Cowpens, South Carolina

Cowpens, South Carolina, in Spartanburg county, is 35 miles E of Greenville, South Carolina (center to center) and 56 miles W of Charlotte, North Carolina. The town is included in the Greenville - Spartanburg - Anderson metropolitan area. As of the year 2000 census, 2,279 people lived in Cowpens.

The People and Families of Cowpens

In Cowpens, about 53% of adults are married. Watch out for that stroller! It's hard to swing a rattle in Cowpens without hitting a preschooler.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Cowpens had a median family income of $39,387.

Political Inclinations

Across all electoral races, the Republican party attracted the most donations from Cowpens.

Cowpens Housing

An estimated 69% of living spaces in Cowpens are occupied by their owners, not by renters. Optimists try to see the higher property taxes in the town as a sign of wealth and desirability.

Commuting

In Cowpens, 98% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

Cowpens strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in South Carolina):

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Top 7%Cowpens Racial Diversity


The listings in Cowpens, South Carolina and surrounding areas provide the following services:

(16) Outpatient
(10) Teens and Adolescents
(10) Females
(3) Males
(8) Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders
(8) Clients With Legal Issues
(9) American Sign Language
(1) Mental Health Services
(7) Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders
(3) Spanish Speaking
(7) Drug/Alcohol Detoxification
(3) Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less
(3) Methadone Maintenance
(8) Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services
(2) Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum
(3) Hospital Inpatient
(1) Gay and Lesbian
(3) Seniors/Older Adults
(3) Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment
(1) Methadone Detoxification



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Do you have a problem with drug or alcohol addiction and live in Cowpens, South Carolina? Are you concerned about a family member in Cowpens, 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 Rehab or Alcohol Treatment Facility in Cowpens, suited to your specific treatment needs. You don't have to deal with drug addiction or alcoholism on your own!

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

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

There are no listings in Cowpens, SC. so we have provided the 20 closest treatment facilities arranged by distance from Cowpens, South Carolina:

Cherokee County Commission on Gaffney, SC 6.6 miles from Cowpens
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehab Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Clients With Legal Issues, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Males, Outpatient, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Spartanburg Area Mental Health Center Spartanburg, SC 7.8 miles from Cowpens
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Rehabilitation Facility
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Mental Health Services, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Spartanburg Alcohol and Spartanburg, SC 9.8 miles from Cowpens
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Treatment Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Clients With Legal Issues, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient, Spanish Speaking, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
Spartanburg Alc and DA Commission Spartanburg, SC 9.8 miles from Cowpens
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Recovery Center
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
Spartanburg Treatment Associates Spartanburg, SC 9.8 miles from Cowpens
Primary Service: Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Treatment Program
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Universal Mental Health Services Inc Forest City, NC 18.9 miles from Cowpens
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Addiction Treatment 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, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Phoenix Counseling Center Shelby, NC 20.7 miles from Cowpens
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Recovery Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
New Vistas Behavioral Health Services Spindale, NC 21.8 miles from Cowpens
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehab Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Clients With Legal Issues, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Hospital Inpatient, 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, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Woodridge Psychological Associates Rutherfordton, NC 22.7 miles from Cowpens
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Wellness Training Associates Inc Shelby, NC 22.9 miles from Cowpens
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Recovery Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Gay and Lesbian, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Males, Outpatient, Seniors/Older Adults, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Union County Commission on Union, SC 25.9 miles from Cowpens
Primary Service: Drug Rehab and Alcohol Rehabilitation Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Pavilion International Mill Spring, NC 27.8 miles from Cowpens
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Treatment Center
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less, Seniors/Older Adults, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Pavillon Mill Spring, NC 28.0 miles from Cowpens
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Treatment Program
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Males, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Addcare Counseling Inc Greenville, SC 32.1 miles from Cowpens
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Rehabilitation Facility
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
Carolina Center for Behavioral Health Greer, SC 32.4 miles from Cowpens
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Faciltity
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, 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, Seniors/Older Adults
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicare, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Piedmont Treatment Center Inc Greenville, SC 34.3 miles from Cowpens
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Treatment Center
Services Offered: Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Rosewood House of Recovery Inc Greenville, SC 34.3 miles from Cowpens
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Journey Center Inc Greenville, SC 35.7 miles from Cowpens
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehab Center
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Phoenix Center Greenville, SC 35.7 miles from Cowpens
Primary Service: Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Clients With Legal Issues, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Hospital Inpatient, Outpatient, Spanish Speaking, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
Woodlands Treatment Center LLC Greenville, SC 35.7 miles from Cowpens
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Addiction Recovery Program
Services Offered: Methadone Detoxification, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment

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

Some doses of Ecstasy can cause seizures.

Withdrawal symptoms that are associated with long term inhalant abuse can include weight loss, muscle weakness, disorientation and depression.

In 2001, an estimated 1.7 million (0.7 percent) of Americans aged 12 or older were current cocaine users and 406,000 (0.2 percent) were current crack users.

Among 12 to 17 year olds who had past year MDE in 2008, 37.4 percent had used illegal drugs during the same period. This was higher than the rate of 17.2 percent among teens who did not have past year MDE. Similarly, the rates of past month daily cigarette use and heavy alcohol use were higher for teens with MDE (3.6 and 3.4 percent, respectively) than for teens who did not have MDE (1.8 and 1.8 percent, respectively).

Methamphetamine is a highly addictive stimulant that is used to get high; users cannot stop using the drug without professional assistances in most instances.

The specific drug categories with the largest number of recent initiates among persons aged 12 or older were nonmedical use of pain relievers (2.2 million) and marijuana use (2.1 million), followed by nonmedical use of tranquilizers (1.3 million), then by use of inhalants (0.9 million) and cocaine (0.9 million).


The following survey was completed by residents of Cowpens, South Carolina as part of the USNODRUGS monitoring program. The survey below is a representation of perceptual drug and alcohol usage rates in Cowpens, South Carolina. 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 Cowpens, South Carolina.
Do you believe that using marijuana can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
85%
5%
10%
Marijuana use in Cowpens, South Carolina.
Have you used marijuana in your lifetime?
No
Yes
95%
5%
Have you used marijuana in the past month?
No
Yes
89%
11%
Do you use marijuana regularly?
Maybe
No
Yes
5%
91%
4%
Perception of Alcohol in Cowpens, South Carolina.
Do you believe that drinking alcohol can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
1%
18%
81%
Have you had a binge drinking experience in the past month?
No
Yes
77%
23%
Do you consume alcohol daily?
Maybe
No
Yes
0%
75%
25%
How old were you when you first experimented with alcohol?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
6%
26%
47%
21%
What motivated you to use drugs or alcohol for the first time in Cowpens, South Carolina?
Boredom
Curiousity
Drugs were all around
Family problem
Hopelessness
It was easy to get
None of the above
Peer Pressure
To fit in
Unhappiness
15%
22%
1%
1%
0%
0%
48%
3%
0%
10%
Most common first drug experience in Cowpens, South Carolina?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
17%
3%
2%
3%
3%
3%
11%
4%
11%
5%
31%
7%
Use of drugs and alcohol in Cowpens, South Carolina schools.
Have you ever gone to school in Cowpens, South Carolina under the influence of marijuana?
Maybe
No
Yes
2%
94%
4%
Have you ever gone to school in Cowpens, South Carolina under the influence of alcohol?
Maybe
No
Yes
18%
75%
7%
What is the most common drug used in your school in Cowpens, South Carolina?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
22%
4%
3%
7%
3%
4%
12%
5%
10%
5%
17%
8%
Your Age?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
7%
17%
48%
28%
Your Gender?
Female
Male
86%
14%
Surveys updated monthly.

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