New Castle, Delaware

New Castle, Delaware, in New Castle county, is 5 miles S of Wilmington, Delaware (center to center) and 29 miles SW of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Part of the surrounding Wilmington - Newark metro area, the city is not an isolated city. New Castle is home to some 4,862 residents.

The People and Families of New Castle

In New Castle, about 50% of adults are married.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, New Castle had a median family income of $56,368. More so than most places, the people in New Castle generally have good jobs with good salaries. Fewer people in the city are poor than in most places in Delaware. Impressively, having a college education is normal in New Castle. It's worth saying that successful single folks are not uncommon in the city.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($9,750) among 2004 Presidential candidates in New Castle. The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

New Castle Housing

According to the 2000 census, 78% of the housing in New Castle was owner-occupied. If you want a nice house, or any home in a nice city, you usually need to pay higher property taxes. It's no different here.

Commuting

In New Castle, 93% of commuters drive to work. Unlike a lot of places, in New Castle it is actually possible for many people to ride their bikes to work, or even walk.

Nearby Cities and Towns

LocationPop.Median Family
Income (2000)
New Castle4,862$56,368
Elsmere5,800$46,357
Middletown6,161$47,270
Newark28,547$75,188
Wilmington72,664$40,241

High Points

New Castle strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Delaware):

CategoryTrophy
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)
Top 5%New Castle Well-Paid Single Women
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 9%New Castle Public Transportation Use
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)
Top 10%New Castle Racial Diversity
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)
Top 11%New Castle Well-Paid Single Men
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)
Top 14%New Castle Median Family Income
College Educated Adults
(vs. Peers)
Top 14%New Castle College Educated Adults
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)
Top 17%New Castle People in Middle Class or Better
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. Peers)
Top 18%New Castle Low Rate of Poverty


The listings in New Castle, Delaware and surrounding areas provide the following services:

(6) Drug/Alcohol Detoxification
(5) Methadone Maintenance
(4) Methadone Detoxification
(15) Outpatient
(10) Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders
(3) Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum
(4) Females
(5) Males
(3) Mental Health Services
(2) Hospital Inpatient
(6) Teens and Adolescents
(9) American Sign Language
(6) Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment
(5) Spanish Speaking
(3) Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment
(3) Persons with HIV/AIDS
(6) Clients With Legal Issues
(2) Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services
(3) Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders
(1) Halfway House
(2) Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less
(1) Gay and Lesbian
(1) Seniors/Older Adults
(1) General Health Services



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Are you battling an addiction to drugs or alcohol and live in New Castle, Delaware? Do you have a friend or family member that is addicted to drugs or alcohol in New Castle and you don't know where to turn to for help? Addiction to any substance can be a very dark and lonely place, not just for the abuser but for anyone that cares about them. All hope is not lost; there are effective solutions out there. We can help you find an Alcohol Treatment or Drug Rehab Facility in New Castle that will be appropriate for your treatment needs.

An Alcohol Treatment or Drug Rehabilitation Facility in New Castle is a perfect solution for the treatment of drug addiction and alcoholism. Treatment will be geared towards helping the individual overcome their need to fix problems in their life with drugs and alcohol. Once they can grasp this, they will be able to cope with life situations more appropriately and resolve their problems without substances.

There are a variety of approaches to addiction treatment. Examples offered in New Castle are Outpatient Drug and Alcohol Rehab Programs, Long-term Drug Rehab Programs, Short-term Drug and Alcohol Rehabs, Inpatient Drug Rehab Centers, support group meetings, drug counseling, halfway houses and sober living.

Alcohol Rehab or Drug Rehabilitation Centers in New Castle will target both the physical and psychological aspects of addiction. Individuals are treated for physical addiction by undergoing a detoxification program in New Castle, Delaware to assist with the uncomfortable withdrawal symptoms which result when an addict discontinues use of a substance they are addicted to. Continued use of a psychoactive substance over time causes the brain to adapt to the presence of the drug, making the desired effect minimal. Physical tolerance to drugs such as heroin, amphetamines, cocaine, nicotine and alcohol develops in this way. Over time, more and more of the addictive drug is required to get the same effect. Quitting an addictive drug abruptly causes serious withdrawal symptoms, which may take the body weeks or months to return to normal function. Withdrawing from hardcore drugs such as heroin can cause extremely severe and painful withdrawal symptoms, which can last for quite some time.

A Drug Rehab or Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility in New Castle will be able to administer a professional detox as well as assistance with psychological issues. These underlying psychological issues are at the root of all drug and alcohol addiction problems. Addressing this head on will decrease the chances of relapse and increase the chances of a fully rehabilitated and contributing member of society. An Alcohol Rehab or Drug Rehabilitation Center in New Castle, DE. has proven to be the most successful method for treating an individual with a severe drug addiction problem. An Alcohol Rehabilitation or Drug Rehab Program in New Castle, follows a rigid, comprehensive program to ensure a successful recovery. This program addresses every aspect of addiction and every area where the person could be having trouble.

To ensure a lasting recovery, the individual must gain the knowledge, abilities and "life tools" to change their behavior and reaction to situations. The individual's program will be focused on strategies for returning home to New Castle, from a Drug Treatment or Alcohol Rehabilitation Center and even running into prior drug using friends or acquaintances in New Castle. Upon completion of their program, the individual will be able to deal with the reminders and triggers in New Castle which may have prompted their drug use, as these same triggers can produce psychological stressors. These psychological stressors, if not addressed, can make it very hard for an individual to control their response to drug using impulses. Research has shown that an addict shows changes in the way their brain functions after having discontinued using drugs and/or alcohol. Because of this, even an individual with the best of intentions may find it extremely hard to overcome drug addiction or alcoholism without professional addiction treatment.

So you can see that a recovering addict has a lot to deal with when deciding to kick the habit. With triggers, drug cravings, and changes in the way their brain functions due to habitual drug use, seeking help at an Alcohol Rehabilitation or Drug Rehab Facility to successfully recovery from drug and alcohol addiction is a no-brainer.

A person that is serious about the decision to get sober should enroll in an Alcohol Rehabilitation or Drug Treatment Center in New Castle, DE. Why fail again on your own? Why lose another friend or push a family member even further away? Why beg, cheat, and steal just to get drugs or alcohol, risking legal problems and jail time? You don't have to be depressed and unhappy because of excessive drug or alcohol use. There is help available, even for the most severe addicts.

Getting Help

Call toll free 855 Stop-Drugs (855-786-7378) and speak to a professional Registered Addiction Specialist or simply fill out the New Castle, Delaware Alcohol Treatment or Drug Rehab Program request form and counselor will contact you shortly.

There are 3 local Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehabilitation Centers in New Castle, Delaware. We have also provided 17 additional Alcohol Rehabilitation and Drug Treatment Programs that are closest geographically to New Castle:

ARS New Castle LLC New Castle, DE
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Addiction Recovery Faciltity
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Methadone Detoxification, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Methadone Maintenance, Males, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Focus Healthcare at Meadow Wood New Castle, DE
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Hospital Inpatient, Mental Health Services
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicare, Private health insurance
Meadow Wood Behavioral Health System New Castle, DE
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehab Center
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Hospital Inpatient, Mental Health Services, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Cornerstone Alcohol and Drug Delaware City, DE 3.5 miles from New Castle
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehabilitation and Drug Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Males, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Medicaid, Medicare
Advanced Treatment Systems (ATS) Claymont, DE 4.7 miles from New Castle
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: Methadone Detoxification, Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Open Door Inc Claymont, DE 4.7 miles from New Castle
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Churches Take a Corner Inc Wilmington, DE 5.1 miles from New Castle
Primary Service: Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Rehab Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Clients With Legal Issues, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Gay and Lesbian, Halfway House, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Males, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less, Seniors/Older Adults, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Hogar CREA International Inc of DE Wilmington, DE 5.1 miles from New Castle
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Males, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Spanish Speaking
Brandywine Counseling Inc Newark, DE 5.5 miles from New Castle
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Program
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Methadone Detoxification, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance
SODAT Delaware Inc Wilmington, DE 6.3 miles from New Castle
Primary Service: Drug Rehab and Alcohol Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Clients With Legal Issues, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
Catholic Charities Behavioral Health Wilmington, DE 6.7 miles from New Castle
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Addiction Recovery Program
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Mental Health Services, Outpatient, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance
Crossroads of Delaware Inc Wilmington, DE 6.7 miles from New Castle
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility
Services Offered: Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Latin American Community Center Wilmington, DE 6.7 miles from New Castle
Primary Service: Drug Rehab and Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility
Services Offered: Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Wilmington Veterans Affairs Med Center Wilmington, DE 6.7 miles from New Castle
Primary Service: Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Rehab Facility
Services Offered: General Health Services, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicare, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Brandywine Counseling Newark, DE 6.7 miles from New Castle
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Recovery Facility
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Methadone Detoxification, Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance
Aquila of Delaware Wilmington, DE 7.0 miles from New Castle
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehab Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
North East Treatment Centers Wilmington, DE 7.0 miles from New Castle
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Treatment Program
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Pace Inc Wilmington, DE 7.0 miles from New Castle
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehabilitation and Drug Rehab Program
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
Brandywine Counseling and Wilmington, DE 8.2 miles from New Castle
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Recovery Program
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Methadone Maintenance, Males, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Aquila of Delaware Substance Abuse Middletown, DE 11.7 miles from New Castle
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Rehab
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance

Did You Know? ...
Interesting Facts and Statistics:

Rates of current alcohol use were 62.0 percent for full time employed adults aged 18 or older in 2006, higher than the rate for unemployed adults (52.1 percent). However, the pattern was different for binge and heavy alcohol use. Rates of binge and heavy use for unemployed persons were 34.2 and 12.2 percent, respectively, while these rates were 29.7 and 8.9 percent for full time employed persons.

In 2006, there were 3.1 million persons aged 12 or older who had used cigars for the first time in the past 12 months, similar to the number in 2005 (3.3 million). However, this estimate reflects a significant increase in the number of initiates from 2003 (2.7 million). Among past year cigar initiates aged 12 to 49, the average age at first use was lower in 2006 (19.9 years) than in 2005 (21.2 years).

With prolonged amphetamine use, the short-term effects are exaggerated.

Some studies show that Ecstasy may be neurotoxic in humans.

Rolled up banknotes, hollowed-out pens, cut straws, pointed ends of keys, specialized spoons, long fingernails, and (clean) tampon applicators are often used to insufflate cocaine. Such devices are often called "tooters" by users. The cocaine typically is poured onto a flat, hard surface (such as a mirror, CD case or book) and divided into "bumps", "lines" or "rails", and then insufflated.

People's perceptions of the risk of binge drinking were moderately related to their actual rates of binge drinking at the State level in 2002. Six of the States with the highest rates of binge use of alcohol in 2002 also were States with the lowest perceived risk of binge drinking for the population aged 12 or older. Five out of ten States with the lowest perceived risk were common to all three age groups (12 to 17, 18 to 25, and 26 or older) and for persons aged 12 or older: Maine, Montana, New Hampshire, North Dakota, and Wisconsin. The States in the highest fifth of rates of perceived risk (aged 12 or older) were either from the South (seven States) or the West (three States).


The following survey was completed by residents of New Castle, Delaware as part of the USNODRUGS monitoring program. The survey below is a representation of perceptual drug and alcohol usage rates in New Castle, Delaware. We cannot guarantee complete accuracy, but our monitoring team uses the highest standards for survey compilation.
You do not have to answer all of the survey questions, you should only answer questions that are relevant to your thoughts and experiences.
Survey results as of May 1, 2012
Perception of marijuana in New Castle, Delaware.
Do you believe that using marijuana can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
80%
12%
8%
Marijuana use in New Castle, Delaware.
Have you used marijuana in your lifetime?
No
Yes
76%
24%
Have you used marijuana in the past month?
No
Yes
82%
18%
Do you use marijuana regularly?
Maybe
No
Yes
1%
90%
9%
Perception of Alcohol in New Castle, Delaware.
Do you believe that drinking alcohol can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
1%
2%
97%
Have you had a binge drinking experience in the past month?
No
Yes
77%
23%
Do you consume alcohol daily?
Maybe
No
Yes
4%
93%
3%
How old were you when you first experimented with alcohol?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
3%
20%
51%
26%
What motivated you to use drugs or alcohol for the first time in New Castle, Delaware?
Boredom
Curiousity
Drugs were all around
Family problem
Hopelessness
It was easy to get
None of the above
Peer Pressure
To fit in
Unhappiness
1%
13%
1%
0%
1%
1%
65%
9%
3%
6%
Most common first drug experience in New Castle, Delaware?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
17%
5%
3%
3%
2%
3%
13%
3%
11%
5%
26%
9%
Use of drugs and alcohol in New Castle, Delaware schools.
Have you ever gone to school in New Castle, Delaware under the influence of marijuana?
Maybe
No
Yes
5%
82%
13%
Have you ever gone to school in New Castle, Delaware under the influence of alcohol?
Maybe
No
Yes
11%
83%
6%
What is the most common drug used in your school in New Castle, Delaware?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
21%
5%
2%
6%
2%
5%
11%
3%
7%
10%
21%
7%
Your Age?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
10%
9%
57%
24%
Your Gender?
Female
Male
36%
64%
Surveys updated monthly.

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