Jacksonville Drug & Alcohol Rehab, Detox & Treatment Resources
Substance use disorder is a disease that affects millions of Americans. In 2015, opioid misuse alone led to 30,000 deaths nationwide. Unfortunately, drug and alcohol addiction has not spared major cities like Jacksonville. According to News 4 Jax, Jacksonville overdose deaths were up 72 percent in 2016.
Opioid misuse is an epidemic in Florida. In 2015, the drug fentanyl alone took 289 Floridian lives. Opioid addiction can destroy lives and families. Those who are in the clutches of addiction may feel trapped, like there is no way out.
The stigma associated with addiction in this country has made it difficult for those who are suffering to seek the treatment they need. We know that addiction is a disease, just like any other chronic illness. Those who are suffering from substance use disorder deserve to get the best treatment possible to live healthy lives.
633 Umatilla Blvd. Umatilla, FL 32784
(888) 679-9389
Commonly Abused Drugs in Jacksonville, FL
Drug and alcohol addiction is a national issue that often hits close to home in Florida. With the prevalence of illicit drugs like heroin, cocaine, and meth, there is an increased need for resources to help combat substance use disorder.
In a residential or inpatient treatment program, the patient will have 24/7 access to necessary medical care. The patient will have completed any needed detox before entering this level of treatment usually. This type of treatment program is the best fit for patients with a severe addiction or patients who do not currently have access to a stable living situation.
A partial hospitalization program (PHP) offers a little more flexibility. The patient still participates in therapy, classes, etc., but he or she stay at home overnight. This is a good fit for patients who have work commitments or family commitments. The patient will need to complete any necessary detox prior to beginning this treatment program.
In an outpatient program, the patient is allowed to live at home or in on-campus housing. An outpatient treatment program is a good fit for the patient who does not have as sever of an addiction, the patient who has already completed a residential or partial hospitalization program and/or someone who does not require medical detox.
The ideal treatment program for you will largely depend upon your unique situation. Everyone requires a different rehabilitation plan. One of the benefits of a national treatment center is that there are addiction specialists on staff who can determine what the best course of action is for you. They will assess your situation and formulate an individualized plan for your recovery.
Detox Centers
In Jacksonville, there are several options for detox centers. Medical detox is the first step in getting clean or sober. You need to eliminate harmful and toxic substances from your body before you can really begin to recover.
It should be noted, however, that a detox center without a treatment program is not a good idea. While it is important to complete the necessary detox, the real work of recovery begins when you enroll in a treatment program. It is there that you will be able to do the psychological and emotional work to combat your substance use disorder.
One of the benefits of leveraging the power of a nationwide facility is access to a detox program as well as the necessary treatment program. That way, you will be able to take all of the necessary first steps on your path to recovery in the same facility.
Recovery Meetings Near You
Joining a recovery program near you is absolutely essential to having a good aftercare plan. The hard work of recovery is not finished when the treatment program ends. It is important to attend meetings regularly.
Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who have all battled with alcoholism. They meet to share their experiences and support each other in getting and staying sober. The only requirement for membership is the desire to stop drinking. This is the most popular and trusted recovery group, and its members have a high success rate. Regardless of where you completed alcohol treatment, Jacksonville offers several AA meetings to help you stay sober, including:
St. Nicholas Group
3134 Beach Blvd.
Jacksonville, FL 32207
Westside Group
4615 Lexington Ave.
Jacksonville, FL 32210
Q Branch Group
11265 Alumni Way
Jacksonville, FL 32246
Narcotics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who are overcoming addiction to narcotics. NA uses the same 12 steps as AA, asking its members to look to a higher power to give them the strength to stay clean, one day at a time. Like AA, NA members are asked to go through the 12 steps with a sponsor, but the only requirement for membership is a desire to stop using drugs. If you recently completed drug treatment, Jacksonville’s NA meetings can help you stay on the right path for a lifetime.
NA
25 Cottage Ave.
Jacksonville, FL 32206
Clara White Mission
613 West Ashley St.
Jacksonville, FL 32202
RF Kennedy Center
1133 Ionia St.
Jacksonville, FL 32206
SMART Recovery is an alternative to the 12-step programs like AA and NA. It is similar to those programs in that it focuses on recovery and is best suited to those who have already been through inpatient or outpatient treatment programs, but it is different from NA and AA because instead of seeking help from a higher power, it encourages its members to rely on themselves. SMART Recovery focuses on self-empowerment. There are several meetings in the Jacksonville area.
Beaches Recovery
25 Cottage Ave.
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32206
Sulzbacher Center
390 16th Avenue S.
Jacksonville, FL 32250
Beaches Recovery
390 16th Ave. S.
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
Having a loved one — whether it is a spouse, mother, father, child, sibling or friend — who is struggling with substance use disorder is not easy. These people need support from others who understand what they are going for. Al-Anon and Nar-Anon are groups that are for the loved ones of alcoholics and drug addicts (whether or not they are currently in recovery). There are several Al-Anon and Nar-Anon meetings in Jacksonville.
Al-Anon
Pablo Creek Library
13295 Beach Blvd.
Jacksonville, FL 32246
Nar-Anon
Shepherd of the Woods Lutheran Church
390 16th Avenue S.
Jacksonville, FL 32250
Al-Anon
400 Penman Rd.
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
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