CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WBOY) — For emergencies, you call 911, and for traffic, you call 511, but do you know where to call when you need food assistance or other resources?
“As we face a time of elevated uncertainty — with SNAP benefit delays and a government shutdown placing tremendous strain on West Virginia families — our message is simple: You are not alone, and help is available,” Brett White, CEO of Tygart Valley United Way, said in a press release.
West Virginians can call 211 any time to be connected with a Community Resource Specialist who can provide information about things like food pantries and community meal programs, SNAP enrollment and replacement options, emergency food delivery services, and utility and rent assistance programs connected to food insecurity.
The service is available 24/7 and is powered by the United Way Network. It is available in all 55 counties in West Virginia. Residents can call 211 or text their zip code to 898-211.
In addition to food, 211 can also help connect residents to resources for housing, utilities, childcare, and more.
Food insecurity has been on many West Virginians’ minds this week after the West Virginia Department of Human Services announced that October SNAP payments, which more than 270,000 West Virginians rely on, would be delayed because of the government shutdown. If the shutdown continues, November benefits will also be delayed.
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