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211 - Toll free social service hotline for San Diego County

211 San Diego connects people with community, health and disaster services through a free, 24/7 stigma-free phone service and searchable online database. While 211 began as a department of United Way, it is now a separate organization serving San Diego County.

Every hour of every day, someone in San Diego County searches for services, from substance abuse treatment to care for a child or aging parent, food, housing or financial assistance. With more than 5,000 health and human service programs, finding help can  seem insurmountable. 2-1-1 can help.

By dialing 2-1-1, clients are linked to live highly-trained Client Service Representatives who assess their needs and match them to the best and closest resource in their community. Assistance is confidential and offered in more than 150 languages. Also visit online at www.211sandiego.org.