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  • 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.
  • The connection between drug addiction and crime can be seen in the following criminal offenses; drug possession or sales, offenses directly related to drug abuse such as stealing to get money for drugs, etc., and crime which is related to a lifestyle that predisposes the drug abuser to engage in illegal activity such as association with other offenders or with illicit markets.
  • Slang terms for PCP are angel dust, ozone, wack and rocket fuel.
  • Instead of disposing of prescription drugs down toilets or drains, prescription drugs should be disposed of in sealed plastic bags with filler such as coffee grounds or kitty litter.

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Seniors/Older Adults - West Newfield

You may be astonished to read that today more and more seniors/older adults are entering drug rehabilitation programs in West Newfield, ME. Addiction is an issue that can impact anyone. Even the elderly who have a lot more life experience can drop into the trap of drug abuse and addiction. Generally their doctor prescribes a medication to assist with the pain, anxiety, etc. They find that the medication is handy and may take more than prescribed or in conjunction with other substances like alcohol. Drug treatment centers are an useful tool in helping seniors/older adults addicted to prescription drugs and other substances. Many elderly addicts are also struggling from co-occurring psychological health issues that are able to be treated in conjunction with their addiction problems.

  • Frisbie Memorial Hospital
    23 miles from West Newfield, Maine
    Frisbie Memorial Hospital is located at:

    11 Whitehall Road
    Rochester, NH. 3867

    If you would like to contact Frisbie Memorial Hospital, you can reach them at 603-335-8198.

    Frisbie Memorial 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
  • Recovery Maine Inc
    24 miles from West Newfield, Maine
    Recovery Maine Inc is located at:

    33 Main Street
    North Berwick, ME. 3906

    If you would like to contact Recovery Maine Inc, you can reach them at 207-558-2111.

    Recovery Maine Inc offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Halfway House, Outpatient, Residential Long-Term Treatment (More Than 30 Days), 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, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors)
  • Carolyn Curtis LCSW LADC
    24.8 miles from West Newfield, Maine
    Carolyn Curtis LCSW LADC is located at:

    11 Main Street
    Kennebunk, ME. 4043

    If you would like to contact Carolyn Curtis LCSW LADC, you can reach them at 207-229-6270.

    Carolyn Curtis LCSW LADC 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, Women, Men, Dui/Dwi Offenders
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)
  • Gloria Giroux LCSW LADC
    26.3 miles from West Newfield, Maine
    Gloria Giroux LCSW LADC is located at:

    18 Rockland Drive
    Old Orchard Beach, ME. 4064

    If you would like to contact Gloria Giroux LCSW LADC, you can reach them at 207-485-4914.

    Gloria Giroux LCSW LADC offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Women, Men
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment