Emergency shelter tonight in Idaho
The short answer
Dial 211 and say you need a place to sleep tonight. If someone is hurting you, call 1 800 799 7233 or a local program. Veterans can call 1 877 424 3838. Youth can call 1 800 786 2929.
Need help tonight?
Call 211 first
The Idaho 211 CareLine can tell you about shelters near you and what is open tonight.
"I need a safe place to sleep tonight. I'm near [city or ZIP]. It's [just me / me and my kids]."
"What time is check in, and what should I bring?"
Official pages: 211.idaho.gov, hud.gov/states/idaho
If someone is hurting you
The Idaho Coalition Against Sexual and Domestic Violence lists local programs by city. The National Domestic Violence Hotline answers any time by call, chat or text.
Official page: idvsa.org/get-help
Youth and veterans
- Young people who ran away or can't go home: National Runaway Safeline, 1 800 786 2929, 24 hours.
- Veterans who are homeless or about to be: VA National Call Center for Homeless Veterans, 1 877 424 3838, 24 hours.
Official pages: 1800runaway.org, va.gov/homeless
What to bring if you can
- Any ID you have, and papers for your kids.
- Medicines in their bottles.
- A phone charger.
- A change of clothes and a small bag you can carry.
More help in Idaho
Sources last checked October 27, 2026. If something has changed, please tell us so we can fix it.
Nothing here is a promise of a bed, money or a spot in any program. Each place decides who it can serve. You choose what feels right for you.