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Avoidable Injury
This page offers up-to-date information and links for various programs across the state of Delaware. This resource hub is designed to connect our community with reliable, accessible support - whenever it's needed. Resources are organized by availability statewide and counties.
Coalition for a Safer Delaware
Delaware Division of Public Health
Delaware State Housing Authority
Works to reduce gun violence through policy advocacy, public education, and community engagement. Their efforts focus on promoting gun safety laws and raising awareness through prevention campaigns.
Delaware State Housing Authority
Delaware Division of Public Health
Delaware State Housing Authority
The American Rescue Plan – Homelessness Assistance and Support Services Program (HOME-ARP) provides targeted support for individuals and families fleeing domestic violence, stalking, or human trafficking. The program aims to help survivors find stability, rebuild their lives, and access the resources needed for long-term safety and independence.
Delaware Division of Public Health
Delaware Division of Public Health
Delaware Division of Public Health
DPH’s Immunization Program works to protect communities by ensuring access to safe, effective vaccines for children and adults. The program provides immunization education, manages vaccine distribution, and supports healthcare providers in maintaining high vaccination rates across the state.
Immunization Coalition of Delaware
Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD)
Delaware Division of Public Health
ICD unites local, state, and community organizations to promote immunization throughout the lifespan. Their efforts focus on reducing disparities in vaccine access, advocating for immunization policies, and providing resources for both healthcare professionals and the public.
Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD)
Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD)
Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD)
MADD champions anti-drunk driving technology, leads prevention efforts across all communities in the U.S., supports victims and survivors, and advocates for stricter laws.
End Community Violence Now
Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD)
Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD)
ECVN works to prevent gun violence in Delaware by creating a coordinated, statewide network that includes government, healthcare, philanthropy, and community organizations. ECVN supports trauma-informed, evidence-based programs aimed at reducing intentional injuries and building safer communities.
Statewide
DART
Delaware’s Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Program
YWCA Delaware
Provides public transportation services across Delaware, including fixed-route buses, paratransit options, and commuter solutions. Their programs improve accessibility and community engagement through on-demand microtransit with DART Connect, discounted taxi fares for seniors and people with disabilities, and initiatives like Stuff the Bus.
YWCA Delaware
Delaware’s Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Program
YWCA Delaware
Offers emergency community housing to women and families in need of it. They offer: case management, life skills workshops, custodial training, culinary training, domestic violence case management, urban agriculture, and a people’s pantry.
Delaware’s Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Program
Delaware’s Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Program
Delaware’s Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Program
Delaware's SRTS Program, managed by DelDOT, encourages children to walk or bike to school safely by improving infrastructure and promoting safety education. The program partners with schools and communities to create safer, more accessible routes, aiming to reduce traffic risks, promote physical activity, and support healthy habits among students.
Delaware Coalition Against Domestic Violence
Delaware Coalition Against Domestic Violence
Delaware’s Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Program
DCADV is a statewide nonprofit dedicated to ending domestic violence through advocacy, prevention, education, and policy change. They support survivors and service providers with training, resources, and technical assistance, while also addressing root causes like racism and gender-based violence.
CHILD Inc.
Delaware Coalition Against Domestic Violence
Delaware Alliance Against Sexual Violence
Provides 24/7 multilingual support through a domestic violence hotline and live chat, along with confidential crisis shelters for women and children. They offer legal advocacy in family courts, supervised visitation centers, and counseling services for survivors, children, and offenders. Programs are trauma-informed and available in both English and Spanish.
Delaware Alliance Against Sexual Violence
Delaware Coalition Against Domestic Violence
Delaware Alliance Against Sexual Violence
DAASV works statewide to address sexual violence through advocacy, intervention, and survivor support. They provide support resources, raise awareness, coordinate a statewide network of service providers.
The Freedom Center for Independent Living
The Freedom Center for Independent Living
The Freedom Center for Independent Living
FCILDE is a nonprofit in Delaware that empowers people with physical or mental disabilities to live independently and fully participate in community life. They offer services like independent living skills training (e.g. budgeting, assistive tech, home safety), peer support, and transition services.
Delaware Department of Transportation
The Freedom Center for Independent Living
The Freedom Center for Independent Living
DelDOT works to reduce transportation-related injuries and fatalities through safety initiatives. DelDOT promotes equitable and reliable transportation access through DART public transit services, pedestrian and bike infrastructure, and the Transportation Alternatives Program. These programs aim to improve safety, accessibility, and mobility for all Delawareans.
People's Place
The Freedom Center for Independent Living
People's Place
A nonprofit in Delaware offering comprehensive mental health services, including therapy, medication management, and forensic psychological evaluations. Additionally, they provide programs for domestic violence support, veterans, and family visitation.
New Castle County
ChristianaCare’s Safe Steps Program
Friendship House Transitional Housing
ChristianaCare’s Safe Steps Program
Helps prevent falls and injury among older adults by offering assessments, education, and personalized interventions like balance training, home safety modifications, and strength exercises to reduce risk.
Delaware Greenways
Friendship House Transitional Housing
ChristianaCare’s Safe Steps Program
Offers a free bike helmet loaner program to keep cyclists safe while enjoying the beautiful Jack A. Markell Trail, which runs from Wilmington’s Riverfront to Historic New Castle. Helmets are easy to grab at three convenient locations, making it simple for visitors and locals to ride worry-free.
Friendship House Transitional Housing
Friendship House Transitional Housing
Friendship House Transitional Housing
Provides subsidized housing with individualized case management for people recovering from substance abuse, domestic violence, or incarceration. The program gives individuals time to develop life skills, work experience, and confidence to obtain self-sufficient housing.
Jefferson Street Center
Prevent Child Abuse Delaware
Friendship House Transitional Housing
A community organization in Northwest Wilmington that promotes social justice and well-being through various programs. Their neighborhood initiatives also address improving public safety and transportation infrastructure, such as adding bike lanes, safer crossings, and traffic calming measures, to reduce accidents and create a safer, more accessible environment for all.
"Learn to Ride" Program
Prevent Child Abuse Delaware
Prevent Child Abuse Delaware
The Wilmington Police Department's "Learn to Ride" program offers free monthly bicycle safety sessions for children, aiming to promote safe cycling practices and community engagement. The program is led by police officers who teach children how to ride bicycles safely.
Prevent Child Abuse Delaware
Prevent Child Abuse Delaware
Prevent Child Abuse Delaware
Focuses on preventing child abuse and neglect through education, training, and awareness across the state. They provide age‑appropriate personal safety programs for kids, training for foster parents, childcare providers, and home visitors, and run advocacy and public awareness campaigns.
Kent County
State Council for Persons with Disabilities
Volunteer Delaware's Matter of Balance Program
Volunteer Delaware's Matter of Balance Program
SCPD works to prevent avoidable injuries through education, policy, and advocacy. They manage Delaware’s Brain Injury Committee and Toolkit, and oversee programs like the Concussion Protection in Youth Athletic Activity Act to reduce risk and improve recovery outcomes.
Volunteer Delaware's Matter of Balance Program
Volunteer Delaware's Matter of Balance Program
Volunteer Delaware's Matter of Balance Program
Program helps older adults reduce fear of falling, build confidence, and stay active. Volunteers serve as coaches, guiding participants through 8 structured sessions that include goal setting, environment safety adjustments, and strengthening exercises.
WE CARE Services
Volunteer Delaware's Matter of Balance Program
WE CARE Services
The “A Matter of Balance” program offered by WE CARE Services is designed to help older adults reduce their fear of falling and improve their strength and balance. Through education and practical exercises, the program empowers participants to increase their activity levels and maintain independence safely.
Sussex County
CHEER, Inc.
Nurses & Neighbors
Nurses & Neighbors
Offers transportation services to seniors to ensure they can maintain independence and access community resources. Their fleet of handicapped-accessible buses provides local transportation to stores, banks, post offices, and CHEER centers, as well as special events throughout the community. Additionally, CHEER offers personalized volunteer-driven rides for appointments, connecting seniors to vital healthcare services.
Nurses & Neighbors
Nurses & Neighbors
Nurses & Neighbors
The Nurses & Neighbors program delivers healthcare and injury prevention services to underserved communities. Through safety education, home visits to identify hazards, and connecting residents with resources, they work to reduce avoidable injuries and improve overall well-being.
Volunteer Delaware's Matter of Balance Program
Volunteer Delaware's Matter of Balance Program
Volunteer Delaware's Matter of Balance Program
Program helps older adults reduce fear of falling, build confidence, and stay active. Volunteers serve as coaches, guiding participants through 8 structured sessions that include goal setting, environment safety adjustments, and strengthening exercises.
WE CARE Services
Volunteer Delaware's Matter of Balance Program
Volunteer Delaware's Matter of Balance Program
The “A Matter of Balance” program offered by WE CARE Services is designed to help older adults reduce their fear of falling and improve their strength and balance. Through education and practical exercises, the program empowers participants to increase their activity levels and maintain independence safely.
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