Florence, Colorado

Florence, Colorado, in Fremont county, is 29 miles W of Pueblo, Colorado (center to center) and 34 miles SW of Colorado Springs, Colorado. There are 3,653 residents in the city.

The People and Families of Florence

In Florence, about 55% of adults are married.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Florence had a median family income of $39,276.

Political Inclinations

Florence folks tended to give their money ($500) to John Kerry in the 2004 Presidential race. More campaign money flowed to the Republican party than to competing parties.

Florence Housing

As of 2000, the share of housing units in Florence that were owner-occupied was 71%.

Commuting

In Florence, 89% of commuters drive to work.

Nearby Cities and Towns

LocationPop.Median Family
Income (2000)
Florence3,653$39,276
Canon City15,431$42,917


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

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



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Are drugs and alcohol creating destruction in your life in Florence, CO.? Do you know of someone in Florence, CO. that is going down the dark path of drug or alcohol addiction? It is very easy for someone to fall into the trap of addiction, but an individual soon realizes that it is extremely difficult to kick an addiction. That is where a Drug Rehabilitation or Alcohol Treatment Center in Florence comes in, to assist with the seemingly impossible task of treating individuals who have lost hope at ever being sober and happy again.

A Drug Rehabilitation or Alcohol Rehab Center in Florence treats drug addiction and alcoholism by ingraining in an addict that drugs and alcohol are not the solution to their problems and difficulties in life. It teaches an addict that all of their problems have solutions, solutions that can be found through cognitive reasoning and common sense. An Alcohol Rehabilitation or Drug Rehab Program in Florence would put the individual in the frame of mind to overcome life's obstacles by confronting them head on, and obliterates the person's desire to use drugs as a way out.

There are many different types of in-patient and out-patient treatment programs available in Florence, CO., because each individual has different needs. Examples of programs available in Florence are Outpatient Drug Rehabs, Short-term Drug Rehabilitation, Inpatient Addiction Recovery Programs, Long-term Addiction Recovery, support group meetings, drug counseling, halfway houses and sober living.

Alcohol Rehab or Drug Rehabilitation Centers in Florence have a two-prong approach to treatment, both the physical and psychological causes and effects of drug and alcohol addiction. As the individual's brain adapts to the use of a psychoactive substance over time, the effect that the drug creates within the body is lessened. Due to this physical tolerance, more and more drugs or alcohol must be consumed to get high or even get a buzz.

The physical aspect of addiction is the first thing an addict will address when making the decision to seek treatment for addiction. A detoxification program in Florence, Colorado delivered by a qualified Drug Rehabilitation or Alcohol Treatment Facility will navigate the addict through the uncomfortable withdrawal symptoms that are caused by abruptly coming off of drugs or alcohol. These withdrawal symptoms can last for days, weeks or months; all depending on the drug of choice and individual circumstances. Heroin withdrawal for example will take a considerable amount of time to detox and is a highly painful and uncomfortable process. Detoxification and psychological counseling right from get-go will put the individual on the right path to address issues involved with drug and alcohol abuse. This gives the individual a better chance of having a lasting recovery and prevents relapse.

A Drug Rehab or Alcohol Treatment Program in Florence, CO. takes the individual out of the environment which may have triggered their addiction, and offers an environment that will ensure a successful recovery from drug and alcohol addiction. The individual will be given tools to better handle life situations and triggers which may have caused their drug use. When the individual completes treatment and does return home, he will do so with a new ability to handle triggers, which will no longer have an influence over him, his actions and behavior.

People who have abused drugs and alcohol shows changes in their brain. Research shows that these changes in the brain effect how an addict responds to situations. Alcohol Rehab or Drug Rehabilitation Facilities are aware of this and know that an addict will need more than high hopes to beat addiction. This is yet another reason why professional treatment at a Drug Rehab or Alcohol Rehabilitation Program in Florence, CO. is so important.

There are a lot of reasons to seek treatment today, mainly because most people who try to kick the habit on their own will fail and just start using drugs or alcohol again. Tackling addiction and getting control of your life can be achieved by seeking treatment at a Drug Treatment or Alcohol Rehab Program in Florence, CO. It doesn't have to be another failure, sobriety can be achieved with the right technology and the care and support of people who want to see you winning again. Don't think about it, do something about it and get your life or the life of someone you care about on the road to a sober and happy life today. Treatment can begin immediately by finding which option is best for you at one of the many Alcohol Rehab or Drug Rehabilitation Programs in Florence, CO.

Getting Help

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

There are no listings in Florence, CO. so we have provided the 20 closest treatment facilities arranged by distance from Florence, Colorado:

Addiction Recovery Programs Inc Canon City, CO 21.0 miles from Florence
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Recovery Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Spanish Speaking, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Alpine Family Counseling Services Inc Westcliffe, CO 21.7 miles from Florence
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Treatment 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, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Males, Outpatient, Seniors/Older Adults, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Adult and Youth Counseling Servs Inc Canon City, CO 22.4 miles from Florence
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Clients With Legal Issues, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Creative Counter Measures Inc Canon City, CO 22.4 miles from Florence
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehab 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, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Males, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Seniors/Older Adults, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Stargazer Institute of Abuse Prevent Canon City, CO 22.4 miles from Florence
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Recovery Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Seniors/Older Adults, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Rocky Mountain Behavioral Health Inc Salida, CO 22.4 miles from Florence
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehabilitation Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Clients With Legal Issues, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Pathfinders Comm Counseling Servs Inc La Junta, CO 23.7 miles from Florence
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Treatment Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Clients With Legal Issues, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Southern Colorado Comprehensive La Junta, CO 23.7 miles from Florence
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Rehabilitation Facility
Services Offered: Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Associates for Psychotherapy and Pueblo, CO 23.7 miles from Florence
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Addiction Treatment Center
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
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicare, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Awareness Institute Inc Pueblo, CO 23.7 miles from Florence
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Addiction Treatment Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Case Management Services Pueblo, CO 23.7 miles from Florence
Primary Service: Drug Rehab and Alcohol 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, Males, Outpatient, Spanish Speaking, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
MNP Enterprises Pueblo, CO 23.7 miles from Florence
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehab Facility
Services Offered: Clients With Legal Issues, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Pathways for Youth Inc Pueblo, CO 23.7 miles from Florence
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, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Southern CO Comprehensive Crt Servs Pueblo, CO 23.7 miles from Florence
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Rehab
Services Offered: Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
A Turning Point Canon City, CO 24.5 miles from Florence
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Addiction Recovery Faciltity
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, 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, Medicaid, Access to Recovery
Canon City Counseling Inc Canon City, CO 24.5 miles from Florence
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Treatment Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Clients With Legal Issues, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Adult Youth Counseling Services Inc Pueblo, CO 26.6 miles from Florence
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Access to Recovery
El Pueblo Boys and Girls Ranch Pueblo, CO 26.6 miles from Florence
Primary Service: Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Mental Health Services, Outpatient, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid
Oasis Counseling Pueblo, CO 26.6 miles from Florence
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Rehab
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
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid
Southern CO Comprehensive Court Servs Pueblo, CO 26.6 miles from Florence
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: Clients With Legal Issues, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment

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

In 2008, rates of current alcohol use were 3.4 percent among persons aged 12 or 13, 13.1 percent of persons aged 14 or 15, 26.2 percent of 16 or 17 year olds, 48.7 percent of those aged 18 to 20, and 69.5 percent of 21 to 25 year olds. These estimates showed significant declines from 2007 for the 14 or 15 year olds (from 14.7 to 13.1 percent) and for the 16 or 17 year olds (from 29.0 to 26.2 percent).

Female opiate users have more spontaneous abortions, breech deliveries, caesarean sections, premature births, and stillbirths.

Withdrawal symptoms that are associated with long term inhalant abuse can include weight loss, muscle weakness, disorientation and depression.

Among underage drinkers who did not pay for the alcohol the last time they drank, the most common source was an unrelated person aged 21 or older (37.4 percent). Other underage persons provided the alcohol on the last occasion 21.1 percent of the time. Parents, guardians, or other adult family members provided the alcohol 21.0 percent of the time. Other sources of alcohol for underage drinkers included (a) took the alcohol from home (5.8 percent), (b) took it from someone else's home (3.2 percent), and (c) got it some other way (6.9 percent).

Prescription drug abuse is a situation that often involves many individuals, including the addict themselves, their families, and friends. There is a wide range of helpful solutions that are readily available for those who are ready to end their prescription drug abuse.

Combined 2000 and 2001 data indicate variations in the rates of underage alcohol use across Asian subgroups. Rates of past month use ranged from 10.5 percent for Vietnamese to 15.5 percent for Filipinos.


The following survey was completed by residents of Florence, Colorado as part of the USNODRUGS monitoring program. The survey below is a representation of perceptual drug and alcohol usage rates in Florence, 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 Florence, Colorado.
Do you believe that using marijuana can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
78%
7%
15%
Marijuana use in Florence, Colorado.
Have you used marijuana in your lifetime?
No
Yes
83%
17%
Have you used marijuana in the past month?
No
Yes
95%
5%
Do you use marijuana regularly?
Maybe
No
Yes
3%
93%
4%
Perception of Alcohol in Florence, Colorado.
Do you believe that drinking alcohol can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
10%
10%
80%
Have you had a binge drinking experience in the past month?
No
Yes
76%
24%
Do you consume alcohol daily?
Maybe
No
Yes
8%
86%
6%
How old were you when you first experimented with alcohol?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
8%
13%
50%
29%
What motivated you to use drugs or alcohol for the first time in Florence, 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
10%
25%
3%
7%
7%
0%
39%
5%
0%
4%
Most common first drug experience in Florence, Colorado?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
22%
4%
3%
8%
2%
4%
11%
2%
12%
5%
20%
7%
Use of drugs and alcohol in Florence, Colorado schools.
Have you ever gone to school in Florence, Colorado under the influence of marijuana?
Maybe
No
Yes
0%
98%
2%
Have you ever gone to school in Florence, Colorado under the influence of alcohol?
Maybe
No
Yes
2%
93%
5%
What is the most common drug used in your school in Florence, Colorado?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
23%
2%
2%
6%
3%
3%
11%
4%
6%
9%
22%
9%
Your Age?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
2%
26%
50%
22%
Your Gender?
Female
Male
23%
77%
Surveys updated monthly.

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