United Way 2-1-1 is now available in Midland County

A turning point for our friends and neighbors in need has arrived in Midland County and throughout Northeast Michigan. This important service connects people in need with people who can help.

Formerly, Midland County's First Call for Help, 2-1-1 is a free, easy-to-remember telephone number that connects callers with resources, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. People looking for assistance can find it difficult to navigate the complicated web of health and human service programs and often don’t know where to begin. Now, help is available by simply picking up the phone and dialing 2-1-1.

United Way 2-1-1 provides information and referral for:

• Basic Human Needs: food, clothing, shelter, utility assistance, etc.
• Physical and Mental Health: medical information, crisis intervention services, support groups and counseling, etc.
• Employment Support: unemployment benefits, financial assistance, job training, etc.
• Support for Older Americans and People with Disabilities: home health care, adult day care, independent living, workforce training, Meals on Wheels, etc.
• Support for Children, Youth and Families: quality childcare, early childhood programs, after-school programs, summer camps, mentoring, tutoring, etc.
• Crisis Calls: suicidal thoughts, domestic violence, Public Health Emergencies, etc.

2-1-1 of Northeast Michigan Website

Click here to search the 2-1-1 database online