Nevada 211
Last updated August 2026
When you do not know which Nevada program to call, dial 2-1-1. It is free and confidential, and it connects you to a resource navigator. You reach it by dialing 2-1-1 from any Nevada phone, or by calling toll-free at 1-866-535-5654.
There is more than one way to connect. You can text your ZIP code to 898211 to get matched to nearby resources. You can also search online at nevada211.org or use the Nevada 211 apps.
Nevada 211 links you to the needs that often pile up together. It helps with housing, food, health care, and mental health. It also supports children, families, seniors, and people with disabilities.
The call center has set hours. It is open Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM Pacific time. When the call center is closed, you can still search for resources online at nevada211.org or on the Nevada 211 apps.
It is open to everyone, with no income test. Nevada 211 is a program of the Nevada Department of Human Services, run by United Way of the Midlands. It is an information and referral service, not a benefit you apply for.
Know what 211 is and is not. It points you to help. It does not pay your bills itself. The value is knowing which local agencies and funds near you have money or open intake right now, which changes month to month. So write down each referral and call it quickly.
Phone 1-866-535-5654
Help available in English and Spanish.
Updated August 2026 Program details can change — confirm with the program directly.
Who qualifies
- Available to everyone in Nevada; dial 2-1-1, call 1-866-535-5654, or text your zip code to 898211
You may qualify. The program makes the final decision.
How to apply
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Dial 2-1-1 from any Nevada phone, or call toll-free at 1-866-535-5654.
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Call Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM Pacific, when the call center is open.
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To reach help another way, text your ZIP code to 898211.
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When the call center is closed, search online at nevada211.org or use the Nevada 211 apps.
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Write down each referral's name and number, and call it quickly.
What the application looks like
Common questions
Is Nevada 211 free?
Yes. It is free and confidential, with no income test. Dial 2-1-1, call 1-866-535-5654, or text your ZIP to 898211.
What can 211 help with?
Housing, food, health care, and mental health, plus support for children, families, seniors, and people with disabilities.
What are the call center hours?
Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM Pacific time. When the call center is closed, you can still search online at nevada211.org or use the apps.
Can 211 pay my rent or utility bill?
No. It is a referral service, not a benefit you apply for. It connects you to the local agencies and funds that can help.
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