Smithton, Illinois

Smithton, Illinois, in St Clair county, is 21 miles SE of St. Louis, Missouri. The village is in the Saint Louis area. There are 2,248 residents in Smithton.

The People and Families of Smithton

In Smithton, about 61% of adults are married. When people think of Smithton, they might picture couples and families, not singles. The faces of the village are those of its large families.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Smithton had a median family income of $59,875.

Political Inclinations

Smithton folks tended to give their money ($4,000) to George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race. More campaign money flowed to the Democratic party than to competing parties.

Smithton Housing

As of 2000, the share of housing units in Smithton that were owner-occupied was 89%. The village housing had been constructed more recently than most villages of its size.

Commuting

In Smithton, 94% of commuters drive to work. It you are in Smithton, expect to drive to most places you want to go. There's not much public transportation here.

High Points

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

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Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)
Top 11%Smithton Median Family Income
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)
Top 11%Smithton People in Middle Class or Better


The listings in Smithton, Illinois and surrounding areas provide the following services:

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



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

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

Alcohol Rehab or Drug Rehabilitation Centers in Smithton, 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 Smithton, Illinois 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.

A Drug Treatment or Alcohol Rehab Facility in Smithton, will not only provide the person with a professional detox but also provide a Drug Rehab or Alcohol 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.

An Alcohol Rehab or Drug Rehabilitation Program in Smithton, IL. 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 Smithton, 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 Smithton, from an Alcohol Treatment or Drug Rehabilitation Program and encountering old drug using acquaintances in Smithton - as well as ways to handle the many reminders and triggers of their past drug using days in Smithton. 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 Rehab or Drug Treatment Center each year to successfully recovery from drug and alcohol addiction.

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

There are no listings in Smithton, IL. so we have provided the 20 closest treatment facilities arranged by distance from Smithton, Illinois:

DeRousse Counseling and DUI Services Belleville, IL 5.5 miles from Smithton
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Clients With Legal Issues, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Gateway Foundation Inc Belleville, IL 5.5 miles from Smithton
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation 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, Males, Outpatient, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
Saint Elizabeths Hospital Belleville, IL 5.5 miles from Smithton
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Treatment Facility
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Hospital Inpatient, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Human Support Services Waterloo, IL 8.9 miles from Smithton
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility
Services Offered: 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, Private health insurance
Gateway Foundation Alcohol and Belleville, IL 9.1 miles from Smithton
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Males, Outpatient, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
Provident Counseling Inc Belleville, IL 14.2 miles from Smithton
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehabilitation and Drug Treatment Program
Services Offered: Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
Comprehensive Behavioral Health Center East St. Louis, IL 15.9 miles from Smithton
Primary Service: Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Treatment Program
Services Offered: Halfway House, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less
Comprehensive Behavior Health Center East St. Louis, IL 15.9 miles from Smithton
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehabilitation and Drug Treatment Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Clients With Legal Issues, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Comprehensive Mental Health Center of East Saint Louis, IL 16.4 miles from Smithton
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Addiction Recovery Faciltity
Services Offered: Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Harris House Saint Louis, MO 17.4 miles from Smithton
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Addiction Treatment Program
Services Offered: Halfway House, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
COMTREA Saint Louis, MO 18.1 miles from Smithton
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
Saint Louis Veterans Affairs Med Ctr Saint Louis, MO 18.2 miles from Smithton
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehabilitation and Drug Rehab Facility
Services Offered: Methadone Detoxification, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Hospital Inpatient, Methadone Maintenance, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less
Saint Patrick Center Saint Louis, MO 19.3 miles from Smithton
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Rehabilitation Facility
Services Offered: Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment
Saint Anthonys Medical Center Saint Louis, MO 21.0 miles from Smithton
Primary Service: Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Treatment Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Mental Health Services, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance
Barnes Jewish Hospital Saint Louis, MO 21.4 miles from Smithton
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Methadone Detoxification, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Community Services of MO Arnold, MO 21.4 miles from Smithton
Primary Service: Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Facility
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Clients With Legal Issues, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Black Alc Drug Service Information Ctr Saint Louis, MO 22.1 miles from Smithton
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Males, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicare
Assessment and Counseling Solutions Saint Louis, MO 22.8 miles from Smithton
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehab Center
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, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
COMTREA Inc Arnold, MO 23.3 miles from Smithton
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Centrec Care Inc St. Louis, MO 23.3 miles from Smithton
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehabilitation and Drug Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)

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

Among adults aged 18 or older in 2008, 2.3 million (1.0 percent) made suicide plans in the past year, and 1.1 million (0.5 percent) reported attempting suicide. A half million adults reported staying overnight in a hospital as a result of their suicide attempt in the past year.

People who suffer from chronic pain are often in a very precarious position. Painkillers do relieve pain, and for people who suffer from constant and chronic pain, narcotics may be necessary to allow them to have any type of quality of life. The downside is becoming physically dependent and risking the possibility of developing a full blown drug addiction.

Among the 2.5 million adults aged 18 or older with both SMI and substance dependence or abuse (i.e., a substance use disorder) in 2008, 60.5 percent received mental health care or substance use treatment at a specialty facility; 11.4 percent received both mental health care and specialty substance use treatment, 45.2 percent received only mental health care, and 3.7 percent received only specialty substance use treatment.

Among teens aged 12 to 17 in 2006, Asians and blacks had the lowest rates of past month alcohol use. Only 7.6 percent of Asian teens and 10.5 percent of black teens were current drinkers, while 15.3 percent of Hispanic teens, 16.2 percent of those reporting two or more races, 19.2 percent of white teens, and 20.5 percent of American Indian or Alaska Native teens were current drinkers.

Heroin is produced from morphine, which is a principal component of opium.

65% of people arrested for marijuana related crimes are for simple possession.


The following survey was completed by residents of Smithton, Illinois as part of the USNODRUGS monitoring program. The survey below is a representation of perceptual drug and alcohol usage rates in Smithton, Illinois. 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 Smithton, Illinois.
Do you believe that using marijuana can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
86%
12%
2%
Marijuana use in Smithton, Illinois.
Have you used marijuana in your lifetime?
No
Yes
78%
22%
Have you used marijuana in the past month?
No
Yes
76%
24%
Do you use marijuana regularly?
Maybe
No
Yes
2%
95%
3%
Perception of Alcohol in Smithton, Illinois.
Do you believe that drinking alcohol can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
6%
2%
92%
Have you had a binge drinking experience in the past month?
No
Yes
86%
14%
Do you consume alcohol daily?
Maybe
No
Yes
0%
95%
5%
How old were you when you first experimented with alcohol?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
10%
22%
48%
20%
What motivated you to use drugs or alcohol for the first time in Smithton, Illinois?
Boredom
Curiousity
Drugs were all around
Family problem
Hopelessness
It was easy to get
None of the above
Peer Pressure
To fit in
Unhappiness
2%
20%
3%
10%
2%
2%
53%
2%
1%
5%
Most common first drug experience in Smithton, Illinois?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
22%
2%
3%
8%
3%
2%
12%
5%
8%
5%
23%
7%
Use of drugs and alcohol in Smithton, Illinois schools.
Have you ever gone to school in Smithton, Illinois under the influence of marijuana?
Maybe
No
Yes
4%
94%
2%
Have you ever gone to school in Smithton, Illinois under the influence of alcohol?
Maybe
No
Yes
0%
97%
3%
What is the most common drug used in your school in Smithton, Illinois?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
17%
5%
2%
4%
3%
4%
12%
3%
8%
7%
28%
7%
Your Age?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
9%
25%
43%
23%
Your Gender?
Female
Male
74%
26%
Surveys updated monthly.

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