Green Valley, MD Profile

Green Valley, MD, population 12,262 , is located in Maryland's Frederick county, about 31.1 miles from Arlington and 31.9 miles from Washington.

In the 90's the population of Green Valley has grown by about 30%.

Green Valley Statistics Green Valley Gender Information

Males in Green Valley: 6,209 (51%)
Females in Green Valley: 6,053 (49%)

As % of Population in Green Valley in Green Valley    

Race Diversity in Green Valley

White: 96%
African American: 1%
Asian: 1%
Other/Mixed: 2%

As % of Population in Green Valley in Green Valley        

Age Diversity in Green Valley

Median Age in Green Valley: 37.4 (Males in Green Valley: 37.6, Females in Green Valley: 37.2)

Green Valley Males Under 20: 17%     Green Valley Females Under 20: 16% Green Valley Males 20 to 40: 11%     Green Valley Females 20 to 40: 12% Green Valley Males 40 to 60: 18%     Green Valley Females 40 to 60: 17% Green Valley Males Over 60: 5%     Green Valley Females Over 60: 5%

Economics in Green Valley in Green Valley

Green Valley Household Average Size: 3.16 people
Green Valley Median Household Income: $ 81,732
Green Valley Median Value of Homes: $ 205,900


Green Valley Location Information
Elevation: 381 feet above sea level. Land Area: 20.6 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Green Valley Clarksburg 5.0 Miles Damascus 5.2 Miles New Market 5.3 Miles Barnesville 7.5 Miles Ballenger Creek 8.6 Miles Mt Airy 8.9 Miles Frederick 9.5 Miles Germantown 9.5 Miles Linganore-Bartonsville 10.2 Miles Laytonsville 10.7 Miles Big Cities Nearest Green Valley (Population 100,000+) Arlington 31.1 Miles Washington 31.9 Miles Baltimore 36.7 Miles Alexandria 37.4 Miles Richmond 121.7 Miles Philadelphia 122.0 Miles Allentown 131.3 Miles Pittsburgh 163.2 Miles Hampton 165.9 Miles Newport News 168.0 Miles


The listings in Green Valley, Maryland and surrounding areas provide the following services:

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



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Do you or someone you care about live in Green Valley, Maryland and have an addiction to drugs or alcohol? Have you failed at trying to help someone with drug or alcohol addiction in Green Valley and have lost all hope? Drug and alcohol addiction are an epidemic in our society today. Someone who is addicted to drugs or alcohol is just existing, not living. This can be a very sad and depressing existence to say the least. But all is not lost, and there are ways to treat addiction that actually work. The way out can be found at an Alcohol Rehabilitation or Drug Treatment Facility in Green Valley that will suit your treatment needs.

The reason a Drug Treatment or Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility in Green Valley works for the treatment of drug addiction and alcoholism is because the individual will learn to overcome problems in life by confronting them, not by numbing them with drugs and alcohol. Once the individual starts confronting and handling life situations, they realize that they can actually cope with their problems and don't feel the need to compound them with drugs or alcohol.

Each individual is different, and there are a variety of treatment programs available in Green Valley to cater to individual needs. For example, there are Outpatient Addiction Treatment Programs, Short-term Addiction Treatment, Long-term Addiction Treatment Facilities, Inpatient Addiction Treatment Centers, support group meetings, drug counseling, halfway houses and sober living.

The two main aspects of addiction, physical and psychological, are what the individual will be addressing during the course of treatment at an Alcohol Treatment or Drug Rehabilitation Program in Green Valley. Individuals will first begin by addressing the aspect of physical addiction by taking part in a detoxification program in Green Valley, Maryland, which will help with the uncomfortable withdrawal symptoms that ensue when a person stops using drugs or alcohol. The brain adapts to the use of a psychoactive substance over time, which lessens the effect of the drug. This is how physical tolerance to drugs such as heroin, amphetamines, cocaine, nicotine and alcohol develops. This is why someone using drugs has to take more and more of the substance to get the same effect. Abruptly stopping substance use is what causes the uncomfortable withdrawal symptoms. These symptoms could last for days, weeks or even months depending on the individual's history of abuse. Hardcore drugs such as heroin have a particularly long and painful withdrawal period.

Right off the bat, a Drug Treatment or Alcohol Rehab Program in Green Valley will get the individual started on a professional detoxification accompanied by psychological counseling. At the root of the individual's addiction to drugs or alcohol are these psychological issues. Once addressed, the individual's chances of relapse are decreased markedly.

Due to the structured environment and comprehensive program that a Drug Rehab or Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility in Green Valley, MD. offers, it truly is the most successful method for treating drug and alcohol addiction. There is no stone left unturned, every area where the individual is having problems in life will be addressed.

As part of treatment in Green Valley, MD., the individual will be trained on how to react appropriately to situations in life and how to change his behavior patterns. Staff of a Drug Rehab or Alcohol Rehabilitation Center in Green Valley will work with the individual on how to respond to his environment, friends, family etc. when he returns home upon completion of treatment. It is expected that the individual will be able to appropriately handle the things which may have initially triggered his drug use. If not, these influences may produce psychological stressors which can cause the person to relapse. That is why professional treatment to address these psychological stressors is such an important aspect of the individual's recovery.

After having discontinued use of drugs or alcohol, research has shown that an addict's brain changes the ways it functions and responds to situations. This is yet another reason it is vital to seek professional help at an Alcohol Treatment or Drug Rehab Program in Green Valley, MD., instead of trying to stop on one's own. There is so much for an addict to overcome to achieve sobriety. It is no easy task, even with help. Seeking help at a Drug Treatment or Alcohol Rehab Facility in Green Valley, MD. is an addict's best bet for a successful recovery from drug and alcohol addiction. If you or someone you know is ready for a new life free of drugs and alcohol, find out what treatment options are available at a Drug Treatment or Alcohol Rehab Center in Green Valley. No time is better than the present to end the cycle of addiction and all of the destruction that it creates. Help is waiting for you or someone you love today.

Getting Help

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

There are no listings in Green Valley, MD. so we have provided the 20 closest treatment facilities arranged by distance from Green Valley, Maryland:

Frederick Institute Frederick, MD 9.2 miles from Green Valley
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility
Services Offered: Methadone Detoxification, Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Serenity Treatment Center Inc Frederick, MD 9.2 miles from Green Valley
Primary Service: Drug Rehab and Alcohol Rehabilitation Center
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, Seniors/Older Adults, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Way Station Inc Frederick, MD 9.2 miles from Green Valley
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Recovery Program
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Gay and Lesbian, Halfway House, Mental Health Services, Males, Outpatient, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare
Step Ahead Program of KHI Services Germantown, MD 9.5 miles from Green Valley
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Rehabilitation Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Frederick County Health Department Frederick, MD 12.8 miles from Green Valley
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Faciltity
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Methadone Maintenance, Males, Outpatient, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Gale Houses Inc Frederick, MD 12.8 miles from Green Valley
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Halfway House, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Mountain Manor Outpatient Services Frederick, MD 12.8 miles from Green Valley
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Recovery Program
Services Offered: Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
MRB Counseling Services Inc Gaithersburg, MD 13.1 miles from Green Valley
Primary Service: Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Rehab Program
Services Offered: 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, Outpatient, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Monocacy Counseling Center LLC Frederick, MD 14.7 miles from Green Valley
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Treatment Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Circle Treatment Center PC Gaithersburg, MD 14.9 miles from Green Valley
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehabilitation 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, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Family Health Center Gaithersburg, MD 14.9 miles from Green Valley
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility
Services Offered: 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, Males, Outpatient, Spanish Speaking, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Metro Counseling Services Inc Derwood, MD 15.5 miles from Green Valley
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Carroll County Long Term Trt Program Sykesville, MD 15.5 miles from Green Valley
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Faciltity
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Males, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Females
Montgomery General Hospital Olney, MD 16.6 miles from Green Valley
Primary Service: Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Rehab Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, 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, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Journeys Adult Program Rockville, MD 18.2 miles from Green Valley
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehab Center
Services Offered: Mental Health Services, Outpatient, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Lawrence Court Rockville, MD 18.2 miles from Green Valley
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Halfway House, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Montgomery Recovery Services Inc Rockville, MD 18.2 miles from Green Valley
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Methadone Detoxification, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Methadone Maintenance, Males, Outpatient, Spanish Speaking, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
New Beginnings at Potomac Valley Rockville, MD 18.2 miles from Green Valley
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Faciltity
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Hospital Inpatient, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Males, Outpatient, 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, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
OACES Corp Rockville, MD 18.2 miles from Green Valley
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Addiction Treatment Program
Services Offered: Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicare
Potomac Ridge Behavioral Health Rockville, MD 18.2 miles from Green Valley
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Addiction Recovery Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Mental Health Services, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)

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

Opiates affect many places in the brain and nervous system, including the limbic system, which controls emotions. Acting here, opiates can produce feelings of pleasure, relaxation, and contentment.

Cocaine facts about how the drug is produced include isolating the cocaine alkaloids from the liquid. This is done with acid and basic mixtures. The alkaloids that are removed in this process are then treated with kerosene.

In recent years, marijuana growers have been genetically altering their plants to increase the percentage of delta-9- tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the main active ingredient in marijuana.

Diversion and abuse of the prescription pain reliever OxyContin is particularly a problem in the eastern United States.

Hallucinogens were used in the past month by 1.0 million persons (0.4 percent) aged 12 or older in 2007, including 503,000 (0.2 percent) who had used Ecstasy. These estimates were similar to the corresponding estimates for 2006.

In Huntington, PA, there was a conflict that involved bath salts that escalated into a gun fight in which fifty shots were reported to be fired during the altercation; the individuals that were involved in the incident reported that they was heavy use of bath salts over the last 2 days.


The following survey was completed by residents of Green Valley, Maryland as part of the USNODRUGS monitoring program. The survey below is a representation of perceptual drug and alcohol usage rates in Green Valley, Maryland. 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 Green Valley, Maryland.
Do you believe that using marijuana can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
94%
3%
3%
Marijuana use in Green Valley, Maryland.
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
6%
75%
19%
Perception of Alcohol in Green Valley, Maryland.
Do you believe that drinking alcohol can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
0%
25%
75%
Have you had a binge drinking experience in the past month?
No
Yes
82%
18%
Do you consume alcohol daily?
Maybe
No
Yes
0%
97%
3%
How old were you when you first experimented with alcohol?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
1%
32%
42%
25%
What motivated you to use drugs or alcohol for the first time in Green Valley, Maryland?
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%
12%
1%
9%
7%
0%
50%
12%
2%
5%
Most common first drug experience in Green Valley, Maryland?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
17%
5%
3%
6%
3%
2%
14%
3%
6%
6%
28%
7%
Use of drugs and alcohol in Green Valley, Maryland schools.
Have you ever gone to school in Green Valley, Maryland under the influence of marijuana?
Maybe
No
Yes
12%
84%
4%
Have you ever gone to school in Green Valley, Maryland under the influence of alcohol?
Maybe
No
Yes
1%
95%
4%
What is the most common drug used in your school in Green Valley, Maryland?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
19%
2%
2%
3%
3%
4%
11%
4%
9%
7%
27%
9%
Your Age?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
7%
14%
53%
26%
Your Gender?
Female
Male
45%
55%
Surveys updated monthly.

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