human services

Substance Abuse Center Opens in York City

Substance abuse center opens in York City

Filed under: alcohol treatment center

A new center for people seeking substance-abuse treatment will open in York County on Monday. The White Deer Run York Assessment Center is located within the York/Adams Drug & Alcohol Commission's office space at the York County Human Services … Read more on York Dispatch

 


Resident’s and Staff’s Candid Testimonials – Inpatient Drug and Alcohol Treatment Center – Candid testimonials from residents and staff sharing their addictions, fears and steps to take to recover from drugs and alcohol.

 

Consider These Substance Dependence and Abuse Statistics


Consider These Substance Dependence and Abuse Statistics – According to the Department of Health and Human Services, an estimated 22 million Americans are classified with substance dependence or abuse… See all stat…

 

Tens of Millions to Receive Substance Abuse Help Under Obama's Health Reform Law

Tens of millions to receive substance abuse help under Obama's health reform law

Filed under: substance abuse services

When the Affordable Care Act is fully implemented in 2014, over 32 million Americans will get access to substance abuse and mental health treatments not currently available to the uninsured or through today's most common health insurance policies … Read more on Raw Story

 


Bay Cove Human Services Substance Abuse Services – Substance Abuse Services at Bay Cove Human Services.

 

Arizona at or near bottom in CDC measures of teen substance abuse

Rachel Resnick on Treating Addiction


Rachel Resnick on Treating Addiction – According to Rachel Resnick, 12-step programs help to create a sense of community that is lacking in modern life.

 

Treating addicts via taxi

Filed under: treating addiction

Answer: The Duluth methadone clinic, known as Lake Superior Treatment Center, isn't taking new patients. The clinic's license was set to be revoked by the state. Karen Smigelski of the Minnesota Department of Human Services (MDHS) told the Age its … Read more on Aitkin Independent Age

 

The real faces of NJ drug addiction: Brendon Project remembers

Friends Shocked by Murder-Suicide

Friends shocked by murder-suicide

Filed under: Faces Of Crack Cocaine Images

That image contrasts sharply with the picture painted by Johnston County sheriff's deputies, who say Baker killed a man he claimed got him hooked on crack cocaine before turning the gun on himself. According to a search warrant filed by the Sheriff's … Read more on TheHerald

 

Dwight Yoakam w/The Lone Bellow at the Ryman, Road to Bonnaroo Round

Filed under: Faces Of Crack Cocaine Images

American Meth – Skitzo G


American Meth – Skitzo G – First & Foremost, This Song Is For Educational Purposes Only, I Do Not Condone The Use Of Meth, Just Informing People On The Environment That Surrounds My City Song Can Be Purchased Through iTunes here: itunes.apple.com Like Skitzo G On Facebook: www.facebook.com

 

Police: Couple turned Hanahan motel room into meth lab

Filed under: meth drug addiction

North Charleston police were dispatched to the Siesta Motor Lodge at 4044 Rivers Ave. last Friday morning to check out a report of suspected drug use. Officers found a homemade meth lab in Room 114, according to the incident report. The room contained … Read more on Charleston Post Courier (subscription)

National Prevention and Health Strategy (06/16/2011 Announcement)


National Prevention and Health Strategy (06/16/2011 Announcement) – HHS Secretary Sebelius & US Surgeon General Regina M. Benjamin join other administration officials to unveil the first ever National Prevention Strategy. The National Prevention Strategy, called for under the Affordable Care Act, outlines the ways that public and private partners can help Americans stay healthy and fit and improve our nation’s prosperity. Read the Strategy: www.healthcare.gov – – – More info at: www.hhs.gov US Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) www.hhs.gov We accept comments in the spirit of our comment policy newmedia.hhs.gov

 

Service Providers Taking Stock of Mental Health, Substance Abuse Cuts

Service providers taking stock of mental health, substance abuse cuts

Filed under: substance abuse agencies

AUGUSTA, Maine — Agencies that provide services to people with mental health and substance abuse problems started to assess the impact Friday of $ 13.4 million in cuts to the state's health and human services budget as part of a $ 35.5 million … Read more on Bangor Daily News

 


New Warnings for Tobacco Products – ealth and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius and FDA Commissioner Margaret Hamburg announce new graphic warning labels for tobacco products designed to encourage people to quit and young people to not acquire this dangerous habit. June 21, 2011.

Matter of Substance: Drug Addiction as Disease, Not Subject of Shame

Matter of substance: Drug addiction as disease, not subject of shame

Filed under: cocaine problem

An incredible 14 percent of Mainers between the ages of 18 and 25 misused prescription drugs in 2008 and 2009, according to the Maine Department of Health and Human Services. Young adults also reported the highest rate of cocaine use, at 8 percent. Read more on Bangor Daily News

 


Does Anyone Know at Least 4 to 7 Places Where Someone Can Get Long Term Treatment for Drug Addiction?

Question by nunya: Does anyone know at least 4 to 7 places where someone can get long term treatment for drug addiction?
This is for D.A.R.E

Best answer:

Answer by cintchick
The link I included below will take you to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) treatment center locator. SAMHSA is a division of the US Department of Health and Human Services