Get help

Connecting with community services is as easy as dialing 2-1-1.

Together with Pocono Alliance, United Way of Pennsylvania, the Monroe County Admin Office and Family Service Association of Northeastern PA, United Way of Monroe County has established this one-stop information and referral service to easily provide access to customized human services in our community. More than ever, this resource will help eliminate guessing, unnecessary calls, confusion and feelings of helplessness by having residents reach out through this free, 3-digit telephone number.

Getting help

Whether it’s information about opioid abuse, availability of child care services, accessing homeless shelters, or assistance with an aging parent, Monroe County residents need only dial toll-free 2-1-1 to connect with a comprehensive database of local, state and federal health and human service programs available in our community. Trained caseworkers will be on hand to answer questions and refer individuals in need to services that are available. To get started, simply call 2-1-1, or visit http://www.poconoinfo.org

 

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program

United Way of Monroe County recently launched a Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. The program provides FREE tax preparation for low-to-moderate income families in Monroe County (households earning $54,000 or less per year). Click here to schedule your VITA appointment or for more information about using this service.

United Way of Monroe County is also currently looking for volunteers to assist in the program. Training is provided and scheduling is flexible! For more information on volunteering for the VITA program, click here.

 

Summer Meal Program

If you are looking for information on Summer Meal Programs in Monroe County, download this document with detailed information on locations, times and eligibility for all the summer meal programs in Monroe County. We will be updating this list if there are any changes. You can also access this information by dialing 2-1-1 and talking through which locations might be best suited for your children.