2-1-1 In the News
San Diego County's Hotline for Health Care
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April 24, 2003 |
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"The 211 number would work in much the same way as 911, but for non-emergency help.
"Why is this important? Think for a moment about a situation when you or someone you know may be: scared about a bioterrorism warning; in need of options for an elderly parent who can't live alone, is disabled and in need of transportation; frightened for a child suggesting suicide; looking for a way out of an abusive relationship, or seeing signs of drug abuse in the life of a teenager. Perhaps someone wants to know how to help others following a disaster. These scenarios can describe almost any of us in San Diego County, regardless of age or income.
"Bold and accelerated action on 211 is essential in San Diego County in order to meet public needs, make the most of our investments in services, and prepare for disasters."
Greg Cox is a member of the county Board of Supervisors. Ken Colling, the former head of Kaiser Permanente Health Plan and Hospitals in San Diego, was a member of San Diego’s First Five Commission (Proposition 10) and a founder of the Community Health Improvement Partners.
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