Slocomb, Alabama

Slocomb, Alabama, in Geneva county, is 14 miles SW of Dothan, Alabama (center to center) and 195 miles S of Atlanta, Georgia. The city has a population of 2,052.

The People and Families of Slocomb

In Slocomb, about 56% of adults are married.

Approximately 27% of Slocomb is non-white. Slocomb boasts a diverse population for Alabama, with several racial groups well-represented among the population.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Slocomb had a median family income of $29,583.

Political Inclinations

In the 2004 election, George W. Bush was the top Presidential fund-raiser in Slocomb ($4,000). Residents gave more to the Republican party than any of the others.

Crime and Safety

The streets of Slocomb are considered safe by both national and state standards.

Slocomb Housing

About 77% of housing units in Slocomb are owner-occupied.

Commuting

In Slocomb, 96% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

Slocomb strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Alabama):

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)
Top 4%Slocomb Affordability of Property Taxes
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)
Top 8%Slocomb Racial Diversity
Low Property Crime
(vs. State)
Top 15%Slocomb Low Property Crime


The listings in Slocomb, Alabama and surrounding areas provide the following services:

(2) Halfway House
(2) Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment
(4) Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders
(2) Persons with HIV/AIDS
(4) Males
(4) Clients With Legal Issues
(5) Drug/Alcohol Detoxification
(2) Methadone Maintenance
(2) Methadone Detoxification
(15) Outpatient
(3) Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum
(6) Females
(2) Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less
(5) Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders
(1) Mental Health Services
(1) Seniors/Older Adults
(6) American Sign Language
(1) Hospital Inpatient
(4) Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services
(2) Teens and Adolescents
(1) Spanish Speaking
(3) Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment



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Are you battling an addiction to drugs or alcohol and live in Slocomb, Alabama? Do you have a friend or family member that is addicted to drugs or alcohol in Slocomb and you don't know where to turn to for help? Addiction to any substance can be a very dark and lonely place, not just for the abuser but for anyone that cares about them. All hope is not lost; there are effective solutions out there. We can help you find an Alcohol Rehabilitation or Drug Rehab Program in Slocomb that will be appropriate for your treatment needs.

A Drug Treatment or Alcohol Rehabilitation Center in Slocomb is a perfect solution for the treatment of drug addiction and alcoholism. Treatment will be geared towards helping the individual overcome their need to fix problems in their life with drugs and alcohol. Once they can grasp this, they will be able to cope with life situations more appropriately and resolve their problems without substances.

There are a variety of approaches to addiction treatment. Examples offered in Slocomb are Outpatient Drug and Alcohol Rehab Centers, Long-term Addiction Treatment Facilities, Short-term Drug and Alcohol Rehab Programs, Inpatient Addiction Treatment Centers, support group meetings, drug counseling, halfway houses and sober living.

Alcohol Rehab or Drug Rehabilitation Centers in Slocomb will target both the physical and psychological aspects of addiction. Individuals are treated for physical addiction by undergoing a detoxification program in Slocomb, Alabama to assist with the uncomfortable withdrawal symptoms which result when an addict discontinues use of a substance they are addicted to. Continued use of a psychoactive substance over time causes the brain to adapt to the presence of the drug, making the desired effect minimal. Physical tolerance to drugs such as heroin, amphetamines, cocaine, nicotine and alcohol develops in this way. Over time, more and more of the addictive drug is required to get the same effect. Quitting an addictive drug abruptly causes serious withdrawal symptoms, which may take the body weeks or months to return to normal function. Withdrawing from hardcore drugs such as heroin can cause extremely severe and painful withdrawal symptoms, which can last for quite some time.

An Alcohol Rehabilitation or Drug Treatment Facility in Slocomb will be able to administer a professional detox as well as assistance with psychological issues. These underlying psychological issues are at the root of all drug and alcohol addiction problems. Addressing this head on will decrease the chances of relapse and increase the chances of a fully rehabilitated and contributing member of society. A Drug Treatment or Alcohol Rehab Facility in Slocomb, AL. has proven to be the most successful method for treating an individual with a severe drug addiction problem. A Drug Rehab or Alcohol Treatment Program in Slocomb, follows a rigid, comprehensive program to ensure a successful recovery. This program addresses every aspect of addiction and every area where the person could be having trouble.

To ensure a lasting recovery, the individual must gain the knowledge, abilities and "life tools" to change their behavior and reaction to situations. The individual's program will be focused on strategies for returning home to Slocomb, from a Drug Rehabilitation or Alcohol Treatment Facility and even running into prior drug using friends or acquaintances in Slocomb. Upon completion of their program, the individual will be able to deal with the reminders and triggers in Slocomb which may have prompted their drug use, as these same triggers can produce psychological stressors. These psychological stressors, if not addressed, can make it very hard for an individual to control their response to drug using impulses. Research has shown that an addict shows changes in the way their brain functions after having discontinued using drugs and/or alcohol. Because of this, even an individual with the best of intentions may find it extremely hard to overcome drug addiction or alcoholism without professional addiction treatment.

So you can see that a recovering addict has a lot to deal with when deciding to kick the habit. With triggers, drug cravings, and changes in the way their brain functions due to habitual drug use, seeking help at an Alcohol Treatment or Drug Rehabilitation Program to successfully recovery from drug and alcohol addiction is a no-brainer.

A person that is serious about the decision to get sober should enroll in an Alcohol Rehabilitation or Drug Rehab Center in Slocomb, AL. Why fail again on your own? Why lose another friend or push a family member even further away? Why beg, cheat, and steal just to get drugs or alcohol, risking legal problems and jail time? You don't have to be depressed and unhappy because of excessive drug or alcohol use. There is help available, even for the most severe addicts.

Getting Help

Call toll free 855 Stop-Drugs (855-786-7378) and speak to a professional Registered Addiction Specialist or simply fill out the Slocomb, Alabama Alcohol Rehab or Drug Treatment Facility request form and counselor will contact you shortly.

There are no listings in Slocomb, AL. so we have provided the 20 closest treatment facilities arranged by distance from Slocomb, Alabama:

Herring Houses of Dothan Dothan, AL 10.5 miles from Slocomb
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Rehab Center
Services Offered: Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Halfway House, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Males, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Houston Treatment Center Newton, AL 13.0 miles from Slocomb
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehabilitation and Drug Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Methadone Detoxification, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Methadone Maintenance, Males, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Spectra Care Dothan, AL 13.5 miles from Slocomb
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehab Facility
Services Offered: Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Army Substance Abuse Program Fort Rucker, AL 20.4 miles from Slocomb
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehab Program
Services Offered: Outpatient
Chemical Addictions Recovery Effort Marianna, FL 26.9 miles from Slocomb
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Recovery Program
Services Offered: Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
Life Management Center of NW Florida Marianna, FL 26.9 miles from Slocomb
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehabilitation Center
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Mental Health Services, Outpatient, Seniors/Older Adults, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
New Vision at Jackson Hospital Marianna, FL 28.9 miles from Slocomb
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Hospital Inpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
SpectraCare Abbeville, AL 40.0 miles from Slocomb
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Addiction Recovery Faciltity
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
COPE Center Defuniak Springs, FL 47.6 miles from Slocomb
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Recovery Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Males, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Spanish Speaking, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Bainbridge Treatment Center Atlanta, GA 58.6 miles from Slocomb
Primary Service: Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Program
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Methadone Detoxification, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Beachcomber Retreat LLC Panama City Beach, FL 59.1 miles from Slocomb
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Treatment Center
Services Offered: Halfway House, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
East Central Mental Health Inc Troy, AL 59.6 miles from Slocomb
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Rehab Program
Services Offered: Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
Unlimited Path of Central Florida Panama City, FL 59.6 miles from Slocomb
Primary Service: Drug Rehab and Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility
Services Offered: Clients With Legal Issues, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Substance Abuse Recovery Center Talbotton, GA 60.8 miles from Slocomb
Primary Service: Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Treatment Facility
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Males, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Access Recovery Solutions LLC Panama City, FL 62.5 miles from Slocomb
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Rehabilitation Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Redeemed Inc Quincy, FL 63.7 miles from Slocomb
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehab Facility
Services Offered: Clients With Legal Issues, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
First Step Luverne, AL 64.0 miles from Slocomb
Primary Service: Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Treatment Program
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Narconon Gulf Coast Inc Destin, FL 70.7 miles from Slocomb
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Addiction Treatment Center
Services Offered: Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Eglin Air Force Base Alcohol and Drug Eglin AFB, FL 74.0 miles from Slocomb
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Treatment Program
Services Offered: Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Bridgeway Center Inc Fort Walton Beach, FL 78.2 miles from Slocomb
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Recovery Center
Services Offered: Outpatient, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance

Did You Know? ...
Interesting Facts and Statistics:

What makes cocaine freebasing particularly dangerous is that users typically do not wait that long for their next hit and will continue to smoke cocaine freebase until none is left.

Rates of marijuana use among 8th, 10th, and 12th graders are higher than rates for any other illegal drug.

The chemical structure and mechanism of Ketamine are very similar to those of PCP, and its effects are similar, but this dissociative drug is much less potent than PCP and the effects of this drug are of a much shorter duration.

Among adults aged 50 to 59, the rate of current illegal drug use increased between 2002 and 2005, then remained unchanged in 2006. For those aged 50 to 54, the rate increased from 3.4 in 2002 to 6.0 percent in 2006. Among those aged 55 to 59, current illegal drug use showed a mixed trend with no significant difference between the rates in 2002 and 2006. These patterns and trends may partially reflect the aging into these age groups of the baby boom cohort, whose lifetime rates of illegal drug use are higher than those of older cohorts.

The goal of a quality drug rehab should be to help the individual through the process of detox and withdrawal from drugs or alcohol, so that they can be fully present to focus on the treatment portion of the program.

The risks for addictions to prescription drugs have been known to increase substantially when the drugs are used in ways other than for those prescribed. Healthcare providers, doctors and pharmacists, as well as patients themselves, can all play an important role in identifying and preventing prescription drug abuse.


The following survey was completed by residents of Slocomb, Alabama as part of the USNODRUGS monitoring program. The survey below is a representation of perceptual drug and alcohol usage rates in Slocomb, Alabama. We cannot guarantee complete accuracy, but our monitoring team uses the highest standards for survey compilation.
You do not have to answer all of the survey questions, you should only answer questions that are relevant to your thoughts and experiences.
Survey results as of May 1, 2012
Perception of marijuana in Slocomb, Alabama.
Do you believe that using marijuana can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
Marijuana use in Slocomb, Alabama.
Have you used marijuana in your lifetime?
No
Yes
Have you used marijuana in the past month?
No
Yes
Do you use marijuana regularly?
Maybe
No
Yes
Perception of Alcohol in Slocomb, Alabama.
Do you believe that drinking alcohol can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
Have you had a binge drinking experience in the past month?
No
Yes
Do you consume alcohol daily?
Maybe
No
Yes
How old were you when you first experimented with alcohol?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
What motivated you to use drugs or alcohol for the first time in Slocomb, Alabama?
Boredom
Curiousity
Drugs were all around
Family problem
Hopelessness
It was easy to get
None of the above
Peer Pressure
To fit in
Unhappiness
Most common first drug experience in Slocomb, Alabama?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
Use of drugs and alcohol in Slocomb, Alabama schools.
Have you ever gone to school in Slocomb, Alabama under the influence of marijuana?
Maybe
No
Yes
Have you ever gone to school in Slocomb, Alabama under the influence of alcohol?
Maybe
No
Yes
What is the most common drug used in your school in Slocomb, Alabama?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
Your Age?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
Your Gender?
Female
Male
Surveys updated monthly.

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