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Enhancing Community Health: The Role of 211 in Addressing Social Determinants

Across California, 211s are actively collaborating with local organizations to enhance community health initiatives. Their mission focuses on ensuring that individuals who receive care from health professionals and are referred to community services addressing social determinants of health—such as housing, nutrition, transportation, and mental health support—receive the assistance they need. By fostering a robust partnership network, 211 aims to track and measure the effectiveness of these referrals, ultimately leading to a process where the success of each connection is verified. This “closing the loop” approach not only strengthens our social safety net but also empowers communities to thrive by directly addressing critical needs. To learn more about the impact of social determinants on health, click here.

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