211 is a free, confidential information and referral service that connects people with the help they need 24/7/365. Our innovative systems empower CT residents over the phone, online or by text – so that everyone can find the tools they need to thrive.
211 Child Care empowers CT families to secure safe, affordable, quality child care and maintains current listings of child care programs throughout the state. We mobilize early care professionals to action and success by providing them with the information, training, technical assistance and resources that allow them to establish quality programs in their communities.
211 Child Development mobilizes families to support their children’s healthy growth and development. We provide guidance, information and innovative services to help parents understand and meet their children’s individual developmental needs, starting from pregnancy.
Care 4 Kids makes child care affordable for low-to-moderate income families in Connecticut. The program is a partnership between the State of Connecticut, the families in the program and the providers who take care of the children.
We power 988 in Connecticut. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides 24/7/365 free, confidential, judgment-free, compassionate support for anyone experiencing emotional distress, mental health challenges, problems with substance use, loneliness and thoughts of suicide or self-harm. 988 serves as a critical access point for information and referral to critically needed help, including our state’s mobile mental health crisis teams, community resources including mental health counseling and support groups.
The CT Paid Leave Authority serves a growing need by providing financial relief to Connecticut families, allowing individuals to care for a loved one or themselves without having to worry about lost income. United Way of CT 211 powers their customer service arm.
We are proud to be a trusted and vital resource for help and information about what the people of Connecticut need.
We help people meet their needs for food, housing, health care, child care, child development, mental health support and crisis services – and we provide urgent support to Connecticut residents during natural disasters. We bring a comprehensive, compassionate approach to every request for help, and our reach across every zip code means we can create partnerships, share innovations and scale impact to improve lives in every community in Connecticut. approach to every request for help, and our reach across every zip code means we can create partnerships, share innovations and scale impact to improve lives in every community in Connecticut.
Whenever and wherever there is a need in our state, United Way of Connecticut answers the call.
