Ravenswood, West Virginia

Ravenswood, West Virginia, in Jackson county, is 42 miles N of Charleston, West Virginia (center to center) and 96 miles SE of Columbus, Ohio. The city is home to some 4,031 residents.

The People and Families of Ravenswood

In Ravenswood, about 58% of adults are married.

There are more females than males in Ravenswood than is typical. You'll see many senior citizens in the city.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Ravenswood had a median family income of $37,416.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($2,350) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Ravenswood. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Ravenswood Housing

According to the 2000 census, 68% of the housing in Ravenswood was owner-occupied.

Commuting

In Ravenswood, 92% of commuters drive to work.

Nearby Cities and Towns

LocationPop.Median Family
Income (2000)
Ravenswood4,031$37,416
Point Pleasant4,637$33,527
Ripley3,263$37,027

The listings in Ravenswood, West Virginia and surrounding areas provide the following services:

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



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Do you have a problem with drug or alcohol addiction and live in Ravenswood, West Virginia? Are you concerned about a family member in Ravenswood, 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 an Alcohol Treatment or Drug Rehab Center in Ravenswood, suited to your specific treatment needs. You don't have to deal with drug addiction or alcoholism on your own!

An Alcohol Rehabilitation or Drug Rehab Program in Ravenswood, is a good option for the treatment of drug addiction and alcoholism. The goal of an Alcohol Treatment or Drug Rehab Facility in Ravenswood, WV. 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 Addiction Recovery Facilities, Outpatient Drug Rehab Facilities, Short-term Drug Rehab Facilities, Inpatient Drug Rehabs, support group meetings, drug counseling, halfway houses and sober living.

Alcohol Rehab or Drug Rehabilitation Centers in Ravenswood, 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 Ravenswood, West Virginia 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.

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

There are no listings in Ravenswood, WV. so we have provided the 20 closest treatment facilities arranged by distance from Ravenswood, West Virginia:

Options Alternative Program Vienna, WV 20.5 miles from Ravenswood
Primary Service: Drug Rehab and Alcohol Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Parkersburg Treatment Center Parkersburg, WV 21.7 miles from Ravenswood
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehab Center
Services Offered: Methadone Detoxification, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Worthington Center Inc Parkersburg, WV 21.7 miles from Ravenswood
Primary Service: Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Mental Health Services, 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)
Westbrook Health Services Harrisville, WV 23.4 miles from Ravenswood
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehab Facility
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Mental Health Services, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Health Recovery Services Inc Athens, OH 28.2 miles from Ravenswood
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehabilitation and Drug Treatment Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
L and P Services Inc Marietta, OH 32.3 miles from Ravenswood
Primary Service: Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
United Summit Center Gilmer County Big Springs, WV 33.0 miles from Ravenswood
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Treatment Program
Services Offered: American Sign Language, 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)
Marietta Memorial Hospital Marietta, OH 33.5 miles from Ravenswood
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehabilitation and Drug Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, 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)
Washington County Recovery Marietta, OH 33.5 miles from Ravenswood
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Rehabilitation Facility
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Outpatient, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
FACTS New Alternatives Gallipolis, OH 34.0 miles from Ravenswood
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehab Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Males, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Presteras Addiction Recovery Centers Dunbar, WV 43.8 miles from Ravenswood
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Males, Outpatient, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Charleston Area Medical Center Charleston, WV 45.0 miles from Ravenswood
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehab Center
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Hospital Inpatient, Mental Health Services, Seniors/Older Adults
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Charleston Treatment Center Inc Charleston, WV 45.0 miles from Ravenswood
Primary Service: Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Treatment Program
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Methadone Detoxification, Gay and Lesbian, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Morgan Behavioral Health Choices Mc Connelsville, OH 46.3 miles from Ravenswood
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Treatment Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Clients With Legal Issues, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Prestera Center Charleston, WV 47.3 miles from Ravenswood
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Rehabilitation Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Thomas Memorial Hospital South Charleston, WV 48.8 miles from Ravenswood
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Rehab Facility
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Hospital Inpatient, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment, Seniors/Older Adults
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Family Addiction Community Trt Servs Jackson, OH 50.7 miles from Ravenswood
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Treatment Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Males, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Noble Behavioral Health Choices Inc Caldwell, OH 52.0 miles from Ravenswood
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Treatment Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Clients With Legal Issues, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Oasis Behavioral Health Services LLC Barboursville, WV 53.1 miles from Ravenswood
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction 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
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Perry Behavioral Health New Lexington, OH 55.0 miles from Ravenswood
Primary Service: Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Rehab Facility
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Did You Know? ...
Interesting Facts and Statistics:

State percentages for past year dependence on or abuse of alcohol or illegal drugs among persons aged 12 or older ranged from a low of 7.4 percent in Alabama to a high of 12.0 percent in New Mexico. Rhode Island's rate of 29.4 percent was the highest among States for persons aged 18 to 25.

1 out of 4 Americans between the age of 26 and 34 have used cocaine in their lifetime.

An essential aspect about drug abuse is that the substance that is abused can be an illegal drug such as marijuana, inhalants such as model airplane glue, or prescription drugs used improperly such as abusing Vicodin or OxyContin.

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.

Within the last ten years, there has been much media attention given to the abuse of Xanax; the primary abuse of the drug has been well documented.

Among adults, past year prevalence of MDE was associated with race/ethnicity in 2005. The rate of MDE among persons aged 18 or older was lowest among Asians (3.6 percent). Rates for other groups were 10.1 percent among persons reporting two or more races, 9.4 percent among American Indians or Alaska Natives, 7.6 percent among whites, 7.0 percent among Hispanics, and 6.5 percent among blacks


The following survey was completed by residents of Ravenswood, West Virginia as part of the USNODRUGS monitoring program. The survey below is a representation of perceptual drug and alcohol usage rates in Ravenswood, West Virginia. 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 Ravenswood, West Virginia.
Do you believe that using marijuana can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
80%
15%
5%
Marijuana use in Ravenswood, West Virginia.
Have you used marijuana in your lifetime?
No
Yes
76%
24%
Have you used marijuana in the past month?
No
Yes
80%
20%
Do you use marijuana regularly?
Maybe
No
Yes
12%
84%
4%
Perception of Alcohol in Ravenswood, West Virginia.
Do you believe that drinking alcohol can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
5%
10%
85%
Have you had a binge drinking experience in the past month?
No
Yes
97%
3%
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%
2%
64%
27%
What motivated you to use drugs or alcohol for the first time in Ravenswood, West Virginia?
Boredom
Curiousity
Drugs were all around
Family problem
Hopelessness
It was easy to get
None of the above
Peer Pressure
To fit in
Unhappiness
7%
14%
0%
8%
2%
1%
46%
13%
2%
7%
Most common first drug experience in Ravenswood, West Virginia?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
21%
6%
2%
4%
2%
5%
13%
5%
10%
9%
14%
9%
Use of drugs and alcohol in Ravenswood, West Virginia schools.
Have you ever gone to school in Ravenswood, West Virginia under the influence of marijuana?
Maybe
No
Yes
1%
96%
3%
Have you ever gone to school in Ravenswood, West Virginia under the influence of alcohol?
Maybe
No
Yes
12%
82%
6%
What is the most common drug used in your school in Ravenswood, West Virginia?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
18%
6%
3%
8%
2%
3%
15%
2%
8%
9%
16%
10%
Your Age?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
3%
16%
60%
21%
Your Gender?
Female
Male
52%
48%
Surveys updated monthly.

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