Tennessee Free Rehab Centers
License plates in Tennessee proudly proclaim it the “Volunteer State” because of the volunteer soldiers who fought so bravely in the past. This valor remains valued to this day. You are also showing valor in continuing to struggle against your addiction because that is an epic battle. It’s also a battle you can’t fight on your own. You will win if you have support and guidance, which TN Free Rehabs provide. The professional programs use appropriate interventions that help you get through detox and begin a recovery that you can continue when you exit treatment. You have the courage it takes to reach out for help. Call 800-934-7205 (Who Answers?) today to learn more about your treatment options. You can also explore local options by clicking on the names of cities in the list below.
According to the ONDCP, in the years of 2007 and 2008, the number of Tennessee residents who reported past-month illicit drug use was the same as that of the national average. Since then, the numbers have dropped somewhat although they still hover around the same amount––7.07 and 8.82 respectively (ONDCP). Still, there are other concerns for Tennessee residents about the possibility of drug abuse and addiction in the state.
As stated by SAMHSA, “Abuse of prescription opioids is the number one drug problem for Tennesseans receiving state-funded treatment services.” These numbers are corroborated by the ONDCP, which states, over 40% of all primary drug treatment admissions in 2010 were associated with other opioids (including oxycodone, fentanyl, morphine, hydrocodone, etc.). In addition, “Almost 250,000 Tennesseans older than 12 reported abusing prescription opioids in 2009” (SAMHSA).
This type of drug abuse syndrome can be extremely dangerous for users. It may be why, “in 2009, the drug-induced death rate in Tennessee was significantly higher than the national average,” 15.9 per 100,000 population to 12.8 per 100,000 respectively. Opioid abuse can lead to severe respiratory depression which is even more risky when an individual mixes opioids and alcohol (as many users are likely to do). Tennesseans need reliable rehabilitation treatment for individuals suffering from opioid, marijuana, and stimulant abuse (three of the most highly abused drugs in the state). Unfortunately, many treatment facilities are extremely expensive.
The United States Census Bureau states 17.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Because of this, many recovering drug abusers in the state cannot afford the expensive, private treatment facilities that provide roomy accommodations and extra amenities like a swimming pool, holistic treatments, and specialized meals.
Fortunately, Tennessee has a number of free rehab clinics where individuals who cannot afford to attend treatment at a more expensive facility can receive all the necessary help such as
- Medication for withdrawal relief and (if applicable) addiction treatment
- Therapy sessions, both group and individual
- Therapy and medical treatment for co-occurring mental disorders which are extremely common in cases of addiction
- A caring medical staff
- Medical testing (including drug tests, HIV and hepatitis testing, and other necessary tests which will inform treatment protocol)
- 24-hour care (if applicable)
- Aftercare transition help and options
- Job counseling, resume building, and other financially-based services
- Legal help
- Housing help
These facilities exist all across the state, in Nashville, Knoxville, Newport, Savannah, and Dickson to name several areas, and listed above are the addresses and phone numbers of each of them.
The median household income for Tennesseans is nearly $9,000 below the national average, making the state one of those which benefits most directly from essential programs like these (US Census Bureau). While many individuals are struggling with the abuse of opioid drugs which causes dangerous side effects and strong addiction syndromes, there are places where they can find help in this state at no cost.
According to the NIDA, “Drugs of abuse alter the brain’s structure and function, resulting in changes that persist long after drug use has ceased.” However, with the help of proper treatment made readily available, drug abusers can more easily obtain a long lasting and healthy recovery.