Commentary: Strengthening Marylanders’ Lifelines to Crucial Services

Quinton Askew, president and CEO of Maryland Information Network, which powers 211 Maryland, wrote a commentary for Maryland Matters about the significance of the 988 and 211 dialing codes. He shared ways they work together to support mental health and other essential needs and why further financial support is need to meet the growing demands of people seeking assistance.

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