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Clark County recorded 27 overdose deaths in 2024, down from 52 in 2023 and the lowest since local fatality reviews began in 2015, according to the Clark County Combined Health District. The Clark-Greene-Madison recovery board and McKinley Hall provide care, and SCAT buses run weekdays. Here is how to start.
Last updated: Sat Oct 03 2026 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Springfield is the seat of Clark County, a manufacturing city on the Mad River roughly midway between Dayton and Columbus. After a decade in which local overdose deaths sometimes topped 100 a year, the county hit its lowest count on record in 2024. Here is the local picture, who provides care, and how to get there.
What the local data show
Clark County is home to about 134,985 people; roughly 58,138 live in Springfield. The Clark County Combined Health District overdose fatality review counted 27 overdose deaths in 2024, down from 52 in 2023 - the lowest total since the review committee began in 2015. For context, deaths peaked at 105 in 2017, fell, then climbed back to 79 in 2021 before the recent run of declines.
The report also maps where deaths happen. In 2024, 63.5% of overdose deaths occurred at the person's own home, and the ZIP code with the most fatalities was 45505, on Springfield's southeast side. The 45505 and 45503 ZIP codes have recorded the highest cumulative totals over the decade.
Clark County has also made naloxone easier to reach. The health district operates free Narcan stands - including at its Home Road office, 529 East Home Road, and at Southern Village on Sunset Avenue - and added a Narcan vending machine at the Salvation Army at 15 South Plum Street, all at no cost to the public.
Who provides treatment in Springfield
The Mental Health & Recovery Board of Clark, Greene & Madison Counties plans, funds, and monitors public behavioral health services across the three counties. Its office is at 1055 East High Street, Springfield, OH 45505, phone 937-322-0648, and it can point you to a funded provider that fits your situation.
McKinley Hall is a long-running Springfield treatment provider at 2624 Lexington Avenue, phone 937-328-5300. It is certified by the Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services and describes a gender-specific program lineup that includes men's and women's outpatient care, medication-assisted treatment with Suboxone, Subutex, and Vivitrol, men's residential treatment, and transitional and supportive housing. Its walk-in assessments run Monday through Thursday, first-come, first-served between 10:00 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. - bring an ID or a bill showing your address, plus an insurance card if you have one.
For a broader search, the SAMHSA treatment locator lists about 33 substance use treatment facilities within 25 miles of central Springfield. Search from ZIP code 45505 and filter by service type and payment option.
Getting to appointments
Springfield City Area Transit (SCAT) runs fixed bus routes throughout the city Monday through Friday from 6:40 a.m. to 6:40 p.m.
- Dial-A-Ride, a curb-to-curb service open to the public by appointment, costs $4.00 per person, one way.
- ADA paratransit for riders with disabilities starts at $2.00 depending on the route zones travelled and requires pre-certification.
Because most treatment is outpatient and requires repeat visits, ask a program about transportation help before your first appointment - and if you are on Medicaid, ask your managed-care plan about rides to covered appointments.
Paying for treatment
Ohio Medicaid covers substance use disorder services for eligible members, and Ohio expanded Medicaid in 2014. Clark County's unemployment rate was 3.8% in August 2026 (preliminary) per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
If you have no insurance, ask whether a program can apply to the Clark, Greene and Madison Mental Health Recovery Board for payment assistance - McKinley Hall, for example, says it will. SAMHSA's National Helpline (1-800-662-4357) also gives free, confidential referrals.
How to start today
- In a medical emergency, call 911. For a mental health or substance use crisis, call or text 988.
- Call or text (800) 653-9376 to speak with a treatment specialist, or use this form:
Calling is free; the referral service is paid for by treatment providers, and we check your benefits before you commit.
- Contact the Mental Health & Recovery Board at 937-322-0648 for a referral, or call McKinley Hall at 937-328-5300.
- Search findtreatment.gov from ZIP code 45505, and ask SCAT about a ride.
Clark County's overdose deaths are at their lowest point since local officials began tracking them. Turning that curve into an individual recovery starts with one call.
Questions about rehab in Springfield
How many overdose deaths does Clark County have?
The Clark County Combined Health District's Overdose Fatality Review reported 27 overdose deaths in 2024, down from 52 in 2023 and the lowest count since the review committee began in 2015. Deaths peaked at 105 in 2017 and rose to 79 in 2021 before declining.
Where can I get addiction treatment in Springfield, Ohio?
McKinley Hall, at 2624 Lexington Avenue, is a Springfield substance use treatment provider certified by the Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services, offering outpatient care, medication-assisted treatment, and residential treatment for men. Walk-in assessments are offered Monday through Thursday.
Does Ohio Medicaid cover rehab in Springfield?
Yes. Ohio expanded Medicaid in 2014, and Ohio Medicaid covers substance use disorder treatment for eligible members. If you have no insurance, McKinley Hall and other providers may apply to the Clark, Greene and Madison Mental Health Recovery Board to help with payment, so ask about that.
How do I get to appointments without a car in Springfield?
Springfield City Area Transit (SCAT) runs fixed routes Monday through Friday from 6:40 a.m. to 6:40 p.m. Dial-A-Ride curb-to-curb service costs $4 per person one way, and ADA paratransit starts at $2 depending on the route zone travelled.
Is it dangerous to stop opioids or benzodiazepines suddenly?
Yes. After regular use, stopping opioids or benzodiazepines abruptly can be dangerous and sometimes life-threatening. Withdrawal should be managed with medical supervision. Call 911 if someone is unresponsive or having trouble breathing.