United Way supports 211, a free and confidential service that helps people across North America find the local resources they need 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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Every day thousands of people across North America turn to 211 for information and support—whether financial, domestic, health, or disaster-related. 211 is a free, confidential referral and information helpline and website that connects people of all ages and from all communities to the essential health and human services they need, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

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211 can be accessed by phone or computer. A toll-free call to 211 connects you to a community resource specialist in your area who can put you in touch with local organizations that provide critical services that can improve—and save—lives.

You’ll find information about: 

• supplemental food and nutrition programs

• shelter and housing options and utilities assistance

• emergency information and disaster relief

• employment and education opportunities

• services for veterans

• health care, vaccination and health epidemic information

• addiction prevention and rehabilitation programs

• reentry help for ex-offenders

• support groups for individuals with mental illnesses or special needs

• a safe, confidential path out of physical and/or emotional domestic abuse

Whether in times of natural disaster or personal crisis, 211 is committed to being the first, most essential resource to anyone who needs help.

Call 211 and speak with a live, highly trained service professional in your area from any cell phone or landline. All calls are private and confidential.