Today is 2-1-1 Day across North America.
It raises awareness of the valuable services offered by 211, which is a free, confidential, 24 hour a day, 7 day a week helpline
2-1-1 connects people to local food programs, income and housing assistance, home support services, mental health services, substance use support, and so much more
It can also help you navigate the various COVID-19 relief programs.
In an effort to educate our communities about the services provided by 211, police services across the region have launched the #HelpStartsNow campaign to bring awareness to the free support and navigation 211 provides on needs related to employment, housing, food security, mental health and addictions and more.
Across Ontario, 211 is available by phone (dial 2-1-1) or by visiting 211.ca.
There’s a live chat option also available and texting will be available in the coming weeks.
Today is #211Day. Our #OPP 911 call-takers have had a flood of non-emergency calls lately. We want you to know there's a better way to seek the information you need. That's where 211 comes in. This video explains.. ^dr pic.twitter.com/7SqFrVSckb
— OPP West Region (@OPP_WR) February 11, 2021
The OPP within Simcoe County is teaming up with our emergency service community partners to launch an awareness campaign about #211. The #HelpStartsNow initiative coincides with 211 Day on Thursday! @SouthSimcoePS @BarriePolice @simcoecountyPS@simcoecounty@211Ontario ^kv pic.twitter.com/8JWpteyx6M
— OPP Central Region (@OPP_CR) February 8, 2021