South Plainfield, NJ Profile

South Plainfield, NJ, population 21,810 , is located in New Jersey's Middlesex county, about 12.1 miles from Elizabeth and 16.6 miles from Newark.

In the 90's the population of South Plainfield has grown by about 6%. It is Estimated in recent years the population of South Plainfield has been growing at an annual rate of 1.6 percent.

Reports show that during 2003 property crime levels in the South Plainfield area were lower than New Jersey's average. The same data shows violent crime levels to be lower than the New Jersey average.

South Plainfield Statistics South Plainfield Gender Information

Males in South Plainfield: 10,690 (49%)
Females in South Plainfield: 11,120 (51%)

As % of Population in South Plainfield in South Plainfield    

Race Diversity in South Plainfield

White: 78%
African American: 9%
Asian: 8%
Other/Mixed: 5%

As % of Population in South Plainfield in South Plainfield        

Age Diversity in South Plainfield

Median Age in South Plainfield: 38.0 (Males in South Plainfield: 36.8, Females in South Plainfield: 39.0)

South Plainfield Males Under 20: 14%     South Plainfield Females Under 20: 13% South Plainfield Males 20 to 40: 13%     South Plainfield Females 20 to 40: 13% South Plainfield Males 40 to 60: 14%     South Plainfield Females 40 to 60: 14% South Plainfield Males Over 60: 8%     South Plainfield Females Over 60: 10%

Economics in South Plainfield in South Plainfield

South Plainfield Household Average Size: 3.01 people
South Plainfield Median Household Income: $ 67,466
South Plainfield Median Value of Homes: $ 166,600

Law Enforcement in South Plainfield

Reported crimes in the South Plainfield area during 2003:

Murder and non-negligent man-slaughter: 1
Forcible rape: 7
Robbery: 15
Aggravated assault: 24
Violent crime events per 100,000 people: 204

Burglary: 77
Larceny-theft: 351
Motor vehicle theft: 34
Arson: 5
Property crime events per 100,000 people: 2,007

South Plainfield Location Information
Elevation: 67 feet above sea level. Land Area: 8.4 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to South Plainfield Dunellen 3.2 Miles Metuchen 3.6 Miles North Plainfield 3.6 Miles Plainfield 3.8 Miles Society Hill 4.0 Miles Edison 4.2 Miles Middlesex 4.3 Miles Fanwood 4.5 Miles Watchung 4.6 Miles Iselin 4.7 Miles Big Cities Nearest South Plainfield (Population 100,000+) Elizabeth 12.1 Miles Newark 16.6 Miles Jersey City 20.3 Miles New York 23.2 Miles Paterson 26.5 Miles Yonkers 36.3 Miles Stamford 56.2 Miles Allentown 56.7 Miles Philadelphia 58.8 Miles Bridgeport 75.1 Miles


The listings in South Plainfield, New Jersey and surrounding areas provide the following services:

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



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Are you battling an addiction to drugs or alcohol and live in South Plainfield, New Jersey? Do you have a friend or family member that is addicted to drugs or alcohol in South Plainfield 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 Rehab or Alcohol Rehabilitation Center in South Plainfield that will be appropriate for your treatment needs.

An Alcohol Rehabilitation or Drug Rehab Facility in South Plainfield 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 South Plainfield are Outpatient Drug and Alcohol Rehab Programs, Long-term Drug Rehabs, Short-term Drug and Alcohol Rehabs, Inpatient Rehab Centers, support group meetings, drug counseling, halfway houses and sober living.

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

There are no listings in South Plainfield, NJ. so we have provided the 20 closest treatment facilities arranged by distance from South Plainfield, New Jersey:

Program for Addictions Piscataway, NJ 2.6 miles from South Plainfield
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehab Program
Services Offered: Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Organization for Recovery Inc Plainfield, NJ 2.8 miles from South Plainfield
Primary Service: Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Rehab Program
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Methadone Detoxification, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Spanish Speaking, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid
Project Alert Plainfield, NJ 2.8 miles from South Plainfield
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility
Services Offered: Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Halfway House, Males, Outpatient, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
Tri County Red Cross Plainfield, NJ 2.8 miles from South Plainfield
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehab Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Steps Recovery Center Plainfield, NJ 3.3 miles from South Plainfield
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
First Step Counseling Metuchen, NJ 3.6 miles from South Plainfield
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Center
Services Offered: 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, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
UCPC Behavioral Healthcare Plainfield, NJ 4.0 miles from South Plainfield
Primary Service: Drug Rehab and Alcohol Rehabilitation Center
Services Offered: Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Males, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance
Resolve Community Counseling Ctr Inc Scotch Plains, NJ 4.2 miles from South Plainfield
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Mental Health Services, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
Uriel Treatment Center Highland Park, NJ 5.1 miles from South Plainfield
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, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Males, Outpatient, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Damon House Inc New Brunswick, NJ 6.2 miles from South Plainfield
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility
Services Offered: Clients With Legal Issues, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Males, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
New Brunswick Counseling Center New Brunswick, NJ 6.2 miles from South Plainfield
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Treatment Center
Services Offered: Clients With Legal Issues, Methadone Detoxification, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Spanish Speaking, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid
Family and Community Services of Bound Brook, NJ 6.4 miles from South Plainfield
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Addiction Recovery Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Males, Outpatient, Spanish Speaking, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
Victor H Lopez LSW MSW LCADC CCS New Brunswick, NJ 6.4 miles from South Plainfield
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehab Facility
Services Offered: Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Richard Colligan LCADC CSW Berkeley Heights, NJ 7.0 miles from South Plainfield
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Treatment Program
Services Offered: Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Extra Care Health Services Rahway, NJ 7.4 miles from South Plainfield
Primary Service: Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Raritan Bay Medical Center Perth Amboy, NJ 8.0 miles from South Plainfield
Primary Service: Drug Rehab and Alcohol Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Clients With Legal Issues, Methadone Detoxification, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Methadone Maintenance, Males, Outpatient, Spanish Speaking, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance
Breath of Life Counseling Services LLC Somerset, NJ 8.0 miles from South Plainfield
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Outpatient, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Journey to Wellness Inc Perth Amboy, NJ 8.2 miles from South Plainfield
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehabilitation 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, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Males, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Spanish Speaking, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
Intervention Specialist LLC Elizabeth, NJ 8.7 miles from South Plainfield
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Rehab 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, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Males, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Seniors/Older Adults, Spanish Speaking, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Steps Recovery Center at Muhlenberg Plainfield, NJ 8.7 miles from South Plainfield
Primary Service: Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Rehab Center
Services Offered: Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance

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

There have been a number of deaths caused by PMA, a potent and highly neurotoxic hallucinogenic amphetamine, being sold as Ecstasy.

Among teens aged 12 to 17 in 2001, blacks and Asians were least likely to report past month alcohol use. Only 11.5 percent of Asian teens and 10.6 percent of black teens were current drinkers, while rates were above 15 percent for other racial/ethnic groups. However, the rates for Asian and black teens were significantly higher than the rates reported in 2000 (7.1 and 8.8 percent, for Asians and blacks, respectively).

OxyContin acts for 12 hours, making it the longest lasting oxycodone product on the market.

In 2006, among recent initiates aged 12 to 49, the average age of first cigarette use was 17.1 years, similar to the average in 2005 (17.3 years).

Symptoms of withdrawal for long-term marijuana users begin within about 1 day following abstinence, peak at 2-3 days, and subside within 1 or 2 weeks following drug cessation.

Among the 5.1 million adults who reported an unmet need for mental health care and did not receive mental health services in the past year, several barriers to care were reported. These included an inability to afford care (42.7 percent), believing at the time that the problem could be handled without care (28.6 percent), not knowing where to go for care (19.8 percent), and not having the time to go for care (13.9 percent).


The following survey was completed by residents of South Plainfield, New Jersey as part of the USNODRUGS monitoring program. The survey below is a representation of perceptual drug and alcohol usage rates in South Plainfield, New Jersey. 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 South Plainfield, New Jersey.
Do you believe that using marijuana can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
90%
3%
7%
Marijuana use in South Plainfield, New Jersey.
Have you used marijuana in your lifetime?
No
Yes
86%
14%
Have you used marijuana in the past month?
No
Yes
88%
12%
Do you use marijuana regularly?
Maybe
No
Yes
5%
87%
8%
Perception of Alcohol in South Plainfield, New Jersey.
Do you believe that drinking alcohol can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
1%
10%
89%
Have you had a binge drinking experience in the past month?
No
Yes
96%
4%
Do you consume alcohol daily?
Maybe
No
Yes
1%
94%
5%
How old were you when you first experimented with alcohol?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
7%
17%
54%
22%
What motivated you to use drugs or alcohol for the first time in South Plainfield, New Jersey?
Boredom
Curiousity
Drugs were all around
Family problem
Hopelessness
It was easy to get
None of the above
Peer Pressure
To fit in
Unhappiness
13%
8%
1%
0%
7%
0%
54%
14%
2%
1%
Most common first drug experience in South Plainfield, New Jersey?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
17%
3%
3%
7%
2%
4%
11%
3%
11%
10%
20%
9%
Use of drugs and alcohol in South Plainfield, New Jersey schools.
Have you ever gone to school in South Plainfield, New Jersey under the influence of marijuana?
Maybe
No
Yes
7%
91%
2%
Have you ever gone to school in South Plainfield, New Jersey under the influence of alcohol?
Maybe
No
Yes
5%
91%
4%
What is the most common drug used in your school in South Plainfield, New Jersey?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
18%
6%
3%
4%
2%
5%
15%
2%
10%
7%
19%
9%
Your Age?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
6%
32%
40%
22%
Your Gender?
Female
Male
73%
27%
Surveys updated monthly.

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