NCUW offers help through 2-1-1 service

More resources available through quick referral service

     The Nacogdoches County United Way has recently incorporated a new referral service into their process of finding help. 2-1-1 is a free and confidential referral service that guides people to the help they need. It is available 24 hours a day and takes only a few minutes to find the help you need. 2-1-1 reaches approximately 270 million people nationwide and its effective service provides a "one-stop" service for vital information specific to your situation. They provide trained professionals that search your area to find help closest to your location that are pertaining to your situation.

     The mission of 2-1-1 is "to ensure that 2-1-1 is excellent, everywhere and always" with their goal being superior service and ensured help in your area of need. This service offers help in the following areas: basic human needs resource, physical and mental health resources, employment support, support for older Americans and persons with disabilities, support for children/youth and families, volunteer opportunities, and donations. 

     If you're in need of help, call 2-1-1 to receive referrals to those that can help. For more information, visit www.211us.org for general information or www.211.org to learn about your local 2-1-1.

FREE financial classes starting Friday!

NASAC provides free financial classes during the summer for the public

       The Nacogdoches Area Service Agency Council (NASAC) under the umbrella of the Nacogdoches County United Way was created in response to individuals in the Nacogdoches community who have repeating or perpetual needs for services. The vision of NASAC is to create a council of funded and non-funded service agencies that offers an approach for community members to achieve financial and life stability. NASAC aspires to educate the community on proper habits to successfully acquire financial independence by implementing the principles of saving, financial recovery, banking fundamentals and more.  

       The free financial classes will begin Friday, June 7, 2013 and will continue until Monday, July 8, 2013. They will be held at the Judy B. McDonald library and will range from 2-4 hours long. Childcare and meals are provided. The classes will benefit all people so anyone is welcome to attend!

       Space is limited, so sign up today! For more information or to RSVP contact Ellen Denney at (936) 564-3538 or Joshua Moore at (936) 632-8838.