Waldron, Arkansas

Waldron, Arkansas, in Scott county, is 38 miles SE of Fort Smith, Arkansas (center to center) and 137 miles SE of Tulsa, Oklahoma. The city has a population of 3,508.

The People and Families of Waldron

In Waldron, about 51% of adults are married. One thing visitors notice about Waldron is the large number of young children, especially babies and pre-school kids. A relatively large number of people in the city live by themselves.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Waldron had a median family income of $26,829.

Political Inclinations

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

Waldron Housing

About 55% of housing units in Waldron are owner-occupied. Many residents rent one-bedroom or studio apartments.

Commuting

In Waldron, 95% of commuters drive to work. You'll want a car to get around in Waldron. Or at least you'll find that a great majority of people here drive everywhere. Commuting to work is generally easier in the city than in most places of its size.

Nearby Cities and Towns

LocationPop.Median Family
Income (2000)
Waldron3,508$26,829
Booneville4,117$31,012
Greenwood7,112$41,278
Mena5,637$30,164

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 8%Waldron Short Commute Times
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)
Top 11%Waldron Affordability of Property Taxes
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)
Top 17%Waldron Affordability of Rents


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

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



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Do you have a problem with drug or alcohol addiction and live in Waldron, Arkansas? Are you concerned about a family member in Waldron, who has a problem like this? Whatever your situation it's easy to believe that you're alone with this . . . that, somehow, you have to solve the problem all on your own. That is not the case. We care about you - and will help you find a Drug Rehab or Alcohol Rehabilitation Program in Waldron, suited to your specific treatment needs. You don't have to deal with drug addiction or alcoholism on your own!

An Alcohol Rehab or Drug Rehabilitation Facility in Waldron, is a good option for the treatment of drug addiction and alcoholism. The goal of an Alcohol Rehabilitation or Drug Treatment Center in Waldron, AR. is to direct the initial treatment plan toward the ability of the individual to stop using drugs and/or alcohol and hence avoid the psychological, legal, financial, social, and physical consequences that are usually associated with drug addiction and alcoholism.

There are many different addiction treatment approaches such as Long-term Drug and Alcohol Rehab Facilities, Outpatient Drug Rehab Facilities, Short-term Drug Rehab Facilities, Inpatient Drug and Alcohol Rehab Centers, support group meetings, drug counseling, halfway houses and sober living.

Alcohol Rehab or Drug Rehabilitation Centers in Waldron, typically focus on the two-fold nature of drug addiction and alcoholism: physical and psychological addiction. Physical addiction can be treated by a detoxification program in Waldron, Arkansas with treatment procedure to assist with the painful withdrawal symptoms which manifest themselves when a person discontinues the consumption of a drug or drugs that they are addicted to. With habitual use of a psychoactive substance the brain gradually adapts to the presence of the drug so the desired effect becomes minimal. This is how physical tolerance develops to drugs such as heroin, amphetamines, cocaine, nicotine and alcohol to name a few. It also explains why more and more of the drug is needed to get the same effect with habitual use of an addictive drug. The abrupt cessation of an addictive drug can lead to serious withdrawal symptoms where the body may take weeks or months (depending on the drug involved) to return to normal function. The withdrawal symptoms from certain substances, such as heroin, can induce severe and painful withdrawal symptoms, and be quite prolonged.

A Drug Rehab or Alcohol Rehabilitation Center in Waldron, will not only provide the person with a professional detox but also provide an Alcohol Treatment or Drug Rehab Program for the psychological issues inevitably underlying all drug and alcohol addiction problems, so as to decrease the chances of relapse and increase the chances of a clean and sober life.

A Drug Treatment or Alcohol Rehabilitation Center in Waldron, AR. is more likely to be one of the most successful methods for treating an individual with a severe drug addiction problem. Alcohol Rehab or Drug Rehabilitation Facilities in Waldron, are designed to deliver a comprehensive treatment curriculum and assist a person in every facet of their life 24 hours a day.

For a person to make a successful recovery, they must acquire new knowledge, abilities and 'life skills'. This new knowledge, abilities and life skills must be directed toward strategies for returning home to Waldron, from an Alcohol Rehab or Drug Rehabilitation Center and encountering old drug using acquaintances in Waldron - as well as ways to handle the many reminders and triggers of their past drug using days in Waldron. These triggers can produce memories which can produce psychological stressors. These psychological stressors often hinder the recovering addict, making it very difficult for them to feel as though they have control over their actions concerning drug using impulses. This is because research into the brain of addicts shows changes in the way their brain functions long after they have discontinued using drugs and/or alcohol. This is the main reason why even an individual with will power as strong as steel may find it extremely difficult to overcome drug addiction or alcoholism without professional addiction treatment. With so many obstacles such as triggers, drug cravings, and changes in the way their brain functions due to habitual drug use, it is no surprise why so many people attend a Drug Treatment or Alcohol Rehabilitation Program each year to successfully recovery from drug and alcohol addiction.

There are many reasons why a person should enroll into a Drug Treatment or Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility in Waldron. A few of the many reasons are: the inability to control or eliminate their drinking or drug use, alienating their friends and family, legal problems, severe depression and general unhappiness due to excessive drug or alcohol use.

Getting Help

Call toll free 855 Stop-Drugs (855-786-7378) to speak to a professional Registered Addiction Specialist or simply fill out the Waldron, Arkansas Drug Rehab or Alcohol Treatment Program request form and you will be contacted by a counselor shortly.

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

Harbor House Inc Fort Smith, AR 20.6 miles from Waldron
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehab Facility
Services Offered: Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Halfway House, Outpatient, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
KI BOIS Community Action Foundation Poteau, OK 29.7 miles from Waldron
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Recovery Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Males, Outpatient, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid
Horizon Adolescent Treatment Center Fort Smith, AR 33.6 miles from Waldron
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehab Center
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 33.6 miles from Waldron
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehabilitation Program
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
Gateway House Inc Fort Smith, AR 38.0 miles from Waldron
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehab Program
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
Serenity Counseling Advocates Inc Van Buren, AR 40.9 miles from Waldron
Primary Service: Drug Treatment 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
Oklahoma Treatment Services LLC Roland, OK 41.5 miles from Waldron
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Program
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Methadone Detoxification, Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
FOCUS Sallisaw, OK 50.9 miles from Waldron
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment 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 50.9 miles from Waldron
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Recovery Facility
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
Choctaw Nation Talihina, OK 56.0 miles from Waldron
Primary Service: Drug Rehab and Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Residential Beds for Children, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Females
Arkansas River Valley Area Council Russellville, AR 60.9 miles from Waldron
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Treatment Program
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)
Quapaw House Inc Arkadelphia, AR 69.0 miles from Waldron
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
BARBS Place Hot Springs National Park, AR 69.2 miles from Waldron
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehab
Services Offered: Residential Beds for Children, Halfway House, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Counseling Associates Morrilton Morrilton, AR 73.3 miles from Waldron
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, 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)
Counseling Center of Southeast OK Antlers, OK 80.4 miles from Waldron
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehabilitation and Drug 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, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient, Seniors/Older Adults, 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)
Kiamichi Outreach Antlers, OK 80.4 miles from Waldron
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehabilitation Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Clients With Legal Issues, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Males, Outpatient, Spanish Speaking, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Counseling Clinic Inc Benton, AR 82.8 miles from Waldron
Primary Service: Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Valliant House LLC Valliant, OK 83.6 miles from Waldron
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehab Facility
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Gay and Lesbian, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Males, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Seniors/Older Adults, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance, Access to Recovery
Decision Point Inc Springdale, AR 86.5 miles from Waldron
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Recovery 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
Bill Willis Community Mental Hlth and Tahlequah, OK 86.5 miles from Waldron
Primary Service: Drug Rehab and Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility
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)

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The following survey was completed by residents of Waldron, Arkansas as part of the USNODRUGS monitoring program. The survey below is a representation of perceptual drug and alcohol usage rates in Waldron, 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 Waldron, Arkansas.
Do you believe that using marijuana can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
86%
8%
6%
Marijuana use in Waldron, Arkansas.
Have you used marijuana in your lifetime?
No
Yes
89%
11%
Have you used marijuana in the past month?
No
Yes
85%
15%
Do you use marijuana regularly?
Maybe
No
Yes
0%
98%
2%
Perception of Alcohol in Waldron, Arkansas.
Do you believe that drinking alcohol can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
12%
7%
81%
Have you had a binge drinking experience in the past month?
No
Yes
96%
4%
Do you consume alcohol daily?
Maybe
No
Yes
5%
89%
6%
How old were you when you first experimented with alcohol?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
9%
10%
60%
21%
What motivated you to use drugs or alcohol for the first time in Waldron, 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
14%
13%
3%
10%
6%
3%
31%
12%
0%
8%
Most common first drug experience in Waldron, Arkansas?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
21%
6%
3%
8%
3%
2%
15%
3%
6%
6%
18%
9%
Use of drugs and alcohol in Waldron, Arkansas schools.
Have you ever gone to school in Waldron, Arkansas under the influence of marijuana?
Maybe
No
Yes
4%
92%
4%
Have you ever gone to school in Waldron, Arkansas under the influence of alcohol?
Maybe
No
Yes
7%
81%
12%
What is the most common drug used in your school in Waldron, Arkansas?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
22%
4%
2%
4%
2%
3%
15%
5%
9%
5%
22%
7%
Your Age?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
8%
6%
58%
28%
Your Gender?
Female
Male
31%
69%
Surveys updated monthly.

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