Emergency shelter tonight in Delaware
The short answer
Dial 211 and say you need a place to sleep tonight. If someone is hurting you, call 302 762 6110 (New Castle County) or 302 422 8058 (Kent and Sussex). Veterans can call 1 877 424 3838. Youth can call 1 800 786 2929.
Need help tonight?
Call 211 first
Delaware 211 can tell you about shelters and warming options near you, and what is open tonight.
"I need a safe place to sleep tonight. I'm near [city or ZIP]. It's [just me / me and my kids]."
"What time is check in, and what should I bring?"
Official pages: delaware211.org, hud.gov/states/delaware
If someone is hurting you
Delaware's domestic violence hotlines help with emergency safety and shelter: New Castle County 302 762 6110, Kent and Sussex Counties 302 422 8058 (Spanish 302 745 9874). The Delaware Coalition Against Domestic Violence lists shelters.
Official pages: dvcc.delaware.gov/victim-service-resources, dcadv.org/get-help/domestic-violence-shelters.html
Youth and veterans
- Young people who ran away or can't go home: National Runaway Safeline, 1 800 786 2929, 24 hours.
- Veterans who are homeless or about to be: VA National Call Center for Homeless Veterans, 1 877 424 3838, 24 hours.
Official pages: 1800runaway.org, va.gov/homeless
What to bring if you can
- Any ID you have, and papers for your kids.
- Medicines in their bottles.
- A phone charger.
- A change of clothes and a small bag you can carry.
More help in Delaware
Sources last checked October 27, 2026. If something has changed, please tell us so we can fix it.
Nothing here is a promise of a bed, money or a spot in any program. Each place decides who it can serve. You choose what feels right for you.