Let's Make Delaware the Healthiest State in the Nation!
Are You Making Waves to Improve Delaware Health?
The following key stakeholders have been identified as “big lever” or “high impact” groups for change across Delaware SHIP priority and system-wide recommendations. However, many groups and organizations across Delaware are working to improve the overall health and wellness of all Delawareans.
Key SHIP Stakeholders
Addiction Action Committee
Delaware Behavioral Health Consortium
Delaware Behavioral Health Consortium
The Addiction Action Committee has the specific charge of making recommendations on a strategic approach to address and monitor the addiction crisis.
Delaware Behavioral Health Consortium
Delaware Behavioral Health Consortium
Delaware Behavioral Health Consortium
The Behavioral Health Consortium is an advisory body comprised of community advocates, law enforcement, healthcare professionals, and state leaders that will assess and outline an integrated plan for action to address prevention, treatment, and recovery for mental health, substance use, and co-occurring disorders
Delaware Cancer Consortium
Delaware Behavioral Health Consortium
Delaware Chronic Disease Coalition
The Delaware Cancer Consortium (DCC) was originally formed as the Delaware Advisory Council on Cancer Incidence and Mortality in March 2001 to advise the governor and legislature on the causes of cancer incidence and mortality and potential methods for reducing both.
Delaware Chronic Disease Coalition
DPH-Health Promotion & Disease Prevention Section
Delaware Chronic Disease Coalition
The Delaware Chronic Disease Collaborative (DCDC) was created by the Delaware Academy of Medicine to provide knowledge for people suffering from Chronic Disease. In partnership with other agencies in Delaware, the DCDC seeks to further public education of the various types of non-communicable diseases affecting our residents.
DPH-Health Promotion & Disease Prevention Section
DPH-Health Promotion & Disease Prevention Section
DPH-Health Promotion & Disease Prevention Section
The Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Section of the Division of Public Health has the responsibility for prevention and control of chronic diseases and their risk factors. Section programs address cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, tobacco use, physical activity, nutrition, health education, chronic disease epidemiology, an
The Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Section of the Division of Public Health has the responsibility for prevention and control of chronic diseases and their risk factors. Section programs address cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, tobacco use, physical activity, nutrition, health education, chronic disease epidemiology, and collection of behavioral risk factor data. Vital Condition: Basic Needs (Housing, Food, Medicare)
DHSS-Addiction Strategy Map Group
DPH-Health Promotion & Disease Prevention Section
DPH-Health Promotion & Disease Prevention Section
Vision: Delaware has a coordinated and comprehensive approach to prevent, identify, effectively treat and support those impacted by substance use disorder.
Delaware Healthy Mother and Infant Consortium
University of Delaware Partnership for Healthy Communities
Delaware Healthy Mother and Infant Consortium
The mission of the Delaware Healthy Mother & Infant Consortium (DHMIC) is to provide statewide leadership and coordination of efforts to prevent infant mortality and to improve the health of women of childbearing age and infants throughout Delaware.
Healthy Communities Delaware
University of Delaware Partnership for Healthy Communities
Delaware Healthy Mother and Infant Consortium
The Healthy Communities Delaware initiative is an innovative approach to help coordinate activities and resources throughout the state to address the social determinants of health, such as housing, education, food, income, and social justice and equity. Vital Condition: Reliable Transportation and Humane Housing.
University of Delaware Partnership for Healthy Communities
University of Delaware Partnership for Healthy Communities
University of Delaware Partnership for Healthy Communities
As part of the Community Engagement Initiative at the University of Delaware, the Partnership for Healthy Communities (PHC) seeks to improve the health and well-being of Delaware residents, especially those living in communities that experience social and economic disadvantages. We do this in partnership with community-based organization
As part of the Community Engagement Initiative at the University of Delaware, the Partnership for Healthy Communities (PHC) seeks to improve the health and well-being of Delaware residents, especially those living in communities that experience social and economic disadvantages. We do this in partnership with community-based organizations, state and local agencies, students, and colleagues across the University, and communities themselves.
SHIP Coalition Stakeholders
American Association of Retired Persons (AARP)
American Association of Retired Persons (AARP)
American Association of Retired Persons (AARP)
AARP works to strengthen communities and promote the issues that matter most to families such as healthcare security, financial security, and personal fulfillment.
Vital Condition: Basic Needs (Housing, Food, Medicare)
American Heart Association
American Association of Retired Persons (AARP)
American Association of Retired Persons (AARP)
The American Heart Association (AHA) is a nonprofit organization that works to reduce the number of deaths and disabilities caused by heart disease and stroke. Their work includes research, education, advocacy, and community impact.
Vital Condition: Basic Needs (Housing, Food, Medicare)
Beebe Healthcare
American Association of Retired Persons (AARP)
Beebe Healthcare
Beebe Healthcare provides comprehensive medical services to the Sussex County community. Services include cardiac and vascular care, surgery, oncology, women's health, and orthopaedics. Beebe offers inpatient, outpatient, emergency, and diagnostic services, along with free screenings and outreach programs through its Population Health Dep
Beebe Healthcare provides comprehensive medical services to the Sussex County community. Services include cardiac and vascular care, surgery, oncology, women's health, and orthopaedics. Beebe offers inpatient, outpatient, emergency, and diagnostic services, along with free screenings and outreach programs through its Population Health Department.
Vital Condition: Basic Needs (Housing, Food, Medicare), Basic Needs (Physical, Mental), Meaningful Work Life, Lifelong Learning, Reliable Transportation, and Humane Housing
ChristianaCare
Coalition for a Safer Delaware
Beebe Healthcare
ChristianaCare is committed to serving the community as expert and compassionate partners in health. Their mission is to create innovative, effective, affordable, and equitable systems of care. As one of the nation’s leading health care organizations, ChristianaCare focuses on improving health outcomes, enhancing access to quality care, a
ChristianaCare is committed to serving the community as expert and compassionate partners in health. Their mission is to create innovative, effective, affordable, and equitable systems of care. As one of the nation’s leading health care organizations, ChristianaCare focuses on improving health outcomes, enhancing access to quality care, and lowering costs.
Vital Condition: Basic Needs (Housing, Food, Medicare), Basic Needs (Physical, Mental), Meaningful Work life, and Lifelong Learning
Coalition for a Safer Delaware
Coalition for a Safer Delaware
Coalition for a Safer Delaware
Coalition For A Safer Delaware is a recently founded community-oriented organization that provides accurate information about the regional impact of gun violence on our communities and educate on effective solutions in each area. They striving to foster critical conversations among local experts and activists, building alliances of local
Coalition For A Safer Delaware is a recently founded community-oriented organization that provides accurate information about the regional impact of gun violence on our communities and educate on effective solutions in each area. They striving to foster critical conversations among local experts and activists, building alliances of local and national organizations, and driving forward to acheive their mission of making Delaware safer.
Vital Condition: Basic Needs (Housing, Food, Medicare)
Coastal Carolina University
Coalition for a Safer Delaware
Coalition for a Safer Delaware
Coastal Carolina University is a public comprehensive liberal arts institution that seeks to develop students who are both knowledgeable in their chosen fields and prepared to be productive, responsible, healthy citizens with a global perspective.
Vital Condition: Meaningful Work Life, Lifelong Learning
Cornerstone West Community Development Corporation
Cornerstone West Community Development Corporation
Cornerstone West Community Development Corporation
At West End Neighborhood House, staff, clients, volunteers, and donors work together to resolve complex social challenges throughout Delaware. Through their outcomes-driven programming, they work to provide support that meets each of their customer’s unique needs, whether that be in finances, housing, education, employment, or family serv
At West End Neighborhood House, staff, clients, volunteers, and donors work together to resolve complex social challenges throughout Delaware. Through their outcomes-driven programming, they work to provide support that meets each of their customer’s unique needs, whether that be in finances, housing, education, employment, or family services.
Vital Condition: Reliable Transportation, Humane Housing
Delaware Alliance Against Sexual Violence
Cornerstone West Community Development Corporation
Cornerstone West Community Development Corporation
The Delaware Alliance Against Sexual Violence's mission is to create an inclusive community that supports survivors through advocacy, intervention and awareness, with the ultimate goal to eliminate all forms of sexual violence in Delaware. DAASV also engages in special event fundraising, grant writing, and other diverse fundraising endeav
The Delaware Alliance Against Sexual Violence's mission is to create an inclusive community that supports survivors through advocacy, intervention and awareness, with the ultimate goal to eliminate all forms of sexual violence in Delaware. DAASV also engages in special event fundraising, grant writing, and other diverse fundraising endeavors to raise the necessary monetary resources to support the work of the organization.
Vital Condition: Basic Needs (Physical, Mental)
Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition
Cornerstone West Community Development Corporation
Delaware Coalition Against Domestic Violence
The mission of the Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition (DBCC) is to empower our community by raising awareness of breast health issues and increasing access to care through outreach, education, and support services, to facilitate early detection and treatment of breast cancer. Vision is to create a caring community where barriers to breast c
The mission of the Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition (DBCC) is to empower our community by raising awareness of breast health issues and increasing access to care through outreach, education, and support services, to facilitate early detection and treatment of breast cancer. Vision is to create a caring community where barriers to breast cancer screenings are removed and all persons at risk served by DBCC have access to quality care and treatment.
Vital Condition: Basic Needs (Housing, Food, Medicare)
Delaware Coalition Against Domestic Violence
Delaware Coalition Against Domestic Violence
Delaware Coalition Against Domestic Violence
The staff, board, members, and volunteers of the Delaware Coalition Against Domestic Violence work with member organizations and allies to support the empowerment of victims of domestic violence and their children through access to services and legal remedies. DCADV also seeks to change the societal conditions that support sexism, racism,
The staff, board, members, and volunteers of the Delaware Coalition Against Domestic Violence work with member organizations and allies to support the empowerment of victims of domestic violence and their children through access to services and legal remedies. DCADV also seeks to change the societal conditions that support sexism, racism, homophobia, and other oppressions and which contribute to the continued presence of domestic and sexual violence in intimate relationships.
Vital Conditions: Basic Needs (Physical, Mental)
Delaware Department of Transportation
Delaware Coalition Against Domestic Violence
Delaware Developmental Disabilities Council
Delaware Department of Transportation is dedicated to ensuring safe, reliable, and convenient transportation for all customers, enhancing their experience with every interaction. We prioritizes environmental sustainability in our transit services and investments in green technology. Additionally, we foster a diverse and inclusive workplac
Delaware Department of Transportation is dedicated to ensuring safe, reliable, and convenient transportation for all customers, enhancing their experience with every interaction. We prioritizes environmental sustainability in our transit services and investments in green technology. Additionally, we foster a diverse and inclusive workplace, empowering our workforce to better serve our community and fulfill our mission.
Vital Conditions: Reliable Transportation, Humane Housing
Delaware Developmental Disabilities Council
Delaware Coalition Against Domestic Violence
Delaware Developmental Disabilities Council
The Delaware Developmental Disabilities Council (DDC) is authorized by Public Law 106-402 to address the unmet needs of people with developmental disabilities through system-wide advocacy, planning and demonstration projects. The mission of the Delaware DDC is to promote and embrace inclusion, equality and empowerment.
Vital Conditions: Basic Needs (Housing, Food, Medicare)
Delaware Division of Libraries
Delaware Health Care Facilities Association
Delaware Health and Social Services
The Delaware Division of Libraries provides leadership and support for the timely development of Delaware’s libraries, to ensure convenient access to, and encourage use of current information resources and reading material by all Delawareans. Members of the Delaware library community are unified in the values of service, access, and excellence, and are committed to the vision of progressive libraries and the transformational impact they have on the people who use them.
Vital Conditions: Meaningful Work Life, Lifelong Learning
Delaware Health and Social Services
Delaware Health Care Facilities Association
Delaware Health and Social Services
The mission of the Delaware Department of Health & Social Services is to improve the quality of life for Delaware's citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations.
Vital Condition: Reliable Transportation & Humane Housing
Delaware Health Care Facilities Association
Delaware Health Care Facilities Association
Delaware Health Care Facilities Association
DHCFA is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of individuals in facilities by promoting high standards of care. DHCFA supports its members in delivering accessible, efficient, quality long-term care and a continuum of related services to those they serve. DHCFA and the long-term care community will work collaboratively to deliver quality care to our residents with compassion, integrity, and excellence.
Vital Conditions: Meaningful Work Life, Lifelong Learning
Delaware Healthcare Association
Delaware Healthcare Association
Delaware Health Care Facilities Association
The Delaware Healthcare Association (DHA) supports hospitals and health systems in addressing healthcare issues in Delaware. As a statewide trade organization, it aims to enhance the quality and accessibility of care for the community. DHA promotes effective change in health services through collaboration and consensus at both state and federal levels. Its vision is to be a respected voice for healthcare delivery systems, ensuring compassionate and financially sustainable care. The mission focuses on providing policy and advocacy leadership to foster a healthy environment for all Delawareans.
Vital Condition: Basic Needs (Housing, Food, Medicare)
Delaware HIV Consortium
Delaware Healthcare Association
Delaware HIV Consortium
The Delaware HIV Consortium is a statewide non-profit organization [501(c)(3)] established to facilitate collaboration among its community partners and to ensure that quality, non-duplicative HIV treatment and prevention services are available throughout Delaware. Our collaborators include HIV/AIDS service providers, civic leaders, public health professionals, representatives of private business, and persons living with HIV disease.
Vital Condition: Basic Needs (Physical, Mental Health), Reliable Transportation, Human Housing
Delaware Libraries
Delaware Healthcare Association
Delaware HIV Consortium
Delaware Libraries aim to provide equitable access to information, resources, and services that foster lifelong learning and community engagement. They strive to empower residents through educational programs, digital literacy initiatives, and a welcoming environment for all.
Vital Condition: Basic Needs (Physical, Mental), Meaningful Work Life, Lifelong Learning
Delaware State University
Domestic Violence Ambassadors
Domestic Violence Ambassadors
As one of America’s most highly respected Historically Black Colleges and Universities, Delaware State University will be renowned for a standard of academic excellence that prepares our graduates to become the first choice of employers in a global market, and invigorates the economy and the culture of Delaware and the Mid-Atlantic Region.
Vital Condition: Basic Needs (Physical, Mental)
Domestic Violence Ambassadors
Domestic Violence Ambassadors
Domestic Violence Ambassadors
Domestic Violence Ambassadors is dedicated to identifying and partnering with underutilized resources nationwide to provide immediate safety and support for victims and their families, while also designing services for loved ones left behind. The organization advocates for the protection of victims' human, civil, and constitutional rights, ensuring they receive the same access to services as victims of other violent crimes. By collaborating with legislators and the community, Domestic Violence Ambassadors aims to create a network of support where "no one suffers alone."
Vital Condition: Reliable Transportation, Humane Housing
Food Bank of Delaware
Domestic Violence Ambassadors
Food Bank of Delaware
The Food Bank of Delaware's mission is to inspire hope in our communities by providing food to nourish Delawareans, while collaborating on long-term solutions to hunger and poverty.
Vital Condition: Basic Needs (Housing, Food, Medicare)
GBA Consulting
Health Literacy Council of Delaware
Food Bank of Delaware
GBA Consulting is focus on creating continual value for clients through honest, tailored strategies and a partnership approach that shares both challenges and rewards. GBA Consulting is committed to your success which means we're always available to support you, navigating urgent challenges together.
Vital Condition: Basic Needs (Physical, Mental)
Goodwill of Delaware
Health Literacy Council of Delaware
Health Literacy Council of Delaware
As a nonprofit, working for the greater good is at the core of what we do at Goodwill of Delaware and Delaware County. Mission is to improve the quality of life for people with barriers to self-sufficiency, through the Power of Work! Focused on serving individuals, our vision articulates a broader impact, and reflects what happens on a macro level when people receive a hand up.
Health Literacy Council of Delaware
Health Literacy Council of Delaware
Health Literacy Council of Delaware
The Health Literacy Council of Delaware empowers leaders, organizations, and people. Its goal is to achieve better health through improved health literacy. As a coalition of healthcare leaders, community partners, and state champions, we are committed to making health information accessible and understandable to all Delawareans.
Vital Condition: Basic Needs (Physical, Mental)
League of Women Voters
Medical Society of Delaware
League of Women Voters
The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan, grassroots organization working to protect and expand voting rights and ensure everyone is represented in our democracy. We empower voters and defend democracy through advocacy, education, and litigation, at the local, state, and national levels.
Vital Conditions: Basic Needs (Housing, Food, Medicare)
Mariposa Arts
Medical Society of Delaware
League of Women Voters
Mariposa Arts believes in the power of Creativity as a catalyst for healing, allowing us to process our experiences, traumas and stressors. We use strategic partnerships at the organizational, sponsor and community level with an entrepreneurial approach to community building that is human-centered and promotes the values of “belong-ship”*.
Vital Condition: Basic Needs (Physical, Mental)
Medical Society of Delaware
Medical Society of Delaware
Mental Health Association in Delaware
The Medical Society of Delaware (MSD) is a nonprofit membership organization of more than 1,300 physicians located throughout Delaware representing every specialty practice in the medical field. Our mission is to guide, serve, and support Delaware physicians, promoting the practice and profession of medicine to enhance the health of our c
The Medical Society of Delaware (MSD) is a nonprofit membership organization of more than 1,300 physicians located throughout Delaware representing every specialty practice in the medical field. Our mission is to guide, serve, and support Delaware physicians, promoting the practice and profession of medicine to enhance the health of our communities.
Vital Conditions: Basic Needs (Housing, Food, Medicare)
Mental Health Association in Delaware
National Alliance on Mental Illness Delaware
Mental Health Association in Delaware
The Mental Health Association in Delaware (MHA) is a statewide, nonprofit organization founded in 1932 to promote mental health. The Mental Health Association in Delaware promotes improved mental well being for all individuals and families in Delaware through education, support, and advocacy.
Vital Condition: Basic Needs (Physical, Mental), Meaningful Work Life, Lifelong Learning
National Alliance on Mental Illness Delaware
National Alliance on Mental Illness Delaware
National Alliance on Mental Illness Delaware
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. Over the years the organization has grown to provide a wide range of awareness, advocacy, support, education and housing to support those
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. Over the years the organization has grown to provide a wide range of awareness, advocacy, support, education and housing to support those affected by mental illness in Delaware.
Vital Condition: Reliable Transportation, Human Housing
NeighborGood Partners
National Alliance on Mental Illness Delaware
National Alliance on Mental Illness Delaware
NeighborGood Partners specialize in affordable housing counseling and development, financial education, and lending. As a service provider for families and individuals in Delaware, NeighborGood Partners offers pre-purchase and foreclosure prevention counseling, financial education, and DEHAP rental housing assistance. Our mission is to st
NeighborGood Partners specialize in affordable housing counseling and development, financial education, and lending. As a service provider for families and individuals in Delaware, NeighborGood Partners offers pre-purchase and foreclosure prevention counseling, financial education, and DEHAP rental housing assistance. Our mission is to strengthen communities through housing, lending, and education.
Vital Condition: Basic Needs (Physical, Mental), Meaningful Work Life, Lifelong Learning, Reliable Transportation, Human Housing
Nurses & Neighbors Collaborative
State Council of Persons with Disabilities
Nurses & Neighbors Collaborative
Nurses & Neighbors Collaborative is a non-profit neighborhood nursing group with members from different places with different experiences. We use our collective nursing experience to help improve health and wellness of our neighborhoods and provide support for nurses in our communities through nurse-led projects.
Vital Condition: Reliable Transportation, Humane Housing
Planet Youth Coalition
State Council of Persons with Disabilities
Nurses & Neighbors Collaborative
Planet Youth is designed to strengthen protective factors, mitigate risk factors, and build healthy community environments for positive youth development by focusing on key domains in the local school-community: Family, peer group, leisure (out-of-school) time, and school.
Vital Condition: Meaningful Work Life, Lifelong Learning
State Council of Persons with Disabilities
State Council of Persons with Disabilities
State Council of Persons with Disabilities
The State Council for Persons with Disabilities (SCPD) is located within the Delaware Department of Safety & Homeland Security. SCPD members work with other state, non-profit, for-profit, and community organizations to review federal and state policies, rules, regulations, and laws impacting Delawareans with disabilities. SCPD was establi
The State Council for Persons with Disabilities (SCPD) is located within the Delaware Department of Safety & Homeland Security. SCPD members work with other state, non-profit, for-profit, and community organizations to review federal and state policies, rules, regulations, and laws impacting Delawareans with disabilities. SCPD was established to promote better coordination of state services related to persons with disabilities and accomplishes its goals through a variety of committees and commissions.
Vital Condition: Basic Needs (Physical, Mental), Meaningful Work Life, Lifelong Learning, Reliable Transportation, Humane Housing
Stanziale Solutions LLC
Sussex County Health Coalition
State Council of Persons with Disabilities
Stanziale Solutions, LLC specializes in recruiting top talent, providing onboarding support, and delivering workforce development training. Provides job preparation and placement services, business consultation and development services, and education and training services to individuals in all 3 Delaware counties.
Vital Condition: Meaningful Work Life, Lifelong Learning
Sussex County Health Coalition
Sussex County Health Coalition
Sussex County Health Coalition
The Sussex County Health Coalition exists to engage the entire community in collaborative family-focused effort to improve the health of children, youth and families in Sussex County. We envision a community in which our citizens and institutions (public, private, and not-for-profit) are actively engaged in community health promotion as a
The Sussex County Health Coalition exists to engage the entire community in collaborative family-focused effort to improve the health of children, youth and families in Sussex County. We envision a community in which our citizens and institutions (public, private, and not-for-profit) are actively engaged in community health promotion as a shared community good, and working together to create a cultural and physical environment which supports healthy lifestyles for our children and their families.
Vital Condition: Basic Needs (Physical, Mental)
Tidal Health
Sussex County Health Coalition
Sussex County Health Coalition
Tidal Health offers a full range of services, including neurosurgery, cardiothoracic surgery, joint replacement, emergency/trauma care, comprehensive cancer care, wound care and clinical trials and research. Tidal Health team is focused on improving health and wellness in our communities through outreach, screenings, education and assistance.
Vital Condition: Basic Needs (Housing, Food, Medicare)
United Way of Delaware
Westside Family Healthcare
Westside Family Healthcare
United Way of Delaware is focused on maximizing resources in our communities to help improve the quality of life for all people in Delaware & Salem County (NJ). We unite people, organizations, and resources to fight issues caused by long-standing inequity.
Vital Conditions: Meaningful Work Life, Lifelong Learning
Westside Family Healthcare
Westside Family Healthcare
Westside Family Healthcare
Westside Family Healthcare (Westside) has worked diligently to improve access to care for vulnerable populations, steadily expanding the services provided, the clinicians trained, and the communities served. Westside is a nonprofit designated to provide equal access to health services for underserved communities in Delaware.
Vital Conditio
Westside Family Healthcare (Westside) has worked diligently to improve access to care for vulnerable populations, steadily expanding the services provided, the clinicians trained, and the communities served. Westside is a nonprofit designated to provide equal access to health services for underserved communities in Delaware.
Vital Condition: Basic Needs (Housing, Food, Medicare), Reliable Transportation, Humane Housing
Wilmington University
Westside Family Healthcare
Wilmington University
Wilmington University is dedicated to providing high-quality, accessible education through diverse programs and personalized support for students of all backgrounds. With a focus on career-oriented undergraduate and graduate degrees, the university employs a mix of full-time and experienced part-time faculty to ensure relevant, market-res
Wilmington University is dedicated to providing high-quality, accessible education through diverse programs and personalized support for students of all backgrounds. With a focus on career-oriented undergraduate and graduate degrees, the university employs a mix of full-time and experienced part-time faculty to ensure relevant, market-responsive learning experiences. Its vision emphasizes open access to innovative courses that break down barriers to education, fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated and lifelong learning is encouraged.
Vital Conditions: Meaningful Work Life, Lifelong Learning
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