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HERO HELP Addiction Assistance
📱 302-395-2811
https://www.newcastlede.gov/1266/HERO-HELP-Program
Provides drug and/or alcohol addiction treatment to qualifying adults who contact the police and ask for treatment
Help is Here: Addiction & Substance Abuse
https://www.helpisherede.com/addiction
crisis hotlines
See "Emergency/Crisis Hotlines" for more information
prevention
treatment & recovery
support groups
Harm Reduction Vending Machine locations
finding health care providers
community partners
Local Support by Phone
Delaware Hope Line: 📱 833-9-HOPEDE (833-946-7333)
Free 24/7 coaching and support as well as links to mental health, addiction, and crisis services
Prevention Helpline: 📱 302-633-2680
Delaware Goes Purple
https://delawaregoespurple.org/
substance abuse information
Delaware Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services
https://delaware.gov/guides/health-services/
crisis intervention services
prevention services
peer support programs
Gambling Problems
confidential helpline 📱 888-850-8888
text 302-438-8888
Delaware Quitline
help for adults who want to quit smoking
Delaware 211 "Substance Abuse"
https://delaware211.org/resources/substance-use/
hotlines
assessment and treatment
support groups
ongoing support & housing
New Castle County Sports and Athletics
New Castle County Outreach and Intervention Programs
https://www.newcastlede.gov/2499/Outreach-and-Intervention-Program
outreach services to youth in underserved communities
Community Sports and Programs
Resources available to families
food items
seasonal clothing
youth employment
Youth Workforce Development Program
New Castle County Police & Paramedic Summer Youth Program
Ruth Balick Distribution Center
📱 302-652-0969
https://www.ministryofcaring.org/services/support-services/
clothing
furniture
household items
Delaware 211 Clothing Resources
📱 2-1-1
https://delaware211.org/resources/clothing/
The Pierre Toussaint Dental Office
Delaware Oral Health Program
Information below needs to be updated:
St Clare Medical Outreach
701 North Clayton Street, Wilmington, DE 19805
A cooperative project between St. Francis Hospital and the Ministry of Caring, St. Clare Medical Outreach brings basic medical care to the uninsured. St. Francis Hospital provides a full-time physician, a registered nurse, a bilingual medical assistant and a driver for the 34½-foot custom van that travels to the poor at Ministry of Caring sites and in other neighborhoods in Wilmington, Delaware. Two examination rooms are available for walk-in services. Referrals are made as needed to various volunteer doctors of specialized medicine. When patients are referred to St. Francis Hospital in Wilmington, the hospital incurs the expense of any ensuing diagnostic tests and hospitalizations
Delaware "Education"
Medical Emergencies 📱 9-1-1
Suicide Prevention Hotline 📱 9-8-8
Crisis Hotline 📱 9-8-8
National Crisis Text Line: text HOME to 741741
Mental Health Emergencies 📱 9-8-8
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 📱 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
National Crisis Text Line: text HOME to 741741
State of Delaware’s 24-Hours Suicide Intervention Hotline:
Northern Delaware 📱 800-652-2929
Southern Delaware 📱 800-345-6785
Crisis Intervention Service
Northern Delaware 📱800-652-2929
Southern Delaware 📱800-345-678
Free 24/7 crisis counseling by phone, or when needed by mobile response, to address urgent and emergent behavioral health needs
Youth Crisis Support
Call 📱800-969-4357
Text: DE to 741741
Crisis intervention services are available 24/7 for children under 18. Parents and caregivers are connected with a trained crisis clinician to develop a plan to address concerns and identify resources.
Above resources from: https://www.helpisherede.com/mental-health#get-help
Delaware Emergency Notification System (DENS)
real-time emergency alerts
New Castle County Emergency Information
📱 302-395-2700
https://www.newcastlede.gov/164/Emergency-Information
Emergency Shelters
Shelter in Place/Evacuate
Emergency Evacuation Routes
What to do in case of an emergency?
radio stations that broadcast emergency information
other methods of communication during an emergency
New Castle County Emergency Management
📱 302-395-2700
https://www.newcastlede.gov/154/Emergency-Management
emergency information
planning for severe weather
New Castle County Emergency Medical Services - Paramedics
Prepare Delaware
Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA)
📱 302-659-DEMA (3362)
https://www.dema.delaware.gov/
to host an emergency preparedness presentation for your community or organization, email Outreach.DEMA@Delaware.gov
make a plan
make a kit
stay informed
School Safety Program
Emergency Management Training
Community Emergency Response Team
Emergency Services and Response Teams
Mental Health & Crisis Support
Shelters & Evacuation Support
Utility & Infrastructure Report
individual assistance
public assistance
how to report damage
Emergency Planning Tools and Resources
links to additional sites
Delaware Flood Planning and Adaptation
Job Placement Center through the Ministry of Caring
Youth Employment Opportunities
Safe Kids Program
https://dhss.delaware.gov/dph/ems/safekids/
Car Seat Fitting Locations
Delaware 2-1-1 "Utility Assistance"
Food Bank of Delaware
📱 302-292-1305 (Newark)
community pantries
mobile pantries
health pantries
home delivery
food for seniors
weekend meals
nutrition & WIC
Locations & Contact Information of Community Food Pantries
Food Bank of Delaware
📱 302-292-1305 (Newark)
community pantries
mobile pantries
health pantries
home delivery
food for seniors
weekend meals
nutrition & WIC
financial coaching
job training
Locations & Contact Information of Community Food Pantries
Delaware211 "Food Resources"
📱 211
https://delaware211.org/resources/food/
food assistance programs
food pantries/take-home food
holiday meals
meals
New Castle County Outreach and Intervention Programs
https://www.newcastlede.gov/2499/Outreach-and-Intervention-Program
outreach services to youth in underserved communities
Food items available to families
City Fare Meals On Wheels through Saint Anthony’s Community Center
📱 302-421-3734
meals to homebound elderly and disabled person in New Castle County
City Fare Dining Room Location through Saint Anthony’s Community Center
📱 302-421-3734
If a person is not considered homebound, but would like to enjoy a freshly prepared meal, visit a City Fare dining room location
Newark Senior Center Meals on Wheels
📱 302-737-5747
www.newarkseniorcenter.com/meals-on-wheels-clients
Only serves Newark, Delaware
homebound clients
Meals on Wheels
https://mealsonwheelsde.org/ en español: https://mealsonwheelsde.org/inscribase-para-recibir-comidas/
General Information
New Castle County Emergency Medical Services - Paramedics
https://www.newcastlede.gov/341/EMS
for seniors & disabled residents
Delaware Health Services: Health and Wellness
https://delaware.gov/guides/health-services/ then go to "General Health and Wellness"
health and wellness programs
health and wellness services for families
disease prevention management and care
health insurance information
wellness, fitness, nutrition information
family planning and health care resources
Healthcare Connections
https://dhss.delaware.gov/dph/dpc/chap/
ensures access to medical services for uninsured individuals
Delaware WIC program
Delaware 211 "Medical Care in Delaware"
📱 2-1-1
https://delaware211.org/resources/medical-care/
community clinics
dentistry
health insurance assistance
prescription expense assistance
New Castle County Development and Housing
https://www.newcastlede.gov/456/Community-Development-Housing
Home Repair Programs resources in Spanish
Emergency/Minor Home Repair Loan Program
Senior Housing Repair Program
Senior Tree Removal Program
Architecture Accessibility Program
installation of ramps, grab bars, bathroom modifications,...
New Castle County Housing Authority
Delaware Housing Search
Delaware 211 "Housing Assistance"
New Castle County Flood Protection
Housing Opportunities of Northern Delaware (HOND)
📱 302-429-0794
Pre-Purchase Counseling
Mortgage Delinquency
Nondelinquency Counseling
Post-Purchase Counseling
Reverse Mortgage Counseling
Community Legal Aid Society, Inc. (CLASI)
📱 302-575-0660
Provides free civil (non-criminal) legal services to vulnerable and underserved Delawareans
Delaware Legal Help Link
help people with civil legal problems in Delaware find the best help for their situation
Delaware Volunteer Legal Services
Local practices and agencies provided here are for reference purposes but have not been approved or vetted by church leaders or Family Services. See Brother Dan Hoover or your bishop for recommendations more particular suited to needs of church members.
Help is Here: Mental Health
https://www.helpisherede.com/mental-health
get help crisis hotlines
See "Emergency/Crisis Phone Numbers"
support groups
suicide resources
additional resources
Local Support by Phone
Delaware Hope Line: 📱 833-9-HOPEDE (833-946-7333)
Free 24/7 coaching and support as well as links to mental health, addiction, and crisis services
Prevention Helpline: 📱 302-633-2680
Delaware211 Mental Health
📱 211
https://delaware211.org/resources/mental-health/
crisis hotlines
counseling and therapy
programs and treatment centers
Psychology Today
free search tool to locate local providers
See "Suicide Prevention Hotlines" for more information
The information below has not been updated
DCYSF: Division of Prevention and Behavioral Health Services
Parent Information Center of Delaware
An organization to provide support to parents of children with disabilities or special healthcare needs. All PIC services to families are provided at no cost. Help in navigating resources, school accommodations and even just talking you through when things get tough.
If you or someone you know needs help, call our Crisis Hotline at📱: (800) 969-HELP
A.I. DuPont ER: Will take child crisis cases
Stress Management Resources
Information Below has not been updated
Local practices and agencies provided here are for reference purposes but have not been approved or vetted by church leaders or Family Services. See Brother Dan Hoover or your bishop for recommendations more particular suited to needs of church members.
A document of local practices/agencies can be found here.
Description: Provides individual, couples and family counseling, psychological and educational testing, play therapy, grief counseling and more
Locations:
Newark: 1400 Peoples Plaza, Suite 204, Newark, DE 19702
Wilmington: 1500B/1500A Shallcross Avenue, Suite 2A/1A, Wilmington, DE 19806
Website: https://www.alliedbehavioralhealthde.com
Contact Info:
Newark: 302-832-1282, ext. 200
Wilmington: 302-832-1282, ext. 202
Description: Provides Opioid Treatment Programs (OTPs), individual, group and family counseling, intensive outpatient programs (IOP) and integrated specialty services
Locations:
Newark: 24 Brookhill Drive, Newark, DE 19702
Wilmington: 2713 Lancaster Avenue, Wilmington, DE 19805
Website: https://www.brandywinecounseling.com
Contact Info:
Newark: 302-454-3020 (Newark Treatment Center)
Wilmington: 302-656-2348 (Lancaster Avenue Treatment Center); 302-472-0381 (RISE Adolescent Program- New Castle County)
Description: Provides screenings, evaluations, referrals, mental health services, transportation and more
Locations:
DSAMH Central Office: 14 Central Avenue, New Castle, DE 19720
Hope Center: 365 Airport Road, New Castle, DE 19720
Website: https://www.helpisherede.com
Contact Info:
DSAMH Central Office: 302-255-1650
Hope Center: 302-544-6815
Description: Provides outpatient counseling, community based outpatient counseling for children, pregnancy counseling, CORE II program
Location: 2601 W. 4th Street, Wilmington, DE 19805
Website: https://www.ccwilm.org/behavioral-health-services
Contact Info: 302-655-9624
Description: Provides non-residential mental health services for children and families, including outpatient counseling, school-based counseling, family-based mental health services, community-based trauma support services and more
Locations:
Newark: 261 Chapman Road, Suite 102, Newark, DE 19702
Wilmington: 1213 Delaware Avenue, Wilmington, DE 19806
Website: https://www.delawareguidance.org
Contact Info:
Newark: 302-455-9333
Wilmington: 302-652-3948
Description: Provides individual counseling, family therapy, play therapy, home-based therapy, group therapy, psychological assessment, substance abuse evaluation, medication evaluation and more
Location: 262 Chapman Road, Bellevue Building, Suite 100, Newark, DE 19702
Website: https://www.delawarepsychologicalservices.com
Contact Info: 302-703-6332
Description: Provides bilingual (English & Spanish) services, including individual therapy, couple therapy, parenting and family support, provider support and more
Location: 301 N. Van Buren Street, Wilmington, DE 19805
Website: https://stpaulscounseling.org
Contact Info: 302-576-4136
Description: Provides services for children, teens, adults, seniors and families, including individual counseling, family counseling, substance use counseling, psychiatry and more
Location: 99 Passmore Road, Wilmington, DE 19803
Website: https://www.jfsdelaware.org
Contact Info: 302-478-9411
Description: Provides comprehensive mental health treatment services for patients of all ages, including couples therapy, adult psychiatry, child and adolescent therapy and more
Locations:
Newark: 300 Biddle Avenue, Suite 207, Conner Building, Newark, DE 19702
Newark: 910 S. Chapel Street, Suite 102, Newark, DE 19713
Wilmington: 3521 Silverside Road, Suite 2F1, Quillen Building, Wilmington, DE 19810
Website: https://midatlanticbh.com
Contact Info: 302-224-1400
Description: Provides individual therapy, family therapy and medication management
Location: 204 Georges Alley, Smyrna, DE 19977
Website: http://peoplesplace2.com/programs-services/counseling-centers
Contact Info: 302-653-2341
Description: Provides individual therapy, couples counseling, divorce counseling, family counseling, marriage counseling, psychiatry services, psychological testing and more
Locations:
Newark: 850 Library Avenue, Suite #104, Newark, DE 19711
Wilmington: 300 Delaware Avenue, Suite #1205, Wilmington, DE 19801
Website: https://thriveworks.com
Contact Info:
Newark: 302-724-6662
Wilmington: 302-313-0236
Description: Provides individual, family and couples therapy, as well as substance abuse evaluations
Location: 314 E Main Street, Suite 402, Newark, DE 19711
Website: https://www.tranquilitycounselinginc.com
Contact Info: 302-636-0700
Description: Serving as a training site for graduate-level students in University of Delaware’s Clinical Psychology Program, the center provides mental health treatments for all age groups
Location: 203 W. Main Street, Newark, DE 19702
Contact Info: 302-831-2717
New Castle County Senior Services
https://www.newcastlede.gov/1607/Senior-Services
driver safety
free tax help
money management
Housing Services resources in Spanish
Senior Housing Repair Program
Senior Tree Removal Program
Architecture Accessibility Program
installation of ramps, grab bars, bathroom modifications,...
Emergency/Minor Home Repair Loan Program
Book Buddy Program through New Castle Libraries
Discounts on property taxes and sewer rates
fitness classes
arts and crafts
field trips
lunch service
Absolom Jones Senior Center
📱 302-995-7636
https://www.newcastlede.gov/491/Absalom-Jones-Senior-Center
Weekday meals
bus transportation to the center
provide health services and information
programs, games, fitness
shopping trips
New Castle Vial of L.I.F.E. (Life Saving Information for Emergencies) program
📱 302-395-8184
https://www.newcastlede.gov/360/Programs
for seniors & disabled residents
City Fare Meals On Wheels through Saint Anthony’s Community Center
📱 302-421-3734
meals to homebound elderly and disabled person in New Castle County
City Fare Dining Room Location through Saint Anthony’s Community Center
📱 302-421-3734
If a person is not considered homebound, but would like to enjoy a freshly prepared meal, visit a City Fare dining room location
Newark Senior Center Meals on Wheels
📱 302-737-5747
www.newarkseniorcenter.com/meals-on-wheels-clients
Only serves Newark, Delaware
homebound clients
Delaware Division of Social Services
https://dhss.delaware.gov/dss/index.html
Emergency Temporary Housing Assistance
Heating & Cooling Assistance
Food Supplement Program (SNAP/WIC)
Temporary Assistance (TANF)
Child Care
Summer EBT
Refugee Cash Assistance
Medicaid
Preventing Medicaid Fraud
Health Insurance
Free Tax Prep Services
Nehemiah Gateway: https://nehemiahgateway.org/tax-prep/
New Castle County Outreach and Intervention Programs
https://www.newcastlede.gov/2499/Outreach-and-Intervention-Program
outreach services to youth in underserved communities
Community Sports and Programs
Resources available to families
food items
seasonal clothing
youth employment
Latin American Community Center
📱 302-655-7338
The information below has not been updated
Delaware Health and Social Services (DHSS)
Social Workers from DHSS are available to meet with people in person at various local libraries. They can offer help with:
applying for food benefits
Medicaid
Long-term nursing care
childcare
home energy assistance
learning about other DHSS agencies
referrals to partner organizations
employment/training
📱: 302-622-4500
Help for low income families, elderly, disabled, and others
Floyd I. Hudson State Service Center
📱: 302-283-7500
Food pantry, clothing closet, and holiday gift giving program offered
Salvation Army
Delaware State Office
📱: 302-472-0700
New Castle County office
📱: 302-472-0750
Assistance offered during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter
Financial aid, food pantries, and other resources offered as well
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 📱 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
National Crisis Text Line: text HOME to 741741
State of Delaware’s 24-Hours Suicide Intervention Hotline:
Northern Delaware, 📱 800-652-2929
Southern Delaware, 📱 800-345-6785
Delaware 2-1-1 "Transportation"
Veteran's Crisis Hotline 📱 988 then press 1
Chat at VeteransCrisisLine.net/Chat
Text 838255
The information below has not been updated