February 11 has been designated as National 211 Day by United Way Worldwide. 211 is a free, confidential phone number that serves as a lifeline for millions across the country each year.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
With a single call to 211, people in need receive information and referrals to essential health and human services such as:<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\u2022 Where to go for food and shelter<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\u2022 What to do if the utilities are turned off<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\u2022 Where to get free or low-cost health or dental care<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\u2022 How to get rent or mortgage assistance<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\u2022 Where to find job assistance and employment resources<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\u2022 How to get help with civil legal issues, including eviction<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\u2022 Where to find services for Veterans<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Since the program began 10 years ago, King County 211 has helped more than a million callers and provided almost 3 million referrals to social and health service organizations in our community. Last year alone, King County answered more than 99,000 calls, including 9,214 calls from residents of Kent.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Those who answer 211 assess each caller\u2019s needs and refers them to the agencies best equipped to assist them.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
The 211 number is answered from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n