Northern Kentucky · Kentucky SAMHSA Network
Local rehab centers, detox facilities, MAT/Suboxone clinics, and outpatient programs serving Covington, Erlanger, Independence, Edgewood, Elsmere, and surrounding Kenton County communities. Verified 2025.
Local Facilities
Kenton County has the most concentrated treatment infrastructure in NKY, centered in Covington. Hours verified 2025.
Medical Detox (24/7) · Residential · Outpatient · MAT
Outpatient · MAT / Suboxone · Individual & Group Counseling
Outpatient · MAT / Suboxone · IOP · Counseling
Outpatient · IOP · Individual Therapy · Co-Occurring Disorders
Residential (Long-Term) · Peer Support · Life Skills
What to Know
Kenton County is home to the only dedicated 24/7 medical detox facility in Northern Kentucky: Transitions Inc. in Covington. This is a critical resource for the entire NKY region, not just Kenton County residents.
When you call (859) 359-9456, a staff member will ask about the substances involved, how long you've been using, and your current physical state. This phone assessment takes about 10–15 minutes and helps them determine your medical risk level and bed priority.
Detox at Transitions typically runs 3–7 days for opioid withdrawal and 5–10 days for alcohol or benzodiazepine withdrawal. Medical staff monitor vital signs and administer medications to manage withdrawal symptoms. You will not be left to "white knuckle" it.
After detox, Transitions can connect you directly to their own residential program on campus — which eliminates the gap between detox and the next level of care, a common point where people fall through.
Important: If you cannot reach Transitions or there is no bed available, St. Elizabeth Healthcare's emergency departments in Edgewood and Covington can medically manage acute withdrawal. Go to the ER if you are in physical crisis — do not wait.
Step-by-Step
If you drink heavily every day, use opioids daily, or take benzodiazepines (Xanax, Klonopin, Valium), you likely need medical detox before outpatient treatment. Call Transitions at (859) 359-9456 — available 24/7. They will guide you from there.
If opioid use is the primary issue and you don't need inpatient detox, BrightView Covington (2107 Madison Ave) or Erlanger (3615 Dixie Hwy) accept walk-ins. Morning arrival recommended. Bring photo ID and insurance card.
Kentucky Medicaid covers most treatment with no out-of-pocket cost. Uninsured? NKY ASAP has treatment vouchers: (859) 577-2273. Don't wait on insurance paperwork to make your first call to a provider — they deal with this daily.
Most Kenton County providers can see you within 48–72 hours for an initial assessment. Bring: photo ID, insurance card, list of medications. Plan for 1–2 hours. Your provider will recommend the right level of care based on the assessment.
NA meetings run throughout Covington and Erlanger — find them at barcna.com. TANK buses serve most NKY treatment locations — ask your provider about transportation assistance. Peer support specialists are available through most Kenton County providers.
Local Questions
Yes. The Transitions Inc. detox line at (859) 359-9456 is answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. However, bed availability is not guaranteed — call before arriving. They will conduct a brief phone assessment and let you know if space is available or estimate wait time. Weekend calls are common — don't hesitate to call at 2 AM if you're in crisis.
Both offer MAT/Suboxone and counseling with Medicaid accepted. Key differences: Covington (2107 Madison Ave) is in central Covington with better bus access; Erlanger (3615 Dixie Hwy) has extended hours until 6 PM on weekdays and offers IOP group programming. If you work a day shift, Erlanger's evening hours are more practical. If you don't have transportation, Covington is on the TANK bus line.
Yes. Kenton County District Court operates drug court and a family court recovery program. If you have pending charges in Kenton County, ask your public defender or attorney about drug court eligibility — it's a treatment-based alternative to incarceration. Call the Kenton County District Court clerk at (859) 292-6321 for general drug court information.
TANK (Transit Authority of Northern Kentucky) serves Covington and Erlanger with multiple routes. BrightView Covington on Madison Ave is near TANK Route 21. Transitions Inc. on Dixie Hwy is served by several routes. Ask your treatment provider about transportation assistance — some programs have relationships with local transport services. NKY ASAP at (859) 577-2273 can sometimes help with transportation for uninsured residents accessing treatment.
Relapse during treatment is common and does not mean treatment has failed. Contact your provider immediately — most NKY treatment programs will not discharge you for a single relapse. If you are on MAT (Suboxone/methadone), continue taking your medication and call your clinic. If you are not on MAT and have relapsed on opioids, your overdose risk is elevated — consider MAT if you haven't already. Call NKYODCP at (859) 957-0038 for guidance.
Regional Coverage
Florence, Burlington. BrightView Florence walk-in, Ethan Health Burlington, Brighton Center.
Newport, Alexandria. Brighton Center Newport, Recovery Kentucky, Centerstone.
Cincinnati. CAT, Talbert House, BrightView. Note: Ohio Medicaid required at most OH facilities.
