The following local and national resources are available to you in the event that you experience emotional discomfort or distress. In a serious emergency, remember that you can also call 911 for immediate assistance.
RESOURCES AT THE UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE
UD Center for Counseling & Student Development
UD’s center offers assistance for mental health by providing counselors and programs that are designed to contribute to the personal, educational and career development of our students
261 Perkins Student Center
M, Th, F: 8am-5pm; T, W: 8am-6pm
302-831-2141
UD Collegiate Recovery Community
UD’s Collegiate Recovery Community (CRC) is designed to be support based and student oriented. It is a resource for college students who are actively working to protect their sobriety and for students who have been impacted by the addiction of a close friend or family member. The CRC also plans events and activities focused on and supportive of recovery. Meetings are held on Thursday afternoons at 3pm at Student Wellness & Health Promotion.
231 S College Ave
302-831-3457
https://sites.udel.edu/collegiate-recovery/
Social Media: fb.com/UDCRC
Contact person: Jessica Estok Jestok@udel.edu
UD Student Wellness & Health Promotion
The UD Student Wellness & Health Promotion offers many different services ranging from crisis counseling, victim advocacy, alcohol and substance use counseling, and wellness education.
Hours: 8:30am – 4:30pm
231 S. College Ave.
302-831-3457
UD Student Health Services
UD Student Health Services is a care center that provides medical treatment and office consultation space for both outpatient and inpatient services
Outpatient Services – 8:00am-5:00pm (Monday through Friday)
Outpatient Nurse Consultation – 24 hours/7 days a week during the academic year, 8:00am- 5:00pm during summer and holiday breaks
Inpatient Services – 24 hours/7days a week during academic year, closed during summer, holiday breaks, and University holidays when residence halls are closed.
Laurel Hall (282 The Green)
302-831-2226
http://www1.udel.edu/studenthealth/index.html
UD Helpline
The UD Helpline is a 24/7/365 service where parents, faculty, and students can speak to a counselor whenever needed or if you want support even if you’re not in a crisis.
302-831-1001
udel.edu/counseling/ud-helpline/
OTHER RESOURCES IN DELAWARE
Brandywine Counseling & Community Services
Brandywine Counseling and Community Services is an organization that provides education, prevention, early intervention, treatment, and justice-involved services to people and families affected by mental illness, substance use, HIV and multiple occurring diagnosis, and their related challenges.
https://www.brandywinecounseling.com/contact/
Christiana Care Behavioral Health
Christiana Care Behavioral Health is a full-service health system that is able to provide the personalized care needed for effective treatment of mental illness.
https://christianacare.org/services/behavioralhealth/
Christiana Care Psychiatric Crisis Hotline
Connects to a Psychiatric Crisis Team, which is comprised of a group of specially trained registered nurses who are available 24 hours a day for emergency responses. The team offers immediate intervention for those in crisis because of psychiatric illness.
302-320-2118
Gaudenzia
Helps people affected by drug and alcohol dependency, mental illness and related conditions to achieve a better quality of life and become accountable individuals. Offers both in-patient and outpatient treatment services.
604 W. 10th Street
Wilmington, DE 19801
302-737-4100
atTAcK addiction
atTAcK addiction is a community group that educates and brings awareness to addiction as a disease, and to decrease the stigma that is often associated with this disease. It offers monthly support meetings in all three Delaware counties that are geared toward both those suffering from addiction and family members and friends who are affected by a loved one’s addiction.
http://www.attackaddiction.org/
AL-Anon
Al-Anon is a free support program for people who have been affected by someone else’s drinking.
Nar-Anon
Nar-Anon is a free support group for those who have been affected by someone else’s drug addiction.
State of Delaware Crisis Hotlines:
- Child Mental Health Crisis Hotline: 800-969-4357.
- Adult Mobile Crisis Hotline (New Castle County): 800-652-2929.
- Adult Mobile Crisis Hotline (Kent and Sussex Counties): 800-345-6785.
Delaware Health & Social Services
302-255-9040
Open Door, Inc.
Provides a comprehensive range of behavioral health services including mental health, substance abuse and psychosocial services throughout Delaware (New Castle, Kent and Sussex Counties).
Local address: 254 E Main St, Newark, DE 19711
302-731-1504
http://opendoorinc.holcomb-bhs.org/
NATIONAL RESOURCES
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources, and best practices for professionals.
1-800-273-8255
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)’s National Helpline
SAMHSA’s National Helpline offers a confidential way to find help and treatment for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders. The helpline is available in English and Spanish 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
1-800-662-HELP (4357)
https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Helpline
Available Monday through Friday from 10 AM to 6 PM EST, NAMI provides well-trained staff that answers questions, provides free information and referrals to treatment programs, support groups, and educational programs.
1-800-950-NAMI (6264)
ULifeline
An online resource for college mental health.
1-800-273-TALK (8255) or test “START” to 741-741
