Malden, Massachusetts

Malden, Massachusetts, in Middlesex county, is 4 miles N of Boston, Massachusetts. The city is located in the Boston metropolitan area. Malden has a population of 56,340.

The People and Families of Malden

In Malden, about 44% of adults are married.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Malden had a median family income of $55,557.

Political Inclinations

Residents of Malden gave more campaign money ($25,950) to John Kerry than to the other people running for President in 2004. Residents gave more to the Democratic party than any of the others.

Malden Housing

Owners occupy 43% of the housing units in Malden. On average, the construction date of housing in the city is earlier than you'll find in most places. If the number of studio apartments and one-bedroom apartments is any indication, then Malden is a popular and practical place to live on one's own.

Commuting

In Malden, 70% of commuters drive to work. If you visit or move to the city, try the public transportation system.

Nearby Cities and Towns

LocationPop.Median Family
Income (2000)
Malden56,340$55,557
Chelsea35,080$32,130
Everett38,037$49,876
Medford55,765$62,409
Melrose27,134$78,144
Revere47,283$45,865
Somerville77,478$51,243

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 1%Malden Public Transportation Use
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)
Top 3%Malden Racial Diversity
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. State)
Top 16%Malden Walking and Biking to Work


The listings in Malden, Massachusetts and surrounding areas provide the following services:

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



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Do you have a problem with drug or alcohol addiction and live in Malden, Massachusetts? Are you concerned about a family member in Malden, 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 Rehabilitation or Drug Rehab Center in Malden, 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 Program in Malden, is a good option for the treatment of drug addiction and alcoholism. The goal of an Alcohol Treatment or Drug Rehabilitation Center in Malden, MA. 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 Rehabilitation, Outpatient Drug and Alcohol Rehab Centers, Short-term Drug and Alcohol Rehab Programs, Inpatient Drug Rehabilitation Programs, support group meetings, drug counseling, halfway houses and sober living.

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

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

There are 3 local Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehab Centers in Malden, Massachusetts. We have also provided 17 additional Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehabilitation Facilities that are closest geographically to Malden:

Arbour Counseling Malden, MA
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility
Services Offered: 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
Eastern Middlesex Alcoholism Services Malden, MA
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Halfway House, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
HRI Clinics DBA Arbour Counseling Serv Malden, MA
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Treatment 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, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Tri City Mental Health Center Inc Everett, MA 1.6 miles from Malden
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Recovery Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Males, Outpatient, Seniors/Older Adults, Spanish Speaking, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Eliot Community Human Health Services Everett, MA 1.6 miles from Malden
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Treatment Program
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, Outpatient, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
John F Kennedy Family Service Ctr Inc Charlestown, MA 3.3 miles from Malden
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Addiction Recovery Center
Services Offered: Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid
Caspar House Somerville, MA 3.5 miles from Malden
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Center
Services Offered: Halfway House, Males, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Somerville Mental Health Somerville, MA 3.7 miles from Malden
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehabilitation and Drug Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Clients With Legal Issues, 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, Private health insurance
Cambridge Health Alliance Somerville, MA 3.9 miles from Malden
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Center
Services Offered: Males, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance
Caspar Inc New Day For Pregnant and Somerville, MA 3.9 miles from Malden
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Addiction Recovery Center
Services Offered: Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Spanish Speaking, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
IMPACT Somerville, MA 3.9 miles from Malden
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehabilitation and Drug Rehab Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Outpatient, Seniors/Older Adults
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance
North Charles Institute Somerville, MA 3.9 miles from Malden
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Addiction Recovery Center
Services Offered: Methadone Detoxification, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid
Rehabilitation and Health Inc East Boston, MA 4.4 miles from Malden
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehab Program
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Halfway House, Males, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Caspar Inc Cambridge, MA 4.6 miles from Malden
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Addiction Recovery Program
Services Offered: Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Gay and Lesbian, Halfway House, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Seniors/Older Adults, Spanish Speaking, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
After Care Services Inc Boston, MA 4.8 miles from Malden
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehab Program
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, Seniors/Older Adults, Spanish Speaking, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
North Suffolk Mental Hlth Association Boston, MA 4.8 miles from Malden
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehab Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Hospital Inpatient, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Males, Outpatient, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Bay Cove Human Services Boston, MA 5.0 miles from Malden
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Gay and Lesbian, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Methadone Maintenance, Males, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Spanish Speaking, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
Dept of Veterans Affairs Medical Ctr Boston, MA 5.0 miles from Malden
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Treatment Program
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Massachusetts General Hospital Boston, MA 5.0 miles from Malden
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Gay and Lesbian, Hospital Inpatient, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Males, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Seniors/Older Adults, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Concilio Hispano de Cambridge Inc Cambridge, MA 5.0 miles from Malden
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehab Program
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment

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

The Tarnak Farm incident during WW II, in which an American F-16 pilot killed several friendly Canadian soldiers on the ground, was blamed by the pilot on his use of amphetamine.

Amphetamine abuse began rising during the 1960s and 1970s with the discovery that the intravenous injection of amphetamines (particularly methamphetamine) produced enhanced euphoric effects faster than oral administration.

Heroin is illegal and is a Schedule 1 substance under the Controlled Substances Act. Schedule I drugs have a high potential for abuse and serve no legitimate medical purpose in the United States.

Methamphetamine, like alcohol, is metabolized by the kidneys; chronic long term use of the drug can lead to severe kidney damage.

In 2006, past month use of illegal drugs, cigarettes, and alcohol (including binge alcohol) was lower among teens aged 12 to 17 who reported that their parents always or sometimes engaged in monitoring behaviors than among teens whose parents "seldom" or "never" engaged in such behaviors. For example, the rate of past month use of any illegal drug was 8.1 percent for teens whose parents always or sometimes helped with homework compared with 16.9 percent among teens who indicated that their parents seldom or never helped. Rates for current cigarette smoking were 8.9 and 17.4 percent for the two groups of teens, respectively, and rates of past month binge alcohol use were 9.0 versus 17.0 percent correspondingly.

Methamphetamine stimulates the central nervous system and causes extreme excitability in most users.


Strong support groups and sober friends are very helpful for recovering Alcoholics after rehab. Alcoholics Anonymous provides meetings that recovering alcoholics can attend to help stay focused on their sobriety. You can find AA meetings at the following locations in Malden:

All Are Welcome
Club 24
787 Salem St.
Malden, Massachusetts 2148

AA Meeting Days and Times
Sunday, 6:30 PM

B.y.o.c.
Club 24
787 Salem St.
Malden, Massachusetts 2148

AA Meeting Days and Times
Wednesday, 7:00 AM
Friday, 7:00 AM
Thursday, 7:00 AM
Tuesday, 7:00 AM
Monday, 7:00 AM

Bbss
St. Paul's Epis.
Wash + Florence
Malden, Massachusetts 2148

AA Meeting Days and Times
Wednesday, 7:30 PM

Better Choices
Club 24
787 Salem St.
Malden, Massachusetts 2148

AA Meeting Days and Times
Wednesday, 6:30 PM

Big Book
1st Community United Methodist Ch.
55 Otis Street
Malden, Massachusetts 2148

AA Meeting Days and Times
Monday, 8:00 PM

Big Book Step Study
First Lutheran Church
98 Waite St.
Malden, Massachusetts 2148

AA Meeting Days and Times
Thursday, 7:00 PM

Daytime
Club 24
787 Salem St.
Malden, Massachusetts 2148

AA Meeting Days and Times
Saturday, 6:00 PM
Sunday, 3:30 PM
Tuesday, 12:00 PM
Thursday, 12:00 PM
Wednesday, 12:00 PM
Friday, 12:00 PM

Early Morning
First Lutheran Church
98 Waite St.
Malden, Massachusetts 2148

AA Meeting Days and Times
Sunday, 7:30 AM

Early Risers
First Lutheran Church
Church & Waite Sts.
Malden, Massachusetts 2148

AA Meeting Days and Times
Saturday, 7:00 AM

End Of The Line
Oak Grove Comm. Ctr.
Grove St.
Malden, Massachusetts 2148

AA Meeting Days and Times
Tuesday, 7:30 PM

Four Winds
Club 24
787 Salem St.
Malden, Massachusetts 2148

AA Meeting Days and Times
Friday, 8:00 PM

Getting Better
Club 24
787 Salem St.
Malden, Massachusetts 2148

AA Meeting Days and Times
Tuesday, 7:00 PM

Happy Hour
Club 24
787 Salem St.
Malden, Massachusetts 2148

AA Meeting Days and Times
Friday, 4:00 PM
Thursday, 4:00 PM
Wednesday, 4:00 PM
Tuesday, 4:00 PM
Monday, 4:00 PM

Helping Hand
Salvation Army
213 Main St.
Malden, Massachusetts 2148

AA Meeting Days and Times
Thursday, 7:30 PM

Immaculate Conception Church
10 Fellsway E.
Malden, Massachusetts 2148

AA Meeting Days and Times
Tuesday, 8:00 PM

Maplewood Men's
Club 24
787 Salem St.
Malden, Massachusetts 2148

AA Meeting Days and Times
Monday, 6:00 PM

Meat & Potato's
Club 24
787 Salem St.
Malden, Massachusetts 2148

AA Meeting Days and Times
Thursday, 7:00 PM

Morning Glory
St. Paul's
Florence & Washington Sts.
Malden, Massachusetts 2148

AA Meeting Days and Times
Saturday, 11:00 AM

Old Time Sobriety
Club 24
787 Salem St.
Malden, Massachusetts 2148

AA Meeting Days and Times
Monday, 12:00 PM

Step Easy
First Lutheran Church
57 Church St.
Malden, Massachusetts 2148

AA Meeting Days and Times
Monday, 7:00 PM

Suburban
Hibernian Hall
259 Charles St.
Malden, Massachusetts 2148

AA Meeting Days and Times
Sunday, 10:00 AM

Tell It Like It Is
Club 24
787 Salem St.
Malden, Massachusetts 2148

AA Meeting Days and Times
Saturday, 2:00 PM

The Last Stop
Club 24
787 Salem St.
Malden, Massachusetts 2148

AA Meeting Days and Times
Monday, 8:00 PM

You And Us
Immaculate Conception Church
10 Fellsway East
Malden, Massachusetts 2148

AA Meeting Days and Times
Friday, 8:00 PM
The following survey was completed by residents of Malden, Massachusetts as part of the USNODRUGS monitoring program. The survey below is a representation of perceptual drug and alcohol usage rates in Malden, Massachusetts. 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 Malden, Massachusetts.
Do you believe that using marijuana can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
93%
1%
6%
Marijuana use in Malden, Massachusetts.
Have you used marijuana in your lifetime?
No
Yes
96%
4%
Have you used marijuana in the past month?
No
Yes
94%
6%
Do you use marijuana regularly?
Maybe
No
Yes
7%
75%
18%
Perception of Alcohol in Malden, Massachusetts.
Do you believe that drinking alcohol can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
3%
10%
87%
Have you had a binge drinking experience in the past month?
No
Yes
92%
8%
Do you consume alcohol daily?
Maybe
No
Yes
7%
76%
17%
How old were you when you first experimented with alcohol?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
6%
12%
60%
22%
What motivated you to use drugs or alcohol for the first time in Malden, Massachusetts?
Boredom
Curiousity
Drugs were all around
Family problem
Hopelessness
It was easy to get
None of the above
Peer Pressure
To fit in
Unhappiness
14%
17%
3%
3%
1%
3%
34%
15%
0%
10%
Most common first drug experience in Malden, Massachusetts?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
20%
6%
2%
6%
3%
5%
12%
3%
8%
9%
18%
8%
Use of drugs and alcohol in Malden, Massachusetts schools.
Have you ever gone to school in Malden, Massachusetts under the influence of marijuana?
Maybe
No
Yes
4%
94%
2%
Have you ever gone to school in Malden, Massachusetts under the influence of alcohol?
Maybe
No
Yes
8%
86%
6%
What is the most common drug used in your school in Malden, Massachusetts?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
23%
4%
3%
3%
3%
4%
11%
4%
8%
8%
21%
8%
Your Age?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
1%
9%
68%
22%
Your Gender?
Female
Male
7%
93%
Surveys updated monthly.

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