Carbondale, Colorado

Carbondale, Colorado is 111 miles W of Boulder, Colorado (center to center) and 121 miles W of Denver, Colorado. It is in Garfield county. The population of the town is 5,196.

The People and Families of Carbondale

In Carbondale, about 47% of adults are married. The size of households in Carbondale is larger than most. Kids are seemingly everywhere in the town.

It's notable that men are disproportionately common in Carbondale.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Carbondale had a median family income of $55,726. Notably, Carbondale is home to a disproportionate number of well-off single people.

Political Inclinations

Among Carbondale political contributors, John Kerry was favored among Presidential candidates in 2004, with $12,800. The Republican party attracted the largest share of donations from the town.

Carbondale Housing

Of the housing in Carbondale, approximately 58% is occupied by their owners. Newer housing units are not uncommon in the town. Real estate taxes per home are higher in Carbondale than most places in Colorado.

Commuting

In Carbondale, 78% of commuters drive to work. The town offers good access to public transportation.

Nearby Cities and Towns

LocationPop.Median Family
Income (2000)
Carbondale5,196$55,726
Glenwood Springs7,736$52,903
Gypsum3,654$62,384

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 5%Carbondale Public Transportation Use


The listings in Carbondale, Colorado and surrounding areas provide the following services:

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



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

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

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

There are 3 local Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehabilitation Programs in Carbondale, Colorado. We have also provided 17 additional Alcohol Rehabilitation and Drug Rehab Facilities that are closest geographically to Carbondale:

Jaywalker Lodge LLC Carbondale, CO
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Rehabilitation Facility
Services Offered: Outpatient, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Servicios de Consejeria Hispanos Inc Carbondale, CO
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug 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, Gay and Lesbian, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Males, Outpatient, Seniors/Older Adults, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Springs Counseling Center Carbondale, CO
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Addiction Treatment Program
Services Offered: Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Men and Women Seeking Empowerment Edwards, CO 23.5 miles from Carbondale
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Addiction Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Clients With Legal Issues, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Males, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Colorado West Regional Mental Hlth Ctr Aspen, CO 24.5 miles from Carbondale
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Treatment Facility
Services Offered: 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
Bair Counseling Center Frisco, CO 24.5 miles from Carbondale
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Rehab
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, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Addictive Behaviors Counseling Glenwood Springs, CO 24.5 miles from Carbondale
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Clients With Legal Issues, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Males, Outpatient, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Springs Counseling Center Glenwood Springs, CO 24.5 miles from Carbondale
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehab Center
Services Offered: Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Males, Outpatient, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Gonzalez Counseling LLC Glenwood Springs, CO 27.8 miles from Carbondale
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehab Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Clients With Legal Issues, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Males, Outpatient, Spanish Speaking, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
The Youth Recovery Center Glenwood Springs, CO 27.8 miles from Carbondale
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehab Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Hospital Inpatient, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Colorado West Mental Health Center Eagle, CO 36.5 miles from Carbondale
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehab Center
Services Offered: 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
Servicios de Consejeria Hispanos Inc Eagle, CO 36.5 miles from Carbondale
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Clients With Legal Issues, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Gay and Lesbian, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Males, Outpatient, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Alpine Springs Counseling PC Edwards, CO 40.0 miles from Carbondale
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Treatment Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Colorado Counseling Edwards, CO 40.0 miles from Carbondale
Primary Service: Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Clients With Legal Issues, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Males, Outpatient, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Harmony Foundation Inc Estes Park, CO 47.8 miles from Carbondale
Primary Service: Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Treatment Center
Services Offered: Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Males, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Mount Hope Recovery Inc Estes Park, CO 47.8 miles from Carbondale
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Recovery Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Clients With Legal Issues, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Males, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Spanish Speaking, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Colorado Western Slope Counseling Delta, CO 60.3 miles from Carbondale
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Clients With Legal Issues, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient, Seniors/Older Adults
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Midwestern Colorado Mental Health Ctr Delta, CO 60.3 miles from Carbondale
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehabilitation and Drug Treatment Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Mental Health Services, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Options Counseling Delta, CO 63.0 miles from Carbondale
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Rehabilitation Center
Services Offered: Clients With Legal Issues, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Mountain View Counseling Inc Fairplay, CO 70.0 miles from Carbondale
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Clients With Legal Issues, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Gay and Lesbian, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Males, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment

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

Among those aged 50 to 54, the rate of past month illegal drug use increased from 3.4 percent in 2002 to 5.7 percent in 2007. Among those aged 55 to 59, current illegal drug use showed an increase from 1.9 percent in 2002 to 4.1 percent in 2007. These 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.

Opiate dependence is likely, especially if a person uses a lot of opiates or even uses opiates occasionally over a long period of time.

Of the 20.8 million people in 2008 who were classified as needing substance use treatment but did not receive treatment at a specialty facility in the past year, 1.0 million persons (4.8 percent) reported that they felt they needed treatment for their illegal drug or alcohol use problem. Of these 1.0 million persons who felt they needed treatment, 233,000 (23.3 percent) reported that they made an effort to get treatment, and 766,000 (76.7 percent) reported making no effort to get treatment.

By the mid-nineties heroin purity was generally 40 percent or higher. In the Northeast, heroin purity averaged between 60 and 75 percent.

People's perceptions of the risk of binge drinking were moderately related to their actual rates of binge drinking at the State level in 2002.2003. Eight of the States (Iowa, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Dakota, and Wisconsin) with the highest rates of binge use of alcohol in 2002.2003 also were States with the lowest perceived risk of binge drinking for the population aged 12 or older. Similarly Utah, the State with the lowest rate of binge use of alcohol among persons aged 12 or older (15.9 percent), also had the highest rate of perceived risk of that behavior (50.9 percent).

Club-hopping young adults are increasingly using Xanax in combination with other drugs such as stimulants and cocaine; this group is commonly referred to in the "club scene" as "Xannie poppers".


The following survey was completed by residents of Carbondale, Colorado as part of the USNODRUGS monitoring program. The survey below is a representation of perceptual drug and alcohol usage rates in Carbondale, Colorado. 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 Carbondale, Colorado.
Do you believe that using marijuana can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
84%
4%
12%
Marijuana use in Carbondale, Colorado.
Have you used marijuana in your lifetime?
No
Yes
80%
20%
Have you used marijuana in the past month?
No
Yes
89%
11%
Do you use marijuana regularly?
Maybe
No
Yes
18%
75%
7%
Perception of Alcohol in Carbondale, Colorado.
Do you believe that drinking alcohol can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
3%
3%
94%
Have you had a binge drinking experience in the past month?
No
Yes
77%
23%
Do you consume alcohol daily?
Maybe
No
Yes
7%
86%
7%
How old were you when you first experimented with alcohol?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
6%
14%
53%
27%
What motivated you to use drugs or alcohol for the first time in Carbondale, Colorado?
Boredom
Curiousity
Drugs were all around
Family problem
Hopelessness
It was easy to get
None of the above
Peer Pressure
To fit in
Unhappiness
0%
10%
1%
2%
8%
0%
64%
5%
2%
8%
Most common first drug experience in Carbondale, Colorado?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
17%
3%
3%
3%
3%
4%
13%
5%
10%
9%
22%
8%
Use of drugs and alcohol in Carbondale, Colorado schools.
Have you ever gone to school in Carbondale, Colorado under the influence of marijuana?
Maybe
No
Yes
9%
87%
4%
Have you ever gone to school in Carbondale, Colorado under the influence of alcohol?
Maybe
No
Yes
4%
89%
7%
What is the most common drug used in your school in Carbondale, Colorado?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
22%
3%
3%
8%
3%
2%
15%
5%
6%
8%
15%
10%
Your Age?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
9%
26%
40%
25%
Your Gender?
Female
Male
78%
22%
Surveys updated monthly.

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