Panhandle Special Needs - PSNI

02/11/2026

What does PSNI do?

Don’t take our word for it — hear it straight from the incredible individuals we serve. Their voices tell the true story of what PSNI is all about. 💙

02/06/2026

“There has to be a place like ours. We’re not just serving individuals—we’re supporting whole family units,” shares Trinity Nicholson, Executive Director of Panhandle Special Needs - PSNI in Sandpoint, Idaho.

For more than 4 decades, PSNI has been on a mission: to empower people with disabilities to live with greater independence, dignity, and purpose. With programs offering vocational training, life skills coaching, and community integration, PSNI has become a cornerstone of opportunity for individuals who often face limited pathways.

Last year, a $20,000 grant from Innovia Foundation’s Bonner and Boundary Forever Fund expanded employment opportunities at PSNI’s greenhouse, thrift shop, and cardboard recycling programs—a chance for participants to gain real-world experience, earn income, and build confidence to engage more fully in community life.

Read the full story at goinnovia.org/PSNI!

Pictured: PSNI employees gather at the Cottage Thrift Store

02/06/2026

🏈⚾ Sports fans — this one’s for YOU! ⚾🏈

Panhandle Special Needs, Inc. has teamed up with Sweet Lou’s Restaurant just in time for the Super Bowl and Opening Day of baseball season to bring you an exciting raffle with a sports-themed goody basket valued at over $350!

One lucky winner will score big with an all-star lineup that includes:

🏟️ Seattle Seahawks plush blanket & hand-painted rock
🪑 Stadium chair
⚾ Jarred Kelenic autographed baseball
☕ Owala coffee mugs
🏈 Local sports decals
🧴 Sunscreen, cooling cloths & hand warmers
🧲 Bottle cap magnets
🍿 Baseball-themed snacks
…and more fan-favorite goodies!

🎟️ Tickets:
$5 each or 5 for $20

📍 Grab yours:
✔ At Sweet Lou’s – 477272 Hwy 95 North, Ponderay
✔ At the PSNI office – 1424 N. Boyer Ave., Sandpoint
✔ Via PSNI’s Venmo

Every ticket is a home run for our community — supporting programs and opportunities for individuals with disabilities, and giving you a shot at some seriously sweet gear.

Stop in, grab a bite, grab a ticket, and support your community.

🏈⚾ Let’s play ball! ⚾🏈

02/05/2026

Who's gonna win the Super Bowl this Sunday? We asked around and here's what PSNI had to say.

02/02/2026

Just do good and keep going. 💙

01/30/2026

Today on SPOT Bus 🚌
Exploring routes, checking off errands, and discovering new places along the way.
Keep working hard! 💪✨

01/22/2026

Huge shoutout to Roxy's Lounge in Sandpoint for letting our Blue Group roll in and absolutely take over the place for a couple hours 😄 We had an awesome time!

Extra love to Brody for hooking us up with pool games, free jukebox jams, and pinball credits like a true legend 🎶🎱🕹️

Great spot, fun vibes, lots of laughs, and a group full of happy people. We’ll definitely be back to cause more (friendly) chaos! We promise to mostly behave next time 😂

01/16/2026

Chasing sunshine and slices on Schweitzer Mountain. Living the good life! ☀️🍕

01/12/2026

⏰ Last call for the PSNI calendar!
Grab yours for $12 at Di Luna's, Area Seniors, Carousel Emporium —or stop by our office at 1424 N. Boyer.
Huge thanks to Yoke's Fresh Market for kicking off 2026! Here’s to another great year of partnership! 🗓️✨

01/07/2026

New year. New goals. Same mission.
Stepping into 2026...
Grateful. Motivated. Excited for what’s ahead. 💫
Share your New Year goals with us in the comments!

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas in ASL

12/22/2025