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
Our basic needs support programs 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
655,525
Meals
provided to individuals in need. This is double the amount provided in 2019.
1,206
Individuals
received emergency shelter and help to secure transitional housing.
8,156
People
received help with medications, food, transportation, and rent to avoid eviction.
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.
