United Way 211

United Way 211 is your 24/7 connection to agencies and resources near you. Serving United Way of Greater St. Louis’ service area and the entire state of Missouri, United Way 211 connects people to services that help them live their best possible lives – from basic needs to child care to disaster relief to counseling.

Need Help Now?

Search
Search the United Way 211 online directory to find resources near you.

Call
Get connected to a certified resource specialist by dialing 211 or 1-800-427-4626 from a cell phone or landline (TTY 1-866-385-6525).

Chat
Chat with a navigation specialist online. Available Monday through Friday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Text
Chat with a navigation specialist by texting 1-800-427-4626. Available Monday through Friday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Wherever Life Takes You, 211 is Here

Community Information Exchange

The CIE is a connected, collaborative, and equitable community of care working to improve the lives of individuals and families within and around the Bi-State Region.

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Ways 211 Helps

Physical and Mental Health Resources

Medicaid • Medicare • prenatal care • crisis intervention • support groups • counseling • alcohol and drug rehabilitation

Job Programs

educational and vocational training programs • English as a second language classes • job training • General Educational Development (GED) preparation • financial and transportation assistance

Support for Seniors and Those with Disabilities

centers for independent living • adult day care • meals at home • respite care • home health care • transportation & recreation

Support for Children, Youth, and Families

after-school programs • tutoring • mentorship programs • family resource centers • protective services • counseling • early childhood learning programs • child care referral centers

Disaster and Water

heating and cooling shelters • tornado, flooding and other natural disaster resources and information

Basic Needs

• food pantries • shelters • rent assistance • utility assistance • mortgage assistance