February 11, also known as 211 Day, is a time to learn what dialing 2-1-1 can do for you when you need help. The one stop call center serves as a hub that connects those in need with a variety of services and resources. From heating assistance to food resources and beyond, if you require help, 211 can be that support.

The free service is available 24/7/365. 211 offers 180 languages and is completely confidential.

World Cancer Day originated February 4, 2000 at the World Summit Against Cancer for the New Millennium in Paris. 23 years later the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) is still working to unite the cancer community and reduce cancer rates globally.



A three-year campaign called “Close the Care Gap” has been in full swing since 2022. This year, the campaign focuses on uniting voices and taking action because so many people don’t receive adequate care and/or are forced into massive amounts of debt due to medical bills.

Cambria and Somerset County housing resource list updated

As you may recall, a Housing Symposium was held in November 2021, as a forum for agencies to share information on housing assistance programs available in Cambria and Somerset Counties. As an outgrowth of that Symposium, Housing Resource Sheets were developed for social service agencies and individuals to navigate housing resources in our community. The documents have been updated with the most recent information provided by agencies. Please share with your agencies, coworkers and anyone else who could benefit from this information. 

Wellness Wednesdays brings resources to Johnstown Housing Authority communities

The 1889 Jefferson Center for Population Health (CPH) and the Cambria County Drug Coalition (CCDC) are joining forces to bring resource information to individuals living in the Johnstown Housing Authority communities with “Wellness Wednesdays”. 

Organizations are invited to attend these events to provide information on resources available to help address their health and human service needs.  

In addition, Highlands Health will provide COVID-19 Pfizer boosters for members of the public ages 12 and older. Individuals who receive a first dose vaccine or booster at these events will also receive a $50 Giant Eagle gift card. Vaccine card showing dates of previous vaccinations must be shown at time of receiving booster.

The events are open to the public.

If your organization would like to be a part of these new events, contact allison.byers@jefferson.edu.