith Bible Church. 293-7441, 239 Education Way, P.O. Box 633, Libby, MT 59923. Family Worship Center. 293-3737, 2425 Highway 37 North, Libby, MT 59923. First Baptist Church. 293-9752, 40 Grannys Garden Road, Libby, MT 59923. Kingdom Hall of Jehovah s Witnesses. 293-2179, 55 Kootenai River Road, Libby, MT 59923. Libby Baptist Church. 293-6556, 105 East Cedar, Libby, MT 59923. Libby Christian Church. 293-3747, 100 Kootenai River Road, Libby, MT 59923. Libby Church of Christ. 293-7173, 34845 Highway 2, Libby, MT 59923. Libby Ministerial Association. 291-6963, 293-3705, P.O. Box 1305, Libby, MT 59923. Libby United Methodist Church. 293-4522, 293-6301, 713 Main Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. St. John Lutheran Church LCMS. 293-4024, 1017 Montana Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. St. Joseph Catholic Church. 293-4322, 719 Utah Avenue, P.O. Box 1467, Libby, MT 59923. St. Luke s Episcopal Church. 293-5221, 109 West Poplar Street, Libby, MT 59923. Seventh-Day Adventist. 293-8613, 206 Airfield Road, Libby, MT 59923. TROY Assembly of God Church. 295-4758, 309 East Kootenai Avenue, Troy, MT 59935. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. 295-4747, Troy, MT 59935. Faith Christian Center. 295-5591, 87 Amber Road, P.O. Box 695, Troy, MT 59935. Gideons International. 297-2706, P.O. Box 4, Rexford, MT 59930. Holy Trinity Episcopal Church. 295-7007, 218 East Missoula Avenue, Troy, MT 59935. Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. 295-3001, 756 East Missoula Avenue, Troy, MT 59935. Three Lakes Community Bible Church. 295-5783, 136 Ring Loop Road, Troy, MT 59935. Troy Christian Fellowship. 295-1315, 295-9043, Troy, MT 59935. Troy Church of God. 295-4449, 295-5050, 212 Kalispell Avenue, Troy, MT 59935. Troy Community Baptist Church. 295-4206, 725 East Missoula Avenue, Troy, MT 59935. Troy United Methodist Church. 295-4019, Third Street and Kalispell Avenue, Troy, MT 59935. CLUBS, COMMUNITY & SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS 4-H Clubs: Eureka. 296-9019, Lincoln County Extension Office - Eureka, 66121 Highway 37, P.O. Box 1140, Eureka, MT 59917. Clubs are located in Eureka, Fortine, and Trego. Libby. 293-7781 Ext. 8, Lincoln County Extension Office - Libby, 418 Mineral Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Clubs are located in Libby and Troy. Adopt A Highway Program. 751-2000, Area Coordinator, 85 Fifth Avenue East North, P.O. Box 7308, Kalispell, MT 59904. 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. Amateur Radio Clubs: Eureka. Tobacco Valley Amateur Radio Club, P.O. Box 2202, Eureka, MT 59917. Libby. 291-5287, 209 Yellowtail Road, Libby, MT 59923. Blue Knights Motorcycle Club. 406-672-6585, Billings, MT. Statewide fraternal organization for 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. Elks Lodge #2231. 293-7828, 220 West Fourth Street, Libby, MT 59923. Friends of NRA. 293-2498, 800-672-3888, Ext. 1356, 9501 Highway 37, Libby Montana, 59923. Fund raising for programs such as youth education, law enforcement training, hunter education, conservation, firearms and marksmanship training and safety. Good Sam Club - Libby Dam Chapter. 293-7277, Libby, MT 59923. An RV club. In addition to holding camp-outs, rallies, meetings and social events, the club holds an annual picnic and organizes fundraising events for organizations such as the Sheltered Workshop for Disabled Children. Igniters Car Club, Inc. 293-3633, 170 Hogan Drive, P.O. Box 610, Libby, MT 59923. Open to all makes and models of vehicles. Oldest active car club in Montana and 10th oldest in the US. Established in 1960. Habitat for Humanity - Kootenai Valley Partners. 293-3705 (Christ Lutheran Church). Mailing Address: P.O. Box 19, Libby, MT 59923. An Ecumenical Christian partnership working to build homes for people in need. Knights of Columbus. 293-4322 (St. Joseph Church), 719 Utah Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Kootenai Bird Club. 293-7676. 4340 Granite Lake Road, Libby, MT 59923. Kootenai Kiwanis. 334-1156. Meets at the Venture Motor Inn, 1015 West Ninth Street, in Libby. Kootenai Muzzleloaders. 293-8239, P.O. Box 460, Libby, MT 59923. Black powder gun club. Kootenai Stargazers Astronomy Club. 293-9660, 293-6427. Kootenai Valley Shrine Club. 314-2097, P.O. Box 339, Trego, MT 59934. Help for crippled children; anyone with a child who has an orthopedic problem may obtain free help. Clinic is in Spokane. Kootenai Winter Sports Ski Education Foundation. 293-8326, P.O. Box 210, Libby, MT 59923. Turner Mountain Ski Patrol (TMSP) is an all volunteer organization dedicated to providing a safe skiing/ boarding experience for everyone. TMSP operates under Kootenai Winter Sports and Ski Education Foundation in a non-profit status. Libby Archery Club. 293-3738, P.O. Box 755, Libby, MT 59923. The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition 55 Libby Pioneer Society. 293-5187, 9765 Farm to Market Road, Libby, MT 59923. Libby Polar Bear Club. 293-5014, 293-5534, P.O. Box 380, Libby, MT 59923. Libby Rod & Gun Club. 293-7659, 319 Warren Road, Libby, MT 69923. Libby Rotary Club. P.O. Box 5555, Libby, MT 59923. Meets at the Venture Motor Inn in Libby. Libby Spinning Squares. 295-4074, P.O. Box 455, Troy, MT 59935. Square dancing club; meets at the Ambulance Barn, 307 Montana Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Lincoln County Amateur Radio Group. 291-5287, Meets at the Lincoln County Credit Union, 614 West Sixth Street, Libby, MT 59923. Lincoln County Combined Campaign. 293-5909, P.O. Box 1138, Libby, MT 59923. Local organization that supports Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Lincoln County Foster Parents, Diabetes Support Group, Pregnancy Care Center, FVCDC in Libby, and Families in Partnership in Libby. Lincoln County Youth Soccer. 293-5785, P.O. Box 1103, Libby, MT 59923. For ages 4-19. Little Guy Wrestling. 293-6040, P.O. Box 1140, Libby, MT 59923. Masons: Eureka Lodge #93. 297-7998, 882-4351, 303 Dewey Avenue, P.O. Box 1961, Eureka, MT 59917. Libby Lodge #85. 293-2035, 293-6726, 1218 Utah Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. NARFE (National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association). 293-4849, 70 Boulder Lane, Libby, MT 59923. Odd Fellows. 293-5187, Cabinet Lodge #68 IOOF, 108 West Fourth Street, Libby MT 59923. Mailing Address: 9765 Farm to Market Road, Libby, MT 59923. Quilting: Eureka Quilt Show. 297-3677, P.O. Box 1688, Eureka, MT.59917. Annual event of 3 days of quilting workshops ending with a quilt show. Kootenai Valley Quilt Guild. 293-7832, 1001 Louisiana, P.O. Box 1106, Libby, MT 59923. Scraps & Threads Quilt Guild. P.O. Box 1404, Eureka, MT 59917. Tender Lovin Quilt Guild. 295-5704, P.O. Box 174, Troy, MT 59935. Rebekah Lodge #53 - Medora. 293-3576, 298 Vicks Lane, Libby, MT 59923. Republican Club. 293-7711 (Venture Inn), 1015 West Ninth, Libby, MT 59923. Snowmobile Clubs: Eureka. 889-5074, Ten Lakes Snowmobile Club, P.O. Box 404, Eureka, MT 59917. Libby. 293-7590, Lincoln County Sno-Kats, P.O. Box 1180, Libby, MT 59923. Troy. 295-4322, Troy Snowmobile Club, P.O. Box 1002, Troy, MT 59935. Sons of Norway. 293-3386, 165 Garden Road, Libby, MT 59923. Sunburst Foundation. 297-0197, 100 Dewey Avenue, P.O. Box 1863, Eureka, MT 59917. Dedicated to providing quality services to promote children s safety in the home, strengthen families, and make the arts more accessible to residents of the community. Tobacco River Muzzleloaders. 882-4691, P.O. Box 1841, Eureka, MT 59917. Troy Cross-Country Ski Club. Explore three groomed cross-country ski areas, free and open to the public. Cougar Ridge, Ross Creek Cedars and Sears Flat ski areas are a cooperative venture with Kootenai National Forest, Three Rivers District. No phone number or address available. VFW: Eureka Post 6786. 297-2472, 297-3361 (Canteen), Tobacco Valley Post, 114 Dewey Avenue, P.O. Box 1008, Eureka, MT 59917. Libby Post 1548. 293-5396 (Office), 293-7316 (Lounge), 114 West Second, Libby, MT 59923. Libby Post 1548 Auxiliary. 293-3996, 114 West Second, Libby, MT 59923. Troy Post 5514 & Auxiliary. P.O. Box 234, Troy, MT 59935. COMMUNITY INFORMATION AARP Driver Safety Education Class. Taught by AARP volunteers. The class reviews basic driving skills and safety precautions. Completing the class can reduce insurance premiums for drivers age 50 and over. Pre-registration is required. Classes are held at these locations and call for more information: Libby Christian Church (call St John s Hospital, 283-7000), Lincoln County High School in Eureka (297-5700), and Troy Methodist Church (295-4019). AARP Tax-Aide Program. 888-227-7669. Assists lower income and seniors with tax services and ensures they receive applicable tax credits and deductions. Tax-Aide offices are open annually from late January/early February to April 15. One location is in Libby (293-7222) but check announcements of other locations in area newspapers in January because these temporary offices are not always located in the same place each year. Airports: Eureka Airport. 889-3366, 297-2943, 293-7781, Airport Road, 7000 Airport Road, Eureka; Mailing Address: 512 California Avenue, Libby, MT 59917. Libby City-County Airport. 293-4947 (Airport), 293-7781 (County), 5136 Farm To Market Road, Libby, MT 59923. Amtrak. Empire Builder passenger service from Chicago to Seattle/Portland. Call 800-872-7245 for reservations and schedule information. Libby Station (LIB). 100 Mineral Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Station building with waiting room. No ticket purchases, baggage checking, or long-term parking. Whitefish Station (WFH). 862-2268 (Station Information Only), 500 Depot Street, Whitefish, MT 59937. Station building with waiting room. Ticketing and baggage hours daily from 6 am - 2 pm and 3-10:30 pm. Payphones and restrooms available during station hours. No Quik- Trak hours, no ATM, no WiFi. Long-term parking is available. Camps: Libby. 293-5832, Thompson Lake Baptist Camp, 593 ACM Road South, Libby, MT 59923. Located on south shore of Middle Thompson Lake. A Glacier Southern Baptist Association camp facility. Trego. 889-3322, 890-1376, Dickey Lake Bible Camp, P.O. Box 11, Trego, MT 59934. A ministry of the Rocky Mountain Christian and Missionary Alliance. Troy. 295-1115, Elohim Camp & Retreat Center, 12395 Bull Lake Road, P.O. Box 400, Troy, MT 59935. A ministry of the Rocky Mountain Bible Mission. Chambers of Commerce: Eureka Area. 889-4636, 2 Dewey Avenue, Historical Village, P.O. Box 186, Eureka, MT 59917. Libby. 293-4167, 905 West Ninth Street, P.O. Box 704, Libby, MT 59923. Troy. 295-1064, 301 East Kootenai Avenue, P.O. Box 3005, Troy, MT 59935. City Hall: Eureka Town Hall. 297-2123, 108 Dewey Avenue, P.O. Box 313, Eureka, MT 59917. Libby City Hall. 293-2731. 952 East Spruce, P.O. Box 1428, Libby, MT 59923. Rexford Town Office. 297-2439, 142 Gateway Street, P.O. Box 100, Rexford, MT 59930. Troy City Hall. 295-4151, 301 East Kootenai Avenue, P.O. Box 823, Troy, MT 59935. Driver Services - Montana Motor Vehicle Division: Eureka - Drivers Licenses. 297-3139, North Lincoln County Annex, 66121 Highway 37, P.O. Box 2012, Eureka, MT 59917. Libby - Drivers Licenses. 293-2423, 952 East Spruce, Suite 201, Libby, MT 59923. Libby - License Plates. 293-7781, Lincoln County Motor Vehicle Office, 512 California Avenue, Libby, MT 59923.
56 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition Flathead Regional Business Center (FRBC). 758-2800, 15 Depot Park, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Help Net - First Call for Help. 752-8181, 800-332-8425, P.O. Box 8181, Kalispell, MT 59904. An information and referral line that links people to services, counselors and support groups. Hunter Education Program. 752-5501, Fish, Wildlife and Parks, 490 North Meridian Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Lincoln County Community Foundation. 293-4838, P.O. Box 490, Libby, MT 59923. Lincoln County Extension Office - MSU. Eureka Office. 296-9019, 66121 Highway 37, P.O. Box 1140, Eureka, MT 59917. Libby Office. 293-7781 Ext 211, 418 Mineral Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Lincoln County Fair Office. 296-3471, 66121 Highway 37, P.O. Box 1414, Eureka, MT 59917. Lincoln County Courthouse. Eureka. 297-3139. North Lincoln County Annex, 66121 Highway 37, P.O. Box 2012, Eureka, MT 59917. Libby. 293-7781, Main Courthouse, 512 California Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Lincoln County Transit Services. 293-8024, 877-745-RIDE (7433), Libby Senior Center, 206 East Second Street, P.O. Box 1401, Libby, MT 59923. A demand and response transportation service serving all of Lincoln County. (Buses do not travel on unpaved roads. Pick up is at nearest paved road.) Makes trips to Kalispell and Eureka. Needs 24 hour notice (with some flexibility) to insure driver and vehicle availability. Montana Organic Growers Association. 788-7423, P.O. Box 570, Eureka, MT 59917. Provides education, information, support, assistance, promotion, and representation for organic producers, processors, handlers, retailers, consumers, researchers, agricultural service providers, and other interested parties. Tobacco Valley Community Center. 297-2188, 310 First Avenue East, Eureka, MT 59917. U.S. Customs & Border Protection (CBP): Border Patrol - Eureka Station. 889-9080, 7695 Airport Road, Eureka, MT 59923. Responsible for 50 miles of international border from Bonners Ferry, Idaho, to the Ten Lakes Scenic Area northeast of Eureka. Port of Entry - Roosville. 889-3865, 889-3737 (Immigration Questions), 7915 Highway 93 North, Eureka, MT 59917. The Canadian border is 8 miles north of Eureka and is open 24 hours a day. Is a full commercial port. U Serve Libby, Inc. 293-8260, P.O. Box 908, Libby, MT 59923. Dedicated to promoting tennis in the Libby area. Recent construction of the Community Tennis Courts now allows the people of the greater Libby area, especially the children, to have the opportunity to participate in this healthy, lifetime sport. The courts are open to the public, free of charge. Western Union. 293-4139, 800-325-6000. Located at Libby Floral, 414 Utah Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. CONSERVATION & ENVIRONMENT Cabinet Resource Group (CRG). 847-2024, P.O. Box 238, Heron, MT 59844. Mission is to protect our natural resources through education and action. Concentrates on habitat issues in the Cabinet Mountains, the Yaak region, the Clark Fork drainage in western Montana, and the Lake Pend Oreille area in Idaho. Communities For A Great Northwest. 293-8844, 34 Paul Bunyan Lane, Libby, MT 59923. Grassroots organization dedicated to providing accurate, credible, natural resource management information to its members and the public at large. EPA Information Center. 293-6194, 108 East Ninth Street, #1, Libby, MT 59923. Has latest information on the work being done by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding the superfund asbestos cleanup in Libby. Eureka Rural Development Partners. 297-7374, 189 Business Park Road, P.O. Box 1951, Eureka, MT 59917. Kootenai River Development Council. 293-8406, 60 Port Blvd, P.O. Box 621, Libby, MT 59923. Provides technical assistance to businesses and recruits businesses interested in relocating to the area. Kootenai River Network. 293-8754, P.O. Box 491, Libby, MT 59923. An alliance of diverse citizen s groups, individuals, businesses, industry, and tribal and government water resource management agencies in Montana, Idaho, and British Columbia. Mission is to involve stakeholders in the protection and restoration of the chemical, physical, and biological integrity of the Kootenai River Basin waters. Lincoln Conservation District. 297-2233, 949 Highway 93 North, P.O. Box 2170, Eureka, MT 59917. As one of the 58 conservation districts in Montana, it works to fulfill the state s policy to conserve soil, water and other natural resources. Programs include: Tree & Shrub Sales, Recycling, Equipment Rentals (for weed control), the Lincoln County Fair, and the Eureka Riverwalk. Located inside the Eureka Ranger Station. Vital Ground Foundation. 406-549-8650, T-2 Fort Missoula, Missoula, MT 59804. 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. Yaak Valley Forest Council. 295-9736, 265 Riverview Drive, Troy, MT 59935. Various projects and programs that address short and long term issues associated with our ecosystem s integrity. CONSUMER PROTECTION & LEGAL ASSISTANCE Better Business Bureau. 509-455-4200, 152 South Jefferson, Suite 200, Spokane, WA 99201. Call to file a complaint against a business or to check out a business or a charity. Citizens Advocate Office. 800-332-2272. State of Montana Governor s Office, P.O. Box 200801, Helena, MT 59620. 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. Home Health Hotline (Complaints). 800-762-4618, Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Justice Court: Responsible for the processing of all criminal and traffic misdemeanor offenses, including Fish and Game violations that occur in Lincoln County. Eureka. 297-2622, North 66121 Highway 37, P.O. Box 403, Eureka, MT 59917. North Lincoln County. Libby. 283-2412, 418 Mineral Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. South Lincoln County. Libby City Council. 293-2731, City Hall, 952 East Spruce, P.O. Box 1428, Libby, MT 59923. Libby City Court. 293-4440, City Hall, 952 East Spruce, P.O. Box 1428, Libby, MT 59923. Lincoln County Animal Control. 293-1189 (Eureka), 293-4040 (Libby). Mailing Address: Lincoln County Environmental Health, 418 Mineral Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Lincoln County Attorney. 293-2717, 512 California Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Lincoln County Commissioners. 283-2318, 512 California Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. District 1 (Libby): Tony Berget, 293-1776; District 2 (Troy): Ron Downey, 283-2319, and District 3 (Eureka): Mike Cole, 297-3139.
Montana Landlords Association (MLA). 250-0729, Flathead Chapter, 1360 Lake Blaine Road, P.O. Box 7, Kalispell, MT 59903. 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 Lawyer Referral & Information Service. 406-449-6577, 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 Office of Consumer Protection. 800-481-6896, 2225 11th Avenue, P.O. Box 200151, Helena, MT 59620. 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 Public Service Commission. 800-646-6150 (Consumer Complaints), State of Montana, Public Service Commission, P.O. Box 202601, Helena, MT 59620. Assists with complaints and inquiries from utility consumers in Montana for electricity, heating, telephone, and water. Self-Help Attorney Program. 758-2495 (Scheduling). Provides free forms and information on legal resources to self-represented litigants in the areas of divorce, name change, step-parent adoption, custody, child support, debt collection, eviction and more. A representative will be at the Lincoln County Courthouse, second floor, in the law library on the second Thursday of each month. An appointment is required. EMERGENCY SERVICES & RESOURCES Air Ambulance. Dial 911 or 752-9797 (Emergency Only), 752-1733 (Non-Emergency), 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Ambulance: Dial 911 for emergency only. Non-emergency numbers are listed by department. Eureka Volunteer Ambulance Service. 297-3318, 103 Schagel Way, P.O. Box 736, Eureka, MT 59917. Fisher River Valley Fire/Rescue. 293-4112, Ext. 0, 293-3907, 70 West Camp Road, Libby, MT 59923. Eureka Volunteer Ambulance Service. 297-3318, 103 Schagel Way, Eureka, MT 59917. Libby Volunteer Ambulance. 293-5582, 307 Montana Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Troy Volunteer Ambulance. 295-6505, 205 North Third Street, P.O. Box 641, Troy, MT 59935. Can-Am Search and Rescue. Dial 911 for emergency only. Eureka, MT 59917. Crimestoppers. 293-7867, Lincoln County Courthouse, 512 California Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. David Thompson Search & Rescue. 293-4112, 512 California Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Dispatched through the Lincoln County Sheriff s Department. Fire Departments: Dial 911 for emergency only. Non-emergency numbers are listed by department. Bull Lake Rural Fire District. 295-9711, 295-0126, 66 Doonan View Drive, P.O. Box 1032, Troy, MT 59935. Eureka Volunteer Fire Department. 297-9083, 250-1933, 10 Utility Way, P.O. Box 623, Eureka, MT 59923. Fisher River Valley Fire/Rescue Department. 293-3907, 70 West Camp Road, Libby, MT 59923. Libby Volunteer Fire Department/Lincoln County Rural Fire District #1. 293-9217, 119 East Sixth Street, P.O. Box 796, Libby, MT 59923. Rexford Volunteer Fire Department. 222 Gateway Avenue, P.O. Box 100, Rexford, MT 59930. Trego/Fortine/Stryker (TFS) Volunteer Fire Department: Station 1. 882-3810, 11889 Highway 93 South, P.O. Box 420, Trego, MT 59934. Station 2. 882-4820, 300 Fortine Creek Road, P.O. Box 420, Trego, MT 59934 Troy City Volunteer Fire Department. 295-4151 (City Hall), 315 Third Street, Troy, MT 59935. Homeland Security Investigations (HSI). 755-2824, 800-973-2667 (After Hours), 2 Main Street, Suite 206, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Law Enforcement: Dial 911 for emergency only. Non-emergency numbers are listed by department. Eureka Police Department. 297-2121, 106 Dewey Avenue, P.O. Box 313, Eureka, MT 59917. Libby Police Department. 293-3343, 603 Mineral Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Lincoln County Sheriff. 293-4112, 512 California Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Montana Highway Patrol. 800-525-5555 (Accident Reporting Only), 755-6688 (District 6 Of fice), 121 Financial Drive, Suite D, Kalispell, MT 59901. The District 6 Office covers Flathead, Lake, and Lincoln Counties. Troy City Police Department. 295-4111, 301 East Kootenai Avenue, P.O. Box 823, Troy, MT 59935. Lincoln County Emergency Management Agency (EMA). 293-6295, 952 East Spruce Street, Suite 205, Libby, MT 59923. Responsible for coordinating Mitigation, Preparedness, Response and Recovery activities related to natural and man-made disasters in Lincoln County. Lincoln County Victim/Witness Department. 283-2415, 418 Mineral Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Poison Hotline. 800-222-1222. 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. TIP-MONT. 800-847-6668. Report violations of fish, wildlife or parks regulations or violations by persons who poach, vandalize or otherwise abuse Montana s natural heritage. LIBRARIES Lincoln County Public Libraries: Eureka Library. 296-2613, Dewey Avenue & Fourth, P.O. Box 401, Eureka, MT 59917. Also Eureka Friends of the Library. Libby Library. 293-2778, 220 West Sixth Street, Libby, MT 59923. Also Libby Friends of the Library. Troy Library. 295-4040, 207 North Third Street, P.O. Box 430, Troy, MT 59935. Also Troy Friends of the Library. Montana Talking Book Library. 800-332-3400, 1515 East Sixth Avenue, P.O. Box 201800, Helena, MT 59620. Montana residents who are unable to use standard print materials due to visual, physical and/ or reading disabilities are eligible to apply to the Library for free mail loan of recorded books, magazines, The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition 57 and playback equipment. Schools, public libraries, nursing homes and other institutions (independent/ assisted living facilities) can participate in talking book and magazines services as a direct link to eligible individuals they serve. PARKS & RECREATION Libby Dam Visitor Center. 293-5577 (Visitor Center), 293-7751 Ext 253 (Visitor Information), 17877 Highway 37, Libby, MT 59923. The Visitor Center has a variety of hands-on exhibits featuring wildlife and fisheries, flood control, hydropower and recreation in the exhibit area, a book/gift sales area, and short films including The Power and Beauty of the Kootenai, and The Libby Dam Story. Located off Montana Highway 37 approximately 17 miles northwest of Libby. The visitor center is located on the west side of the dam. USDA Forest Service - Kootenai National Forest. 293-6211, Supervisor s Office, 31374 Highway 2, Libby, MT 59923. Kootenai National Forest is located in the north west corner of Montana and the north east corner of Idaho on the Canadian border. Includes Ten Lakes Scenic Area, Northwest Peaks Scenic Area, and Ross Creek Cedars Scenic Area. Eureka. 296-2536, Eureka Ranger Station, (Rexford Ranger District), 949 Highway 93 North, Eureka, MT 59917. Fortine. 882-4451, Murphy Lake Ranger Station, (Fortine Ranger District), 12797 Highway 93 South, P.O. Box 116, Fortine, MT. 59918. Libby. 293-7773, Canoe Gulch Ranger Station, (Libby Ranger District), 12557 Highway 37, Libby, MT 59923. Troy. 295-4693, Troy Ranger Station, (Three Rivers Ranger District), 12858 Highway 2, Troy, MT 59935. Trout Creek. 827-3533, Trout Creek Ranger Station, (Cabinet Ranger District), 2693 Highway 200, Trout Creek, MT 59874. Located in Sanders County. THEATRES Lincoln Theatre. 295-9345, 211 East Kootenai Avenue, Troy, MT 59935. Majestic Theatre. 297-2631, 215 Dewey Avenue, Eureka, MT 59917. UTILITIES Montana Public Service Commission. 800-646-6150 (Consumer Complaints), State of Montana, Public Service Commission, P.O. Box 202601, Helena, MT 59620. Assists with complaints and inquiries from utility consumers in Montana for electricity, heating, telephone, and water. ELECTRICITY, NATURAL GAS & PROPANE CityServiceValcon. 293-5042, 800-393-5042 (Libby), 3519 Highway 2 South, Libby, MT 59923; 800-932-7172 (Eureka). Propane. Flathead Electric Cooperative, Inc. 293-7122, 800-735-8489, 121 West Fourth Street, Libby, MT 59923. Serves the Flathead Valley and Libby. Provides low-income assistance programs, information on energy efficient construction, advice on heating, cooling and insulation, and rebates on some appliances. Facilitates the Roundup for Safety program which provides an option for members to round-up their bill to the nearest dollar and 100% of those funds go to local non-profit organizations for safety-related projects and programs. Lincoln Electric Cooperative, Inc. 889-3301, 800-442-2994 (Outages/Emergency), 500 Osloski Road, P.O. Box 628, Eureka, MT 59917. Provides electric service to portions of Lincoln and Flathead counties from the Canadian border to rural Whitefish, including the communities of Eureka, Fortine, Olney, Rexford, Stryker, and Trego. Provides a variety of energy programs to make homes or businesses more comfortable and efficient; offers rebates and cash incentives for home improvements such as geothermal heating/cooling systems, water heaters, ENERGY STAR appliances and more. Moore Oil, Inc. 293-5947, First and Montana, Libby, MT 59923. Northern Energy (Propane): Eureka. 297-2055, 800-683-0797, 1174 Highway 93 North, P.O. Box 411, Eureka, MT 59917. Libby. 293-5548, 800-683-0320, 31242 Highway 2 West, P.O. Box 783, Libby, MT 59923. Northern Lights, Inc. 800-326-9594, 421 Chevy Street, P.O. Box 269, Sagle, ID 83860. Memberowned electric utility serves western Montana, northern Idaho, and northeastern Washington. Troy Power & Light. 295-4540, 301 East Kootenai Avenue, P.O. Box 823, Troy, MT 59935. GARBAGE DISPOSAL & RECYCLING Kootenai Disposal. 293-3711, 2049 Highway 2, Libby, MT 59923. Lincoln County Landfill. 293-7146. Operates and maintains Lincoln County landfills, transfer stations and green box sites. Libby Landfill. 293-7146, 2501 Pipe Creek Road, Libby, MT 59923. Eureka Landfill. 889-5117, 653 Airport Road, Eureka, MT 59917. Happy s Inn Landfill. 101 Dump Road. The landfill is near Happy s Roadhouse Inn which is about 47 miles southeast of Libby on Highway 2, about half-way between Libby and Kalispell. Troy Landfill. 283-1713, 273 Dump Road, Troy, MT 59935. North Lincoln Sanitation Company. 297-2777, 331 Ninth Street, P.O. Box 1079, Eureka, MT 59917. SPECIAL SERVICES UDIG (Buried Cable Location Service). 8-1-1, 755-UDIG (8344), or 800-551-8344 (Montana Only), Montana One Call Center. Serves Flathead, Lincoln and the northern portions of Lake and Sanders counties. You need to call 2 full business days before planting a tree, digging a ditch, building a fence, trenching, burying a pet, digging a foundation, etc., to avoid cutting underground utility lines. Call Before You Dig! TELEPHONE Do Not Call Registry. 888-382-1222, 866-290-4236 (TTY). Register your home or mobile phone to stop getting unwanted telemarketing calls. Must call from number to be registered. Frontier Telephone. 293-4175, 800-921-8101, 114 East Fourth Street, P.O. Box 689, Libby, MT 59923. A broadband company. InterBel Telephone Co-Op. 889-3311, 300 Dewey Avenue, P.O. Box 648, Eureka, MT 59917. Provides service for telephone, long distance, Internet, DSL, Cable TV (Local Only), and Wi-Fi hotspots (Local Only). WATER & SEWER Eureka Public Works. 297-0529, Eureka, MT 59923. Libby City Water Department. 293-2731, 952 East Spruce Street, P.O. Box 1428, Libby, MT 59923. Rexford Water/Sewer. 297-2439, 142 Gateway Street, Rexford, MT 59930. Troy Public Works. 295-4151 (City Hall), 301 East Kootenai Avenue, P.O. Box 823, Troy, MT 59935. Water and sewer services. CULTURAL ARTS - DRAMA, MUSIC & MUSEUMS Creative Arts Center. 297-3270, 300 First Avenue West, P.O. Box 1164, Eureka, MT 59917. Provides a diversity of cultural experiences and educational programs for all ages. Heritage Museum. 293-7521, 34067 Highway 2, P.O. Box 628, Libby, 59923. Open June - August 31. Historical Village Museum. 297-7654, 4 Dewey Avenue, P.O. Box 1452, Eureka, MT 59917. A living history museum open Memorial Day - Labor Day. Libby Fine Arts Group. 293-9282, 163 Education Way, Libby, MT 59923. Promotes local artists. Libby Memorial Event Center. 293-9643, 293-5363, 111 East Lincoln Blvd, P.O. Box 360, Libby, MT 59923. Presents cultural and artistic performances and events to the community featuring both local groups and outside artists.
58 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition Sunburst Foundation Arts Programs. 297-0197, 100 Dewey Avenue, P.O. Box 1863, Eureka, MT 59917. The following programs are made possible in part by a grant from the Montana Arts Council: Community Humanity Education Classes, GED Classes, Missoula Children s Theatre, Multicultural Series, Performing Arts Series, scholarships for community classes on an as-needed basis, and Shakespeare in the Parks Troy Fine Arts Council. 295-4371, 231 Schoolhouse Lake Road, Troy, MT 59935. Promotes visual and performing art forms with performances and events offered to the community. Troy Museum & Visitor Center. 295-1064 (Chamber of Commerce), Highway 2 and St. Regis Road, P.O. Box 771, Troy, MT 59935. Troy-related historical items and railroading past. EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING RESOURCES Blind and Low Vision Services. 888-279-7528, 406-329-5400 Voice/TTY, 2675 Palmer Street, Suite A, Missoula, MT 59808. 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. Child Care Provider Services. 756-1414, The Nurturing Center, 146 Third Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. 758-5454, 800-344-5979, Community Action Partnership of Northwest Montana (CAPNM), 214 Main Street, Kalispell, P.O. Box 8300, MT 59904. 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. Kicking Horse Job Corps Center. 406-644-2217, 800-733-JOBS (Information), 33091 Mollman Pass Trail, Ronan, MT 59864. A comprehensive no-cost career technical training program for all those aged 16-24. 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. Kootenai Job Service. 293-6282, 417 Mineral Avenue, Suite 4, Libby, MT 59923. Services for job seekers include job search referral, placement, computers and software to assist with resume writing, proficiency testing, self-paced skills instruction, and resource library. Also offers assistance on applications, resumes and interviewing skills. Employers are offered a wide variety of tools to assist with attracting and retaining a quality workforce. A State of Montana Program. Montana Apprenticeship & Training Program. 406-444-3998, Montana Department of Labor & Industry, Workforce Services Division, 1315 Lockey Avenue, P.O. Box 1728, Helena, MT 59624. 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. Unemployment Insurance For You (UI4U). 406-444-2545 (Claims Processing), Montana Department of Labor and Industry, P.O. Box 8020, Helena, MT 59604. 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. Work Readiness Component (WoRC). 758-5454, 800-344-5979, Community Action Partnership of Northwest Montana (CAPNM), 214 Main Street, P.O. Box 8300, Kalispell, MT 59904. 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. FITNESS & HEALTH Curves. 293-8932, 319 Mineral Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Cutting Crew Fitness Center. 295-5898, 304 North Second Street, P.O. Box 151, Troy, MT 59935. Koocanusa Gym. 889-5185, 6100 Highway 93 North, Eureka, MT 59917. Montana Athletic Club-Libby. 293-4131, 952 East Spruce, Libby, MT 59923. HEALTH CARE RESOURCES CANCER RESOURCES Alison Score Foundation for Breast Cancer Education. 293-6242, 83 Collins Avenue, P.O. Box 762, Libby, MT 59923. 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. 406-542-2191, 3550 Mullan Road, Suite 103, Missoula, MT 59808. American Cancer Society Relay for Life. 406-542-2191, Ext 206, 3550 Mullan Road, Suite 103, Missoula, MT 59808. A community event that is designed to celebrate survivorship and raise money for the American Cancer Society. American Lung Association Helpline. 800-LUNGUSA, 800-586-4872. The Call Center offers answers to questions about Lung Cancer, Asthma, Allergies, Emphysema, Smoking Cessation, and Environmental Health. Breast Prosthesis. 800-525-5982, 752-6111, Kalispell Medical Equipment, 55 Third Avenue East North, Kalispell, MT 59901. Cancer Information & Referral. 283-7120, Cabinet Peaks Medical Center, 209 Health Park Drive, Libby, MT 59923. Cancer Information Service. 800-4-CANCER (800-422-6237). 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 Patient Headwear Program. 293-8324, Headlines Hair Salon, 201 California Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Provides headwear (wigs), a look good / feel better makeup, and consultation for cancer patients. Montana Cancer Screening Program. 751-8162, Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. FREE cancer screenings are available to income-eligible men and women. Free screenings include: Colon Cancer, Breast Cancer, Cervical Cancer. The Program is a service of the Flathead City-County Health Department and covers the counties of Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders plus the Flathead Reservation. Reach To Recovery. 293-4429, 604 West First Street, Libby, MT 59923. Information for mastectomy patients. Relay For Life. 406-728-1004 Ext 206, 3550 Mullan Road, Suite 103, Missoula, MT 59808. A community event that is designed to celebrate survivorship and raise money for the American Cancer Society. WINGS Regional Cancer Support. 257-9464 (Voice Mail Only), P.O. 7852, Kalispell, MT 59904. 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. 752-5111, Kalispell Regional Healthcare, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. CHIROPRACTORS Combs, Roger E., DC. 293-2746, 410 Mineral Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Summers only. Elrod Chiropractic. 297-3422, The North Kootenai Wellness Center, 657 Highway 93 North, Eureka, MT 59917. Alice B. Elrod, DC. Eureka Family Chiropractic. 297-2999, 110 Dewey Avenue, P.O. Box 1557, Eureka, MT 59917. Jenny M. Komac, DC. Foss Chiropractic. 293-8736, 1021 Dakota Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Scott M. Foss, DC; Amy M. Foss, DC. Moore Chiropractic. 295-5252, 315 East Missoula Avenue, Suite 4, Troy, MT 59935. Riddel Chiropractic Clinic. 293-2741, 605 East Spruce, Libby, MT 59923. Joel Riddell, DC. West Chiropractic Center. 297-2811, 889-3082, 154 Fourteenth Street East, Eureka, MT 59917. Jack D. West, DC. DENTISTS Daniels, Eric, DDS. 297-2461, 744 Highway 93 North, Eureka, MT 59917; 862-3503, 401 Baker Avenue, Whitefish, MT 59937. Davidson, Steve, DDS. 293-7778, 200 California Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Family Dentistry. Kootenai Family Dentistry & Implant Center. 293-4116, 204 East Sixth Street, Libby, MT 59923. Ronald E. Mendenhall, DDS. Mendenhall, Ron, DDS. 293-4116, 204 West Second, Libby, MT 59923. Mendive, Steven, DDS. 295-4120, 206 Callahan Creek Road, Troy, MT 59935. Northwest Community Health Center (NWCHC). 283-6900, 320 East Second Street, Libby, MT 59923. Branches are located in: NWCHC - Eureka. 297-7220, 100 Dewey Avenue, Eureka, MT 59917. NWCHC - Troy. 295-8318, 206 Callahan Road, Troy, MT 59935. Scott, Ben. 293-2933, 402 Montana Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Simpson, Eric, DDS, PC. 293-7768, 217 East Second Street, Libby, MT 59923. Todorovich, Ryan, DDS, DMD. 293-3755, 320 East Second Street, Libby, MT 59923. Wood, Richard S., DDS, PC. 293-7541, 217 East Second, Libby, MT 59923. OPTOMETRISTS/OPHTHAMOLOGISTS Big Mountain Eye Care. 755-5171, 340 West Center Street, Kalispell, MT 59901, Todd Erickson, OD. Grizzly Eye Center PC. 297-2507, 317 Dewey Avenue, Eureka, P.O. Box 960, MT 59917, Brian Meyer, OD. Kootenai Vision Centers, PC. 293-4136, 422 Louisiana, Libby, MT 59923. Low Vision Montana. 800-601-5004 (Helpline), P.O. Box 664, Helena, MT 59624. Assists individuals (or their families) in accessing organizations, agencies and community resources that can help low vision or blind individuals live more independently in their communities. Vision Clinic. 755-5910, 100 Westview Park Place (North Meridian), Kalispell, MT 59901. Nick Chamberlain, Stanley R. Smith. PHYSICIANS & MEDICAL FACILITIES Andenoro, John, MD. 752-8456, 350 Heritage Way, Suite 2300, Kalispell, MT 59901. Big Sky Sleep Diagnostics PLLC. 295-9600, Troy, MT 59935. Black, Brad, MD. 293-9274, CARD, 214 East Third Street, Libby, MT 59923. Boharski, Michael G., MD. 752-5553, 430 Windward Way, Suite 203, Kalispell, MT 59901. Cabinet Peaks Medical Center. 283-7000, 209 Health Park Drive, Libby, MT 59923; Hospital Auxiliary: 283-7000. Diabetes Care Program. 283-7319, 209 Health Park Drive, Libby, MT 59923. This program is a satellite of Kalispell Regional Healthcare (KRH). KRH is our sponsoring organization and collaborates with the Libby program for optimal Diabetes Self-Management Education. Health & Wellness Program. 283-7059, 209 Health Park Drive, Libby, MT 59923. Healthrelated educational programs including Smoke-Free for Life, flu clinics, and health and well ness events. Walk-In Clinic. 283-7040, located at the hospital, 209 Health Park Drive, Libby, MT 59923. Provides quality episodic care (short term) to people who need to be seen quickly for minor medical needs - things like sore throats, fever, and flu/cold symptoms. Minor trauma such as cuts, bruises and sprains are also treated. Not intended to replace personal physicians. Open 7 days a week, 9 am - 6 pm. Rehabilitation Services: Libby. 283-7280, 308 East Second Street, Libby, MT 59923. Troy. 295-4154, 206 Callahan Road, Troy, MT 59935. Mailing Address: 308 East Second Street, Libby, MT 59923. Sleep Lab. 283-7190, 350 Louisiana Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Camber, Anne, MD. 283-7440, 401 Louisiana Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Center for Asbestos Related Diseases (CARD Clinic). 293-9275, 214 East Third Street, Libby, MT 59923. Chopyak, Joseph, PA-C. 283-6900, 320 East Second Street, Libby, MT 59923. Dialysis Clinic, Inc. 293-9913, 308 Louisiana Avenue, Suite 2, Libby, MT 59923. Ercanbrack, Lance, MD. 283-6800, 308 Louisiana Avenue, Suite 1, Libby, MT 59923. Eureka Health Prompt Care. 297-3145, 304 Osloski Road, Eureka, MT 59917. Ed Stein, MD; Linda Schatzel, PA-C; R. James Schmidt, PA-C. Glacier Maternity & Women s Center at Eureka Health. 752-8180, 800-952-1175, 450 Osloski Road, Eureka, MT 59917. Glacier Maternity & Women s Center is a Division of North Valley Hospital. Hall, Jana, MD. 283-6900, 320 East Second Street, Libby, MT 59923. Home Options. 283-7300, Libby. Mailing Address: 275 Corporate Drive, Suite 600, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides medical-related homecare services such as caregiver services, home health nursing, home therapists, home health aides, etc. Medicare certified and licensed by the State of Montana to provide services in Flathead, Lake and Lincoln counties. Kalispell Medical Equipment. 800-525-5982, 55 Third Avenue East North, Kalispell, MT 59901. Knecht, Clyde, MD. 293-8321, 403 Utah Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. LaGox, Charles, DO. 283-6900, 320 East Second Street, Libby, MT 59923. Libby Care Center. 293-6285, 308 East Third Street, Libby, MT 59923. A 24-hour skilled nursing facility. Libby Clinic. 293-8711, 211 East Second Street, Libby, MT 59923. Lincare. 293-8671, 1505 Highway 2 South, Libby, MT 59923. Oxygen.
The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition 59 Lincoln County Public Health. 297-2023, 66121 Highway 37, P.O. Box 2012, Eureka, MT 59917. The County Nurses s office provides immunizations, blood pressure checks, follow-up on contagious diseases, education and information. Medicine Tree Primary Care. 295-5752, 295-0212, 318 East Kootenai, Troy, MT 59935. Neuman Foot & Ankle Clinic. 293-6937, 604 California Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Nicoletto, Joseph, MD. 283-7040, Prompt Care, 350 Louisiana Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Nicoletto, Joseph, Jr., MD. 293-2136, 308 Louisiana Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. NORCO Medical. 752-4804, 2555 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Durable medical equipment and oxygen. North Country Medical Clinic. 297-2438, 1343 Highway 93 North, P.O. Box 810, Eureka, MT 59917. Offers urgent care, family medicine, pediatrics, internal medicine and visiting specialists. A rural health care clinic with a sliding fee scale available for qualified patients. Is an outpatient affiliate of North Valley Hospital in Whitefish. North Valley Hospital. 863-3500, 888-815-5528 (Montana Only), 1600 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT 59937. Northwest Community Health Center (NWCHC). 283-6900, 320 East Second Street, Libby, MT 59923. Branches are located in: NWCHC - Eureka. 297-7220, 100 Dewey Avenue, Eureka, MT 59917. NWCHC - Troy. 295-8318, 206 Callahan Road, Troy, MT 59935. Northwest Montana Surgical Associates. 752-5000, Surgical Services Tower, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Roch Boyer, MD; Bennett Dykstra, MD; David Fortenberry, MD; Justine Gavagan, MD; Robin Harrison, MD; John Means, MD; Stephen Milheim, MD. Rocky Mountain Heart & Lung. 257-8992, 350 Heritage Way, Suite 2100, Kalispell, MT 59901. Cardiac Surgery. 751-6231. Milton Skeet Glatterer, MD; Drew Kirshner, MD; Tyler Seick, PA-C; Samantha Short, PA-C; Samantha Short, PA-C. Cardiology. 257-8992. Thomas Amidon, MD; Eve Gillespie, MD; Jon Johnson, MD; Robert Mitchell, MD; Neshe North, MD; David Roth, MD; Alan Williams, MD; Shelly Dugan, PA-C; Renee Iverson, NP.. Electrophysiology. 257-8992. Ilyas Colombowala, MD. Pulmonology. 257-8992. Anthony Dal Nogare, MD; Kevin Keeton, MD; Timothy Obermiller, MD. Outreach. 257-8992. William Highfill, MD. Schatzel, A. Linda, PA-C. 297-3145, 304 Osloski Road, Eureka, MT 59917. Schmidt, R. James, PA-C. 297-3145, 304 Osloski Road, Eureka, MT 59917. Smith, Michelle, NP-C. 2979-2438, 1343 Highway 93, Eureka, MT 59917. Stein, Ed, MD. 297-3145, 304 Osloski Road, Eureka, MT 59917. Sleep Medicine Center. 752-1729, 862-2229, 200 Commons Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Patrick J. Burns, DO. Thompson, Michelle, MD. 297-2438, 1343 Highway 93, Eureka, MT 59917. Urvater, Joshua, MD. 283-7440, 350 Louisiana Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. SUPPORT PROGRAMS Alzheimer s Association - Montana Chapter. 800-272-3900 (National Helpline), 406-252-3053, 3010 Eleventh Avenue North, Billings, MT 59101. Helpline available 24 hours a day / 7 days a week. Information, referral, and support. The affiliated group in Lincoln County is located in Libby. Alzheimer s Support Group. 293-4522, 293-6301. Meets at Libby United Methodist Church, 713 Main Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. American Diabetes Association - Montana. 800-676-4065, 1627 West Main Street, #295, Bozeman, MT 59715. American Heart & Stroke Association. 800-592-7821, 509-536-1500, 320-B East Main Street, Missoula, MT 59802. 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, 800-586-4872. The Call Center offers answers to questions about Lung Cancer, Asthma, Allergies, Emphysema, Smoking Cessation, and Environmental Health. Brain Injury Alliance of Montana. 800-241-6442 (Montana Only), 406-541-6442 (Office), 1280 South Third Street West, Suite 4, Missoula, MT 59801. Is committed to help create a better future through brain injury prevention, research, education, and advocacy. Includes follow-up information, referrals for resources, and support for transitioning back to family life, work, school and the community. Has a Brain Injury Help Line (800-241-6442), support groups, and a Speaker s Bureau. Brain Injury Support Groups. 295-9753, 293-6528. Support groups meet in Eureka, Libby, and Troy. Associated with the Brain Injury Alliance of Montana. Diabetes Awareness Support Group. 283-7319, Cabinet Peaks Medical Center, 209 Health Park Drive, Libby, MT 59923. Meets at Christ Lutheran Church, 200 West Larch, Libby, MT 59923. 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. Home & Community Based Services. 752-0580, 1825 Highway 93 South, Suite F, Kalispell, MT 59901. This Medicaid Waiver program addresses the needs of Medicaid eligible Montanans who need assistance/support to meet ongoing health needs by developing/managing home based care. Service by Benefis Spectrum Medical, an affiliate of Benefis Health System in Great Falls, MT. Serves Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. La Leche League. 293-2013, 343 Rustic Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Offers free guidance and information to breastfeeding mothers and mothers-to-be who are interested in breastfeeding. Medicaid Helplines (Montana Only). For current Medicaid clients only. Call 800-362-8312 for Medicaid information. Call 800-376-1115 for Medicaid fraud help. Call 800-292-7114 for general Medicaid transportation help. Prescription Assistance. 888-477-2669. Helps qualifying patients without prescription drug coverage get the medicines they need through the program that is right for them. Many will get their medications free or nearly free. Offers a single point of access to more than 475 public and private programs. Funded by America s pharmaceutical research companies. Tamarack Grief Resource Center. 261-0724, 17 Second Street East, #202, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. TOPS (Take off Pounds Sensibly). 800-932-8677. Tobacco Quit Line. 800-784-8669. 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. HUMAN SERVICE PROVIDERS American Red Cross of Montana. 800-272-6668 (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. Community Action Partnership of Northwest Montana (CAPNM). 752-6565, 800-344-5979, 214 Main Street, P.O. Box 8300, Kalispell, MT 59904. Services include Courtyard Apartments, Employment & Training Department, Free to Choo$e, Home Buyer Education, Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP), Mutual Self-Help Housing Program, New Economy Project (NEP), Personal Touch Home Care, Project Homeless Connect, Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program, VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance), Weatherization Program, and Work Readiness Component (WoRC). Services are available in Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Language Interpretation. 293-6407, P.O. Box 1193, Libby, MT 59923. Interpretation services for Spanish and French. Lupus Information. 270-5439. Provides one-on-one information and support for those coping with lupus. Office of Public Assistance (OPA). 293-3791, 933 Farm to Market Road, Suite C, P.O. Box 1570, Libby MT 59923. Administers Medicaid, SNAP and TANF (Temporary Assistance to Needy Families). Assists with application process for SNAP (formerly Food Stamps) and/or Medicaid. Social Security Administration. 888-487-0150 (Kalispell), 800-772-1213 (National), 275 Corporate Drive, Suite D, Kalispell, MT 59901. Processes applications for Social Security, retirement and disability, Medicare, survivors and dependants, Supplemental Security Income. Handles questions concerning benefit checks and Social Security numbers. Handles Social Security Cards. United Way. 752-7266, 888-720-7266, United Way, Gateway Community Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 31, P.O. Box 7217, Kalispell, MT 59904. United Way brings together diverse people and resources to address the most urgent issues in Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, Sanders & Glacier counties. Services include assessment of community needs, allocation of resources, Gifts In Kind Program, Volunteer Center, information and referral, and community resource development. ASSISTED LIVING, PERSONAL CARE & HOME HEALTH RESOURCES A Plus Health Care. 293-9002, 406-755-4968, 877-755-4968, 1310 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Offers: Personal Care, Self-Directed Care, Private Care, Medical Staffing. Serves Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, Sanders, and Glacier counties. Addus Healthcare. 293-9651, 415 West Ninth Street, Libby, MT 59923. An in-home care agency that is committed to providing a service that allows independence and individual choice to the elderly and/or disabled. Serves Lincoln, Sanders and other counties. Diabetes Care Program. 283-7319, 209 Health Park Drive, Libby, MT 59923. This program is a satellite of Kalispell Regional Healthcare (KRH). KRH is our sponsoring organization and collaborates with the Libby program for optimal Diabetes Self-Management Education. Frontier Hospice. 755-4923, 29 Second Street East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Good Samaritan Society - Mountain View Manor. 297-2541, 10 Mountain View Drive, P.O. Box 327, Eureka MT 59917. Provides 24-hour nursing care including individualized plans of care, long-term care, adult day care, plus occupational and physical therapy services. Home CareGivers. 883-3590, 1310 Main Street, P.O. Box 747, Polson, MT 59860. Provides personal care assistance services for all ages that enable people to stay in their homes. Serves Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Home Health - KRH Home Options: 751-4200 (Flathead/Lincoln counties), 676-7300 (Lake County), 430 Windward Way, Suite 101, Kalispell, MT 59901. Includes skilled nursing, rehabilitation services, health management services, and home infusion that gives hospital-quality IV therapy. Home Sweet Home, Inc. 889-5915, 144 Tobacco Valley View Drive, Eureka, MT 59917. Hospice - KRH Home Options: 751-4200 (Flathead/Lincoln counties), 676-7300 (Lake County), 430 Windward Way, Suite 101, Kalispell, MT 59901. Helps people with serious illness live life fully and keep personal control over their lives through a compassionate approach to end-of-life care. Kootenai Volunteer Hospice. 293-3923, 42 Pinewood Lane, Libby, Mt 59923. If you are looking for reliable, quality and competitive service on your vehicle... YOUR LOOKING FOR EISINGER MOTORS COMPLETE SERVICE CENTER FOR ALL GM MODELS. 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60 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition KRH Home Options. 751-4200 (Flathead/Lincoln counties), 676-7300 (Lake County), 430 Windward Way, Suite 101, Kalispell, MT 59901. Offers a comprehensive and advanced range of services provided by a qualified and professional staff for Home Health, Private Care, and Hospice. Private Care - KRH Home Options: Provides whatever the aged, ill or disabled or their families need in order for their loved ones to remain in their homes. St. Mary s Residential Home, LLC. 889-5765, Eureka, MT 59917. A residential home for the elderly. BASIC NEED RESOURCES Community Action Partnership of Northwest Montana (CAPNM). 752-6565, 800-344-5979, 214 Main Street, P.O. Box 8300, Kalispell, MT 59904. Services include Courtyard Apartments, Employment & Training Department, Free to Choo$e, Home Buyer Education, Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP), Mutual Self-Help Housing Program, New Economy Project (NEP), Personal Touch Home Care, Project Homeless Connect, Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program, VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance), Weatherization Program, and Work Readiness Component (WoRC). Services are available in Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Community Soup Night. 297-2188, P.O. Box 745, Eureka, MT 59917. The purpose of Community Soup Night is to provide companionship and hot meals for those in need in a safe, warm, and friendly environment. Meals are free to those in need but donations from others in attendance would be appreciated. Held on Tuesdays from 4-7 pm at the Tobacco Valley Senior Citizen s Center, 310 First Avenue East, in Eureka. Farmers Markets: Eureka. 889-4636, Eureka Farmers Market, 2 Dewey Avenue, P.O. Box 186, Eureka, MT 5917. Open Wednesdays, 4:30-6:30 pm at the south end of Main Street at Riverside Park. Libby. 293-3996, Libby Farmers Market, P.O. Box 1099, Libby, MT 59923. Open Thursdays, 1-6 pm, May - October, in the Chamber of Commerce Parking Lot, 905 West Ninth Street in Libby. Troy. 295-9756. Open Fridays, 3:30-6 pm, May - October, in the parking lot of the Troy Mu seum, Highway 2 and St. Regis Road in Troy. Food Banks & Pantries. Eureka. 297-2358, Tobacco Valley Food Pantry & Thrift Store, 109 Dewey Avenue, P.O. Box 714, Eureka, MT 59917. Food distribution 2nd and 3rd Thursdays, Noon - 2 pm. Eureka. 882-4517, Eureka Foursquare Church Food Pantry, 406 Second Avenue, P.O. Box 1696, Eureka, MT 59917. Open the first Wednesday of every month but will gladly open the pantry anytime you need food. Libby. 293-3332, Libby Food Pantry, 724 Louisiana Avenue, P.O. Box 311, Libby, MT 59923. Food distribution every Tuesday and 2nd and 3rd Fridays, 10 am - 2 pm. Libby. 293-3747, Libby Christian Church Food Pantry, 100 Kootenai River Road, Libby, MT 59923. Provides food assistance to those in need. Open Thursdays, 10 am - 1 pm. Also has a Mission Store that provides clothing to those in need (please call first). Troy. 295-5847, Troy Food Pantry, 301 East Kootenai Avenue, P.O. Box 945, Troy, MT 59935. Provides temporary, emergency food assistance to those in need. Food is distributed Mon days, 10:30 am - Noon. Keep The Lights On. 293-7122, 800-735-8489, Flathead Electric Cooperative, Libby Office, 121 West Fourth Street, Libby, MT 59923. Low-income families in disconnect status can qualify for additional financial assistance once every 12 months if the family gross income for the last 12 months falls within the federal guidelines for low income. Kootenai Kiwanis Koats for Kids Program. 334-1156, 293-7559, P.O. Box 1324, Libby, MT 59923. During winter months coats are distributed to youth or anyone in need a coat at 702 Idaho Avenue in Libby. Libby Ministerial Association. 291-4234, 293-4397 (Church Office), P.O. Box 1305, Libby, MT 59923. Provides emergency assistance for people in need in the Libby area for gasoline vouchers, rental assistance, emergency meal vouchers. Lincoln County Public Health. 297-2023, 66121 Highway 37, P.O. Box 2012, Eureka, MT 59917. The County Nurses s office provides immunizations, blood pressure checks, follow-up on contagious diseases, education and information. Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP). 752-5433, 800-344-5979, Community Action Partnership of Northwest Montana (CAPNM), 214 Main Street, P.O. Box 8300, Kalispell, MT 59904. Assists eligible low income individuals and families pay a portion of their household winter energy bills. Customers may also be eligible for discounts from local utility companies based upon LIEAP eligibility. Services are available in Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Medicaid. 293-3791, Office of Public Assistance, 933 Farm to Market Road, Suite C, P.O. Box 1570, Libby, MT 59923. Assistance with medical bills for people with low incomes who meet eligibility requirements. Applications are available at the Office of Public Assistance or online at www.dphhs.mt.gov Medicaid Helplines (Montana Only). For current Medicaid clients only. Call 800-362-8312 for Medicaid information. Call 800-376-1115 for Medicaid fraud. Call 800-292-7114 for general Medicaid transportation. Medicaid Transportation Center. 800-292-7114, Helena, MT 59604. Call BEFORE you arrange travel because all transportation must be approved before you travel in order for you to be paid. (You will be paid after you travel to your appointment.) Medicaid and HMK Plus may pay for you to get to your health care provider or other health care service if the service is covered by Medicaid or HMK Plus and you have no other way to get there. Montana Health Improvement Program. 283-6902, Northwest Community Health Center (NW- CHC), 320 East Second Street, Libby, MT 59923. For Medicaid and HMK Plus patients with chronic illnesses or risks of developing serious health conditions. Program is operated by Montana Medicaid through a regional network of Community and Tribal Health Centers with NWCHC as the health center for Lincoln and Sanders counties. Northwest Community Health Center (NWCHC). 283-6900, 320 East Second Street, Libby, MT 59923. Branches are located in: NWCHC - Eureka. 297-7220, 100 Dewey Avenue, Eureka, MT 59917. NWCHC - Troy. 295-8318, 206 Callahan Road, Troy, MT 59935. Office of Public Assistance (OPA). 293-3791, 933 Farm to Market Road, Suite C, P.O. Box 1570, Libby MT 59923. Administers Medicaid, SNAP and TANF (Temporary Assistance to Needy Families). Assists with application process for SNAP (formerly Food Stamps) and/or Medicaid and with referrals to other programs. Round Up For Safety. 751-4429, Flathead Electric Cooperative (FEC), 2510 Highway 2 East, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides an option for Co-Op members to round-up their bill to the nearest dollar. All of these funds go to local non-profit organizations for safety related projects and programs. Summer Food Service Program (SFSP). 800-809-4752 (Find a Site). Provides free, nutritious meals and snacks to help children in low-income areas get the nutrition they need to learn, play, and grow throughout the summer months when they are out of school. Most locations are at local schools. (SFSP is a federally funded program administered through the US Department of Agriculture. The Montana Office of Public Instruction administers the program at the state level.) Tobacco Valley Ministerial Association. 297-2139, 1813 Highway 93 North, Eureka, Mt 59917. Provides emergency assistance for people in crisis who live in the Eureka Area. Weatherization Program. 755-7363, 888-750-7360, Community Action Partnership of Northwest Montana (CAPNM), 214 Main Street, P.O. Box 8300, Kalispell, MT 59904. Helps reduce the high cost of energy for low-income households. Installs a combination of energy saving measures such as wall, attic and floor insulation, decreases the amount of air infiltration from doors and windows and performs efficiency and safety checks on heating systems. Special consideration is given to emergencies, elderly and disabled individuals. Services are available in Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. COUNSELING & MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES Brownback, Ann, MSW, MAT, LCSW. 293-4329, 415 Louisiana Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Catholic Social Services of Montana. 800-BABY-DUE (800-222-9383), 1301 11th Avenue, P.O. Box 907, Helena, MT 59624. Provides free, confidential counseling and services to women experience an unplanned pregnancy. An open adoption agency. Christiansen, Joan, MPC, LCPC. 293-7900, 211 Mineral Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Guinard, Randy L., LCSW. 293-3993, 804 Mineral Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Lawler Counseling Services. 291-2827, 403 First Avenue East, Eureka, MT 59917. Lincoln County Mental Health Center. 293-8746, 34169 Highway 2, P.O. Box 1446, Libby, MT 59923. Assists individuals on an outpatient basis as they recover from mental illness and reoccurring disorders. Is an office of Western Montana Mental Health Center. Myers, Jim, PhD, FACFE, LCPC, DABPS. 293-6492, 1317 Dakota Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Mills Spring Counseling, PLLC. 297-7900, 99 Mills Spring Road, Eureka, MT 59917. Danielle Kimbrell, LMFT, LAC, LCSW; Jeffrey Scogin, LCPC. Northwest Consulting & Advocacy. 882-4738, Trego, MT 59934. Alan McCurry, MA. Sterling, Alice, LCPC, CCDC. 293-6118, P.O. Box 1838, Eureka, MT 59917. Volkmann, Peter, MA, LCPC. 293-4644, 912 Main Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Western Montana Mental Health Center. 800-273-8255 (Crisis), 877-688-3377 (Warm Line). A 24-hour crisis intervention service and assessment for any person experiencing a mental health crisis. CRISIS INTERVENTION RESOURCES AA - Find A Meeting. 888-607-2000, Alcoholics Anonymous. Call to find meeting times and locations in these Lincoln county locations: Eureka, Libby, and Troy. AA Hotline. 888-607-2000 (Montana Only). Addiction Search. 800-559-9503. Nationwide addiction assistance helpline. A free drug and alcohol addiction resource for treatment and recovery. Adult Probation/Parole Bureau. 293-7739, 417 Mineral Avenue Suite 5, Libby, 59923. Adult Rehabilitation Centers (ARCS). 257-4357, Salvation Army, 110 Bountiful Drive, P.O. Box 8357, Kalispell, MT 59904. ARCS form the largest network of rehabilitation programs in the nation, helping men and women to overcome alcohol and drug dependencies. Call for the location of a Center near you. Adult Protective Services (APS). 293-3757, 933 Farm to Market Road, Suite D, Libby, MT 59923. An agency given authority by the Montana legislature to investigate reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of individuals over 60 years of age or developmentally disabled adults over 18 years of age. In instances of imminent danger to the individual, APS may remove the individual from danger and arrange for a safe, temporary living situation. The Libby office serves Lincoln and Sanders counties. Alano Club of Kalispell. 755-0249, 55 First Avenue West North, Kalispell, MT 59901. A central place for AA members to hold meetings as well as a place to socialize and encourage one another. Catholic Social Services of Montana. 800-BABY-DUE (800-222-9383), 1301 11th Avenue, P.O. Box 907, Helena, MT 59624. Provides free, confidential counseling and services to women experiencing an unplanned pregnancy. An open adoption agency. Child & Family Services. 866-820-5437 (Hot Line), 293-3757, 933 Farm to Market Road, Suite D, Libby, MT 59923. Protects children who have been or are at substantial risk of abuse, neglect or abandonment. Mission is to keep children safe and families strong. A division of Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services. Child Abuse/Neglect Hotline. 866-820-5437 (Free/24 Hours/7 Days), 866-341-8811 (TTY-Hearing Impaired). Montana Child & Family Services Division. Investigation and protective services for suspected child abuse and neglect cases. Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline. 800-4-A-CHILD. Crisis counselors available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Domestic Violence Hotline - National. 800-799-SAFE (7233), 800-787-3224 (TTY). Hotline advocates are available for victims and anyone calling on their behalf to provide crisis intervention, safety planning, information, and referrals to agencies. Direct connection to domestic violence resources available in the caller s area. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Domestic Violence Support Group. 293-3223 (Helpline), Lincoln County Crisis Solutions. For anyone who has experienced physical or emotional abuse in a relationship, past or present. Flathead Valley Chemical Dependency Clinic. 756-6453, 1312 North Meridian Road, P.O. Box 7115, Kalispell, MT 59904. Community based outpatient substance abuse treatment and prevention services. Eureka. 297-2822, 66121 Highway 37, P.O. Box 1409, Eureka, MT 59917. Libby. 293-7731, 711 California Avenue, P.O. Box 756, Libby, MT 59923. Help Net - First Call for Help. 752-8181, 800-332-8425, P.O. Box 8181, Kalispell, MT 59904. An information and referral line that links people to services, counselors and support groups. Home Free Program for Runaways. 800-786-2929 (800-RUNAWAY), National Runaway Switchboard (NRS). This national toll-free hotline is the starting point for runaways aged 12-20 to be returned home via free bus service. The runaway must be between the ages of 12 and 20. NRS must verify a missing person s report has been filed in the hometown of any runaway who is under 18. Juvenile Probation Officer. 293-9715, Libby, MT 59923. Kootenai Kiwanis Koats for Kids Program. 334-1156, 293-7559, P.O. Box 1324, Libby, MT 59923. During winter months coats are distributed to youth or anyone in need of a coat at 702 Idaho Avenue in Libby. Lincoln County Crisis Solutions. 293-3223 (Crisis Line), Libby, MT 59923. Offers confidential crisis intervention, emergency shelter, assistance in filing Temporary Orders of Protection, education on domestic violence, peer counseling, and support groups for women. Shelters are located in Libby and Eureka. Missing & Exploited Children Hotline. 800-843-5678 (800-THE-LOST). Operators are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Please report any information regarding a missing child. Overeaters Anonymous. 293-9704 (#50047), 291-9469 (#51295). Support program for individuals struggling with overeating. Pathways Treatment Center. 756-3950, 800-752-3950, 200 Heritage Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides acute inpatient services for Northwest Montana clients who have mental health and/or substance abuse issues. Poison Hotline. 800-222-1222. 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. Substance Abuse & Mental Health Treatment Referral Service. 800-662-HELP (4357). A 24- Hour free and confidential Helpline. Call for help in locating treatment locations, treatment options or support groups in your area. Will automatically transfer to Montana. Sponsored by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Suicide Prevention Hotline for Veterans. 800-273-TALK (Press 1 ). Will be routed to the Veterans Suicide Prevention Hotline. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Veterans Health Administration (VHA) has founded a national suicide prevention hotline to ensure veterans in emotional crisis are able to chat with a crisis counselor and get help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Suicide Prevention Lifeline. 800-273-TALK (8255), 800-799-4TTY (4889), 24-hours service nationwide. Available to anyone in suicidal crisis; call for yourself or anyone you care about. Victim/Witness Department. 283-2415, Lincoln County Courthouse, 418 Mineral Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. The Coordinator/Advocate works as a link between the victim or witness and the Criminal Justice System. Serves victims in a compassionate, respectful manner and provides services that lessen the impact of the abuse or crime as well as the re-victimization of the victim or witness. We Care Pregnancy Center. 297-2079, 607 Dewey Avenue, #5, P.O. Box 78, Eureka, MT 59917. Offers free pregnancy tests, maternity clothes, baby clothes/furniture, prenatal vitamins, formula/baby food, rides to doctor appointments and more. Women s Helpline. 293-3223 (Helpline), 293-9141 (Business Office), P.O. Box 2, Libby, MT 59923. Youth Court Services. 293-9715, Libby, MT 59923. DISABILITY/SELF SUFFICIENCY RESOURCES Achievements, Inc. 293-8848, 101 Mineral Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Provides residential and vocational services to adults who are developmentally disabled. The Park Side Thrift Store in Libby provides job training, skill development and wages for individuals in our service. ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) Assessments. 257-0048, 800-995-0029, Summit Independent Living Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 35, Kalispell, MT 59901. Offers consultation and survey services to determine compliance with the ADA and other disability related laws. ADA Information. 800-949-4232 (Voice/TTY), DBTach Rocky Mountain ADA Center, 3630 Sinton Road #103, Colorado Springs, CO 80907. Provides information on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to individuals and organizations. Adult Protective Services (APS). 293-3757, 933 Farm to Market Road, Suite D, Libby, MT 59923. An agency given authority by the Montana legislature to investigate reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of individuals over 60 years of age or developmentally disabled adults over 18 years of age. In instances of imminent danger to the individual, APS may remove the individual from danger and arrange for a safe, temporary living situation. The Libby office serves Lincoln and Sanders counties. Blind and Low Vision Services. 888-279-7528, 406-329-5400 Voice/TTY, 2675 Palmer Street, Suite A, Missoula, MT 59808. 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. Brain Injury Alliance of Montana. 800-241-6442 (Montana Only), 406-541-6442 (Office), 1280 South Third Street West, Suite 4, Missoula, MT 59801. Is committed to help create a better future through brain injury prevention, research, education, and advocacy. Includes follow-up information, referrals for resources, and support for transitioning back to family life, work, school and the community. Has a Brain Injury Help Line (800-241-6442), support groups, and a Speaker s Bureau. Brain Injury Support Groups. 293-6518 (Libby), 295-9753 (Troy), 295-9322 (Troy). For people in Lincoln County who have suffered a traumatic brain injury, from any cause, and for their loved ones. BRC Services. 249-4966, 150 River Road, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. 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. Disability Benefits Advising. 257-0048, 800-995-0029, Summit Independent Living Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 35, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides assistance in applying for, understanding of, and management of disability benefits for Social Security Disability Insurance. Provides support and advice or actually helps with the completion of forms and gathering of evidence. Serves Flathead and Lincoln counties. Disability Peer Advocacy Group. 257-0048, 800-995-0029, Summit Independent Living Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 35, Kalispell, MT 59901. Individuals with disabilities are matched one-onone with a peer advocate who has a similar disability for mentoring and support. Peer advocates must complete an intensive training before they are matched with others. Peer Advocates also do community advocacy and education. The Kalispell office serves Flathead and Lincoln counties. Disability Personal Assistance. 406-728-1632 (Missoula), 800-398-9002, Summit Independent Living Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 35, Kalispell, MT 59901. Clients hire, fire, and supervise their own personal care assistant to help them with the activities of daily living. Handles payroll, withholdings, workers comp, and unemployment insurance for the personal assistant. Disability Rights Montana. 800-245-4743 (Voice/TDD), 406-449-2344 (Voice/TDD), 1022 Chestnut Street, Helena, MT 59601. Protects and advocates for the human, legal, and civil rights of Montanans with disabilities while advancing dignity, equality, and self-determination. Discussion Group for Men/Women with Disabilities. 257-0048, Summit Independent Living Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 35, Kalispell, MT 59901. Offers opportunities to: find needed resources; provide and receive encouragement/support; make new friends; discover a renewed purpose; and listen to special guest speakers. Men s group meets 3rd Mondays every month, 6:30 pm, at The Summit Conference Room #2, 205 Sunnyview Lane, in Kalispell. The Women s Group meets 2nd and 4th Fridays every month from 1-3 pm, in the United Way Conference Room at the Gateway Community Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, in Kalispell. Home & Community Based Services. 752-0580, 1825 Highway 93 South, Suite F, Kalispell, MT 59901. This Medicaid Waiver program addresses the needs of Medicaid eligible Montanans who need assistance/support to meet ongoing health needs by developing/managing home based care. Service by Benefis Spectrum Medical, an affiliate of Benefis Health System in Great Falls, MT. Serves Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Independent Living Skills Training. 257-0048, 800-995-0029, Summit Independent Living Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 35, Kalispell, MT 59901. Offers a way to develop knowledge, skill and or experience in areas that the consumer chooses. Can be provided one-on-one or in a group workshop. Topics Include: self-esteem, disability adjustment, self advocacy, ADA, time management, money management, etc. The Kalispell office serves Flathead and Lincoln counties. Lincoln County Mental Health Center. 293-8746, 34169 Highway 2, P.O. Box 1446, Libby, MT 59923. Offers 24-hour crisis intervention and assessment services for any person experiencing a mental health crisis. An affiliate of Western Montana Mental Health Center. Living Well With A Disability. 257-0048, 800-995-0029, Summit Independent Living Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 35, Kalispell, MT 59901. Workshop for people with all types of disabilities. Ten week course covers goal setting, problem solving, depression, communication, physical activity, nutrition, self advocacy, and more. Gives individuals an opportunity to meet other people with the same or similar disabilities and learn from each other. The Kalispell office serves Flathead and Lincoln counties. Opportunity Resources, Inc. 800-273-8255 (Crisis), 8877-688-3377 (Warm Line). Helps people with developmental disabilities gain a high quality of life by assisting them in getting the support they need. Libby. 293-7336, 952 East Spruce Street, #200, Libby, MT 59923. Eureka. 297-6003, 471-1690, 890 First Avenue, P.O. Box 2054, Eureka, MT 59917. Special Olympics Montana. 800-242-6876, P.O. Box 3507, Great Falls, MT 59403. Recreational events for persons aged 8 and older with intellectual disabilities. Sign Language Classes. 257-0048, 800-995-0029, Summit Independent Living Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 35, Kalispell, MT 59901. Classes from beginning to advanced levels are taught by people who are deaf. The Kalispell office serves Flathead and Lincoln counties. Summit Independent Living Center, Inc. 257-0048, 800-995-0029, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 35, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides information, referral, and assistance in locating local community resources such as: affordable and accessible housing; financial resources and benefits programs; in-home The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition 61 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. FOOD PROGRAMS Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CFSP). Funded by the US Department of Agriculture and sponsored by Western Montana Area VI Agency on Aging. Local organizations under contract determine eligibility and distribute foods. Eureka (Applications & Distribution). 297-2188, 310 First Avenue East, P.O. Box 745, Eureka, MT 59917. Libby (Applications & Distribution). 283-2314, VFW, 114 West Second Street, Libby, MT 59923. Troy (Applications & Distribution). 295-1054, Kootenai Senior Center, 304 Third Street, Troy, MT 59935. Applications are available at the Senior Center; call for more information regarding Distribution. Community Soup Night. 297-2188, P.O. Box 745, Eureka, MT 59917. The purpose of Community Soup Night is to provide companionship and hot meals for those in need in a safe, warm, and friendly environment. Meals are free to those in need but donations from others in attendance would be appreciated. Held on Tuesdays from 4-7pm at the Tobacco Valley Senior Citizen s Center, 310 First Avenue East, in Eureka. Food Banks & Pantries. Eureka. 297-2358, Tobacco Valley Food Pantry & Thrift Store, 109 Dewey Avenue, P.O. Box 714, Eureka, MT 59917. Food distribution 2nd and 3rd Thursdays, Noon - 2 pm. Eureka. 882-4517, Eureka Foursquare Church Food Pantry, 406 Second Avenue, P.O. Box 1696, Eureka, MT 59917. Open the first Wednesday of every month but will gladly open the pantry anytime you need food. Libby. 293-3332, Libby Food Pantry, 724 Louisiana Avenue, P.O. Box 311, Libby, MT 59923. Food distribution every Tuesday and 2nd and 3rd Fridays, 10 am - 2 pm. Libby. 293-3747, Libby Christian Church Food Pantry, 100 Kootenai River Road, Libby, MT 59923. Provides food assistance to those in need. Open Thursdays, 10 am - 1 pm. Also has a Mission Store that provides clothing to those in need (please call first). Troy. 295-5847, Troy Food Pantry, 301 East Kootenai Avenue, P.O. Box 945, Troy, MT 59935. Provides temporary, emergency food assistance to those in need. Food is distributed Mon days, 10:30 am - Noon. Meals on Wheels: Eureka. 297-2188, Tobacco Valley Senior Center, 310 First Avenue East, P.O. Box 745, Eureka, MT 59917. Libby. 293-7222, Libby Senior Center, 206 East Second Street, Libby, MT 59923. Troy. 295-4140, Kootenai Senior Center, 304 Third Street, P.O. Box 74, Troy, MT 59935. Also offers home-delivered meals. SNAP - Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. 293-3791, Lincoln County Office of Public Assistance, 933 Farm to Market Road, Suite C, P.O. Box. 1570, Libby, MT 59923. A federal assistance program to help low income families or individuals supplement their monthly food budget. Applications available at the Office of Public Assistance or online at www.dphhs.gov SNAP Hotline. 800-332-2272, Montana Citizens Advocate Office, Helena, MT. Get information on SNAP benefit questions. Summer Food Program. Provides free, nutritious meals (breakfast and/or lunch) and/or snacks to help children in low-income areas get the nutrition they need to learn, play, and grow. Offered during the summer break from school. Offered in Eureka, Fortine, Libby, Troy. WIC (Women, Infants & Children) Nutritional Program. Nutrition & education program reaching out to women (pregnant & nursing), infants, and children under 5 having nutrition or medical needs. Eureka. 293-5711, North Lincoln County Annex, 66121 Highway 37, Eureka, MT 59917. Libby. 293-5711, 418 Main Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Mailing Address: 512 California Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Troy. 293-5711, Troy Community Baptist Church, 725 East Missoula, Troy, MT 59935. Mailing address: 512 California Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. HOUSING & SHELTER RESOURCES Golden Lion Manor. 295-7507, 707 East Grant, Troy, MT 59935. Subsidized apartments for those aged 60 and older or disabled. Green Meadow Manor. 293-5651, 403 Idaho Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Apartments for low-income seniors and disabled. Habitat for Humanity - Kootenai Valley Partners. 293-3705 (Christ Lutheran Church). Mailing Address: P.O. Box 19, Libby, MT 59923. An Ecumenical Christian partnership working to build homes for people in need. Montana Landlords Association (MLA). 250-0729, Flathead Chapter, 1360 Lake Blaine Road, P.O. Box 7, Kalispell, MT 59903. 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. Treasure Manor. 293-8268, 206 East Second Street, Libby, MT 59923. Mailing Address: 610 Treasure Avenue, #33, Libby, MT 59923. Low income housing for seniors aged 62 and older and persons with disabilities. PROGRAMS FOR SPECIFIC TARGET GROUPS CHILD/YOUTH RESOURCES 4-H Clubs. 283-2452, Lincoln County MSU Extension Office, 418 Mineral Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Provides 4-H youth education through project work and school enhancement programming. Clubs are located in Eureka, Fortine, Libby, Trego, and Troy. Acadia Montana. 800-477-1067, 55 Basin Creek Road, Butte, MT 59701. Residential treatment center for young people ages 8-18 in need of assistance with co-occurring behavioral, emotional and psychiatric disorders. Alateen. 756-1499, 55 First Avenue West North, Kalispell, MT 59901. A support program for teenagers to help with recovery from the effects of living with problem drinking of a relative or friend. Babe Ruth Baseball. 293-3928, 1111 Montana Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. For ages 13-15. Boy Scouts of America. 751-8760, 1203 Highway 2 West, Unit 29, P.O. Box 1972, Kalispell, MT 59903. Scouting s purpose is to build young men of character who understand their duty to God, family, country, and self. These young men are put in tough situations that require decision-making, leadership, teamwork, commitment and follow-through. Merit badges, camping, uniforms, patrols, youth leadership and other visible elements are what we all associate with Scouting. Scouting is not a camping program! Serves Flathead, Lake, Lincoln and Sanders counties. Children s Rights Montana. 406-647-9906, 227 Jim Street, Billings, MT 59101. Offers free referrals to help stop child abuse in Montana. Cannot appoint legal counsel or give legal advice but can give phone numbers, addresses and, if available, directions to helpful organizations in your area. Helps give the necessary tools to enable making the right decision(s) to protect children and parental rights. Children s Special Health Services (CSHS). 800-762-9891 (parent toll free number), 1400 Broadway, Room A116, P.O. Box 20295, Helena, MT 59620. 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.
62 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition Chrysalis. 889-5577, 77 Trails End Road, Eureka, MT 59917. Therapeutic, home-based residential setting for adolescent girls ages 13-18. Club Z - Affordable Home Tutoring Services. 756-2223. Provides professional one-on-one tutoring in the student s home. All tutors are certified teachers or degreed professionals with a passion for teaching. Tutoring services are available in Libby. Services are also available in Flathead, Lake, and Sanders counties. FACT: Families Advocating for Car Seat Transport. 293-6242, 83 Collins Avenue, P.O. Box 762, Libby, MT 59923. Promotes child passenger safety including child safety seats education and installation. There are safety seat fitting stations and certified child passenger safety technicians to install the seats. Car seat clinics once a month - call for more information. Girl Scouts of Montana and Wyoming. 800-736-5243 Ext 2304, 1203 Highway 2 west, Unit 28, Kalispell, MT 59901. Leadership building programs are focused on three main areas: healthy living, financial literacy, and S.T.E.M (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) for younger girls; the BFF and bullying (Be a Friend First) program for middle school girls; and financial literacy, which is our cookie program. Head Start: Eureka. 297-5507, Tobacco Valley Center, Eureka, MT 59917. Mailing Address: 79 Seventh Avenue East North, Kalispell, MT 59901. Located in Eureka Elementary School, 235 Seventh Street East, Eureka, MT 59917. Libby. 293-6242, Early Head Start Learning Center, 105 Conifer, P.O. Box 762, Libby, MT 59923. Libby. 293-4502, Kootenai Valley Head Start. 247 Indian Head Road, Libby, MT 59923. Troy. 295-6508, Kootenai Valley Head Start, 509 East Spokane Avenue, Troy, MT 59935. Kootenai Kiwanis Koats for Kids Program. 334-1156, 293-7559, P.O. Box 1324, Libby, MT 59923. During winter months coats are distributed to youth or anyone in need of a coat at 702 Idaho Avenue in Libby. Libby Community Interagencies, Inc. 293-3620, P.O. Box 390, Libby, MT 59923. Provides tobacco prevention services; services for families such as home visiting program for children 0-5 years old and teaching parents to be the teachers of their children; services for domestic violence victims; services for rape victims such as a rape prevention class; and serves as an umbrella organization to start up new non-profit organizations. Libby Loggers. 291-1564, P.O. Box 1528, Libby, MT 59923. The Libby Loggers, an American Legion affiliated baseball team, is open to 15-19 year old ballplayers from Libby, Troy, Noxon and the surrounding areas. Montana Youth ChalleNGe Academy (MYCA). 877-FOR-MYCP (877-367-6927), 790 East Cornell Street, Dillon, MT 59725. Assists at-risk Montana youth in developing skills and abilities necessary to become productive citizens. Focus is on their physical, emotional, and educational needs for 22 weeks in a highly structured environment and followed by a 12-month community-based mentoring program. MYCA is part of the National Guard Youth ChallenNGe Program. North Lincoln County CAN DO. 297-7026, 124 Riverside Drive, #101, Eureka, MT 59917. Community coalition dedicated to underage substance use/abuse prevention. Project Linus - Eureka Chapter. 889-3595. Provides warmth and comfort to children who are seriously ill, traumatized, or otherwise in need through gifts of new, handmade blankets and afghans created by volunteer blanketeers. Project Linus is comprised of hundreds of local chapters and thousands of volunteers across the United States. Runaway Switchboard (Hotline). 800-RUNAWAY (800-786-2929), National Runaway Switchboard. Call if you are a teenager who is thinking of running from home, if you have a friend who has run and is looking for help, or if you are a runaway ready to go home through our Home Free program. Call if you are a teacher looking for information to pass along to your students about alternatives to running from home. Call if you care about a youth and want information on how you can help someone who may be at risk of running from home. Summer Food Program. Provides free, nutritious meals (breakfast and/or lunch) and/or snacks to help children in low-income areas get the nutrition they need to learn, play, and grow. Offered during the summer break from school. Offered in Eureka, Fortine, Libby, Troy. Turning Winds. 800-845-1380, 6885 Bauman Street, Bonners Ferry, ID 83805. A co-ed therapeutic, boarding school for alternative education for ages 12-18. Youth Court Services. 293-9715, Libby, MT 59923. FAMILY RESOURCES AARP Tax-Aide Program. 888-227-7669. The Tax-Aide Program offers free tax services, by appointment only, for low-to-middle income taxpayers with special attention given to those aged 60 and over, ensuring they receive applicable tax credits and deductions. Tax-Aide sites are open annually from February 1 to April 15; call to locate a site near you. Addresses of these sites are announced in January in area local newspapers as physical locations may change from year to year. Child & Adult Care Food Program (CACFP). 756-1414, 800-204-0644, The Nurturing Center, 146 Third Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. The Center sponsors this program in Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. It is a federal program that provides funding for nutritious meals and snacks to children while they are in registered child care. Child & Family Services. 866-820-5437 (Hot Line), 293-3757, 933 Farm to Market Road, Suite D, Libby, MT 59923. Protects children who have been or are at substantial risk of abuse, neglect or abandonment. Mission is to keep children safe and families strong. A division of Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services. Child Abuse/Neglect Hotline. 866-820-5437 (Free/24 Hours/7 Days), 866-341-8811 (TTY-Hearing Impaired). Montana Child & Family Services Division. Investigation and protective services for suspected child abuse and neglect cases. Child Support Enforcement Division. 800-346-5437 (Hotline), 406-329-7910, 2675 Palmer Street, Suite C, Missoula, MT 59808. State agency that assists single parents in securing child support from the absentee parent. Establishes paternity, medical orders, and enforcement of the orders. Covers Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, Sanders and other counties. Families in Partnership (FIP). 293-6242, 83 Collins Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Committed to promoting and developing the potential of families and improving the community through effective action and leadership. Its purpose is exclusively educational and charitable. Family Concepts: Nurtures positive parenting in a physically safe and emotionally healthy environment. Eureka. 297-3435, Families in Partnership, 100 Dewey Avenue, P.O. Box 1863, Eureka, MT 59917. Libby. 291-5273, 803 California Avenue, #3, Libby, MT 59923. Family Planning Clinic. 283-6900, Northwest Community Health Center, 320 East Second Street, Libby, MT 59923. Family Planning Program: 283-6900, 855-313-0069 (Information Line; also After Hours Contact), Northwest Community Health Center, 320 East Second Street, Libby, MT 59923. Includes a Family Planing Clinic. Has satellite offices in Eureka, and Troy. Eureka. 297-7220, 855-313-0069 (Information Line), 100 Dewey Avenue, Eureka, MT 59917. Troy. 295-8318, 855-313-0069 (Information Line), 206 Callahan Road, Troy, MT 59935. Head Start: Eureka. 297-5507, Tobacco Valley Center, Eureka, MT 59917. Mailing Address: 79 Seventh Avenue East North, Kalispell, MT 59901. Located in Eureka Elementary School, 235 Seventh Street East, Eureka, MT 59917. Libby. 293-6242, Early Head Start Learning Center, 105 Conifer, P.O. Box 762, Libby, MT 59923. Libby. 293-4502, Kootenai Valley Head Start. 247 Indian Head Road, Libby, MT 59923.
Troy. 295-6508, Kootenai Valley Head Start, 509 East Spokane Avenue, Troy, MT 59935. Montana 4-H. 293-7781 Ext 211 (Libby), 296-9019 (Eureka). The Lincoln County Extension Office provides 4-H youth education through project work and school enhancement programming in 10 clubs that are situated in Libby, Eureka, Troy, Fortine and Trego. Pre-Natal Classes. 283-7179, Cabinet Peaks Medical Center, 209 Health Park Drive, Libby, MT 59923. A 4-week series of classes to help parents prepare for the birth of their child. Ronald McDonald House: Aids families whose children are facing life-threatening injury or illness. The Ronald McDonald Houses let families stay close by and visit their children easily. Ronald McDonald Family Rooms provide a place for families to rest and regroup. Kalispell. 752-5111, Ronald McDonald Room, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. Opened in 2013 and is initially available for day use, 7 a.m to 7 p.m. Located in Kalispell Regional Medical Center (KRMC) near the Birthing Center. It provides a convenient spot for parents with infants in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit or with children in other pediatric service areas. Anyone with a child under 21 who is receiving long-term treatment at KRMC is welcome to apply to use the room. Missoula. 406-541-7646, 3003 Fort Missoula Road, Missoula, MT 59804. Located on the cam pus of Community Medical Center in Missoula. Spokane. 509-624-0500, 1015 West Fifth Avenue, Spokane, WA 99204. Located one block west of Deaconess Medical Center and Shriners Hospital for Children. Summer Food Program. Provides free, nutritious meals (breakfast and/or lunch) and/or snacks to help children in low-income areas get the nutrition they need to learn, play, and grow. Offered during the summer break from school. Offered in Eureka, Fortine, Libby, Troy. We Care Pregnancy Center. 297-2079, 607 Dewey Avenue, #5, P.O. Box 78, Eureka, MT 59917. Offers free pregnancy tests, maternity clothes, baby clothes/furniture, prenatal vitamins, formula/baby food, rides to doctor appointments and more. SENIOR CITIZEN RESOURCES AARP Driver Safety Education Class. Taught by AARP volunteers. The class reviews basic driving skills and safety precautions. Completing the class can reduce insurance premiums for drivers age 50 and over. Pre-registration is required. Classes are held at these locations and call for more information: Libby Christian Church (call St John s Hospital, 283-7000), Lincoln County High School in Eureka (297-5700), and Troy Methodist Church (295-4019). AARP Tax-Aide Program. 888-227-7669. The Tax-Aide Program offers free tax services, by appointment only, for low-to-middle income taxpayers with special attention given to those aged 60 and over, ensuring they receive applicable tax credits and deductions. Tax-Aide sites are open annually from February 1 to April 15; call to locate a site near you. Addresses of these sites are announced in January in area local newspapers as physical locations may change from year to year. Adult Protective Services (APS). 293-3757, 933 Farm to Market Road, Suite D, Libby, MT 59923. An agency given authority by the Montana legislature to investigate reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of individuals over 60 years of age or developmentally disabled adults over 18 years of age. In instances of imminent danger to the individual, APS may remove the individual from danger and arrange for a safe, temporary living situation. The Libby office serves Lincoln and Sanders counties. Citizen s Advocate. 800-332-2272 (Voice, TDD). Assists with questions, problems or complaints related to state agencies. Elder Abuse Hotline. 800-551-3191, Senior and Long Term Care Division, Montana DPHHS. Elder Abuse Prevention. 877-327-7886, 406-327-7886, Western Montana Chapter for the Prevention of Elder Abuse, 2681 Palmer Street, Suite K, Missoula, MT 59808. Dedicated to promoting community action against the abuse of vulnerable adults. Programs available to those in need are: Guardianship Program, Conservatorship Program, Representative Payee Trustee Program, and Prevention of Financial Abuse Program. Elder Law. 800-332-2272. 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. Elder Care Locator Service. 800-677-1116. Designed to help older adults and their families and caregivers find their way through the maze of services for seniors by identifying trustworthy local support resources. The Eldercare Locator is administered in partnership with the National Association of Area Agencies on Aging. Home & Community Based Services. 752-0580, 1825 Highway 93 South, Suite F, Kalispell, MT 59901. This Medicaid Waiver program addresses the needs of Medicaid eligible Montanans who need assistance/support to meet ongoing health needs by developing/managing home based care. Service by Benefis Spectrum Medical, an affiliate of Benefis Health System in Great Falls, MT. Serves Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Hospice - KRH Home Options: 751-4200 (Flathead/Lincoln counties), 676-7300 (Lake County), 430 Windward Way, Suite 101, Kalispell, MT 59901. Helps people with serious illness live life fully and keep personal control over their lives through a compassionate approach to end-of-life care. Information & Assistance Program. 883-7284, 800-551-3191, Area VI Aging on Aging, 110 Main Street, Suite 5, Polson, MT 59860. Links people age 60 and older who are in need with appropriate services such as Social and Health Services, Medicare assistance, Legal services (questions), Utilities assistance, Meal services, In-home services, Transportation, Caregiving options, Volunteering opportunities, and more. Medicare. 800-MEDICARE (800-633-4227), 877-486-2048 (TTY). Medicare information, ordering Medicare booklets, and information about health plans available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Handles questions about the Original Medicare Plan and provides up-to-date information regarding the health plans available in your area. Montana SMP (Senior Medicare Patrol). 800-266-4188. A statewide program where peer volunteers give public presentations or provide one-on-one assistance to educate Medicare consumers in the areas of waste, fraud and abuse. Ombudsman Services. 883-7284, 800-551-3191, Area VI Agency on Aging, 110 Main Street, Suite 5, Polson, MT 59860. 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. RSVP (Retired & Senior Volunteer Program). 293-7222, Council on Aging, 206 East Second Street, Libby, MT 59923. Utilizes experience and skills of those 55 and older to make a difference. The Polson office serves Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Senior Centers: Eureka. 297-2188, Tobacco Valley Senior Center, 310 First Avenue East, P.O. Box 745, Eureka, MT 59917. Libby. 293-7222, Libby Senior Center, 206 East Second, P.O. Box 1401, Libby, MT 59923. Troy. 295-4140, Kootenai Senior Center, 304 Third Street, P.O. Box 74, Troy, MT 59935. SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program). 883-7284, 800-551-3191, Area VI Agency on Aging, 110 Main Street, Suite 5, Polson, MT 59860. Free health benefits counseling service for Medicare beneficiaries and their families or caregivers. Social Security Administration. 888-487-0150 (Kalispell), 800-772-1213 (National), 275 Corporate Drive, Suite D, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition 63 THRIFT STORES & RESALE SHOPS Libby Christian Church Mission Shop. 293-3747, Libby Christian Church, 100 Kootenai River Road, Libby, MT 59923. Open Thursdays from 10 am - 1 pm. People needing clothing may come by and get what they need at no charge. Libby Community Thrift Shop. 293-5915, 808 Utah Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Mailing Address: 117 West Spruce Street, Libby, MT 59923. Open Monday - Friday, 1-4 pm and Saturday, 11 am - 2:30 pm. Happy Hearts. 297-7267, 726 Highway 93 North, Eureka, MT 59917. New To You. 293-6609, 1116 West Second Street Ext, Libby, MT 59923. Parkside Thrift Store. 293-8848 Ext 26, Achievements, Inc., 101 Mineral Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Provides job training, skill development and wages for individuals in our services. Tobacco Valley Food Pantry & Thrift Store. 297-2358, 109 Dewey Avenue, P.O. Box 714, Eureka, MT 59917. MEDIA RESOURCES KLCB-KTNY Radio. 293-6234, 800-457-6647 (Studio Line), 251 West Cedar, Libby, MT 59923. The Montanian. 293-8202, 312 Mineral Avenue, P.O. Box 946, Libby, MT 59923. Weekly newspaper. Tobacco Valley News. 297-2514, 520 Dewey Avenue, P.O. Box 307, Eureka, MT 59917. Weekly newspaper. Western News. 293-4124, 311 California Avenue, P.O. Box 1377, Libby, MT 59923. Published Tusdays and Fridays. SCHOOLS County Schools Superintendent. 283-2450, 418 Mineral Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. COLLEGES & POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION Flathead Valley Community College Lincoln County Campus (LCC). 293-2721, 225 Commerce Way, Libby, MT 59923. Offers some of the same great educational opportunities as at the main Flathead Valley Community College campus. Jump-start an undergraduate degree, earn a technical degree, retrain for a new profession through workforce development and explore personal interests with non-credit courses. With a Libby location, students don t have to travel 90 miles away to receive the high-quality education FVCC offers. College information and all class schedules are available at www.fvcc.edu Adult Basic Education. 756-3884, Flathead Valley Community College, Learning Resource Center Building, 777 Grandview Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Offers free day and evening classes to those age 16 and older where the focus is on the basics and finishing high school. Obtaining a GED will open up the vast educational opportunities available in degree, certificate, and workforce development programs. Montana Montessori Teacher Education Institute. 755-3824, 5 Park Hill Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. Offers teacher certification courses in both Early Childhood (ages 3-6) and Elementary I (ages 6-9). Each course is hands-on and includes a one-year internship. Students earn AMS credentials. ELEMENTARY, JUNIOR HIGH & MIDDLE SCHOOLS Eureka Elementary School. 297-5500, 237 Seventh Street East, P.O. Box 2000, Eureka, MT 59917. Grades PK-4 in School District 13. Eureka Middle School. 297-5600, 335 Sixth Street East, P.O. Box 2000, Eureka, MT 59917. Grades 5-8 in School District 13. Fortine Elementary School. 882-4531, 358 Meadow Creek Road, P.O. Box 96, Fortine, MT 59918. Grades PK-8 in School District 14. Kootenai Valley Christian School. 293-2303, 1024 Montana Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Grades PK-8. Libby Adventist Christian School. 293-8613, 206 Airfield Road, Libby, MT 59923. Grades 1-8. Libby Elementary School. 293-2763, 101 Ski Road, Libby, MT 59923. Grades PK-6 in School District 4. McCormick Elementary School. 295-4982, 1564 Old Highway 2 North, Troy, MT 59935. Grades K-8 in School District 15. Trego Elementary School. 882-4713, 64 Loon Lake Road, Trego, MT 59934. Grades K-8 in School District 53. W F Morrison School. 295-4321, 501 East Kalispell Avenue, P.O. Box 867, Troy, MT 59935. Grades K-6 in School District 1. Yaak Elementary School. 295-4805, 29893 Yaak River Road, Troy, MT 59935. Grades PK-8 in School District 24. HIGH SCHOOLS GED. 293-2721 Ext. 235, Flathead Valley Community College (Lincoln County Campus),225 Commerce Way, Libby, MT 59923. Adult Basic Education Program for those 16 years of age and older. It builds skills for further education or training and also allows GED completion. Libby Middle/High School. 293-8802, 150 Education Way, Libby, MT 59923. Grades 7-12 in School District 4. Lincoln County High School. 297-5700, 340 Ninth Street, P.O. Box 2000, Eureka, MT 59917. Grades 9-12 in School District 13.. Troy Junior/Senior High School. 295-4520, 116 East Missoula Avenue, P.O. Box 867, Troy, MT 59935. Grades 7-12 in School District 1. HOME SCHOOL Montana Coalition of Home Educators. 406-587-6163, P.O. Box 43, Gallatin Gateway, MT 59730. Clearinghouse for information. PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT OFFICES Eureka School District 13. 297-5650, 340 Ninth Street East, P.O. Box 2000, Eureka, MT 59917. Grades PK-12. Fortine School District 14. 882-4531, 358 Meadow Creek Road, P.O. Box 96, Fortine, MT 59918. Grades PK-8. Libby Public Schools District 4. 293-8811, 724 Louisiana Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Grades PK-12. McCormick School District 15. 295-4688, 1564 Old Highway 2 North, Troy, MT 59935. Grades PK-8. Trego School District 53. 882-4713, P.O. Box 10, Trego, MT 59934. Grades K-8. Troy School District 1. 295-4606, 116 East Missoula Avenue, P.O. Box 867, Troy, MT 59935. Grades K-12. Yaak School District 24. 295-9311, 29893 Yaak River Road, Troy, MT 59935. Grades K-8. VETERANS/MILITARY ORGANIZATIONS & SERVICES American Legion Post #97. 293-3822, 319 California Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. American Legion Post #97 Auxiliary. 291-8183, 319 California Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Camp Patriot. 293-4376, 509-392-1015, 417 Mineral Avenue, #8, P.O. Box 627, Libby, MT 59923. 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. Disabled American Veterans (DAV). 406-495-2089, 3633 Veterans Drive, Suite 110B, P.O. Box 4189, Fort Harrison, MT 59636. Supports local disabled veterans, widows and dependents. Family Assistance Center (FAC). 406-324-5180, 877-706-7598, 2989 Highway 93 North, Kalispell, MT 59901. Offers information and referral services to military families from all branches, whether active, Guard/Reserve, or retired.
64 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition Homeless Veterans in Need of Help. 877-424-3838 (Hotline). Homeless Veterans or Veterans at-risk for homelessness can get free, 24/7 access to trained VA counselors. The hotline is intended to assist homeless Veterans and their families, VA Medical Centers, federal, state and local partners, community agencies, service providers and others in the community. This National Call Center was founded by the Department of Veterans Affairs. Montana Army National Guard Det. 1/639 CSSC. 293-4712, DET 1/639QM Co., 1004 Treasure Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. Job information and recruitment center. Montana VA Service Outreach. 755-3795, Kalispell Service Office, Montana State Veterans Affairs, 2989 Highway 93 North, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides information, answers to questions, and assistance regarding veterans benefits. For all veterans and their family members and widows/widowers of veterans. The Kalispell Office schedules regular Veterans Service Outreach visits in Flathead and Lincoln counties. Montana Wounded Warriors. 270-1648, 100 Cooperative Way, Suite 100, Kalispell, MT 59901. Formed to provide wounded Montana Veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars with high-quality hunting and fishing opportunities here in Montana. (We are based in Columbia Falls.) The organization is run by an all-volunteer board with no paid staff and that allows maximum use of donations to serve our Veterans. Our mission is to take groups of 2-6 wounded Montana Veterans on all-expense-paid hunting and fishing trips where their chances of success are extremely high. The trips are run through professional outfitters and include high quality food and lodging because many of our Veterans have special needs that professional outfitters are better suited to accommodate. We fundraise year-round in order to provide group trips two or three times per year. Donations are tax-deductible. Suicide Prevention Hotline for Veterans. 800-273-TALK (Press 1 ). Will be routed to the Veterans Suicide Prevention Hotline. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Veterans Health Administration (VHA) has founded a national suicide prevention hotline to ensure veterans in emotional crisis are able to chat with a crisis counselor and get help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Veterans Affairs (VA) Benefits Information Line. 800-827-1000. Veterans Upward Bound. 756-3840, Flathead Valley Community College, Arts and Technology Building, 777 Grandview Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. VFW: Eureka Post 6786. 297-2472, 297-3361 (Canteen), 114 Dewey Avenue, P.O. Box 1008, Eureka, MT 59917. Libby Post 1548. 293-5396 (Office), 293-7316 (Lounge), 114 West Second Street, Libby, MT 59923. Libby Post 1548 Auxiliary. 293-3996, 114 West Second Street, Libby, MT 59923. Troy Post 5514 & Auxiliary. 295-3402, 214 Yaak Avenue, P.O. Box 402, Troy, MT 59935. FEDERAL BENEFITS FOR VETERANS, DEPENDENTS AND SURVIVORS Bereavement Counseling. 202-461-6530. Education. 888-442-4551. Headstones and Markers. 800-697-6947. Health Care. 8778-222-VETS (8387). National Call Center for Homeless Veterans. 877-424-3838. National Caregiver Support Line. 855-260-3274. VA Center for Woman Veterans. 202-273-6193. VA Benefits Information Line. 800-827-1000. VA Mammography Helpline. 888-492-7844 Women Veterans Call Center. 202-461-1070.855-829-6636 (855-VA-WOMEN) Hotline for questions from Veterans, their families and caregivers about the many VA services and resources available to women Veterans. SANDERS COUNTY RESOURCES Ambulances...65 Animal Related Organizations...64 Assisted Living Facilities...67 Banks & Credit Unions...64 Basic Need Resources...68 Cancer Resources...67 Chambers of Commerce...65 Child & Youth Resources...69 Chiropractors...67 Churches & Religious Organizations...64 Clubs, Community & Service Organizations...64 Community Information...65 Counseling & Mental Health Resources...68 Crisis Intervention Resources...68 Cultural Arts & Museums...66 Dentists...67 Disability/Self Sufficiency Resources...68 Emergency Resources...65 Employment & Training Resources...66 Family Resources...70 Fire Departments...65 Fitness & Health...67 Food Programs...69 Granges...65 Health Care Resources...67 Home Health Resources...67 Housing & Shelter Resources...69 Human Service Providers...67 Law Enforcement...65 Libraries...66 Media Resources...70 Optometrists...67 Physicians & Medical Facilities...67 Schools...70 Senior Citizen Resources...70 Support Programs...67 Thrift & Resale Stores...70 Tribal Resources...52 Utilities...66 Veterans/Military Organizations & Services...71 ANIMAL RELATED ORGANIZATIONS AniMeals. 406-721-4710, 1700 Rankin Street, Missoula, MT 59808. 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. Montana Cattlemen s Association (MCA). 354-6641, P.O. Box 524, Hot Springs, MT 59845. Addresses the market interests and the environmental, cultural and historical interests of Montana cattle producers. Primary purpose is to restore prosperity to rural Montana. Rocky Ridge Saddle Club, Inc. 847-2743. P.O. Box 106, Noxon, MT 59853. Arena located at 89 Government Mountain Road in Noxon. Offers family education with emphasis on teaching children about safety concerns regarding horses and riding. Thompson River Animal Care Shelter (TRACS). 827-8722, P.O. Box 1589, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Non-profit, no kill pet shelter. Holds a yearly fundraiser. BANKS & CREDIT UNIONS Farm Bureau Financial. 827-3237, 303 Main Street, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. First Security Bank: Plains. 826-2000, 510 West Railroad Avenue, Plains, MT 59859. Thompson Falls. 827-7000, 107 South Fulton Street, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Northwest Farm Credit Services. 800-682-1217, 406-532-4900, 3021 Palmer, P.O. Box 16166, Missoula, MT 59808. Rocky Mountain Bank. 826-3662, 108 East Railroad, Plains, MT 59859. Valley Bank: Hot Springs. 741-2000, 100 Main Street, Hot Springs, MT 59845. Thompson Falls. 827-9490, 1222 Maiden Lane, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Whitefish Credit Union - Sanders County Office. 827-5626, 107 Pond Street, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. CHURCHES & RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATIONS Assembly of God. 827-4611, 1120 Preston Avenue, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Baptist Mountain Church. 847-1020, 106 Miller Street, Noxon, MT 59853. Cabinet Mountain Bible Church. 827-1009, 3006 Highway 200, Trout Creek, MT 59874. Catholic Community (Sanders County): Hot Springs. 826-3668, Sacred Heart Mission, 22 First Avenue South, Hot Springs, MT 59845. Plains. 826-3668, St. James Parish, 109 West Meany, P.O. Box 745, Plains, MT 59859. Thompson Falls. 827-4433, St. William Parish, 416 Preston Avenue West, P.O. Box 186, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints. 826-3265, 826-3275, 169 Helterline Road, Plains, MT 59859. Community Congregational Church. 827-3706, 704 Preston Avenue West, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. First Baptist Church: Heron. 847-2010, 13 Lower River Road, P.O. Box 32, Heron, MT 59844. Thompson Falls. 827-3435, 705 Main Street West, Thompson Falls. MT 59873. First Church of God. 826-4440, 407 First Street West, Plains, MT 59859. First Lutheran Church. ELCA. 826-3516, 604 South Fifth Avenue, Plains, MT 59859. Hot Springs Bible Church. 741-2451, 700 First Avenue South, Hot Springs, MT 59845. Jehovah s Witnesses: Noxon. 847-8686, Noxon, MT 59853. Thompson Falls. 827-4974, 1197 Mt. Silcox Drive, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. New Life Fellowship. 827-5555, 2 Leufkens Lane, P.O. Box 492, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Our Savior s Lutheran Church ELCA. 827-3926, 611 Ogden, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Plains Alliance Church. 826-3916, 505 West Fifth Street, Plains, MT 59859. Plains Bible Chapel. 826-3118, 8 Combest Creek Road, Plains, MT 59859. Plains Church On The Move. 826-3800, 300 Clayton Street, P.O. Box 767, Plains, MT 59859. Plains/Paradise United Methodist Church. 826-3526, 210 West Meany, Plains, MT 59859. Presbyterian Church. 741-3523, 321 Arlee Street South, Hot Springs, MT 59845. Seventh-Day Adventist Church: Hot Springs. 741-2177, 301 Demers Street South, P.O. Box 649, Hot Springs, MT 59845. Trout Creek. 827-3099, 3020 Highway 200, P.O. Box 1361, Trout Creek, MT 59874. Thompson Falls Christian Church. 827-3380, 306 Church Street, P.O. Box 33, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Trinity Lutheran Church ELCA. 741-5758, 131 Wall Street North, Hot Springs, MT 59845. Trout Creek Community Church. 827-4814, 17 Larch Street, Trout Creek, MT 59874. CLUBS, COMMUNITY & SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS 4-H Clubs. 827-6934, Sanders County Extension Office, 2504 Tradewinds Way, Suite 1-B, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Adopt A Highway Program. 751-2000 (Kalispell Office), 523-5800 (Missoula Office). 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. American Legion: Paradise/Plains Post #129. 826-3191, 450 Railroad Avenue, P.O. Box 14, Paradise, MT 59856. Thompson Falls Post #52. 827-3059, 3 Industrial Drive, P.O. Box 1988, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Better Business Bureau. 509-455-4200, 152 South Jefferson, Suite 200, Spokane, WA 99201. Call to file a complaint against a business or to check out a business or a charity. Blue Knights Motorcycle Club. 406-672-6585, 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. Cabinet Ridge Riders. 827-4458, P.O. Box 1577, Trout Creek, MT 59874. Activities are snowmobiling, 4-wheelers, and horse back riding in and around Sanders County, Montana. Is a charitable organization giving to many local charities and youth organizations; also 3 college scholarships each year. Eastern Star #111 (Mt. Silcox). 827-4945, 88 Old Highway 200, Trout Creek, MT 59874. Elks Lodge #2757 (Clark Fork Valley). 827-7770, 2519 Industrial Way, P.O. Box 1553, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Flat-Iron Quilt Guild (Thompson Falls Area). 827-4061. Monthly meetings, workshops, sew groups, and Annual Quilt Show. Hot Springs Artists Society. 741-2382, 101 Wall Street South, Suite 7, P.O. Box 549, Hot Springs, MT 59845. Sponsors events, workshops, and public performances. Knights of Columbus #11190. 406-529-1940, 416 Preston Avenue, P.O. Box 1341, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Lions Clubs: Call the National Lions Club at 800-747-4448 for additional information on the eye glass recycling program and other programs offered by the Lions Club. Hot Springs. 741-3345 (Gamble s), P.O. Box 572, Hot Springs MT 59845. Plains. 826-6777, East Railroad Street, Plains, MT 59857.
Masons: Hot Springs #153. 741-2763, 12 A Street North, 63 Garden Creek Road (Mail), Hot Springs, MT 59845. Plains #63. 826-3228, 205 West Lynch, P.O. Box 612, Plains, MT 59859. Thompson Falls #70. 827-3756, 200 Columbia Street, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Mailing address: P.O. Box 1372, Trout Creek, MT 59874. Noxon Rod & Gun Club. 827-3207, 2 Remington Road, P.O. Box 1491, Noxon, MT 59853. Odd Fellows (Lone Star Lodge). 827-4002, 501 Main Street, P.O. Box 141, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Plains Women s Club. 826-0344, 826-3405, P.O. Box 813, Plains, MT 59859. Rebekah Lodge #50 (Fidelity). 826-3618, P.O. Box 907, Plains, MT 59859. Sanders County Community Development Corporation (SCCDC). 827-6935, 2504 Tradewinds Way, Suite C1, P.O. Box 1326, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Dedicated to the improvement of community services, facilities and the development of an economic climate that encourages business expansion and job creation within sanders County. Thompson Falls Archery Club. 827-3464, P.O. Box 793, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Thompson Falls Women s Club. 406-529-4221, P.O. Box 1914, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Toastmasters: Plains/Paradise #9601. 826-3392, Plainly Speaking Toastmasters, P.O. Box 133, Paradise, MT 59856. Thompson Falls #786838. 827-4091, 17 Deer Lane, Trout Creek, MT 598874. VFW Post 3596. 826-5960, 826-3841 (Bowling Alley), 201 West Lynch, P.O. Box 806, Plains, MT 59859. Wild Horse Women s Club. 826-2582, 414 West Railroad Avenue, Plains, MT 59859. COMMUNITY INFORMATION Airports: Hot Springs. 741-3582, 48 Little Bitterroot Road, Hot Springs, MT 59845.. Plains. 370-6179,13 Aviation Way, P.O. Box 988, Plains, MT 59859. Thompson Falls. 406-546-6384, Airport Road, P.O. Box 519, Thompson Falls, MT 59873.. Chambers of Commerce: Hot Springs. 741-2662, 216 Main Street, P.O. Box 627, Hot Springs, MT 59845. Plains-Paradise. 826-4700, P.O. Box 1541, Plains, MT 59859. Thompson Falls. 827-4930, P.O. Box 493, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Includes a visitor center. City Hall: Hot Springs. 741-2353, Town of Hot Springs, 109 Main Street, P.O. Box 669, Hot Springs, MT 59845. Plains Town Hall. 826-3411, Town of Plains, 101 West Lynch Street, P.O. Box 567, Plains, MT 59859. Thompson Falls. 827-3557, City Office, 108 Fulton Street, P.O. Box 99, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Community Centers: Heron. 847-2288, 170 Railroad Avenue, P.O. Box 205, Heron, MT 59844. Hot Springs. 741-2175, 322 Second Avenue South, Hot Springs, MT 59845. Disabled American Veterans (DAV). 406-495-2089, 3633 Veterans Drive, Suite 110B, P.O. Box 4189, Fort Harrison, MT 59636. Supports local disabled veterans, widows and dependents. Driver Services - Montana Motor Vehicle Division: Drivers Licenses. 827-6938, Drivers License Examiners Office, Sanders County Courthouse, 1111 Main Street, P.O. Box 519, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. License Plates. 827-6924, Sanders County Treasurer - Motor Vehicle Office, 1111 Main Street, P.O. Box 519, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Family Assistance Center (FAC). 406-324-5121, 877-706-7598, 9383 Running West Road, Missoula, MT 59808. Offers information and referral services to military families from all branches, whether active, Guard/Reserve, or retired. Farmers Markets: Hot Springs. 215 Spring Street, Hot Springs, MT 59845. Held 4-7 pm, Tuesdays, May - October, at 215 Spring Street, Hot Springs, MT 59845. Noxon. 847-2301, Noxon Farm & Craft Market, P.O. Box 81, Noxon, MT 59853. Held 10 am - 2 pm, Saturdays, June - mid-october, in Bicentennial Park, 179 Railroad Road, in downtown Noxon. Plains. 826-3202, Sanders County Community Market, Plains, MT 59859. Held 10 am - 2 pm, Saturdays, May - September, at the Sanders County Fairgrounds, 30 River Road, in Plains. Thompson Falls. 541-844-5009, Thompson Falls Farmers Market, P.O. Box 271, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Held 9 am - Noon, Saturdays, June - September, at Rose Garden Park, 201 Montana 200, in Thompson Falls. Trout Creek. 827-1543, Trout Creek Farmers Market. Held Wednesdays, 4-6 pm at Trout Creek Park. Fish, Wildlife & Parks. 827-4389, 601 North Columbia, P.O. Box 35, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Flathead Regional Business Center (FRBC). 758-2800, 15 Depot Park, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Granges: Montana State Grange. 756-7221, 815 Sherman Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Sanders County Granges: Family fraternal organization with its roots in agriculture. Works within the community by sponsoring programs like 4-H, scholarships, and contributing to community service projects. Plains Grange. 826-3457, 105 Railroad Street, P.O. Box 1486, Plains, MT 59859. Thompson Falls Grange. 827-0172, P.O. Box 784, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. White Pine Grange. 827-4504, P.O. Box 1313, Trout Creek, MT 59874. Hunter Education Program. 752-5501, Fish, Wildlife and Parks, 490 North Meridian Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Montana Landlords Association (MLA). 250-0729, Flathead Chapter, 1360 Lake Blaine Road, P.O. Box 7, Kalispell, MT 59903. 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. Passport Office. 827-6922, Clerk & Recorder, Sanders County District Court, 1111 Main Street, P.O. Box 519, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Passport photos are not taken at this location. The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition 65 Passport Photo Service. 827-9434, Internet Kitchen, 501 Main Street, Thompson Falls, MT 69873; 827-3421, Sanders County Ledger, 603 Main Street, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Sanders County Attorney. 827-6903, 1111 Main Street, P.O. Box 519, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Sanders County Commissioners. 827-6966, 1111 Main Street, P.O. Box 519, Thompson Falls, MT. Anthony B. Tony Cox (District #3; also Chair Person), Carol Brooker (District #1), Glen Magera (District #2). Sanders County Courthouse. 827-6922, 1111 Main Street, P.O. Box 519, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Sanders County Extension Office - MSU. 827-6934, 2504 Tradewinds Way, Suite 1-B, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Sanders County Farm Service Agency. 826-3751, 102 Highway 200 West, Plains, MT 59859. Sanders County Fair Manager s Office. 826-3202, 141 River Road, P.O. Box 9, Plains, MT 59859. Sanders County Justice Court. 827-6941, 1111 Main Street, P.O. Box 519, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Handles: Misdemeanor Offenses; Civil claims less than $12,000; and Petitions for Orders of Protection. Is not able to provide legal advice. Sanders County Public Health. 827-6931, 1111 Main Street, P.O. Box 519, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Family Planning/HIV Services, Community Health Services, Immunization Clinics. International Travel Immunizations, and more. Sanders County Public Transportation. 741-2346, 800-246-5899, Sanders County Council on Aging, 203 Main Street, P.O. Box 339, Hot Springs, MT 59845. For people who don t drive or don t like to drive to get to doctors appointments, grocery stores, shopping centers, Senior Centers, cities outside Sanders County, etc. Designed to help the needs of the citizens throughout Sanders County. Designated pickup points and schedules. USDA Forest Service: Kootenai National Forest. 827-3533, Cabinet Ranger Station, 2693 Highway 200, Trout Creek, MT 59874. Lolo National Forest. 826-3821, Plains/Thompson Falls Ranger Station, 408 Clayton, P.O. Box 429, Plains, MT 59859. USDA Service Center. 7487 Highway 200, Plains, MT 59859. Single location with access to the Farm Service Agency (826-3751) and the Natural Resources Conservation Service (826-3701). CONSERVATION & ENVIRONMENT Cabinet Resource Group (CRG). 847-2024, P.O. Box 238, Heron, MT 59844. Mission is to protect our natural resources through education and action. Concentrates on habitat issues in the Cabinet Mountains, the Yaak region, the Clark Fork drainage in western Montana, and the Lake Pend Oreille area in Idaho. Green Mountain Conservation District (GMCD). 827-4833, 2952 Highway 200, Trout Creek, MT 59874. Primary activity is to administer Montana s Natural Streambed and Land Preservation Act, also known as the 310 Law. It is a state law which requires that any person planning to work on or near a perennial stream or river on private or public land must first obtain a 310 Permit from the local conservation district. Heron Citizens for Responsible Development. 847-2717, P.O. Box 113, Heron, MT 59844. Junk Vehicles. 827-6961, Environmental Health Department, 1111 Main Street, P.O. Box 519, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. A junk vehicle release form is needed; contact the Sanders County Environmental Health Department. EMERGENCY SERVICES & RESOURCES Air Ambulance. Dial 911 or 752-9797 (Emergency Only), 752-1733 (Non-Emergency), 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Ambulances: Dial 911 emergency only. Non-emergency numbers listed by department. Hot Springs. 741-2211, Hot Springs Community Ambulance, 106 South Arlee Street South, P.O. Box 830, Hot Springs, MT 59845. Noxon. 847-2433, 401 Railroad, Noxon, MT 59853. Plains. 826-3670, Plains Community Ambulance, 102 East Blake Street, P.O. Box 268, Plains, MT 59859. Thompson Falls. 827-4536, 1520 Main Street, P.O. Box 1055, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Civil Air Patrol. 406-546-0642, 877-529-5538, P.O. Box 70, Plains, MT 59859. Thunderbird Mountain Composite Squadron operates as an all-volunteer civilian auxiliary of the US Air Force. Provides emergency services such as inland 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. Fire Departments: Dial 911 emergency only. Non-emergency numbers listed by department. Dixon Rural Fire Department. 246-3300, P.O. Box 102, Dixon, MT 59801. Heron Rural Fire Department. 847-2490, Heron Rural Fire District, 140 Railroad Avenue, P.O. Box 86, Heron, MT 59844. Heron Rural Fire Department Auxiliary, P.O. Box 195, Heron, MT 59844, is a support organization for the Heron Fire District. Hot Springs. 741-2552, 109½ Main Street, Hot Springs, MT 59845. Lonepine Fire Hall. 741-3473, 59 Bras Road, Lonepine, MT 59848. Noxon Rural Fire District. 847-2647, 311 Noxon Avenue, P.O. Box 3, Noxon, MT 59853. Plains: Plains-Paradise Rural Fire Department. 826-3900, 20 Old Airport Road West, P.O. Box 1115, Plains, MT 59859. Town of Plains Volunteer Fire Department. 826-3543, 100 East First Street, P.O. Box 734, Plains, MT 59859. Thompson Falls City Fire Department. 827-3577, 1006 Maiden Lane, P.O. Box 99, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Thompson Falls Rural Fire Station. 827-3731, 1811 Main Street West, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Trout Creek Rural Fire Department. 827-3584, 2 Park Street, P.O. Box 1408, Trout Creek, MT 59874. Homeland Security Investigations (HSI). 755-2824, 800-973-2667 (After Hours), 2 Main Street, Suite 206, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Law Enforcement: Dial 911 emergency only. Non-emergency numbers listed by department. Hot Springs Police Department. 741-3314, 111 Main Street, Hot Springs, MT 59845. Montana Highway Patrol. 800-525-5555 (Accident Reporting Only), 406-329-1500 (District 1 Office), 2681 Palmer, Suite B, Missoula, MT 59808. Covers Sanders and other counties. Plains Police Department. 826-5990, 101 West Lynch, P.O. Box 1015, Plains, MT 59859. Sanders County Sheriff s Department. 827-3584, 1115 Main Street, P.O. Box 910, Thompson Falls, MT 59873.
66 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition Thompson Falls City Police Department. 827-3557, 108 Fulton Street, P.O. Box 99, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Poison Hotline. 800-222-1222. 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. Sanders County Office of Emergency Management. 827-6955, 1111 Main Street, P.O. Box 519, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Sanders County Search & Rescue. 210-5702. TIP-MONT. 800-847-6668. Report violations of fish, wildlife or parks regulations or violations by persons who poach, vandalize or otherwise abuse Montana s natural heritage. LIBRARIES Hot Springs Preston Library. 741-3491, 203 Main Street East, P.O. Box 850, Hot Springs, MT 59845. The Hot Springs Library Memorial Foundation raises funds to purchase books. Laurie Hill Library. 847-2520, 2 Railroad Avenue, Heron, MT 59844. Montana Talking Book Library. 800-332-3400, 1515 East Sixth Avenue, P.O. Box 201800, Helena, MT 59620. Montana residents who are unable to use standard print materials due to visual, physical and/ or reading disabilities are eligible to apply to the Library for free mail loan of recorded books, magazines, and playback equipment. Schools, public libraries, nursing homes and other institutions (independent/ assisted living facilities) can participate in talking book and magazines services as a direct link to eligible individuals they serve. Plains Public Library. 826-3101, 108 West Railroad Avenue, P.O. Box 399, Plains, MT 59859. The Friends of the Library provide volunteer and financial support. The Plains Library Foundation also works to support the library. Thompson Falls Public Library. 827-3547, 911 Main Street, P.O. Box 337, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. The Friends of the Library provide volunteer and financial support. UTILITIES Avista Utilities. 847-2729 (Noxon Resource Field Office), 847-2212 (Noxon Rapids Dam). Transmits electricity and distributes natural gas. Bonneville Power Administration. 741-3594, 1691 Highway 28, Hot Springs, MT 59845. Electricity. Cabinet Mountain Propane. 827-9356, Trout Creek, MT 59874. Call Before You Dig - Utility Notification Center. 8-1-1 or 800-424-5555. Call to submit a Locate Request at least two (2) full business days (not including weekends & holidays) prior to digging. The Center is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Service for all Montana counties except Flathead and Lincoln. Do Not Call Registry. 888-382-1222, 866-290-4236 (TTY). Register your home or mobile phone to stop getting unwanted telemarketing calls. Must call from number to be registered. Mission Valley Power. 741-3402, Hot Springs Office. For after hour emergencies, call 883-7972. Montana Public Service Commission. 800-646-6150 (Consumer Complaints), State of Montana, Public Service Commission, P.O. Box 202601, Helena, MT 59620. Processes complaints and inquiries from utility consumers in Montana for electricity, heating, telephone, and water. Moore Oil, Inc. 827-4314, 2718 Tradewinds Way, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Northern Energy. 826-3461, 800-683-0538, 100 Farmer Street, Suite 101, Plains, MT 59859. Northern Lights, Inc. 800-326-9594 (Business Office). Call 866-NO-LITES (866-665-4837) to report outages. P.O. Box 269, Sagle, ID 83860. Sanders County Solid Waste Department. 827-6966, P.O. Box 519, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Dump Site Locations: Thompson Falls. 269 Airport Road, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Plains. 122 Old Hicks Road, Plains, MT 59859. Hot Springs. 38 Little Bitterroot Road, Hot Springs, MT 59845. Heron. 249 Highway 200, Heron, MT 59844. Noxon. 23 Government Mountain Road, Noxon, MT 59853. Trout Creek. 61 Vinson Mill Road, Torut Creek, MT 59874. Dixon. Residents of Dixon may use the Ravalli site on North Valley Creek Road, one mile from Highway 93; or the Charlo site on Herak Road, 1.5 miles from Highway 212. Telephone Companies: Blackfoot Telephone Cooperative, Inc. 800-649-4108, 1221 North Russell Street, P.O. Box 16600, Missoula, MT 59808. Serves Dixon. Clark Fork Telecommunications. 800-760-3079, 1221 North Russell Street, Missoula, MT 59802. Serves Heron, Noxon, Paradise, Plains, Thompson Falls, and Trout Creek. Hot Springs Telephone Company. 741-2751, 216 Main Street, P.O. Box 627, Hot Springs, MT 59845. Serves Hot Springs, Camas Prairie, Lonepine, and Niarada. Thompson Falls Water & Sewer. 827-3557, 108 Fulton Street, P.O. Box 99, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. CULTURAL ARTS - DRAMA, MUSIC & MUSEUMS Heron Players. 877-328-7659 (Tickets), 170 Railroad Avenue, P.O. Box 103, Heron, MT 59844. A drama group whose dinner theatre performances support the Heron Community Center. LaRue - Hot Springs Museum. 741-LOOK (741-5665), 110 Montana 77, Hot Springs, MT 59845. Open Memorial Day through Labor Day. Located on Highway 77 leading into Hot Springs. Old Jail Museum. 827-4002, 827-4699, 109 South Madison Street, P.O. Box 774, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Sanders County Historical Society. 827-4002, 107 South Madison Street, P.O. Box 774, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Operates the Old Jail Museum. EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING RESOURCES Experience Works, Inc. 406-543-2300, 3700 South Russell Street, Missoula, MT 59801. A government funded, charitable, community-based organization that helps older adults get the training they need to find good jobs in their communities. Blind and Low Vision Services. 888-279-7528, 406-329-5400 Voice/TTY, 2675 Palmer Street, Suite A, Missoula, MT 59808. 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. Child Care Provider Services. 756-1414, The Nurturing Center, 146 Third Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. Kicking Horse Job Corps Center. 406-644-2217, 800-733-JOBS (Information), 33091 Mollman Pass Trail, Ronan, MT 59864. A comprehensive no-cost career technical training program for all those aged 16-24. 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.
Montana Apprenticeship & Training Program. 406-444-3998, Montana Department of Labor & Industry, Workforce Services Division, 1315 Lockey Avenue, P.O. Box 1728, Helena, MT 59624. 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. Sanders County Job Service. 827-3472, 827-4560 (Job Hotline), 2504 Tradewinds Way, Suite 1, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Job seekers are offered registration services, resume, application and interview assistance, a variety of Internet-accessible services, testing and skill-building resources, career placement assessment and guidance services, and one-on-one job search assistance. Employers are offered a wide variety of tools to assist with attracting and retaining a quality workforce. Unemployment Insurance For You (UI4U). 406-444-2545 (Claims Processing), Montana Department of Labor and Industry, P.O. Box 8020, Helena, MT 59604. 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. FITNESS & HEALTH Bear Muscle Fitness. 827-1177, 502 Preston Avenue West, P.O. Box 1173, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Camas Lanes & Fitness Center. 741-5001, 240 Chisholm Trail, Hot Springs, MT 59845. Hot Springs Fitness & Scrappin Spot. 741-3488, 101 Wall Street South, Suite 11, Hot Springs, MT 59845. HEALTH CARE RESOURCES CANCER RESOURCES Alison Score Foundation for Breast Cancer Education. 293-6242, 83 Collins Avenue, P.O. Box 762, Libby, MT 59923. 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. 406-542-2191, 3550 Mullan Road, Suite 103, Missoula, MT 59808. American Cancer Society Relay for Life. 406-542-2191, Ext 206, 3550 Mullan Road, Suite 103, Missoula, MT 59808. A community event, held in Polson, that is designed to celebrate survivorship and raise money for the American Cancer Society. Cancer Network of Sanders County. 826-4278, 847-2767, 89 Blackjack Road, P.O. Box 1311, Plains, MT 59859. Provides limited financial support to Sanders County residents undergoing cancer treatment. Funded by various fundraising events. Cancer Information Service. 800-4-CANCER (800-422-6237). 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. Montana Cancer Screening Program. 751-8162, Flathead City-County Health Department, 1035 First Avenue West, Kalispell, MT 59901. FREE cancer screenings are available to income-eligible men and women. Free screenings include: Colon Cancer, Breast Cancer, Cervical Cancer. The Program is a service of the Flathead City-County Health Department and covers the counties of Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders plus the Flathead Reservation. Winkley Women s Center Mobile Mammography Coach. 752-5111, Kalispell Regional Healthcare, 310 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell, MT 59901. 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. CHIROPRACTORS Gotcher Chiropractic. 826-6325, 200 South Hubbard, Plains, MT 59859. Konen Family Chiropractic. 544-0038, 203 East Lynch Street, Plains, MT 59859. Kaiser Chiropractic. 827-3005, 2981 Highway 200, Trout Creek, MT 59874. Lundgren Chiropractic & Wellness Clinic. 827-5500, 2401 Main Street East, #A, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. DENTISTS Country Dental. 741-5031, 25 Little Bitterroot Road - Airport Road, Hot Springs, MT 59845. Dirk Roosma, DMD. Goertzen, Roland, DDS. 827-4681, 1608 Main Street East, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Ordelheide, Andrew, DDS. 826-3611, 200 East Railroad Avenue, Plains, MT 59859. Pitts, Garry, DDS. 826-3611, 200 East Railroad Avenue, Plains, MT 59859. OPTOMETRISTS Kelley, Robert W., Optometrist. 827-4327, 401 Main Street, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Low Vision Montana. 800-601-5004 (Helpline), P.O. Box 664, Helena, MT 59624. Assists individuals (or their families) in accessing organizations, agencies and community resources that can help low vision or blind individuals live more independently in their communities. Shull, William E., Optometrist. 826-3761, 100 West Lynch, Plains, MT 59859. PHYSICIANS & MEDICAL FACILITIES Clark Fork Valley Hospital. 826-4800, 10 Kruger Road, P.O. Box 768, Plains, MT 59859. Critical Access facility serving the residents of Sanders County and the surrounding area. Services at this address include: Cardiology (826-4973); Home Health (826-4800); Home Oxygen (826-4852); Hospice (826-4873); Long Term Care (Nursing Home) (826-4844, Manager; 826-4834, Nursing Station). Clark Fork Valley Hospital Family Medicine Network: Hot Springs. 741-3602, Hot Springs Family Medicine, 209 Main Street, P.O. Box 72, Hot Springs, MT 59845. Plains. 826-4810, Plains Family Medicine, 10 Kruger Road, Plains, MT 59859. Thompson Falls. 827-4442, Thompson Falls Family Medicine, 120 Pond Street, Thompson Falls, Mt 59873. Home Health Hotline (Complaints). 800-762-4618, Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Hot Springs Health & Rehabilitation Center. 741-2992, 600 First Avenue North, P.O. Box 689, Hot Springs, MT 59845. A skilled nursing care facility that provides physical therapy, speech therapy, and occupational therapy. International Heart Institute (IHI) of Montana. 327-1776, 877-444-5615, St. Patrick s Hospital, 500 West Broadway, Missoula, MT 59802. Lovell, Randy J., DO. 827-4307, 907 Main Street, P.O. Box 969, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Main Street Medical. 827-4307, 907 Main Street, P.O. Box 969,Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Missoula Vet Center (VA Primary Care Clinic). 406-721-4918, 500 North Higgins, Suite 202, Missoula, MT 59802. Montana Heart Center (Community Medical Center). 406-728-4100, 2827 Fort Missoula Road, Missoula, MT 59804. The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition 67 Tribal Health. 741-3265, 214 Spring Street North, Suite A, Hot Springs, MT 59845. SUPPORT PROGRAMS Alzheimer s 24/7 Helpline. 800-272-3900, 866-403-3073 (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. American Diabetes Association - Montana. 800-676-4065, 1627 West Main Street, #295, Bozeman, MT 59715. American Heart & Stroke Association. 800-592-7821, 509-536-1500, 320-B East Main Street, Missoula, MT 59802. 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, 800-586-4872. The Call Center offers answers to questions about Lung Cancer, Asthma, Allergies, Emphysema, Smoking Cessation, and Environmental Health. Brain Injury Alliance of Montana. 800-241-6442 (Montana Only), 406-541-6442 (Office), 1280 South Third Street West, Suite 4, Missoula, MT 59801. Is committed to help create a better future through brain injury prevention, research, education, and advocacy. Includes follow-up information, referrals for resources, and support for transitioning back to family life, work, school and the community. Has a Brain Injury Help Line (800-241-6442), support groups, and a Speaker s Bureau. Clark Fork Valley Support Group. 847-0016, 800-241-6442, P.O. Box 1564, Noxon, MT 59853. Missoula Support Group. 800-241-6442 (Montana Only), 406-544-6629. Friends of Cathy, A Network of Neighbors. 847-2024, P.O. Box 4, Heron, MT 59844. Medical travel assistance for local residents in the Montana towns of Noxon and Heron plus Clark Fork, ID, who have repetitive serious health conditions. 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. Home & Community Based Services. 752-0580, 1825 Highway 93 South, Suite F, Kalispell, MT 59901. This Medicaid Waiver program addresses the needs of Medicaid eligible Montanans who need assistance/support to meet ongoing health needs by developing/managing home based care. Service by Benefis Spectrum Medical, an affiliate of Benefis Health System in Great Falls, MT. Serves Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. La Leche League. 745-3211, 216 North Main Street, St. Ignatius. Support organization for all breastfeeding mothers and mothers-to-be who are interested in breastfeeding. Medicaid Applications. 827-4395, Office of Public Assistance, 2504 Tradewinds Way, Suite 3, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. The Office of Public Assistance provides the application for Medicaid. Medicaid pays medical bills for people with low incomes who meet eligibility requirements. Medicaid Helplines (Montana Only). For current Medicaid clients only. Call 800-362-8312 for Medicaid information. Call 800-376-1115 for Medicaid fraud. Call 800-292-7114 for general Medicaid transportation. Medicaid Transportation - Sanders County. 741-2346, 800-246-5899, Sanders County Transportation, 203 Main Street P.O. Box 339, Hot Springs, MT 59845. For qualified Medicaid participants who live in Sanders County and need to get to Medicaid paid medical appointments. Must provide 48 hours prior notice. Medicaid Transportation Center. 800-292-7114, Helena, MT 59604. Call BEFORE you arrange travel because all transportation must be approved before you travel in order for you to be paid. (You will be paid after you travel to your appointment.) Medicaid and HMK Plus may pay for you to get to your health care provider or other health care service if the service is covered by Medicaid or HMK Plus and you have no other way to get there. Medicaid Member Helplines (Montana Only). Call 800-362-8312 for Medicaid information. Call 800-376-1115 for Medicaid help. Call 800-292-7114 for general Medicaid transportation help. Sanders County Tobacco Prevention Specialist. 827-6900, 1111 Main Street, P.O. Box 519, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Mission is to improve the health of county residents by reducing exposure to second hand smoke and by reducing tobacco use among all ages and populations. Tamarack Grief Resource Center. 541-8472, 516 South Orange Street, Missoula, MT 59801. Specializes in bereavement camps (A Camp To Remember) serving families, individuals and professionals in grief support and education. Counseling is available in Kalispell and Missoula. Urgent response is available to anyone in personal crisis or during an entity major crisis such as an earthquake, shootings, etc. Tobacco Quit Line. 800-QUIT-NOW (800-784-8669). 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. 800-932-8677. HUMAN SERVICE PROVIDERS American Red Cross of Montana. 800-272-6668 (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. Lupus Information. 883-2928. Provides one-on-one information and support for those coping with lupus. Social Security Administration. 866-931-9029 (Missoula), 800-772-1213 (National), 3701 American Way, Missoula, MT 59808. The Missoula office serves Sanders County. Processes applications for Social Security, retirement and disability, Medicare, survivors and dependants, Supplemental Security Income. Handles questions concerning benefit checks and Social Security numbers. Summit Independent Living Center. 676-0190, 866-230-6936, 111 Second Avenue South West, Ronan, MT 59864. A non-profit, non-residential program that serves people with mobility, neurological, hearing, visual, and other disabilities by providing them with consumer and advocacy services to improve their lives. Serves Lake and Sanders counties. United Way. 752-7266, 888-720-7266, United Way, Gateway Community Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 31, P.O. Box 7217, Kalispell, MT 59904. United Way brings together diverse people and resources to address the most urgent issues in Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, Glacier & Sanders Counties. Services include assessment of community needs, allocation of resources, Gifts In Kind Program, Volunteer Center, information and referral, and community resource development. ASSISTED LIVING, PERSONAL CARE & HOME HEALTH RESOURCES A Plus Health Care. 755-4968, 877-755-4968, 1310 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901. Offers Nursing Care Management, Personal Care, Self-Directed Care, Private Duty & Medical Staffing. Serves Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, Sanders, and Glacier Counties. Addus Healthcare. 293-9651, 415 West Ninth Street, Libby, MT 59923. An in-home care agency that is committed to providing a service that allows independence and individual choice to the elderly and/or disabled. Serves Lincoln and Sanders counties. Cherry Hill Assisted Living. 827-1272, 214 Church Street, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Mailing address: 8 Racoon Lane, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Clark Fork Valley Hospital Long Term Care (Nursing Home). 826-4834 (Nursing Station), 826-4844 (Manager), 10 Kruger Road, Plains, P.O. Box 768, MT 59859. Grace Filled Living. 877-306-0051, Plains, MT 59859. Call to speak with a Care Advisor.
68 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition Home CareGivers. 883-3590, 1310 Main Street, P.O. Box 747, Polson, MT 59860. Provides personal care assistance services for all ages that enable people to stay in their homes. Serves Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Home Health Hotline (Complaints). 800-762-4618, Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Home Health Services. 826-4873, Clark Fork Valley Hospital Home Health Agency, 10 Kruger Road, Plains, MT 59859. Assistance with recovery from surgery, illness or injury; education to manage health problems of illness; and assistance with complicated medical regimes and daily routines. Hot Springs Health & Rehabilitation Center. 741-2992, 600 First Avenue North, P.O. Box 689, Hot Springs, MT 59845. A skilled nursing facility designed to meet both short and long-term care needs. Little Bitterroot Services, Inc. 826-3689, 807 South Fifth Avenue, Plains, MT 59859. A group home for adults with developmental disabilities and supports independent everyday living. New Horizons Assisted Living. 866-965-2891, 519 Horizon Lane, Plains, MT 59859. Call to speak with a Care Advisor. Partners In Home Care. 888-729-8848 (Missoula Office), 883-8412, Grandview Clinic, One 14th Avenue West, Polson, MT 59860. Mailing Address: 2687 Palmer Street, Suite B., Missoula, MT 59808. Home Health Care, Hospice, Infusion Therapy, Home & Community Based Services, and Home Medical Equipment. Personal Touch Home Care. 758-5422, 752-6565, 800-344-5979, Community Action Partnership (CAPNM), 214 Main Street, P.O. Box 8300, Kalispell, MT 59904. 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. Works with the client, family and other professionals involved in developing a realistic and cost effective plan of care. BASIC NEED RESOURCES Emergency Shelter & Transitional Housing. 800-265-0415 (24-Hour Helpline), 827-3218 (Office), Sanders County Coalition for Families (SCCFF), 303 East Main Street, Lower Level, P.O. Box 1136, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Offers emergency shelter for victims of domestic violence and their children. Also has limited transitional housing for up to 18 months plus supportive services. Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP). 752-5433, 800-344-5979, Community Action Partnership of Northwest Montana (CAPNM), 214 Main Street, P.O. Box 8300, Kalispell, MT 59904. Assists eligible low income individuals and families pay a portion of their household winter energy bills. Customers may also be eligible for discounts from local utility companies based upon LIEAP eligibility. Services are available in Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Medicaid Applications. 827-4395, Office of Public Assistance, 2504 Tradewinds Way, Suite 3, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. The Office of Public Assistance provides the application for Medicaid. Medicaid pays medical bills for people with low incomes who meet eligibility requirements. Montana Health Improvement Program. 283-6902, Northwest Community Health Center (NW- CHC), 320 East Second Street, Libby, MT 59923. For Medicaid and HMK Plus patients with chronic illnesses or risks of developing serious health conditions. Program is operated by Montana Medicaid through a regional network of Community and Tribal Health Centers with NWCHC as the health center for Lincoln and Sanders counties. Office of Public Assistance. 827-4395, 2504 Tradewinds Way, Suite 3, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Processes applications for TANF (Temporary Assistance to Needy Families), Medicaid, QMB, SlimB, SLMB, and SNAP. Also provides applications for Healthy Montana Kids (HMK). Prescription Assistance. 888-477-2669. Helps qualifying patients without prescription drug coverage get the medicines they need through the program that is right for them. Many will get their medications free or nearly free. Offers a single point of access to more than 475 public and private programs. Funded by America s pharmaceutical research companies. Sanders County Job Service. 827-3472, 827-4560 (Job Hotline), 2504 Tradewinds Way, Suite 1, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Job seekers are offered registration services, resume, application and interview assistance, a variety of Internet-accessible services, testing and skill-building resources, career placement assessment and guidance services, and one-on-one job search assistance. Employers are offered a wide variety of tools to assist with attracting and retaining a quality workforce. Summer Food Service Program (SFSP). 800-809-4752 (Find a Site). Provides free, nutritious meals and snacks to help children in low-income areas get the nutrition they need to learn, play, and grow throughout the summer months when they are out of school. Most Sanders County locations are at the local schools in Dixon, Hot Springs, Noxon, Plains, Thompson Falls, and Trout Creek. (SFSP is a federally funded program administered through the US Department of Agriculture. The Montana Office of Public Instruction administers the program at the state level.) Weatherization Program. 755-7363, 888-750-7360, Community Action Partnership of Northwest Montana (CAPNM), 214 Main Street, P.O. Box 8300, Kalispell, MT 59904. Helps reduce the high cost of energy for low-income households. Installs a combination of energy saving measures such as wall, attic and floor insulation, decreases the amount of air infiltration from doors and windows and performs efficiency and safety checks on heating systems. Special consideration is given to emergencies, elderly and disabled individuals. Services are available in Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. COUNSELING & MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES Catholic Social Services of Montana. 800-BABY-DUE (800-222-9383), 1301 11th Avenue, P.O. Box 907, Helena, MT 59624. Provides services to those making an adoption plan for a child and to those who are seeking to adopt a child. An open adoption agency. Krick, Lara, LCPC. 827-0220, 1119 Maiden Lane, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Morrin, Diane MA, LCPC. 827-9330, 1119 Maiden Lane, P.O. Box 1609, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. New Horizons Counseling. 826-6826, 406 Garber Street, #1, P.O. Box 11, Plains, MT 59859. Tari Heppe, LCSW. Sanders County Mental Health Center. 532-9190, 704 Maiden Lane, P.O. Box 562, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Affiliated with the Western Montana Mental Health Center in Missoula. Hot Springs Satellite Office. 741-2690, 101 Wall Street, Suite 5, Hot Springs, MT 59845. Plains Satellite Office. 826-5529, 106 Old Airport Road, Plains, MT 59859. CRISIS INTERVENTION RESOURCES AA - Find A Meeting. 888-607-2000, Alcoholics Anonymous. Call to find meeting times and locations in these Sanders county locations: Hot Springs, Noxon, Plains, Thompson Falls, and Trout Creek. AA Hotline. 888-607-2000 (Montana Only). Addiction Search. 800-559-9503. Nationwide addiction assistance helpline. A free drug and alcohol addiction resource for treatment and recovery. Adult Probation/Parole. 827-3590, 303 Main Street, Suite 2A, P.O. Box 1503, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Adult Protective Services (APS). 827-8122, 2504 Tradewinds Way, Suite 4, Thompson Falls, MT 59873 or 293-3757, 933 Farm to Market Road, Suite D, Libby, MT 59923. An agency given authority by the Montana legislature to investigate reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of individuals over 60 years of age or developmentally disabled adults over 18 years of age. In instances of imminent danger to the individual, APS may remove the individual from danger and arrange for a safe, temporary living situation. The Thompson Falls office serves Sanders County. Adult Rehabilitation Centers (ARCS). 257-4357, Salvation Army, 110 Bountiful Drive, P.O. Box 8357, Kalispell, MT 59904. ARCS form the largest network of rehabilitation programs in the nation, helping men and women to overcome alcohol and drug dependencies. Call for the location of a Center near you. Alcohol & Drug Services - Sanders County. 827-4241, Flathead Valley Chemical Dependency Clinic, 1029 Main Street, P.O. Box 940, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Offers community based outpatient substance abuse treatment and prevention services. Child & Youth Programs. 800-265-3745 (24-Hour Helpline), 827-3218 (Office), Sanders County Coalition for Families (SCCFF), 303 East Main Street, Lower Level, P.O. Box 1136, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Services for children and youth exposed to or are victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. Provides prevention and education services in schools. Child Abuse/Neglect Hotline. 866-820-5437 (Free/24 Hours/7 Days), 866-341-8811 (TTY-Hearing Impaired). Montana Child & Family Services Division. Investigation and protective services for suspected child abuse and neglect cases. Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline. 800-4-A-CHILD. Crisis counselors available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Citizens Against Drug & Alcohol Abuse. 826-5637, P.O. Box 691, Plains, MT 59859. A drug and alcohol abuse education program. Crisis Hotline & Advocacy Services. 800-827-3745 (24-Hours), 827-3218 (Office), Sanders County Coalition for Families (SCCFF), 303 Main Street, Lower Level, P.O. Box 1136, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Hotline and on-call advocates respond to victims of domestic and sexual violence, stalking, and child abuse. Provides crisis intervention, court and criminal justice advocacy, support groups, and other supportive services. Domestic Violence Hotline - National. 800-799-SAFE (7233), 800-787-3224 (TTY). Hotline advocates are available for victims and anyone calling on their behalf to provide crisis intervention, safety planning, information, and referrals to agencies. Direct connection to domestic violence resources available in the caller s area. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Emergency Shelter & Transitional Housing. 800-265-0415 (24-Hour Helpline), 827-3218 (Office), Sanders County Coalition for Families (SCCFF), 303 East Main Street, Lower Level, P.O. Box 1136, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Offers emergency shelter for victims of domestic violence and their children. Also has limited transitional housing for up to 18 months plus supportive services. Flathead Valley Chemical Dependency Clinic. 827-4241, 1029 Main Street, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Offers community based outpatient substance abuse treatment and prevention services. Help Net - First Call for Help. 752-8181, 800-332-8425, P.O. Box 8181, Kalispell, MT 59904. An information and referral line that links people to services, counselors and support groups. Home Free Program for Runaways. 800-786-2929 (800-RUNAWAY), National Runaway Switchboard (NRS). This national toll-free hotline is the starting point for runaways aged 12-20 to be returned home via free bus service. The runaway must be between the ages of 12 and 20. NRS must verify a missing person s report has been filed in the hometown of any runaway who is under 18. Mental Health Crisis Line. 406-532-9190, Thompson Falls Office, Western Montana Mental Health Center. 24-hour crisis intervention and assessment services for any person experiencing a mental health crisis. Missing & Exploited Children Hotline. 800-843-5678 (800-THE-LOST). Operators are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Please report any information regarding a missing child. Missoula Vet Center (VA Primary Care Clinic). 406-721-4918, 500 North Higgins, Suite 202, Missoula, MT 59802. Serves as a readjustment counseling service to help returning combat veterans with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and marriage, bereavement, and sexual trauma counseling to get back into the mainstream of life. Pathways Treatment Center. 756-3950, 800-752-3950, 200 Heritage Way, Kalispell, MT 59901. Provides acute inpatient services for Northwest Montana clients who have mental health and/or substance abuse issues. Runaway Switchboard (Hotline). 800-RUNAWAY (800-786-2929), National Runaway Switchboard. Call if you are a teenager who is thinking of running from home, if you have a friend who has run and is looking for help, or if you are a runaway ready to go home through our Home Free program. Call if you are a teacher looking for information to pass along to your students about alternatives to running from home. Call if you care about a youth and want information on how you can help someone who may be at risk of running from home. Sanders County Coalition for Families (SCCFF). 800-265-0415 (24-Hour Help Line), 827-3218 (Office), 303 Main Street, Suite 4, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Safe haven and supportive services to victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse. Free and confidential services include: 24-Hour Help Line & Advocacy Services; Child & Youth Programs; Emergency Shelter & Transitional Housing; and Criminal Justice Support. Substance Abuse & Mental Health Treatment Referral Service. 800-662-HELP (4357). A 24- Hour free and confidential Helpline. Call for help in locating treatment locations, treatment options or support groups in your area. Will automatically transfer to Montana. Sponsored by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Suicide Prevention Hotline for Veterans. 800-273-TALK (Press 1 ). Will be routed to the Veterans Suicide Prevention Hotline. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Veterans Health Administration (VHA) has founded a national suicide prevention hotline to ensure veterans in emotional crisis are able to chat with a crisis counselor and get help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Suicide Prevention Lifeline. 800-273-TALK (8255), 800-799-4TTY (4889), 24-hours service nationwide. Available to anyone in suicidal crisis; call for yourself or anyone you care about. Tamarack Grief Resource Center. 541-8472, 516 South Orange Street, Missoula, MT 59801. Specializes in bereavement camps (A Camp To Remember) serving families, individuals and professionals in grief support and education. Counseling is available in Kalispell and Missoula. Urgent response is available to anyone in personal crisis or during an entity major crisis such as an earthquake, shootings, etc. DISABILITY/SELF SUFFICIENCY RESOURCES ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) Assessments. 257-0048, 800-995-0029, Summit Independent Living Center, 1203 Highway 2 West, Suite 35, Kalispell, MT 59901. Offers consultation and survey services to determine compliance with the ADA and other disability related laws. ADA Information. 800-949-4232 (Voice/TTY), DBTach Rocky Mountain ADA Center, 3630 Sinton Road #103, Colorado Springs, CO 80907. Provides information on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to individuals and organizations. Adult Protective Services (APS). 827-8122, 2504 Tradewinds Way, Suite 4, Thompson Falls, MT 59873 or 293-3757, 933 Farm to Market Road, Suite D, Libby, MT 59923. An agency given authority by the Montana legislature to investigate reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of individuals over 60 years of age or developmentally disabled adults over 18 years of age. In instances of imminent danger to the individual, APS may remove the individual from danger and arrange for a safe, temporary living situation. The Thompson Falls office serves Sanders County. Blind and Low Vision Services. 888-279-7528, 406-329-5400 Voice/TTY, 2675 Palmer Street, Suite A, Missoula, MT 59808. 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. Brain Injury Alliance of Montana. 800-241-6442 (Montana Only), 406-541-6442 (Office), 1280 South Third Street West, Suite 4, Missoula, MT 59801. Is committed to help create a better future through brain injury prevention, research, education, and advocacy. Includes follow-up information, referrals for resources, and support for transitioning back to family life, work, school and the community. Has a Brain Injury Help Line (800-241-6442), support groups, and a Speaker s Bureau.
Clark Fork Valley Support Group. 847-0016, 800-241-6442, P.O. Box 1564, Noxon, MT 59853. Missoula Support Group. 800-241-6442 (Montana Only), 406-544-6629. BRC Services. 249-4966, 150 River Road, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. 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. Disability Benefits Advising. 676-0190, Summit Independent Living Center, 111 Second Avenue South West, Ronan, MT 59864. Provides assistance in applying for, understanding and managing disability benefits. Staff members can assist in negotiating the application process with minimal hassle. Assists consumers with the application process for programs such as Social security, SNAP, Medicaid, and low-income housing. Can provide support and advice, or actually help with the completion of forms and gathering of evidence. Can also provide advocacy with human service agencies. Disability Peer Advocacy Group. 676-0190, 406-728-1630, 866-230-6936, Summit Independent Living Center, 111 Second Avenue South, Ronan, MT 59864. Individuals with disabilities are matched one-on-one with a peer advocate who has a similar disability for mentoring and support. Disability Personal Assistance. 676-0190, 406-728-1630, 866-230-6936, Summit Independent Living Center, 111 Second Avenue South, Ronan, MT 59864. Helps clients, hire, fire and supervise their own personal care assistant to help them with the activities of daily living. Home & Community Based Services. 752-0580, 1825 Highway 93 South, Suite F, Kalispell, MT 59901. This Medicaid Waiver program addresses the needs of Medicaid eligible Montanans who need assistance/support to meet ongoing health needs by developing/managing home based care. Service by Benefis Spectrum Medical, an affiliate of Benefis Health System in Great Falls, MT. Serves Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Independent Living Skills Training. 676-0190, 406-728-1630, 866-230-6936, Summit Independent Living Center, 111 Second Avenue South, Ronan, MT 59865. Offers a way to develop knowledge, skill and or experiences in areas that the client chooses such as self-esteem, disability adjustment, self advocacy, ADA, time management, money management, etc. Little Bitterroot Services, Inc. 826-3689, 807 South Fifth Avenue, Plains, MT 59859. A group home for adults with developmental disabilities and supports independent everyday living. Opportunity Resources, Inc. 826-3189, 200 South Hubbard Street, P.O. Box 882, Plains, MT 59859. Provides case management to adult developmentally disabled individuals so that they can be successful living and working in the community. Sanders County Special Education Co-Op. 827-3007, 307 Third Avenue West, P.O. Box 129, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Provides instructional, speech, OT, PT, psychological services in school districts that are member of our Special Ed. Co-Op. Special Olympics Montana. 800-242-6876, P.O. Box 3507, Great Falls, MT 59403. Recreational events for persons with developmental disabilities. Summit Independent Living Center. 866-230-6936, 676-0190, 111 Second Avenue South West, Ronan, MT 59864. Assists with locating state and national disability-related resources. Services out of the Ronan office are available to residents of Lake and Sanders counties. Thompson Falls Lions Manor. 827-3115, 7-1-1 Montana Relay, 800-253-4091 TTY, 1600 Maiden Lane, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Independent living apartments for seniors (62 and over) and physically disabled people who qualify as low income. Only the head of household, spouse, or co-head needs to be elderly or disabled. FOOD PROGRAMS Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP). 741-2343, 203 Main Street, P.O. Box 339, Hot Springs, MT 59845. Funded by the US Department of Agriculture and sponsored by Western Montana Area VI Agency on Aging. Local organizations under contract determine eligibility and distribute foods. Food Pantries: Hot Springs. 741-3752, 741-2419, 741-2012, 100 Main Street, P.O. Box 25, Hot Springs, MT 59845. Food distribution in the basement at Hot Springs Valley Bank, 100 Main Street, in Hot Springs. Open 10 am - 2 pm, Tuesdays. Noxon. 847-4000, Community Service Fellowship, Food Bank & Thrift Store, 1419 Highway 200, Noxon, MT 59853. Plains. 826-3800, Plains Community Food Bank, 302 Central, Plains, MT 59859. Thompson Falls. 827-6333, Community Harvest Food Bank, 704½ Preston Avenue West, P.O. Box 314, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Open 10 am - 3 pm, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Thompson Falls. 827-4611, P.O. Box 1029, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Food distribution at Gospel Mountain Assembly of God Food Pantry, 1120 Preston Avenue, in Thompson Falls. Open 10 am - 2 pm, Wednesdays. SNAP - Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. 827-4395, Sanders County Office of Public Assistance, 2504 Trade winds Way, Suite 3, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. A federal assistance program to help low income families or individuals supplement their monthly food budget. Applications available at the Office of Public Assistance or online at www.dphhs.gov SNAP Hotline. 800-332-2272, Montana Citizens Advocate Office, Helena, MT. Get information on SNAP benefit questions. Tribal Nutrition Center. 741-3265, 214 Spring Street North, Suite A, Hot Springs, MT 59845. WIC (Women, Infants & Children) Nutritional Program. 827-6931, 1111 Main Street, P.O. Box 519, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Supplemental nutrition program for women, infants and children up to age 5. Provides valuable nutrition information, breast feeding support, health care referrals, and nutritious foods. HOUSING & SHELTER RESOURCES Montana Fair Housing. 800-929-2611, 406-542-2611, 2522 South Third Street West, Missoula, MT 59804. 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. Thompson Falls Lions Manor. 827-3115, 7-1-1 Montana Relay, 800-253-4091 TTY, 1600 Maiden Lane, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Independent living apartments for seniors (62 and over) and physically disabled people who qualify as low income. Only the head of household, spouse, or co-head needs to be elderly or disabled. PROGRAMS FOR SPECIFIC TARGET GROUPS CHILD/YOUTH RESOURCES 4-H Clubs. 827-6934, 2504 Tradewinds Way, Suite 1-B, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Provides 4-H youth education through project work and school enhancement programming. Acadia Montana. 800-477-1067, 55 Basin Creek Road, Butte, MT 59701. Residential treatment center for young people ages 8-18 in need of assistance with co-occurring behavioral, emotional and psychiatric disorders. Alateen. 406-214-6470, Teen Challenge Facility, 3815 South Seventh Street West, Missoula, MT 59804. Alateen is a support program for teenagers that helps with recovery form the effects of living with the problem drinking of a relative or friend. Includes teens from Hot Springs, Noxon, Polson, Ronan, and St. Ignatius. Meetings are held Wednesdays, 7 pm. Boy Scouts of America. 751-8760, 1203 Highway 2 West, Unit 29, P.O. Box 1972, Kalispell, MT 59903. Scouting s purpose is to build young men of character who understand their duty to God, family, country, and self. These young men are put in tough situations that require decision-making, leadership, teamwork, commitment and follow-through. Merit badges, camping, uniforms, patrols, youth leadership and other visible elements are what we all associate with Scouting. Scouting is not a camping program! Serves Flathead, Lake, Lincoln and Sanders counties. The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition 69 Camp Bighorn. 826-3144, 1850 Highway 135, Plains, MT 59859. 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. Child & Family Services. 827-4317, 2504 Tradewinds Way, Suite 4, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Protects children who have been or are at substantial risk of abuse, neglect or abandonment. Mission is to keep children safe and families strong. A division of Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services. Child Abuse/Neglect Hotline. 866-820-5437 (Free/24 Hours/7 Days), 866-341-8811 (TTY-Hearing Impaired). Montana Child & Family Services Division. Investigation and protective services for suspected child abuse and neglect cases. Children s Rights Montana. 406-647-9906, 227 Jim Street, Billings, MT 59101. Offers free referrals to help stop child abuse in Montana. Cannot appoint legal counsel or give legal advice but can give phone numbers, addresses and, if available, directions to helpful organizations in your area. Helps give the necessary tools to enable making the right decision(s) to protect children and parental rights. Children s Special Health Services (CSHS). 800-762-9891 (parent toll free number), P.O. Box 202951, Helena, MT 59620. 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. Civil Air Patrol Cadet Program. 406-546-0642, 877-529-5538, 406-731-3322, 14 Aviation Way, P.O. Box 70, Plains, MT 59859. This program for ages 12-21 encompasses a multi-step program that includes aviation and aerospace education and college scholarships in several disciplines. Club Z - Affordable Home Tutoring Services. 756-2223. Provides professional one-on-one tutoring in the student s home. All tutors are certified teachers or degreed professionals with a passion for teaching. Tutoring services are available in Sanders County communities; please call for more information. Services are also available in Flathead, Lake, and Lincoln counties. Friends Forever Mentoring of Lake County and the Flathead Reservation. 883-2150, 49518 Highway 93 North, Suite 1, Polson, MT 59860. Matches at-risk youth with a responsible, screened, and trained volunteer for the purpose of one-on-one supportive friendship and mentoring. For youth aged 6-18. Formerly named Big Brothers Big Sisters. Girl Scouts of Montana and Wyoming. 800-736-5243 Ext 2304, 1203 Highway 2 west, Unit 28, Kalispell, MT 59901. Leadership building programs are focused on three main areas: healthy living, financial literacy, and S.T.E.M (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) for younger girls; the BFF and bullying (Be a Friend First) program for middle school girls; and financial literacy, which is our cookie program. Healthy Montana Kids (HMK). 825-4395, Office of Public Assistance (OPA), 2504 Tradewinds Way, Suite 3, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. OPA has applications for HMK which is a free or low-cost health coverage plan. The plan provides health coverage to eligible Montana children and teenagers up to age 19. A child can qualify for HMK based on family size and income. Some parents share in the cost of their children s health care by paying a small co-payment when care is received. Open Gate Ranch Youth Group Home. 827-4805, P.O. Box 1413, Trout Creek, MT 59874. Group home for boys and young men aged 10-18. A Level 4 group home. Has 24-hour-awake staff with a 1:8 ratio. Montana Youth ChalleNGe Academy (MYCA). 877-FOR-MYCP (877-367-6927), 790 East Cornell Street, Dillon, MT 59725. Assists at-risk Montana youth in developing skills and abilities necessary to become productive citizens. Focus is on their physical, emotional, and educational needs for 22 weeks in a highly structured environment and followed by a 12-month community-based mentoring program. MYCA is part of the National Guard Youth ChallenNGe Program. We re in the top 25% of providers nationally! Flathead County Home Health is the only home health provider in Flathead County to be in the top 25% of providers nationally for the last 5 years! We are able to insure that you receive the quality care you need for as long as you need it. Flathead County Home Health is Medicare and Medicaid certified. Some of our services include: Skilled Nursing, Speech Therapy, Physical Therapy, Medical Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Home Health Aide Ask for us by name at your physicians office or hospital. 736 South Main St., Kalispell, MT (406)751-6800 www.flatheadcountyhome.com
70 The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition Runaway Switchboard (Hotline). 800-RUNAWAY (800-786-2929), National Runaway Switchboard. Call if you are a teenager who is thinking of running from home, if you have a friend who has run and is looking for help, or if you are a runaway ready to go home through our Home Free program. Call if you are a teacher looking for information to pass along to your students about alternatives to running from home. Call if you care about a youth and want information on how you can help someone who may be at risk of running from home. Sanders County Special Education Co-Op. 827-3007, 307 Third Avenue West, P.O. Box 129, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Provides instructional, speech, OT, PT, psychological services in school districts that are member of our Special Ed. Co-Op. Turning D Ranch. 827-8272, 866-581-9121, P.O. Box 2092, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. A therapeutic program dedicated to helping youths and their families recover from the destructive effects of behavior related problems. Young men aged 12-18. FAMILY RESOURCES AARP Tax-Aide Program. 888-227-7669. The Tax-Aide Program offers free tax services, by appointment only, for low-to-middle income taxpayers with special attention given to those aged 60 and over, ensuring they receive applicable tax credits and deductions. Tax-Aide sites are open annually from February 1 to April 15; call to locate a site near you. Addresses of these sites are announced in January in area local newspapers as physical locations may change from year to year. Child & Family Services. 827-4317, 2504 Tradewinds Way, Suite 4, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Protects children who have been or are at substantial risk of abuse, neglect or abandonment. Mission is to keep children safe and families strong. A division of Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services. Child Abuse/Neglect Hotline. 866-820-5437 (Free/24 Hours/7 Days), 866-341-8811 (TTY-Hearing Impaired). Montana Child & Family Services Division. Investigation and protective services for suspected child abuse and neglect cases. Child Support Enforcement Program. 800-346-5437 (Hotline), 406-329-7910, 2675 Palmer Street, Suite C, Missoula, MT 59808. State agency that assists single parents in securing child support from the absentee parent. Establishes paternity and support orders. Covers Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, Sanders and other counties. Family Concepts. 529-8801, 2504 Tradewinds Way, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Nurtures positive parenting in a physically safe and emotionally healthy environment. Strengthens families by utilizing professional training, education, and community resources to achieve and maintain permanent, loving homes for children. Nurturing Skills Parent Education Class. 827-3218, Sanders County Coalition for Families (SC- CFF), 303 Main Street, Lower Level, P.O. Box 1136, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. A parenting class that offers workshops on specific topics related to parenting discipline, boundaries, rules, etc., and is offered on an as needed basis. Ronald McDonald House Charity: Aids families whose children are facing life-threatening injury or illness. The Ronald McDonald Houses let families stay close by and visit their children easily. Ronald McDonald Family Rooms provide a place for families to rest and regroup. Missoula. 406-541-7646, 3003 Fort Missoula Road, P.O. Box 1119, Missoula, MT 59804. Located on the campus of Community Medical Center. Spokane. 509-624-0500, 1015 West Fifth Avenue, Spokane, WA 99204. Located near the major medical centers in Spokane. Sanders County Coalition for Families (SCCFF). 800-265-0415 (24-Hour Help Line), 827-3218 (Office), 303 Main Street, Lower Level, P.O. Box 1136, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Safe haven and supportive services to victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse. Free and confidential services include: 24-Hour Help Line & Advocacy Services; Child & Youth Programs; Emergency Shelter & Transitional Housing; and Criminal Justice Support. SENIOR CITIZEN RESOURCES AARP Driver Safety Education Class. 883-4735, 504 Third Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860. Taught by AARP volunteers. The class reviews basic driving skills and safety precautions. Completing the class can reduce insurance premiums for drivers age 50 and over. Pre-registration is required. Classes are held from 9 am - 1 pm and generally on Tuesdays and Saturdays with some exceptions. AARP Tax-Aide Program. 888-227-7669. The Tax-Aide Program offers free tax services, by appointment only, for low-to-middle income taxpayers with special attention paid to those aged 60 and over, ensuring they receive applicable tax credits and deductions. Tax-Aide sites are open annually from late January/early February to April 15. Hot Springs. 741-2344 (Information/Appointments), P.O. Box 339, Hot Springs, MT 59845. Tax-Aide location is at the Hot Springs Senior Center, 101 Main Street, in Hot Springs. Thompson Falls. 827-3457 (Information/Appointments), Senior Center,1191 Mt. Silcox Road, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Adult Protective Services (APS). 827-8122, 2504 Tradewinds Way, Suite 4, Thompson Falls, MT 59873 or 293-3757, 933 Farm to Market Road, Suite D, Libby, MT 59923. An agency given authority by the Montana legislature to investigate reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of individuals over 60 years of age or developmentally disabled adults over 18 years of age. In instances of imminent danger to the individual, APS may remove the individual from danger and arrange for a safe, temporary living situation. The Thompson Falls office serves Sanders County. Area VI Agency on Aging. 883-7284, 800-551-3191, 110 Main Street, Suite 5, Polson, MT 59860. Services: Congregate & Home Delivered Meals, Foster Grandparent Program, Information & Assistance Program, Long Term Care Ombudsman Services, RSVP (Retired and Senior Volunteer Program), and SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program). The Agency also sponsors the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CFSP) funded by the USDA. Elder Abuse Hotline. 800-551-3191, Senior and Long Term Care Division, Montana DPHHS. Elder Abuse Prevention. 877-327-7886, 406-327-7886, Western Montana Chapter for the Prevention of Elder Abuse, 2681 Palmer Street, Suite K, Missoula, MT 59808. Dedicated to promoting community action against the abuse of vulnerable adults. Programs available to those in need are: Guardianship Program, Conservatorship Program, Representative Payee Trustee Program, and Prevention of Financial Abuse Program. Elder Care Locator Service. 800-677-1116. Designed to help older adults and their families and caregivers find their way through the maze of services for seniors by identifying trustworthy local support resources. The Eldercare Locator is administered in partnership with the National Association of Area Agencies on Aging. Experience Works, Inc. 406-543-2300, 3700 South Russell Street, Missoula, MT 59801. A government funded, charitable, community-based organization that helps older adults get the training they need to find good jobs in their communities. Foster Grandparent Program. 883-7284, 800-551-3191, Area VI Agency on Aging, 110 Main Street, Suite 5, Polson, MT 59860. Provides volunteer opportunities for senior citizens age 55 or older to help today s children realize their full potential. Home & Community Based Services. 752-0580, 1825 Highway 93 South, Suite F, Kalispell, MT 59901. This Medicaid Waiver program addresses the needs of Medicaid eligible Montanans who need assistance/support to meet ongoing health needs by developing/managing home based care. Service by Benefis Spectrum Medical, an affiliate of Benefis Health System in Great Falls, MT. Serves Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, and Sanders counties. Information & Assistance Program. 883-7284, 800-551-3191, Area VI Aging on Aging, 110 Main Street, Suite 5, Polson, MT 59860. Links people age 60 and older who are in need with appropriate services such as Social and Health Services, Medicare assistance, Legal services (questions), Utilities assistance, Meal services, In-home services, Transportation, Caregiving options, Volunteering opportunities, and more. Medicaid Applications. 827-4395, Office of Public Assistance, 2504 Tradewinds Way, Suite 3, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. The Office of Public Assistance provides the application for Medicaid. Medicaid pays medical bills for people with low incomes who meet eligibility requirements. Medicaid Transportation - Sanders County. 741-2346, 800-246-5899, Sanders County Transportation, 203 Main Street, P.O. Box 339, Hot Springs, MT 59845. For qualified Medicaid participants going to Medicaid paid medical appointments. Must provide 48 hours prior notice. Medicaid Member Helplines (Montana Only). Call 800-362-8312 for Medicaid information. Call 800-376-1115 for Medicaid help. Call 800-292-7114 for general Medicaid transportation help. Medicare. 800-633-4227, 877-486-2048 TTY. Medicare information, ordering Medicare booklets, and information about health plans available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Handles questions about the Original Medicare Plan and provides up-to-date information regarding the health plans available in your area. Montana SMP (Senior Medicare Patrol). 883-7284, 800-551-3191. A statewide program where peer volunteers give public presentations or provide one-on-one assistance to educate Medicare consumers in the areas of waste, fraud and abuse. Ombudsman Long Term Care. 741-5400, 141 Fitchett Road, Plains, MT 59859. 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. Reverse Annuity Mortgage (RAM). 406-841-2840, 800-761-6264, 301 South Park, Helena, MT 59620. Mortgage loan that allows lower income elderly Montana citizens to convert the equity in their home into an additional monthly income source. Through Montana Board of Housing-Department of Commerce. Sanders County Council on Aging. 741-2343, 203 Main Street, P.O. Box 339, Hot Springs, MT 59845. Works in conjunction with the office of the Western Montana Agency on Aging (Area VI) in Polson; is the umbrella for all senior centers in Sanders County; is responsible for all meals at the senior centers, Meals on Wheels, home making services, respite care, and Information & Assistance services. The Sanders County Council on Aging will be partnering with Adult Protective Services to offer and assist with transportation, food and shelter to disabled and elderly people in emergency and crisis situations. Sanders County Public Transportation. 741-2346, 800-246-5899, 203 Main Street, P.O. Box 339, Hot Springs, MT 59845. For people who don t drive or don t like to drive to get to doctors appointments, grocery stores, shopping centers, Senior Centers, cities outside Sanders County, etc. Designed to help the needs of the citizens throughout Sanders County. Has designated pickup points and schedules. Senior Centers: Dixon. 246-3310, Third Street West, P.O. Box 85, Dixon, MT 59831. Heron. 847-2520, Heron Community Center, 6 Upper River Road, P.O. Box 16, Heron, MT 59844. Hot Springs. 741-2344, Camas Hot Springs Senior Center, 101 Main Street, Suite 1, P.O. Box 591, Hot Springs, MT 59845. Noxon. 847-6000, 207 Second Street, P.O. Box 17, Noxon, MT 59853. Plains/Paradise. 826-3018, 205 West Meany, P.O. Box 935, Plains, MT 59859. Thompson Falls. 827-3457, 1191 Mount Silcox Drive, P.O. Box 444, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Trout Creek. 827-4461, Larch Street, P.O. Box 1448, Trout Creek, MT 59874. SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program). 883-7284, 800-551-3191, Area VI Agency on Aging, 110 Main Street, Suite 5, Polson, MT 59860. Free health benefits counseling service for Medicare beneficiaries and their families or caregivers. Social Security Administration. 866-931-9029 (Missoula), 800-772-1213 (National), 3701 American Way, Missoula, MT 59808. The Missoula office serves Sanders County. Processes applications for Social Security, retirement and disability, Medicare, survivors and dependants, Supplemental Security Income. Handles questions concerning benefit checks and Social Security numbers. Thompson Falls Lions Manor. 827-3115, 7-1-1 Montana Relay, 800-253-4091 TTY, 1600 Maiden Lane, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Independent living apartments for seniors (62 and over) and physically disabled people who qualify as low income. Only the head of household, spouse, or co-head needs to be elderly or disabled. THRIFT STORES & RESALE SHOPS LBSI Thrift Store. 826-2615, 103 West Lynch Street, Plains, MT 59859. Little Bitterroot Thrift Store. 827-0171, 607 Main Street, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. MEDIA RESOURCES Clark Fork Valley Press/Mineral Independent. 826-3402, 800-440-3402, 105 West Lynch Street, Plains, MT 59859. Sanders County Ledger. 827-3421, 800-955-7741, 603 Main Street, P.O. Box 219, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. SCHOOLS Sanders County Superintendent of Schools. 827-3323, 307 Third Avenue West, P.O. Box 519, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Hot Springs School Foundation. 741-3285 (School), P.O. Box 102, Hot Springs, MT 59845. Supports local schools. COLLEGES & POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION Flathead Valley Community College Lincoln County Campus (LCC). 293-2721, 225 Commerce Way, Libby, MT 59923. Offers some of the same great educational opportunities as at the main Flathead Valley Community College campus. Jump-start an undergraduate degree, earn a technical degree, retrain for a new profession through workforce development and explore personal interests with non-credit courses. With a Libby location, students don t have to travel 90 miles away to receive the high-quality education FVCC offers. College information and all class schedules are available at www.fvcc.edu Montana Montessori Teacher Education Institute. 755-3824, 5 Park Hill Road, Kalispell, MT 59901. For AMS Early Childhood Montessori Certification. Salish Kootenai College. 275-4800, 58138 Highway 93, P.O. Box 70, Pablo, MT 59855. HOME SCHOOLS Clark Fork Home Schoolers. 826-7890. Montana Coalition of Home Educators. 406-587-6163, P.O. Box 43, Gallatin Gateway, MT 59730. Clearinghouse for information. PUBLIC SCHOOLS (GRADES K-12) Dixon School. 246-3566, 411 B Street, P.O. Box 10, Dixon, MT 59831. Grades PK 8 in School District 9. Hot Springs School. 741-2964 (District Business Office), 741-2014 (Elementary), 741-2962 (High School), 301 Broadway, P.O. Box 1005, Hot Springs, MT 59845. Grades K-12 in School District 14-J. Noxon School. 847-2442, 300 Noxon Avenue, Noxon, MT 59853. Grades K-12 in School District 10.
The Daily Inter Lake, 2014 Edition 71 Plains Schools. 826-8600, 412 Rittenour Street, P.O. Box 549, Plains, MT 59859. Elementary (826-3642), Wild Horse Elementary (826-3085), High School (826-3666) in School District 1. Thompson Falls Schools: P.O. Box 129, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Grades K-12 in District 2. Elementary. 827-3592, 315 Columbia Street. Grades PK-6. Junior High School. 827-3593, 306 Haley Avenue. Grades 7-8 High School. 827-3561, 601 Golf Street. Grades 9-12. Trout Creek Elementary School. 827-3629, 4 School Lane, Trout Creek, MT 59874. Grades K-8 in School District 6. PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT OFFICES Dixon School District 9. 246-3566, P.O. Box 10, Dixon, MT 59831. Grades PK-8. Hot Springs School District 14-J. 741-3285, P.O. Box 1005, Hot Springs, MT 59845. Grades K-12. Noxon School District 10. 847-2442, 300 Noxon Avenue, Noxon, MT 59853. Grades K-12. Plains School District 1. 826-8600, 412 Rittenour Street, P.O. Box 549, Plains, MT 59859. Grades K-12. Thompson Falls School District 2. 827-3323, P.O. Box 129, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Grades K-12. Trout Creek School District 6. 827-3629, 4 School Lane, Trout Creek, MT 59874. Grades K-8. VETERANS/MILITARY ORGANIZATIONS & SERVICES American Legion: Paradise/Plains Post #129. 826-3191, 450 Railroad Avenue, P.O. Box 14, Paradise, MT 59856. Thompson Falls Post #52. 827-3059, 3 Industrial Drive, P.O. Box 1988, Thompson Falls, MT 59873. Camp Patriot. 293-4376, 509-392-1015, 417 Mineral Avenue, #8, P.O. Box 627, Libby, MT 59923. 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. Family Assistance Center (FAC). 406-324-5121 (Missoula), 877-706-7598, 9383 Running West Road, Missoula, MT 59808. Offers information and referral services to military families from all branches, whether active, Guard/Reserve, or retired. Fort Harrison VA Medical Center & Ambulatory Care Clinic. 877-468-8387, 3687 Veterans Drive, P.O. Box 1500, Fort Harrison, MT 59636. A 50-bed acute care, medical-surgical facility that offers a broad range of acute, chronic, and specialized inpatient and outpatient services for both male and female veterans. Fort Harrison VA Regional Office. 800-827-1000, 3633 Veterans Drive, Fort harrison, MT 59636. Homeless Veterans in Need of Help. 877-424-3838 (Hotline). Homeless Veterans or Veterans at-risk for homelessness can get free, 24/7 access to trained VA counselors. The hotline is intended to assist homeless Veterans and their families, VA Medical Centers, federal, state and local partners, community agencies, service providers and others in the community. This National Call Center was founded by the Department of Veterans Affairs. Missoula VA Community Based Outpatient Clinic. 493-3700, 8877-468-8387 (Fort Harrison), 2687 Palmer Street, Suite C, Missoula, MT 59808. Missoula Vet Center (VA Primary Care Clinic). 406-721-4918, 877-468-8387, 500 North Higgins, Suite 202, Missoula, MT 59802. Serves as a readjustment counseling service to help returning combat veterans with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and marriage, bereavement, and sexual trauma counseling to get back into the mainstream of life. Montana VA Service Outreach. 406-542-2501, Missoula Service Office, Montana State Veterans Affairs, 1911 Tower Street, Missoula, MT 59804. Provides information, answers to questions, and assistance regarding veterans benefits. For all veterans and their family members and widows/widowers of veterans. The Missoula Office schedules regular Veterans Service Outreach visits in Lake and Sanders counties. Montana Veterans Home. 892-3256, 400 Veterans Drive, P.O. Box 250, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. A Medicare/Medicaid and Veterans Administration certified facility for honorably discharged veterans. Skilled/intermediate nursing care or self-care living. Includes an Alzheimer s unit. The Veterans Home Memorial Fund accepts tax-deductible donations for the benefit of Montana Veterans Home residents. Montana Wounded Warriors. 270-1648, 100 Cooperative Way, Suite 100, Kalispell, MT 59901. Formed to provide wounded Montana Veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars with high-quality hunting and fishing opportunities here in Montana. (We are based in Columbia Falls.) The organization is run by an all-volunteer board with no paid staff and that allows maximum use of donations to serve our Veterans. Our mission is to take groups of 2-6 wounded Montana Veterans on all-expense-paid hunting and fishing trips where their chances of success are extremely high. The trips are run through professional outfitters and include high quality food and lodging because many of our Veterans have special needs that professional outfitters are better suited to accommodate. We fundraise year-round in order to provide group trips two or three times per year. Donations are tax-deductible. National Guard Recruiter. 721-0071 (Missoula). Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA) - Mountain States Chapter. 800-833-9400, 12200 East Iliff Avenue, Suite 107, Aurora, Colorado, 80014. Focus is on the issues and concerns of the most catastrophically disabled veterans, namely, paralyzed veterans. Serves Colorado, Montana, Utah, and Wyoming. Suicide Prevention Hotline for Veterans. 800-273-TALK (Press 1 ). Will be routed to the Veterans Suicide Prevention Hotline. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Veterans Health Administration (VHA) has founded a national suicide prevention hotline to ensure veterans in emotional crisis are able to chat with a crisis counselor and get help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Veterans Affairs (VA) Benefits Information Line. 800-827-1000. Veterans Upward Bound. 406-243-7812, Missoula College of the University of Montana, 909 South Avenue West, Missoula, MT 59801. A free U.S. Department of Education program designed to help eligible U.S. military veterans refresh their academic skills so that they can successfully complete the postsecondary school of their choice. Offers in-class instruction locally on the Missoula College campus and other colleges throughout Montana.. Online instruction is also available. VFW Post 3596. 826-5960, 826-3841 (Bowling Alley), 201 West Lynch, P.O. Box 806, Plains, MT 59859. Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA 938). 404-381-7899, Bitterroot Chapter, P.O. Box 1391, Hamilton, MT 59840. Provides the opportunity to obtain and share information, to organize grass root activities, lend a helping hand, and offer assistance to all veterans. FEDERAL BENEFITS FOR VETERANS, DEPENDENTS AND SURVIVORS Bereavement Counseling. 202-461-6530. Education. 888-442-4551. Headstones and Markers. 800-697-6947. Health Care. 8778-222-VETS (8387). National Call Center for Homeless Veterans. 877-424-3838. National Caregiver Support Line. 855-260-3274. VA Center for Woman Veterans. 202-273-6193. VA Benefits Information Line. 800-827-1000. VA Mammography Helpline. 888-492-7844 Women Veterans Call Center. 202-461-1070.855-829-6636 (855-VA-WOMEN) Hotline for questions from Veterans, their families and caregivers about the many VA services and resources available to women Veterans. Is pleased to accept admission applications from: Honorably discharged Veterans & Spouses of honorably discharged Veterans. We offer eligible applicants: Reduced costs for eligible Veterans with payment accepted from Medicare / Medicaid / Insurance / VA / Private Pay Rehab Services - Physical / Occupational / Speech Therapy Nursing and Domiciliary (Assisted Living) Units available Services, programs and activities specifically for Veterans For more information about the Montana Veteran s Home, please contact: Helen Lyman 406-892-3256 Ext: 261 or hlyman@mt.gov
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