The U.S. has been battered and bruised by the addiction epidemic for more than 20 years now. From the OxyContin crisis of the early 2000s to fentanyl and xylazine — it’s been a rollercoaster ride. Sadly, New York seems to have taken more punishment than many other states.

This is a beautiful part of the state to live in. Mature forestland and wildlife abound, the Hudson River and Tappan Zee lie to the east and the New Jersey border sits to the south and southwest. Rockland County, NY has had its fair share of confrontations with addiction too. Whether you’re in Orangeburg or Stony Point, chances are that if you haven’t faced the need for addiction treatment in your own household — you have a neighbor who has.

Sadly, neither natural beauty nor high property values can protect anyone in Rockland County from the wrath of addiction. Substance use disorders do not discriminate. They do not care how well-educated you are or what sort of family you come from. So, yes, addiction has found a home in Rockland County — but so has recovery. We’re not taking alcoholism and substance use disorders lying down. Rather we rise to the challenge.

If you’re struggling with a substance use disorder in Rockland County, NY — North Jersey Recovery Center can help. Whether it’s you or someone you love grappling with addiction, one phone call to (877) 790-5873 can get you the help you deserve.

Addressing a substance use disorder is a must. No matter how minor a person living with addiction may imagine their problem is — it should never be underestimated. Dependence on alcohol or drugs is rarely a static condition. It’s constantly evolving, and almost always for the worst.

The substance use disorder treatment options for people in Rockland County vary from state-funded programs like Charles K. Post Addiction Treatment Center in Long Island to private dual-diagnosis addiction treatment centers like North Jersey Recovery Center about 20 miles south of Rockland County.

Choosing an alcohol and drug rehab center can feel a little overwhelming. That’s especially true since people often find themselves searching for a treatment center during a crisis, at the end of an intervention, or in other emotionally charged situations.

Here are a few things to consider that can make choosing a rehab easier:

The Patient’s Needs
Might this person have a co-occurring mental health issue along with substance abuse? For example, alcoholism and depression or opioid dependency and PTSD. Undertanding if they need just a detox center, alcohol counseling or are actually struggling with overlapping addiction and mental health issues is key to proper care. If so, you should choose a dual-diagnosis treatment center near Rockland County. Dual-diagnosis rehabs can treat both addiction and mental health disorders together.

Available Resources
Does the person have private health insurance and/or the means to pay for private treatment? If so, they will have access to high-quality care at a comfortable private rehab nearby. If the person has New York State Medicaid or limited resources, they are still entitled to good addiction treatment. The New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports can be instrumental in finding them help.

The Person’s Age and Lifestyle
With younger people, it is often better for them to attend treatment some distance from their home in Rockland County. When a patient goes to rehab a short drive from home, the temptation to leave prematurely can be a problem. NJRC is particularly well-located for people in Rockland County seeking drug and alcohol treatment because we’re close enough to be convenient — but far enough away from people, places, and things that may pull the patient back into addictive behaviors.

There is no doubt that addiction can be a harrowing experience. Not only for the sufferer but for the people who love them. They say addiction is “cunning, baffling and powerful” and we don’t disagree. But treatment at a certified detox center for substance abuse is more effective than it has ever been. Addiction care has made tremendous strides in just the past 10-15 years.

We are seeing more people stay sober longer than ever before. Aftercare and post-treatment planning and support at programs like NJRC are some of the keys to these improvements. But one factor in successful recovery from addiction remains the same:  You must make the first move. 

You or the person you love deserve the best substance abuse treatment available — that is what you will find at North Jersey Recovery Center.

Change begins with action. Call us now.  (877) 790-5873