Call 2-1-1. It's not just a helpline, it's a lifeline.
In times of crisis, Indiana 2-1-1 is committed to being your most essential resource. Trained counselors are ready to take your confidential call right now -- 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
How can 2-1-1 help you?
If you need help finding a food pantry near you.
If you need help finding safe housing, receiving rent/mortgage support, and utilities payment assistance.
If you are seeking employment and education opportunities.
If you need information on health care, vaccinations and mental health services.
If you are a victim of domestic abuse and need somewhere to turn, safely and quickly.
If you need a referral for addiction and rehabilitation programs.
Do you need help preparing your taxes?
MyFreeTaxes helps people file their federal and state taxes for free. United Way is also proud to work with organizations throughout Central Indiana to administer the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program each spring.
Looking for assistance with your energy bills?
ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
Indiana 2-1-1 has notified its statewide network of partners that its dedicated phone line for energy assistance program inquiries is no longer available. Residents seeking help with the state’s Energy Assistance Program should contact their local county office, which is listed on the IHCDA website.
Here are the EAP county contacts in United Way's seven-county service area:
Boone County:
Area IV Agency on Aging and Community Action Programs, Inc
(765) 447-7683, ext. 232
Hamilton County:
Area IV Agency on Aging and Community Action Programs, Inc
(317) 842-2603
Hancock County:
Interlocal Community Action Program, Inc.
(317) 462-2557
Hendricks County:
Area IV Agency on Aging and Community Action Programs, Inc
(765) 447-7683, ext. 265
Marion County:
John H. Boner Neighborhood Centers
(317) 808-2378
Morgan County:
South Central Community Action Program, Inc.
(765) 342-1518
Putnam County:
Western Indiana Community Action Agency, Inc.
(812) 443-0122
The state’s Energy Assistance Program provides a one-time annual benefit that can assist low-income Hoosiers with the high cost of home energy and helps those who are about to get disconnected.