Delaware Addiction Hotlines and Resources
Free, confidential help for addiction is available in Delaware 24/7. This guide rounds up the key national and state hotlines, treatment locators, crisis lines, and overdose resources — and how to reach them.
Angela Robinson
If you or someone you love needs help with addiction in Delaware, free and confidential support is available 24/7. The SAMHSA National Helpline at 1-800-662-4357 offers treatment referrals, and 988 provides immediate crisis and suicide support. This guide rounds up the key national and Delaware resources and how to reach them.1
Key takeaways
- The SAMHSA National Helpline (1-800-662-4357) is free, confidential, and 24/7.
- 988 connects you to immediate crisis and suicide support.
- FindTreatment.gov locates licensed programs near you.
- In an overdose emergency, call 911 and use naloxone if available.
What are the most important hotlines?
| Resource | Contact | What it is for |
|---|---|---|
| SAMHSA National Helpline | 1-800-662-4357 | Free, confidential treatment referrals and information, 24/7 |
| 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline | Call or text 988 | Immediate help in a mental health or suicide crisis |
| Emergency services | 911 | Overdose or any life-threatening emergency |
| FindTreatment.gov | findtreatment.gov | Official locator for licensed treatment programs |
Where can you find treatment in Delaware?
SAMHSA's treatment locator lets you search licensed programs and filter by services, payment options, and location.2 You can also browse Delaware treatment centers directly to compare detox and other levels of care.
What if it is an emergency or overdose?
If someone is unresponsive, not breathing normally, or you suspect an overdose, call 911 immediately. If naloxone is available, administer it — it can reverse an opioid overdose and is increasingly available without a prescription. Stay with the person until help arrives.
What about cost and insurance?
Cost should not stop you from getting help. Delaware Medicaid covers addiction treatment for eligible residents, and many programs offer sliding-scale fees or payment plans. The SAMHSA Helpline can point you toward free and low-cost options.
How can you reach the 988 Lifeline?
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides 24/7, free, confidential support for people in distress, including those struggling with substance use or thoughts of suicide.3 You can call or text 988 from any phone, any time.
Getting connected in Delaware
Whether you need information, a referral, or immediate crisis help, these resources are a phone call away. When you are ready to compare programs, browse Delaware treatment centers.
For free, confidential help any time, call the SAMHSA National Helpline at 1-800-662-4357. If you or someone you love is in crisis, call or text 988.
Frequently asked questions
Sources
- SAMHSA. National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357). Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.
- SAMHSA. FindTreatment.gov — Find Treatment for Substance Use and Mental Health. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.
- SAMHSA. 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.