Whitney, NV Profile

Whitney, NV, population 18,273 , is located in Nevada's Clark county, about 3.9 miles from Paradise and 6.1 miles from Henderson.

Whitney Statistics Whitney Gender Information

Males in Whitney: 9,349 (51%)
Females in Whitney: 8,924 (49%)

As % of Population in Whitney in Whitney    

Race Diversity in Whitney

White: 72%
African American: 7%
Native American: 1%
Asian: 4%
Other/Mixed: 16%

As % of Population in Whitney in Whitney          

Age Diversity in Whitney

Median Age in Whitney: 35.1 (Males in Whitney: 34.5, Females in Whitney: 35.8)

Whitney Males Under 20: 14%     Whitney Females Under 20: 13% Whitney Males 20 to 40: 16%     Whitney Females 20 to 40: 14% Whitney Males 40 to 60: 13%     Whitney Females 40 to 60: 13% Whitney Males Over 60: 8%     Whitney Females Over 60: 8%

Economics in Whitney in Whitney

Whitney Household Average Size: 2.57 people
Whitney Median Household Income: $ 36,536
Whitney Median Value of Homes: $ 95,200


Whitney Location Information
Land Area: Square Miles. Water Area: Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Whitney Paradise 3.9 Miles Winchester 4.5 Miles Henderson 6.1 Miles Las Vegas 7.8 Miles North Las Vegas 9.1 Miles Spring Valley 9.4 Miles Enterprise 9.4 Miles Sunrise Manor 9.7 Miles Nellis AFB 11.9 Miles Boulder City 15.5 Miles Big Cities Nearest Whitney (Population 100,000+) Paradise 3.9 Miles Henderson 6.1 Miles Las Vegas 7.8 Miles North Las Vegas 9.1 Miles Spring Valley 9.4 Miles Sunrise Manor 9.7 Miles San Bernardino 184.4 Miles Fontana 190.9 Miles Moreno Valley 191.2 Miles Riverside 196.5 Miles

The listings in Whitney, Nevada and surrounding areas provide the following services:

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



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

A Drug Rehab or Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility in Whitney 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 Whitney are Outpatient Rehab Facilities, Long-term Rehab Facilities, Short-term Rehab Programs, Inpatient Rehab Facilities, support group meetings, drug counseling, halfway houses and sober living.

Alcohol Rehab or Drug Rehabilitation Centers in Whitney will target both the physical and psychological aspects of addiction. Individuals are treated for physical addiction by undergoing a detoxification program in Whitney, Nevada 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.

A Drug Rehab or Alcohol Treatment Program in Whitney 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. A Drug Treatment or Alcohol Rehab Facility in Whitney, NV. has proven to be the most successful method for treating an individual with a severe drug addiction problem. A Drug Treatment or Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility in Whitney, 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 Whitney, from an Alcohol Rehab or Drug Rehabilitation Center and even running into prior drug using friends or acquaintances in Whitney. Upon completion of their program, the individual will be able to deal with the reminders and triggers in Whitney 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 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 a Drug Rehabilitation or Alcohol Treatment Facility in Whitney, NV. 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 Whitney, Nevada Alcohol Rehabilitation or Drug Rehab Center request form and counselor will contact you shortly.

There are no listings in Whitney, NV. so we have provided the 20 closest treatment facilities arranged by distance from Whitney, Nevada:

Center for Behavioral Health Nevada Las Vegas, NV 3.4 miles from Whitney
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehab Center
Services Offered: Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
Transitions of Nevada LLC Las Vegas, NV 3.4 miles from Whitney
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehab Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Center for Behavioral Health of Las Vegas, NV 4.0 miles from Whitney
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Recovery Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Gay and Lesbian, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Methadone Maintenance, Males, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Seniors/Older Adults, Spanish Speaking, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
Community Counseling Center Las Vegas, NV 4.0 miles from Whitney
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Rehab Center
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, Halfway House, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Males, Outpatient, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Seniors/Older Adults, Spanish Speaking, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Nevada Treatment Center Las Vegas, NV 4.0 miles from Whitney
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehab Facility
Services Offered: Methadone Detoxification, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Mission Treatment Centers Henderson, NV 5.7 miles from Whitney
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Rehab Facility
Services Offered: Persons with HIV/AIDS, Methadone Maintenance, Males, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Spanish Speaking, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid
Seven Hills Behavioral Institute Henderson, NV 5.7 miles from Whitney
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Residential Beds for Children, 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, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance
Economic Opportunity Board Community Las Vegas, NV 9.2 miles from Whitney
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Rehabilitation Center
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Males, Outpatient, 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
Las Vegas Indian Center Las Vegas, NV 9.2 miles from Whitney
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehabilitation and Drug Treatment Center
Services Offered: Outpatient, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
HELP of Southern Nevada Las Vegas, NV 10.0 miles from Whitney
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Addiction Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Halfway House, Outpatient, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Las Vegas Family Clinic Las Vegas, NV 10.0 miles from Whitney
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility
Services Offered: Clients With Legal Issues, Methadone Detoxification, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare
Las Vegas VA Outpatient Clinic Las Vegas, NV 10.0 miles from Whitney
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Treatment Program
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient
Michael S Levy Las Vegas, NV 10.0 miles from Whitney
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Rehab Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
New Beginnings Counseling Centers Las Vegas, NV 10.0 miles from Whitney
Primary Service: Drug Rehab and Alcohol Rehabilitation Center
Services Offered: Clients With Legal Issues, Methadone Detoxification, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient, Seniors/Older Adults, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid
Restoration Counseling Services Las Vegas, NV 10.0 miles from Whitney
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehab Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
Solutions Recovery Inc Las Vegas, NV 10.0 miles from Whitney
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehab Facility
Services Offered: Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
US VETS Las Vegas, NV 10.0 miles from Whitney
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehab Center
Services Offered: Halfway House, Outpatient, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Females
Vegas Valley Treatment Center Inc Las Vegas, NV 10.0 miles from Whitney
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehab Facility
Services Offered: Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
Choices Group Inc Las Vegas, NV 10.7 miles from Whitney
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehab Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Males, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Spanish Speaking, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
Center for Behav Health Las Vegas Inc North Las Vegas, NV 11.0 miles from Whitney
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: Clients With Legal Issues, Methadone Detoxification, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare
Did You Know? ...
Interesting Facts and Statistics:

The number and the percentage of the population receiving substance use treatment within the past year remained stable between 2005 and 2006 (3.9 million, 1.6 percent in 2005; 4.0 million, 1.6 percent in 2006).

Nearly one percent of Americans, or 2.1 million people, are currently using cocaine.

Black heroin, known as black tar, may be sticky (like tar) or hard to the touch.

Rates of substance dependence or abuse were associated with current employment status in 2005. A higher percentage of unemployed adults aged 18 or older were classified with dependence or abuse (17.6 percent) than were full-time employed adults (10.2 percent) and part-time employed adults (11.2 percent).

Ativan is classified within a group of drugs that are called benzodiazepines (ben-zoe-dye-AZE-eh-peens). Ativan affects chemicals in the brain in order to have the effect of reducing anxiety.

Many teenagers and young adults have used heroin at least once. Heroin use among high school students is a particular problem.


The following survey was completed by residents of Whitney, Nevada as part of the USNODRUGS monitoring program. The survey below is a representation of perceptual drug and alcohol usage rates in Whitney, Nevada. 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 Whitney, Nevada.
Do you believe that using marijuana can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
92%
0%
8%
Marijuana use in Whitney, Nevada.
Have you used marijuana in your lifetime?
No
Yes
89%
11%
Have you used marijuana in the past month?
No
Yes
86%
14%
Do you use marijuana regularly?
Maybe
No
Yes
5%
89%
6%
Perception of Alcohol in Whitney, Nevada.
Do you believe that drinking alcohol can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
8%
5%
87%
Have you had a binge drinking experience in the past month?
No
Yes
98%
2%
Do you consume alcohol daily?
Maybe
No
Yes
13%
79%
8%
How old were you when you first experimented with alcohol?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
1%
6%
70%
23%
What motivated you to use drugs or alcohol for the first time in Whitney, Nevada?
Boredom
Curiousity
Drugs were all around
Family problem
Hopelessness
It was easy to get
None of the above
Peer Pressure
To fit in
Unhappiness
6%
9%
3%
3%
8%
0%
51%
8%
2%
10%
Most common first drug experience in Whitney, Nevada?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
22%
5%
3%
3%
3%
3%
13%
2%
12%
8%
16%
10%
Use of drugs and alcohol in Whitney, Nevada schools.
Have you ever gone to school in Whitney, Nevada under the influence of marijuana?
Maybe
No
Yes
0%
95%
5%
Have you ever gone to school in Whitney, Nevada under the influence of alcohol?
Maybe
No
Yes
0%
94%
6%
What is the most common drug used in your school in Whitney, Nevada?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
19%
2%
2%
8%
2%
2%
14%
2%
12%
10%
20%
7%
Your Age?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
0%
13%
59%
28%
Your Gender?
Female
Male
9%
91%
Surveys updated monthly.

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