Addison supports County’s ‘211’ launch

Addison Mayor Rich Veenstra (at podium) and DuPage County officials, including DuPage County Board Chair Dan Cronin (far right) launched the 211 health and human service telephone referral system at a press conference in Wheaton on Tuesday, Nov. 15. The Addison Consolidated Dispatch Center will serve as the receiving point for 211 calls in DuPage County. The service provides 24 hour-a-day referrals for local services including mental health, addiction support and rehabilitation, crisis counseling, supplemental food programs, shelter and affordable housing options, employment and education support, financial support and more.