we care. we listen. we're here 24/7. 211 is here for you.
A one-stop source of information for people in need of assistance. When you reach out to 211, we assess your situation and utilize an extensive, up-to-date database to find the best resources to meet your needs. We act as a single point of contact for thousands of health and human service programs, community services, disaster services and governmental programs.
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211 offers referrals to these services & more:
Basic Human Needs:
Food pantries
Clothing closets
Shelters
Rent assistance
Utility assistance
Employment Supports:
Financial assistance
Job training
Educational programs
Health Insurance Programs:
Medicaid and Medicare
Maternal health care
Medical information lines
Crisis intervention
Rehabilitation
Support for Children, Youth & Families:
Child Care
Head Start
Family resource centers
Holiday assistance
Parenting
Summer camps and recreation programs
Summer meal programs
Mentoring
Protective services
Support for Older Americans & Persons with Disabilities:
Adult day care
Aging and disability resource centers
Congregate meals
Respite care
Home health care
Transportation
Homemaker services
Utilizing a comprehensive computerized database of more than 3,000 nonprofit and public programs and services, trained Community Resource Specialists provide personalized attention to meet the needs of everyone in our community. 211 can assist people in 240 languages through the use of our Language Line translation services. Services are also accessible for people with disabilities.
To get started, dial 2-1-1, text 898211, or Search Online.