Coeur d'Alene Insider

Volunteer time, skills & compassion to others!

"Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring,

all of which have the potential to turn a life around." --Leo Buscaglia

TALENTS - WE ALL HAVE THEM. LET'S USE THEM TO BENEFIT OTHERS!

600 W. Prairie Ave., Coeur d'Alene, ID 83815
208-334-8416 (Cathy)
"Adopt a Highway" - litter pick-up
"Operation Wildflower" - wildflower planting
"Rest Area Activities Program" - dispense refreshments to motorists at rest areas (for non-profit groups).
"Safe Kids" - become a car seat safety technician.
"WHALE (We Have A Little Emergency) Program" - distribute child ID stickers for child care seats. Info - 208-334-4460.

2003 Kootenai Health Way, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814
208-625-4646
Mail pick-up/delivery, answer phones, transport patients, deliver flowers/mail/gifts, gift shop, pet therapy, teen volunteer program, "way-finding", injury prevention, special events, car seat technician, nurse volunteer.

1417 N. 4th St., Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814
208-667-9165 Coeur d'Alene | 208-818-3916 Kellogg
Trained volunteer child advocates are appointed to represent the best interest of children who are abused & neglected, & are involved in active Child Protective Act cases.

Panhandle Health District, 8500 N. Atlas Rd., Hayden, ID 83835
208-415-5177
Provides companionship & respite care to elderly & disabled persons in Benewah, Bonner, Boundary, Kootenai & Shoshone counties.
Low income seniors (ages 55+) assist those who need minor help to continue living independently. Sponsored by Panhandle Health District, it serves the five northern counties: Benewah, Bonner, Boundary, Kootenai, and Shoshone.
Senior Companions visit clients in their homes.
A non-taxable stipend is paid. Also transportation reimbursement, paid time off, ongoing training & accident/liability insurance while volunteering.

1800 Lincoln Way, Ste 201, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814
208-667-5433
1-800-712-HELP (emergency 24/7)
Provides FREE compassion, support & information to anyone facing the challenge of unintended pregnancy.
Provides parenting education, adoption support, community referrals, guidance for young fathers & post-abortion support group
Volunteer orientation sessions offered monthly
Be a mentor to young fathers, client advocate, church liaison, knit baby blankets, administer pregnancy/ultrasound tests (nurses/medical personnel), educate peers, become board member
Pray for staff, volunteers & clients

"Building a better community one cup at a time"
PO Box 744, Spirit Lake, ID 83869
(907) 330-7339 (Vanessa - Volunteer Coordinator)
Programs include - FREE weekly meals for Spirit Lake community, school clothing closets, summer weekend lunches/weekend bags, first responder "buddy bags" for children in traumatic situations, family assistance

"Be a light in the fight."
509-731-3076 (Emily Grankowski - Director of Outreach); email
Provides transportation for cancer patients in the Inland NW who need to get to medical app'ts, who cannot drive themselves (in WA & ID locations)
Drivers receive training/orientation. Must be age 21+, provide own vehicle & have proof of insurance.
Drivers make their own schedule, choosing times/days convenient for them.
There is no charge for the oncology patients receiving rides.

9420 N. Government Way, Hayden, ID 83835
208-661-8870
Join a team - firewood, office or handyman (repairs, building ramps, handrails).

2290 West Prairie Ave., CdA, ID 83815
208-772-7994
Orientation is offered every 4th Wednesday, 6-7:30 pm.
Find a niche - become a companion/caregiver, offer bereavement support, spiritual care, pet therapy, fundaising, office help, music therapy, or work at thrift store.
Thrift store location - 503 E. Seltice Way, #5, Post Falls, 208-773-5076.

5500 N. Government Way, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83815
208-446-1300
"Citizens on Patrol" - do security checks, traffic control, VIN/HIN inspections, home safety inspections, & assist at special events in the community (parades, firework displays, school functions). Free training is provided.
Search & Rescue, COPS & Chaplain Corps

Panhandle Health District, 8500 N. Atlas Rd., Hayden, ID 83835
208-415-5185 (Nan Swendig)
Be part of a well-trained team of medical & non-medical volunteers who contribute skills/expertise to our community in public health or other emergency situations.
May participate in health fairs, shot clinics, health screenings & trainings/exercises.

115 Northwest Blvd., Coeur d'Alene, ID 8314
208-664-3448
Store attendant, cataloguing, displays, web design, marketing, fundraising, student internships & board member.
Open April 1 - Oct 31.
Museum collects, preserves & interprets history of the area to foster appreciation of heritage.

JUVENILE JUSTICE OUTREACH

Kootenai Co. Juvenile Justice Mentoring Program
205 N. 4th St., Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814
Coordinator Amelia Kirk; 208-659-6161 or email
Help improve the lives of at-risk youth - guide, support, listen, motivate, nurture, inspire, influence, encourage, share hobbies, be a role model. Help them become productive, responsible adults.