Governor John Carney has ordered Delaware flags to be lowered to half-staff at all state facilities on Wednesday, August 21, 2024, to recognize National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day.

Flags currently are at half-staff through sunset on Thursday, August 22, 2024 to honor Sussex County EMS employee and volunteer firefighter, Thomas Berry.

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If you are having a medical emergency, please call 911. If you are unable to call, you can text 911. If you or someone you know is struggling emotionally or having a hard time, please call or the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988 to find resources in your area. If you have a youth experiencing a mental health crisis, call: 1-800-969-4357.

To assist those in need, the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) offers several avenues for support:

• 911: In cases of overdose or medical emergencies, dial or text 911.
• Delaware 211: Dial 2-1-1 or visit delaware211.org for free, confidential assistance in multiple languages.
• Delaware Hope Line: Call 1-833-9-HOPEDE (1-833-946-7333) for 24/7 access to resources, support, and crisis assistance.
• Bridge Clinics: Explore treatment services and resources in Delaware and neighboring states. In-person assessments are available at locations in New Castle, Kent, and Sussex counties.
• Treatment Connection: Find nearby treatment providers at TreatmentConnection.com.
• 988: For immediate crisis support, dial 988.
• Narcan Training and OpiRescueDE App: Information on Narcan training and accessing medication is available online.