RI International - Newark Recovery Response Center

RI International’s Newark Recovery Response Center in Newark, Delaware, is a vital resource offering compassionate, immediate, and sustained mental health and substance use support for adults aged 18 and older. This recovery-focused center operates 24/7 and features a unique Retreat unit, a 23-hour observation program designed to provide crisis stabilization, comprehensive clinical assessment, and medication-assisted treatment. The center blends clinical expertise with peer-powered support, creating a safe and trauma-informed environment where guests receive individualized care tailored to their recovery needs.

The Newark Recovery Response Center is committed to reducing the intensity of mental health symptoms and substance use crises through a seamless continuum of care. Services include detoxification and withdrawal management from opioids, benzodiazepines, and alcohol, alongside medication administration and psychiatric evaluations. The center’s peer support specialists, many with lived experience, work alongside clinical staff to empower guests in their recovery journey. RI International’s evidence-based approach ensures that every individual is treated with dignity, respect, and a focus on whole-person wellness. Services are available at no cost to guests, funded by the Delaware Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health, making care accessible for all who need it.