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  • Methamphetamine is a neurotoxin which means that the drug can and does cause damage to the central nervous system.
  • Valium dependent individuals eventually have to take more and more Valium more frequently to achieve the desired effects, and this can happen when someone is legitimately prescribed the drug or abusing the drug illicitly.
  • Marijuana was responsible for over 18% of the emergency room visits in 2009 for patients who were seeking detox or substance abuse treatment as the reason for their visit.
  • Methamphetamine can produce a high for 8-24 hours when smoked, as opposed to smoking cocaine which produces a high for approximately 20-30 minutes.

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Seniors/Older Adults - Ashkum

You may be stunned to read that today more and more seniors/older adults are entering drug rehabilitation programs in Ashkum, IL. Addiction is an issue that can affect anyone. Even the elderly who have more life experience can drop into the lure of drug abuse and addiction. Usually their doctor prescribes a medication to aid with the pain, anxiety, etc. They find that the medication is handy and may take much more than prescribed or in conjunction with other substances like alcohol. Drug rehabilitation centers are an useful tool in helping seniors/older adults addicted to prescription drugs and other substances. Many elderly addicts are also struggling from co-occurring mental health problems that are able to be treated in conjunction with their addiction difficulties.

  • Sunspire Health Heartland
    10.6 miles from Ashkum, Illinois
    Sunspire Health Heartland is located at:

    1237 East 1600 North Road
    Gilman, IL. 60938

    If you would like to contact Sunspire Health Heartland, you can reach them at 815-865-3282.

    Sunspire Health Heartland offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Detoxification, Outpatient, Residential Short-Term Treatment (30 Days Or Less), Residential Long-Term Treatment (More Than 30 Days), Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Seniors/Older Adults, Women
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Private Health Insurance
  • Behavior Wellness Center
    34.5 miles from Ashkum, Illinois
    Behavior Wellness Center is located at:

    4 Doctors Park
    Gibson City, IL. 60936

    If you would like to contact Behavior Wellness Center, you can reach them at 217-784-4540.

    Behavior Wellness Center offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Seniors/Older Adults, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired, Spanish
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)
  • Grundy County Health Department
    41.3 miles from Ashkum, Illinois
    Grundy County Health Department is located at:

    1320 Union Street
    Morris, IL. 60450

    If you would like to contact Grundy County Health Department, you can reach them at 815-941-3404.

    Grundy County Health Department offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Seniors/Older Adults
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors), Payment Assistance (Check With Facility For Details)