Safety isn’t a basic need. It’s fundamental. So we’ve partnered with the City of Philadelphia to make life-saving resources that much easier to find.
Whether you’re reporting gun violence in your neighborhood, seeking crisis intervention, or even domestic abuse resources, our 211 Specialists are available 24/7 to provide real-time support and connect you to violence prevention services in your community.
NEED HELP?
Dial 211 and Press option 3 or visit PA211 website for a full list of services and providers.
Download our ‘PA 211: Get Connected. Get Help.’ mobile app, which now includes a Violence Prevention feature.
support is just a call or text away
View the latest PSA with United Way’s Michael Waller, community outreach manager, and Councilmember Curtis Jones of the 4th District of Philadelphia
Connect to Help
Resources available through the 211 Violence Prevention Helpline include, but are not limited to:
Learn HOW TO connect to a 211 Resource Navigator
Services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, in over 150 languages. The Helpline is free and always confidential.
PHILADELPHIA: Call 211 (Option 3), text your zip code to 898-211, or visit pa211.org for live chat.
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