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  • Opiates interfere with the transmission of pain messages in the spinal cord, preventing them from reaching the brain and resulting in pain relief.
  • Nearly one in three 18-to-24-year-olds admitted to emergency rooms for serious injuries is under the influence of alcohol.
  • The occurrence of prescription drug abuse in older Americans aged 50 and older is a significant problem, making up 3.5 percent of all substance abuse treatment admissions in 2008, up from 0.7 percent in 1992.
  • While heroin addicts experience a terrible set of withdrawal symptoms, it is rare for an individual to not survive even the most severe heroin withdrawal.

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Seniors/Older Adults - Machias

You may be shocked to read that today more and more seniors/older adults are entering drug treatment programs in Machias, ME. Addiction is a problem that can have an effect on anyone. Even the elderly who have much more life experience can slide into the lure of drug abuse and addiction. Usually their doctor prescribes a medication to assist with the pain, anxiety, etc. They discover that the medication is useful and may take much 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. A lot of elderly addicts are also suffering from co-occurring psychological health problems that are able to be treated in conjunction with their addiction troubles.

  • Discovery House of Washington County
    25.7 miles from Machias, Maine
    Discovery House of Washington County is located at:

    12 Beech Street
    Calais, ME. 4619

    If you would like to contact Discovery House of Washington County, you can reach them at 207-454-1300.

    Discovery House of Washington County offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Seniors/Older Adults, Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women, Men, Criminal Justice Clients
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance
  • Sunrise Opportunities
    27.2 miles from Machias, Maine
    Sunrise Opportunities is located at:

    4 Harbor Lane
    Milbridge, ME. 4658

    If you would like to contact Sunrise Opportunities, you can reach them at 207-546-3442.

    Sunrise Opportunities offers the following treatment services: Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Seniors/Older Adults
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private Health Insurance
  • Laurie LaViolette LCSW CCS
    47 miles from Machias, Maine
    Laurie LaViolette LCSW CCS is located at:

    75 State Street
    Ellsworth, ME. 4605

    If you would like to contact Laurie LaViolette LCSW CCS, you can reach them at 207-667-9101.

    Laurie LaViolette LCSW CCS offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women, Men
    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)
  • Open Door Recovery Center
    47.1 miles from Machias, Maine
    Open Door Recovery Center is located at:

    8 Old Mill Road
    Ellsworth, ME. 4605

    If you would like to contact Open Door Recovery Center, you can reach them at 207-667-3210.

    Open Door Recovery Center offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Detoxification, Halfway House, Outpatient, Residential Short-Term Treatment (30 Days Or Less), 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, Residential Beds For Clients Children, Dui/Dwi Offenders, Criminal Justice Clients, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors), Payment Assistance (Check With Facility For Details)
  • Astor Gillis LADC
    47.1 miles from Machias, Maine
    Astor Gillis LADC is located at:

    59 Franklin Street
    Ellsworth, ME. 4605

    If you would like to contact Astor Gillis LADC, you can reach them at 207-667-2730.

    Astor Gillis LADC offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Outpatient, Adolescents, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women, Men, Dui/Dwi Offenders, Criminal Justice Clients
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Private Health Insurance