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  • Sudden cessation of use of Valium can cause withdrawal symptoms that can be life threatening.
  • OxyContin is illegally diverted for abuse in several ways including pharmacy diversion, "doctor shopping," and improper prescribing practices by physicians.
  • When cocaine users stop using cocaine, or when they end a cocaine binge, they almost immediately feel the "crash" which includes depression, fatigue, lack of pleasure, anxiety, irritability, sleepiness and a strong craving for more cocaine.
  • Inhaling propane to get high, a substance found in lighter fluid and hair spray, can cause sudden sniffing death syndrome due to the cardiac effects and serious burn injuries due to the flammability factor.

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Glen Head, New York - Seniors/Older Adults

You may be astonished to read that today more and more seniors/older adults are entering drug treatment programs in Glen Head, NY. Addiction is an issue that can have an effect on anyone. Even the elderly who have far more life experience can slide into the lure of drug abuse and addiction. Generally their doctor prescribes a medication to help with the pain, anxiety, etc. They find that the medication is helpful and may take more than prescribed or in conjunction with other substances like alcohol. Drug treatment centers are a beneficial tool in helping seniors/older adults addicted to prescription drugs and other substances. Many elderly addicts are also struggling from co-occurring psychological health problems that are able to be treated in conjunction with their addiction problems.

  • Central Nassau Guidance and Counseling
    6.3 miles from Glen Head, New York
    Central Nassau Guidance and Counseling is located at:

    950 South Oyster Bay Road
    Hicksville, NY. 11801

    If you would like to contact Central Nassau Guidance and Counseling, you can reach them at 516-822-6111.

    Central Nassau Guidance and Counseling offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Detoxification, Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Seniors/Older Adults, Women, Men, Dui/Dwi Offenders, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare), Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors)
  • Central Nassau Guidance and
    6.4 miles from Glen Head, New York
    Central Nassau Guidance and is located at:

    55 West Ames Court
    Plainview, NY. 11803

    If you would like to contact Central Nassau Guidance and, you can reach them at 516-822-6111 x2259.

    Central Nassau Guidance and offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Seniors/Older Adults, Criminal Justice Clients, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare), Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors)
  • Northwell Health System
    6.5 miles from Glen Head, New York
    Northwell Health System is located at:

    366 Jericho Turnpike
    Mineola, NY. 11501

    If you would like to contact Northwell Health System, you can reach them at 516-742-4015 x22111.

    Northwell Health System offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Outpatient, Adolescents, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Seniors/Older Adults, Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women, Men, Dui/Dwi Offenders, Criminal Justice Clients, 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), Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors)