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  • Opiates activate opiate receptors that are widely distributed throughout the brain and body which are part of the body's natural reward system and also relieve pain.
  • Studies indicate that youth who consume alcohol before the age of 15 are five times more likely to become alcohol dependent than adults who begin drinking at age 21.
  • Heroin addiction withdrawal symptoms are some of the nastiest an addict can experience compared to addiction withdrawal from any other drug.
  • Salvia sits on the shelves right along with other legal drugs such as bath salts that use chemical addictives to mimic the effects of other illegal drugs.

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Alexander - Seniors/Older Adults

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

  • VA Western NY Healthcare System
    6.8 miles from Alexander, New York
    VA Western NY Healthcare System is located at:

    222 Richmond Avenue
    Batavia, NY. 14020

    If you would like to contact VA Western NY Healthcare System, you can reach them at 585-297-1000.

    VA Western NY Healthcare System 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: Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)
  • Genesee County Community MH Services
    7 miles from Alexander, New York
    Genesee County Community MH Services is located at:

    5130 East Main Street Road
    Batavia, NY. 14020

    If you would like to contact Genesee County Community MH Services, you can reach them at 585-344-1421.

    Genesee County Community MH Services offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Gays And Lesbians, 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, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare), Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors), Payment Assistance (Check With Facility For Details)