Wedowee, Alabama

Wedowee, Alabama, in Randolph county, is 65 miles NW of Columbus, Georgia (center to center) and 70 miles SW of Atlanta, Georgia. The town is home to some 818 residents.

The People and Families of Wedowee

In Wedowee, about 45% of adults are married. People in Wedowee have space to make their own lives; many people there enjoy living in their own houses or apartments. The town somehow seems full of possibilities, with its large single population.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Wedowee had a median family income of $37,292. Impressively, having a college education is normal in Wedowee.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($1,450) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Wedowee. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the town.

Crime and Safety

While crime is a worry everywhere, the people of Wedowee can take comfort in the low amount of crime in the town.

Wedowee Housing

According to the 2000 census, 65% of the housing in Wedowee was owner-occupied. Can't find a roommate? That's OK in the town, where renting little apartments isn't uncommon. It's possible to find inexpensive apartments in Wedowee.

Commuting

In Wedowee, 97% of commuters drive to work. People in the town expect to drive a lot. The town does not have a lot of public transportation.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Low Property Crime
(vs. Peers)
Top 2%Wedowee Low Property Crime
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)
Top 3%Wedowee Affordability of Rents
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)
Top 5%Wedowee Affordability of Property Taxes
College Educated Adults
(vs. State)
Top 19%Wedowee College Educated Adults


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

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



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Are you battling an addiction to drugs or alcohol and live in Wedowee, Alabama? Do you have a friend or family member that is addicted to drugs or alcohol in Wedowee 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 a Drug Rehabilitation or Alcohol Rehab Program in Wedowee that will be appropriate for your treatment needs.

An Alcohol Treatment or Drug Rehabilitation Center in Wedowee 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 Wedowee are Outpatient Rehab Centers, Long-term Drug Treatment Centers, Short-term Rehab Facilities, Inpatient Drug Treatment Centers, support group meetings, drug counseling, halfway houses and sober living.

Alcohol Rehab or Drug Rehabilitation Centers in Wedowee will target both the physical and psychological aspects of addiction. Individuals are treated for physical addiction by undergoing a detoxification program in Wedowee, 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 Rehab or Drug Treatment Facility in Wedowee 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 Rehab or Alcohol Rehabilitation Program in Wedowee, AL. has proven to be the most successful method for treating an individual with a severe drug addiction problem. An Alcohol Rehabilitation or Drug Treatment Facility in Wedowee, 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 Wedowee, from an Alcohol Rehab or Drug Rehabilitation Facility and even running into prior drug using friends or acquaintances in Wedowee. Upon completion of their program, the individual will be able to deal with the reminders and triggers in Wedowee 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 a Drug Rehab or Alcohol Treatment 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 Treatment Program in Wedowee, 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 Wedowee, Alabama Alcohol Treatment or Drug Rehabilitation Facility request form and counselor will contact you shortly.

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

New Choice Intervention Roanoke, AL 10.3 miles from Wedowee
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Treatment Center
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Covenant Treatment Center Carrollton, GA 30.3 miles from Wedowee
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehab Center
Services Offered: Methadone Detoxification, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Gay and Lesbian, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Lighthouse of Tallapoosa County Inc Alexander City, AL 32.1 miles from Wedowee
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Recovery Program
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Halfway House, Males, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Pathways Carroll County Carrollton, GA 33.1 miles from Wedowee
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Treatment Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Pathways Center Greenville, GA 33.5 miles from Wedowee
Primary Service: Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Rehab Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Anniston Fellowship House Inc Anniston, AL 34.8 miles from Wedowee
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Halfway House, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Calhoun Cleburne Mental Health Center Anniston, AL 34.8 miles from Wedowee
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Calhoun Treatment Center Inc Oxford, AL 34.8 miles from Wedowee
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Methadone Detoxification, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Cheaha Regional Mental Health Caradale Sylacauga, AL 40.7 miles from Wedowee
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid)
Center of Renewed Promises Newnan, GA 42.8 miles from Wedowee
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehab
Services Offered: Methadone Detoxification, Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Treatment Center of Newnan Newnan, GA 42.8 miles from Wedowee
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehab Center
Services Offered: Methadone Detoxification, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Willowbrooke at Tanner Villa Rica, GA 43.8 miles from Wedowee
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Hospital Inpatient, Mental Health Services, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Bridge Inc Ashville, AL 50.7 miles from Wedowee
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Faciltity
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, 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)
CED Fellowship House Inc Gadsden, AL 51.8 miles from Wedowee
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Recovery Center
Services Offered: Halfway House, Males, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Gadsden Treatment Center Gadsden, AL 51.8 miles from Wedowee
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Treatment Facility
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Methadone Detoxification, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Methadone Maintenance, Males, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Treatment Centers Inc Muscle Shoals, AL 57.4 miles from Wedowee
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Rehab Center
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Methadone Maintenance, Males, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Spanish Speaking, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Anchor Hospital Atlanta, GA 59.4 miles from Wedowee
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehab Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Halfway House, Hospital Inpatient, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment, Seniors/Older Adults, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicare, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Talbott Recovery Campus Atlanta, GA 59.4 miles from Wedowee
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Treatment Program
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Gay and Lesbian, Hospital Inpatient, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Mountain View Deferred Prosecution Gadsden, AL 60.4 miles from Wedowee
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehab Center
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Clients With Legal Issues, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Mountain View Hospital Gadsden, AL 60.4 miles from Wedowee
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehabilitation and Drug Treatment Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Clients With Legal Issues, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Hospital Inpatient, Mental Health Services, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less, Seniors/Older Adults
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)

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

The graduates of drug rehab that are deemed to have benefited long term from a successful treatment program are those individuals who can stand on their own feet and live drug-free and productive lives.

In 2008, heavy drinking was reported by 6.9 percent of the population aged 12 or older, or 17.3 million people. This rate was the same as the rate of heavy drinking in 2007. Heavy drinking is defined as binge drinking on at least 5 days in the past 30 days.

As an individual continues to use methamphetamine, the extreme feeling of intense pleasure will typically begin to fade as they develop a tolerance to the drug; they will take large amounts in a vain attempt to recapture the initial high.

In 2005, the number of new nonmedical users of OxyContin? aged 12 or older was 526,000, with an average age at first use of 23.2 years among those aged 12 to 49. These estimates are similar to estimates for 2004 (615,000 and 22.9 years, respectively).

In 2006, the number of new nonmedical users of OxyContin aged 12 or older was 533,000, with an average age at first use of 22.6 years among those aged 12 to 49. These estimates are similar to those for 2005 (526,000 and 23.2 years, respectively).

After dropping from 34.9 percent in 2006 to 31.8 percent in 2007, the rate of current cigarette smoking among female young adults aged 18 to 25 held steady at 31.8 percent in 2008. Between 2002 and 2008, the rate of cigarette use among young adults declined for both boys (from 44.4 to 39.5 percent) and girls (from 37.1 to 31.8 percent).


The following survey was completed by residents of Wedowee, Alabama as part of the USNODRUGS monitoring program. The survey below is a representation of perceptual drug and alcohol usage rates in Wedowee, 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 Wedowee, Alabama.
Do you believe that using marijuana can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
96%
1%
3%
Marijuana use in Wedowee, Alabama.
Have you used marijuana in your lifetime?
No
Yes
89%
11%
Have you used marijuana in the past month?
No
Yes
75%
25%
Do you use marijuana regularly?
Maybe
No
Yes
6%
88%
6%
Perception of Alcohol in Wedowee, Alabama.
Do you believe that drinking alcohol can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
4%
14%
82%
Have you had a binge drinking experience in the past month?
No
Yes
76%
24%
Do you consume alcohol daily?
Maybe
No
Yes
1%
95%
4%
How old were you when you first experimented with alcohol?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
10%
9%
58%
23%
What motivated you to use drugs or alcohol for the first time in Wedowee, 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
8%
27%
0%
7%
1%
3%
45%
3%
3%
3%
Most common first drug experience in Wedowee, Alabama?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
17%
4%
2%
7%
3%
4%
13%
5%
11%
9%
18%
7%
Use of drugs and alcohol in Wedowee, Alabama schools.
Have you ever gone to school in Wedowee, Alabama under the influence of marijuana?
Maybe
No
Yes
1%
96%
3%
Have you ever gone to school in Wedowee, Alabama under the influence of alcohol?
Maybe
No
Yes
13%
75%
12%
What is the most common drug used in your school in Wedowee, Alabama?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
22%
2%
2%
5%
2%
4%
11%
3%
12%
7%
20%
10%
Your Age?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
0%
16%
57%
27%
Your Gender?
Female
Male
46%
54%
Surveys updated monthly.

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