Drug and Alcohol Addiction Treatment Resources in Kent, Washington
Kent, Washington, is the sixth largest city in the state of Washington, located in the heart of the Seattle-Tacoma area, just 19 miles south of Seattle and 19 miles North of Tacoma. It is known for such attractions at the Interurban Trail and Saltwater State Park. Even in such a lovely city, however, the epidemic of drug addiction that runs rampant all over America is affecting those who live here.
Opioids have become the most dangerous problem for people all over the country, and Kent, Washington is no exception. Stimulants like methamphetamine and cocaine are also a problem as well as legal substances like alcohol and marijuana, which has just recently beccome legal in the state of Washington.
Substance use disorder is a serious problem that affects millions of people throughout the US. But the good news is that addiction is a disease that can be treated. There are many resources throughout the Kent area that will help those who are struggling with drug and alcohol addiction to get the help they need.
Our Closest Facility
The Recovery Village Ridgefield
888 Hillhurst Rd. Ridgefield, WA 98642
Kent Detox Centers
The first step in anyone’s recovery journey must be detox. The detox process is different for every substance. For those who are addicted to more than one substance, it will also be different. Some substances don’t have many withdrawal symptoms. Some substances only have psychological withdrawal symptoms as opposed to physical withdrawal symptoms.
Regardless of the specific detox process you will need to go through, a detox center can be extremely beneficial. In a detox center, healthcare professionals will be there to medically assist you with any withdrawal symptoms you may be up against.
While many people do choose Kent detox centers, the wiser choice is often a full-service treatment center where treatment programs are available as well as medical detox programs. The Recovery Village Ridgefield is a treatment center that offers inpatient and outpatient programs as well as medically assisted detox programs.
Kent Drug and Alcohol Addiction Treatment Programs
There are numerous choices in terms of substance abuse treatment programs at rehabilitation facilities in Kent, Washington. If you want to know which treatment program will be the best fit for you, it’s a good idea to have a comprehensive understanding of the treatment programs that are available to you.
Residential or Inpatient Treatment Programs
In an inpatient treatment program (which is also sometimes called a residential treatment program), the patient will stay on campus at the facility for 24 hours a day. This program is typically around 30 days. However, some facilities will have longer or shorter programs. Patients may even stay in a facility for six months in some cases.
Therapy (both group and individual), substance abuse classes, healing and recreational activities and educational opportunities are all a part of a residential treatment program. This is also the best option for patients who don’t currently have a stable or drug-free living environment.
Outpatient Treatment Programs
The partial hospitalization program (PHP) is an outpatient program. Patients will participate in all of the same activities as residential patients, but they will go home at night. This option is best for patients who do currently have a stable and safe living environment. It’s also helpful for these patients to have a support system.
Outpatient treatment programs are the most flexible option. Patients that don’t need as intensive care are good candidates for outpatient treatment. While they too participate in all of the same activities as residential and PHP patients, they are only in the facility for 10 to 20 hours during the week. This is not a good option for patients who have a high risk of relapse due to all the flexibility it provides.
Take Time to Heal
Sometimes the best way to heal from drug and alcohol addiction and begin a path to long-term recovery is to get a break from you destructive environment. When you are in a healing environment like The Recovery Village Ridgefield, you can truly devote the time you are here to your own healing.
Opioid-Related Deaths in Washington
OPIOID-
RELATED DEATHS
718
IN
WASHINGTON
There were 718 opioid-related deaths in the state of Washington in 2015, according to The Department of Health. This statistic may seem disturbing. However, it’s also uplifting to consider that millions of people throughout the United States are able to find the healing they need at treatment centers like The Recovery Village Ridgefield. Give us a call today if you need help with drug or alcohol addiction. Don’t become another statistic.
Kent, Washington Recovery Meeting Options
Any effective aftercare plan will involve regular recovery meetings with organizations like Alcoholics Anonymous or SMART Recovery. Fortunately, there are many opportunities to get involved with these groups in Kent, Washington.
- Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings in Kent
- Narcotics Anonymous Meetings in Kent
- SMART Recovery Meetings
- Al-Anon and Nar-Anon Meetings in Kent
Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings in Kent
Everyone knows the standard greeting people give when they introduce themselves in an Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meeting. “Hi, I’m Joe, and I’m an alcoholic.” AA is the most popular and most respected recovery group in the world. One of the most important steps in the 12-step program utilized by AA is admitting that one’s life has become unmanageable and that one is, in fact, an alcoholic. This is where the famous greeting comes from. There are a number of AA meetings in Kent. Here are a few.
Meetings Near Kent, WA
- Kent Early Birds Group
South End Fellowship
321 3rd Ave. S.
Kent, WA 98032 - Solid Sobriety Breakfast Group
Golden Steer Steak n’ Rib House
23826 104th St. SE
Kent, WA 98031 - Kent Lutheran Church
336 2nd Avenue S.
Kent, WA 98092
Narcotics Anonymous Meetings in Kent
The second largest recovery group in the world is Narcotics Anonymous (NA) with meetings in over 130 countries. Using the same 12 steps as Alcoholics Anonymous, NA focuses instead on those who suffer with drug addictions, specifically. The NA meeting is also an open discussion like AA meeting where members can share their strength, experiences and hope. Here are a few options for NA meetings in Kent.
Meetings Near Kent, WA
- Kent Lutheran Church
336 2nd Ave. S.
Kent, WA 98032 - Unity Church of Kent
218 St. Ave. S.
Kent, WA 98032 - New Heights Christian Church
21628 116th Ave. SE
Kent, WA 98031
SMART Recovery Meetings Near Kent
For some people, 12-step groups like Narcotics Anonymous and Alcoholics Anonymous don’t resonate. SMART Recovery might be a better fit for these individuals. SMART Recovery is for anyone who deals with addiction – to drugs, alcohol and even gambling. SMART Recovery focuses more on self-sufficiency and self-reliance. Here are a couple of meetings in the Kent area.
Meetings Near Kent, WA
- Everett Community Justice Center
8625 Evergreen Way
Suite 108
Everett, WA 98208 - Mercer Island Martial Arts
2630 77th Ave. SE
Mercer Island, WA 98040
Al-Anon and Nar-Anon Meetings in Kent
The sister organizations to NA and AA dedicated to the friends, family members, co-workers and loved one of those who suffer from drug or alcohol addiction are called Nar-Anon and Al-Anon. Loving someone who suffers from substance use disorder can be emotionally draining. Sometimes these loved ones need to meet with like-minded individuals for support. Here are some of the options for Nar-Anon and Al-Anon meetings in the Kent area.
Meetings Near Kent, WA
- Nar-Anon
All Saint’s Lutheran Church
27225 Military Rd. S.
Auburn, WA 98001 - Al-Anon
Church of the Holy Spirit
310 3rd Ave. S.
Kent, WA 98032 - Al-Anon
Kent United Methodist Church
11010 SE 248th St.
Kent, WA 98030
Substance Abuse Treatment Resources in Surrounding Communities
There are a number of cities around Kent, Washington, that have a lot of additional substance abuse resources to offer in the form of drug and alcohol rehab, detox centers, recovery meetings and medication-assisted treatment. Here are several cities that you might want to explore.
Renton, Washington
Seattle, Washington
Bellevue, Washington
Redmond, Washington
Tacoma, Washington
Lakewood, Washington
Olympia, Washington
Puyallup, Washington
Areas Served
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98035 - 98042
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98189
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