Help starts here

211 connects you with specialists trained to access Kendall County’s health and human resources. Calls are completely confidential, and available 24/7/365 days a year in 159 languages.

I need help with…

211 provides access to critical services

  • Housing

  • Rental Assistance

  • Utilities

  • Mental Health

  • Food Programs & Benefits

  • Transportation

  • Senior Services

  • Substance Abuse

  • Veteran Services

…and so much more.

When you don’t know who to call, call 211.

Text 211

Text "help" to 898-211

You’ll talk to a real person. A trained, expert specialist answers the call, helps identify the root causes of your problem, and connects you to local resources.

Texting is available in English only.

The 211 nationwide network receives an average of 50,000 calls per day from people in need of support and is America's most powerful tool for identifying and responding to community needs.

Not sure where to start?

Everyone faces challenges. Job loss, illness, divorce and other events can upend anyone’s life.

Whatever obstacle you’re facing, 211 is waiting to help.