Information, Referral, Resources
WA211 (wa211.org) is the provider for DSHS TBI Information and Referral Services.
Information and Referral, also known as I&R, provides information about services and assists in connecting with the supportive resources and services they are seeking.
The first step to getting SUPPORT and getting CONNECTED to the best local resources for your needs. With dozens of agencies and organizations – where do you start?
Washington 2-1-1 is a free confidential service accessed by:
- CALL 2-1-1 or (877) 211-9274 or online Wa211.org
A person is connected with a Community Resource Specialist who is trained to actively listen and understand the person’s needs for access to more than 30,000 resources. Community Resource Specialist can link to existing public, private, and local area services.
WA211 Information and Referral - Help is just a contact away - YouTube
Three Ways to Connect - Assistance When You Need it (youtube.com)
Call 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Seek help during a crisis, emotional support, referrals, and resources. Depression, suicidal thoughts, and other mental health concerns can affect anyone.
TBI Events and Resources
TBI Events Portal Information about no cost training, workshops, events opportunities, and other resource links for past and upcoming events.
TBI Publications, Fact Sheets, Handouts | DSHS (wa.gov)
TBI Education and Training | DSHS (wa.gov)
TBI BH ECHO – Connecting Frontline Providers with Experts (uw.edu) ECHO connects service providers and professionals with virtual trainings to support patients, clients, caregivers, and families. Trauma-informed interactive learning with experts in TBI case consultation and care coordination. Monthly online clinic held 1st and 3rd Fridays 12-1:30 pm.