Hey Chad.
You don't have to figure this out alone. This guide walks you through it one small step at a time. Nothing happens until you say go.
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What this app does: It collects a little info about you, then gives you pre-written letters and a checklist. You just copy, paste, and send. That's it.
Before you start
Everything you type stays on your phone only. Nothing is sent anywhere. You can close this and come back later — your progress saves automatically.
One step at a time.
That's all anyone can do.
That's all anyone can do.
Your info
This fills in your letters so you don't have to. Skip anything you don't know — you can add it later.
Why we need this: The letters need your name, case number, etc. Filling this in once means every letter comes out ready to send.
For them to find your case. Full SSN never needed in letters.
On any old notice from Idaho. If you don't have it, leave blank — they'll look it up by name + SSN.
Where you live now
Your money situation
Be honest. "Broke" is a valid answer and actually helps your case.
Health stuff (private)
This strengthens your case for a lower payment. Short and honest is fine. You can edit it anytime.
Your checklist
Tap any step to see exactly what to do. Tap the checkbox when it's done.
Help & phone numbers
Real humans you can call. Most are free.
Emergency first
Free legal help
Idaho Legal Aid Services
Free lawyers for people who can't afford one. This is your main ally. They know child support inside and out.
📞 (208) 746-7541
🌐 Website
Idaho Child Support Services
The state agency. This is who you're negotiating with. Be polite, be honest about being broke.
📞 1-800-356-9868
Addiction & mental health
SAMHSA Helpline
Free, confidential, 24/7. Gives you treatment options near you (including free or low-cost).
📞 1-800-662-4357
Alcoholics Anonymous in English — Mexico
Meetings all over Mexico. Free. Anyone welcome.
🌐 aamexico.org.mx
Passport & US Consulate
U.S. Embassy / Consulate in Mexico
They handle passport stuff and can give you a list of local lawyers.
🌐 mx.usembassy.gov
American Citizens Services
Help for US citizens abroad — lost passport, emergency, court stuff.
✉️ Email
Asking for help is a win,
not a loss.
not a loss.