Not all heroes wear capes.
Some of them wear headsets!
During the pandemic, our 211 Helpline specialists have been taking calls from thousands of people who didn't know where to turn next...like Bobby, a father who got sick and fell behind on his mortgage payments; Lisa, who was laid off from her new job; and Sherry who called 2-1-1 because she was worried that removing her dentures after going to the store would give her COVID-19.

Today, on 211 Day, we’re recognizing our Community Resource Specialists for being community heroes who keep you connected to vital resources like safe and stable housing, food pantries, rent and mortgage assistance and so much more.

When you don't know where to turn, the Nebraska/Southwest Iowa 211 Helpline is there 24/7 to connect you to local programs that can help.

Get to know 211 by exploring our *new Nebraska 211 resource site, the 211 Iowa site or download the *new 211 NE | SW IA app today!
Get Connected With 211:
As a reminder, if you or anyone you know doesn't know where to turn, 211 is here 24/7 to connect you to:
  • Addiction Support
  • Clothing & Household Items
  • Courts & Crime Assistance
  • Education Opportunities
  • Family Support
  • Financial Assistance
  • Food Assistance
  • Government Resources
  • Health Services
  • Hotlines
  • Housing Support
  • Income & Job Assistance
  • Legal & Customer Services
  • Mental Health Support
  • Senior & Disability Support
  • Transportation
  • Utility Assistance
  • Veteran/Military Services
If you’d like to support the great work of the 211 Helpline, we invite you to make a gift by visiting www.ne211.org/donate.
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