On July 16, 2022, the new 988 crisis line launched nationwide. Here’s what you should be aware of if you or someone you know needs behavioral health crisis services in Delaware:
- Someone to talk to: The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline and Veterans Crisis Line can now be reached by simply calling or texting a three-digit number, 988, and can also still be accessed at the existing number 1-800-273-8255.
- Other crisis response: Use existing numbers for other hotlines and crisis services, especially if an in-person response is needed. For mobile crisis response call:
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- Adult Crisis Hotline: 1-800-652-2929 (Northern DE);
1-800-345-6785 (Southern DE) - Youth Crisis Hotline: 1-800-969-HELP (4357)
- Adult Crisis Hotline: 1-800-652-2929 (Northern DE);
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- For immediate danger: Call 911
If you need to speak with someone for mental health support, information, or referrals, but are not in crisis, you can call DSAMH’s Delaware HopeLine: 1-833-946-7333.
For more information, please visit: https://dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/988.html
