2-1-1

Have you ever wondered how to find help or a community service for yourself or someone in need? There are about 30,000 nonprofits in North Carolina. Finding the right service for your need can be difficult.

The first step in finding help is knowing who to call. 9-1-1 is for emergencies, 4-1-1 is for directory assistance and 2-1-1 is for finding community health and human service resources. 2-1-1 is a free, confidential telephone information and referral system that quickly links people seeking help with the community resources they need.

Call 2-1-1 any time, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, to link to vital services in your community. This service is free and multilingual. Or visit www.nc211.org.