Federal Way, Washington

Federal Way, Washington, in King county, is 19 miles S of Seattle, Washington. The city is located in the Seattle - Bellevue - Everett metropolitan area. Federal Way has a population of 83,259.

The People and Families of Federal Way

In Federal Way, about 53% of adults are married.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Federal Way had a median family income of $55,833. People in Federal Way generally have good earning power.

Political Inclinations

Residents of Federal Way gave more campaign money ($12,885) to George W. Bush than to the other people running for President in 2004. Residents gave more to the Democratic party than any of the others.

Federal Way Housing

Owners occupy 56% of the housing units in Federal Way. The average age of the housing in the city is relatively low. Residents here pay higher tax bills for their homes, which generally means better schools and other local services.

Commuting

In Federal Way, 89% of commuters drive to work. If you visit or move to the city, try the public transportation system.

Nearby Cities and Towns

LocationPop.Median Family
Income (2000)
Federal Way83,259$55,833
Auburn40,314$45,426
Edgewood9,089$64,174
Kent79,524$52,274
Milton5,795$53,732
Pacific5,527$47,694
Sumner8,504$42,602

High Points

Federal Way strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Washington):

CategoryTrophy
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)
Top 5%Federal Way Racial Diversity
Public Transportation Use
(vs. State)
Top 8%Federal Way Public Transportation Use
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. State)
Top 18%Federal Way Well-Paid Single Women


The listings in Federal Way, Washington and surrounding areas provide the following services:

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



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Do you live in Federal Way, Washington and have an addiction to drugs or alcohol? Is someone you know or care about battling drug or alcohol addiction and needs help? Drug and alcohol addiction exists everywhere in society today, and when an individual is caught up in addiction it can seem that there is no way out. There is in fact a way out, and it can be found at an Alcohol Treatment or Drug Rehabilitation Facility in Federal Way.

A Drug Treatment or Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility in Federal Way treats drug addiction and alcoholism by teaching the individual how to overcome problems in life with real solutions, and that drugs and alcohol are not the answer. This can empower the individual, and put them in a position to start winning and achieving their goals. The end result of treatment at an Alcohol Rehab or Drug Treatment Program in Federal Way would be the individual being able to work their way through life and its obstacles, without the need or desire to use drugs or alcohol.

Due to the varying needs of individuals seeking treatment, there are a number of treatment programs available in Federal Way to care for someone addicted to drugs and/or alcohol. There are Short-term Drug and Alcohol Rehab Programs, Inpatient Rehab Centers, Long-term Drug Rehabs, Outpatient Drug and Alcohol Rehab Centers, support group meetings, drug counseling, halfway houses and sober living.

Treatment at a Drug Rehabilitation or Alcohol Treatment Center in Federal Way will hone in on the two main causes of addiction, physical and psychological. Over time, the individual's brain adapts to the use of a psychoactive substance, lessening the effect of the drug. Physical tolerance develops as a result. The person ends up having to take more and more drugs or alcohol to try and get back to that first initial high that got them hooked.

Upon commencing treatment, an individual will address the physical aspect of addiction by taking part in a detoxification program in Federal Way, Washington, which will get him through the uncomfortable withdrawal symptoms that are caused by abrupt cessation of a substance. Withdrawal symptoms can typically last for days, weeks or months depending on the type of substance you're dealing with. Heroin withdrawal for example may take quite some time to get through, and is particularly painful. Detoxification along with psychological counseling will get the individual in the right frame of mind to start addressing the psychological issues that are involved with the addiction to drugs or alcohol. This method greatly increases the individual's chances of a successful recovery and prevents relapse.

An Alcohol Treatment or Drug Rehab Center in Federal Way, WA. offers a sane environment that is conducive to a successful recovery from drug and alcohol addiction. The individual will be taught how to properly handle life situations and control their own behavior in response to their environment. When the individual returns home following treatment, he will do so with a new mindset on how to engage with friends, family etc. The influences which may have triggered addiction in the individual will not have the same power over him. As part of treatment the individual will have addressed these psychological stressors as a priority and they will no longer have an effect on him.

Studies have shown that an individual who is addicted to drugs and alcohol shows changes in their brain, specifically the way it functions and responds to situations. This is an important reason that professional help at an Alcohol Treatment or Drug Rehab Facility in Federal Way, WA. is the best option to try and beat addiction.

Someone who is caught up in the destructive cycle of addiction is up against a lot, the odds may seem against him. But they aren't if he pursues treatment at a Drug Treatment or Alcohol Rehabilitation Center in Federal Way, WA. Treatment exists so that the addict is given the best chance at a successful recovery from drug and alcohol addiction. There is hope for you or someone you care about. Addiction has a cure, and treatment at a Drug Treatment or Alcohol Rehab Facility in Federal Way is that cure. Don't wait another minute to get the help you deserve.

Getting Help

Call toll free 855 Stop-Drugs (855-786-7378) and speak to a professional Registered Addiction Specialist or simply fill out the Federal Way, Washington Alcohol Rehabilitation or Drug Rehab Program request form and counselor will contact you shortly.

There are 5 local Alcohol Rehabilitation and Drug Rehab Programs in Federal Way, Washington. We have also provided 15 additional Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Facilities that are closest geographically to Federal Way:

CRC WCHS Federal Way, WA
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Recovery Facility
Services Offered: Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Intercept Associates Federal Way, WA
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Clients With Legal Issues, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Lakeside Milam Recovery Centers Inc Federal Way, WA
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Newlife Family Services Federal Way, WA
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehab Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Gay and Lesbian, Males, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Seniors/Older Adults, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Valley Cities Counseling Consultation Federal Way, WA
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Rehab
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, 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, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
Serenity Counseling Services Tacoma, WA 5.3 miles from Federal Way
Primary Service: Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Treatment Program
Services Offered: Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Alcohol Drug Services of WA Auburn, WA 6.1 miles from Federal Way
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Center
Services Offered: Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
All About Choices LLC Auburn, WA 6.1 miles from Federal Way
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Assessment Treatment Associates Inc Auburn, WA 6.1 miles from Federal Way
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Rehabilitation Facility
Services Offered: Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Future Visions Program Inc Auburn, WA 6.1 miles from Federal Way
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Recovery Program
Services Offered: Clients With Legal Issues, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Sound Mental Health Auburn, WA 6.1 miles from Federal Way
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehab Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance, Access to Recovery
Western Washington Alcohol and Drug Auburn, WA 6.1 miles from Federal Way
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Addiction Recovery Center
Services Offered: Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Northwest Resources One LLC Des Moines, WA 6.2 miles from Federal Way
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Rehab
Services Offered: Clients With Legal Issues, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Sea Mar Residential Alcohol Drug Trt Des Moines, WA 6.2 miles from Federal Way
Primary Service: Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance, Access to Recovery
Future Visions Auburn Auburn, WA 6.3 miles from Federal Way
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Lakeside Milam Recovery Centers Inc Auburn, WA 6.3 miles from Federal Way
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Dotters Counseling Service Inc Puyallup, WA 6.6 miles from Federal Way
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehab Program
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Center Main Facility Tacoma, WA 6.6 miles from Federal Way
Primary Service: Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
Community Counseling Institute Inc Tacoma, WA 6.6 miles from Federal Way
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Recovery Facility
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, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Pierce County Alliance Tacoma, WA 6.6 miles from Federal Way
Primary Service: Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Treatment Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid

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

The biggest red flag in terms of the symptoms of Xanax addiction is when the individual is seeking early renewals of the original prescription; illegal users of Xanax will often go to many different doctors to obtain more of the drug.

Among teens, different age groups engaged in the use of different types of illegal drugs in the past month. Among 12 or 13 year olds, 1.7 percent used prescription-type drugs nonmedically, 1.5 percent used inhalants, and 0.9 percent used marijuana. Among 14 or 15 year olds, marijuana was the dominant drug used (5.9 percent), followed by prescription-type drugs used nonmedically (2.8 percent) and inhalants (1.2 percent). Marijuana also was the most commonly used drug among 16 or 17 year olds (13.6 percent), followed by prescription-type drugs used nonmedically (5.4 percent), hallucinogens (1.7 percent), cocaine (1.2 percent), and inhalants (1.0 percent).

The rate of substance dependence or abuse for boys aged 12 or older in 2008 was nearly twice as high as the rate for girls (11.5 vs. 6.4 percent). Among teens aged 12 to 17, however, the rate of substance dependence or abuse was higher among girls than boys (8.2 vs. 7.0 percent).

Past 30 day illegal drug use in 2008 was higher among adults aged 18 or older with SPD (19.6 percent) than among adults without SPD (7.3 percent). Past 30 day use of illegal drugs other than marijuana in 2008 was higher among adults with SPD (12.3 percent) than among adults without SPD (2.9 percent).

Many of the effects of amphetamines are similar to cocaine.

The inhalant abuse of nitrates can cause suppressed immunologic function and increase the risk of injury to red blood cells which would subsequently interfere with the oxygen supply to the vital tissues.


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 Federal Way:

As Bill Sees It
Lutheran Church
2501 Sw 320th St
Federal Way, Washington 98023

AA Meeting Days and Times
Friday, 8:00 PM

Brown Bag Lunch
Methodist Church
150 S 356th
Federal Way, Washington 98003

AA Meeting Days and Times
Wednesday, 12:00 PM
Friday, 12:00 PM
Monday, 12:00 PM
Thursday, 12:00 PM
Tuesday, 12:00 PM

Camelot Square
Camelot Recreation Hall
3001 S 288th Federal Wy
Federal Way, Washington 98003

AA Meeting Days and Times
Thursday, 7:30 PM

Do It Together
Light Of Christ Church
2400 Sw 344th St
Federal Way, Washington 98023

AA Meeting Days and Times
Monday, 8:00 PM
Thursday, 8:00 PM

Eycel (russian Speaking)
33309 1st Way S
Federal Way, Washington 98003

AA Meeting Days and Times
Thursday, 6:00 PM

Federal Way
Wayside Church
2000 Sw Dash Point Rd
Federal Way, Washington 98023

AA Meeting Days and Times
Friday, 8:00 PM

Federal Way Big Book Study
Light Of Christ Church
2400 Sw 344th St
Federal Way, Washington 98023

AA Meeting Days and Times
Monday, 7:30 PM

Federal Way Men's Stag Study
Church Of Christ
30012 Military Rd S
Federal Way, Washington 98003

AA Meeting Days and Times
Monday, 6:30 PM

Federal Way Saturday Men's Stag
Chich Of Good Shepherd
345 S 312th
Federal Way, Washington 98003

AA Meeting Days and Times
Saturday, 9:00 AM

Federal Way Stag
Steel Lake Presbyterian Church
1829 S 308th
Federal Way, Washington 98003

AA Meeting Days and Times
Thursday, 7:30 PM

Federal Way Study
Calvary Lutheran Church
2415 S 320th
Federal Way, Washington 98003

AA Meeting Days and Times
Tuesday, 8:00 PM

Federal Way Sunday Step
Lutheran Church
2501 Sw 320th St
Federal Way, Washington 98023

AA Meeting Days and Times
Sunday, 7:00 PM

Federal Way Women
Lutheran Church
2501 Sw 320th St
Federal Way, Washington 98023

AA Meeting Days and Times
Monday, 7:00 PM

Federal Wy Tues Stag
Wayside Church
2000 Sw Dash Point Rd
Federal Way, Washington 98023

AA Meeting Days and Times
Tuesday, 7:00 PM

Freedom In Sobriety
Denny's
2132 S 320th
Federal Way, Washington 98003

AA Meeting Days and Times
Saturday, 8:30 AM

Healing Time
33919 9th Ave S
Federal Way, Washington 98003

AA Meeting Days and Times
Wednesday, 7:00 PM
Saturday, 7:00 PM

Healthy Women
Chich Of Good Shepherd
345 S 312th
Federal Way, Washington 98003

AA Meeting Days and Times
Sunday, 7:30 PM

Peace In Every Step
All Saints Church
2nd Ave N & Blaine
Federal Way, Washington 98003

AA Meeting Days and Times
Saturday, 11:00 AM

Sober On Saturday - Big Book Study
Nine Lakes Baptist Church
1636 S 330th
Federal Way, Washington 98003

AA Meeting Days and Times
Saturday, 8:00 PM

Sunlight Of The Spirit
Chich Of Good Shepherd
345 S 312th
Federal Way, Washington 98003

AA Meeting Days and Times
Saturday, 10:00 PM

Wed Night Women In Recovery
Church Of Christ
30012 Military Rd S
Federal Way, Washington 98003

AA Meeting Days and Times
Wednesday, 7:30 PM

Wednesday Step
Chich Of Good Shepherd
345 S 312th
Federal Way, Washington 98003

AA Meeting Days and Times
Wednesday, 8:00 PM
The following survey was completed by residents of Federal Way, Washington as part of the USNODRUGS monitoring program. The survey below is a representation of perceptual drug and alcohol usage rates in Federal Way, Washington. 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 February 1, 2012
Perception of marijuana in Federal Way, Washington.
Do you believe that using marijuana can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
83%
5%
12%
Marijuana use in Federal Way, Washington.
Have you used marijuana in your lifetime?
No
Yes
98%
2%
Have you used marijuana in the past month?
No
Yes
90%
10%
Do you use marijuana regularly?
Maybe
No
Yes
4%
91%
5%
Perception of Alcohol in Federal Way, Washington.
Do you believe that drinking alcohol can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
2%
8%
90%
Have you had a binge drinking experience in the past month?
No
Yes
94%
6%
Do you consume alcohol daily?
Maybe
No
Yes
19%
78%
3%
How old were you when you first experimented with alcohol?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
0%
35%
43%
22%
What motivated you to use drugs or alcohol for the first time in Federal Way, Washington?
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%
17%
2%
5%
6%
2%
42%
12%
2%
6%
Most common first drug experience in Federal Way, Washington?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
18%
5%
2%
4%
2%
4%
15%
2%
11%
5%
23%
9%
Use of drugs and alcohol in Federal Way, Washington schools.
Have you ever gone to school in Federal Way, Washington under the influence of marijuana?
Maybe
No
Yes
1%
96%
3%
Have you ever gone to school in Federal Way, Washington under the influence of alcohol?
Maybe
No
Yes
7%
91%
2%
What is the most common drug used in your school in Federal Way, Washington?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
18%
3%
2%
4%
2%
3%
15%
3%
10%
6%
24%
10%
Your Age?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
2%
31%
45%
22%
Your Gender?
Female
Male
52%
48%
Surveys updated monthly.

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