2-1-1 Quick Notes

*  2-1-1 is a fast free, confidential phone number connecting you with help just when you need it

*  Dial 2-1-1 from anywhere in the Coastal Bend or State of Texas

*  2-1-1 is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week

*  2-1-1 assistance is available in English, Spanish, TTY and online at 222.uwcb.org

2-1-1 Texas/United Way INFO*LINE Help is now just a phone call away. With the national abbreviated dialing code, 2-1-1, individuals in the Coastal Bend are now able to access assistance with health and human services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Click here to SEARCH OUR RESOURCE DATABASE ONLINE If you prefer to speak with someone directly simply dial 2-1-1 and an information and referral specialist will assist you with accessing the information found in the database. Trained specialists use their comprehensive databases to provide referrals for: Tax Assistance Alcohol & Drug Programs Child Care Services Community Resources Counseling or Support Groups Financial Aid Resources Jobline Information Parent Support & Education Senior Services Volunteer Opportunities Youth Recreation and more! 2-1-1 Texas/United Way INFO*LINE connects people and services in Aransas, Bee, Brooks, Duval, Jim Wells, Kenedy, Kleberg, Live Oak, McMullen, Nueces, Refugio, and San Patricio counties. They can also transfer calls to other 2-1-1 centers throughout the state for those searching for services in another area. The service has English and Spanish speaking staff members available, as well as access to a multi-language line service. Program Highlights   Nationally accredited information & referral service 2-1-1 Easy to dial; Easy to remember Fast; Professional; Confidential Trained information & referral specialists Available 24 hours a day 7 days a week 2-1-1 doesn't replace 9-1-1 for emergency services or 4-1-1 for information. www.211.org Cell phone users need to dial (361) 882-2529 for 2-1-1 services. For questions about 2-1-1 Texas/United Way INFO*LINE or about services in your area email us.   Professional Membership Alliance of Information & Referral Services www.airs.org Texas Alliance of Information & Referral Systems www.tairs.org Texas Information & Referral Network www.211texas.org

On July 21, 2000, the FCC granted the abbreviated dialing code, 2-1-1, for community information and referral nationwide.  2-1-1 is a national abbreviated dialing code for free access to health and human service information and referral.  People who call 2-1-1 in TExas will be connected directly to the Texas A & R Network Area Information Center.

2-1-1 Quick Notes

2-1-1 is a fast free, confidential phone number connecting you with help just when you need it

Dial 2-1-1 from anywhere in the Coastal Bend or State of Texas

2-1-1 is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week

2-1-1 assistance is available in English, Spanish, TTY and online at 222.uwcb.org