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  • A man in Maine was arrested and charged for selling approximately $8,000 worth of OxyContin each week, OxyContin which was prescribed to his wife to control cancer-related pain and were paid for by Medicaid.
  • In 2010, 5.0% of 8th graders, 14.7% of 10th graders, and 26.8% of 12th graders had been drunk that year.
  • Alcohol reduces blood flow to muscles which can lead to muscle aches, most notably the day after an alcohol binge.
  • During WW II American bomber pilots used amphetamines to stay awake during long missions.
  • Bath Salts are responsible for a large number of deaths throughout the U.S. and in many other countries around the world.
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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 rehabilitation facilities which are prepared to treat seniors and older adults who are in need of treatment for addiction problems. Seniors and older adults are faced with many physical challenges as a result of their age, which can affect treatment outcome if not addressed concurrently. It is beneficial for seniors and older adults to find treatment before any long term consequences come about.

Seniors Older Adult Services category listings in Gilbert, Pennsylvania:

  • Palmerton Hospital
    11.7 miles from Gilbert, Pennsylvania
    Palmerton Hospital is a Substance Abuse Treatment Center that is located at:

    135 Lafayette Avenue
    Palmerton, PA. 18071
    610-826-3141

    Treatment Services: Hospital Inpatient Programs, Co-Occurring Mental with Substance Abuse Issues, Seniors/Older Adult Services, Specialized in Hearing Impaired Clients
    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), Payment Assistance (based on Facility)