2-1-1

2-1-1

Topic Author: Lyle Hanna

Posted: 12:41 PM Jan 26, 2009

Replies Posted: 4 comments

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Now is the time for 211. The United Way of the Bluegrass has established an emergency call number. 2-1-1 provides 24/7 access for people in need of social service support. I have served as a chair for the United Way Campaign of Central Kentucky for the past year and I am witnessing firsthand the tremendous need for personal, financial, and social services. 2-1-1 is a lifeline, a systematic way to connect people to essential community resources.

An emergency hotline however isn’t enough; everyone needs to do their part to make sure that people in our community are taken care of. The United Way theme this year is Live United. Central Kentucky needs to come together as a community to support our neighbors. In these troubling times, you may be called on to help someone in need. In the past three weeks I have heard from three individuals who have lost their jobs, homes, and are near the end of their financial rope. It’s time for all of us to step up.

What is your story? Are you in need of help? Are you someone else’s 211?

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Posted by: Lyle Location: Lexington, Kentucky
Kathryn, Have you dialed 2-1-1? The United Way of the Bluegrass has people on staff that can answer your questions and get you on the right path.

Posted by: kathryn Location: bath
got laid off oct.2008 and lost my health insurance. was drawing unemployment until I suffered a heart attack and had to have open heart surgery.My medical bills are piling up and now I have no income and I dont know who to ask for help.I dont know if I can apply for a medical card or who you even see to get one..

Posted by: Lyle Location: Lexington, Kentucky
Dear Bradley, I feel your pain. Unfortunately you are not alone in losing your job and transportation. If you have not called 2-1-1 please do so as soon as possible. They have resources that can help you. Sincerely, Lyle

Posted by: bradley Location: WINHESTER KY
I AM A HARD WORKING MAN. NOW I HELP MY MOTHER.WELL I LOST MY JOB, AS OTHERS IM SHORE. MY CASH WILL RUN OUT I A FEW DAYS! IF THERE IS HELP I CANT FIND ANY ... PLEASE HELP . JUST LOST MY TRUCK NOW I CANT EVEN GET OUT . WHEN I DID WALK I GOT VERRY SICK .SO I AM FINELY ASKING KENTUCKY PLEASE HELP. THANK YOU BRADLEY RAMSEY