Laurens, Iowa

Laurens, Iowa is 82 miles E of Sioux City, Iowa (center to center) and 123 miles NE of Omaha, Nebraska. It is in Pocahontas county. The population of the city is 1,476.

The People and Families of Laurens

In Laurens, about 58% of adults are married. Adults in Laurens are more likely than in most places to live alone.

Seniors are common in the city.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Laurens had a median family income of $43,661.

Political Inclinations

The Democratic party attracted the largest share of donations from Laurens.

Laurens Housing

Of the housing in Laurens, approximately 79% is occupied by their owners. The average age of homes in the city is noticeably higher than in other similarly-sized communities. Rents in Laurens are lower than most places in Iowa. Property taxes in the city are low by Iowa standards.

Commuting

In Laurens, 90% of commuters drive to work. It's harder to live without a car in Laurens than most cities its size. The city features shorter commuting times than most similar places.

High Points

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

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Top 8%Laurens Short Commute Times
Affordability of Rents
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Top 10%Laurens Affordability of Rents
Affordability of Property Taxes
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Top 15%Laurens Affordability of Property Taxes


The listings in Laurens, Iowa and surrounding areas provide the following services:

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



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

An Alcohol Rehab or Drug Treatment Center in Laurens 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 Laurens are Outpatient Rehabs, Long-term Addiction Recovery Centers, Short-term Addiction Recovery Facilities, Inpatient Addiction Recovery Centers, support group meetings, drug counseling, halfway houses and sober living.

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

There are no listings in Laurens, IA. so we have provided the 20 closest treatment facilities arranged by distance from Laurens, Iowa:

Vista Counseling Center Storm Lake, IA 18.8 miles from Laurens
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehabilitation and Drug Treatment Program
Services Offered: Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Northwest Iowa Alcoholism and Spencer, IA 26.1 miles from Laurens
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehabilitation and Drug Treatment Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
Behavioral Health Management Services Cherokee, IA 38.0 miles from Laurens
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Recovery Program
Services Offered: Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
New Life Associates Inc Fort Dodge, IA 44.3 miles from Laurens
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Program
Services Offered: Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Trinity Regional Medical Center Fort Dodge, IA 44.3 miles from Laurens
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, 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, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
New View Substance Abuse Treatment and Audubon, IA 55.4 miles from Laurens
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Faciltity
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Residential Beds for Children, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Ashley House Inc Jackson, MN 56.3 miles from Laurens
Primary Service: Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Treatment Program
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, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Seniors/Older Adults, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Manning Regional Healthcare Center Manning, IA 56.6 miles from Laurens
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehabilitation and Drug Treatment Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Hospital Inpatient, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Males, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less, 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)
Fountain Center of Fairmont Fairmont, MN 56.9 miles from Laurens
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Recovery Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Clients With Legal Issues, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Sunrise Recovery Center Fairmont, MN 59.6 miles from Laurens
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Treatment Center
Services Offered: Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Compass Pointe Hull, IA 70.4 miles from Laurens
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehabilitation and Drug Treatment Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Access to Recovery
Southwestern Mental Health Center Worthington, MN 71.2 miles from Laurens
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Treatment Program
Services Offered: Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Mental Health Services, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Adolescent Treatment Center of Winnebago, MN 72.8 miles from Laurens
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Center for Addiction Recovery Inc Boone, IA 73.2 miles from Laurens
Primary Service: Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Rehab Facility
Services Offered: Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Agape Counseling Center LLC Windom, MN 73.4 miles from Laurens
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: 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
Rainbow Behavioral Health Services Windom, MN 73.6 miles from Laurens
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, 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
New Opportunities Inc Audubon, IA 75.5 miles from Laurens
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Addiction Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE), Access to Recovery
Prairie Ridge Mason City, IA 81.6 miles from Laurens
Primary Service: Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Facility
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, Halfway House, Males, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less, Spanish Speaking, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
Jackson Recovery Centers Inc Le Mars, IA 82.6 miles from Laurens
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Mercy Behavioral Care Sioux City, IA 82.6 miles from Laurens
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Hospital Inpatient, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)

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

Some individuals withdrawing from heroin may show persistent withdrawal symptoms for months.

According to some of the latest research that was conducted by the Drug Abuse Warning Network (DAWN), nearly two million visits to emergency departments in the United States reportedly involved the use of some type of illegal drugs.

Some people that take Ambien have engaged in activity such as driving, eating, or making phone calls and later having absolutely no memory of the activity. If this happens to you, immediately stop taking the drug and talk with your doctor.

In 2006, 9.8 percent of teens aged 12 to 17 were current illegal drug users: 6.7 percent used marijuana, 3.3 percent engaged in nonmedical use of prescription-type drugs, 1.3 percent used inhalants, 0.7 percent used hallucinogens, and 0.4 percent used cocaine.

In 2005, heavy drinking was reported by 6.6 percent of the population aged 12 or older, or 16 million people. This rate is similar to the rate of heavy drinking in 2004 (6.9 percent). Heavy drinking is defined as binge drinking on at least 5 days in the past 30 days.

The dangers of experiencing cardiac arrest or seizures followed by respiratory failure is equal in both short and long term abuse of cocaine.


The following survey was completed by residents of Laurens, Iowa as part of the USNODRUGS monitoring program. The survey below is a representation of perceptual drug and alcohol usage rates in Laurens, Iowa. 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 Laurens, Iowa.
Do you believe that using marijuana can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
Marijuana use in Laurens, Iowa.
Have you used marijuana in your lifetime?
No
Yes
Have you used marijuana in the past month?
No
Yes
Do you use marijuana regularly?
Maybe
No
Yes
Perception of Alcohol in Laurens, Iowa.
Do you believe that drinking alcohol can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
Have you had a binge drinking experience in the past month?
No
Yes
Do you consume alcohol daily?
Maybe
No
Yes
How old were you when you first experimented with alcohol?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
What motivated you to use drugs or alcohol for the first time in Laurens, Iowa?
Boredom
Curiousity
Drugs were all around
Family problem
Hopelessness
It was easy to get
None of the above
Peer Pressure
To fit in
Unhappiness
Most common first drug experience in Laurens, Iowa?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
Use of drugs and alcohol in Laurens, Iowa schools.
Have you ever gone to school in Laurens, Iowa under the influence of marijuana?
Maybe
No
Yes
Have you ever gone to school in Laurens, Iowa under the influence of alcohol?
Maybe
No
Yes
What is the most common drug used in your school in Laurens, Iowa?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
Your Age?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
Your Gender?
Female
Male
Surveys updated monthly.

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