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  • When taken in equal doses, the withdrawal symptoms that occur with methadone are much more severe than those of morphine and are significantly more prolonged.
  • With the long term use of methadone some users may eventually develop respiratory issues, heart problems and liver and kidney problems which can turn into chronic and deadly conditions due to methadone addiction.
  • Studies indicate that alcoholism is more strongly related to child abuse than are other disorders, such as parental depression.
  • Members of fraternities and sororities tend to consume more alcohol than students who do not participate in the Greek system.

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Beacon, IA. - Seniors/Older Adults

You may be surprised to read that today more and more seniors/older adults are entering drug rehab programs in Beacon, IA. Addiction is an issue that can have an impact on anyone. Even the elderly who have much more life experience can slide into the lure of drug abuse and addiction. Often times their doctor prescribes a medication to assist with the pain, anxiety, etc. They find that the medication is handy and may take a lot more than prescribed or in conjunction with other substances like alcohol. Drug treatment programs are a valuable tool in helping seniors/older adults addicted to prescription drugs and other substances. Quite a few elderly addicts are also struggling from co-occurring mental health problems that are able to be treated in conjunction with their addiction difficulties.

  • Crossroads of Pella
    2.7 miles from Beacon, Iowa
    Crossroads of Pella is located at:

    103 North 3rd Street
    Oskaloosa, IA. 52577

    If you would like to contact Crossroads of Pella, you can reach them at 641-676-4060.

    Crossroads of Pella offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Outpatient, Adolescents, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Seniors/Older Adults, Women, Men, Criminal Justice Clients
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private Health Insurance, Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors)
  • Southern Iowa Mental Health Center
    22.3 miles from Beacon, Iowa
    Southern Iowa Mental Health Center is located at:

    110 East Main Street
    Ottumwa, IA. 52501

    If you would like to contact Southern Iowa Mental Health Center, you can reach them at 641-682-8772.

    Southern Iowa Mental Health Center offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, 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)