Brown County residents encouraged to sign up for text alerts

ABERDEEN, S.D. (Press Release) – 2-1-1 text alerts available to Brown County residents

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 211 Helpline Center provides up-to-date information, assistance in finding food or other basic essential needs, and connects volunteers to those who need them. The 211 Helpline also provides a centralized location for organizations and businesses to list available assistance, closures and cancellations, and program restrictions.

Brown County residents are encouraged to sign up for 211 text alerts:

Text 85511 and type AlertBrown

The Brown County 211 Helpline Center provides up-to-date information, assistance in finding food or other basic essential needs, and mental health resources. It also provides a centralized location for organizations and businesses to list available assistance, closures and cancellations, and program restrictions.

211 provides a 24/7 hotline which is connected to a trained team that is able to provide up-to-date information. Here are four ways to connect with 211:

 

The Helpline Center also offers translation services for phone calls and online resources.

When individuals contact 211, they can expect a professionally trained staff that will:

  • help connect people to food resources and other basic needs
  • listen and support all people during their time of need

Brown County organizations can also submit resources and events to 211 by completing this online form.