211 Maryland president and CEO, Quinton Askew, talks with 98Rock about summer meal programs for children and other ways the nonprofit can support the community’s needs.
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“By calling us at 2-1-1 we can help them identify where these programs are through the summer food program,” Askew said.
You can reach 2-1-1 any time of day by dialing 2-1-1 to get connected with essential resources.
[Editor’s Note: In this interview, there is a discussion about urgent mental health needs. If you need to talk, call or text 988. This is the new Suicide & Crisis Lifeline in Maryland.]
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