Oldham County Detention Center says it will provide ONEbox overdose reversal kits, first in Kentucky

Oldham County Detention Center officials said the facility is taking steps to reduce opioid overdose deaths by offering ONEbox overdose reversal kits, with the center calling the move the first in Kentucky to provide the kits.

The announcement was reported by WLKY on July 24, 2026. WLKY described the detention center’s decision as part of its broader efforts to address opioid-related harm in custody.

ONEbox overdose reversal kits are intended to be used during suspected overdoses, according to the way the kits are described in public reporting about overdose preparedness. In this case, the center’s action is focused on how staff respond when someone in custody experiences an opioid-related emergency.

The detention center’s rollout details, including where the kits will be kept and how staff will be directed to use them, were not fully detailed in the July 24 report. The WLKY coverage indicated the center is implementing the change to help prevent overdose deaths.

The move comes as Kentucky communities and public institutions continue to grapple with the risk of opioid overdoses, particularly in settings where medical response depends on timely detection and established procedures.

For now, the practical effect of the policy will depend on operational implementation inside the Oldham County Detention Center, including staff training, internal reporting, and coordination with outside medical providers when needed.