Basic Needs
Basic Needs
Every community needs a support system for individuals and families to turn to in urgent situations. United Way of the Capital Region supports services providing food, housing and utilities, child care, information and referral services, and language support.
Providing Help When its Needed Most
We support basic needs programs that cover:
- Food insecurity
- Emergency shelter and transitional housing
- Help with rent, heating and utility bills
- Information, referrals and case management
- Child care
- Interpretation and translation services
Basic Needs Results
provided to individuals in need.
received help with housing or utilities.
received information and referral to human service organizations.
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.
