Drug and Alcohol Rehab in Westminster, CO
Known for its livability, Westminster, CO is an award-winning community and leader in parks & rec, technology and sound financial management. Westminster covers 34 square miles and each region has historical landmarks- a testament to the historical town founded in the 1870s. A growing suburban community, Westminster offers excellent schools, a wide choice of housing and public facilities, including treatment for alcohol and drug abuse.
Fighting a drug and alcohol addiction can be scary. It not only affects the addict but can affect those closest to the substance abuser. If you have a friend or family member struggling with an addiction, one of the best ways to help is to create an intervention. If you don't know where to start--we can help. Call us at (866) 578-7471 and our specialists will guide you to create an intervention based on therapy that is compassionate, loving and caring.
One of the dangers of substance abuse addiction is that it can ruin the life of the abuser, and of those closest to them. Substance abusers can be so focused on getting their next fix, they don't think of others and the destruction they leave in their wake.
Colorado has been in the top 15 of states for substance abuse. According to NSSATS in 2010 there were 437 substance abuse treatment centers in Colorado with 40,000 people enrolled. Nearly 2/3's of these were receiving help for alcohol abuse and the rest for other substances.
Westminster has treatment facilities standing by to help you! These include centers for detox, rehab, aftercare and residential facilities. The more help a substance abuser can find, the better their chances for a full recovery and returning to a healthy lifestyle.
To locate substance abuse facilities near you, give us a call at (866) 578-7471.
Consider traveling to another city or state for treatment to get away from the conditions that may cause you to use.
Get Help in Westminster Today!
A couple of helpful tools at your disposal in the ongoing struggle of recovery are 12-step programs and group meetings. The 12-step programs help by empowering you through admitting you are powerless to overcome addiction, and need a higher power to conquer it. 12-steps also help people with accountability and making amends. In group meetings, you gain support from peers just like you who are struggling with a similar substance addiction. You can also find a sponsor through group meetings who will aid you on an individual level in your battle against addiction. Click below to find a meeting near you!
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