2-1-1
2-1-1
We need your help to ensure federal 2-1-1 legislation passes this year. Please take a moment today to contact your Representative and Senators and ask for their support of the Calling for 2-1-1 Act. While the bill (H.R. 211 in the House, S. 211 in the Senate) enjoys significant bi-partisan support, members of Congress need to hear from you, their constituents, in order to ensure the bill is considered and passed. Your voice will truly make a difference. Currently available in 80% of the country, 2-1-1 is an easy-to-remember number that helps people cut through what can be a confusing and overwhelming maze of information and resources. 2-1-1 helps people assess their needs and links them directly to the resources that will help. Whether a person is contemplating starting a small business, looking for volunteer opportunities in his/her community or seeking information on essential services, 2-1-1 is there to help.
Memo
From Betsy Porter, Director
United Way of Morgan County
DATE: April 12, 2010
RE: Creating Energy Information
Dear 2-1-1 Partner:
Thank you for your interest in helping us to provide information to client callers and clients accessing the 2-1-1 website and call-in service.
Please write your information and submit your form (revised one attached) to the United Way of Morgan County at 106 East Kiowa Avenue, Fort Morgan, CO, 80701 or UW of MC, Post Office Box 1425, Fort Morgan, CO, 80701 or to the MC Family Center, 800 West Platte Avenue, Suite #1, Fort Morgan, CO, 80701. These can be faxed to 970-867-0521 or e-mailed to mcunitedway@kci.net.
The last correspondence you received (from Caring Ministries) was incorrect and, unfortunately, was sent to some agencies outside of Morgan County. Only Morgan County agencies are eligible for this service at this point. The form you received was not the updated form so please use this attached form. Thank you for taking the time to fill out this packet. If you have questions about the United Way 2-1-1 Infoline, please contact Betsy Porter at 970-867-2218.
Betsy Porter Executive Director United Way of Morgan County
No matter what kind of help you need
2-1-1
Can help you find it
2-1-1 is the fastest and easiest way to get information when you need it. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. One call gives you access to resources across your community, whether you need to get help - for you, for a family member or for a friend - or want to help. No more wrong numbers, no more wasted time trying to find the right person to call. A Bilingual Information and Referral Specialist at 2-1-1 will help connect you to the service or information you need. Call 2-1-1. It's confidential.
Who does 2-1-1 help?
Everyone! Whether you need childcare for your child, find financial assistance for a utility bill, locate a mental health conselor to help you in a crisis or connect with any other kind of service, you'll find the answers you need by calling 2-1-1. Or you are able to help others by donating your time as a volunteer, 2-1-1 is also for you.
Call 2-1-1 when you need to get connected or when you aren't sure where to start.
| ...is a resource for after school programs | ...is a resource for companion animal spay and neuter services |
| ...assists social workers, case managers and others with assistance for their clients | ...provides information about prescription drug assistance and discounts |
| ...provides information for those looking for basic needs, food, shelter and clothing | ...is a resource for recreation programs for all ages |
| ...offers child care information and resources | ...has information for seniors, activities, health, housing, delivered meals |
| ...has information on state provided children's health insurance | ...provides resources for substance and meth abuse |
| ...has information and resources about disability services | ...provides information about specific support groups |
| ...provides information on early childhood education programs | ...will make an appointment for free tax preparation for qualified individuals |
| ...connects individuals to employment services | ...helps people connect with transportation assistance |
| ...can help locate ESL classes | ...can help you find a tutor or mentor |
| ...provides parenting information and family resources | ...provides information for utility and rental assistance |
| ...provides resources for financial counseling and foreclosure prevention | ...has information about veteran services |
| ...provides information on housing assistance | ...connects people to volunteer opportunities |
| ...has information about immunizations and other health needs | ...has information on weatherization resources for homes |
| ...can help locate literacy resources | ...can help find youth programs |
| ...and other community services |
Get Connected. Get Answers. Simply dial 2-1-1.
Callers outside the 2-1-1 dialing area or with cell phones that do not connect may call, 800-559-5590 or visit http://mcunitedway.qwestoffice.net and click on 2-1-1.
For life threating emergencies always dial 9-1-1
What is 2-1-1?
An easy to remember phone number linking callers in need to available health and human services programs. From the single mother needing food for her children to the senior citizen looking for home care. United Way 2-1-1 brings people and services together.
What will United Way 2-1-1 do?
Deliver comprehensive information and referral services, free of charge to the caller,
24/7 by telephone and through the Internet.
Efficiently connect people in need, for themselves or others, with more than 1600 health
and human services, government agencies and community organizations. Information and
Referral Specialists maintain a database of organizations and the programs/services they
provide.
United Way 2-1-1 does not provide direct service in the forms of case management,
counseling or social services.
Is United Way a crisis hotline?
United Way 2-1-1 is NOT a crisis hotline. Individuals in immediate crisis should call 9-1-1 or the Suicide Prevention Hotline at 800-273-8255.
Who is eligible to call 2-1-1?
Any individual looking for information or assistance to identify the services best suited to his or her needs. Case managers, church leaders, employers, teachers, health professionals or other agencies calling on behalf of their clients, members, employees or students are also welcome to call.
How does 2-1-1 help the community?
2-1-1 offers tremendous economic benefits to our region, including reducing non emergency calls to 9-1-1 and identifying service gaps in the community. During times of disaster, 2-1-1 is a support to 9-1-1 who must concentrate on emergency calls.
How is United Way 2-1-1 funded?
Most of the funding will come from contributions to United Way of Morgan County. Additional funds come from grants, municipalities, county and state contracts.
Is there another way to get information about available services?
United Way provides an online directory of health and human services available in Morgan County. By visiting http://mcunitedway.qwestoffice.net you can access an online database of services available like those available to callers throughout the United Way 2-1-1 phone service. (When you type a word or phrase to search for in "Services or Agency" please know that single words will get more results than multiple words. Be sure to choose Morgand County too. What you enter here finds terms used to categorize services not the program themselves.)
Note:
The database information was provided to United Way by the agencies and organizations themselves. The fact that an organization is or is not listed is not an endorsement or lack of an endorsement of the purpose, method or quality of service. In addition, errors and omissions, whether typographical, clerical or otherwise do sometimes occur, and may occur anywhere within the body of this database. This database is continually being reviewed and revised for additions, corrections and deletions. If you searched this site but could not find the resources you need, or if you're with an organization that would like to be listed or update you record, call (970) 867-2218.