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Kristi Young, of Star, recently began a service to help families navigate disability systems. (PHOTO: KRISTI YOUNG)
Jun 16, 2026

Star woman launches consulting firm to guide Idaho families through disability systems

Kristi Young launches Strong Anchor Consulting in Star to help Treasure Valley families navigate childhood disability medical and educational systems.

From right: The panelists, Corey Surber, Brennan Summers, Wendi Secrist, Mollie McCarty and Lisa Raye Anderson, listen as an audience member asks a question during the question-and-answer portion of the Breakfast Series event on April 9, 2026, at The Grove Hotel in downtown Boise. (PHOTO: MARC LUTZ, IBR)
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Budget cuts, education funding and issues highlight panel discussion on 2026 legislative session

Idaho business leaders discuss 2026 legislative session impacts on education funding, Medicaid changes, and transportation infrastructure challenges.

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Navigating health care and long-term care costs

Health and long-term care costs can drain retirement savings. Learn how Medicare, insurance, and planning strategies can help protect your financial future.

Speaker of the House Mike Johnson, R-La., arrives to talk to reporters after a closed-door meeting with fellow Republicans to find agreement on a spending bill, at the Capitol in Washington, Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2025. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)
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Republicans consider cuts and work requirements for Medicaid, jeopardizing care for millions

To whittle down the budget, the GOP-controlled Congress is eyeing work requirements for Medicaid.

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Medicaid mental health waiver gains approval from CMS

A 27-year veteran of Idaho‘s disability support community has launched an independent consulting firm to help Treasure Valley families navigate the fragmented maze of medical, educational and state systems surrounding ...


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