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Today is 2-1-1 Day!
- MSLHIC
- 2 hours ago
- 2 min read
February 11th, or 2/11, is not just another day on the calendar. It’s a day of national significance known as 211 Day.
This year, we commemorate an incredible 20-year journey of the 211 System in Maryland. Let’s celebrate two decades of connecting people with essential services, making a difference in countless lives, and building a stronger, more supportive community
In the five county mid-shore region of Maryland, there have been over 22,000 referrals to essential services.
What is 211?
211 is a simple, memorable three-digit phone number that connects Marylanders to essential resources. The free and confidential service enables individuals with unmet needs a one-stop access point to health and human service agencies. English and Spanish-speaking resource specialists are available 24/7, and translation is available in 150+ languages. Call 2-1-1 to get connected to a call specialist!
Empathetic Information and Referral Specialists understand navigating the sometimes-confusing maze of health and human resources can be challenging. They’ll use your ZIP code to search a resource database of over 7,000 agencies and services.
How can I let others know about 211?
Access the marketing toolkit here to download and print and flyers or rack cards.
Request an order of flyers and/or a retractable banner to display in your lobby or at outreach events.
How do organizations add their Information to the 211 database?
Add your organization to the database, or update your information here.
How can I stay informed of health events and news in the community?
Get the scoop on health events in the mid shore region. Text MidShore to 898-211 and get monthly texts about health events and news in the region.
Data and text msg. rates apply. Text STOP to unsubscribe. Privacy: 211md.org/sms/
