The Washington State Legislature included $1 million in funding for the statewide 2-1-1 system in the final budget. Funding will support the seven regional call centers that make up the Washington Information Network 2-1-1.

2-1-1 is a free, confidential phone number that serves as a lifeline for over a half million people across the state each year. With a single phone call to 2-1-1, those in need receive information and referrals to essential health and human services such as:

•Where to go for food and shelter

•What to do if utilities are turned off

•Where to get free or low-cost health and dental care services

•How to get rent or mortgage assistance

•Where to find job assistance and employment resources

•How to get help with civil legal issues

•Where to find services for Veterans

Information and referral services like 2-1-1 streamline searching by assessing each caller’s unique needs and referring them to agencies best equipped to assist them.

Need help? Dial 2-1-1 from anywhere in the state to be connected to your local 2-1-1 call center.

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