If you live in Westerville and need to safely withdraw from alcohol, opioids, benzodiazepines or other drugs, The Recovery Village Columbus offers 24/7 medically monitored detox at its campus in Groveport, about 22 miles south along the east side of I-270. The facility is Joint Commission–accredited and has no Westerville office. Call (614) 362-1686 to begin a confidential pre-assessment and insurance check. Same-day admission may be available when medically appropriate.

Westerville straddles two counties, so help depends on your address

Westerville sits on both sides of the Franklin–Delaware county line. Delaware County lists Westerville among the cities that are partly within its borders. The rest of the city is in Franklin County. In practice, the county you live in decides which behavioral health board, crisis line and naloxone program serves you. That split can confuse families trying to find help quickly.

The overdose picture differs sharply between the two counties:

  • Franklin County: Franklin County Public Health reported that 467 county residents died of an overdose in 2024. Opioids were involved in 370 of those deaths. That was down from 688 in 2023.
  • Delaware County: The Delaware Public Health District’s preliminary 2024 report counted 19 resident overdose deaths, down from 20 in 2023 and 36 at the 2021 peak. Fentanyl was found in most of those deaths, and cocaine and xylazine also appeared. The same report counted 239 emergency department visits for suspected overdose among Delaware County residents in 2024.

Those numbers are lower than a few years ago, but each one is someone’s family member. For statewide context, see our Ohio overdose statistics page.

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Where Westerville residents can turn right now

If you live on the Delaware County side

  • HelpLine: The Delaware-Morrow Mental Health and Recovery Services Board tells anyone in a mental health crisis to call 911 or HelpLine at 1-800-684-2324.
  • Free naloxone: The Delaware Public Health District gives out free naloxone kits at the front desk of its office at 470 S. Sandusky Street in Delaware (740-368-1700). It also runs 24/7 public access points, including a naloxone vending machine in the Delaware County Jail lobby at 844 US-42 N. Kits can also be mailed through a state program.

If you live on the Franklin County side

  • Netcare Access: Netcare is funded by the ADAMH Board of Franklin County. It runs a 24/7 crisis line at 614-276-CARE (2273) and offers crisis and substance use assessment.
  • Free naloxone by mail: Franklin County Public Health (614-525-3160) mails naloxone and fentanyl test strips to Ohio residents who complete a short online training.

Anywhere in Westerville

Call, text or chat 988 any time. The 988 Lifeline says its counselors can help with alcohol and drug use concerns as well as emotional distress. If someone is unresponsive or not breathing normally, call 911 and give naloxone if you have it.

The drive from Westerville to Groveport

The Recovery Village Columbus is at 3964 Hamilton Square Blvd, Groveport, OH 43125, about a mile southeast of I-270. From uptown Westerville the trip is roughly 22 miles. Most drivers take State Street (SR 3) south to I-270, follow the outerbelt south along Columbus’s east side to US-33 East, and exit at Hamilton Road (SR 317). Because the whole trip runs on the outerbelt, you avoid downtown traffic, though I-270 can back up at peak hours.

Before you leave Westerville:

  • Arrange a ride. Driving while in withdrawal, or right after last use, isn’t safe.
  • Call ahead. Walk-ins are accepted 24/7, but walk-in admission depends on availability and scheduled admissions take priority. A pre-assessment and insurance verification are required first.
  • Bring a list of your medications, your ID and your insurance card. Belongings are searched at intake, and prohibited items are stored until you leave.

What happens during detox

Detox begins with an evaluation by the 24-hour nursing staff, and patients are medically monitored around the clock. The program manages withdrawal from alcohol, heroin and prescription opioids (including fentanyl), benzodiazepines, stimulants and sleep medications. For alcohol withdrawal, clinicians may use medications such as chlordiazepoxide (Librium), diazepam (Valium) or lorazepam (Ativan). How long detox lasts depends on the substance and your health; the medical team will give you an estimate after your evaluation.

That supervision matters. The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism says that suddenly stopping after prolonged heavy drinking can lead to painful or even potentially life-threatening withdrawal. Read more about alcohol withdrawal and detox.

Detox is a starting point, not the whole treatment. The American Society of Addiction Medicine says withdrawal management alone is not an effective treatment for alcohol use disorder. On the same campus, which opened in 2017 on 6.5 acres, patients can move into residential rehabilitation, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient or medication-assisted treatment. Inpatient mental health care is also available. See the full medical detox program.

One safety note for opioid users heading home to Westerville: public health guidance warns that overdose risk rises when tolerance is down after detox. Keep naloxone at home, even if you plan never to use again.

Insurance

The Recovery Village Columbus is in network with Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio, UBH/Optum and other plans. Check your coverage or visit admissions to get started.

Westerville detox FAQ

How far is The Recovery Village Columbus from Westerville?

It’s roughly 22 miles from uptown Westerville to the Groveport campus. The route follows I-270 south and US-33 East to the Hamilton Road exit. There is no facility in Westerville itself.

Which county services apply to me in Westerville?

It depends on your address. Delaware County residents use the Delaware-Morrow board’s HelpLine (1-800-684-2324) and the Delaware Public Health District. Franklin County residents use Netcare (614-276-2273) and Franklin County Public Health. The 988 Lifeline serves everyone.

Where can I get free naloxone near Westerville?

Franklin County Public Health mails free naloxone to Ohio residents after a short online training. The Delaware Public Health District gives out free kits at its Delaware office and at 24/7 access points in Delaware County.

Can a family member call on my behalf?

A family member can call (614) 362-1686 to ask about the process and insurance. Before admission, the person entering treatment will still need to complete a pre-assessment and insurance verification.

Sources

  1. Delaware County, Ohio. “About Us.” Accessed September 25, 2026. https://co.delaware.oh.us/aboutus/
  2. Franklin County Public Health. “OFR Quarterly Newsletter – April 2025.” April 24, 2025. Accessed September 25, 2026. https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/OHFCPH/bulletins/3dd7da9
  3. Delaware Public Health District. “2024 Annual Accidental Overdose Report.” 2025. Accessed September 25, 2026. https://www.delawarehealth.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/2024-Overdose-Annual-Report.pdf
  4. Delaware Public Health District. “Overdose Prevention.” Accessed September 25, 2026. https://www.delawarehealth.org/overdose-prevention/
  5. Delaware-Morrow Mental Health and Recovery Services Board. “Contact.” Accessed September 25, 2026. https://dmmhrsb.org/contact
  6. ADAMH Board of Franklin County. “Netcare Access.” Accessed September 25, 2026. https://adamhfranklin.org/provider/netcare/
  7. Franklin County Public Health. “Naloxone.” Accessed September 25, 2026. https://myfcph.org/naloxone/
  8. 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. “988 Lifeline.” Accessed September 25, 2026. https://988lifeline.org/
  9. National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism. “Treatment for Alcohol Problems: Finding and Getting Help.” February 2025. Accessed September 25, 2026. https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/publications/brochures-and-fact-sheets/treatment-alcohol-problems-finding-and-getting-help
  10. American Society of Addiction Medicine. “Alcohol Withdrawal Management Guideline.” Accessed September 25, 2026. https://www.asam.org/quality-care/clinical-guidelines/alcohol-withdrawal-management-guideline
  11. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. “SAMHSA Opioid Overdose Prevention Toolkit: Facts for Community Members.” 2016. Accessed September 25, 2026. https://library.samhsa.gov/sites/default/files/d7/priv/sma16-4742.pdf
  12. The Recovery Village Columbus. “Medical Detox,” “Walk-In Admissions,” “Our Facility,” and “About Us.” Accessed September 25, 2026. https://www.columbusrecoverycenter.com/treatment-programs/medical-detox/