2-1-1 Day

February 11th (2/11) is the day we celebrate 2-1-1 Day. 2-1-1 is the United Way hotline that supports members of the community during their time of need. 

For anybody unaware of the 2-1-1 program, it is an informational call center that aims to direct vulnerable and at-need individuals to resources available to them within the community. Although the helpline does not provide direct access to resources, it does function as a liaison to bring those in need of resources and those who can provide those resources together.

The helpline can provide support for basic needs such as food, shelter, clothing, rent or utility assistance. Physical and mental health resources such as support groups, drug or alcohol intervention and rehabilitation services are available. Employment services such as job training and education programs can be accessed through the helpline. Support for families, children, the elderly and those with disabilities are available through programs such as meals on wheels, homemaker services, adaptive aids, after-school programs, tutoring and child care services.