Behavioral Health Consortium Delaware

09/01/2026

Let’s allow September to serve as a time to celebrate the millions of people living in recovery and recognize the family, peers, providers, and communities that support them along the way.

The BHC recognizes that recovery is a journey and strong systems of prevention, treatment, and recovery support help make that journey possible.

09/01/2026

A wonderful weekend was made better by attending August Quarterly! The BHC is grateful to the congregation of Mother African Union Church, the August Quarterly committee, Reverend Whitaker, and the entire leadership committee for the privilege of being a part of this important event.

08/31/2026

On International Overdose Awareness Day, we remember the Delawareans and families whose lives have been changed by overdose.

We also reaffirm that overdose deaths are preventable.

Reducing overdose requires accessible treatment, harm-reduction resources, effective crisis response, community education and a willingness to address substance use without shame or stigma.

Today—and throughout the year—we stand with those who are grieving, those who are working toward recovery and those helping others find a path forward.

Help is available. Hope is possible. Recovery is real.

08/18/2026

Supporting student mental health takes a team.

Throughout Delaware schools, behavioral health professionals and other trusted staff help students manage challenges that can affect their well-being, relationships and ability to learn.

Depending on the school, that team may include:

School counselors

School psychologists

School social workers

Behavioral health consultants

School nurses

School-based wellness center professionals

Community behavioral health partners

These professionals may help students build coping skills, navigate stressful situations, access additional services or respond when more immediate support is needed.

As a new school year begins, we thank the professionals working each day to help Delaware students feel safe, supported and ready to learn.

08/13/2026

As students return to school, adults can create opportunities for honest conversations:

What are you looking forward to this year?

What feels stressful or uncertain?

Who at school would you feel comfortable approaching for help?

What would make it easier to ask for support?

Listening is an important part of prevention. When young people feel heard, respected and included, adults are better able to connect them with the support they need.

08/12/2026

08/10/2026

As Delaware students prepare to return to school, it is normal for children and teens to experience a mix of excitement, worry and uncertainty.

Families do not have to wait for a crisis to ask for support. Depending on the school, students may be able to connect with a:

School counselor

School social worker

School psychologist

School nurse

Behavioral health professional

School-based wellness center provider

Trusted teacher or administrator

Not sure where to start? Contact your child’s school and ask who coordinates mental health and behavioral health support for students.

For immediate help:

Call or text 988 for free, confidential crisis support

Call Delaware’s 24/7 Youth Crisis Helpline at 1-800-969-HELP (4357)

Call 911 when there is an immediate threat to someone’s safety

Asking for support early can help students feel safer, more connected and better prepared to learn.

08/06/2026

What is working in perinatal mental health care? Where are families facing barriers? What services, resources, and workforce supports are still needed?

Share your perspective through Delaware’s statewide Perinatal Mental Health Assessment. We want to hear from professionals, advocates, community partners, and people with relevant lived experience from across New Castle, Kent, and Sussex counties.

The survey takes approximately 10–20 minutes and is open through August 14:
https://ltgov.delaware.gov/maternal-mental-health-survey/

Share this post and help reflect the experiences and needs of communities throughout Delaware.

08/05/2026

Wellness is not only about exercise, nutrition or productivity. Feeling connected and supported is also an important part of our mental and emotional well-being.

A small check-in can make a meaningful difference:

Send a message to someone you have been thinking about

Invite a friend or family member to take a walk

Ask someone how they are doing—and make time to listen

Reach out when you need support yourself

We do not always know what someone else may be carrying. This National Wellness Month, let’s remember that connection can be a form of care.

Who could you check in with today?

08/03/2026

August is National Wellness Month—a reminder that wellness does not have to mean making major changes all at once.

Small, consistent actions can support our mental and emotional well-being:

Taking a short break during a stressful day

Spending time outside

Connecting with someone we trust

Maintaining sleep and meal routines

Asking for help when we need it

Throughout August, the Delaware Behavioral Health Consortium will share resources and reminders focused on wellness for children, families, professionals and communities across Delaware.

Share with us… what is one small thing that helps you feel more grounded?