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  • Some dangers associated with opiate use include contamination of the drug itself, and many street drugs including opiates often contain toxic additives.
  • Women who drink heavily are at an increased risk for damage to the heart muscle than men, even for women drinking at lower levels.
  • The intensity and duration of opiate withdrawal varies greatly depending on the dose and speed of withdrawal. Short-acting opiates, such as heroin, tend to produce more intense but briefer symptoms.
  • Individuals who overcome withdrawal but do not seek drug treatment are likely to relapse back into drug use, making the recurrence of withdrawal syndrome high.

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Fort Covington, NY. - Seniors/Older Adults

You may be shocked to read that today more and more seniors/older adults are entering drug rehabilitation programs in Fort Covington, NY. Addiction is an issue 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. Usually their doctor prescribes a medication to assist with the pain, anxiety, etc. They uncover that the medication is helpful and may take much more than prescribed or in conjunction with other substances like alcohol. Drug treatment facilities are a valuable tool in helping seniors/older adults addicted to prescription drugs and other substances. Numerous elderly addicts are also suffering from co-occurring mental health issues that are able to be treated in conjunction with their addiction troubles.

  • St. Regis Mohawk Health Services
    9.6 miles from Fort Covington, New York
    St. Regis Mohawk Health Services is located at:

    25 St. Regis Road
    Hogansburg, NY. 13655

    If you would like to contact St. Regis Mohawk Health Services, you can reach them at 518-358-2223.

    St. Regis Mohawk Health Services 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, Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women, Men, Criminal Justice Clients
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Private Health Insurance
  • North Star Behavioral Health Services
    11.3 miles from Fort Covington, New York
    North Star Behavioral Health Services is located at:

    31 6th Street
    Malone, NY. 12953

    If you would like to contact North Star Behavioral Health Services, you can reach them at 518-483-3261.

    North Star Behavioral Health Services offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Detoxification, Halfway House, Outpatient, Adolescents, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Seniors/Older Adults, Women, Men, Criminal Justice Clients, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired
    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)
  • Canton Potsdam Hospital
    31.5 miles from Fort Covington, New York
    Canton Potsdam Hospital is located at:

    20 Cottage Street
    Potsdam, NY. 13676

    If you would like to contact Canton Potsdam Hospital, you can reach them at 315-261-5954 x2300.

    Canton Potsdam Hospital offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, 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, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)
  • St. Lawrence County Community Servs
    41.1 miles from Fort Covington, New York
    St. Lawrence County Community Servs is located at:

    80 State Highway 310
    Canton, NY. 13617

    If you would like to contact St. Lawrence County Community Servs, you can reach them at 315-386-2167.

    St. Lawrence County Community Servs 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, 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)
  • Adirondack Medical Center
    45 miles from Fort Covington, New York
    Adirondack Medical Center is located at:

    2233 State Route 86
    Saranac Lake, NY. 12983

    If you would like to contact Adirondack Medical Center, you can reach them at 518-897-2253.

    Adirondack Medical Center 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), Payment Assistance (Check With Facility For Details)
  • Claxton Hepburn Medical Center
    53.5 miles from Fort Covington, New York
    Claxton Hepburn Medical Center is located at:

    214 King Street
    Ogdensburg, NY. 13669

    If you would like to contact Claxton Hepburn Medical Center, you can reach them at 315-393-3600 x5210.

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