Lamar County in Texas is not so big, or famous. Its largest city is Paris, which is the seat of the state. It is called Paris because of the replica of the Eiffel Tower. Members of the welders’ union built the so-called tower in 1993.
The county has a higher adult smoking rate than the state. And, the alcohol or drug-related imprisonment rate is also high.
According to the statistics, 88.8% tried heroin once or twice. More than 72% smoke cigarettes more than a pack per day. And, 45.13% use alcohol at least twice a week.
Despite the number of addicts, there are few rehabs in Lamar County. But you can find one near you that offers the treatment method you need.
You can learn more about the centers near the county by calling (866) 930-4752 or (866) 455-3875.
So, your first step should be finding a good therapist. He will help you to define the substance abuse level. Sometimes when you refer to the center, they have a good one to help you choose a proper method for you. So, take into consideration this fact, too.
For those who have decided to change their life and start from a new page, you will have to pass through a long and challenging path. Lamar County Rehabs offer the following services:
In the centers, you can choose between inpatient or outpatient detox programs.
Of course, the therapists will offer you to stay in the clinic. It may be tough to pass through the process alone. Depending on your assessment, it may take 3 to 7 days.
But sometimes because of work or family issues, it may be impossible for the patients to stay in clinics. It is also more expensive than the outpatient detox program.
It is the most common method that therapists suggest. It gives the best results.
Patients live in rehab centers for 30 days. During this time, they attend group and individual therapies and are under care 24/7.
If a 30-day recovery program is not enough and you feel that you need more time, you can continue with long-term inpatient treatment. It may last up to 90 days. But it may be expensive for many of you.
If the patient feels that he can keep himself after the detoxification, they choose an outpatient recovery program. It is cheaper and may be convenient if you are working. During the rehabilitation, you and your family members receive the following services:
The last one is for those who have dual diagnoses. This means that drug or alcohol abuse causes mental breakdowns or depression.
If you have dual diagnoses after rehab center, you may move to the mental health care center.
Addiction among teenagers is a big problem in the county. Everything starts from the first try. If there is a teenager with substance abuse in the family, it can be hard to overcome the problem for all family members.
That’s why therapy sessions are made for both addicts and their family members.
Firstly you will choose a good center that works with teenagers. Secondly, you will have to force your teenager to live there and complete rehabilitation.
During this time, the family members will pass sessions to learn how to treat and behave with them after the addict returns home.
As Lamar is not a wealthy county, there are centers that offer free rehab programs.
But if you have to pay for your rehabilitation, you may apply to your health insurance provider to cover the costs partially or the whole amount.
For the 30-day inpatient rehab program, the prices start from $6,000. The costs of outpatient programs depend on the number of therapies.