Delaware 211
Last updated August 2026
When you do not know which Delaware program to call, dial 2-1-1. Delaware 211 connects people across the state to health and human service resources. You can reach it by calling 211, by calling 1-800-560-3372, by texting your zip code to 898-211, or through live chat on the website.
The referrals cover the needs that pile up together. Delaware 211 points callers to food assistance, housing, emergency shelter, utility help, medical care, mental health, substance use support, legal help, transportation, clothing, and tax help.
It is open to anyone in Delaware, at no cost, with no income test. It is a referral service, so it connects you to local programs rather than paying your bills itself.
Know the hours. Delaware 211 is staffed Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. If you call outside those hours, use the text or live-chat options, and keep in mind that some crisis lines route to partners after hours.
The value is local and current. The staff know which agencies and funds near you have money or open intake right now, and that changes from month to month, so a quick call can save you days of searching.
Delaware 211 is not for a life-threatening emergency. For an immediate crisis, call 911, and keep 2-1-1 for food, housing, utility, and other everyday needs. The service is also available in more than one language.
Phone 1-800-560-3372
Help available in English and Spanish.
Updated August 2026 Program details can change — confirm with the program directly.
Who qualifies
- Available to everyone in Delaware; dial 2-1-1, call 1-800-560-3372, or text your ZIP code to 898-211
You may qualify. The program makes the final decision.
How to apply
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Dial 2-1-1, or call 1-800-560-3372, from any Delaware phone.
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Text your zip code to 898-211, or use live chat on the website, especially after hours.
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Give your zip code and a one-sentence version of what you need.
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Write down each referral's name, number, and hours.
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Call the referrals quickly, since local funds open and close all the time.
What the application looks like
Common questions
Is Delaware 211 free?
Yes, it is free and confidential, with no income test. Dial 2-1-1 or 1-800-560-3372, text your zip code to 898-211, or use live chat.
What can 211 help with?
Housing, emergency shelter, utilities, food, medical care, mental health, substance use support, legal help, transportation, clothing, and tax help.
What are the hours?
Delaware 211 is staffed Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Outside those hours, use the text or live-chat options.
Can 211 pay my rent or utility bill?
No. It is a referral service, not a benefit you apply for. It connects you to the local agencies and funds that may be able to help.
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