Folsom, California

Introduction to Folsom, California

The California city of Folsom is located in Sacramento County, about 22 miles northeast of the state capital of Sacramento. A large network of area freeways encompasses the city, and these include Interstate I-80 and U.S. Route 50. Surrounding communities include Loomis (to the north), Carmichael (to the west), Rancho Cordova (to the southwest), and El Dorado Hills (to the east).

Folsom traces its origins to the mid-nineteenth century, when gold was discovered in the area and massive mining operations were set up. At the conclusion of the Mexican-American War, U.S. Army Captain Joseph Folsom purchased 35,000 acres of land and planned a town site near one of the mining spots. Envisioning the site as a future railroad stop, Folsom named the new town "Granite City". His vision was realized posthumously in 1856 when the first train on the West's first railroad arrived in the town from Sacramento. Subsequently, Folsom's successors renamed the town in his memory and several decades later, construction began on Folsom Prison. The facility, designed to relieve over-crowding at San Quentin, opened in 1880. Folsom made history in 1895 when the first long-distance transmission of electricity (22 miles) was made from Folsom to Sacramento. Incorporated in 1946, Folsom is best known today as a popular middle-class suburb which is home to the largest employer in the Sacramento area, Intel.

Folsom Attractions

The city of Folsom is rich in historic sites and attractions. The Folsom State Prison, popularized in a Johnny Cash song, became the state's second prison upon its completion in 1880. Folsom Powerhouse State Historic Park is an historical site whose hydroelectric powerhouse first delivered power to Sacramento in 1895 and remained in operation until 1952. The Folsom Zoo Sanctuary is not a "mainstream" zoo, but instead more of an animal sanctuary which happens to be open to the public. Many of its animals were raised and rejected as wild pets. Others were injured or orphaned in the wild. All have names and personalities, and their individual stories and information about their species are posted at the exhibits. The Folsom History Museum is housed in a reconstruction of the Wells Fargo & Company Assay Office built in 1860 by Wells Fargo agents in Folsom. The Folsom Dam, constructed non-stop from 1948 until 1956, is one of the most interesting and overlooked attractions in Folsom. One of the city's biggest traditions is the annual Folsom Rodeo. A 4th of July staple for many years, the event kicks off with a community picnic and concert at the city park, followed later by a cattle drive down Folsom's historic Sutter Street, where cowboys and Folsom dignitaries round up the cattle at high noon and parade them down the streets for public viewing. Events at the rodeo itself include bull riding, bronco riding, barrel racing, steer wrestling, and more. The rodeo culminates with a large fireworks display visible throughout the city.

Nearby Cities and Towns

LocationPop.Median Family
Income (2000)
Folsom51,884$82,448
Auburn12,462$62,250
Citrus Heights85,071$51,207
Loomis6,260$64,837
Rancho Cordova55,060$43,211
Rocklin36,330$72,245
Roseville79,921$65,929

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)
Top 3%Folsom Well-Paid Single Men
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)
Top 10%Folsom Median Family Income


The listings in Folsom, California and surrounding areas provide the following services:

(7) Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less
(6) Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment
(7) Drug/Alcohol Detoxification
(3) Halfway House
(14) Outpatient
(3) Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment
(4) Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services
(3) Males
(2) Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum
(4) Females
(1) Residential Beds for Children
(3) Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders
(6) Teens and Adolescents
(2) Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders
(6) Clients With Legal Issues
(2) American Sign Language
(3) Spanish Speaking
(2) General Health Services



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Are you battling an addiction to drugs or alcohol and live in Folsom, California? Do you have a friend or family member that is addicted to drugs or alcohol in Folsom 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 Facility in Folsom that will be appropriate for your treatment needs.

A Drug Rehabilitation or Alcohol Rehab Facility in Folsom 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 Folsom are Outpatient Drug Rehabilitation, Long-term Addiction Treatment Programs, Short-term Rehab Centers, Inpatient Addiction Treatment Facilities, support group meetings, drug counseling, halfway houses and sober living.

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

There are no listings in Folsom, CA. so we have provided the 20 closest treatment facilities arranged by distance from Folsom, California:

Clean and Sober Recovery Services Inc Orangevale, CA 3.9 miles from Folsom
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehabilitation Facility
Services Offered: Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Clean and Sober Detox Fair Oaks, CA 6.1 miles from Folsom
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Center
Services Offered: Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Halfway House, Outpatient, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Social Health and Addiction Recovery Fair Oaks, CA 6.1 miles from Folsom
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Center
Services Offered: Halfway House, 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, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Oak House Treatment Programs Citrus Heights, CA 6.5 miles from Folsom
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehabilitation Center
Services Offered: Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Males, 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
New Leaf Counseling Services Auburn, CA 7.5 miles from Folsom
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Center
Services Offered: Residential Beds for Children, Halfway House, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicare, Private health insurance
Sierra Council on Alcoholism and Auburn, CA 7.5 miles from Folsom
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Addiction Treatment Program
Services Offered: Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Males, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
Sierra Family Services Auburn, CA 7.5 miles from Folsom
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Sacramento Pathway Citrus Heights, CA 7.8 miles from Folsom
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Rehabilitation Facility
Services Offered: Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Another Choice Another Chance Rancho Cordova, CA 8.4 miles from Folsom
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, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid
D and A Detox Center Rancho Cordova, CA 8.4 miles from Folsom
Primary Service: Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Rehab Program
Services Offered: Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
New Dawn Recovery Centers Citrus Heights, CA 8.8 miles from Folsom
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Koinonia Foster Homes Inc Antelope, CA 9.9 miles from Folsom
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Recovery Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Clients With Legal Issues, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment
Kiononia Foster Homes Inc Loomis, CA 9.9 miles from Folsom
Primary Service: Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Clients With Legal Issues, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Spanish Speaking
Associated Rehab Program for Women Inc Carmichael, CA 10.2 miles from Folsom
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Recovery Center
Services Offered: Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Full Circle Treatment Center Roseville, CA 10.4 miles from Folsom
Primary Service: Drug Rehab and Alcohol Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Shingle Springs Tribal Health Program Shingle Springs, CA 11.1 miles from Folsom
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehabilitation Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Clients With Legal Issues, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, General Health Services, Males, Outpatient, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE), Access to Recovery
Northern California VAHCS Mather, CA 11.2 miles from Folsom
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Mexican American Alcoholism Prog Inc Galt, CA 12.9 miles from Folsom
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility
Services Offered: Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
MAAP Inc North Highlands, CA 12.9 miles from Folsom
Primary Service: Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Clients With Legal Issues, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Effort in North Highlands North Highlands, CA 12.9 miles from Folsom
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: General Health Services, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid)

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

A government survey that was taken concerning Vicodin during 2006 showed that over 6 million people had reported taking the drug for non-medical purposes.

OxyContin is so expensive that it is common for teens turn to stealing to support their habit.

While in drug rehab treatment, individuals will learn about addiction, recovery and relapse while addressing misguided beliefs about self, others and their environment. Attending a drug addiction treatment program will help the recovering drug addict to make healthy lifestyle changes, manage their feelings and develop coping tools and drug refusal skills. In addition, they will be able to learn to identify relapse warning signs and challenge thoughts that may lead to relapse.

In 2008, the average age at first alcohol use among recent initiates aged 12 to 49 was 17.0 years, similar to the corresponding 2007 estimate (16.8 years). The mean age at first use among recent initiates aged 12 or older who initiated use prior to the age of 21 was 15.9 years, which was similar to the 2007 estimate (15.8 years).

Perceived risk is measured by NSDUH as the percentage reporting that there is great risk in the substance use behavior. The percentage of teens aged 12 to 17 perceiving great risk in smoking marijuana once or twice a week increased from 51.5 percent in 2002 to 55.0 percent in 2005, but dropped to 53.1 percent in 2008. A decline from 2005 to 2008 also was observed for using LSD once or twice a week (76.2 percent in 2002, 76.1 percent in 2005, and 73.9 percent in 2008). Between 2002 and 2008, the percentages who reported great risk in using alcohol and cigarettes increased. In 2002, 63.1 percent of teens reported great risk in smoking one or more packs of cigarettes per day, and in 2008 the percentage increased to 69.7 percent. In 2002, 38.2 percent reported great risk in binge drinking once or twice a week, and in 2008 the percentage increased to 40.5 percent.

From 1898 through to 1910 heroin was marketed as a non-addictive morphine substitute and cough suppressant. Bayer marketed heroin as a cure for morphine addiction before it was discovered that heroin is rapidly metabolized into morphine, and as such, "heroin" was basically only a quicker acting form of morphine. The company was somewhat embarrassed by this new finding and it became a historical blunder for Bayer.


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 Folsom:

Lifering
Kaiser Building On Iron Point
2155 Iron Point Rd
Folsom, California 95630

AA Meeting Days and Times
Thursday, 7:30 PM
The following survey was completed by residents of Folsom, California as part of the USNODRUGS monitoring program. The survey below is a representation of perceptual drug and alcohol usage rates in Folsom, California. 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 Folsom, California.
Do you believe that using marijuana can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
78%
8%
14%
Marijuana use in Folsom, California.
Have you used marijuana in your lifetime?
No
Yes
85%
15%
Have you used marijuana in the past month?
No
Yes
86%
14%
Do you use marijuana regularly?
Maybe
No
Yes
5%
93%
2%
Perception of Alcohol in Folsom, California.
Do you believe that drinking alcohol can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
0%
10%
90%
Have you had a binge drinking experience in the past month?
No
Yes
97%
3%
Do you consume alcohol daily?
Maybe
No
Yes
5%
76%
19%
How old were you when you first experimented with alcohol?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
1%
20%
58%
21%
What motivated you to use drugs or alcohol for the first time in Folsom, California?
Boredom
Curiousity
Drugs were all around
Family problem
Hopelessness
It was easy to get
None of the above
Peer Pressure
To fit in
Unhappiness
3%
28%
2%
10%
5%
2%
33%
8%
0%
9%
Most common first drug experience in Folsom, California?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
22%
5%
2%
7%
2%
4%
14%
2%
7%
10%
15%
10%
Use of drugs and alcohol in Folsom, California schools.
Have you ever gone to school in Folsom, California under the influence of marijuana?
Maybe
No
Yes
0%
97%
3%
Have you ever gone to school in Folsom, California under the influence of alcohol?
Maybe
No
Yes
9%
81%
10%
What is the most common drug used in your school in Folsom, California?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
23%
6%
2%
5%
3%
3%
15%
5%
7%
7%
17%
7%
Your Age?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
3%
35%
42%
20%
Your Gender?
Female
Male
80%
20%
Surveys updated monthly.

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