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  Category: Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health


DHSS Observes National Suicide Prevention Month

Delaware Health and Social Services | Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health | News | Date Posted: Thursday, September 5, 2024

DOVER – The Delaware Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) and a coalition of partners will elevate awareness about Delaware 988 — the state’s suicide and crisis lifeline — and foster a supportive community environment for mental health during September, National Suicide Prevention Month. DHSS has organized a Week of Action as part of […]




Delaware Officials Provide Latest Updates, Underscore Urgency Regarding Substance Use Disorder Outcomes in Delaware

Delaware Health and Social Services | Division of Public Health | Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health | News | Suspected Overdoses | Date Posted: Monday, April 22, 2024

NEW CASTLE (April 22, 2024) – Lieutenant Governor Bethany Hall-Long and leaders from the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS), along with partner community agencies, led a community response briefing on Monday to provide the latest outcome data and other information regarding the State’s efforts to support individuals struggling with substance use disorder in […]




Delaware Officials Underscore Urgency Regarding Individuals Facing Homelessness Related to Substance Use

Delaware Health and Social Services | Delaware State Housing Authority | Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health | News | Date Posted: Monday, January 22, 2024

NEW CASTLE (January 22, 2024) – Today, Lieutenant Governor Bethany Hall-Long and leaders from the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) along with partner community agencies led a community response briefing to provide the latest information regarding the state’s efforts to support individuals facing homelessness and housing instability related to substance use disorder. […]




DHSS Launches Innovative DTRN360 Platform to Revolutionize Behavioral Health Coordination

Delaware Health and Social Services | Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health | News | Date Posted: Thursday, October 19, 2023

NEW CASTLE – The Delaware Department of Health and Social Services’ Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health (DSAMH) announces significant advancement in capabilities for the Delaware Treatment and Referral Network (DTRN) with the launch of DTRN360, a Behavioral Health Coordination platform. DTRN360 is designed to bridge the gaps experienced by providers in caring for […]




DHSS Announces Launch of New Help Is Here Delaware Website

Delaware Health and Social Services | Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health | News | Suspected Overdoses | Date Posted: Tuesday, October 10, 2023

NEW CASTLE – The Delaware Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS), in a coordinated effort with fellow government agencies, community partners, and Delaware residents, today announced the launch of the new, redesigned, and revamped HelpIsHereDE.com, available in English and Spanish. Designed after months of listening sessions and focus groups, the new HelpIsHereDE.com is the state’s comprehensive […]







  Category: Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health

DHSS Observes National Suicide Prevention Month

Delaware Health and Social Services | Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health | News | Date Posted: Thursday, September 5, 2024

DOVER – The Delaware Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) and a coalition of partners will elevate awareness about Delaware 988 — the state’s suicide and crisis lifeline — and foster a supportive community environment for mental health during September, National Suicide Prevention Month. DHSS has organized a Week of Action as part of […]




Delaware Officials Provide Latest Updates, Underscore Urgency Regarding Substance Use Disorder Outcomes in Delaware

Delaware Health and Social Services | Division of Public Health | Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health | News | Suspected Overdoses | Date Posted: Monday, April 22, 2024

NEW CASTLE (April 22, 2024) – Lieutenant Governor Bethany Hall-Long and leaders from the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS), along with partner community agencies, led a community response briefing on Monday to provide the latest outcome data and other information regarding the State’s efforts to support individuals struggling with substance use disorder in […]




Delaware Officials Underscore Urgency Regarding Individuals Facing Homelessness Related to Substance Use

Delaware Health and Social Services | Delaware State Housing Authority | Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health | News | Date Posted: Monday, January 22, 2024

NEW CASTLE (January 22, 2024) – Today, Lieutenant Governor Bethany Hall-Long and leaders from the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) along with partner community agencies led a community response briefing to provide the latest information regarding the state’s efforts to support individuals facing homelessness and housing instability related to substance use disorder. […]




DHSS Launches Innovative DTRN360 Platform to Revolutionize Behavioral Health Coordination

Delaware Health and Social Services | Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health | News | Date Posted: Thursday, October 19, 2023

NEW CASTLE – The Delaware Department of Health and Social Services’ Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health (DSAMH) announces significant advancement in capabilities for the Delaware Treatment and Referral Network (DTRN) with the launch of DTRN360, a Behavioral Health Coordination platform. DTRN360 is designed to bridge the gaps experienced by providers in caring for […]




DHSS Announces Launch of New Help Is Here Delaware Website

Delaware Health and Social Services | Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health | News | Suspected Overdoses | Date Posted: Tuesday, October 10, 2023

NEW CASTLE – The Delaware Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS), in a coordinated effort with fellow government agencies, community partners, and Delaware residents, today announced the launch of the new, redesigned, and revamped HelpIsHereDE.com, available in English and Spanish. Designed after months of listening sessions and focus groups, the new HelpIsHereDE.com is the state’s comprehensive […]