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Help for Older Adults

Older Adults May Need Support
for Drug Treatment or Alcohol Treatment

The professional staff at Gateway Alcohol and Drug Rehab design innovative, effective and affordable drug rehab and alcohol treatment to serve the special needs of older adults, 55 and older and their families.

The signs of alcohol abuse and medication dependence in adults 55 and older are different from a younger person. They often drink at home alone so no one notices the severity of the substance abuse.

Many older adults or seniors are retired, so they don't have work-related problems due to alcohol or drug abuse. They drive less, so there's less opportunity for them to get arrested for driving under the influence.

Older Adult Substance Abuse Test

The following signs and symptoms are typical of older adults or seniors requiring drug rehab or alcohol treatment:

Please answer every question. If a question is not applicable, select No.

Your test results are below. Call a Gateway Assessment and Intake Specialist to get the help you need.

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Drinks alone, hidden from others. Makes a ritual of having drinks before, with or after dinner. Becomes annoyed when this ritual is disturbed. Has lost interest in activities and hobbies that used to bring pleasure. Drinks in spite of warning labels on prescription drugs. Suffers from alcohol-related health problems. Has bottles of tranquilizers on hand and takes them at the slightest sign of disturbance. Is often intoxicated or slightly tipsy, and sometimes has slurred speech. Suffers from tremors and shakes. Drinks despite health problems. Frequently expresses a wish to die. Often has the smell of liquor on his or her breath or uses mouthwash to disguise it. Is neglecting personal appearance and gaining or losing weight. Complains of constant sleeplessness, loss of appetite or chronic health problems that seem to have no physical cause. Has unexplained burns or bruises and tries to hide them. Neglects home, bills, pets, etc. Can’t handle routine chores and paperwork without making mistakes. Has irrational or undefined fears and delusions, or seems under unusual stress. Seems to be losing his or her memory. Appears to be depressed. Has problems with urinary incontinence. Suffers from heart arrhythmia.

 

For help or to schedule a free confidential screening, call 877-321-RECOVER (877-321-7326).