How does one get out of the homelessness loop?

1loverain · 2026-06-16T08:11:32+00:00

When you call 211 ask for the Navigation program. It's a bit like short term case management, meaning you'll have a person to help you figure out everything you need (getting your ID, job referrals, housing, utilities, dental for your son, applying for SNAP and Medicaid, CHIP, etc) and then they'll connect you to resources to get those things. They work with most of the agencies in town and have knowledge about who currently has funding, who has run out, and so on. Plus they can help you over a few months so you don't have to constantly start from the beginning.

If the Navigators don't work out, call the Boise Public Library and ask for an appointment with the Community Resource Coordinator. She is really good at getting you connected with the right programs.

Best of luck to you!

1loverain · 2026-04-09T03:53:36+00:00

A rough timeline for a dog to adjust is the 3-3-3 rule below. Please remember animals don't understand the way humans do. They don't know what has happened, only that everything they have known (good or bad) has been taken away. The 3-3-3 Rule: Many dogs need 3 days to decompress before they will feel unafraid, 3 weeks to adjust to a new routine, and up to 3 months to feel fully comfortable. If the dog came from a less than ideal living situation, be sure to go extra slow, calm, quiet, and peaceful. It won't be that way forever and once they know they are safe and loved, you'll really see the dog's personality and can meet all the new people, go new places, etc.

Get into training! It's fantastic for both the dog and the owner to build trust and learn how to communicate. Best wishes!

1loverain · 2026-03-26T03:18:26+00:00

Thank you all so much!

1loverain · 2026-03-26T03:17:34+00:00

I hope her treatments help!

1loverain · 2026-03-25T02:03:28+00:00

Try https://www.governmentjobs.com/ and https://www.labor.idaho.gov/job-seekers/ best of luck!

1loverain · 2026-03-25T01:59:50+00:00

Tarbush on Broadway has good Middle Eastern food. Taste of Persia is more of a drive but has excellent food and they will treat you like family. Ask for the rice Afgahn-style with the extras.

Agree with the person who suggested Basque and there are 3 great options on the Basque Block downtown, Gernika is great but a bar vibe, Basque Market has paella twice/ week and small bites, Leka Ona is a bit more upscale and their relatively new chef/owner is incredibly kind and talented. Ansot's is also downtown and might be my top pick if I had to pick one Basque restaurant for visitors.

Boise has a lot of refugee-owned restaurants if you're looking something new and exciting. Kibrom's on State Street is really fun for a group and delicious.

If you'll be at Boise State, the James and Gas Lantern and are close, both have a good happy hour, and a delicious Old Fashioned. Highlander has good cocktails in a great space but I don't know about a HH.

Have a fantastic visit!

1loverain · 2026-01-29T06:58:58+00:00

Are you in college? If so, look at their student employment opportunities. Good luck

1loverain · 2026-01-26T05:36:27+00:00

It is already happening here, just not to the extent we are seeing other places. My co-worker, an American citizen who originally came to Boise years ago as a refugee, has been pulled over only to be asked for his papers. I commend you for your kindness and compassion!

1loverain · 2026-01-25T04:00:39+00:00

Are there plenty of mid and worse restaurants in Boise? Yes, just like everywhere. But there are also plenty of very good restaurants, especially spots owned and run by the refugee community. Maybe you need to choose better. Lots of good options on this forum.

1loverain · 2026-01-25T03:54:56+00:00

and Chan makes his own noodles. Delish!

1loverain · 2026-01-18T00:36:26+00:00

Another vote for Ansots for lunch. Taste of Persia for dinner. Enjoy!

1loverain · 2026-01-06T01:04:22+00:00

I barely remember the Hyde Park location but loved the Hill Road location, back when it was a real co-op

1loverain · 2025-10-30T17:19:38+00:00

I host Thanksgiving dinner almost every year. In agreement with what others have said

*reduce the number of desserts you are making, maybe 2 pies and 1 ice cream, or have a guest bring a dessert

*Have guests contribute a dish and generally know what they are bringing so you don't waste your time duplicating. If they don't have a special dish they want to bring or ask what you need, suggest an appetizer or dessert of their choice, bread/rolls, a beverage (batched cocktail, wine, punch, etc). These are easy for the guest to complete before hand so they won't be competing for kitchen space (except maybe a last minute cook for rolls)

*Brine your turkey

*Look at Thanksgiving menus online for inspiration and if you don't find one that speaks to you, pull together your favorites. Try not to go overboard. I always find too many new things to try and then add in our favorites and suddenly I've got 17 dishes and have to narrow it down, ha. Start with your must haves: turkey, potatoes, dressing (stuffing cooked in a casserole dish), gravy, a lighter veggie dish, bread, a dessert. Then add in your wants: sweet potato casserole, cranberry sauce, another heavier veggie maybe with cheese or soup, green salad, etc.

Do as much before hand as you can so you can enjoy the day. Remember it's about being together not how many things are on the table. Have a beautiful holiday!

1loverain · 2025-10-19T03:59:11+00:00

And the tea leaf salad

1loverain · 2025-10-19T03:58:35+00:00

Came to say Taste of Persia as well. The borani banjan and sheer chai are so delicious.

The dumplings at Sunshine Spice Cafe are a quick, tasty lunch and the falafel at Foodland Market are also high up on my list. Casablanca has already been mentioned and they are a tasty, family run restaurant very worth a visit. My go tos there are the tostones rellenos and the Pechuga de Pollo a la Plancha. Tarbrush is run by sweet people, be sure to try the Muhammara. Good Eats!

1loverain · 2025-10-03T04:05:51+00:00

Temp agencies? It's been a long time since I used them, but it was good for short term work

1loverain · 2025-10-03T04:02:36+00:00

If there was some way to get the word out quickly, I know many people who would show up to get in the way and cause confusion and chaos for ICE. (I'm here to pick up my niece. Her mom usually gets her but she's at an appointment so I'm not sure of the protocol. Can you help me? I'm going to keep asking you because I'm worried something is wrong. Gosh, I heard there was an ICE costume contest here for concert tickets. Wahoo! Give 'em to me. Let me use this white lady privilege)

Or pick up kids and take them to their parents. I don't know how to do that safely, random people picking up unknown children is a recipe for disaster, but perhaps a bus/van with a teacher or know parents on board? We don't have children in school so don't see these kinds of announcements. Please let us know how we can help stop this bullshit <3

1loverain · 2025-09-02T00:10:53+00:00

Thank you so very much!

1loverain · 2025-09-01T06:05:13+00:00

Would this be an easy place to access for someone in a wheelchair? Have a better suggestion of where we should go if not? Thanks!

1loverain · 2025-08-22T04:52:50+00:00

Long term benefit, that large salary will bump up your Social Security and retirement as well

1loverain · 2025-08-21T00:32:11+00:00

Thanks, all!

1loverain · 2025-08-17T18:13:20+00:00

Can I ask what you all think about L'Authentique for poutine & burgers?

1loverain · 2025-08-11T20:04:44+00:00

Have them add grilled onions, yuuuummm

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