Basic Needs
Basic Needs
Every community needs a support system for individuals and families to turn to in urgent and crisis situations. United Way of the Capital Region supports programs and services to help vulnerable individuals and families.
Providing Help When its Needed Most
We support basic needs programs that cover:
- Food insecurity
- Domestic violence shelters and legal assistance
- Homeless shelters and transitional housing
- Emergency services including food, clothing and shelter following a disaster; help with heating and utility bills, rent, medications, and transportation to help individuals get and stay employed
- Information, referrals and case management
Basic Needs Results
provided to individuals in need.
and children received shelter.
and near homeless individuals received legal assistance.
Do You Need Help?
Get help now by calling 211.
211 specialists can connnect you with a wide range of services. Get help with food, clothing, crisis and emergency counseling, disaster relief and more. The service is free, confidential and accessible 24/7.
Call 211 or text your zip code to 898211.
Volunteer Opportunities
Help make a difference in your community through our volunteer opportunities.
Access to Health Care
Our Contact to Care pilot project connects people with community health workers to help them get the care they need.
