(208)345-4907 1001 S Orchard Street, Boise, Idaho 83705

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CHOIS

The Coordinated Housing Options and Individualized Services (CHOIS) program provides rental assistance and case management services to homeless and disabled individuals and families. The program is funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and operated by the Ada County Housing Authority in collaboration with several community agencies. Participants pay 30% of their income towards rent and utilities and receive on-going supportive services.

What are the main requirements in order to qualify for this program?

To be eligible, you must be literally homeless, i.e. be living on the streets or in an emergency shelter, and you must have a disability.

How do you apply for this program?

Applicants for the CHOIS program must be referred to the program through Ada County’s Coordinated Entry System, otherwise known as “Our Path Home Connect.” If you are experiencing homelessness, you may contact (208) 336-HOME (4663) and a staff member will conduct a brief survey to develop a plan to help access housing for you as quickly as possible.

Frequently Asked Questions

What supportive services are offered?

Services include, but are not limited to, mental health counseling, housing advocacy, medical care, transportation assistance, education services, food, and substance abuse treatment services.

Yes. This project serves the areas of Boise, Meridian, Garden City, Star, Kuna and Eagle.

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Additional Resources

2-1-1 Idaho CareLine is a free statewide community information and referral service that provides a comprehensive database of programs that offer free or low-cost health and human services or social services, such as rental assistance, energy assistance, medical assistance, food and clothing, child care resources, emergency shelter, and more.

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Boise City/Ada County Housing Authority
1001 S Orchard Street
Boise Idaho 83705
Phone: (208) 345-4907
Fax: (208) 345-4909
TTY: (208) 363-9734
E-Mail: housing@bcacha.org

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Boise City / Ada County Housing Authority Equal Opportunity Information

It is the policy of BCACHA to see that every individual, regardless of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, familial status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or disability shall have equal opportunity in accessing affordable housing. If you or anyone in your family is a person with disabilities, and you require a specific accommodation in order to fully utilize our programs and services, please submit a request in writing or contact our office at 208-345-4907.