2-1-1 Minnesota is a statewide information and referral system that makes free and confidential referrals for all citizens while maintaining an exhaustive database of health and human services. 2-1-1 Northwest is a regional operational hub of the 2-1-1 Minnesota network. The counties served are Kittson, Mahnomen, Marshall, Norman, Pennington, Polk, Red Lake, Roseau, Becker, Otter Tail, Wadena, Stevens, Traverse, Clay, Hubbard, Douglas, Pope, Grant and Wilkin Counties. The purpose of this system is to provide information about community services, link people with programs and agencies, assist communities in identifying unmet needs and offering a caring and effective referral. The 2-1-1 Northwest Program may be accessed by dialing 2-1-1, 1-800-543-7709 or 218-736-2856. You may also access the web for information at www.211.org