Call2Talk Mental Health Hotline
Every year on February 11, United Ways in Massachusetts and across the country celebrate 2-1-1 Day to raise awareness of this important public service. Everyone knows the three-digit number to call in an emergency, but some Bay Staters may not be aware of the simple number they can dial for health and human service assistance.
Mass2-1-1 provides telephone and web information and referral service for residents of the Commonwealth 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Trained 2-1-1 Information and Referral Specialists connect callers to thousands of human service organizations. This includes providers for food programs, housing and emergency shelter, elder care, physical and mental health services, childcare resources, drug and alcohol services, utility assistance, victim services, and at times, is activated when needed for emergencies and disasters.
The 2-1-1 line also serves as the call-in registration site for those 75 years and older to register for the COVID-19 vaccine.
To learn more about the United Way of Greater New Bedford, Mass2-1-1, or Call2Talk, please visit unitedwayofgnb.org and Mass211.org .
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