Parker, SC Profile

Parker, SC, population 10,760 , is located in South Carolina's Greenville county, about 81.1 miles from Athens and 94.8 miles from Charlotte.

In the 90's the population of Parker has declined by about 3%.

Parker Statistics Parker Gender Information

Males in Parker: 5,136 (48%)
Females in Parker: 5,624 (52%)

As % of Population in Parker in Parker    

Race Diversity in Parker

White: 79%
African American: 17%
Other/Mixed: 4%

As % of Population in Parker in Parker      

Age Diversity in Parker

Median Age in Parker: 35.7 (Males in Parker: 33.8, Females in Parker: 37.8)

Parker Males Under 20: 14%     Parker Females Under 20: 13% Parker Males 20 to 40: 15%     Parker Females 20 to 40: 14% Parker Males 40 to 60: 12%     Parker Females 40 to 60: 12% Parker Males Over 60: 7%     Parker Females Over 60: 12%

Economics in Parker in Parker

Parker Household Average Size: 2.48 people
Parker Median Household Income: $ 25,991
Parker Median Value of Homes: $ 48,500


Parker Location Information
Land Area: 6.8 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Parker City View 1.5 Miles Welcome 1.9 Miles Judson 1.9 Miles Berea 2.4 Miles Sans Souci 2.5 Miles Dunean 2.6 Miles Greenville 3.4 Miles Gantt 3.9 Miles Powderville 4.6 Miles Wade Hampton 7.7 Miles Big Cities Nearest Parker (Population 100,000+) Athens 81.1 Miles Charlotte 94.8 Miles Augusta 99.3 Miles Columbia 100.0 Miles Knoxville 112.9 Miles Atlanta 134.2 Miles Winston-Salem 151.5 Miles Chattanooga 162.5 Miles Greensboro 172.1 Miles Fayetteville 203.1 Miles


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

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



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Are you battling an addiction to drugs or alcohol and live in Parker, South Carolina? Do you have a friend or family member that is addicted to drugs or alcohol in Parker 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 Parker that will be appropriate for your treatment needs.

An Alcohol Rehabilitation or Drug Rehab Program in Parker 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 Parker are Outpatient Addiction Recovery, Long-term Drug Treatment Facilities, Short-term Drug and Alcohol Rehab Facilities, Inpatient Drug Treatment Facilities, support group meetings, drug counseling, halfway houses and sober living.

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

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

Holmesview Center Greenville, SC 1.2 miles from Parker
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Treatment Center
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Clients With Legal Issues, Males, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less, Spanish Speaking, Females
Journey Center Inc Greenville, SC 4.0 miles from Parker
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Recovery 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 4.0 miles from Parker
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehabilitation Program
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 4.0 miles from Parker
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehab Program
Services Offered: Methadone Detoxification, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Phoenix Center for Behavioral Greenville, SC 4.1 miles from Parker
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Addiction Recovery Center
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, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, 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, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Piedmont Treatment Center Inc Greenville, SC 6.2 miles from Parker
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehabilitation and Drug Treatment Facility
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 6.2 miles from Parker
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Don Foster and Associates Inc Greenville, SC 6.3 miles from Parker
Primary Service: Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Marshall I Pickens Hospital Greenville, SC 6.3 miles from Parker
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Treatment Center
Services Offered: Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Hospital Inpatient, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Recovery Concepts of the Carolina Easley, SC 6.4 miles from Parker
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Addiction Recovery Faciltity
Services Offered: Methadone Detoxification, Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Addcare Counseling Inc Greenville, SC 9.2 miles from Parker
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 9.4 miles from Parker
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Treatment Center
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)
Home with a Heart Liberty, SC 14.6 miles from Parker
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Treatment Program
Services Offered: Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment
Anmed Wellspring Williamston, SC 21.1 miles from Parker
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehab Facility
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Hospital Inpatient, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance
Anderson Oconee Counties Anderson, SC 28.3 miles from Parker
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment 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, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Southwest Carolina Treatment Ctr LLC Anderson, SC 28.3 miles from Parker
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Treatment Facility
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Brevard Counseling Center Brevard, NC 28.9 miles from Parker
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Rehabilitation Center
Services Offered: Clients With Legal Issues, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Anderson Oconee Seneca, SC 29.5 miles from Parker
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehabilitation and Drug Treatment Facility
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, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Spartanburg Alc and DA Commission Spartanburg, SC 31.6 miles from Parker
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Faciltity
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 31.6 miles from Parker
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Treatment Program
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment

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

Using Vicodin over a period of several months will cause the effects of the drug to become greater and much more damaging. At first the Vicodin user will endure such effects as constipation, the speeding up or the slowing down of the heart rate, and nausea. As the use continues over time, the negative effects of the drug will begin to increase and intensify, and may include blurred vision, hallucinations and severe confusion.

Because of its potency as a pain killer, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has now allowed physicians to prescribe Methadone for pain.

Many heroin addicts prefer the high that they get from combining Methadone with heroin because the drug drastically increases the euphoric effects of heroin. This, of course, is a deadly combination and many have died from drug overdoses trying to reach this ?ultimate high?.

Marijuana may be mixed in food or brewed as a tea.

Drug abuse also frequently leads to recurring legal problems. Moreover, drug abuse commonly leads to poor health and many other problems. Most importantly, drug abuse and addiction adversely affects the user's peace of mind.

New Mexico had the highest percentage of persons aged 12 or older needing but not receiving treatment for an illegal drug use problem in 2002 (3.5 percent) (Table A.18). The other States in the top fifth were mainly in the West (Alaska, Arizona, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington) or in the Northeast (Rhode Island and Vermont). California had the largest total number of persons aged 12 or older needing but not receiving treatment for an illegal drug use problem, approximately 819,000, or about 13.0 percent of the total for the Nation (see http://www.oas.samhsa.gov/states.htm).


The following survey was completed by residents of Parker, South Carolina as part of the USNODRUGS monitoring program. The survey below is a representation of perceptual drug and alcohol usage rates in Parker, 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 Parker, South Carolina.
Do you believe that using marijuana can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
87%
0%
13%
Marijuana use in Parker, South Carolina.
Have you used marijuana in your lifetime?
No
Yes
88%
12%
Have you used marijuana in the past month?
No
Yes
81%
19%
Do you use marijuana regularly?
Maybe
No
Yes
0%
95%
5%
Perception of Alcohol in Parker, South Carolina.
Do you believe that drinking alcohol can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
2%
2%
96%
Have you had a binge drinking experience in the past month?
No
Yes
90%
10%
Do you consume alcohol daily?
Maybe
No
Yes
3%
92%
5%
How old were you when you first experimented with alcohol?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
0%
6%
66%
28%
What motivated you to use drugs or alcohol for the first time in Parker, 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
3%
27%
2%
4%
5%
2%
46%
1%
0%
10%
Most common first drug experience in Parker, South Carolina?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
21%
4%
2%
6%
3%
5%
14%
4%
8%
7%
19%
7%
Use of drugs and alcohol in Parker, South Carolina schools.
Have you ever gone to school in Parker, South Carolina under the influence of marijuana?
Maybe
No
Yes
11%
87%
2%
Have you ever gone to school in Parker, South Carolina under the influence of alcohol?
Maybe
No
Yes
0%
92%
8%
What is the most common drug used in your school in Parker, 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%
4%
3%
2%
11%
3%
10%
4%
34%
7%
Your Age?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
7%
8%
61%
24%
Your Gender?
Female
Male
57%
43%
Surveys updated monthly.

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