Ozark, Arkansas

Ozark, Arkansas, in Franklin county, is 32 miles E of Fort Smith, Arkansas (center to center) and 129 miles E of Tulsa, Oklahoma. There are 3,525 residents in the city.

The People and Families of Ozark

In Ozark, about 52% of adults are married.

Women are better represented than men in Ozark. There are a lot of senior citizens in the city.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Ozark had a median family income of $31,537.

Political Inclinations

Ozark folks tended to give their money ($2,000) to John Kerry in the 2004 Presidential race. More campaign money flowed to the Democratic party than to competing parties.

Ozark Housing

As of 2000, the share of housing units in Ozark that were owner-occupied was 64%.

Commuting

In Ozark, 94% of commuters drive to work.

Nearby Cities and Towns

LocationPop.Median Family
Income (2000)
Ozark3,525$31,537
Alma4,160$34,068
Booneville4,117$31,012
Clarksville7,719$30,758
Paris3,707$32,409

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)
Top 17%Ozark Affordability of Property Taxes


The listings in Ozark, Arkansas and surrounding areas provide the following services:

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



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Do you or someone you care about live in Ozark, Arkansas and have an addiction to drugs or alcohol? Have you failed at trying to help someone with drug or alcohol addiction in Ozark and have lost all hope? Drug and alcohol addiction are an epidemic in our society today. Someone who is addicted to drugs or alcohol is just existing, not living. This can be a very sad and depressing existence to say the least. But all is not lost, and there are ways to treat addiction that actually work. The way out can be found at a Drug Rehabilitation or Alcohol Rehab Facility in Ozark that will suit your treatment needs.

The reason an Alcohol Rehabilitation or Drug Rehab Center in Ozark works for the treatment of drug addiction and alcoholism is because the individual will learn to overcome problems in life by confronting them, not by numbing them with drugs and alcohol. Once the individual starts confronting and handling life situations, they realize that they can actually cope with their problems and don't feel the need to compound them with drugs or alcohol.

Each individual is different, and there are a variety of treatment programs available in Ozark to cater to individual needs. For example, there are Outpatient Drug Rehab Centers, Short-term Drug Rehab Centers, Long-term Rehab Centers, Inpatient Drug Rehabilitation, support group meetings, drug counseling, halfway houses and sober living.

The two main aspects of addiction, physical and psychological, are what the individual will be addressing during the course of treatment at a Drug Treatment or Alcohol Rehab Program in Ozark. Individuals will first begin by addressing the aspect of physical addiction by taking part in a detoxification program in Ozark, Arkansas, which will help with the uncomfortable withdrawal symptoms that ensue when a person stops using drugs or alcohol. The brain adapts to the use of a psychoactive substance over time, which lessens the effect of the drug. This is how physical tolerance to drugs such as heroin, amphetamines, cocaine, nicotine and alcohol develops. This is why someone using drugs has to take more and more of the substance to get the same effect. Abruptly stopping substance use is what causes the uncomfortable withdrawal symptoms. These symptoms could last for days, weeks or even months depending on the individual's history of abuse. Hardcore drugs such as heroin have a particularly long and painful withdrawal period.

Right off the bat, an Alcohol Rehabilitation or Drug Rehab Facility in Ozark will get the individual started on a professional detoxification accompanied by psychological counseling. At the root of the individual's addiction to drugs or alcohol are these psychological issues. Once addressed, the individual's chances of relapse are decreased markedly.

Due to the structured environment and comprehensive program that a Drug Rehab or Alcohol Treatment Center in Ozark, AR. offers, it truly is the most successful method for treating drug and alcohol addiction. There is no stone left unturned, every area where the individual is having problems in life will be addressed.

As part of treatment in Ozark, AR., the individual will be trained on how to react appropriately to situations in life and how to change his behavior patterns. Staff of a Drug Treatment or Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility in Ozark will work with the individual on how to respond to his environment, friends, family etc. when he returns home upon completion of treatment. It is expected that the individual will be able to appropriately handle the things which may have initially triggered his drug use. If not, these influences may produce psychological stressors which can cause the person to relapse. That is why professional treatment to address these psychological stressors is such an important aspect of the individual's recovery.

After having discontinued use of drugs or alcohol, research has shown that an addict's brain changes the ways it functions and responds to situations. This is yet another reason it is vital to seek professional help at an Alcohol Rehab or Drug Rehabilitation Facility in Ozark, AR., instead of trying to stop on one's own. There is so much for an addict to overcome to achieve sobriety. It is no easy task, even with help. Seeking help at an Alcohol Treatment or Drug Rehab Facility in Ozark, AR. is an addict's best bet for a successful recovery from drug and alcohol addiction. If you or someone you know is ready for a new life free of drugs and alcohol, find out what treatment options are available at an Alcohol Rehab or Drug Rehabilitation Center in Ozark. No time is better than the present to end the cycle of addiction and all of the destruction that it creates. Help is waiting for you or someone you love today.

Getting Help

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

There are no listings in Ozark, AR. so we have provided the 20 closest treatment facilities arranged by distance from Ozark, Arkansas:

Serenity Counseling Advocates Inc Van Buren, AR 31.2 miles from Ozark
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehab Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Gay and Lesbian, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Males, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Seniors/Older Adults, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Gateway House Inc Fort Smith, AR 34.8 miles from Ozark
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Addiction Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Residential Beds for Children, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Halfway House, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, 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
Harbor House Inc Fort Smith, AR 36.5 miles from Ozark
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehab
Services Offered: Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Halfway House, Outpatient, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Horizon Adolescent Treatment Center Fort Smith, AR 36.9 miles from Ozark
Primary Service: Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Rehab Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
River Valley Counseling Inc Fort Smith, AR 36.9 miles from Ozark
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Treatment Center
Services Offered: Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Gay and Lesbian, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Males, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Seniors/Older Adults, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Oklahoma Treatment Services LLC Roland, OK 40.7 miles from Ozark
Primary Service: Drug Rehab and Alcohol Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Methadone Detoxification, Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Arkansas River Valley Area Council Russellville, AR 43.1 miles from Ozark
Primary Service: Drug Rehab and Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility
Services Offered: Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Halfway House, 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, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Decision Point Inc Springdale, AR 45.0 miles from Ozark
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Treatment Facility
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Halfway House, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less, Spanish Speaking, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Springdale Treatment Center Springdale, AR 45.2 miles from Ozark
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Treatment Program
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Methadone Detoxification, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
FOCUS Sallisaw, OK 51.5 miles from Ozark
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Gay and Lesbian, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Outpatient, Seniors/Older Adults, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
People Inc Sallisaw, OK 51.5 miles from Ozark
Primary Service: Drug Rehab and Alcohol Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Males, Outpatient, Seniors/Older Adults, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare
Nelson Counseling Rogers, AR 52.5 miles from Ozark
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Treatment Program
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
KI BOIS Community Action Foundation Poteau, OK 57.6 miles from Ozark
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Treatment Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Males, Outpatient, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid
Counseling Associates Morrilton Morrilton, AR 62.6 miles from Ozark
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehabilitation and Drug Treatment Program
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Mental Health Services, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicare, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Multi Counseling Inc Tahlequah, OK 70.0 miles from Ozark
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Rehab Facility
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Mental Health Services, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Redefine U LLC Tahlequah, OK 70.0 miles from Ozark
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Males, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Access to Recovery
Bill Willis Community Mental Hlth and Tahlequah, OK 72.6 miles from Ozark
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Males, Outpatient, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Jack Brown Regional Treatment Center Tahlequah, OK 72.6 miles from Ozark
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehab
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Outpatient, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment
Clark Community Mental Health Center Monett, MO 84.4 miles from Ozark
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Mental Health Services, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Larry Simmering Recovery Center Branson, MO 84.8 miles from Ozark
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Treatment Program
Services Offered: Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)

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

Among boys aged 18 to 22 in 2008, full time college students and those not enrolled full time in college did not differ significantly in their rates of past month cigar smoking (18.0 and 18.5 percent, respectively). However, cigar use by boys in this age range who were not enrolled full time in college declined from 2007 (21.7 percent) to 2008 (18.5 percent).

In 2006, past month marijuana use was reported by 2.5 percent of teens aged 12 to 17 who strongly or somewhat disapproved of their peers using marijuana once a month or more compared with 26.4 percent of teens who reported that they neither approve nor disapprove of such behavior from their peers.

A danger to opiate users is contamination of the drug itself. Many street drugs contain toxic additives that the system--already overtaxed from the addiction--cannot flush out easily, if at all.

In 2006, 9.8 percent of teens aged 12 to 17 were current illegal drug users: 6.7 percent used marijuana, 3.3 percent engaged in nonmedical use of prescription-type drugs, 1.3 percent used inhalants, 0.7 percent used hallucinogens, and 0.4 percent used cocaine.

A single dose of morphine can block a process in the brain associated with learning and memory for as long as a full day after the drug has been ingested.

The risk of arrest for each ?joint,? or marijuana cigarette, smoked is about 1 arrest for every 12,000 joints.


Strong support groups and sober friends are very helpful for recovering Alcoholics after rehab. Alcoholics Anonymous provides meetings that recovering alcoholics can attend to help stay focused on their sobriety. You can find AA meetings at the following locations in Ozark:

Ozark Group
First Methodist Church
5th & Hwy 64
Ozark, Arkansas 72949

AA Meeting Days and Times
Tuesday, 7:30 PM
The following survey was completed by residents of Ozark, Arkansas as part of the USNODRUGS monitoring program. The survey below is a representation of perceptual drug and alcohol usage rates in Ozark, Arkansas. 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 Ozark, Arkansas.
Do you believe that using marijuana can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
Marijuana use in Ozark, Arkansas.
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 Ozark, Arkansas.
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 Ozark, Arkansas?
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 Ozark, Arkansas?
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 Ozark, Arkansas schools.
Have you ever gone to school in Ozark, Arkansas under the influence of marijuana?
Maybe
No
Yes
Have you ever gone to school in Ozark, Arkansas under the influence of alcohol?
Maybe
No
Yes
What is the most common drug used in your school in Ozark, Arkansas?
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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