Need help with groceries, housing,
utilities or something else?
From Hello to Help, WA 211 has you covered.
WA 211 is the only statewide helpline with knowledgeable people on the phone and
17,000 local resources in our statewide resource directory, 211 Connects.
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WA 211 connects You to the support you need, when you need it, close to home
211 is a free, confidential, multilingual helpline. It is your one-stop connection to local community services from utility assistance, food, housing, healthcare, elder care, childcare and after school programs, mental health supports and much more.
211 is always ready to assist you in finding the help you need. 211 has the most current and comprehensive database of community resources in the State of Washington (over 17,000 listings).
Simply dial the three digit number 211 on your phone or find help here.
If you are outside of Washington, unable to find a service, or have a problem dialing the number 211, please dial 1-877-211-9274
A trusted resource for Providers
If your organization offers a health or human service to the public, WA 211 can help connect people in need to your services or assist you in referring clients to additional community services. Use the following links to add or update resources for your community.
Mission
Throughout Washington State, 211 connects people to help when they need it, builds community resilience, and advocates for breaking cycles of need.
Vision
In Washington State, people get the help they need. communities collaborate to identify and break cycles of need, and in a crisis, every community is prepared, responds effectively, and recovers stronger than before.
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July 2024 – June 2025