Just as you would call 9-1-1 in an emergency, United Way of Central Massachusetts has partnered with other United Way’s across the state, to establish Mass 2-1-1 to help with non-life threatening needs. 2-1-1 is an easy to remember telephone number that connects callers to information about health and human services available in their community. It serves as a resource for finding government benefits and services, non-profit organizations, support groups, volunteer opportunities, donation programs, and other local resources. Calling 2-1-1 is: