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Directory of Community Resources January 2010
Bozeman, Montana
Bozeman Public Schools
Directory of Community Resources Bozeman, Montana
Table of Contents:
Academic Support................................................................................ 14 Child Care................................................................................................ 14 Children with Special Needs............................................................ 15 Clothing.................................................................................................... 15 Domestic Violence ............................................................................... 16 Education ................................................................................................ 2 Faith Based Needs ............................................................................... 17 Financial Assistance............................................................................ 18 Food........................................................................................................... 21 Household Items .................................................................................. 16 Housing .................................................................................................... 22 Intensive Care for Children .............................................................. 24 Job Skills .................................................................................................. 25 Job Training............................................................................................ 25 Legal Services ........................................................................................ 25 Life Skills ................................................................................................. 14 Low Cost Health Care ......................................................................... 27 Medical Care........................................................................................... 27 Mental Health Treatment & Care................................................... 28 Parenting................................................................................................. 30 Pregnancy ............................................................................................... 31 Quick Reference Guide....................................................................... 6 School Support ...................................................................................... 37 Schools ..................................................................................................... 2 Substance Abuse Treatment............................................................ 32 Transportation...................................................................................... 33 Youth Services & Mentoring ............................................................ 34
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SCHOOLS WITHIN THE DISTRICT Willson School Building 404 West Main St. Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 522‐6027
Name Position Phone
Liz Cleary Enrollment Secretary 522‐6005
Dr. Marilyn King Assistant Superintendent 522‐6003
Jeanne Delin Administrative Assistant to Assistant Superintendent 522‐6003
Robin Arnold Curriculum Director, Title & Grants Coordinator 522‐6027
Lisa Sheehan Curriculum Secretary 522‐6027
Rebecca Spear District Nurse 522‐6057
Laura St. John Student Advocacy Coordinator 522‐6021
Heather Denny McKinney‐Vento Liaison for Families in Transition 522‐6066
Lauren Sutton AmeriCorps/VISTA 522‐7160
ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
Emily Dickinson Elementary School 2435 Annie St. Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 522‐6650
Name Position Phone
Sharon Navas Principal 522‐6650
Roy Crosby Assistant Principal 522‐6639
Kathy Mundy Secretary 522‐6650
Heidi Makoutz Parent Liaison 922‐4236
Kim Wegner‐McCauley School Psychologist/Counselor 522‐6609
Attendance 522‐6610
Fax 522‐6640
Hawthorne Elementary School 114 North Rouse St. Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 522‐6700
Name Position Phone
Dr. Robin Miller Principal 522‐6700
Cathie Norton Secretary 522‐6700
Libby Michaud Parent Liaison 587‐3840
Marchell Oswood School Psychologist/Counselor 522‐6706
Attendance 522‐6710
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Fax Number 522‐6730
Hyalite Elementary School 3600 West Babcock St. Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 582‐6800
Name Position Phone
Robbye Hamburgh Principal 582‐6800
Vicki Collins Secretary 582‐6800
Stacey Tompkins Parent Liaison 582‐6851
Steve Marty School Psychologist/Counselor 582‐6848
Attendance 582‐6810
Fax Number 582‐6850
Irving Elementary School 611 South 8th Ave. Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 522‐6600
Name Position Phone
Adrian Advincula Principal 582‐6600
Claudia Leake Secretary 582‐6600
Heidi Makoutz Parent Liaison 922‐4236
Trish Garnick School Psychologist/Counselor 522‐6561
Attendance 522‐6565
Fax Number 522‐6690
Longfellow Elementary School 516 South Tracy Ave. Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 522‐6150
Name Position Phone
Randy Walthall Principal 522‐6150
Nancy Planalp Secretary 522‐6150
Melissa Costigan Parent Liaison 587‐3840
Jill Lea School Psychologist/Counselor 522‐6153
Attendance 522‐6160
Fax Number 522‐6180
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Morning Star Elementary School 830 Arnold St. Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 522‐6500
Name Position Phone
Nonnie Hughes Principal 522‐6500
Francine Cuchine Secretary 522‐6500
Libby Michaud Parent Liaison 922‐4237
Elsa Kilwein Counselor 522‐6539
Attendance 522‐6510
Fax Number 522‐6550
Whittier Elementary School 511 North 5th Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 522‐6750
Name Position Phone
Jerry Bauer Principal 522‐6750
Carol Hummel Secretary 522‐6750
Melissa Costigan Parent Liaison 922‐4245
Jennifer Chrisman Counselor 522‐6779
MIDDLE SCHOOLS
Chief Joseph Middle School 4255 Kimberwicke Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 522‐6300
Name Position Phone
Diane Cashell Principal 522‐6300
Brian Ayers Assistant Principal 522‐6300
Lynn Seiger Secretary 522‐6300
Rosalie Lee Guidance Counselor 522‐6320
Wendy Fedock Guidance Secretary 522‐6300
Kathy Stephens Attendance Secretary 522‐6301
Attendance Attendance 522‐6310
Fax Number Fax Number 522‐6306
Sacajawea Middle School 3525 South Third Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 522‐6300
Name Position Phone
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Gordon Grissom Principal 522‐6400
Joe Moriarty Assistant Principal 522‐6400
Barb Denny Secretary 522‐647
Kenneth Bies Guidance Counselor 522‐6421
Mark Salo Guidance Counselor 522‐6420
Trish Garnick School Psychologist/Counselor 522‐6430
Attendance 522‐6410
Fax Number 522‐6474
HIGH SCHOOLS
Bozeman High School 205 North 11th Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 522‐6200
Name Position Phone
Dr. Robert Watson Principal 522‐6200
Ken Gibson Assistant Principal 522‐6243
Mike Ruyle Assistant Principal 522‐6239
Cynthia Newman Senior Secretary 522‐6200
Lorrie Hansen Secretary 522‐6243
Sherri Blackwood Crisis Counselor 522‐6211
Larry Bittner Senior Guidance Counselor 522‐6206
Shannon Stevens Junior Guidance Counselor 522‐6208
Dianne Corneer Sophomore Guidance Counselor 522‐6207
Diana Pollari Freshman Guidance Counselor 522‐6209
Marta Bush School Psychologist 522‐6214
Shawna Kelly School Psychologist 522‐6622
Bridger Alternative Program 404 W. Main Street ‐ 2nd Floor of the Willson Building Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 522‐6100
Name Position Phone
Dr. Robert Watson Principal 522‐6100
Mike Ruyle Assistant Principal 522‐6100
Mary Kate Boling Secretary 522‐6100
Anne Sullivan Guidance Counselor 522‐6107
Tricia Williamson Guidance Counselor 522‐6116
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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE All Montana phone numbers have area code (406)
ACADEMIC SUPPORT Human Resource Development Council, Head Start 587‐4486 A free early childhood program for income eligible families. Thrive, Parent Liaison 587‐3840 Support, resources and help navigating the school system. Thrive, Child Advancement Project 587‐3840 (CAP) is an in‐school mentoring program for kids. CHILD CARE SUPPORT Child Care Connections 587‐7786 Promoting quality childcare. CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS Eagle Mount 586‐1781 Recreation for children with disabilities. Family Outreach 587‐2477 Case management for developmental disabilities. Helena Industries Case Management 587‐7703 Ages 16 and older with developmental disabilities. Reach, Inc Assisting adults with disabilities. 587‐1271 CLOTHING The Help Center 586-3333 Resources to find clothing. Love INC, Linen Closet 586-3008 Clothes Closet. Sacks of Bozeman 587-7283 Thrift store. Salvation Army 586-5813 Thrift store. Bozeman Community Thrift Shop 586-5261 Furniture, home goods and clothing.
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE Bozeman Shelter Care Facility 586‐2566 Short‐term home and family environment to young people in crisis. Department of Family Services 585‐9984
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Child protection services and family resources. HAVEN 586‐4111 24‐hour emergency assistance. Human Resource Development Council 587‐4486 Emergency Housing Assistance. EDUCATION MSU GED Testing and Info Center 994‐4311 Adult and Community Education 522‐6012 Bozeman Public Schools, Adult Basic & Literacy Education 585‐8673 Montana State University 994‐9352 FAITH BASED SERVICES Love in the Name of Christ (LOVE Inc.) 587‐3008 Volunteer services. Lutheran Social Services of Montana 586‐2486 Foster care and adoption counseling. United Methodist Church 586‐5413 Bread of Life Ministries. Resurrection Parish 586‐9243 Counseling and aid to the needy. Salvation Army 586‐5813 Emergency welfare aid, lodging, meals, clothing & gasoline. Seventh Day Adventist 586‐2414 Free used clothing, help with food, lodging and transportation. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Consumer Credit Counseling 582‐9273 Counseling and education. Energy share 587‐4486 Prevention of power shut‐off. Gallatin County Office of Public Assistance 582-3010 Food stamps, Medicaid, CHIP, SNAP, WIC, TANF. Human Resource Development Council 587‐4486 Emergency fuel, rent, and shelter. L.I.E.A.P 222‐0896 Energy assistance Oct‐May. Love INC 587‐3008 Budget Counseling. Social Security Administration, Disability income 586‐4501
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FOOD Bread of Life Ministry 582‐2123 Gallatin County Office of Public Assistance 582‐3010 Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Gallatin Valley Food Bank 586‐7600 Food available on a 30‐day basis. His Soup 581‐1621 Rescue Mission that meets the needs of homeless. LOVE Inc. 587‐3008 Volunteer services. Meals on Wheels Program 586‐2421 Delivery service to homebound seniors. HOUSEHOLD ITEMS Love INC, Furniture 587‐3008 Furniture ministry. Sacks of Bozeman 587‐7283 Thrift store including furniture. Salvation Army 586‐5813 Thrift store including furniture. Bozeman Community Thrift Shop 586‐5261 Household items, furniture, clothing. HOUSING Amos House 586‐3840 Men’s shelter. Boulevard Apt 587‐4486 Affordable housing. Darlington Manor 587‐2981 Affordable housing. Family Promise 582‐7388 Faith organizations helping homeless families who have children. Gallatin Manor 587‐1591 Affordable housing. Greenwood Plaza 587‐3921 Affordable housing. Heritage Apt 586‐8560 Affordable housing. HRDC Emergency Services 587‐4486
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Transitional Housing. MSU Family and Graduate Housing 994‐3730 For students only. P.A.T.H Outreach 522‐7357 Project for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness. INTENSIVE CARE FOR YOUTH A.W.A.R.E 586‐6020 Provides disability services for persons with challenging mental health, emotional and developmental disabilities. Youth Dynamics 585‐9402 Progressive family and community centered behavioral health services. JOB SKILLS & TRAINING Career Transitions 587‐1721 Assists and strengthens families and individuals to become self‐sufficient through education, training and employment. Human Resource Development Council 587‐4486 Job Service 582‐9200 Serves both employer and job seeker. Montana State University 994‐6617 Vocational Resources 587‐0601 Career counseling, training, transportation, job placement, independent living, and adaptive equipment. LEGAL SERVICES Child and Elder Abuse Help Line 1(866) 820‐5437 Child and Family Services, Gallatin County 585‐9984 Child Support Enforcement 582‐2173 Civil Court Law and Justice Center 582‐2191 Community Mediation Center 522‐8442 Mediation for divorce and parenting plan assistance. Crime Stoppers 586‐1131 Disability Rights Montana 1(800) 245‐4743 Gallatin County Attorney 582‐2145 Gallatin Detention Center 582‐2130 Gallatin County Sheriff’s Office 582‐2125 Gallatin County Victim Witness Assistance Program 582‐2075
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HAVEN, Sexual and Domestic Abuse Crisis Line 582‐2038 Montana Legal Aid 1(800) 999‐4941 Montana Legal Services Helpline 1(800) 666‐6899 Policenonemergency 582‐2000 Victim Information Notification 1(800) 456‐3076 MEDICAL CARE Adolescent Resource Center 586‐8253 AIDS Hotline 582‐1110 Bozeman Deaconess Hospital 585‐5000 Bozeman Urgent Care 586‐8711 Bridger Clinic Reproductive health care. 587‐0681 Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) 1(877) 543‐7669 Community Health Partners ~ Gallatin Community Clinic 585‐1360 High quality, cost‐effective medical care. Community Health Partners ~ Dental Clinic 585‐8701 Gallatin County City/County Health Department 582‐3100 Immunizations, Public Health, WIC, breast feeding support. La Leche League Breast feeding support. 582‐5688 Women, Infants and Children (WIC) 582‐3115 MENTAL HEALTH TREATMENT & CARE A.W.A.R.E. 587‐1181 Youth patient treatment. Community Health Partners ~ Gallatin Community Clinic 585‐1360 High quality, cost‐effective healthcare. Gallatin Mental Health Center 522‐7357 Fees based on ability to pay. Hope House 585‐1180 Mental Health facility. Human Development Clinic 994‐4113 Low‐cost services provided by MSU graduate students. Mental Health America of Montana 1 (877) 927‐6642 Mental Health Association for Montana Kids 1(800) 823‐6426
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Medicaid Helpline 1(800) 363‐8312 Medicare Information Line 1(800) 633‐4227 Montana Mental Health Services Plan (MHSP) 1(800) 624‐3958 State Addictive and Mental Disorders Information Line 1 (888) 866‐0328 The Help Center 586‐3333 24 Hour crisis hotline The National Alliance for the Mentally Ill (NAMI) 585‐8959 Youth Dynamics 585‐9402 Therapeutic behavioral health services for children and families, specializing in foster and group home care. PARENTING SUPPORT Adolescent Resource Center 586‐8253 Focus on drug prevention. Big Sky Youth Center 586‐2566 Shelter care/group home takes youth from 11‐18 years old. Gallatin City/County Health Department 582‐3100 Breast‐feeding, care of infants and pregnancy education. Hearts and Homes 585‐8544 Crisis care. Human Development Clinic 994‐4113 Parenting through divorce. Human Resource Development Council 587‐4486 Education, Youth Development Programs. Thrive, Parent Liaison 587‐4734 Support to parents and a link between school and home. Thrive, Programs for Dads 587‐4734 Dynamite Dad’s Group. Thrive, The Parent Place Family Resource Center 587‐4734 Parent resources, education, and free newsletter support and family fun. Thrive, Young Parent Groups 587‐4734 Education. 4H Center for Youth Development 994‐3501 Four‐H clubs, camps, school enrichment programs and special interest activities. PREGNANCY La Leche League 587‐1152 Breastfeeding support. Gallatin City/County Health Dept. Pregnancy Center 582‐2100
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Bozeman Clinic 587‐4242 Family care. Bridger Clinic 587‐0681 Reproductive healthcare based on income. SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT Alcoholics Anonymous 585‐4079 Support group for alcoholism. Al Anon Family & Friends 585‐4258 Support group for family and friends. Adolescent Resource Center 586‐5908 Outpatient adolescent treatment and prevention. Adult Children of Alcoholics & Dysfunctional Families 587‐3690 Support group. Alcohol and Drug Assistance Center 994‐5937 Alcohol and Drug Services 586‐5493 Department of Public Health and Human Services 585‐9984 TRANSPORTATION Driver’s License Bureau 587‐0461 Galavan 587‐2434 Rides to low income, disabled, and elderly. LOVE Inc. 587‐3008 Transportation to resources in the community. Streamline Bus Service 587‐ 2434 Offers service throughout the Bozeman area to fulfill everyone’s transportation needs. Economical, efficient, eco‐conscience and fare free. All Valley Cab 388‐9999 Greater Valley Taxi 587‐6303 Greyhound Bus 587‐3110 YOUTH SERVICES Big Brothers Big Sisters 587‐1216 Help children reach their potential through professional one‐on‐one relationships. Boys and Girls Club of Gallatin Valley 587‐8442 To inspire and enable young people to reach their full potential. Boy Scouts of America 624‐0272 A program for young people that builds character, trains them in the responsibilities of participating citizenship, and develops personal fitness. Big Sky Youth Empowerment Project 539‐0399
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BYEP exists to connect at‐risk youth with the outdoors at no charge. Big Sky Youth Initiative 585‐0294 Provide opportunities through mentoring youth‐driven, adult‐supported programs. Girl Scouts of Montana and Wyoming 252‐0488 A program for girls that builds character and trains them in the responsibilities of participating citizenship. Greater Gallatin United Way 587‐4486 Improving the lives of others by mobilizing the caring power of communities. Montana Conservation Corps 587‐4475 Performing service projects which have a lasting and beneficial impact on our natural environment and communities. The Rock Youth Center 522‐7979 A safe place for youth to hang out, get a meal, study and have fun. Runaway Hotline 1(800) 621‐4000 Provides crisis intervention and referrals for youth, parents and families. OTHER SERVICES Bozeman Public Library 582‐2400 Mon ‐ Thur 10:00 ‐ 8:00 Fri ‐ Sat 10:00 ‐ 5:00 Sun 1:00 ‐ 5:00 (Sept. ‐ May) Bozeman Public Schools 522‐6027 Dept. of Family Services 585‐9984 Greater Gallatin United Way 587‐2194 Shower Ministry 586‐5413 Suicide Loss/Saving Lives 570‐8353
DIRECTORY OF SERVICES
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ACADEMIC SUPPORT
Human Resource Development Council (HRDC) 32 South Tracy Ave. Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 587‐4486 www.hrdc9.org [email protected]
The HRDC serves community’s and people’s needs by developing resources that provide opportunities and essential services such as health and nutrition, emergency services, affordable housing, Head Start, youth development, volunteer opportunities, transportation, energy assistance, and conservation and community development.
Services/Programs Housing Energy Assistance Transportation Head Start Youth Development
Thrive 400 East Babcock St. Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 587‐3840 www.allthrive.org [email protected]
The mission of Thrive is to encourage healthy family development through community awareness, parent education and support to children and families. Thrive is committed to providing early and ample education and support to parents and their children.
Services/Programs Child Advancement Project (CAP) The Parent Place Partnership Project to Strengthen Families Parent Liaison Girls for a Change
CHILD CARE SUPPORT Child Care Connections 317 E. Mendenhall St. #C Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 587‐7786 www.childcareconnections.info [email protected]
Child Care Connections promotes quality childcare by supporting childcare professionals, families and the communities it serves. Child Care Connections is the only resource and referral agency in Gallatin, Park and Meagher Counties.
Services/Programs Scholarships for families struggling with the high cost of child care Free referrals to registered/licensed child care programs Consumer education to help parents find quality child care Consultation and guidance for individuals interested in starting a child care program. Financial
reimbursement for nutritious meals served in child care and education to promote lifelong healthy eating habits
Safety programs dedicated to preventing childhood injuries Child safety seat resources Babysitting courses for area youth
CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
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Eagle Mount 6901 Goldenstein Ln. Bozeman, MT 59715‐8005 (406) 586‐1781 www.eaglemount.org [email protected]
Eagle Mount facilitates and implements therapeutic recreational programs such as skiing, swimming and horseback riding to benefit people with disabilities and children with cancer, and provides support for their families.
Family Outreach 619 N. Church, Unit #1 Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 587‐2477 www.familyoutreach.org
Family Outreach is a private non‐profit agency providing home‐based education and support services to individuals throughout Southwestern Montana who have disabilities or developmental delays.
Helena Industries Case Management 300 N Willson Ave. Bozeman, MT 59715‐3551 (406) 587‐7703
The mission of Case Management Services is to ensure that all eligible persons with developmental disabilities receive the services that will allow them to live their lives in a way that assures them the highest quality of life.
Services/Programs Case Management links and coordinates service for persons with developmental disabilities who are
16 years of age or older. Any person, 16 years of age of older, living in Montana who has a developmental disability is eligible
for Case Management services. Reach, Inc. 322 Gallatin Park Drive Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 587‐1271 www.reachinc.org [email protected]
Reach, Inc. supports adults with disabilities. Reach provides vocational and residential community supports for people with developmental disabilities and survivors of traumatic brain injuries. Reach also serves adults with other disabilities including brain injuries.
CLOTHING
Bozeman Community Thrift Shop 8358 Huffine Lane Bozeman, MT 59718 (406) 586-5261
Thrift store that sells furniture, clothing, children’s toys, games and home goods. The Help Center 421 E. Peach Street Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 586-3333 [email protected] www.bozemanhelpcenter.org
The Help Center is available 24 hours a day, every day of the year, to assist individuals and families in sorting out problems, dealing with feelings and making decisions. In addition, the Help Center provides Rape and Suicide Outreach as well as follow-up counseling and referral.
Love in the Name of Christ (Love INC) Ministry
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P.O. Box 7117 Bozeman, MT 59771 (406) 587‐3008 www.loveincgc.org
A telephone referral ministry that works with local churches to provide volunteer services such as; transportation for individuals and families in Gallatin County, access to resources, personal care items, linens, furniture, car repair, language translation, companionship, prescription assistance, household items or emergency day care. Requests and referrals are screened carefully.
Sacks of Bozeman 138 West Mendenhall Bozeman MT 59715 Gallatin County (406) 587‐7283 sacksthrift.org
Sacks thrift store sells low cost affordable clothing, house wares, books, toys and jewelry. Voucher systems provide free merchandise to the needy from the area churches, schools and welfare agencies and supply of free clothing is available in the store.
Salvation Army Thrift Store 425 E. Babcock Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 586‐9051 www.salvationarmy.org
The thrift shop offers used clothing, furniture, and miscellaneous household items at low prices. Donations of clothing and household items are accepted. The store is operated to support the work of the Salvation Army in helping the homeless and providing emergency assistance.
Seventh Day Adventist 24 N 15th Ave Bozeman MT 59715 Gallatin County (406) 586‐2414
Free used clothing, emergency help with food, bedding, lodging, transportation and health education program for the needy are provided.
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Bozeman Shelter Care Facility, Inc. PO Box 4119 Bozeman, MT 59771 (406) 586‐2566 (406) 585‐9923
Bozeman Shelter Care Facility provides a short‐term home and family environment to young people in crisis, and strives to meet their immediate needs through education, help in planning their futures and reuniting families, where possible, as an alternative to homelessness.
Department of Family Services 220 W Lamme, Suite 2E Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 585‐9984
This agency offers child protection services and family resources and investigates suspected cases of abuse and/or neglect; offers foster home training and licensing, day care certification, and special needs adoptions.
Haven PO Box 752
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Bozeman, MT 59771 (406) 586‐4111 (crisis line) (406) 586‐7689 (business office) (406) 582‐2038 (legal advocate) (406) 586‐0263 (fax)
Haven provides 24 hours emergency assistance, temporary shelter, legal assistance and advocacy, support and education for battered women and their children and offers community education, and referrals for those who batter. Haven also provides information and referrals for temporary restraining orders.
Human Resource Development Council Emergency Housing Assistance 321 E Main Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 587‐4486 www.hrdc9.org [email protected]
The HRDC helps families who are homeless or in imminent danger of becoming homeless. A month's rent or mortgage payment may be available for homeless families or for those in immediate danger of becoming homeless.
The VOICE Center Montana State University P.O. Box 173260 Bozeman, MT 59717‐3260 (406) 994‐2311 www.montana.edu/voice/
The Montana State University VOICE Center is committed to the belief that all people have the right to live free from violence and the fear of violence. The VOICE Center is a program of the Student Health Service that provides free and confidential support, advocacy, and referral services to survivors of rape, sexual assault, relationship violence, and stalking. The VOICE Center emphasizes empowerment of the survivor and peer‐based services provided by trained Advocates. VOICE Center Advocates can discuss concerns; reporting options, temporary orders of protection, support groups, counseling, and medical resources. It can also assist or accompany survivors in accessing medical, legal, or other services. Services are free & confidential.
FAITH BASED SERVICES
Love in the Name of Christ (Love INC) Ministry P.O. Box 7117 Bozeman, MT 59771 (406) 587‐3008 www.loveincgc.org
Love, INC is a telephone referral ministry that works with local churches to provide volunteer services such as; transportation for individuals and families in Gallatin County, access to resources, personal care items, linens, furniture, car repair, language translation, companionship, prescription assistance, household items or emergency day care. Requests and referrals are screened carefully.
Resurrection Parish 1725 S 11th Ave Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 586‐9243
Resurrection parish provides counseling and aid to the needy, including occasional overnight accommodations.
Salvation Army 203 32 S Rouse
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Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 586‐5813 www.salvationarmy.org
The Salvation Army offers a helping hand to local families in need and various other services. Emergency welfare aid, which could include lodging, meals, clothing or gasoline.
Seventh Day Adventist 24 N 15th Ave Bozeman, MT 59715
Free used clothing, emergency help with food, bedding, lodging, transportation and health education program for the needy are provided.
United Methodist Church 121 S Willson Ave Bozeman, MT 59715‐4628 (406) 586‐5413 www.bozemanumc.org
The United Methodist Church partners with many community and international groups including Family Promise of Gallatin County, Habitat for Humanity, the Intermountain Children's Home, Gallatin County Food Bank, and Love INC to provide assistance to families in need.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Human Resource Development Council (HRDC) 32 South Tracy Ave. Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 587‐4486 www.thehrdc9.org [email protected]
The HRDC serves communities and people’s needs by developing resources that provide opportunities and essential services such as health and nutrition, emergency services, affordable housing, Head Start, youth development, volunteer opportunities, transportation, energy assistance, and conservation and community development.
Services/Programs Housing Energy Assistance Transportation Head Start Youth Development
Office of Public Assistance 237 West Main Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 582‐3010 www.dphhs.mt.gov Public Assistance Programs: The State Department of Public Health and Human Services administers a number of programs aimed at helping low‐income Montanans move out of poverty and become self‐sufficient. Child Care Assistance: The department offers "Best Beginnings" child‐care scholarships to qualified low‐income families who send children to licensed child‐care centers, registered group or family child‐care homes, or legally unregistered child‐care providers. Scholarships are available to low‐income working families and families who get cash assistance through the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program. Children's Health Insurance Plan (CHIP: CHIP is a low‐cost, private health insurance plan that provides coverage for eligible Montana children up to age 19. To be eligible, a child must:
Be a Montana resident and U.S. citizen or qualified alien. Have been without health insurance coverage for at least three months.
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Be ineligible for Medicaid. Meet income guidelines. Have parents who do not work for the State of Montana.
Energy Assistance: The department offers two programs aimed at helping low‐income individuals reduce their heating costs. The Weatherization Program helps participants to improve the heating efficiency of their homes thus reducing their energy consumption. The Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) pays part of winter energy bills for eligible people. Most utilities offer discounts to LIEAP recipients. Medicaid Montana Medicaid is a joint federal‐state program that pays for a broad range of medically necessary health care and long‐term care for eligible low‐income Montanans. Applicants must be Montana residents and U.S. citizens (or qualified non‐citizen), and must fall into one of the following groups:
Parents or other related adults with dependent children under age 19 Children Pregnant women Women diagnosed with breast or cervical cancer or pre‐cancer People aged 65 or older People who are blind or disabled (using Social Security criteria)
Medicaid recipients receive either full or basic Medicaid coverage based on which eligibility group they fall into. Those who are eligible for full coverage are able to get coverage for all services that Medicaid covers, assuming they are medically necessary. Full Medicaid is provided to recipients who are:
Under age 21 Blind or disabled Age 65 or older Pregnant
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP): The program mission is to provide supplemental food assistance to low income people and improve the nutrition, health, and well being of SNAP recipients. The program was previously known as the Food Stamp Program. Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF): TANF provides temporary financial assistance to needy families. A household may receive TANF benefits for no more than 60 months. Those who may be eligible for TANF benefits are:
Minor children. Certain relatives with whom minor children are living, including siblings. Women in their last trimester of pregnancy who have no other eligible children. Refugees with minor dependent children.
WIC: The goal of the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) is to give children the best possible start in life by ensuring that they get proper nutrition both in utero and during their preschool years. The program provides nutritious foods, such as iron‐fortified cereal, milk, eggs, peanut butter, and dried beans, as well as formula for mothers who choose not to breastfeed. It also provides nutrition education to improve eating behavior. To qualify for WIC, applicants must be either:
A woman who is pregnant, breastfeeding, or recently had a baby. A child up to age 5. In all cases, applicants must meet income guidelines, and a health professional must consider
their health to be at risk. Consumer Credit Counseling 8645 Huffine Ln. Bozeman, MT 59718‐7564 (406) 582‐9273 www.cccsmt.org
The goal of consumer credit counseling is to provide the best counseling and education to help its clients improve their financial situation.
Services/Programs Bankruptcy Counseling & Education Debt Management Counseling Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
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Housing Counseling Tax Preparation and Earned Income Credit Reverse Mortgage Counseling
Social Security Administration 3208 North 27th Ave. Bozeman, MT 59718 (406) 586‐4501 www.ssa.gov
This agency administers the Social Security program and answers questions and handles problems when applying for retirement, disability and survivor benefits.
Energy Share 318 N. Last Chance Gulch Suite 2B Helena, MT 59601 1(888) 779‐7589 www.energysharemt.com [email protected]
Energy Share of Montana is a private nonprofit organization. Its primary purpose is to help Montanans faced with energy emergencies meet their needs and move towards self‐reliance.
Services/Programs Assists with heating bills and financial emergencies when unexpected expenses occur. Including
a vehicle breaking down, lay‐off from employment, or medical expenses. Furnace Safety Unsafe furnaces or water heaters can be examined and either repaired or replaced. Weatherization Cost effective weatherization measures in the homes of qualifying Energy West consumers are
provided to maximize energy savings. Help a Neighbor Assistance to energy emergencies.
Love in the Name of Christ (Love INC) Ministry P.O. Box 7117 Bozeman, MT 59771 (406) 587‐3008 www.loveincgc.org
Love INC is a telephone referral ministry that works with local churches to provide volunteer services such as; transportation for individuals and families in Gallatin County, access to resources, personal care items, linens, furniture, car repair, language translation, companionship, prescription assistance, household items or emergency day care. Requests and referrals are screened carefully.
Social Security Administration, Disability income 3208 North 27th Ave. Bozeman, MT 59718 (406) 586‐4501 www.ssa.gov
Administers the Social Security program and answers questions and handles problems when applying for retirement, disability and survivor benefits.
FOOD ASSISTANCE
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Gallatin Valley Food Bank 602 Bond Street Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 586‐7600 www.gallatinvalleyfoodbank.org [email protected]
The mission of the Gallatin Valley Food Bank is to improve food security throughout the Gallatin Valley. The Food Bank exists to help people who have an emergency need for food. Emergency need means that the family has run out of food and has no funds or food stamps to purchase food items. Because there is a limited supply, it is able to honor requests for food assistance only once every thirty (30) days.
Services/Programs Emergency Food Box Program (5 day food supply) Senior Grocery Program (income at or below poverty threshold) Summer Lunch Program (free lunches to school‐aged children)
HIS Soup Mission Address: 1021 N 5th Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 581‐1621 www.hissoup.org
HIS Soup Rescue Mission strives to meet the needs of the homeless in Gallatin Valley. Bozeman Senior Citizen Center, Meals on Wheels Program 807 North Tracy Ave. Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 586‐2421 www.montanaseniorcenter.org
Services/Programs Meals on Wheels are delivered by volunteer drivers to homebound seniors living in Bozeman. Frozen meals may be delivered in advance for weekends and holidays by request. Diabetic meals
are also available on request. Arrangements can be made to pick up bulk frozen Meals‐On‐Wheels for individuals living in rural
areas throughout Gallatin County. Gallatin County Public Assistance, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) 237 West Main Bozeman MT 59715 (406) 222‐8000 www.dphhs.gov
Services are provided to the following eligible applicants: People who live together and buy food and prepare meals together are grouped as a “household”
for SNAP. Husbands and wives, and children under age 22 living with their natural, adoptive or stepparents must be considered as one household.
Household members that wish to be included must be U.S. citizens or legal aliens. Household members that wish to be included must furnish or apply for a social security number. Income and resource guidelines listed in this overview must be met. Able‐bodied household members who are age 16 through 59 must register for work, and may be
required to participate in a SNAP Employment and Training Program unless a specified exemption is met.
Love in the Name of Christ (Love INC) Ministry P.O. Box 7117 Bozeman, MT 59771 (406) 587‐3008 www.loveincgc.org
Love INC is a telephone referral ministry that works with local churches to provide volunteer services such as; transportation for individuals and families in Gallatin County, access to resources,
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personal care items, linens, furniture, car repair, language translation, companionship, prescription assistance, household items or emergency day care. Requests and referrals are screened carefully.
United Methodist Church Bread of Life Ministry 121 S Willson Ave Bozeman, MT 59715‐4628 (406) 582‐2123 www.bozemanumc.org
United Methodist Church partners with many community and international groups including Family Promise of Gallatin County, Habitat for Humanity, the Intermountain Children's Home, Gallatin County Food Bank, and Love INC which all offer services to the homeless.
HOUSING
Family Promise 429 East Story Ave. Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 582‐7388 www.familypromisegv.org [email protected]
Family Promise of Gallatin Valley in Montana is the only non‐profit network of diverse faith organizations working together to help Gallatin Valley’s homeless families with children. Each congregation provides shelter and meals, while each family is assisted by their professional social workers in finding and implementing lasting solutions to their unique situation. Based on a national program, FPGV is over 80% successful in getting families into stable housing and effective employment.
Services/Programs Host & Partner Congregations
About four to six times a year, for one week at a time, Host Congregations supported by volunteers from Partner Congregations provide overnight lodging, meals (supper, breakfast, and brown‐bag lunch), and hospitality. Hosting rotates among the eight to thirteen Host Congregations in the Network, that provide lodging for three to four families (up to 12 individuals) from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. the next morning.
Family Center at Canterbury House Each day from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., guests use the Family Center at Canterbury House on South Tracy Avenue for pre‐school children, receive counseling from the Director, seek employment, and arrange appointments to implement the program. Many guests are employed and leave to go to work during the day. During the school year, children leave the center during the day to attend school. The Family Center provides guests with a mailing address and a home base from which to conduct their housing search. The Executive/Network Director’s office is at the Family Center.
Transportation If needed, FPGV transports guests to and from the Family Center and the current Host Congregation’s facilities, along with the guests’ luggage and the support materials, such as beds and linens.
Human Resource Development Council (HRDC) 32 South Tracy Ave. Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 587‐4486 www.thehrdc9.org [email protected]
The HRDC serves communities and peoples needs by developing resources that provide opportunities and essential services such as health and nutrition, emergency services, affordable housing, Head Start, youth development, volunteer opportunities, transportation, energy assistance, and conservation and community development.
Services/Programs Housing Energy Assistance Transportation
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Head Start Youth Development
P.A.T.H. Outreach Project for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness 300 N. Willson Suite 3005 Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 522‐7357
P.A.T.H. is a behavioral health service program for people with mental illness as well as individuals with co‐occurring substance abuse disorders who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless.
Habitat for Humanity 230 Arden Drive Belgrade, MT 59714 (406) 388‐8225 www.habitatbozeman.org [email protected]
Habitat for Humanity of Gallatin Valley is a locally run affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International, a nonprofit, ecumenical Christian housing organization. Habitat for Humanity works in partnership with people in need to build and renovate decent, affordable housing. The houses then are sold to those in need at no profit and with no interest charged.
Amos House 1021 N 5th Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 586‐3840 www.hissoup.org
HIS Soup Rescue Mission is open Saturday evening through Friday evening year round. Clients are allowed to stay for 14 (fourteen) days, in which time they will be assisted in finding work and housing.
Affordable Apartment Rentals Aspen Meadows (406) 582‐1653 Bozeman, MT 59715 Bridger Peaks (406) 994‐0100 Bozeman, MT 59715 Castlebar Apartments (406) 522‐8778 Bozeman, MT 59715 Dairy Keep Apartments (406) 582‐1653 Bozeman, MT 59715 Darlington Manor 606 N. 5th Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 587‐2981 Gallatin Manor 1806 W Beall St Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 587‐1591 Greenwood Plaza
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802 N Grand Ave. Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 587‐3921 Legion Villa 1215 W. Durston Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 587‐7612 Pond Row Apartments Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 582‐1653 Summer Wood Apartments Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 582‐1653 West Babcock Apartments Bozeman, MT (406) 582‐1653
INTENSIVE CARE FOR YOUTH Youth Dynamics (406) 245‐6539 www.youthdynamics.org [email protected]
Youth Dynamics, Inc. promotes partnerships with people for the provision of progressive family and community centered behavioral health services.
Services/Programs Therapeutic Family Care Therapeutic Foster Care Program Guide Home Program Therapeutic Group Care Therapeutic Group Home Program – STAR in Billings Shelter Care Program – Big Sky Youth Center in Bozeman Group Home Program – Big Sky Youth Center in Bozeman, MT Day Treatment Program – Boulder, MT Substance Abuse Treatment Recovery Homes Intensive Care Management Program Family Support Team Program Family Based Services Program Outpatient Therapy Program Family Support Assistant Program Therapeutic Respite Care Program
A.W.A.R.E. 1811 West Koch Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 587‐1181 www.aware‐inc.org
This non‐profit human services agency provides disability services for persons with challenging mental health, emotional and developmental disabilities. A.W.A.R.E. services include: family support, outpatient services including counseling and treatment services, group homes for adults and adolescent boys, adult and children case management services.
JOB SKILLS & TRAINING
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Career Transitions, Inc. 20900 E. Frontage Road, B‐Mezz Belgrade, MT 59714 (406) 388‐6701 www.careertransitions.com
Assists and strengthens families and individuals to become self‐sufficient through education, training and employment. All services are free of charge to eligible participants. Fee clients are also accepted. The program is open to adult men and women. The WIA Adult Program: assists people ages 18 and older in job training and job search. The Trades and Technology Program provides career counseling, assessment and training.
Bozeman Job Service 121 N Willson Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 582‐9200 www.montanajobs.us./bozeman
Bozeman Job Service serves both the employer and job seeker by offering labor market information, job referral and placement, vocational counseling and testing, training programs for adults and youth, and administers the unemployment insurance program. Bozeman Job Service offers local and nationwide listings, referral and placement services for employers and jobseekers. Computers are available for jobseekers to look at state/nationwide job listings, Internet access, computerized job choice, career assessment, proficiency testing, resume programs, and word processing of employment related documents. Job training programs are also available for eligible jobseekers.
Montana State University (406) 994‐6617 Vocational Resources 220 W Lamme St Bozeman, MT 59715‐3552 (406) 587‐0601 www.dphhs.mt.gov
The mission of the Disability Services Division (DSD) of the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services is to provide services that help Montanans with disabilities to live, work and fully participate in their communities. The division provides or contracts to provide a wide variety of services for Montanans of all ages who have physical, mental, or developmental disabilities.
Services/Programs Career counseling Career training Transportation Adaptive equipment Orientation and mobility to people who are blind Rehabilitation teaching to people who are blind Independent living Physical and mental restoration Job placement Supported employment Services to employers
LEGAL SERVICES Child and Family Services, Gallatin County 220 West Lamme Suite 2B Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 585‐9984
This agency works to protect children who have been or are at substantial risk of abuse, neglect or abandonment. It strives to assure that all children have a family who will protect them from harm. Families are incorporated into assessments, decision‐making and actions with the goal of improving safety, permanency and well being for children.
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Child Support Enforcement 615 S 16th Ave # 166, Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 582‐3600 www.gallatin.mt.gov Child and Elder Abuse Help Line 1(866) 820‐5437 Community Mediation Center 104 East Main Street Suite 310 Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 522‐8442 [email protected] www.cmcmontana.org
The Community Mediation Center works with schools, courts, legal services, city government, neighbors, families, and youth. The volunteer mediators provide a framework for people in conflict to sit down together and discuss and resolve issues respectfully.
Disability Rights Montana 1(800) 245‐4743 Gallatin County Victim Assistance Program (406) 582‐2075 Haven PO Box 752 Bozeman, MT 59771 (406) 586‐4111 (crisis line) (406) 586‐7689 (business office) (406) 582‐2038 (legal advocate) (406) 586‐0263 (fax)
A provider of 24 hours emergency assistance, temporary shelter, legal assistance and advocacy, support and education for battered women and their children. Offers community education, and referrals for those who batter, and provides information and referrals for temporary restraining orders.
Legal Aid: 1(800) 999‐4941 Montana Legal Services Helpline 1(800) 666‐6899 Policenonemergency: (406) 582‐2000 Victim Information Notification: 1(800) 456‐3076
MEDICAL CARE
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Community Health Partners ~ Gallatin Community Clinic 214 East Mendenhall St. Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 585‐1360 www.chphealth.org
Community Health Partners are private, not‐for‐profit, consumer‐directed health care corporations, that provide high quality, cost‐effective, and comprehensive primary and preventive care to medically underserved and uninsured people.
Community Health Partners Dental Practice 120 N. 19th Ave. Suite H Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 585‐8701 www.chphealth.org/dental_services.htm
This is a dental practice affiliated with Community Health Partners health center. All insurance including Medicaid accepted. Sliding fee scale based on household income available. Services include urgent needs, preventive care and limited restorative care.
Gallatin City County Health Department 215 West Mendenhall St. Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 582‐3100 www.gallatin.mt.gov [email protected]
Home visitation for support and education to high‐risk pregnant women and their children up to age 5 are provided by public health nurses and a social worker. Two lactation consultants are on staff for breastfeeding support and education. GCCHD also provides routing childhood vaccinations for children ages 1‐18 years for a donation of $15 per vaccine given. No child is denied service for immunizations due to inability to pay.
Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) 237 West Main Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 582‐3010 www.dphhs.mt.gov
CHIP is a low‐cost, private health insurance plan that provides coverage for eligible Montana children up to age 19. Parents are in charge of the health care their children receive, and in some cases they are expected to make small co‐payments.
To be eligible, a child must: Be a Montana resident and U.S. citizen or qualified alien. Have been without health insurance coverage for at least three months. Be ineligible for Medicaid. Meet income guidelines. Have parents who do not work for the State of Montana.
Veterans Administration 300 N Willson Ave # 703G Bozeman, MT 59715‐3551 (406) 522‐8923 Bozeman Deaconess Hospital 915 Highland Boulevard Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 585‐5000 www.bozemandeaconess.org/community_programs.php
Bozeman Deaconess Hospital is a community not‐for‐profit hospital with inpatient acute care, outpatient diagnostics, surgery, counseling, education and therapy services, senior independent living facilities, home care and hospice, home oxygen and retail pharmacy. Parenting and childbirth education classes are also available.
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La Leche League of Bozeman 118 South Grand Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 582‐5688 www.llli.org/web/montana.html
La Leche League is an international non‐profit, non‐sectarian organization dedicated to providing education, information, support and encouragement to women who want to breastfeed.
Bridger Clinic 300 North Willson St. Bozeman, MT 59715 www.bridgerclinic.org
Bridger Clinic is committed to providing reproductive and related health care in a setting that respects the dignity, well‐being and privacy of each individual. Bridger Clinic Inc. is a non‐profit reproductive healthcare facility that has been providing services for women and men of all ages since 1972. Bridger Clinic serves south central Montana, and its fees are based on patient income and family size, although Bridger Clinic provides services regardless of ability to pay. Bridger Clinic also provides care to clients with private insurance, Medicaid and Medicare.
Wellness Care for Women and Men: Annual exams and Pap smears STI diagnosis and treatment Free pregnancy testing Pregnancy options counseling preconception consultation Self‐breast examination instruction Menopause consultation Fertility awareness education Birth control counseling Condoms Testicular cancer screening STI diagnosis and treatment Rapid HIV testing and counseling
MENTAL HEALTH TREATMENT & CARE
A.W.A.R.E 1811 West Koch Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 587‐1181 www.aware‐inc.org
This non‐profit human services agency provides disability services for persons with challenging mental health, emotional and developmental disabilities. A.W.A.R.E. services include family support, outpatient services including counseling and treatment services, group homes for adults and adolescent boys, adult and children case management services.
Community Health Partners ~ Gallatin Community Clinic 214 East Mendenhall St. Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 585‐1360 www.chphealth.org
Community Health Partners are private, not‐for‐profit, consumer‐directed health care corporations, which provide high quality, cost‐effective, and comprehensive primary and preventive care to medically underserved and uninsured people. CHP focuses on wellness and early prevention. Health Centers provide treatment for illness or episodic conditions, as well as comprehensive, "one‐stop" services and a "health care home" for patients in their communities.
Gallatin Mental Health Center 300 N Willson, Suite 3005 Bozeman, MT 59715
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(406) 522‐7357 www.wmmhc.net
Gallatin Mental Health Center provides mental health services including psychotherapy and psychiatric services for children and adults and case management for adults only and crisis stabilization services. Serves Medicaid, Medicare, Montana Health Access clients, and private insurance/private party patients. Fees based on ability to pay.
Human Development Clinic 1501 S. 3rd Ave. Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 994‐4113 www.montana.edu/wwwhhd/humandevelopmentclinic.htm
Graduate students in the MSU Counseling Program offer individual, couple and family counseling. Counselors are supervised by MSU faculty who are licensed mental health professionals. Fees are based on a sliding scale. The clinic provides low cost mental health services for adults, adolescents, children, families and couples in the Gallatin community and beyond.
Montana Institute of Family Therapy 2050 Fairway Dr Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 587‐5844 www.dphhs.mt.gov/contactus/.../homelessservicesdistrict9.shtml
Montana Institute of Family Therapy offers affordable mental health services with an emphasis on serving families with children at risk of abuse, neglect or delinquency, pregnancy and maternal health care.
Montana Mental Health Services Plan (MHSP) 1 (800) 624‐3958 Mental Health America of Montana 1 (877) 927‐6642 www.montanamentalhealth.org The Help Center 421 East Peach St. Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 587‐7511 www.bozemanhelpcenter.org [email protected]
The Help Center is available 24 hours a day, every day of the year, to assist individuals and families in sorting out problems, dealing with feelings and making decisions. In addition, it provides Rape and Suicide Outreach as well as follow‐up counseling and referral.
Services/Programs Crisis Counseling Information & Referral Sexual Assault Counseling Center Telecare Crisis Answering Service
The National Alliance for the Mentally Ill (NAMI) (406) 585‐8959
PARENTING SUPPORT Adolescent Resource Center
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www.adsgc.org 2310 N. 7th Ave. Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 586‐5493
The Adolescent Resource Center is a division of Alcohol and Drug Services of Gallatin County. The Adolescent Resource Center provides outpatient adolescent treatment, prevention programs and education on parenting adolescents.
Big Sky Youth Center 3025 Westridge Drive Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 586‐2566
This shelter care/group home takes youth from 11‐18 years old. Services are usually contracted by youth probation or Dept of Family services. The Center accepts private pay clients and provides respite care for youth.
Gallatin City County Health Department 215 West Mendenhall St. Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 582‐3100 www.gallatin.mt.gov [email protected]
Gallatin City County Health Department provides home visitation for support and education to high‐risk pregnant women and their children up to age 5 by public health nurses and a social worker. Two lactation consultants are on staff for breastfeeding support and education. It also provides routine childhood vaccinations for children ages 1‐18 years for a donation of $15 per vaccine given. No child is denied service for immunizations due to inability to pay. It has a full‐service international Travel Clinic, providing consultation, vaccination and education. Communicable disease investigation and education as well as school nursing for area rural schools are also provided.
Hearts and Homes Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 585‐8544 www.heartsnhomes.org
The Mission of Hearts and Homes is to provide critical support services to families who currently have children in foster, kinship, or dual custody care by providing programs and training that aim to preserve and strengthen family ties.
Services/Programs Supervised Visitation & Custody Exchange Crisis care Family Futures Parent Education Support Groups
Human Development Clinic 1501 S. 3rd Ave. Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 994‐4113 www.montana.edu/wwwhhd/humandevelopmentclinic.htm
Graduate students in the MSU Counseling Program offer individual, couple and family counseling. Counselors are supervised by MSU faculty who are licensed mental health professionals. Fees are based on a sliding scale. The clinic provides low cost mental health services for adults, adolescents, children, families and couples in the Gallatin community and beyond.
Human Resource Development Council (HRDC) 32 South Tracy Ave. Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 587‐4486
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www.hrdc9.org [email protected]
The HRDC serves communities and peoples needs by developing resources that provide opportunities and essential services such as health and nutrition, emergency services, affordable housing, Head Start, youth development, volunteer opportunities, transportation, energy assistance, and conservation and community development.
Services/Programs Housing Energy Assistance Transportation Head Start Youth Development
Thrive 400 East Babcock St. Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 587‐3840 www.allthrive.org [email protected]
The mission of Thrive is to encourage healthy family development through community awareness, parent education and support to children and families. Thrive is committed to providing early and ample education and support to parents and their children.
Services/Programs Child Advancement Project (CAP) The Parent Place Partnership Project to Strengthen Families Parent Liaison Girls for a Change
4H Center for Youth Development Montana State University Bozeman, MT 59717 (406) 994‐3501
Montana 4‐H, the youth development program of MSU Extension, reaches nearly 23,000 Montana kids’ ages six through 18 with hands‐on learning. 4‐H clubs, camps, school enrichment programs and special interest activities immerse kids in challenging and rewarding experiences that teach them valuable life skills like leadership, citizenship and decision‐making.
PREGNANCY
Bozeman Clinic 931 Highland Blvd. Suite 3360 Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 587‐4242 www.bozemanclinic.com
Complete family care including obstetrics, gynecology, pediatrics, geriatrics, minor surgeries, physicals, and proctology is provided.
Bridger Clinic 300 North Willson St. Bozeman, MT 59715 www.bridgerclinic.org
Bridger Clinic is committed to providing reproductive and related health care in a setting that respects the dignity, well‐being and privacy of each individual. Bridger Clinic Inc. is a non‐profit reproductive healthcare facility that has been providing services for women and men of all ages since 1972. Bridger Clinic serves south central Montana, and its fees are based on patient income and family size, although Bridger Clinic provides services regardless of ability to pay. Bridger Clinic also provides care to clients with private insurance, Medicaid and Medicare.
Reproductive Healthcare: Free pregnancy testing
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Pregnancy options counseling Preconception consultation
Gallatin City/County Health Dept. Pregnancy Center 215 West Mendenhall St. Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 582‐3100 www.gallatin.mt.gov [email protected]
Gallatin City County Health Department provides home visitation for support and education to high‐risk pregnant women and their children up to age 5 by public health nurses and a social worker. Two lactation consultants are on staff for breastfeeding support and education. It also provides routine childhood vaccinations for children ages 1‐18 years for a donation of $15 per vaccine given. No child is denied service for immunizations due to inability to pay. It has a full‐service international Travel Clinic, providing consultation, vaccination and education. Communicable disease investigation and education as well as school nursing for area rural schools are also provided.
La Leche League 100 S Willson Ave Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 582‐5688 www.llli.org
La Leche League International strives to help mothers worldwide to breastfeed through mother‐to‐mother support, encouragement, information, and education, and to promote a better understanding of breastfeeding as an important element in the healthy development of the baby and mother.
SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT
Adolescent Resource Center 2310 N. 7th Ave. Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 586‐5493 www.adsgc.org
The Adolescent Resource Center is a division of Alcohol and Drug Services of Gallatin County. The center provides outpatient adolescent treatment, prevention programs and education on parenting adolescents.
Adult Children of Alcoholics & Dysfunctional Families (A.C.O.A.) 2118 South Third Ave. Pilgrim Congregational Church Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 587‐3690 www.adultchildren.org
Hours are: Tuesdays 7:30pm‐9pm, non‐smoking meetings (12‐step program). Alcohol and Drug Assistance Center MSU Strand Union Building Room 120 Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 994‐5497
The Alcohol and Drug Assistance Center Programs include promotion of an online alcohol self‐screening tool and training of student health clinic staff to screen for substance use and make appropriate referrals.
Alcoholics Anonymous Various County locations Bozeman, MT 59715 Call for meeting times & locations
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(406) 585‐4079 www.aa‐montana.org
AA is a fellowship of men & women, who share their experience, strength and hope with each other, that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. Call for meeting locations in Belgrade, Bozeman, Gallatin Gateway, Manhattan, Three Forks and others.
Alcohol & Drug Services of Gallatin County 502 S 19th Ave, Suite 302 Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 586‐5493
Treatment of addiction and co‐dependency, A.C.T. classes, MIP programs, family programming, aftercare, community education, Employee Assistance Programs, and relapse treatment.
TRANSPORTATION
Drivers License Bureau 2005 Gilkerson Suite B Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 587‐0461 www.doj.mt.gov Galavan Galavan/Human Resource Development Council 807 N. Tracy Bozeman, MT 59715 Call to schedule a ride (406) 587‐2434 www.thehrdc.org
Galavan provides transportation to the elderly & persons with disabilities. Call one day in advance to make arrangements for a ride. A suggested donation of $1.50 helps support this service. The van is wheelchair accessible.
Greyhound Bus Service 1205 E Main St Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 587‐3110 www.greyhound.com Love in the Name of Christ (Love INC) Ministry P.O. Box 7117 Bozeman, MT 59771 (406) 587‐3008 www.loveincgc.org
A telephone referral ministry that works with local churches to provide volunteer services such as; transportation for individuals and families in Gallatin County, access to resources, personal care items, linens, furniture, car repair, language translation, companionship, prescription assistance, household items or emergency day care. Requests and referrals are screened carefully.
STREAMLINE Bus Service 807 N. Tracy Bozeman, MT 59715 Call to schedule a ride (406) 587‐2434 www.thehrdc.org [email protected]
Streamline offers service throughout the Bozeman area to fulfill everyone’s transportation needs. Streamline routes provide service to and from Bozeman, Belgrade, Four Corners, Livingston and seasonal routes for Bridger Bowl. Streamline also connects up with the Skyline Bus System for travel to and from Big Sky.
TAXI’S
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(406) 587‐6303 (406) 388‐9999
YOUTH SERVICES Big Brothers Big Sisters of Gallatin County 15 South 8th Ave. Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 587‐1216 www.bigbrothersbigsisters.org
The Big Brothers Big Sisters mission is to help children reach their potential through professionally supported one‐to‐one relationships. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Gallatin County matches children aged 5 through 15 with adult and young adult volunteer mentors.
Big Sky Youth Empowerment Project P.O. Box 6757 Bozeman, MT 59771 406‐539‐0399 [email protected]
BYEP believes growth comes from being outside and learning about yourself in a special place like southwest Montana. The youth apply to the program on their own initiative. They are paired up in a group of 6 with kids their own age and 3 volunteer mentors. The group then spends one day on the weekend getting outside. They also spend one night during the week engaging in workshops on communication and life skills.
Big Sky Youth Initiative (406) 585‐0294 www.bozemanyouth.org
Their mission is to connect the youth of Bozeman to their community. It provides opportunities through mentoring youth‐driven, adult‐supported programs.
Boys and Girls Club 600 Bridger Drive Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 587‐8442 www.bgcswmt.org
The Boys & Girls Club of Southwest Montana nurtures young people's self‐esteem by instilling in them a sense of belonging, usefulness, influence and competence by providing young people with one‐on‐one relationships with caring adult professionals and fun, age‐appropriate, well‐rounded programming.
Programs/Services Computer Lab Arts & Crafts Room Gym Games Room Family Room Homework Room Library / Teen Room Outdoor Field Playground
Boy Scouts of America 3701 Trakker Trail Bozeman, MT 59718‐8877 (406) 624‐0272 www.scouting.org
The Boy Scouts of America provides a program for young people that builds character, trains them in the responsibilities of participating citizenship, and develops personal fitness.
Family Assessment Program
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13 S Willson Ave Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 586‐3979 Girl Scouts of Montana and Wyoming Headquarters Office: 735 Grand Avenue Billings, MT 59101 (406) 252‐0488 www.gsmw.org
Girl Scouts of Montana and Wyoming is dedicated to building character and skills for success in the real world. In partnership with committed adult volunteers, girls develop qualities that will serve them all their lives, like leadership, strong values, social conscience, and conviction about their own potential and self‐worth.
Greater Gallatin United Way 945 Technology Blvd. Suite 101 F Bozeman, MT 59718 (406) 587‐4486 www.greatergallatinunitedway.org [email protected]
Greater Gallatin United Way is a community‐based non‐profit located in Bozeman, Montana. Governed by local volunteers, it serves the people of Gallatin, Park, Madison, and Meagher Counties.
Services/Programs Crisis situations Financial problems Emergency food assistance Mental Health needs Substance Abuse referrals Energy Assistance information Referrals for state & federal assistance programs KidsLINK After School Program
Love in the Name of Christ (Love INC) Ministry P.O. Box 7117 Bozeman, MT 59771 (406) 587‐3008 www.loveincgc.org
Love INC is a telephone referral ministry that works with local churches to provide volunteer services such as transportation for individuals and families in Gallatin County, access to resources, personal care items, linens, furniture, car repair, language translation, companionship, prescription assistance, household items or emergency day care. Requests and referrals are screened carefully.
Montana Conservation Corps 206 North Grand Ave Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 587‐4475 www.mtcorps.org
The Montana Conservation Corps teaches the rewards of service and instills values that carry throughout life. The MCC seeks to achieve its mission by fulfilling two complimentary goals of member development – equipping young people with skills and values – and project completion – performing service projects that have a lasting and beneficial impact on our natural environment and communities.
Services/Programs Skills to be versatile leaders and contributing team members. Values for volunteer service, land stewardship, and civic engagement. Improved employability through productive work habits and practical work skills. Self‐confidence to succeed at challenging tasks.
Runaway Hotline:
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1(800) 621‐4000 Provides crisis intervention and referrals for youth, parents and families. The Rock Youth Center 214 N 11th Ave Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 522‐7979 www.rockyouthcenter.org
The center provides a safe place for youth to hang out, get a meal, study and have fun. As a shared facility, the Rock provides meeting space for various Christian youth groups like FCA and Young Life.
OTHER
Bozeman Public Library 626 E. Main Street Bozeman, Montana 59715 (406) 582‐2400 www.bozemanlibrary.org
Hours: Monday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Sept. ‐ May)
Shower Ministry: Bozeman United Methodist Church 121 South Willson Avenue Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 586‐5413 [email protected] www.bozemanumc.org
This outreach serves the needs of homeless people who come on Saturday mornings from 9:00 until noon to receive a meal, take a shower, and get a limited health screening and referrals to the Gallatin Community Clinic. Volunteers include nurses and non‐medical helpers.
Suicide Loss/Saving Lives (406) 570‐8353
Suicide Loss is a support group for anyone that has had someone they cared about die by suicide.
PROGRAMS WITHIN THE SCHOOL DISTRICT Bozeman Public School Prevention Education PO Box 520
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Bozeman, MT 59771 (406) 522‐6019 www.bozeman.k12.mt.us
This department provides education, support, and advocacy to students and parents to promote healthy lifestyles and school success. The department also serves as a liaison with community resources in areas such as tobacco, alcohol, drug, and violence prevention.
Bozeman Public Schools Adult & Community Education P O Box 520 Bozeman, MT 59771 (406) 522‐6012 www.bsd7.org/community/adulted
Provides adult education for adults 16 and older. Classes are held late in the afternoon and evenings. Class topics change quarterly and include academic, self‐enrichment or job training areas.
Bozeman Public Schools Young Parents Program P O Box 520 Bozeman, MT 59771 (406) 522‐6114 www.bsd7.org
Pregnant and parenting teens may complete a High School diploma or GED while receiving parenting education and high quality on‐site childcare.
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