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  • Drug Overdose Facts
  • In the U.S., average marijuana THC concentrations doubled from 6% to 13% through the 1990s, and in the past decade has become stable at around 11%.
  • According to a recent article in the Los Angeles Times, drug overdose deaths now outnumber traffic fatalities in the United States; the article concluded that this increase is mostly due to the significant increase in the number of individuals who abuse prescription drugs in this country.
  • Individuals who are heroin addicted sometimes intentionally induce withdrawal symptoms to reduce their tolerance for the drug, only in an attempt to once again experience the rush when they start taking the drug again.
  • Alcohol and drug abuse are both factors in the placement of more than 75% of children in the foster care system.
  • Fatty liver because of excessive and chronic alcohol consumption can cause nausea, vomiting, lack of appetite, loss of weight and fever.
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Seniors/Older Adult Services

Whether it is apparent or not, seniors and older adults comprise a considerable percentage of individuals in the United States who struggle with drug and/or alcohol abuse and addiction. As the baby boomer generation ages, this will become an even bigger problem with an even bigger need for drug and alcohol treatment centers which are prepared to treat seniors and older adults who are in need of treatment for addiction issues. Seniors and older adults are faced with many physical challenges as a result of their age, which can have an impact on treatment outcome if not addressed concurrently. It is beneficial for seniors and older adults to seek treatment before any long term consequences come about.

Seniors Older Adult Services category listings in Cherokee, Iowa:

  • Southern Iowa Mental Health Center
    Southern Iowa Mental Health Center is a Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility that is located at:

    110 East Main Street
    Ottumwa, IA. 52501
    641-682-8772

    Treatment Services: Outpatient Treatment, Co-Occurring Mental with Substance Abuse Issues, Seniors/Older Adult Services, Specialized in Hearing Impaired Clients, Spanish Services
    Payment Options: Self Pay (Out of Pocket), Medicaid Coverage, Medicare Coverage, State Financed Insurance besides Medicaid, Private or Personal Health Insurance, Accepts Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)
  • Urban Dreams
    Urban Dreams is a Drug Abuse Rehab Center that is located at:

    1410 6th Avenue
    Des Moines, IA. 50314
    515-288-4742

    Treatment Services: Substance Abuse Programs, Outpatient Treatment, Co-Occurring Mental with Substance Abuse Issues, Specialized in Alternative Lifestyle, Seniors/Older Adult Services, Caters to Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women Only, Men Only, Dui/Dwi Offender Programs, Criminal Justice Client Programs
    Payment Options: Self Pay (Out of Pocket), Medicaid Coverage, Private or Personal Health Insurance