211 helpline

A free helpline. Dial 211 to find rent help and services near you.

The general rule

You can dial 211 at any time, day or night. Trained local experts answer around the clock. They can point you to rent help, legal help, and shelter.

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211 connects you to help near you by phone. Dial 211 from any phone. Someone answers 24 hours a day, every day. The call is confidential, and you can stay anonymous. Ask about rent help, utility bill help, and shelter. More than 200 local 211 agencies cover the United States.

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The rule where you live

Pittsburgh

Dial 211, or text your zip code to 898-211. A resource specialist connects you to help the same day.

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