Community Resources
Providing community resources is one of our core values. These services support the general wellbeing of our residents. In addition to our full-time resource team, we work with several organizations to host pop-ups to connect services and resources with community members at the Library.
Mental Health Coordinator
Our mental health coordinator connects individuals and families with agencies and resources to meet their unique needs, including housing or shelter referrals, utility relief, navigating government benefits, and more.
Our mental health coordinator, Ashley Hammond, is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with over 10 years of experience with individuals and families of diverse backgrounds.
This service is to connect you with resources, and may refer you to social service agencies, but does not provide counseling, therapy, or case management.
Download printable handout about the Mental Health Coordinator.
Ashley's office is on the second floor of the Downtown Library. Ashley is available to meet with you in person, by phone, or by email to determine what agencies or resources meet your needs.
- In-person office hours from 10 a.m. to noon on Monday, Tuesday and Friday
- By phone, (208) 972-8216
- By email, communityresources@cityofboise.org
You can expect to be treated with respect and for your concerns to be taken seriously. When appropriate, Ashley will request permission to share your information with local agencies in an effort to connect you with the resources you are seeking. The confidentiality of your information is taken seriously, and applicable information will be shared with your permission and as required by law.
Lawyers in the Library
The Idaho Volunteer Lawyers Program (IVLP) provides a safety net for low-income individuals and families in Idaho who require civil legal services and cannot afford to pay for them. IVLP recruits attorneys from local communities who volunteer their time and expertise to assist those in need. IVLP's free legal clinics are an opportunity to receive advice and counsel on your civil legal matter.
This clinic is held at the Downtown Library every 1st Tuesday of the month, and you must be registered to attend. Register now.
Health Services
Terry Reilly Health Services is a community health center that provides medical, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy services.
Terry Reilly participates in outreach events for those that are interested in services they have to offer. Patient navigators will be available to make future appointments, learn about their programs, provide education on insurance and social security benefits, and connect attendees with important resources. Any questions about their services or programs can be directed to (208) 318-1326.
- 1st Wednesday of the month at the Downtown Library from 9:30 - 11 a.m.
- 3rd Monday of the month at the Downtown Library from 9:30 - 11 a.m.
Outreach Resource Pop-up
Our Path Home Outreach provides services to those experiencing homelessness most Wednesdays at one of our library locations. Outreach specialists are available to assist with housing assessments, referrals to services and resources, brief case management and problem solving, and general Q&A.
- 1st Wednesday of the month at the Downtown Library from 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
- 2nd Wednesday of the month at the Library! at Hillcrest from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
- 3rd Monday of the month at the Downtown Library from 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
- 3rd Wednesday of the month at the Library! at Collister from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
- 4th Wednesday of the month at the Library! at Cole & Ustick from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.