*** LOOK FOR THE HELPERS ***
Some of you may recall that, before I got sick all those years ago, I was working to create a nationwide resource for various local services. I even had this very domain. It looks like Aunt Bertha merged with another platform.
https://findhelp.org/
211.org is another tool to find assistance.
Reminder to also stay connected to (and participate in, if possible) local mutual aid networks: https://www.mutualaidhub.org
It's about to get MUCH worse out there for a lot of people, and the various needs are going to feel overwhelming.
If you know of local resources that aren't at the findhelp.org site, consider contacting them to have it added. If you know of other tools/platforms that aggregate services, feel free to add.
It's useful to have a go-to tool; when people are in crisis, it's hard to think clearly so we can assist by searching for them. I'm already seeing so many moms with babies absolutely panicking.
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