Riviera Beach, MD Profile

Riviera Beach, MD, population 12,695 , is located in Maryland's Anne Arundel county, about 10.2 miles from Baltimore and 34.0 miles from Washington.

In the 90's the population of Riviera Beach has grown by about 12%.

Riviera Beach Statistics Riviera Beach Gender Information

Males in Riviera Beach: 6,209 (49%)
Females in Riviera Beach: 6,486 (51%)

As % of Population in Riviera Beach in Riviera Beach    

Race Diversity in Riviera Beach

White: 95%
African American: 2%
Asian: 1%
Other/Mixed: 2%

As % of Population in Riviera Beach in Riviera Beach        

Age Diversity in Riviera Beach

Median Age in Riviera Beach: 35.6 (Males in Riviera Beach: 35.0, Females in Riviera Beach: 36.3)

Riviera Beach Males Under 20: 14%     Riviera Beach Females Under 20: 14% Riviera Beach Males 20 to 40: 15%     Riviera Beach Females 20 to 40: 16% Riviera Beach Males 40 to 60: 13%     Riviera Beach Females 40 to 60: 13% Riviera Beach Males Over 60: 6%     Riviera Beach Females Over 60: 8%

Economics in Riviera Beach in Riviera Beach

Riviera Beach Household Average Size: 2.65 people
Riviera Beach Median Household Income: $ 58,150
Riviera Beach Median Value of Homes: $ 127,000


Riviera Beach Location Information
Elevation: 30 feet above sea level. Land Area: 2.4 Square Miles. Water Area: 0.6 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Riviera Beach Green Haven 2.8 Miles Lake Shore 4.3 Miles Pasadena 5.3 Miles Dundalk 5.8 Miles Edgemere 6.1 Miles Glen Burnie 6.3 Miles South Gate 6.8 Miles Severna Park 7.0 Miles Ferndale 7.2 Miles Brooklyn Park 7.2 Miles Big Cities Nearest Riviera Beach (Population 100,000+) Baltimore 10.2 Miles Washington 34.0 Miles Arlington 36.4 Miles Alexandria 38.3 Miles Philadelphia 89.9 Miles Allentown 113.4 Miles Richmond 122.9 Miles Hampton 148.1 Miles Newport News 151.4 Miles Elizabeth 159.9 Miles


The listings in Riviera Beach, Maryland and surrounding areas provide the following services:

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



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Are you battling an addiction to drugs or alcohol and live in Riviera Beach, Maryland? Do you have a friend or family member that is addicted to drugs or alcohol in Riviera Beach 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 a Drug Rehabilitation or Alcohol Rehab Program in Riviera Beach that will be appropriate for your treatment needs.

An Alcohol Treatment or Drug Rehabilitation Program in Riviera Beach 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 Riviera Beach are Outpatient Addiction Treatment Facilities, Long-term Addiction Treatment Programs, Short-term Addiction Treatment Programs, Inpatient Addiction Treatment Facilities, support group meetings, drug counseling, halfway houses and sober living.

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

Drug Rehab & Treatment Centers Maryland

Dorchester County Health Department Cambridge, MD
Primary Service: Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Rehab Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, 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, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Addiction Treatment Services Baltimore, MD
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehab Center
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
JOPPA Health Serices Inc Joppa, MD
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehabilitation Center
Services Offered: Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid
Towson University Baltimore, MD
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehabilitation and Drug Treatment Program
Services Offered: Clients With Legal Issues, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Mental Health Services, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Operation Recovery Baltimore, MD
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility
Services Offered: Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Circle Treatment Center PC Gaithersburg, MD
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehab Center
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
Kent County Behavioral Health Chestertown, MD
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehab Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Outpatient, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
JAEL Health Services Inc Ellicott City, MD
Primary Service: Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Treatment Program
Services Offered: Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid)
Emmorton Treatment Services Abingdon, MD
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Rehab
Services Offered: Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
Pathways Alcohol Drug Treatment Ctr Annapolis, MD
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Addiction Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Halfway House, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Integrative Counseling LLC Columbia, MD
Primary Service: Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Treatment Program
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, Private health insurance
W House Foundation Inc Hagerstown, MD
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Addiction Recovery Program
Services Offered: Halfway House, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid
Kolmac Clinic Gaithersburg, MD
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehab Facility
Services Offered: Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Journeys for Women Adult Program Rockville, MD
Primary Service: Drug Rehab and Alcohol Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Outpatient, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
Gale Houses Inc Frederick, MD
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehabilitation and Drug Rehab Facility
Services Offered: Halfway House, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Family Services Association Elkton, MD
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Recovery Program
Services Offered: Clients With Legal Issues, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Mental Health Services, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Adult Addictions Clinic Annapolis, MD
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Rehab
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Healthcare for the Homeless Inc Baltimore, MD
Primary Service: Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, General Health Services, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Medicaid
Center for Addiction Medicine Baltimore, MD
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Methadone Detoxification, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Methadone Maintenance, Males, Outpatient, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Open Arms Inc Waldorf, MD
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehabilitation Facility
Services Offered: Methadone Detoxification, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance

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

Most babies of heroin users suffer from withdrawal symptoms after birth, including fever, sneezing, trembling, irritability, diarrhea, vomiting, continual crying and, occasionally, seizures. Babies exposed to heroin before birth also face an increased risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).

Much research has confirmed that the same sort of mechanisms that are involved in the development of a drug tolerance can eventually lead to profound changes in neurons and brain circuits, with the potential to severely compromise or even cause irreversible damage to the long-term health of the brain. One of the best examples of this is concerning glutamate-which is a neurotransmitter that influences the reward circuit and the ability to learn. When the optimal concentration of glutamate is altered by drug abuse, the brain attempts to compensate for this change in the level of the neurotransmitter, which can cause temporary or permanent impairment in cognitive function.

It has been noted that the effects of LSD can be felt within 40 to 60 minutes and lasts for up to six to eight hours.

According to a survey conducted by the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, almost 5 million people are currently taking Xanax or a similar type of benzodiazepine.

Prosecutors in Tazewell County, Virginia reported in October 2000 that more than 150 people had been charged with felonies associated with OxyContin abuse.

Other street names for amphetamines are bennies, glass, crystal, crank, pep pills, and uppers.


The following survey was completed by residents of Riviera Beach, Maryland as part of the USNODRUGS monitoring program. The survey below is a representation of perceptual drug and alcohol usage rates in Riviera Beach, 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 Riviera Beach, Maryland.
Do you believe that using marijuana can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
98%
0%
2%
Marijuana use in Riviera Beach, Maryland.
Have you used marijuana in your lifetime?
No
Yes
79%
21%
Have you used marijuana in the past month?
No
Yes
84%
16%
Do you use marijuana regularly?
Maybe
No
Yes
1%
87%
12%
Perception of Alcohol in Riviera Beach, Maryland.
Do you believe that drinking alcohol can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
1%
2%
97%
Have you had a binge drinking experience in the past month?
No
Yes
85%
15%
Do you consume alcohol daily?
Maybe
No
Yes
12%
84%
4%
How old were you when you first experimented with alcohol?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
10%
-4%
65%
29%
What motivated you to use drugs or alcohol for the first time in Riviera Beach, 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
4%
8%
0%
5%
6%
3%
66%
2%
3%
3%
Most common first drug experience in Riviera Beach, Maryland?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
22%
3%
2%
4%
2%
4%
14%
4%
6%
7%
25%
7%
Use of drugs and alcohol in Riviera Beach, Maryland schools.
Have you ever gone to school in Riviera Beach, Maryland under the influence of marijuana?
Maybe
No
Yes
4%
90%
6%
Have you ever gone to school in Riviera Beach, Maryland under the influence of alcohol?
Maybe
No
Yes
0%
92%
8%
What is the most common drug used in your school in Riviera Beach, Maryland?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
22%
4%
3%
4%
2%
2%
14%
4%
12%
6%
17%
10%
Your Age?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
2%
29%
43%
26%
Your Gender?
Female
Male
65%
35%
Surveys updated monthly.

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