COMMUNITY
RESILIENCY
IN FLOYD, POLK, & CHATTOOGA
17%
Households are food insecure
42%
Adults 65+ living alone
50%
Renters pay 30% or more of household income on housing costs
211 - YOUR ADVOCATE
As many households across FPC navigate changes in food benefits, energy assistance programs, and other vital resources, United Way and community partners are working together to make sure families have access to nutritious food and other support, so that no one is left behind.
211 is a free and confidential service connecting families to food, housing and other essential resources. But it's more than just a list of resources. It is a human connection to a caring specialist, to opportunity, and to hope. On the other side of your call to 211 is an advocate ready to walk alongside you through your challenges to help you find the answers you need to thrive again.
Available to talk from 9am - 5pm, Monday through Friday. Chat coming soon!
DISASTER RESILIENCE
We’re building resilient communities that are more connected, supportive and ready to respond to any challenge. United Way organizes resources, connects those in need with agencies that can help, coordinates volunteer efforts, grows funding and grant programs, bridges communication and leverages relationships to ensure our neighbors have the support they need to navigate challenging times and recover.
Together with nonprofits, faith-based groups, government agencies, and community partners, we are committed to safeguarding our communities. And before, during, and after disasters, our 211 HELPLINE is our communities’ go-to for information and resources.
MEDIATION CENTER
We envision a community where disputes are resolved through dialogue, understanding, and collaboration rather than litigation or escalation. Our newest pilot program seeks to promote constructive dialogue and peaceful resolution of conflicts by offering accessible, professional, voluntary mediation services to individuals, families, businesses, and community groups.
Community Mediation Centers change lives by resolving one dispute, one strained relationship at a time. Currently, there are 400+ community mediation programs operating around the country with
many more around the globe. United Way’s Community Mediation Center represents a commitment to FPC to be a resource in times of strife and to Build Bridges Through Mediation.