Not sure where to turn? 2-1-1 may be the answer.

 

By: Lori McMullin, APR

Director of Business Operations & Communications
Center for Business Excellence

 

In recent years, most of us have either experienced an unmet need or know a friend or family member who has.  Maybe, you are worried about your grandmother on a fixed income getting enough food.  Perhaps, a relative falling on hard times needs shelter and your home is not a viable answer.

          

In any case, it’s hard to know where to begin to search for potential solutions.  This can also include becoming more informed to follow up behind a loved one to ensure they did their homework or aren’t harboring false hope for assistance that simply isn’t available.

                                                 

The 2-1-1 online resource is a good place to start. A partnership between One Voice for Volusia and The United Way of Volusia and Flagler Counties, this Web site is your 24-hour source of information on over 1,000 local community services in Volusia and Flagler Counties.  Here’s the link to the Web site: http://www.211live.org/

If you can't find what you are looking for by searching this directory, just pick up your phone and dial 2-1-1 at any time for assistance. If your telephone service provider does not connect you when you dial '2-1-1', use (386)-253-0564. 

Remember, just because a resource is listed online, doesn’t mean every need can be met.  It’s critical to take the time as soon as possible to thoroughly research leads in order to get a better handle on the saturation at hand.  Putting this task off can lead to additional stress and strain on the entire family. Good luck