2-1-1 is an easy-to-remember and universally recognizable telephone number
that makes a critical connection between individuals and families in need and
the appropriate community based organizations and government agencies. 2-1-1 is
a non-profit health and human services information and referral line (I&R)
currently available in only a few jurisdictions. On July 21, 2000, the Federal
Communications Commission approved a petition filed by United Way of America and
The Alliance of Information and Referral Systems and others requesting national
designation of 2-1-1 for health and human services information and referral.
United Way provides comprehensive information & referral service to
individuals and agencies in the top 26 counties of the Texas Panhandle through
the 2-1-1 network.
2-1-1 Texas is information and referral services with a personal
touch. Calls are answered by friendly, trained specialists with a database of
community services at their fingertips.
Assistance with needs such as:
- Rent and Utility Assistance
- Transportation
- Health & Mental Health Services
- Food, Clothing & Shelter
- Child, Family & Elder Services
- Consumer Assistance
- Emergency Services
- Legal Services
- Support Groups
- Education
- .....and much more
All information and referrals are free, confidential, and aimed at connecting
those who need help with the most appropriate resources available.
United Way is a member of the Texas Alliance of Information and
Referral Services (TAIRS) and its National affiliate, the Alliance of
Information and Referral Services (AIRS).
Soon, you will be able to access all information and referral data-- a list
of over 1000 human service organizations in Amarillo and Canyon-- through our
website. Until then, if you need information regarding services from other
nonprofits, please feel free to call 2-1-1.
Contact Us:
2-1-1 Texas
200 S. Tyler
Amarillo, TX 79101
2-1-1 or (806)373-2662
Fax: (806)345-7981
kimber@unitedwayama.org
Phones answered 24 hours a day
Tyler Street Resource Center
Open Monday - Friday: 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Dayroom open Saturday, Sunday, and holidays: 7:30 am-3:30 pm
Community Resource Directory
The Community Resource Directory is a comprehensive compilation of services provided in the top 26 counties of the Texas Panhandle. The information is organized by agencies and their programs. Each program is affiliated to various keywords and geographical locations that can be accessed through user defined searches.
Agency and program information includes telephone number, address, fax, person in charge, eligibility requirements, hours of operation, languages spoken and a summary of services provided. The directory is a valuable tool for providing information on health and human services.
Directory on Disk
System requirement minimum:
The minimum requirements for windows version are the same as the operating system itself. Windows 3.1 must be running in enhanced mode. (386 or higher processor)
Cost:
2005 Community Resource Directory (hard copy):
$30.00
2005 Directory on Disk:
$30.00 for the first one year user license ($10 per year after) and $10.00 for each additional user.
