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Name	Address	Detox Service Setting	Levels Of Care
Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries	150 Stimson Street Detroit, MI 48201	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatient
John D. Dingell VA Medical Center	4646 John R Street Detroit, MI 48201	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatientAftercare+2
Lakeridge Village	15941 Fairfield Street Detroit, MI 48238	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatientDual Diagnosis+1
Nardin Park Recovery Center	9605 West Grand River Avenue Detroit, MI 48204	Detox Service Setting Outpatient Detox	Levels Of Care OutpatientAftercareDual Diagnosis
New Light Recovery Center	300 West McNichols Road Detroit, MI 48203	Detox Service Setting Outpatient Detox	Levels Of Care OutpatientDual Diagnosis
SHAR	1852 West Grand Boulevard Detroit, MI 48208	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatient
Star Center	13575 Lesure Street Detroit, MI 48227	Detox Service Setting Outpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care Outpatient
Team Wellness Centers Team East Mack Avenue	6309 Mack Avenue Detroit, MI 48207	Detox Service Setting Outpatient Detox	Levels Of Care OutpatientDual Diagnosis
The Salvation Army Harbor Light Booth Services	3737 Humboldt Street Detroit, MI 48208	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatientAftercare+2
Tolan Park Research Clinic	3901 Chrysler Service Drive Detroit, MI 48212	Detox Service Setting Outpatient Detox	Levels Of Care OutpatientDual Diagnosis
Conner Creek Health Center	4777 Outer Dr E Detroit, MI 48234	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatientPHP+1
Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries	150 Stimson Street Detroit, MI 48201	Detox Service Setting Inpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientAftercareDual Diagnosis+2
Metro East Drug Treatment Corporation	13929 Harper Avenue Detroit, MI 48213	Detox Service Setting Outpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care Outpatient
New Life Home for Recovering Women – Closed	17131 Gitre Street Detroit, MI 48205	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatientDual Diagnosis+1
Quality Behavioral Health – Outpatient	7220 Gratiot Avenue Detroit, MI 48213	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatientAftercare+1
Quality Behavioral Health Inc	751 East Grand Boulevard Detroit, MI 48207	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatientDual Diagnosis
Salvation Army Harbor Light System Subst Abuse Ctr/Women/Children/Men	3737 Lawton Street Detroit, MI 48208	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatientPHP
StoneCrest Center	15000 Gratiot Avenue Detroit, MI 48205	Detox Service Setting Hospital DetoxInpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatientDual Diagnosis

Drug & Alcohol Detox in Detroit, MI

Detroit sits at the center of one of Michigan’s most acute overdose crises. In fact, the city accounts for more than 15% of Michigan’s total opioid deaths despite representing a fraction of the state’s population.

Treatment and detox facilities operating in Detroit are licensed and regulated by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA), which oversees substance use disorder programs statewide. They must also comply with standards set by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS).

Additionally, local behavioral health coordination falls under the Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network (DWIHN), the publicly funded managed care entity for Wayne County. DWIHN operates a 24/7 access line at 800-241-4949 that can match residents with detox, residential or outpatient care based on their coverage and immediate needs.

So, what’s being done? Two major initiatives launched in late 2024 and early 2025 reflect the city’s shift toward a harm-reduction-first approach. In September 2024, Detroit launched its Quick Response Team (QRT), a 24/7 program funded by national opioid settlement dollars that follows up with overdose survivors after Detroit Fire Department intervention and connects them directly to drug and alcohol detox programs.

In April 2025, the Detroit Health Department also deployed 25 Harm Reduction Wellness Stations across neighborhoods with the highest overdose rates, stocked with free naloxone kits, fentanyl test strips and xylazine test strips.

Of great concern is that Wayne County’s fentanyl-contaminated drug supply also now increasingly contains adulterants, including xylazine and medetomidine, a veterinary tranquilizer detected in Wayne County overdose deaths beginning in 2024. Both suppress respiration and do not respond to naloxone.

People seeking detox in Detroit should tell intake staff about any recent exposure to these substances, as withdrawal management protocols may need to account for polysubstance dependency.

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Paying for Detox in Detroit

Getting into detox is the priority. Understanding costs and coverage ahead of time helps remove one barrier from an already difficult decision. Detroit has a mix of private, Medicaid-funded and state-supported programs, and people with little or no insurance have real options.

Knowing how much detox costs and what your insurance actually covers can make the difference between acting today and waiting.

How Much Does Detox Cost in Detroit?

Detox costs in Detroit vary significantly based on the level of medical supervision required, the substance involved and whether the facility is private-pay, nonprofit, or publicly funded. For instance, opioid and alcohol withdrawal often require the highest level of monitoring, which drives up cost.

$1,500 to $5,000 (per day)

Medical Detox

$4,000 to $6,000 (per episode)

Inpatient Rehab

$1,000 to $2,500 (per episode)

Outpatient Rehab

$400 to $600 (per month)

Methadone Treatment

Does Private Insurance Cover Detox in Detroit?

Michigan’s Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS) regulates commercial insurance plans and enforces state parity requirements, which mandate that insurers cover substance use disorder treatment at the same level as other medical conditions.

In practice, coverage depth varies by plan, network and level of care. So, contacting your insurer before admission to verify in-network detox facilities is recommended.

The most common commercial insurance companies in the Detroit market include:

Medicare and Medicaid in Detroit

Medicare

Medicare covers medically supervised detox in Detroit under Part A for inpatient hospital-based programs and under Part B for outpatient detox and opioid treatment program (OTP) services, including methadone, buprenorphine and naltrexone. Keep in mind that standard deductibles and copays apply depending on the care setting and plan type.

Medicaid

Michigan’s Medicaid expansion program is the Healthy Michigan Plan (HMP), administered through MDHHS and managed locally by DWIHN.

The Healthy Michigan Plan covers detox, residential treatment, outpatient programs and MAT for eligible adults ages 19 to 64 with incomes up to 138% of the federal poverty level. DWIHN coordinates this coverage for Wayne County residents and can connect uninsured or underinsured individuals with state-funded providers directly through its access line.

Other Ways to Pay for Detox Treatment

Cost should not be the reason someone waits to get help. Detroit has several programs that make treatment accessible regardless of insurance status:

Sliding Scale Programs

Adult Well-Being Services (1423 Field Street, Detroit) provides substance use counseling and treatment on an ability-to-pay basis. The program will not turn anyone away for inability to pay, and fees are adjusted to match individual income.

State-Funded Access Through DWIHN

The Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network uses state and federal SUD funding to directly fund treatment services for Wayne County residents who are uninsured or underinsured. Calling the 24/7 access line (800-241-4949) is the fastest way to identify open placements.

Nonprofit and Faith-Based Programs

The Salvation Army Harbor Light Center in Detroit offers a full continuum of care, including detox (typically 3 to 5 days), residential treatment and outpatient services, with free or low-cost options for those without coverage.

Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs)

CareFirst Community Health Services in Detroit accepts Medicaid and uses sliding-scale fees for uninsured patients, offering outpatient behavioral health services, including SUD treatment.

Veterans Programs

Detroit-area veterans can access detox and SUD treatment through the John D. Dingell VA Medical Center (4646 John R. Street, Detroit), which provides inpatient detox and MAT for eligible veterans at no cost.

Detroit, Michigan Regulations and Accreditation for Detox

Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA)

LARA is the primary state licensing authority for all substance use disorder treatment facilities in Michigan, including detox programs.

LARA inspects facilities before licensure and conducts periodic compliance reviews.

Prospective patients can verify any facility’s active license using LARA’s public license lookup tool before admission.

Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS)

MDHHS funds and oversees the state’s broader SUD treatment system through its Office of Recovery-Oriented Systems of Care, sets clinical standards for Medicaid-funded SUD services and coordinates opioid settlement fund allocation.

Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network (DWIHN)

DWIHN administers the Medicaid behavioral health benefit for Wayne County residents and contracts with licensed SUD providers in the Detroit area.

It also receives State Opioid Response (SOR) grant funding, which specifically supports uninsured and underinsured individuals seeking opioid use disorder (OUD) treatment in Wayne County.

Methadone Clinic Regulation

Methadone providers in Michigan must obtain licensure from LARA, approval from the State Board of Pharmacy, and federal approval from both the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA).

This means not every detox facility can dispense methadone on-site; patients needing methadone maintenance are typically referred to licensed OTPs.

Key MAT Medications and Regulatory Status in Detroit

MAT options in Detroit include:

Buprenorphine (Suboxone, Subutex):

Available at licensed outpatient programs and through buprenorphine-waivered prescribers. DWIHN and Detroit Recovery Project both facilitate access through their provider networks. Buprenorphine can be initiated in many outpatient and emergency settings under Michigan’s expanded prescribing guidelines.

Methadone:

Available through licensed opioid treatment programs (OTPs) operating under the combined oversight of LARA, FDA, and DEA. Detroit has several active OTPs accessible to Medicaid patients. DWIHN’s SOR grant funding helps cover OTP costs for uninsured Wayne County residents.

Naltrexone (Vivitrol):

Available in both oral and extended-release injectable forms at licensed outpatient SUD programs and some primary care settings following detox completion. Naltrexone requires full opioid clearance before initiation.

Overdose Prevention and Harm Reduction in Detroit

Detroit has substantially expanded its harm reduction infrastructure since 2023, funded largely by national opioid settlement proceeds. For people who are not yet ready for formal detox, harm reduction resources can prevent fatal overdoses and create a connection point to treatment.

Understanding fentanyl and the risks it presents is part of the picture, especially given that Detroit’s drug supply is heavily contaminated with synthetic opioids and increasingly with veterinary tranquilizers like xylazine and medetomidine.

Detroit Health Department Harm Reduction Wellness Stations

detroitmi.gov

Free naloxone (Narcan) kits Fentanyl test strips Xylazine test strips Medication deactivation pouches Sexual health supplies (at select locations)

Detroit’s Harm Reduction Wellness Stations are vending machines, newsstands and countertop displays deployed in neighborhoods with the highest overdose rates.

Funded by opioid settlement dollars, the program launched in April 2025 with 25 stations and plans to expand to 50. Supplies are available 24/7 with no registration required.

Wayne County Well Wayne Stations

endoverdosewayne.org

Free naloxone (Narcan) Fentanyl test strips Xylazine test strips Overdose response education

The Wayne County Department of Health, Human, and Veterans Services operates Well Wayne Stations at locations throughout the county, including in Dearborn at ACCESS and at multiple Corewell Health sites.

The station network is part of the county’s broader End Overdose Wayne initiative. A live map of station locations is available at endoverdosewayne.org.

Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network (DWIHN) SUD Services

dwihn.org

Naloxone training and distribution Community Narcan training events Referral to SUD treatment State Opioid Response program coordination Prescription drug drop box locations across Detroit.

DWIHN operates Wayne County’s comprehensive behavioral health and SUD response system.

Its SUD services team conducts community Narcan trainings, operates drug take-back drop boxes at all 11 Detroit Police Department precincts and coordinates the State Opioid Response grant that funds direct treatment for uninsured Wayne County residents.

The Youth Connection

theyouthconnection.org

Naloxone kit distribution In-person and virtual Narcan training Community outreach to communities of color Overdose reversal education

The Youth Connection has trained more than 6,700 individuals in naloxone administration and distributed 7,600 naloxone kits across Detroit, with a particular focus on reaching Black residents and communities of color who face disproportionately higher overdose mortality rates.

The organization trains community members, block clubs, churches, schools and senior facilities.

SOOAR (Saving Our Own Addicted Residents)

sooar-nonprofit.org

Syringe service program (SSP) Clean needle and syringe distribution Naloxone distribution and training Overdose prevention education Referral to harm reduction services

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SOOAR operates a licensed syringe service program serving Detroit and surrounding Wayne County communities. The organization was among the first to operate a legal SSP outside Detroit city limits following the decriminalization of paraphernalia in partnering municipalities.

SOOAR’s Boots on the Ground outreach team conducts direct community outreach to people who use drugs, including those experiencing homelessness.

Detox Statistics in Detroit, Michigan

Detroit continues to face one of the most severe overdose crises among major U.S. cities. Progress is emerging from expanded harm reduction and treatment efforts, but the toxic drug supply and racial disparities in overdose mortality remain pressing public health challenges.

432 Overdose Deaths in Detroit in 2023

Detroit recorded an estimated 432 overdose deaths in 2023, representing more than 15% of Michigan’s total statewide opioid fatalities that year.

34% Drop in Michigan Overdose Deaths, 2023 to 2024

Michigan’s statewide overdose deaths fell approximately 34% between 2023 and 2024, roughly 1,000 fewer deaths, marking the state’s third consecutive year of decline.

Black Residents Overdose at 2.7x the Rate of White Residents in Michigan

Based on preliminary 2023 data, Black Michigan residents died from overdoses at 2.7 times the rate of white residents. In 2022, 28% of all Michigan overdose deaths were among Black residents.

FAQs About Detox in Detroit, MI

How do I find an open detox bed in Detroit quickly?

Call DWIHN’s 24/7 access line at 800-241-4949. When you call, tell them your insurance status (Medicaid, private insurance, or uninsured) and whether you need detox, residential or outpatient care.

DWIHN can identify contracted providers with current availability and, for Medicaid-eligible residents, authorize placement on the call.

Detroit Recovery Project (313-365-3100) is also a useful entry point.

Can I use Medicaid to pay for detox in Detroit?

Yes. Michigan’s Healthy Michigan Plan covers detox, residential treatment, outpatient services and MAT for eligible adults.

DWIHN manages the Medicaid behavioral health benefit for Wayne County and directly funds state-backed care for residents who are uninsured or underinsured.

Eligibility and enrollment can be handled through MDHHS or by calling DWIHN.

What should I tell a detox facility if I've been using fentanyl or suspect my drugs contain xylazine?

Tell intake staff directly. Fentanyl and xylazine together require different medical management than opioids alone. Xylazine does not respond to naloxone, so medical staff need to know it may be present to monitor respiratory and cardiovascular function appropriately during withdrawal. Wayne County’s drug supply increasingly contains both substances, and facilities in Detroit are aware of this.

Tell intake staff directly. Fentanyl and xylazine together require different medical management than opioids alone. Xylazine does not respond to naloxone, so medical staff need to know it may be present to monitor respiratory and cardiovascular function appropriately during withdrawal. Wayne County's drug supply increasingly contains both substances, and facilities in Detroit are aware of this.

The Detroit Quick Response Team (QRT) is a city-funded program that follows up with individuals within 24 to 72 hours after an opioid overdose treated by Detroit Fire Department paramedics.

QRT staff, many of whom have lived experience with addiction, offer immediate connections to treatment, harm reduction, housing and employment services. The program operates 24/7 and can be reached at 833-202-4673.

Does Detroit have inpatient detox options for people without insurance?

Yes. State-funded inpatient and residential detox is available through DWIHN-contracted providers for uninsured Wayne County residents.

The Salvation Army Harbor Light Center in Detroit also offers medically supervised detox programs (typically 3 to 5 days) at no cost for individuals without insurance or the ability to pay. Arrival timing and availability vary; calling ahead through DWIHN is recommended.

Is alcohol detox in Detroit medically supervised?

Supervised alcohol detox is available at multiple Detroit facilities, including hospital-based programs at Henry Ford Health and Detroit Medical Center.

Alcohol withdrawal carries the risk of life-threatening seizures and delirium tremens, making medical supervision critical. People attempting to stop drinking after prolonged heavy use should not attempt to withdraw without medical oversight.

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