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Local 211 system provides free and confidential services to help you find the local resources that you need, i.e. shelter, financial assistance. Visit the website answersplease.dc.gov or call (202) 463-6211 for more information.
Use the below chart to contact some of the frequently visited public health and safety agencies. If you do not know the government agency to call, dial 311 to reach the Citywide Call Center.
|
District Agency |
Telephone Number |
|---|---|
| Department of Disability Services (DDS) | (202) 730-1700 |
| Department of Health (DOH) | (202) 442-5955 |
| Department of Human Services (DHS) | (202) 671-4200 |
| Department of Mental Health (DMH) | (202) 673-7440 |
| Child and Family Services Agency (CFSA) | (202) 442-6100 |
| Fire and Emergency Medical Services (FEMS) | (202) 673-3320 |
| Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency (HSEMA) | (202) 727-6161 |
| Office on Aging | (202) 724-5626 |
| Office of Disability Rights (ODR) | (202) 724-5055 |
| Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) | (202) 727-9099 |
| Serve DC | (202) 727-7925 |
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- Emergency Prepardness Planning - Do1thing.com:
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- Emergency Preparedness Planning
- Types of Emergencies and How to Prepare
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