Between March 15 and March 17, 2025, the Livingston County Health Department (LCHD) and Livingston County Community Mental Health Authority (LCCMHA) received reports of four non-fatal overdoses and two fatal overdoses. This is a significant increase in overdose-related incidents.
LCHD, LCCMHA, and local partners, along with the broader community, mourn the recent
deaths and acknowledge the profound impact on families, friends, and those affected by
substance use. LCCMHA is committed to providing navigation support to individuals and
families seeking treatment, grief counseling, and community support resources.
Harm reduction resources:
• Free Narcan locations: More than 8 locations across Livingston County offer free
Narcan/Naloxone. View the Livingston County Naloxone Location Flyer by clicking here.
• Fentanyl test strips: Get free Fentanyl test strips from local agencies.
Livingston County Community Mental Health Authority
2280 E Grand River Ave., Howell; open 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays.
Stepping Stones Engagement Center
2020 E Grand River Ave., Suite 102, Howell; open 4 p.m. to 8 a.m. Monday through Friday, and 24/7 on weekends.
• Call (517) 546-4126 for more information, no questions asked.
• Never Use Alone Hotline: (877) 696-1996, available 24/7/365
Treatment support
Substance use treatment is available in Livingston County:
• If you are uninsured or have Medicaid: Call LCCMHA at (517) 546-4126.
• If you have private insurance: Call the number on the back of your insurance card to
find a treatment provider near you.
• Additional treatment resources are available by clicking here.
Key overdose prevention tips:
• Go slow, stay low: If using substances, do so in smaller amounts to reduce risk.
• Never use alone: Call the Never Use Alone Hotline at 877-696-1996 for 24/7 support
from trained volunteers who will stay on the line with you and call emergency services if
needed.
• Administer Narcan and perform rescue breaths: In case of overdose, immediately
administer Narcan and perform rescue breaths as instructed. (See full instructions
above.)
The LCHD and LCCMHA remain steadfast in their commitment to supporting individuals
impacted by substance use. We will continue to work alongside local partners to provide
support, education, and resources aimed at relapse prevention and harm reduction.
