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You can get immediate assistance by calling 2-1-1. Now, by simply dialing 2-1-1 on your phone, you can make just one call to find or give help.

United Way 2-1-1 is an easy-to-remember central phone number connecting people with available community resources and volunteer opportunities. You’ll reach a trained, caring professional 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. All for free, all confidential.

United Way 2-1-1 spans a 23-county area, including 7 counties in Kansas and 16 in Missouri, and has access to literally thousands of resources. And that comprehensive database is constantly being updated so you’ll have accurate information. Plus, United Way 2-1-1 saves 9-1-1 for life and death emergencies.

United Way 2-1-1 has a full time health care advocate who provides response to callers with health and medical issues, particularly those requiring advocacy. The health care advocate can help with prescription assistance, medical supplies and equipment, medical transportation, referrals to community clinics, in-home health aid, support groups, immunizations and more.

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You may find other valuable information and local resources by visiting the resources page.

Episode Guide

Part 4 "Foreclosed, Evicted, Homeless..."

Thousands of families evicted from their homes, where did they go? more

Part 1 "Falling Behind"

Mortgages, credit card debt, evictions and foreclosure. more

Part 2 "Worried Sick"

Finding health care to resources for the unemployed. more

Part 3 "Starting Over"

How to save and cut expenses when times are tough. more