Swainsboro, Georgia

Swainsboro, Georgia, in Emanuel county, is 63 miles S of Augusta, Georgia (center to center) and 143 miles SE of Atlanta, Georgia. The city is home to some 6,943 residents.

The People and Families of Swainsboro

In Swainsboro, about 42% of adults are married. Got kids? Want 'em? You might feel you need them to fit in properly in this city. The city somehow seems full of possibilities, with its large single population.

There are more females than males in Swainsboro than is typical.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Swainsboro had a median family income of $26,789.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($4,050) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Swainsboro. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Swainsboro Housing

According to the 2000 census, 55% of the housing in Swainsboro was owner-occupied. It's possible to find inexpensive apartments in the city.

Commuting

In Swainsboro, 91% of commuters drive to work.

Nearby Cities and Towns

LocationPop.Median Family
Income (2000)
Swainsboro6,943$26,789
Metter3,879$28,073

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)
Top 1%Swainsboro Affordability of Rents
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)
Top 9%Swainsboro Affordability of Property Taxes
Short Commute Times
(vs. State)
Top 12%Swainsboro Short Commute Times


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

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



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Do you have a problem with drug or alcohol addiction and live in Swainsboro, Georgia? Are you concerned about a family member in Swainsboro, 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 an Alcohol Treatment or Drug Rehabilitation Program in Swainsboro, suited to your specific treatment needs. You don't have to deal with drug addiction or alcoholism on your own!

A Drug Rehabilitation or Alcohol Treatment Center in Swainsboro, is a good option for the treatment of drug addiction and alcoholism. The goal of a Drug Treatment or Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility in Swainsboro, GA. 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 Rehabs, Outpatient Drug and Alcohol Rehab Programs, Short-term Drug and Alcohol Rehabs, Inpatient Drug and Alcohol Rehab Programs, support group meetings, drug counseling, halfway houses and sober living.

Alcohol Rehab or Drug Rehabilitation Centers in Swainsboro, 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 Swainsboro, Georgia 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.

An Alcohol Rehab or Drug Rehabilitation Center in Swainsboro, will not only provide the person with a professional detox but also provide an Alcohol Rehab or Drug Treatment 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 Rehab Facility in Swainsboro, GA. 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 Swainsboro, 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 Swainsboro, from an Alcohol Rehabilitation or Drug Treatment Program and encountering old drug using acquaintances in Swainsboro - as well as ways to handle the many reminders and triggers of their past drug using days in Swainsboro. 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 an Alcohol Treatment or Drug Rehab Facility each year to successfully recovery from drug and alcohol addiction.

There are many reasons why a person should enroll into a Drug Rehab or Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility in Swainsboro. 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 Swainsboro, Georgia Drug Rehab or Alcohol Treatment Center request form and you will be contacted by a counselor shortly.

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

Ogeechee Behavioral Health Services Swainsboro, GA
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehabilitation 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, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Ogeechee Behavioral Health Millen, GA 2.8 miles from Swainsboro
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehabilitation and Drug Rehab Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, 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
Ogeechee Behavioral Health Services Louisville, GA 29.2 miles from Swainsboro
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehab Facility
Services Offered: Mental Health Services, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance
Bulloch Recovery Resources Statesboro, GA 35.3 miles from Swainsboro
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Pineland MH MR SA CSB Statesboro, GA 35.4 miles from Swainsboro
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Residential Beds for Children, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Gay and Lesbian, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Females
Willingway Hospital Statesboro, GA 35.4 miles from Swainsboro
Primary Service: Drug Rehab and Alcohol Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, 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, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Quentin Price MD Dublin, GA 35.4 miles from Swainsboro
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehabilitation and Drug Rehab Center
Services Offered: American Sign Language, 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, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid)
Step One Recovery Center Dublin, GA 35.4 miles from Swainsboro
Primary Service: Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Program
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, 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)
Mental Health Alcohol and Drug Dublin, GA 35.7 miles from Swainsboro
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehab
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Middle GA Adolescent Residential Ctr Dublin, GA 35.7 miles from Swainsboro
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehab Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
Twin Oaks Dublin, GA 35.7 miles from Swainsboro
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Addiction Treatment Center
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Hospital Inpatient, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Oconee Center Sandersville, GA 37.9 miles from Swainsboro
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility
Services Offered: Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare
Counseling Group Waynesboro, GA 38.9 miles from Swainsboro
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Addiction Recovery Program
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, Males, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
Residential Treatment Facility (RTF) Fort Gordon, GA 54.9 miles from Swainsboro
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Recovery Facility
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Hospital Inpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Community Mental Health Center of East Augusta, GA 55.3 miles from Swainsboro
Primary Service: Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Males, Outpatient, 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)
Medical College of Georgia Augusta, GA 55.6 miles from Swainsboro
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehab
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, General Health Services, Hospital Inpatient, Seniors/Older Adults
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Army Substance Abuse Program (ASAP) Augusta, GA 56.8 miles from Swainsboro
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Hospital Inpatient, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Community Mental Health Center Eastman, GA 57.6 miles from Swainsboro
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Treatment Facility
Services Offered: American Sign Language, 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, Private health insurance
Jones Behavioral Health Inc Augusta, GA 60.0 miles from Swainsboro
Primary Service: Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol 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, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Males, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Spanish Speaking, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Serenity Behavioral Health Systems Augusta, GA 60.0 miles from Swainsboro
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: American Sign Language, 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, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)

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

1 out of 4 Americans between the age of 26 and 34 have used cocaine in their lifetime.

Although the rate of past month illegal drug use was higher among unemployed persons compared with those from other employment groups, most drug users in 2008 were employed. Of the estimated 17.8 million current illegal drug users aged 18 or older in 2008, 12.9 million (72.7 percent) were employed either full or part time. The number of unemployed illegal drug users increased from 1.3 million in 2007 to 1.8 million in 2008, primarily because of an overall increase in the number of unemployed persons between 2007 and 2008.

Underage drinkers were more likely than persons aged 21 or older to use illegal drugs within 2 hours of alcohol use on their last reported drinking occasion (17.4 vs. 4.6 percent, respectively). The most commonly reported illegal drug used by underage drinkers in combination with alcohol was marijuana, which was used within 2 hours of alcohol use by 16.5 percent of current underage drinkers (1.6 million persons) on their last drinking occasion.

Cigarette initiation increased from 2.4 million in 1991 to 3.5 million in 1996, then decreased to 2.8 million in 1999. Initiation of cigarette use among teens aged 12 to 17 significantly decreased from 2.0 million in 1999 to 1.6 million in 2000, continuing a decline observed since 1996.

There was a significant increase in methamphetamine use among full-time college students aged 18 to 22 from 0.2 percent in 2004 to 0.5 percent in 2005. The rate was unchanged among other persons in that age group (1.0 percent in 2004 vs. 0.8 percent in 2005).

In 2006, during their most recent treatment in the past year, 2.5 million persons reported receiving treatment for alcohol use, and 1.2 million persons reported receiving treatment for marijuana use. Accordingly, estimates on receiving treatment for the use of other drugs were 928,000 persons for cocaine, 547,000 for pain relievers, 535,000 for stimulants, 466,000 for heroin, and 442,000 for hallucinogens. (Note that respondents could indicate that they received treatment for more than one substance during their most recent treatment.)


The following survey was completed by residents of Swainsboro, Georgia as part of the USNODRUGS monitoring program. The survey below is a representation of perceptual drug and alcohol usage rates in Swainsboro, 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 Swainsboro, Georgia.
Do you believe that using marijuana can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
94%
0%
6%
Marijuana use in Swainsboro, Georgia.
Have you used marijuana in your lifetime?
No
Yes
83%
17%
Have you used marijuana in the past month?
No
Yes
80%
20%
Do you use marijuana regularly?
Maybe
No
Yes
20%
76%
4%
Perception of Alcohol in Swainsboro, Georgia.
Do you believe that drinking alcohol can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
10%
13%
77%
Have you had a binge drinking experience in the past month?
No
Yes
79%
21%
Do you consume alcohol daily?
Maybe
No
Yes
16%
80%
4%
How old were you when you first experimented with alcohol?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
6%
18%
56%
20%
What motivated you to use drugs or alcohol for the first time in Swainsboro, 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
10%
19%
0%
0%
3%
3%
55%
6%
0%
4%
Most common first drug experience in Swainsboro, Georgia?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
22%
2%
3%
5%
2%
4%
12%
2%
7%
10%
23%
8%
Use of drugs and alcohol in Swainsboro, Georgia schools.
Have you ever gone to school in Swainsboro, Georgia under the influence of marijuana?
Maybe
No
Yes
18%
80%
2%
Have you ever gone to school in Swainsboro, Georgia under the influence of alcohol?
Maybe
No
Yes
12%
83%
5%
What is the most common drug used in your school in Swainsboro, Georgia?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
23%
3%
2%
8%
2%
4%
14%
5%
6%
10%
16%
7%
Your Age?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
10%
11%
59%
20%
Your Gender?
Female
Male
79%
21%
Surveys updated monthly.

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