211 Broward

With just one call, 2-1-1 Broward empowers Broward County residents by providing 24/7 emotional support, crisis/suicide intervention, advocacy, needs assessment, information and referrals to all community resources that address their personal, family and financial needs.

IN THIS ISSUE
The Homeless Situation
What's Happening
Leadership

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QUICK STATS 
 November 2011 


Incoming Calls: 9,980
*  

Referrals: 
12,948

Senior Touchline Calls:
2,800

Follow-up Calls:  133

Intervention Calls:  
9
 
Domestic Violence
Calls:
  78

 
HPRP Re-calls: 13
 
Homeless Waitlist: 
223 Families
 
Advocacy Calls: 15
 
 *53.2% of calls related to basic needs

For more info on call data visit our site click here.
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 from 2-1-1 Broward  

This holiday season, our thoughts turn to those we serve and to those who have made our work possible. In this spirit we say ... thank you and may the gift of love, peace and happiness be yours now and throughout the new year.  

THE SITUATION
More Families in Broward Need of Shelter 
Homelessness is a significant problem in Broward County. On any given night, more than 200 families find themselves in need of adequate shelter. According to 2-1-1 Homeless Helpline Manager Stanley Stubbs, "over the past few months we've seen a steady increase in the number of families on the homeless wait list. Historically, we do see an increase during the holidays, but this year we have reached an all time high."

"2-1-1 serves as the gateway for families into the homeless system. We work in collaboration with the Hope South Florida Action Program, Broward County Housing Options Program, Salvation Army, Susan B Anthony Center, Women in Distress of Broward County and a myriad of other organizations to place as many families as possible, but there simply aren't enough resources available," Stubbs said.

Community resources are lacking, so the Homeless Helpline has developed a system which identifies and prioritizes families in the most critical living situations. In doing this, 211 seeks to utilize available resources in the best way possible..

READ MORE about how this works and how you can help. For more information, please contact Laurie Sallarulo at 954-390-0493.
WHAT'S HAPPENING
You're Invited!! 2nd Annual BankAtlantic Non-Profit Academy Awards!!
Who will be this year's Non-Profit Leader of the year? What agency will be recognized for their innovative work? Nominees in each category will be revealed at the VIP Announcement Party on January 24, 2012 at a private estate. VIP guests will include all award applicants, this year's sponsors, current CLUB2-1-1 members and last year's honorees.

Three nominees in each of the six organization and leader categories will be selected by the judges. In addition, one non-profit leader dedicated to advancing the work of non-profits for over 20 years will be honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award.

The winners will be announced in true academy awards style at the main event hosted by Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, on Friday, February 24, 2012.

Sponsorship opportunities are still available. For information or to register to attend, please call 954-390-0493 or www.211-broward.org.
LEADERSHIP 
211 logo Meet Community Activist Ronnie Oller
It is rare to meet someone possessing the experience and expertise of 2-1-1 board member Ronnie Oller. Ronnie is a nationally recognized community activist who has been serving communities in Florida for 20 plus years. In 2007, she received a Presidential Service award for her over 4,000 hours of community service. In 2008, she received the Woman of the Year award for her work in women's health. Ronnie has served in many volunteer capacities and is widely recognized as a champion of women's health, child development, and disease research.
 
Her remarkable history and experience make her a perfect fit for 2-1-1 Broward's board of directors. "Ronnie truly gets what 2-1-1 is all about and is an active member of the board. She is always willing to do whatever she can to make each 2-1-1 event and initiative successful," Board Chair Greg Haile said.  Read more