2-1-1 Metro Chicago
Connecting Chicago and suburban Cook County residents to the help they need, when they need it.
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Key components of 211MetroChicago
LIVE SUPPORT
INFORMATION
DATA
AWARENESS
How 2-1-1 Can Help
Chicago and suburban Cook County residents now have access to a local 2-1-1 service—changing the landscape for how we meet the needs of our neighbors. 2-1-1 is a free, 24/7/365 service that connects them to essential health and social service support and information during times of non-emergency crisis and for everyday needs.
Important for residents:
Call 9-1-1 for emergencies.
Call 3-1-1 or call your city or village office for municipal or local government services if 3-1-1 is not available in your community.
Call 9-8-8 for the suicide and crisis lifeline.


What 211 IS
Find The Help You Need Now
Residents can also dial 2-1-1 or (773) 362-4401 to get connected to a trained Resource Navigator, text their zip code to 898-211, or use the chat button on the lower right side of the page.
Blog & News

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New 211 social service phone line launches Friday for Chicago, suburban Cook County
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