Family Resources

Engage in Your Child’s Development

Vroom Brain Building
https://www.childcareaware.org/brain-building-resources/

Child Mind Institute
https://childmind.org/resources/

Montana Parent Magazine
https://mtparent.com/

Center for Resilient Children
https://centerforresilientchildren.org/

PBS Kids for Parents
https://www.pbs.org/parents

Sesame Street In Communities
https://sesameworkshop.org/resources/

Parenting Montana
https://parentingmontana.org/

Bright by Text
https://www.brightbytext.org/Families

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
https://imaginationlibrary.com/

Gallatin County Resources

Montana 211
Connects you with the community resources, services, and assistance you need
The Help Center 421 East Peach Bozeman, MT 59715
Phone: 2-1-1 or 1-888-586-3332
Business Office: 406-587-7511
mt211.org

Childcare and Early Education

Aware Inc. Early Childhood Services
Aware offers early childhood services to families and children zero to eight. These services are available to families of all social and economic status. Programs include child & family counseling, early head start, and home visiting. Children with disabilities are welcome
406-563-8817
earlyheadstart@aware-inc.org
aware-inc.org/ecs

HRDC Early Childhood Education
HRDC’s Early Childhood Education program is funded through Head Start to serve families in Gallatin and Park Counties. Classrooms are located in Belgrade, Bozeman and Livingston, providing services in education, health, nutrition, mental health, and disabilities.
33 S. Tracy Ave Bozeman, MT 59715
406-586-9652
headstart@thehrdc.org
thehrdc.org/early-childhood-education

Parent Support and Education

Parenting Montana
Parenting Montana provides easy-to-use tools to support your child’s success from birth through the teen years.
parentingmontana.org

Healthy Mothers Healthy Babies Montana
Heathy Mothers Healthy Babies works to improve health, safety, and well-being of Montna by supporting mothers and babies age zero to three.
1716 W Main St #8D Bozeman, MT 59715
406-224-5530
hello@rootsfamilycollabrotive.com
rootsfamilycollaborative.com

Thrive
Thrive is a place for children to grow, be successful, and learn to be valuable members of our community. Thrive offers many programs for children and families including parenting classes, home visiting, mentoring, parent liaisons, and youth programming.
407 S. Ferguson Ave Bozeman, MT 59718
406-587-3840
thrive@allthrive.org
allthrive.org

Healthy Gallatin – Family Health
Healthy Gallatin offers support to families through home visiting, breastfeeding support, prenatal & parenting classes, nutrition and more.
406-582-3100
HS@gallatin.mt.gov
healthygallatin.org/familyhealth

Hearts and Homes Family Resource Center
Hearts and Homes provides critical support services to families who currently have children in foster, kinship, or dual custody care by providing programs and training that aim to strengthen families ties.
3316 W. Babcock Bozeman MT 59716
406-585-8544
heartsandhomes@bozemanhelpcenter.org
bozemanhelpcenter.org/hearts–homes

Montana Kinship Navigator Program
The Montana Kinship Navigator Program serves kinship caregivers for the entire state for Montana by offering support, education, and access to resources to assist caregivers in rasing their children so they can live happier, healthier lives.
833-445-3395
mtknp@montana.edu
msuextension.org/mtknp

Youth Programming

Big Sky Youth Empowerment Project
Big Sky Youth Empowerment Project provides opportunities for vulnerable teenages in the Gallatin Valley to experience success and become contributing members of our community through group mentorship and experiential adventures
225 E Mendenhall St Bozeman, MT 59715
406-551-9660
info@byep.org
byep.org

Youth Homes
Youth Homes cares for children who are facing abuse, neglect, emotional trauma and substance abuse problems. Through emergency shelters, therapeutic group homes, foster care and adoption programs, and counseling services, they provide a safe refuge for kids while they begin the difficult process of healing.
406-721-2704
info@youthhomesmt.org
youthhomesmt.org

Special Needs

Montana Milestones
Montana Milestones is the Part C Early Intervention Program for Infants and Toddlers with Disabilities (0-3), part of the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The purpose of IDEA, Part C is to support early intervention for children with development delays or disabilities. Part C is all about helping parents and families meet the developmental needs of their infants and toddlers.
406-444-5647
dphhs.mt.gov/ecfsd/childcare/montanamilestones

Montana Parent Training and Information Center
Montana’s Parent Training Information Center provides resources and individualized assistance to help Montana parents and educators to support and enrich the lives of children with disabilities.
877-870-1190
mtempowermentcenter.org

Family Outreach, Inc.
Family Outreach supports children and adults who have intellectual disabilities or developmental delays. Services and programs include developmental information and training, behavioral supports and routine based Early Intervention. We teach families the skills they need to assist their child with developmental, educational, behavioral, social, and/or self-help skills.
1315 East Main Bozeman MT 59715
406-587-2477
familyoutreach.org

Ability Montana
Ability Montana promotes independence for people with disabilities through information and referral, transition services, peer counseling, independent living training, and systems advocacy.
2015 Charlotte Suite 2 Bozeman, MT 59718
406-522-7300
800-735-6457
abilitymt.org

MonTech
MonTech provides technology, support, and services to improve the quality of life for Montanan’s with disabilities. Individuals can borrow assistive technology and adaptive equipment, receive free, one-to-one help learning about the devices they loan.
406-243-5511
montech.ruralinstitute.umt.edu

Disability Rights Montana
Disability Rights of MT provides a wide new of services to people with disabilities through advocacy and representation.
800-245-4723
disabilityrightsmt.org

Crisis/Emergency

Montana Suicide Prevention Lifeline
The lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones. If you are in crisis and want help, call the Suicide Prevention Lifeline.
Dial 998 for support
suicidepreventionlifeline.org

Montana Crisis Text Line
The Montana Crisis Text Line offers free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional stress. The advice line is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Text 988 for support
suicidepreventionlifeline.org

The Help Center 24-Hour Crisis Line
If you are in crisis, feeling suicidal, have been sexually assaulted, in need of resources, or just need to talk, trained staff and volunteers are ready to listen and help. All concerns are welcome, and all services are free and confidential to everyone, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
406-586-3333
bozemanhelpcenter.org

Domestic Violence

National Domestic Violence Hotline
Everyone deserves relationships free from domestic violence. When you’re ready, we’re here to listen with confidential support 24/7. Call or text START to 88788
1800-799-SAFE (7233)
thehotline.org/get-help

National Sexual Assault Hotline
Get Help 24/7. Call the toll free number to be connected with a trained member from a sexual assault service provider in your area.
1-800-656-4673
hotline.rainn.org/online

Haven
Haven provides confidential support, legal advocacy, counseling, and a safe place to stay for anyone and everyone impacted by domestic violence, sexual assault, sex trafficking, and stalking.
Get Help Now: 406-586-4111
Non-Emergency Number: 406-586-7689
havenmt.org

MSU VOICE Center
The VOICE Center, 24-hour support line (call or text) provides free and confidential support, advocacy, information, and referral services for survivors of sexual and domestic violence, and stalking. Advocates are available 24-hours a day to provide information and discuss different options and resources that may be available to you. Advocates can assist with reporting, referrals, academic concerns, protective orders, and medical advocacy. You may choose to be anonymous in all your contacts with the VOICE center.
Montana State University Sub 370 Bozeman MT 59717
Call or Text 406-994-7069
General Office: 406-994-7662
montana.edu/oha/voice

Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline
To report a possible case of child abuse or negelect call toll free, 24 hours a day
1-866-820-5437

Financial

Office of Public Assistance
To apply for food, medical, or cash assistance, you can visit: apply.mt.gov
Mail forms to: Human and Community Services PO Box 202925 Helena, MT 59601
Montana Public Assistance Helpline: 888-706-1535
Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
TANF Cash assistance is a program providing temporary financial assistance to needy families. The receipt of TANF cash assistance is limited to 60 months in an adults lifetime. Temporary financial assistance may be provided to the following families and individuals:

Minor children;
Specified relatives with whom the children are living;
The minor children’s blood-related/adoptive siblings whom the children are living;
Pregnant women in their last trimester who have no other eligible children; and
Refugees with minor dependent children.

To apply for TANF:
Apply online at: apply.mt.gov
Visit the Bozeman Field office: 12 North 3rd Bozeman, MT 59715
Call the Public Assistance Helpline: 888-706-1535

Energy Assistance – Weatherization and LIEAP
The State of Montana, through the DPHHS, offers two programs aimed at helping low-income individuals reduce their heating costs. The Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) pays part of winter energy bills for eligible people. The Weatherization Program helps participants to improve the heating efficiency of their homes and thus reduce their energy consumption. In certain circumstances, there is assistance available to help with furnace emergencies. You may apply for weatherization assistance at the Human Resource Development Council.
206 E Griffin Dr Bozeman, MT 59715
406-587-4486
thehrdc.org/get-assistance/

Energy Share of Montana
Energy Share of Montana is a nonprofit that helps Montanans overcome energy emergencies and move toward self-reliance.
406-445-4900
energysharemt.org

Food

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
SNAP is a program designed to help people in Montana make ends meet and afford healthy food. SNAP participants receive monthly food benefits on the Montana Access debit card.
To apply for SNAP benefits:
Apply online at: apply.mt.gov
Visit the Bozeman Field office: 12 North 3rd Bozeman, MT 59715
Call the Public Assistance Helpline: 888-706-1535

Women, Infants & Children (WIC)
WIC is a nutrition education program providing nutrition services and food benefits to women, infants and children. WIC services are available to:

Women who are pregnant or have just given birth
Women who are breastfeeding
Infants and Children up to give years old (mothers, fathers, grandparents, foster parents, and other guardians may apply for WIC for children up to age five)

Find your local WIC office by visiting signupwic.com/

School Meals Program
School Meal Programs help ensure that children have access to a healthy lunch and breakfast each school day. Meals are available for free or at a reduced price for families on limited incomes. Parents can apply for Free and Reduced-Price (FRP) meals anytime during the school year.
406-444-2501
opi.mt.gov

Buy Eat Live Better
Buy Eat Live Better supports low-income Montanans in making the healthy choice the easy choice with resources and classes on nutrition education, shopping on a budget, preparing well-balanced meals, and more.
buyeatlivebetter.org

Big Sky Community Food Bank
Asking for help can be difficult to do, but getting food at Big Sky Community Food Bank is free, simple and confidential.
47995 Gallatin Rd Big Sky, MT 59716
406-995-3088
bigskyfoodbank.org

Gallatin Valley Food Bank
Gallatin County Food Bank is the critical link between food and the people who need it. Shop for free groceries and come as often as you need. Learn more about the food bank by visiting the website.
602 Bond St Bozeman, MT 59715
406-586-7600
gallatinvalleyfoodbank.org

Fork and Spoon
Fork and Spoon is a pay-what-you-can (if you can) restaurant serving scratch made cooking.
302 N 7th Street Bozeman MT 59715
406-587-4225
forkandspoonbozeman.org

Health

Cover Montana
The Cover Montana program works to connect Montanans who have questions about enrolling in health insurance options. They can help you navigate your coverage options and find free, confidential enrollment assistance.
844-682-6837
info@covermt.org
covermt.org

Big Sky Bandage
Through generosity of sponsors, Big Sky Bandage provides reimbursements of up to $500 per winter season to local employees and residents for acute care medical services provided in Big Sky.
https://bigskybandage.azurewebsites.net/

Big Sky Rx – Medicare Prescription Assistance
Big Sky Rx (BSRx) is dedicated to helping Medicare clients pay for Medicare approved prescription drug insurance premiums. It is administered by the State of Montana.
866-369-1233
bigskyrx@mt.gov
bigskyrx.mt.gov

Children’s Special Health Services
Children’s Special Health Services works to help children and families in Montana receive the healthcare and supportive services they need to live happy, healthy lives in their communities. We do this through programs that help educate families and providers, connect families to needed resources, and provide care for children and youth (0-21 years of age) throughout the state.
dphhs.mt.gov/ecfsd/chs

Montana Medicaid and Healthy Kids Montana
Healthy Montana Kids (HMK), Children’s Health Insurance Plan is just one of many Montana Healthcare Programs offering a free or low-cost health insurance plan which provides coverage to eligible Montana children up to age 19. Covered services include medical, dental, eyeglasses, and other related services.
1-888-706-1535
dphhs.mt.gov/MontanaHealthcarePrograms

Community Health Partners
The Community Health Partners medical clinics provide primary care services matching patients with a provider who will help to consult both adult and pediatric patients on chronic and acute illness, acute exams and prevention strategies, family planning and behavioral health. Locations in Belgrade, Bozeman, Livingston, and West Yellowstone. Visit the CHP website to find a location near you.
chphealth.mt.org

Housing and Shelter

Montana Housing Division
Montana Housing supports access to safe, affordable, and sustainable homes for Montanans whose housing needs are not met by the market. Services include rental assistance programs including:

Housing Choice Voucher (HUD) Program
Project Based Section 8
Emergency Rental Assistance

406-841-2840
800-761-6264
housing.mt.gov

Family Promise of Greater Gallatin
Family Promise provides shelter and intensive case management for families with children and pregnant women who are experiencing homelessness.
1603 Tschache Ln Bozeman MT 59715
406-582-7388
familypromisegv.org

Human Resources Development Council (HRDC)
HRDC provides emergency housing, transitional housing, rental assistance, and affordable housing services to people are currently homeless or at risk of becoming homeless.
3206 E Griffin Drive Bozeman, MT 59718
406-582-7388
thehrdc.org/get-assistance/

Bozeman Warming Center
The Bozeman Warming Center offers seasonal shelter to anyone in need, including families with children, single adults, and couples.
2015 Wheat Drive Bozeman, MT 59715
406-556-1123
thehrdc.org/get-assistance/

Legal

Child Support Services Division
The Child Support Services Division pursues financial and medical support of children by establishing, enforcing, and increasing public awareness of parental obligations.
406-444-6856
800-346-5437
childsupport@mt.gov This email address is only intended for general questions about the child support program. For case related questions, please contact your caseworker directly.
dphhs.mt.gov/cssd

Child and Family Services Division
CFSD protects children who have been or are at substantial risk of abuse, neglect, or abandonment.
1-866-820-5437
dphhs.mt.gov/cfsd

Montana Legal Services Association
MTLSA provides non-criminal legal information, advice, and representation. MLSA works to provide civil legal aid to low-income individuals living throughout Montana.
800-666-6899
mtlsa.org

Disability Rights Montana
Disability Rights Montana’s mission is to protect and advocate for the human, legal, and civil rights of Montanans with disabilities while advancing dignity, equality, and self-determination.
800-245-4743
advocate@DisabilityRightsMT.org
disabilityrightsmt.gov

Montana Fair Housing
Montana Fair Housing is a private, full services, non-profit organization dedicated to the elimination of housing discrimination, and the advancement of rights.
406-782-2573
800-929-2611
montanafairhousing.org

Montana Self-help Program
The Court Help Program is a free service provided by Montana Supreme Court to assist people with civil, no-criminal legal problems. The court help program does not offer legal advice or represent individuals in court but can provide legal information and direct you to resources to help resolve legal problems on your own.
406-582-2158
fallatincountyselfhelp@mt.gov</a
courts.mt.gov/selfhelp

Mental Health and Addictions

Wellness In Action (WIA)
WIA currently provides a robust counseling program offering a sliding scale payment system determined by income and household size, a dedicated community health worker to help bridge the gap to services, and scholarship opportunities for recreation & enrichment programs.
47855 Gallatin Road, Gallatin Gateway, MT 59730
Admin: 406-589-6522
Info: 406-993-6803
bigskywia.org

Montana Children’s Mental Health Bureau
The Children’s Mental Health Bureau administers state funded mental health services for children in Montana.
406-444-2958
dphhs.mt.gov/dcd/cmb

Postpartum Support International
PSI promotes awareness, prevention and treatment of mental health issues related to childbearing. PSI offers support, education, advocacy, and research for people experiencing perinatal mood and anxiety disorders.
800-944-4773
postpartum.net/get-help

Youth Dynamics, Inc.
Youth Dynamics provides strength-based, client-centered, supportive mental health services to children and families.
406-548-7022
youthdynamics.org

Montana Mental Health Directory – Bright App
Search for mental health professionals in Montana with the Bright App.
montana211.org/bright_app_page_one/

National Alliance on Mental Illness Montana (NAMI)
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) supports, educates, and advocates for Montanans with Mental Illnesses and their families. NAMI Montana also developed Mental Health County Resource Guides as a tool for people who live with serious mental illness and their families:
406-443-7871
namimt.org/montana-county-mental-health-resource-guides/

Community Health Partners
CHP offers a specialty behavioral health department that is open to all community members by providing therapy sessions through both Zoom and phone platforms. Behavioral health staff members treat individuals from school age to geriatric and offer individual, couples, and family sessions.
chphealthmt.org/services/behavioral-health

Alcoholics Anonymous
AA helps individuals struggling with alcoholism find the help they need on a local basis. Search for Alcoholics Anonymous meetings per county or city and take the next step to overcome addiction. Call for 24/7 addiction help.
800-839-1686
alcoholicsanonymous.com

Narcotics Anonymous Montana
A national peer support group for those that drugs had become a major problem, uses a 12-step model for people with varied substance abuse issues. Visit the website to find a meeting near you.
800-990-6262
namontana.com

SAMHSA National Helpline
SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.
800-662-HELP (4357)
findtreatment.gov

Montana Tobacco Quit Line
Quitting tobaccos is a process. Whether you are thinking about quitting, are not yet ready to quit, or have already quit, Montana Quit Line can help you with each step of the way.
866-787-5247
quitnowmontana.com

Montana Peer Network
Montana Peer Network provides information, education, training, support, and resources for individuals in or seeking recovery from mental health challenges, substance abuse, trauma, and/or addictions.
406-551-1058
mtpeernetwork.org

Transportation

Skyline Bus & Big Sky Connect
Offers service throughout Big Sky and between Big Sky and Bozeman to fulfill everyone’s transportation needs.Skyline Bus System
406-995-6287
skylinebus.com

Medicaid Transportation Services
Travel assistance benefits are funds that help Medicaid members with transportation costs. These funds help members get to and from medical appointments. When the member meets certain requirements, they may get help with mileage, meals, and lodging.
406-443-6100
800-292-7114
dphhs.mt.gov/montanahealthcareprograms/medicaid/transportation