Information & Referral

DC 211 (Answers, Please!)

DC 211 (Answers, Please!) is the District-wide health and human services helpline operated by the Community Council for the Homeless at Friendship Place. Call 2-1-1 or visit answersplease.dc.gov to find local programs for rental and utility assistance, food, healthcare, mental health, childcare, and crisis support. Free, confidential, available 24/7.

Potential Benefit

Free referral to local assistance programs

Who Qualifies

Anyone in DC needing help finding local services

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