Disability & Elderly Services

Disability & Elderly Services

Support, Accessibility, and Community Resources

Disability & Community Support

Panhandle Special Needs, Inc.

📍 1424 N Boyer Ave, Sandpoint, ID 83864

📞 (208) 263-7022

🌐 panhandlespecialneeds.org

Area Served: Bonner & Boundary Counties

Supports individuals with developmental and physical disabilities.

  • Life skills training
  • Employment support
  • Adult day programs
  • Community integration

Assistive Technology & Accessibility Tools

NVDA (NonVisual Desktop Access)

🌐 nvaccess.org

Free screen reader for Windows computers.

  • Text-to-speech
  • Web and document access
  • Braille display support

JAWS (Job Access With Speech)

🌐 freedomscientific.com

Professional screen reader widely used for work and education.

  • Advanced navigation
  • Workplace compatibility
  • Custom scripting

ZoomText

🌐 freedomscientific.com

Magnification software for individuals with low vision.

  • Screen enlargement
  • Color and contrast controls
  • Optional speech

Seeing AI

AI-powered app that narrates the world around you. Available on iOS.

  • Reads text
  • Identifies objects and people
  • Currency recognition

Be My Eyes

Connects users with volunteers for real-time visual help. Available on iOS and Android.

  • Live video assistance
  • Free and easy to use

VoiceOver

Built-in accessibility tool on Apple devices (iPhone, iPad, and Mac).

  • Gesture-based navigation
  • Full device integration

TalkBack

Built-in screen reader for Android devices.

  • Spoken feedback
  • Gesture navigation
  • Braille keyboard support

Medical & Health Resources

Panhandle Health District

📍 2101 W Pine St, Sandpoint, ID 83864

📞 (208) 415-5100

🌐 panhandlehealthdistrict.org

Area Served: North Idaho

Regional public health services and referrals.

  • Health programs
  • Screenings and education
  • Referrals to disability services

Idaho Department of Health and Welfare

📞 (877) 456-1233

🌐 healthandwelfare.idaho.gov

Area Served: Statewide

Administers statewide assistance and disability programs.

  • Medicaid
  • Developmental disability services
  • Family support

Idaho Area Agency on Aging (Region I)

📍 8500 N Atlas Rd, Hayden, ID 83835

📞 (208) 667-3179

🌐 aaani.org

Area Served: North Idaho

Supports seniors and individuals with disabilities.

  • Transportation help
  • In-home care
  • Caregiver support
  • Meal programs

Transportation Services

SPOT Bus (Selkirk Pend Oreille Transit)

📍 1005 Triangle Dr, Ponderay, ID 83852

📞 (208) 263-3774

🌐 spotbus.org

Area Served: Bonner County

Public transportation system serving Bonner County.

  • Fixed bus routes
  • Dial-A-Ride service
  • ADA-accessible transportation
  • Reduced fares for eligible riders

Medicaid Non-Emergency Medical Transportation

📞 (877) 503-1261

🌐 medicaid.idaho.gov

Area Served: Statewide

Transportation for Medicaid recipients to medical appointments.

  • Rides to healthcare visits
  • Mileage reimbursement (if eligible)
  • Accessible transport options

Information is subject to change. Please contact each organization directly to confirm hours and availability.