Dial 211 to get help in a crisis
With one toll-free call to 211, anyone in need can get free
and confidential connections to services they need.
The impact of the COVID-19 outbreak in our community is far reaching, impacting our neighbors’ health, access to education and financial stability. Many people need help. Help to pay for medication. Help to find food pantries. Help to locate mental health services. If you need help or know someone in need, 211 is for you.
211 is a vital service that connects millions to help every year. With one toll-free call to 211, anyone in need can have real-time access to free and confidential connections to everything from housing to food and crisis assistance—and more. The resource specialists at 211 are available 24/7 and across the network speak more than 180 languages. You may also look up 211's database of resources by visiting www.UnitedWayHernando.org/211.
As people feel the health, education and financial impacts of the coronavirus, 211 is here to help. With one toll-free call to 211, anyone in need can get free and confidential connections to:
- Health care
- Emergency counseling
- Disaster assistance
- Food programs
- Stable housing
- Employment and education opportunities
- Childcare and family services
- And more
Unlike programs that simply “patch people through” to agencies, the caring experts on the other end of the 211 line listen, identify underlying problems, and connect people with the resources and services that can provide support.
To keep this vital free service going we need support from generous donors in our community. A gift to United Way ofHernando County, helps support the 211 system that connects so many to the resources and services they need during this crisis and year-round. Please consider giving today to support people in our community.
