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  • Unintentional deaths involving prescription opioids such as Lortab increased 114% from 2001 to 2005, and there were 42,491 hydrocodone (such as that contained in Lortab) combination emergency room visits in 2004.
  • LSD produces unpredictable psychological effects known as "trips" which last about 12 hours.
  • Street heroin may contain additives that won't dissolve, which can result in clogged blood vessels which lead to the lungs, liver, kidneys, or brain. This can cause infection or even death of small patches of cells in vital organs.
  • Women have less water in their bodies than men, so after a man and woman of the same weight drink the same amount of alcohol, the woman's blood alcohol concentration will most likely be higher.

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Seniors/Older Adults - Peru, ME.

You may be surprised to read that today more and more seniors/older adults are entering drug rehabilitation programs in Peru, ME. Addiction is a problem that can have an effect on anyone. Even the elderly who have more life experience can fall into the trap of drug abuse and addiction. Often their doctor prescribes a medication to help with the pain, anxiety, etc. They uncover that the medication is useful and may take more than prescribed or in conjunction with other substances like alcohol. Drug rehab facilities are a beneficial tool in helping seniors/older adults addicted to prescription drugs and other substances. A lot of elderly addicts are also suffering from co-occurring psychological health issues that are able to be treated in conjunction with their addiction problems.

  • Being Well Counseling LLC
    22.5 miles from Peru, Maine
    Being Well Counseling LLC is located at:

    47 Pleasant Street
    Oxford, ME. 4270

    If you would like to contact Being Well Counseling LLC, you can reach them at 207-240-4637.

    Being Well Counseling LLC offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Outpatient, Adolescents, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women, Men, Criminal Justice Clients
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors)
  • Central Maine Family Counseling
    27.8 miles from Peru, Maine
    Central Maine Family Counseling is located at:

    300 Pine Street
    Lewiston, ME. 4240

    If you would like to contact Central Maine Family Counseling, you can reach them at 207-777-3399.

    Central Maine Family Counseling offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Criminal Justice Clients
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors)
  • Tri County Mental Health Services
    29.4 miles from Peru, Maine
    Tri County Mental Health Services is located at:

    1155 Lisbon Street
    Lewiston, ME. 4240

    If you would like to contact Tri County Mental Health Services, you can reach them at 207-783-9141.

    Tri County Mental Health Services 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
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)