211 HelpLine

Free. Confidential. Open 24-7. Available in 150+ languages.

211 is a free, easy-to-remember helpline that connects individuals and families with important services and resources in our local communities. Services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, in over 150 languages.

From everyday needs to educational opportunities and crisis support, a 211 Resource Specialist is ready to help you and your family connect to more than 10,000 local health and human services across our region.

NEW JERSEY: Call 211, text 898-211 or visit nj211.org

PENNSYLVANIA: Call/text 211 or visit pa211.org

211 gave me a way to keep food on the table and

stay safe during the pandemic.

- Diana, 211 SEPA Caller

The Impact of 211

Serving New Jersey and Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery and Philadelphia counties, 211 helps individuals find and connect with critical resources in their communities.

65,000+

calls made to 211 last year

116,599

referrals made by 211 Resource Specialist to individuals seeking help

856,443

People visited 211’s website

FY2021

violence prevention hotline

There is no basic need more important than safety

In partnership with the City of Philadelphia, 2-1-1 Southeastern Pennsylvania is now specializing in violence prevention in Philadelphia county.

By dialing 211, individuals can access resources and services related to gun violence prevention for themselves and their neighborhoods.

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PHLConnectED

Connecting students to free internet

211 is proud to serve as the official PHLConnectED hotline to help connect Philadelphia students and their families with digital access opportunities.

Philadelphia K-12 families who do not have any in-home internet access or who have internet access only through mobile phones, can call 211 and press option 1 to get immediate help.

See if you qualify for free services

digital navigator network

Helping people access technology

United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey’s Digital Navigator Network offers services to people requiring one-to-one dedicated support in accessing and using technology — and getting connected is just a phone call away through 211.

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