Who do I call first for disability services in Sussex County, Delaware?

Start with early intervention (children under 3), your school district's special education office (ages 3–21), and Delaware vocational rehabilitation for employment. This guide points to the right front door for Sussex County.

Is help available in Spanish in Sussex County?

Yes. This Sussex County guide includes Spanish-language support, and most Delaware agencies provide interpretation on request.

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Sussex County?

For an immediate emergency call 911. For mental health crisis support call or text 988 (the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), available 24/7. This page also lists local crisis resources where available.

Disability Services in Sussex County, Delaware

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Sussex County, Delaware. Find who to call first for early intervention, special education, Medicaid waivers, transition planning, employment supports, and crisis help, with Spanish-language support. Always call to confirm details, which can change.

Services covered in Sussex County

Early intervention (under 3) and special education / IEPs (ages 3–21)
Medicaid waivers and home- and community-based services
Vocational rehabilitation and supported employment
Transition planning, guardianship, and benefits
Crisis support: 911 for emergencies, 988 for mental health crisis

Local organizations in Sussex County

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Sussex County. Details change, so always call to confirm before you visit.

Independent Resources, Inc. - Milford ((302) 536-1387, Milford)
Project SEARCH — TidalHealth Nanticoke (Seaford). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Easterseals Milford Wellness Village (Milford). Easterseals affiliate — disability services (varies by location: early intervention, employment, day programs, respite).
The Arc of Delaware. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
NAMI Delaware in Sussex
Delaware Guidance Services — Children and Youth Inc/Lewes (302-645-5338, Lewes)
Jewish Family Services of Delaware (302-827-6040, Lewes)
La Red Health Center (302-855-1233 x1124, Georgetown)
La Red Health Center Main Campus (302-855-1233, Georgetown)
LRHC Mobile Health Unit (302-855-2020, Georgetown)
Northern Sussex Community Health Center (302-855-1233, Milford)
Western Sussex Community Health Center (302-855-1233, Seaford)
Delmar Middle Level ILC (Delmar)
Ennis (Howard T.) School (Georgetown)
Howard T Ennis Pto (GEORGETOWN)
Indian River Intensive Learning Center (Selbyville)
Addiction Medical Facility, Llc (302-629-2300, SEAFORD). Substance-use treatment
Aids Delaware, Inc. (302-226-5350, REHOBOTH BEACH). Case management / support coordination
Alternative Solutions Consulting Group, Llc (302-542-3586, MILLSBORO). Behavioral health agency
Aspira Health (301-567-1500, LEWES). Children's mental-health clinic
Amedisys Home Health (302-855-0310, GEORGETOWN)
Aveanna Healthcare (302-422-3240, MILFORD)
Aveanna Home Healthcare (302-514-9597, MILFORD)
Beebe Hospital Home Health (302-934-5830, MILLSBORO)

Statewide programs serving Sussex County

These serve every county in Delaware, including Sussex County.

Center for Disabilities Studies. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Disability Rights Delaware (CLASI) (800-292-7980). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Delaware Developmental Disabilities Council ((302) 739-3333). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Delaware Assistive Technology Initiative ((302) 831-0354). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
Parent Information Center of Delaware ((302) 999-7394). Parent center: free special-education help for families

Other counties in Delaware

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