What's 2 1 1 ??

I copied the following information from the 2-1-1- website. This is information is very important for all to know about. If you or someone you know needs help with food, fuel, housing or other concerns, 2-1-1 is the place to go!! Notice, you will actually speak to a real person who will assist you! Rev. Elizabeth

Do you need help finding help? Are you facing difficult times and do not know where to turn? Looking for help with everyday needs? Dialing 2-1-1 is your first step. Vermont 2-1-1 is a simple number to dial for information about health and human service organizations in your community. By dialing 2-1-1, information is much easier to find.

At Vermont 2-1-1, callers will speak with a real person every time. Call Specialists will problem solve and refer callers from throughout Vermont to government programs, community-based organizations, support groups, and other local resources. Vermont 2-1-1 is:

A local call from anywhere in Vermont.
Confidential telephone assistance.
Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Live translation services for 170 languages.
Access for persons who have special needs.
Ability to transfer emergency calls to 9-1-1.
Accurate information about community resources in Vermont.