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Shalom House

305 North Governors Avenue, Dover, DE 19901

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Levels of care3 programsInpatient
Payment—
AgesAdultsAll genders
MATNot listed
LanguagesEnglish
AccreditationState licensed

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State licensed & listed with SAMHSA4 / 4.0
Accreditation0 / 1.8
Levels of care0.6 / 2.1
Patient ratings0.75 / 1.5
Insurance & payment access0 / 0.6

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About Shalom House

Located at 305 North Governors Avenue in Dover, Delaware, Shalom House is a nonprofit addiction treatment program.

Care options include residential (inpatient) treatment, co-occurring (dual diagnosis) mental health treatment, and transitional or sober living housing. Clinicians use approaches such as brief intervention, contingency management/motivational incentives, relapse prevention, and 12-step facilitation.

Payment options include government funding for people who qualify. Coverage depends on your specific plan, so verify benefits before admission.

The program accepts young adults, adults, and seniors. It offers specialized groups for men, veterans, active duty military, members of military families, and criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients.

Shalom House is licensed or certified by the state substance use treatment agency.

Programs & levels of care

Treatment approaches

  • Brief intervention
  • Contingency management/motivational incentives
  • Relapse prevention
  • 12-step facilitation

Insurance & payment

MedicaidNot listed
MedicareNot listed
Private InsuranceNot listed
Military Insurance (TRICARE)Not listed
Cash / Self-PayNot listed
Sliding Scale FeesNot listed
State-Funded / Low-CostNot listed
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How Shalom House compares

  • ✓Offers residential treatment: only 3 of 9 programs in Dover do.

Closest alternatives

  1. Oxford House MurdockDover · under 1 mi
  2. Oxford House ChekovDover · under 1 mi
  3. Oxford House ReliantDover · under 1 mi

Based on SAMHSA-listed programs in our directory. Rankings use the StartDrugRehab Score; facilities can't pay to change them. Distances are straight-line.

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Who they serve & support services

Specialized groups

  • Adult men
  • Veterans
  • Active duty military
  • Members of military families
  • Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients
  • Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders
  • Clients who have experienced sexual abuse
  • Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence
  • Clients who have experienced trauma

Recovery support

  • Self-help groups
  • Housing services
  • Assistance with obtaining social services
  • Mentoring/peer support
  • Employment counseling or training

Counseling & education

  • Substance use disorder education
  • Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling
  • Vocational training or educational support (for example, high school coursework, GED preparation, etc.) 

Ancillary services

  • Case management service
  • Social skills development
  • Transportation assistance
Licensing & accreditationState substance use treatment agency
Ages acceptedYoung Adults, Adults, Seniors
Operated byPrivate non-profit organization

Treatment access in Kent County, DE

11Treatment facilities
0Offer detox
8Buprenorphine or methadone
4Offer 24-hour care

Kent County, DE has 11 SAMHSA-listed addiction treatment facilities for 192,690 residents. No facility in the county lists detox services, so people who need medically supervised withdrawal usually have to travel to another county first. 53 people died of a drug overdose in the county in the 12 months to March 2026 (CDC provisional data): 27.5 per 100,000 residents, compared with 25.3 statewide.

Source: StartDrugRehab Treatment Deserts 2026, built from SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov, U.S. Census 2024 population estimates and CDC overdose data. Counts are SAMHSA-listed facilities only.

Location

Address305 North Governors Avenue
Dover, DE 19901
Facility's own phone302-730-0800
Websitefindserenity.org

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Questions about Shalom House

What services does Shalom House offer?

Shalom House lists the following levels of care: inpatient / residential, dual diagnosis, and sober living / transitional housing. Services can change, so confirm current programs before admission.

Does Shalom House accept insurance?

According to SAMHSA data, Shalom House accepts federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs. Your exact coverage depends on your plan and network status. You can check your benefits with your insurer, or call (833) 589-6933 for a free benefits check.

Does Shalom House offer detox?

Shalom House does not list detox services. If you need medically supervised withdrawal first, see detox programs or call (833) 589-6933 for help finding one.

Is Shalom House licensed?

Shalom House reports licensing or certification from: State substance use treatment agency.

Who does Shalom House treat?

Shalom House accepts young adults, adults, and seniors. Specialized groups include adult men, veterans, active duty military, members of military families, and criminal justice (other than dui/dwi)/forensic clients.

How many addiction treatment programs are in Kent County, DE?

Kent County, DE has 11 SAMHSA-listed treatment facilities for about 192,690 residents: 0 list detox services, 8 offer buprenorphine or methadone treatment and 4 offer 24-hour care (2026 data).

What are the closest alternatives to Shalom House?

The nearest other SAMHSA-listed programs are Oxford House Murdock (Dover, under 1 miles), Oxford House Chekov (Dover, under 1 miles), and Oxford House Reliant (Dover, under 1 miles). Distances are straight-line.

How do I get admitted to Shalom House or a similar program?

Admission usually starts with a phone screening and insurance check, followed by an assessment. You can contact Shalom House directly at 302-730-0800. Our admissions helpline at (833) 589-6933 can connect you with a licensed treatment provider, which may not be Shalom House. Our helpline is not affiliated with Shalom House.

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