Forsyth, Georgia

Forsyth, Georgia, in Monroe county, is 22 miles NW of Macon, Georgia (center to center) and 55 miles SE of Atlanta, Georgia. As of the year 2000 census, 3,776 people lived in Forsyth.

The People and Families of Forsyth

In Forsyth, about 42% of adults are married. Though it's not a singles bar, single people will feel at home in Forsyth; the city has more single adults than most places of its size.

In the city, females are somewhat more common than males.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Forsyth had a median family income of $35,405. Significantly, more adults in Forsyth have earned college degrees than have people in most other cities in Georgia.

Political Inclinations

Forsyth residents donated more money ($1,350) to George W. Bush than to the other candidates in the 2004 Presidential race. Across all electoral races, the Republican party attracted the most donations from the city.

Forsyth Housing

An estimated 55% of living spaces in Forsyth are occupied by their owners, not by renters.

Commuting

In Forsyth, 96% of commuters drive to work. Walking to work is pretty rare in the city.

Nearby Cities and Towns

LocationPop.Median Family
Income (2000)
Forsyth3,776$35,405
Barnesville5,972$36,492
Griffin23,451$33,963
Jackson3,934$34,773
Macon97,255$33,699
Thomaston9,411$33,093

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)
Top 10%Forsyth Racial Diversity
College Educated Adults
(vs. State)
Top 18%Forsyth College Educated Adults
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. State)
Top 18%Forsyth Well-Paid Single Women


The listings in Forsyth, Georgia and surrounding areas provide the following services:

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



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If you or a loved one in Forsyth is currently struggling with a drug or alcohol abuse problem, you do not have to face this dilemma on your own. Our compassionate staff can help to take the guesswork out of finding the best Alcohol Treatment or Drug Rehabilitation Facility that will be perfectly suited to your personal needs and preferences. Why should you or anyone in Forsyth try to handle this on your own, when professional help is so readily available? We have helped many people in Forsyth, Georgia to take the first step towards being free from their drug or alcohol addiction, and they are now living successful lives within their community.

An Alcohol Treatment or Drug Rehabilitation Program can help an individual from Forsyth, GA. that has suffered with a drug and alcohol addiction to make the changes needed to have the ability to live their life drug-free. Drug or alcohol rehab treatment works by first helping the individual from Forsyth, Georgia to recognize the existence of a problem and to overcome the irrational thinking that is so commonly associated with a drug or alcohol addiction. A Drug Rehabilitation or Alcohol Rehab Center will encourage the individual from Forsyth to take full responsibility for their drug or alcohol addiction and will reinforce this knowledge in the recovering addict and help them to see that they are responsible for maintaining their sobriety once they complete the treatment process and return home. This gives the recovering addict from Forsyth, Georgia the power over their drug or alcohol addiction and the ability to know they can make their own individual choices.

There are so many types of Alcohol Rehab or Drug Rehabilitation Centers in and around Forsyth, that may include Outpatient Drug Treatment Centers, Short-term Drug Treatment Facilities, Long-term Addiction Treatment Facilities, Inpatient Addiction Treatment Centers, non-traditional, religious-based, or holistic treatment. A factor that may influence an individual from Forsyth in their choice of treatment options could be due to the fact that they may have already tried a particular Alcohol Treatment or Drug Rehabilitation Center and failed. Various other factors can limit an individual to a specific type of drug or alcohol addiction treatment due to specific situations, and other times the individual from Forsyth can be open to all of the different available options.

The main objective in all of the different types of Alcohol Rehab or Drug Rehabilitation Facilities should be to be able to motivate the individual from Forsyth, GA. to achieve a state of long term abstinence. Additionally, a quality Forsyth Drug Treatment or Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility will have to address all of the aspects of an addiction, including behavioral and social symptoms, and the physical and psychological symptoms that are commonly linked to a drug or alcohol addiction.

The physical aspects of a drug or alcohol addiction are addressed in the detox portion of the Forsyth, Georgia treatment program; a quality Alcohol Treatment or Drug Rehab Center will be able to support the individual during the detoxification process and can help the individual to be more comfortable during this difficult process. Drug withdrawal symptoms will occur because the brain has adapted to the presence of the substance; after a period of time; thus the individual will now have to use more of the drug in order to produce the same effects. It is at this point, that the individual from Forsyth, GA. has developed a tolerance to the drugs that they have been taking, whether it is tranquilizers, cocaine, marijuana, and alcohol, or a combination of these substances. Withdrawal symptoms associated with some illicit drugs such as heroin can often produce withdrawal symptoms that may be severe and prolonged.

An effective Drug Rehabilitation or Alcohol Treatment Facility in Forsyth, Georgia will specifically target the psychological issues that are related to the drug or alcohol abuse. The Forsyth, GA. Drug Rehab or Alcohol Treatment Program may incorporate treatment techniques such as counseling and relapse prevention courses. The combination of all these, along with helping the former addict to recognize and cope with familiar drug triggers, can help the individual to finally get to the root of the drug or alcohol addiction; this will provide the individual from Forsyth with the best chance of being able to get sober and to remain that way.

As the individual from Forsyth, GA. becomes educated about the addiction process; they will begin to understand that they did not have a chance to stop using drugs or alcohol without receiving professional help. They will learn about the effects of drug and alcohol abuse on the functions of the brain and come to understand that their not being able to stop using drug was not due to weakness, but instead their body's chemical response to the chronic chemical abuse that was encountered.

Reach out for professional help so that you or someone that you care about in Forsyth that has a substance abuse problem can finally be free from the prison of addiction.

Getting Help

Getting help is the easy part, as we are right here to guide you through the process; just dial toll free 855 Stop-Drugs (855-786-7378); you can have a free consultation with a registered addiction specialist, or just fill out the Forsyth,Georgia Alcohol Rehab or Drug Treatment Center request form and we will call you shortly.

There are 1 local Alcohol Rehab and Drug Rehabilitation Programs in Forsyth, Georgia. We have also provided 19 additional Drug Rehab and Alcohol Rehabilitation Centers that are closest geographically to Forsyth:

River Edge Project Connect Forsyth, GA
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Treatment 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, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Seniors/Older Adults, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
South Georgia Treatment Jackson, GA 18.4 miles from Forsyth
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehab Program
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Clients With Legal Issues, Methadone Detoxification, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Methadone Maintenance, Males, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Butts County Counseling Center Jackson, GA 19.9 miles from Forsyth
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehab Facility
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare
GPA of Macon Inc Macon, GA 22.3 miles from Forsyth
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Addiction Recovery Program
Services Offered: Methadone Detoxification, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
GPA Treatment of Macon Inc Macon, GA 23.3 miles from Forsyth
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Treatment Program
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Methadone Detoxification, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
River Edge Behavioral Health Center Macon, GA 23.3 miles from Forsyth
Primary Service: Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center
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, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Trinity Treatment Center Inc Macon, GA 23.3 miles from Forsyth
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehab Center
Services Offered: Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
River Edge Project Connect Macon, GA 24.0 miles from Forsyth
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehab Facility
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Residential Beds for Children, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
McIntosh Trail MH MR SA Services Griffin, GA 24.5 miles from Forsyth
Primary Service: Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Rehab Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Midway Recovery Systems Inc Griffin, GA 24.5 miles from Forsyth
Primary Service: Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Rehab Center
Services Offered: Halfway House, Males, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Macon New Start Macon, GA 26.0 miles from Forsyth
Primary Service: Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
River Edge BHC Macon, GA 26.0 miles from Forsyth
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehabilitation 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, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
River Edge Recovery Center Macon, GA 26.0 miles from Forsyth
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Rehabilitation Center
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid
McIntosh Trail Community Servs Board Griffin, GA 26.3 miles from Forsyth
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Addiction Recovery Faciltity
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Mental Health Services, Outpatient, Seniors/Older Adults
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid
Phoenix Center Behavioral Health Servs Fort Valley, GA 31.2 miles from Forsyth
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehab Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Person to Person Consulting McDonough, GA 31.5 miles from Forsyth
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: Outpatient, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Henry County Counseling Center McDonough, GA 31.6 miles from Forsyth
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility
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, Medicaid
Healthqwest Warner Robins, GA 33.7 miles from Forsyth
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehab Center
Services Offered: Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Gran Recovery Center Covington, GA 35.2 miles from Forsyth
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Males, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Consecrated Care Inc Jonesboro, GA 40.8 miles from Forsyth
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Recovery Facility
Services Offered: Methadone Detoxification, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment

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

Pure heroin, which is a white powder with a bitter taste, is rarely sold on the streets.

In 2005, among young adults aged 18 to 25, the rate of binge drinking was 41.9 percent, and the rate of heavy drinking was 15.3 percent. These rates are similar to the rates in 2002, 2003, and 2004.

Opiates can make you throw up, which can even happen to someone given opiates by a doctor, which is why many people don?t like taking them.

Individuals who make the decision go through a medically assisted withdrawal rehab to minimize the discomfort of withdrawal, but do not receive any further treatment, have been known to perform about the same in terms of their drug use as those who never had any form of professional help. Studies have consistently indicated that attending a drug rehab is an effective tool to reduce drug intake. Researchers also have found that drug abusers who have been through a drug rehab are more likely to consistently maintain employment following the completion of the program.

It may be helpful to talk to a substance abuse counselor about receiving prescription drug recovery treatment. Some treatment professionals specialize in prescription drug abuse, however every counselor at a quality drug rehab should be able to offer you help concerning an addiction. Counseling can either be done in a group setting or one on one, individually.

While in a drug rehabilitation program the addict will detox off the drug or drugs they are addicted to and begin to experience what it feels like to live a life drug-free. In rehab, recovering addicts are in a supportive drug-free environment. They are able to address the issues that bought them to rehab. Often times, they will work one on one with trained counselors as well as in groups. Being surrounded by others in the recovery process provides them with many shoulders to lean on, not to mention the treatment benefit of professionally trained staff.


The following survey was completed by residents of Forsyth, Georgia as part of the USNODRUGS monitoring program. The survey below is a representation of perceptual drug and alcohol usage rates in Forsyth, Georgia. 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 Forsyth, Georgia.
Do you believe that using marijuana can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
81%
2%
17%
Marijuana use in Forsyth, Georgia.
Have you used marijuana in your lifetime?
No
Yes
98%
2%
Have you used marijuana in the past month?
No
Yes
81%
19%
Do you use marijuana regularly?
Maybe
No
Yes
0%
97%
3%
Perception of Alcohol in Forsyth, Georgia.
Do you believe that drinking alcohol can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
10%
9%
81%
Have you had a binge drinking experience in the past month?
No
Yes
93%
7%
Do you consume alcohol daily?
Maybe
No
Yes
8%
84%
8%
How old were you when you first experimented with alcohol?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
0%
13%
58%
29%
What motivated you to use drugs or alcohol for the first time in Forsyth, Georgia?
Boredom
Curiousity
Drugs were all around
Family problem
Hopelessness
It was easy to get
None of the above
Peer Pressure
To fit in
Unhappiness
9%
3%
0%
2%
1%
1%
65%
12%
2%
5%
Most common first drug experience in Forsyth, Georgia?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
23%
6%
2%
3%
3%
5%
15%
2%
12%
8%
13%
8%
Use of drugs and alcohol in Forsyth, Georgia schools.
Have you ever gone to school in Forsyth, Georgia under the influence of marijuana?
Maybe
No
Yes
4%
91%
5%
Have you ever gone to school in Forsyth, Georgia under the influence of alcohol?
Maybe
No
Yes
0%
97%
3%
What is the most common drug used in your school in Forsyth, Georgia?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
22%
3%
3%
5%
3%
2%
11%
3%
9%
6%
25%
8%
Your Age?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
1%
13%
63%
23%
Your Gender?
Female
Male
57%
43%
Surveys updated monthly.

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