Delaware Crisis Resources
Alma is not an emergency service. If you or someone you know is in crisis or needs immediate help, please use the list of resources below. Caring professionals are available to provide you with support and understanding.
24-hour hotlines
Organization Name |
Service Type |
Contact Information |
Services offered: Free, 24/7 help for those who are in crisis or experiencing distress. Who they serve: Anyone. For more national resources, see National Crisis Resources. |
Call or text 988 to reach a live representative
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Northern Delaware Hotline |
For individuals within Northern Delaware experiencing a mental health of substance abuse crisis. Service: 24-hour crisis hotline, mobile crisis services, referrals and support. |
Call: 1-800-652-2929 |
Southern Delaware Hotline |
For individuals within Southern Delaware experiencing a mental health of substance abuse crisis. Service: 24-hour crisis hotline, mobile crisis services, referrals and support. |
Call: 1-800-345-6785 |
Delaware Guidance Services for Children and Youth |
For children and teens (aged 2-18) who are experiencing mental health crisis or have experienced trauma. Service: 24-hour crisis response. |
Call: 1-800-969-4357 |
The Delaware Coalition Against Domestic Violence (DCADV) |
For individuals in 3 counties in Delaware experiencing a domestic violence crisis.
Service: 24-hour domestic violence hotline |
For individuals in New Castle County : 1-302-762-6110
For individuals in Kent & Sussex Counties: 1-302- 422-8058
For individuals in Abriendo Puertas: 1-302-745-9874 |
Contact Lifeline
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For individuals experiencing mental health crisis.
Service: 24-hour crisis helpline, information and referrals and crisis counseling. |
Call: 1-800-262-9800 |
Other resources
Organization Name |
Service Type |
Contact Information |
Recovery Innovation Recovery Response Center |
Offers 24-hour facility-based crisis services for adults experiencing mental health or substance abuse crisis. |
Call: 1-302-318-6070 |
Mobile Crisis Intervention Services, Southern Delaware |
Offers crisis intervention services 23 hours a day to individuals living in Sussex County or Kent County. |
Call: 1-800-345-6785 |
Delaware Guidance Services for Children & Youth, Inc. |
Offers statewide youth crisis response services for individuals who have identified to be at risk of harm to themselves or others, have experienced recent trauma, or are experiencing mental health challenges. |
Call: 1-800-969-4357 |