Get Help Beyond Safe Harbour
When you or someone you know needs help that goes beyond Safe Harbour’s programs, 211 is a great first stop. 211 connects people with thousands of local health and human services across Pennsylvania—24/7/365, free, and confidential, with support in many languages.
How To Reach 211
- Call: Dial 211 from any phone (available statewide, anytime).
- Text: Send your ZIP code to 898-211 to chat with a resource navigator by text.
- Online Search & Chat: Visit PA 211 to search programs and start a live chat with a navigator.
Serving South Central PA
In our region (including Cumberland County), PA 211 services are provided 24/7 by trained resource navigators through CONTACT Helpline.
What 211 Can Help With
211 navigators listen to your needs and connect you with local programs for:
- Housing & Homelessness Services (prevention, emergency housing, longer-term options)
- Utilities & Heat Assistance (LIHEAP and other programs; payment help and conservation)
- Food Resources (food pantries, community meals, benefits)
- Financial & Employment Help (budget counseling, job programs)
- Health & Mental Health (support groups, counseling, recovery services)
- Transportation, Childcare, Older Adult Services, Disaster Recovery, and more.
Why Use 211?
- Local & Up-to-Date: 211 is the most comprehensive, locally curated social-services directory in the U.S.
- Free, Confidential, and Always On: Help is available day or night, every day of the year.
- Language Access: Assistance is available in many languages via phone, text, and chat.