Frequently Asked Questions

This office is located at 451 Government Way, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, on the second floor, also known as the "main floor," of the Administration Building, next to the old County courthouse.

Phone: 208-446-1880
Fax: 208-446-2177

Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., except recognized holidays.

Wendy Eaton, Supervisor, is the administrator of County Assistance.

Go to the office to get additional, more detailed information and to pick up the paperwork and schedule an appointment if appropriate. The application process to determine eligibility requires completing an application, submitting various documents, and attending a scheduled interview.

Yes, Idaho Code Chapters 35. Contact us at 208-446-1880 for more information.

This is an emergency assistance office for Kootenai County residents only to apply for the following types of assistance:  Rent to avoid eviction, utilities, or cremation For more information, contact County Assistance at 208-446-1880.

Your appointment will be rescheduled.

Thirty (30) consecutive days (proof required). For more information, contact us at 208-446-1880.

Yes. If applying for cremation assistance, you must apply prior to any cremation being rendered by a funeral home. Call us at 208-446-1880 for more information.