You may be stunned to read that today more and more seniors/older adults are entering drug rehab programs in Westgate, IA. Addiction is a problem that can impact anyone. Even the elderly who have much more life experience can drop into the trap of drug abuse and addiction. Often times their doctor prescribes a medication to aid with the pain, anxiety, etc. They discover that the medication is helpful and may take 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. Quite a few elderly addicts are also struggling from co-occurring psychological health problems that are able to be treated in conjunction with their addiction problems.