Courses/Programs offered
event_available Cornerstone West Community Development Corporation (CDC)
Cornerstone West Community Development Corporation (CDC) was established by a partnership between St. Francis Hospital and West End Neighborhood House in 1999, focusing primarily on housing development for low- to moderate-income families. Cornerstone West CDC develops housing that meets the needs of New Castle County’s low to moderate-income families and serves as a proactive catalyst for community revitalization in Wilmington’s West Side. Cornerstone’s housing development strategy focuses on meeting the diversity of West Side’s housing needs to strengthen and preserve this mixed-income community. Now, they provide a variety of community programming and resources.
event_available Stand by Me Financial Coaching
Stand By Me offers free support to all Delawareans to help them understand more about their money, make good financial decisions, and reach peace of mind. Our personal financial coaching is a confidential one-on-one relationship with a knowledgeable financial coach to help you :
- Identify financial goals
- Map out a plan of action
- Create a working budget
- Develop new habits and break old ones
- Deal with debt collectors
- Eliminate debt.
event_available Bright Spot Farms
- Youth Apprentices Programs
- CSA Program
- The NeighborCare Fund.
event_available Educational and Employment Training
We provide :
Adult Literacy programs for ages 16 and above ,
Out of School Youth programs for 16 to 24-year-olds ,
Adult Workforce programs for those 18 years and older ,
Environmental Construction Training .
event_available Launcher Entrepreneurship Program
Launcher provides the tools to set-up or expand your business and ongoing resources to help your continued success. The Launcher program is currently serving Delaware’s communities in Wilmington’s West Side, Dover, Claymont, Bellefonte, and Edgemoor.
event_available Environmental Training Program
The Environmental Job Training Program offers employment opportunities in careers that reduce environmental contamination and provide more sustainable futures for the community, with an emphasis on reducing environmental contamination. In these free, 4-week training programs, Delaware residents can earn up to 12 professional certifications in:
- OSHA 10 (General Construction Safety)
- OSHA 40 – HAZWOPER (Hazardous Materials Technician)
- OSHA Confined Space Entry (CSE)
- Aerial Lift and Mobile Scaffolding Basics
- Scissor Lift
- Mold Remediation/Water Intrusion Worker
- Lead RRP (Renovation, Repair, and Painting)
- Forklift Operator
- Asbestos Worker
- Lock Out/Tag Out
- Soil Sampling
- Blood Borne Pathogens.
event_available Life Lines Programs
- Transitional Housing
- Permanent Supportive Housing
- Independent Living
- Drop In Center
- LGBTQ+ Safe Space Housing
- ADA compliant Home.
event_available Security Deposit Loan Program
The Statewide Security Deposit Loan Program has assisted low-moderate income families and individuals since 1993. Given that the total cost of a security deposit, first month’s rent, utility deposit, and moving expenses often exceed available resources, successful applicants can use assistance available through the program to pay for both security and utility deposits. Since inception, the security deposit program has provided loans or grants of over $2.3 million to more than 8,000 families and individuals. In addition to financial assistance, the program also provides case management.
event_available Food Closet
West End’s food closet provides a 5-day supply of non-perishable items and frozen foods (as available) to individuals and families in need. To qualify, applicants need only present a valid Delaware ID and call to make an appointment.
event_available Stand by Me Financial Coaching
Stand By Me offers free support to all Delawareans to help them understand more about their money, make good financial decisions, and reach peace of mind. Our personal financial coaching is a confidential one-on-one relationship with a knowledgeable financial coach to help you :
- Identify financial goals
- Map out a plan of action
- Create a working budget
- Develop new habits and break old ones
- Deal with debt collectors
- Eliminate debt.
event_available Childcare Center
West End Neighborhood House is a licensed Childcare Center authorized by the Office of Childcare Licensing and offers Before Care, After Care and Virtual Learning support for children ages five to 12. Our doors open at 6:30 a.m. and close at 5:50 p.m. Our staff members have each taken the necessary classes through Delaware’s Institute for Excellence in Early Childhood and are position-qualified through Delaware’s Department of Education.
event_available Delaware Prevention Coalition
The Delaware Prevention Coalition (DPC) is a collaborative group designed to build and strengthen the capacity of community partners to create safe, healthy, and drug-free communities. The Delaware Prevention Coalition plays a vital role in its mission to fight substance abuse for safe alcohol and drug-free communities throughout New Castle County, Delaware.
event_available Re-Entry Program
West End’s statewide Re-Entry program provides up to 8 weeks of rental assistance for individuals who are exiting incarceration and re-integrating into their communities. West End partners with several local organizations that provide supportive services (such as employment training) that help stabilize participants as they work toward self-sufficiency.
