February 11th Brings Awareness to United Way's 2-1-1

February 11 is the day that United Way’s all across the country recognize and bring awareness to

United Way’s 2-1-1 program. Mayor Chris Meyer is assisting Marshfield Area United Way again this year with bringing awareness about the program to the community by officially proclaiming February 11, 2017, as “United Way’s 2-1-1 Day” in Marshfield.

2-1-1 is a free, confidential, and easy to remember phone number that connects people to essential community resources. In addition to connecting callers to local resources, United Way’s 2-1-1 also tracks caller needs and uses that information to analyze trends, such as, identifying gaps in services.  Referral specialists are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to help with information and resources.

In celebration of 2-1-1 Day, there are several ways you can help create awareness about the 2-1-1 service as well:

• If you have a family member or friend who is having a difficult time, you can advocate for them and dial 2-1-1 to see what resources are available.
• If you are part of a non-profit organization, religious entity or government agency who provides health or human service programs to the public, contact 2-1-1 to be added to our database.
• You can call and request free 2-1-1 materials (posters, fact cards, magnets, etc.) and put them on display where you work or at your church.

For more information, contact United Way’s 2-1-1 by dialing the three digit number 2-1-1. Individuals can also find resources online at United Way’s 2-1-1 Get Connected. Get Answers. website at www.getconnected211.org.