HARRISBURG — Through PA 2-1-1, the United Way of Pennsylvania, the Pennsylvania AFL-CIO, and the American Federation of Government Employees District 3, have launched a text code initiative which will provide information and updates aimed to help impacted workers cope with the shutdown.

This service will connect federal government employees and contractors who are impacted by the partial federal government shutdown to community resources such as assistance with food, utilities, housing, etc. This initiative will be available throughout the shutdown.

People should text FEDSD to 898-211 to receive updates and information through 2-1-1 via text. The text code will be active throughout the shutdown. When FEDSD is texted to 898-211 it will direct subscribers to specific resources and how to connect with a 2-1-1 center if their need is urgent. The 2-1-1 is a 24/7/365 service that connects people to community organizations who can help with their health and human service needs.

Statewide and/or regional resources are also being collected by this coalition and are available on the Government Shutdown Resources web page.