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  • Women who consume alcohol are more likely to have alcohol-related heart disease, even though women drink less alcohol over a lifetime than men.
  • The consequences and risks associated with marijuana use may seem to be lower than for heroin or cocaine, but due to the high rates of use of the drug worldwide the health impacts are still substantial.
  • The longest time someone has ever had to be sedated because of a psychotic episode from being high on Bath Salts was 12 days; when the individual awoke from sedation, the psychosis as a result of the Bath Salts returned in full force.
  • Nearly 40% of high school aged individuals in the U.S. have tried marijuana, although studies show that those who participate in sports or other extracurricular activities are less likely to use the drug.

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Seniors/Older Adults - Robbinsville

You may be astonished to read that today more and more seniors/older adults are entering drug rehabilitation programs in Robbinsville, NC. Addiction is a problem that can have an effect on anyone. Even the elderly who have a lot more life experience can drop 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 far more than prescribed or in conjunction with other substances like alcohol. Drug rehabilitation programs are an useful tool in helping seniors/older adults addicted to prescription drugs and other substances. Many elderly addicts are also suffering from co-occurring mental health problems that are able to be treated in conjunction with their addiction issues.

  • Appalachian Community Services
    Appalachian Community Services is located at:

    217 South Main Street
    Robbinsville, NC. 28771

    If you would like to contact Appalachian Community Services, you can reach them at 828-479-6466.

    Appalachian Community Services 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, Spanish
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Payment Assistance (Check With Facility For Details)
  • Starr Regional Hospital
    40.6 miles from Robbinsville, North Carolina
    Starr Regional Hospital is located at:

    886 Highway 411 North
    Etowah, TN. 37331

    If you would like to contact Starr Regional Hospital, you can reach them at 423-263-3600.

    Starr Regional Hospital offers the following treatment services: Hospital Inpatient, Seniors/Older Adults
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)
  • Parkwest Medical Center
    42.7 miles from Robbinsville, North Carolina
    Parkwest Medical Center is located at:

    9352 Park West Boulevard
    Knoxville, TN. 37923

    If you would like to contact Parkwest Medical Center, you can reach them at 865-373-1000.

    Parkwest Medical Center offers the following treatment services: Hospital Inpatient, Seniors/Older Adults, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)