Safe Point

I’m sure there are tons of people who are nervous about going to a place like this just like I was but I promise you one trip and you’ll be convinced that it’s a great place for you and the community people are super nice and friendly no judgment at all give them a try you’ll definitely keep going back

Great people nice polite respectful dont judge you at all

This organization is a life saver! The staff is awesome! It is so quick and easy to get what you need and its anonymous. They only accept the first 60 people on the three days they are open (Tues & Wed 4pm-8pm and Saturday 9am to 1pm) so you should arrive by 7:15 (12:15 Sat). Make sure you save your needles too, because it is a full on exchange program . You can only pick up as many as you drop off. They also have other supplies you can get (free) like bandaides, antibiotic ointment, condoms, tampons, safe injection kits & Narcan. They also have a medical bus there on Wednesday from 4pm-7pm if you need medical attention.

Been utilizing the program since it was first started and was held in the Short North at the (previously ARC Medical Center) Equitas Clinic! Staff and Volunteers have always been friendly, compassionate, attentive, non-judgemental, kind and just all around pleasant! The environment is relaxed and safe; never have i had a bad experience and i can honestly say that I cannot personally come up with anything negative to say! Thank you to all of the people who allow this program to exist and give their time and energy doing this to help those who need and use the program!!!!

There needs to be more places around the world like safepoint. It’s such a blessing in the community. All the people within are volunteers and you can tell they genuinely are doing it out of their hearts to help others be safe and make an impact on our community. I have personally seen a lot of sad, poor, and dangerous situations in my life out of desperation and safepoint is helping to change that, one person at a time. The spread of disease is an obvious concern for people like myself. Especially being gay, it makes me think of consequences to my actions even more. This place offers so many services for absolutely free that make me feel comfortable and a little bit safer in my day to day life. From my first visit, I immediately felt safe and comfortable with the friendly staff to talk and ask questions. They are very knowledgeable and have a ton of resources to literally any needs you may have. And if they do not have your answer, they will do everything they can to get it. I know I’m just rambling now but I just have so many wonderful things to say about them. God bless safe point❤️

Everyone is so nice! They also have some other resources.Pretty fast,fun and clean. Thank you harm reduction

Staff here is amazing!! I have always been greeted with a smile and never felt judged or made to feel less than by any person in this facility. Always recommend people here and rave about the wonderful people that help keep this place going. I would rate them 100 stars if I could.

Really nice people trying to help a marginalized group stay safe and healthy! Very positive atmosphere and I would volunteer there agian anytime. I would recommend getting there AT LEAST a half hour early as there is a big demand and long line. They have limited funding and can only serve so many so be early to insure service.

Staff is great, friendly, very non judgemental, very educated and extremely supportive! There is a Columbus Police Officer onsite, but not to cause you any trouble. I think they have to be there due to the manor on hand, but they are nice and friendly. Thank God we have a place like this in Franklin County. Thank you Safe Point staff!

Safe Point, along with the best woman Ive ever had the opportunity to meet, Elizabeth, are providing those who are fighting addiction a safe place to feel comfortable along with CPD to get clean, safe equipment as well as numerous resources to help you when youre ready to seek help! They make those who are addicts and especially homeless feel like no matter what we are cared about! Thank you 😊

First time here via bus and I didnt know how quickly it would fill up so I got here 3½ hours early. This total sweetheart of a woman (wish I got her name) came and brought me a cup of water. Thank you so much Kind Woman!❤️❤️❤️ Didnt even step foot in the place and its gotten 5 stars from me.

Comprehensive harm reduction delivered by excellent, caring, and friendly staff. No judgement or pushiness...they offer a wide range of info for treatment options but do not push recovery on clients. Just how harm reduction should be.

Super kind, non-judgemental people doing a service we so desperstely needed. Are not pushy but do offer treatment and will even help you apply for foodstamps, insurance etc. It only takes about 30 minutes amd there is usually a free snack or lunch and water. THANK YOU SAFEPOINT WORKERS ... YOURE DEF AN essential service!

I have been coming here for a few months now and I am always grateful for there program. There have been times when I dont make it in time to be seen but they have went above and beyond to get me through until the next available day. They are doing alot of good things here to help stop the spread of disease and help people stay as healthy and safe as possible.

Safe point is an awesome program.... Theyre really helping ppl with addiction to not get her c or HIV and I absolutely love there program. .. The ppl are really nice and they truly care about your well being

Safe Point is a crucial part of many in and around Franklin County. They offer clean needles, disposal of old AND used ones. They offer counsoling services all across the board, and can refer you to go int the right direction for what you need.The main reason why I am writting this is to let someone know who is out there in a situation, there is help. Help from a great, educated, funny, non-judgmental, caring people who make up the Safe Point Staff. Without these peolple the spread of HIV, STD, HEP etc. would be on the rise, but instead THEY ARE ON THE DECLINE.Thank you Safe Point and keep the good work

The amazing staff treats EVERY1 great and they offer so much help for a lot of different things... Im am now 6 mths clean n sober and Im very grateful for the staff at safepoint, and do tell others how great of a program they are...

If not for this place and all they do, there would be alot more blood bourne illnesses and amputations. There would be much more helpless people out there with no guidance. Without their help we would be lost. Thank you Safe Point! thanks to your staff , volunteers, and interns etc..

Very very helpful, so many resources come from them u just have to have the patience to find out and follow thru, i have been a recurring visitor for several years now and theyve helped me get vouchers for I.D and out of nowhere they had public health acually send me my birth certificate without having any identification, also have helped many times with transportation passes ans much more links of help theyve not only saved my life but impacted my awareness of society and have looked out for me on a whole other level, 5 outta 5☆☆☆☆☆ and if i can add more i had them there to tap but my gosh TY safe point For coming thru on some dedicated social work and ability to c our side of our worldurs truly George ☆A.k.A(Bundy)

Its a nice option and thing to do esp to TRY &&& STOP the spread of diseases ETC. And gives addicts the Option and gives access too clean aka new needles , alcohol pads, triple antibiotic ointment, bandaids various sizes, tie offs, clean sterile cottons, containers too do it on thats clean new and sterile.... only thing is people that go there standing in line whether its before they go in or after throw their trash all over the property and properties next too it which is bs.

This place is a blessing for any addict... Theyre a government funded program that will provide addicts with 100-150 brand new, in the bag, needles to prevent spreading for HIV, Hep ect....Im so happy I found this place...Im a recovering addict and go the 2 times a month I can to get needles just so I can GIVE THEM AWAY FOR FREE to all my friends and family who are still battling with addiction

I was standing outside since 7:30 and get told I couldn’t get seen because they stoped taking people at 7:20 but no one walked out the door to check I poked my head around the corner 3 or 4 times no one said anything to me I asked if I could have a emergency one and get told no come back tomorrow

Staff are super considerate and well educated on proper injection practices. They also offer supplies for fetinal testing and narcan. They encourage you to get help but in a friendly non jugmental way.

One of the best health care facilities Ive visited and the fact there saving lifes everyday puts them in a category unlike any other. Hope everyone involved gets the shine they deserve

They are very caring and helpful. If you have questions they will give the best answers they can. They have a lot of helpful information for treatment, housing and for clothing, and food. I give a thumbs up for what they do

They are just absolutely Awesome and sooooo courteous also polite as well they dont Judge You Either and thats how it freakin should be anyways but They know how to do their Job thats all Im saying .

Arrived 25min until closing. Had my card and old points in sharp containers ready to go and they turned me away. Their was no line. Not too happy

The staff is very helpful, polite and non-judgmental. Most important of all its for your own safety and benefit to have a place like this to go to.

Solid client relations no judgement orUnnecessary pushy ness. Doing important work...I can’t u understand giving this place any less than 5stars and I had to come twice bc they had a cutoff. Get there at least an hour before closing.

The nicest most helpful in the world. They don’t judge u for anything. Definitely feel safe coming here & leaving ☺️👌🏻

Was referred here by my primary care physician. They have lots of medical type offices here. Safepoint is associated with Ohio State University I believe.

The services offered help people from all Walks of life with many problems. The staff is super friendly and caring.

Making a difference in the spread of life threatening diseases. Private and professional treatment and they offer tons of links to help with everything and anything the public needs ... they are saving people’s lives.

Great program, people who work there are more than willing to help you out in any way possible. They also have a lot of resources to help you with.

Good for Harm reduction regarding the spread of diseases in Columbus.Also, who wants to use a dull needle?Nobody.

This place is awesome and so helpful. The Narcan is essential and they really are friendly and take great care of everybody!

Safe secure getting the things that keep your dr away.. I was tired of using wire to keep the rubber plunger on..

Very helpfull! They do offer treatment and are not pushy. They are concerned. Great place. Great staff.

Two weekends in a row I have come down here with no posting or information of them being closed I came down today and they said it was cancelled what is this a sporting event thought I was receiving medical assistance

This service has been life changing. For me and so many others... Thanks for EVERYTHING you guys do for the population you serve!

Safe point is a great service to Columbus because they are helping to prevent the spread of dese i

So cool that this place is here to help the community stay safe and prevent disease.

Legit. An unspoken kinda shameful yet respectful vibe. Good people doing a service that sadly needed

Great program to help the people suffering from addiction

The people here are amazing, and without judgements. This is something that is desperately needed!

This is a great program and it promotes clean iv use.

Regardless of all the people who oppose it, this place is the only resource most of the people on the west side have

Really nice not judgemental at all. Defiantly go!!!!!

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Jenkies Velma