Williamstown, West Virginia

Williamstown, West Virginia, in Wood county, is 73 miles N of Charleston, West Virginia (center to center) and 91 miles SE of Columbus, Ohio. The city is conveniently located inside the Parkersburg - Marietta metropolitan area. There are an estimated 2,996 people in Williamstown.

The People and Families of Williamstown

In Williamstown, about 63% of adults are married.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Williamstown had a median family income of $44,189. Williamstown has more than its share of wealthy families and people. The city has a large middle class. You won't find a lot of people in Williamstown living below the poverty line.

Political Inclinations

In the 2004 race for President, George W. Bush was the top recipient of campaign contributions ($200) in Williamstown. Party contributions tended to flow to the Democratic team.

Williamstown Housing

Approximately 78% of housing in Williamstown is owner-occupied.

Commuting

In Williamstown, 94% of commuters drive to work. The commute to work is less of a chore in the city than other cities.

High Points

Williamstown strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in West Virginia):

CategoryTrophy
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. State)
Top 6%Williamstown People in Middle Class or Better
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. State)
Top 7%Williamstown Low Rate of Poverty
Median Family Income
(vs. State)
Top 13%Williamstown Median Family Income
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. State)
Top 15%Williamstown Well-Paid Single Men
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. State)
Top 16%Williamstown Walking and Biking to Work


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

(2) Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services
(18) Outpatient
(12) Teens and Adolescents
(5) Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders
(4) Females
(7) Clients With Legal Issues
(13) American Sign Language
(3) Mental Health Services
(5) Drug/Alcohol Detoxification
(3) Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment
(1) Hospital Inpatient
(1) Methadone Maintenance
(1) Methadone Detoxification
(4) Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders
(2) Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less
(3) Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment
(1) Males
(1) Residential Beds for Children
(1) Halfway House
(1) Seniors/Older Adults



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Are you battling an addiction to drugs or alcohol and live in Williamstown, West Virginia? Do you have a friend or family member that is addicted to drugs or alcohol in Williamstown 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 Treatment Center in Williamstown that will be appropriate for your treatment needs.

A Drug Treatment or Alcohol Rehab Facility in Williamstown 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 Williamstown are Outpatient Drug Rehabilitation Centers, Long-term Treatment, Short-term Drug Rehabilitation Centers, Inpatient Treatment, support group meetings, drug counseling, halfway houses and sober living.

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

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

L and P Services Inc Marietta, OH 4.4 miles from Williamstown
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehab Center
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)
Westbrook Health Services Harrisville, WV 5.6 miles from Williamstown
Primary Service: Drug Rehab and Alcohol Rehabilitation Program
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)
Marietta Memorial Hospital Marietta, OH 6.0 miles from Williamstown
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehab Program
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 6.0 miles from Williamstown
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Center
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
Parkersburg Treatment Center Parkersburg, WV 6.4 miles from Williamstown
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Recovery Facility
Services Offered: Methadone Detoxification, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Worthington Center Inc Parkersburg, WV 6.4 miles from Williamstown
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Faciltity
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)
Options Alternative Program Vienna, WV 7.9 miles from Williamstown
Primary Service: Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Rehab Center
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)
Noble Behavioral Health Choices Inc Caldwell, OH 26.1 miles from Williamstown
Primary Service: Drug Rehab 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
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Morgan Behavioral Health Choices Mc Connelsville, OH 28.9 miles from Williamstown
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Recovery 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, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Health Recovery Services Inc Athens, OH 30.3 miles from Williamstown
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Rehabilitation Program
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)
United Summit Center Gilmer County Big Springs, WV 40.7 miles from Williamstown
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Rehabilitation 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)
Alcohol and Drug Services of Cambridge, OH 46.2 miles from Williamstown
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
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
Perry Behavioral Health New Lexington, OH 46.7 miles from Williamstown
Primary Service: Drug Rehab and Alcohol Rehabilitation Center
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)
Perry Behavioral Health Choices Inc New Lexington, OH 46.7 miles from Williamstown
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Treatment Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Genesis Good Samaritan Medical Center Zanesville, OH 48.8 miles from Williamstown
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Faciltity
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Muskingum Behavioral Health Zanesville, OH 48.8 miles from Williamstown
Primary Service: Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Treatment Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Males, Outpatient, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid
Crossroads Counseling Services Inc Bellaire, OH 55.0 miles from Williamstown
Primary Service: Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Rehab Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Crossroads Counseling Services Belmont, OH 55.0 miles from Williamstown
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehab Facility
Services Offered: Residential Beds for Children, Outpatient, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Rainbow House Inc Gypsy, WV 56.9 miles from Williamstown
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Treatment Program
Services Offered: Halfway House
Northpoint Consulting and Behavioral St. Clairsville, OH 57.5 miles from Williamstown
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Addiction Recovery Faciltity
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Mental Health Services, Outpatient, Seniors/Older Adults
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid

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

Methadone may increase the risk of miscarriage and still births and opiate users in general may give birth to smaller babies.

The percentage of teens who reported that illegal drugs would be easy to obtain was associated with age, with perceived availability increasing with age. For example, in 2006, 20.7 percent of those aged 12 or 13 said it would be fairly or very easy to obtain marijuana compared with 52.9 percent of those aged 14 or 15 and 73.9 percent of those aged 16 or 17.

The percentage disapproving of peers' substance use generally decreased with age. In 2005, disapproval of peers using marijuana once a month or more, for example, was reported by 92.0 percent of teens aged 12 or 13, 81.6 percent of those aged 14 or 15, and 70.9 percent of those aged 16 or 17.

Based on 2004-2006 combined data, the five most often reported reasons for not receiving illegal drug or alcohol use treatment among persons who needed but did not receive treatment at a specialty facility and perceived a need for treatment included (a) not ready to stop using (37.2 percent), (b) no health coverage and could not afford cost (30.9 percent), (c) possible negative effect on job (13.3 percent), (d) not knowing where to go for treatment (12.6 percent), and (e) concern that might cause neighbors/community to have negative opinion (11.0 percent).

Morphine is naturally occurring substance in the opium poppy, and is known to be the principal constituent of opium; the drug can range in concentration from 4 to 20 percent.

Volatile solvents, gases, aerosols and other inhalants are often the first types of drugs that young children use.


The following survey was completed by residents of Williamstown, West Virginia as part of the USNODRUGS monitoring program. The survey below is a representation of perceptual drug and alcohol usage rates in Williamstown, 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 Williamstown, West Virginia.
Do you believe that using marijuana can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
91%
4%
5%
Marijuana use in Williamstown, West Virginia.
Have you used marijuana in your lifetime?
No
Yes
84%
16%
Have you used marijuana in the past month?
No
Yes
84%
16%
Do you use marijuana regularly?
Maybe
No
Yes
3%
94%
3%
Perception of Alcohol in Williamstown, West Virginia.
Do you believe that drinking alcohol can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
16%
4%
80%
Have you had a binge drinking experience in the past month?
No
Yes
83%
17%
Do you consume alcohol daily?
Maybe
No
Yes
8%
90%
2%
How old were you when you first experimented with alcohol?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
9%
23%
40%
28%
What motivated you to use drugs or alcohol for the first time in Williamstown, 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
13%
25%
0%
1%
4%
0%
43%
3%
3%
8%
Most common first drug experience in Williamstown, West Virginia?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
21%
5%
3%
5%
3%
2%
12%
2%
11%
10%
16%
10%
Use of drugs and alcohol in Williamstown, West Virginia schools.
Have you ever gone to school in Williamstown, West Virginia under the influence of marijuana?
Maybe
No
Yes
0%
81%
19%
Have you ever gone to school in Williamstown, West Virginia under the influence of alcohol?
Maybe
No
Yes
7%
86%
7%
What is the most common drug used in your school in Williamstown, West Virginia?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
20%
6%
3%
5%
3%
3%
11%
4%
6%
10%
22%
7%
Your Age?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
1%
7%
70%
22%
Your Gender?
Female
Male
94%
6%
Surveys updated monthly.

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