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  • Studies indicate that women in their twenties and early thirties are more likely to drink alcohol than older women.
  • Women and low-body-weight males are more likely to have higher blood alcohol concentration due to the fact that they will generally have less blood volume to dilute alcohol.
  • Studies show that an estimated 92% of individuals who use Ecstasy will eventually move on to use other illicit drugs.
  • One treatment approach that is used for managing opiate withdrawal is to treat the symptoms of the withdrawal with appropriate medication. Clondine, an antihypertensive drug, is sometimes used to reduce muscle pain and cramping.

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Seniors/Older Adults - Tarentum, PA.

You may be surprised to read that today more and more seniors/older adults are entering drug treatment programs in Tarentum, PA. Addiction is an issue that can have an effect on anyone. Even the elderly who have a lot more life experience can slide into the lure of drug abuse and addiction. Often their doctor prescribes a medication to aid with the pain, anxiety, etc. They discover that the medication is useful and may take far more than prescribed or in conjunction with other substances like alcohol. Drug rehab centers are a valuable tool in helping seniors/older adults addicted to prescription drugs and other substances. Quite a few elderly addicts are also struggling from co-occurring mental health complications that are able to be treated in conjunction with their addiction troubles.

  • Allegheny Valley Hospital
    3.7 miles from Tarentum, Pennsylvania
    Allegheny Valley Hospital is located at:

    1301 Carlisle Street
    Natrona Heights, PA. 15065

    If you would like to contact Allegheny Valley Hospital, you can reach them at 724-224-5100.

    Allegheny Valley Hospital offers the following treatment services: Hospital Inpatient, Seniors/Older Adults, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private Health Insurance
  • Persad Center
    13.2 miles from Tarentum, Pennsylvania
    Persad Center is located at:

    5301 Butler Street
    Pittsburgh, PA. 15201

    If you would like to contact Persad Center, you can reach them at 412-441-9786 x223.

    Persad Center offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, 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), Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors), Payment Assistance (Check With Facility For Details)
  • Persad Center Inc
    13.2 miles from Tarentum, Pennsylvania
    Persad Center Inc is located at:

    5301 Butler Street
    Pittsburgh, PA. 15201

    If you would like to contact Persad Center Inc, you can reach them at 412-441-9786 x212.

    Persad Center Inc 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
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)
  • Sojourner House
    13.7 miles from Tarentum, Pennsylvania
    Sojourner House is located at:

    5460 Penn Avenue
    Pittsburgh, PA. 15206

    If you would like to contact Sojourner House, you can reach them at 412-441-7783 x11.

    Sojourner House 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, Residential Beds For Clients Children, Criminal Justice Clients
    Payment forms accepted: Medicaid, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid)