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  • Inhaling hexane to achieve a high, a substance found in nitrous oxide, can cause altered perception and motor coordination, limb spasms, hearing and visions loss and in extreme cases, death from lack of oxygen to the brain.
  • Use of methadone comes with similar side effects and risks as other opiates, including the development of tolerance and drug dependence.
  • When someone suddenly stops using Valium after long term use they can begin experiencing what is known as withdrawal syndrome.
  • Studies indicate that Caucasian adolescent girls in the U.S. are at the highest risk for use of marijuana, compared with girls of other races.

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Seniors/Older Adults - East Boston

You may be amazed to read that today more and more seniors/older adults are entering drug treatment programs in East Boston, MA. Addiction is a problem that can have an impact on anyone. Even the elderly who have far more life experience can fall into the lure of drug abuse and addiction. Generally their doctor prescribes a medication to assist with the pain, anxiety, etc. They discover that the medication is useful and may take a lot more than prescribed or in conjunction with other substances like alcohol. Drug rehabilitation centers are a valuable tool in helping seniors/older adults addicted to prescription drugs and other substances. Numerous elderly addicts are also struggling from co-occurring mental health issues that are able to be treated in conjunction with their addiction difficulties.

  • Charlestown Recovery Home
    2.1 miles from East Boston, Massachusetts
    Charlestown Recovery Home is located at:

    15 Bunker Hill Street
    Charlestown, MA. 2129

    If you would like to contact Charlestown Recovery Home, you can reach them at 617-242-0088.

    Charlestown Recovery Home offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Residential Long-Term Treatment (More Than 30 Days), Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Men, Criminal Justice Clients
    Payment forms accepted:
  • South Boston Behavioral Health Program
    3.3 miles from East Boston, Massachusetts
    South Boston Behavioral Health Program is located at:

    58 Old Colony Avenue
    Boston, MA. 2127

    If you would like to contact South Boston Behavioral Health Program, you can reach them at 617-268-1700.

    South Boston Behavioral Health Program 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, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare), Payment Assistance (Check With Facility For Details)