Medfield, Massachusetts

Medfield, Massachusetts, in Norfolk county, is 8 miles SE of Framingham, Massachusetts (center to center) and 17 miles SW of Boston, Massachusetts. Part of the surrounding Boston metro area, the town is not an isolated town. Medfield is home to some 12,273 residents.

The People and Families of Medfield

In Medfield, about 72% of adults are married. A large portion of people in Medfield are married. At the risk of over-generalizing, you could say that the town tends toward large families and full houses. Got kids? Want 'em? You might feel you need them to fit in properly in this town.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Medfield had a median family income of $108,926. More so than most places, the people in Medfield generally have good jobs with good salaries. The large segment of the population in the town with spending money keeps the town vital. Fewer people in Medfield are poor than in most places in Massachusetts. Impressively, having a college education is normal in the town. Home-based work is more common in Medfield than in most places. It's worth saying that successful single folks are not uncommon in the town.

Political Inclinations

John Kerry was the top money-getter ($34,150) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Medfield. The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the town.

Crime and Safety

While crime is a worry everywhere, the people of Medfield can take comfort in the low amount of crime in the town.

Medfield Housing

According to the 2000 census, 86% of the housing in Medfield was owner-occupied. If you want a nice house, or any home in a nice town, you usually need to pay higher property taxes. It's no different here.

Commuting

In Medfield, 85% of commuters drive to work. If you like the choice of taking public transportation instead of driving, take a look at Medfield.

Nearby Cities and Towns

LocationPop.Median Family
Income (2000)
Medfield12,273$108,926
Dover5,558$157,168
Medway12,448$85,627
Millis7,902$72,171
Sherborn4,200$136,211
Walpole22,824$84,458
Westwood14,117$103,242

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. Peers)
Top 1%Medfield Low Rate of Poverty
Low Property Crime
(vs. Peers)
Top 2%Medfield Low Property Crime
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)
Top 2%Medfield People in Middle Class or Better
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)
Top 3%Medfield Median Family Income
College Educated Adults
(vs. Peers)
Top 3%Medfield College Educated Adults
Low Violent Crime
(vs. Peers)
Top 6%Medfield Low Violent Crime
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)
Top 6%Medfield Well-Paid Single Men
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 11%Medfield Public Transportation Use
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)
Top 11%Medfield Well-Paid Single Women


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

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



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Do you have a problem with drug or alcohol addiction and live in Medfield, Massachusetts? Are you concerned about a family member in Medfield, 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 Center in Medfield, suited to your specific treatment needs. You don't have to deal with drug addiction or alcoholism on your own!

A Drug Treatment or Alcohol Rehab Facility in Medfield, is a good option for the treatment of drug addiction and alcoholism. The goal of an Alcohol Rehab or Drug Treatment Program in Medfield, 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 Treatment Facilities, Outpatient Drug Rehab Centers, Short-term Drug Rehab Centers, Inpatient Drug Treatment Facilities, support group meetings, drug counseling, halfway houses and sober living.

Alcohol Rehab or Drug Rehabilitation Centers in Medfield, 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 Medfield, 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 Treatment or Drug Rehab Program in Medfield, will not only provide the person with a professional detox but also provide a Drug Treatment or Alcohol Rehabilitation Center 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 Treatment Facility in Medfield, 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 Medfield, 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 Medfield, from a Drug Rehabilitation or Alcohol Treatment Center and encountering old drug using acquaintances in Medfield - as well as ways to handle the many reminders and triggers of their past drug using days in Medfield. 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 a Drug Rehab or Alcohol 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 Center in Medfield. 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 Medfield, Massachusetts Alcohol Rehab or Drug Rehabilitation Program request form and you will be contacted by a counselor shortly.

There are no listings in Medfield, MA. so we have provided the 20 closest treatment facilities arranged by distance from Medfield, Massachusetts:

Westwood Lodge Hospital Westwood, MA 5.9 miles from Medfield
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Hospital Inpatient, Mental Health Services, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Caritas Good Samaritan Hospital Foxboro, MA 9.1 miles from Medfield
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Faciltity
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Hospital Inpatient, Males, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance
SMOC Framingham, MA 10.4 miles from Medfield
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Treatment Center
Services Offered: Residential Beds for Children, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment
SMOC South Middlesex Opport Council Framingham, MA 10.4 miles from Medfield
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Treatment Center
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, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Home for Little Wanderers Roslindale, MA 11.4 miles from Medfield
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehab Program
Services Offered: Mental Health Services, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Wayside Youth Family Support Network Milford, MA 11.6 miles from Medfield
Primary Service: Drug Rehab and Alcohol Rehabilitation Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient, Spanish Speaking, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Pine Street Inn Inc Plainville, MA 11.9 miles from Medfield
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Residential Beds for Children, Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Halfway House, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Females
Hurley House Waltham, MA 12.2 miles from Medfield
Primary Service: Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Treatment Facility
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Halfway House, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Arbour Substance Abuse Trt Program Jamaica Plain, MA 12.7 miles from Medfield
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Treatment Center
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Methadone Detoxification, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Hospital Inpatient, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Brookside Community Health Center Jamaica Plain, MA 12.7 miles from Medfield
Primary Service: Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Mental Health Services, Males, Outpatient, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Childrens Hosp Martha Elliot Hlth Ctr Jamaica Plain, MA 12.7 miles from Medfield
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Addiction Recovery Faciltity
Services Offered: Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Faulkner Hospital Jamaica Plain, MA 12.7 miles from Medfield
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: 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
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Sullivan House Jamaica Plain, MA 12.7 miles from Medfield
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehabilitation Center
Services Offered: Halfway House, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Bournewood Hospital Chestnut Hill, MA 12.8 miles from Medfield
Primary Service: Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Rehab Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Methadone Detoxification, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Hospital Inpatient, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Males, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less, Spanish Speaking, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Childrens Hosp Martha Eliot Hlth Ctr Jamaica Plain, MA 12.9 miles from Medfield
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehabilitation and Drug Rehab Facility
Services Offered: General Health Services, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Hope Found Jamaica Plain, MA 12.9 miles from Medfield
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Males, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid)
Entre Familia Mattapan, MA 13.0 miles from Medfield
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehabilitation and Drug Rehab Program
Services Offered: Residential Beds for Children, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Hospital Inpatient, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Spanish Speaking
Joelyns Family Home Dorchester, MA 13.7 miles from Medfield
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Treatment Program
Services Offered: Halfway House, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Spanish Speaking, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Carney Hospital Boston, MA 13.9 miles from Medfield
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Recovery Program
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance
Codman Square Health Center Boston, MA 13.9 miles from Medfield
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Mental Health Services, Males, Outpatient, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance

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State estimates for past year alcohol dependence or abuse among persons aged 12 or older ranged from 6.0 percent in Tennessee to 10.8 percent in North Dakota. States in the highest fifth among persons aged 12 or older tended to be Western (four States) or Midwestern (four States), while States in the lowest fifth were mostly Southern (seven States). In the 12 to 17 age group, the estimated percentage of those identified as having an alcohol abuse or dependence problem ranged from 3.0 percent in the District of Columbia to 11.2 percent in Montana. Among persons aged 18 to 25, the lowest percentage was found in Utah (13.0 percent), and the highest State percentage was in North Dakota (27.1 percent) (Table B.14). Five Midwestern or Western States were in the highest fifth for the 12 to 17, 18 to 25, and 26 or older age groups (Montana, Nebraska, New Mexico, North Dakota, and South Dakota).

The number and percentage of current nonmedical users of psychotherapeutic drugs in 2008 (6.2 million or 2.5 percent) were lower than in 2007 (6.9 million or 2.8 percent). A small decline in the percentage of pain reliever users between 2007 (2.1 percent) and 2008 (1.9 percent), although not statistically significant, partly contributed to the lower rate for current use of psychotherapeutic drugs.

Between 2000 and 2001, the rate of past month illegal drug use increased among both men (from 7.7 to 8.7 percent) and women (from 5.0 to 5.5 percent) aged 12 or older.

In terms of individuals that have a short history of drug addiction and wish to correct the situation, but have encountered difficulty in doing so on their own, outpatient drug addiction treatment or counseling may initially be appropriate.

Some of the most major hazards of methadone addiction can include circulatory depression, respiratory arrest, shock, and cardiac arrest.


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 Medfield:

Caring & Sharing
U. House
26 North St.
Medfield, Massachusetts 2052

AA Meeting Days and Times
Saturday, 10:30 AM

Discovery
First Baptist Church
438 Main Street
Medfield, Massachusetts 2052

AA Meeting Days and Times
Friday, 8:00 PM

Discovery - Beginners
First Baptist Church
438 Main Street
Medfield, Massachusetts 2052

AA Meeting Days and Times
Friday, 7:00 PM

Discussion/beginners
Episcopal
28 Pleasant St.
Medfield, Massachusetts 2052

AA Meeting Days and Times
Tuesday, 7:30 PM

Dlscovery
First Baptist Church
Rt. 109/south St.
Medfield, Massachusetts 2052

AA Meeting Days and Times
Friday, 8:00 PM

Literature/discussion
First Baptist Church
Main St.
Medfield, Massachusetts 2052

AA Meeting Days and Times
Monday, 7:30 PM

Step Sunday
First Baptist Church
Rte 109 & South St.
Medfield, Massachusetts 2052

AA Meeting Days and Times
Sunday, 7:30 PM
The following survey was completed by residents of Medfield, Massachusetts as part of the USNODRUGS monitoring program. The survey below is a representation of perceptual drug and alcohol usage rates in Medfield, 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 Medfield, Massachusetts.
Do you believe that using marijuana can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
97%
1%
2%
Marijuana use in Medfield, Massachusetts.
Have you used marijuana in your lifetime?
No
Yes
88%
12%
Have you used marijuana in the past month?
No
Yes
97%
3%
Do you use marijuana regularly?
Maybe
No
Yes
2%
96%
2%
Perception of Alcohol in Medfield, Massachusetts.
Do you believe that drinking alcohol can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
2%
4%
94%
Have you had a binge drinking experience in the past month?
No
Yes
88%
12%
Do you consume alcohol daily?
Maybe
No
Yes
13%
82%
5%
How old were you when you first experimented with alcohol?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
8%
4%
61%
27%
What motivated you to use drugs or alcohol for the first time in Medfield, 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%
14%
2%
10%
8%
2%
36%
9%
3%
2%
Most common first drug experience in Medfield, Massachusetts?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
17%
4%
2%
3%
2%
2%
14%
3%
11%
5%
28%
9%
Use of drugs and alcohol in Medfield, Massachusetts schools.
Have you ever gone to school in Medfield, Massachusetts under the influence of marijuana?
Maybe
No
Yes
1%
85%
14%
Have you ever gone to school in Medfield, Massachusetts under the influence of alcohol?
Maybe
No
Yes
0%
97%
3%
What is the most common drug used in your school in Medfield, Massachusetts?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
23%
3%
3%
5%
2%
5%
13%
3%
7%
9%
18%
9%
Your Age?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
1%
5%
68%
26%
Your Gender?
Female
Male
70%
30%
Surveys updated monthly.

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