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  • Most crack users smoke the drug, although in rare cases it can be injected.
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  • Of the over 22 million Americans who were classified with substance dependence or abuse in 2010, 2.9 million were dependent to or abused both alcohol and illicit drugs, 4.2 million had dependence or abuse of illicit drugs but not alcohol, and 15.0 million had dependence or abuse of alcohol but not illicit drugs.

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Wading River, New York - Seniors/Older Adults

You may be amazed to read that today more and more seniors/older adults are entering drug treatment programs in Wading River, NY. Addiction is an issue that can affect anyone. Even the elderly who have more life experience can fall into the trap of drug abuse and addiction. Often times their doctor prescribes a medication to aid 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 treatment 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 psychological health problems that are able to be treated in conjunction with their addiction troubles.

  • Pederson Krag Pros East
    10.4 miles from Wading River, New York
    Pederson Krag Pros East is located at:

    3600 Route 112
    Coram, NY. 11727

    If you would like to contact Pederson Krag Pros East, you can reach them at 631-920-8500.

    Pederson Krag Pros East offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Seniors/Older Adults
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid
  • Pilgrim Psychiatric Center
    11.4 miles from Wading River, New York
    Pilgrim Psychiatric Center is located at:

    31 Industrial Boulevard
    Medford, NY. 11763

    If you would like to contact Pilgrim Psychiatric Center, you can reach them at 631-924-4411 x208.

    Pilgrim Psychiatric Center 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: Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Payment Assistance (Check With Facility For Details)
  • St. Charles Port Jefferson
    11.7 miles from Wading River, New York
    St. Charles Port Jefferson is located at:

    200 Belle Terre Road
    Port Jefferson, NY. 11777

    If you would like to contact St. Charles Port Jefferson, you can reach them at 631-474-6981.

    St. Charles Port Jefferson offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Detoxification, Hospital Inpatient, 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, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance
  • Catholic Charities of Rockville Center
    12.9 miles from Wading River, New York
    Catholic Charities of Rockville Center is located at:

    1727 North Ocean Avenue
    Medford, NY. 11763

    If you would like to contact Catholic Charities of Rockville Center, you can reach them at 631-654-1919.

    Catholic Charities of Rockville Center offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Seniors/Older Adults, Spanish
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private Health Insurance