Dial 211

By simply dialing 211, those in need of assistance can be referred, and sometimes connected, to appropriate agencies and community organizations.

Dialing 211 helps direct callers to services for, among others, the elderly, the disabled, those who do not speak English, those with a personal crisis, those with limited reading skills, and those who are new to their communities.

To find out whether 211 services are offered in your area and to obtain more information, visit 211.org.

Types of referrals offered by 211 include Basic Human Needs Resources, Physical and Mental Health Resources, Work Support, Access to Services in Non-English Languages, Support for Older Amercians and Persons with Disabilities, Children, Youth and Family Support and Suicide Prevention.

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Dial 211 for Essential Community Services Guide (pdf)