Mental Health and Prevention
For more information about Recovery and Substance Prevention please see our Agencies Page.
Helpful Agencies
Delaware 2-1-1
Delaware 2-1-1 provides Delaware families with one central resource to help access health and human services across the state. They are a free and confidential service that anyone can use to help meet their needs. Click here to visit their website and learn more.
The National Alliance on Mental Illness
NAMI Delaware supports, educates and advocates for people with severe and persistent mental illness in Delaware. NAMI Delaware provides resources and services to everyone across the state. Visit their website to learn more about what they offer.
New National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Phone Number
Starting on July 16, 2022 the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (1-800-273-8255) will transition to an easy-to-remember 3 digit number: 988
Current Teen Data
Educational Resources
Download this PowerPoint about Teen Mental Health.
The Get Experience in Mindfulness Curriculum offers tools for both youth and adults to enhance emotional wellness. For more information visit http://udel.edu/extension/gem or call Karen Johnston, 302-490-1583
Eating Disorder Awareness
National Eating Disorders Awareness Week (NEDA Week) is an annual campaign to educate the public about the realities of eating disorders, and to provide hope, support, and visibility to individuals and families affected by eating disorders.
Check out this Eating Disorder Flyer to learn more:
Addiction Recovery Resources