Larry is a 65-year-old Army veteran who lost a leg due to a drunk driver and then suffered a stroke. Despite his disabilities preventing him from working, his wife works, and they have always paid their bills on time.

However, their situation worsened when their car needed major repairs and their rent increased significantly. They fell behind on rent payments and sought assistance from a local rent relief program but received no response after two months. Thankfully, he called 211.

LARRY’S STORY ISN’T UNIQUE

Many responsible people like Larry encounter situations where they need a helping hand. But sometimes, knowing where to go for help and navigating the complexities of the system can be difficult.

With your help, we’re on the frontline helping people every day through United Way 211.

Last year, 211 received more than 50,000 requests for help. People can be connected to any of the more than 1,800 programs and 7,800 services in the Greater Cincinnati area, including housing assistance resources such as:

• Rent and mortgage assistance
• Homelessness
• Care shelters
• Senior housing
• Emergency assistance
• Tenant rights

Will you make a gift today so our neighbors can find the help they need during challenging times?

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