February 11th is National 2-1-1 Day, a day to raise awareness of the 2-1-1 helpline as a resource. The helpline is available in areas across the country, including Middle Tennessee– where it’s provided by United Way of Rutherford & Cannon Counties. Join us on February 11th, 2019 to distribute information to local businesses about 2-1-1 as a resource in our community. Volunteers will spend no more than an hour delivering materials and lunch will be provided. More information about 2-1-1 can be found below.
Every day thousands of people across Tennessee turn to 2-1-1 for information and support—whether financial, domestic, health or disaster-related. 2-1-1 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.
2-1-1 can be accessed by phone or computer. A toll-free call to 2-1-1 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, 2-1-1 is committed to being the first, most essential resource to anyone who needs help.
Call 2-1-1 and speak with a live, highly trained service professional in your area from any cell phone or landline. All calls are private and confidential.
