211 maine is a confidential resource available by phone, text, or online that connects those who need help and those who provide help.

Mental Health

211 maine is a partnership with the united ways of maine, the state of maine department of health and human services, and the opportunity alliance as the contact center partner. 211 maine connects people to resources such as heating and utilities assistance, access to food pantries, housing and shelter, and mental health services through a toll-free telephone number (211), a text option (898-211) and a robust online directory at 211maine. Org. Specialists assess the person's needs and refer them to help 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, utilizing a statewide database of more than 8,000 resources. Last year, 211 maine call specialists answered approximately 45,092 calls, providing information and referral services.