Alcohol & Drug Treatment

Alcohol Treatment Resources on the Internet

October 18th, 2011

The Journal of the American Medical Association defines alcoholism as a chronic disease that is influenced by genetic predisposition, issues of environment, and mental wellness. Over time and without treatment, alcoholism gets worse, creating fatal health consequences and psychological preoccupation with alcohol that distorts the thinking.

The World Health Organization estimates that about 140 million people throughout the world suffer from alcohol dependence.In the United States and Western Europe, 10 to 20 percent of men and 5 to 10 percent of women at some point in their lives will meet the criteria for alcoholism. That equates to approximately 12% of American adults having had or will have an alcohol dependence problem at some time in their life. Alcoholism takes the lives of more than 37,500 Americans each year according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Up until the 1970s, alcohol abuse and alcohol addiction were classified as criminal acts. According to a study published in American Journal of Drug and Alcohol Abuse, 1995 Nov;21(4):549-63, patients were often arrested for nothing more than being under the influence and held in the “drunk tanks” of county jails until they sobered up. Today suffers have a wealth of resources unheard of in earlier generations and a supportive and understanding treatment community. Treatment usually begins with the process of Alcohol Detoxification.

TREATMENT OPTIONS: I was recently contacted by Alexis Hernandez, Outreach coordinator for RehabInfo (http://www.rehabinfo.net). Their site is dedicated to the following mission:

The goal of these pages is to educate users on an important and potentially dangerous process: detoxifying the body from drugs and alcohol. We are dedicated to providing comprehensive information about the detox process, treatment options and the path to full recovery. These pages are new and I’m putting in a lot of hard work on a larger campaign to help promote responsible information on addiction recovery.

Their site is a treasure trove of information on rehabilitation, alcohol detoxification, drug addiction and all things treatment related. It is obvious that they are dedicated to saving lives and have created a great internet resource.

I have dedicated a large portion of my life supporting alcohol and drug addiction treatment. I believe in it and I have seen first hand the amazing life-changing work done by the dedicated employees of TCN-BHS, Greene County’s Drug and Alcohol Addiction Services provider. Clients who choose to have me defend their DUI case also have a strong proponent of treatment. Please use the following to consider treatment options if you suffer from alcoholism. Call the offices of Charles M. Rowland II at (937) 879-9542 for immediate assistance locally, or check out the pages above for help outside of the Miami Valley.

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Are Gastric Bypass Patients More Susceptible to a DUI?

July 12th, 2011

According to the results of a new study in the February issue of the Journal of the American College of Surgeons, the dramatic changes that occur as a result of gastric bypass surgery can cause some people to overindulge when using alcohol thereby increasing their risk for a DUI.

As cited at by Science Daily (linked HERE):

Studies have shown that gastric bypass patients often find it difficult adjusting to physical and psychological changes after the procedure. An increased risk of depression, alcoholism, and other substance abuse issues for this patient population led researchers to take a more in-depth look at how these patients metabolize alcohol after the procedure. The results of this unique demonstration of alcohol metabolism changes in gastric bypass patients showed that patients who underwent a Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) operation had considerably higher breath alcohol content (BAC) and took significantly more time to return to a sober state after drinking, compared with BAC levels tested prior to having their procedure.

The studies demonstrated that peak BAC after drinking five ounces of alcohol were greatly increased after the operation. “BAC was 0.024 percent at pre-operation and 0.059 percent (p = 0.0003) at three months. Tested again at six months post-operation, the patients’ BAC was 0.088 percent (p = 0.0008) which is more than the legal driving limit of .08 percent.” Id. Obviously, if a person who has had gastric bypass (also called bariatric surgery) decides to drink they should take their body changes into account prior to finding themselves in a position where they drive an automobile.

Understanding the science implicated by bariatric surgery in a DUI case would make for a challenging and interesting case involving forensic toxicology, retrograde extrapolation and other potential scientific defenses. Charles M. Rowland II is Ohio’s only Forensic Sobriety Assessment certified attorney and has experience trying cases involving forensic issues. Ohio DUI attorney Charles M. Rowland II dedicates his practice to defending the accused drunk driver. He has the credentials and the experience to win your case and has made himself Dayton’s choice for DUI defense. Contact Charles Rowland by phone at 937-318-1DUI (937-318-1384), 937-879-9542, or toll-free at 1-888-ROWLAND (888-769-5263). For after-hours help contact our 24/7 DUI HOTLINE at 937-776-2671. For information about Dayton DUI sent directly to your mobile device, text DaytonDUI (one word) to 50500. Follow DaytonDUI on Twitter @DaytonDUI or Get Twitter updates via SMS by texting DaytonDUI to 40404. DaytonDUI is also available on Facebook, www.facebook.com/daytondui. You can also email Charles Rowland at: CharlesRowland@CharlesRowland.com or write to us at 2190 Gateway Dr., Fairborn, Ohio 45324.

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Drug & Alcohol Treatment in the Miami Valley

July 11th, 2011

Where Can I Get Help?

Facing a DUI charge is one of the most traumatic experiences that many people will ever face. Often, facing such a charge will cause serious reflection which may compel you to seek medical treatment for an addiction. An experienced DUI attorney can help by putting you in contact with treatment providers and advising you of what type of treatment requirements you could expect from your case. All cases are different and you should consult an experienced attorney to work in conjunction with your particular issues. Here is a partial list of resources available in the Miami Valley.

MONTGOMERY COUNTY

Center for Alcoholism and Drug Addiction Services
Substance Abuse Services
4100 West 3rd Street VA Medical Center Building 410 3rd Fl
Dayton OH 45428
Phone: (937) 461-5223

Primary Focus: Substance abuse treatment services
Services Provided: Substance abuse treatment
Type of Care: Residential short-term treatment (30 days or less)
Payment Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Payment Assistance: Sliding fee scale based on income and other factors, Payment assistance

Combined Health District Center
Alcoholism and Drug Addiction Services
600 Wayne Avenue Oregon Plaza
Dayton OH 45410
Phone: (937) 461-5223

Primary Focus: Substance abuse treatment services
Services Provided: Substance abuse treatment
Type of Care: Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups: Women
Payment Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
Payment Assistance: Sliding fee scale based on income and other factors, Payment assistance

Day Mont Behavioral Healthcare
Substance Abuse Services
1520 Germantown Street
Dayton OH 45408
Phone: (937) 222-8111 ext. 306

Primary Focus: Mental health and substance abuse services
Services Provided: Substance abuse treatment
Type of Care: Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups: Adolescents, Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Women, Criminal justice clients
Payment Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
Payment Assistance: Sliding fee scale based on income and other factors

Dayton VA Medical Center
Substance Abuse Services
4100 West 3rd Street
Dayton OH 45428
Phone: (937) 268-6511 ext. 2986

Primary Focus: General health services
Services Provided: Substance abuse treatment, Detoxification, Methadone Maintenance, Methadone Detoxification
Type of Care: Residential short-term treatment (30 days or less), Residential long-term treatment (more than 30 days), Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups: Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders
Payment Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance

Eastway Corporation Family Center
Substance Abuse Services
1110 Webster Street
Dayton OH 45404
Phone: (937) 463-2955

Web Site: eastway.org
Primary Focus: Mental health and substance abuse services
Services Provided: Substance abuse treatment
Type of Care: Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups: Adolescents, Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders
Payment Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance
Payment Assistance: Sliding fee scale based on income and other factors, Payment assistance

Integrated Youth Services
Substance Abuse Services
3095 Dayton-Xenia Road
Dayton OH 45434
Phone: (937) 427-3837
Hotline: (937) 603-7849

Primary Focus: Mental health and substance abuse services
Services Provided: Substance abuse treatment
Type of Care: Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups: Adolescents, Criminal justice clients
Payment Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance

Nova House Association
Substance Abuse Services
732 Beckman Street
Dayton OH 45410
Phone: (937) 253-1680

Web Site:novahouse.org
Primary Focus: Substance abuse treatment services
Services Provided: Substance abuse treatment, Halfway house
Type of Care: Residential long-term treatment (more than 30 days), Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups: Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Pregnant/postpartum women, Residential beds for clients’ children, Criminal justice clients
Payment Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance

Project CURE
Substance Abuse Services
1800 North James H McGee Boulevard
Dayton OH 45427
Phone: (937) 262-3500

Primary Focus: Substance abuse treatment services
Services Provided: Substance abuse treatment, Detoxification, Methadone Maintenance, Methadone Detoxification, Halfway house
Type of Care: Residential short-term treatment (30 days or less), Residential long-term treatment (more than 30 days), Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups: Persons with HIV/AIDS, Pregnant/postpartum women, Women
Payment Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
Payment Assistance: Sliding fee scale based on income and other factors, Payment assistance

Turning Point
Miami Valley Hospital
725 South Ludlow Street
Dayton OH 45409
Phone: (937) 208-4673
Hotline: (937) 224-4646

Web Site:miamivalleyhospital.org
Primary Focus: Substance abuse treatment services
Services Provided: Substance abuse treatment
Type of Care: Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups: Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Pregnant/postpartum women
Payment Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance
Payment Assistance: Sliding fee scale based on income and other factors

University Medical Services Association
CAM Outpatient Alcohol and Drug Treatment
1628 Springfield Street
Dayton OH 45403
Phone: (937) 222-2400 ext. 234

Web Site:med.wright.edu
Primary Focus: Mental health and substance abuse services
Services Provided: Substance abuse treatment
Type of Care: Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups: Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders
Payment Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance, Military insurance
Payment Assistance: Sliding fee scale based on income and other factors, Payment assistance

GREENE COUNTY

Greene Hall
Outpatient Services
850 East Xenia Drive
Fairborn OH 45324
Phone: (937) 879-5770

Web Site:greene-memorial.org
Primary Focus: Substance abuse treatment services
Services Provided: Substance abuse treatment
Type of Care: Outpatient
Payment Accepted: Self payment, Medicare, Private health insurance, Military insurance

Integrated Youth Services
Substance Abuse Services
1237 North Monroe Drive Suite 203
Xenia OH 45385
Phone: (937) 374-0830 ext. 204
Hotline:

Primary Focus: Mental health and substance abuse services
Services Provided: Substance abuse treatment
Type of Care: Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups: Adolescents
Payment Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance
Payment Assistance: Sliding fee scale based on income and other factors

TCN Behavioral Health Services Inc
Substance Abuse Services
476 West Market Street
Xenia OH 45385
Phone: (937) 376-8782
Hotline: (937) 376-8701

Primary Focus: Mental health and substance abuse services
Services Provided: Substance abuse treatment
Type of Care: Residential long-term treatment (more than 30 days), Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups: Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Persons with HIV/AIDS
Payment Accepted: N/A
Payment Assistance: Sliding fee scale based on income and other factors

TCN Behavioral Health Services
Substance Abuse Services
600 Dayton-Yellow Springs Road
Fairborn OH 45324
Phone: (937) 376-8700
Hotline: (937) 879-3400

Primary Focus: Mental health and substance abuse services
Services Provided: Substance abuse treatment
Type of Care: Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment
Special Programs/Groups: Persons with HIV/AIDS, Criminal justice clients
Payment Accepted: Self payment
Payment Assistance: Sliding fee scale based on income and other factors, Payment assistance

CLARK COUNTY

Alcohol and Drug Abuse Program for Treatment
Substance Abuse Services
825 East High Street
Springfield OH 45501
Phone: (937) 323-0951

Primary Focus: Mental health and substance abuse services
Services Provided: Substance abuse treatment, Detoxification
Type of Care: Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups: DUI/DWI offenders
Payment Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance, Military insurance

McKinley Hall Men’s Residential Program
Substance Abuse Services
255 East Street
Springfield OH 45505
Phone: (937) 328-5322
Hotline: (937) 328-5300

Primary Focus: Substance abuse treatment services
Services Provided: Substance abuse treatment
Type of Care: Residential short-term treatment (30 days or less), Residential long-term treatment (more than 30 days), Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment
Special Programs/Groups: Men
Payment Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Payment Assistance: Sliding fee scale based on income and other factors, Payment assistance

McKinley Hall Women and Children Program
Substance Abuse Services
1054 East High Street
Springfield OH 45505

Phone: (937) 328-5300

Primary Focus: Substance abuse treatment services
Services Provided: Substance abuse treatment, Detoxification, Halfway house
Type of Care: Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups: Pregnant/postpartum women, Women
Payment Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
Payment Assistance: Sliding fee scale based on income and other factors, Payment assistance

Mercy Memorial Hospital
Mercy REACH
1343 North Fountain Boulevard
Springfield OH 45501
Phone: (937) 390-5338

Web Site:ehealthconnection.com
Primary Focus: Substance abuse treatment services
Services Provided: Substance abuse treatment
Type of Care: Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups: Adolescents, Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Women, Men, Criminal justice clients
Payment Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance, Military insurance

MIAMI COUNTY

Miami County Mental Health Center
Substance Abuse Services
3130 North Dixie Highway
Troy OH 45373
Phone: (937) 335-7166
Hotline: (800) 351-7347

Primary Focus: Mental health and substance abuse services
Services Provided: Substance abuse treatment, Detoxification
Type of Care: Hospital inpatient, Residential long-term treatment (more than 30 days), Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups: Adolescents, Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Women, Men
Payment Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance, Military insurance

Miami County Recovery Council
Substance Abuse Services
1059 North Market Street
Troy OH 45373
Phone: (937) 335-4543

Primary Focus: Substance abuse treatment services
Services Provided: Substance abuse treatment
Type of Care: Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups: Adolescents, Women
Payment Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
Payment Assistance: Sliding fee scale based on income and other factors, Payment assistance

OTHER LOCATIONS IN & AROUND THE MIAMI VALLEY

Catholic Social Services of the Miami Valley
Substance Abuse Services
1201 Fairington Drive
Sidney OH 45365
Phone: (937) 498-4593
Hotline: (800) 351-7347

Primary Focus: Mental health and substance abuse services
Services Provided: Substance abuse treatment
Type of Care: Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups: Adolescents, Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Criminal justice clients
Payment Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance, Military insurance
Payment Assistance: Sliding fee scale based on income and other factors

Community Behavioral Health
Horizon Services
829 Elliot Drive
Middletown OH 45044
Phone: (513) 424-1193

Primary Focus: Substance abuse treatment services
Services Provided: Substance abuse treatment
Type of Care: Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups: Criminal justice clients
Payment Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance, Military insurance
Payment Assistance: Sliding fee scale based on income and other factors, Payment assistance

Consolidated Care
Substance Abuse Services
40 Monument Square
Urbana OH 43078
Phone: (937) 653-5583
Hotline: (800) 224-0422

Web Site:consolidatedcare.com
Primary Focus: Mental health and substance abuse services
Services Provided: Substance abuse treatment
Type of Care: Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups: Adolescents, Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders
Payment Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance, Military insurance

Darke County Recovery Services
Substance Abuse Services
600 Walnut Street
Greenville OH 45331
Phone: (937) 548-6842

Primary Focus: Substance abuse treatment services
Services Provided: Substance abuse treatment
Type of Care: Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups: Adolescents, Women
Payment Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance, Military insurance
Payment Assistance: Sliding fee scale based on income and other factors

Mental Health and Recovery Centers of Clinton County
Substance Abuse Services
1216 West Locust Street
Wilmington OH 45177
Phone: (937) 382-7523

Primary Focus: Mental health and substance abuse services
Services Provided: Substance abuse treatment
Type of Care: Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups: Adolescents, Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Women, Men
Payment Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance, Military insurance
Payment Assistance: Sliding fee scale based on income and other factors, Payment assistance

Mental Health Alcohol and Drug Services for Madison County
Substance Abuse Services
210 North Main Street
London OH 43140
Phone: (740) 852-1372

Primary Focus: Mental health and substance abuse services

Services Provided: Substance abuse treatment

Type of Care: Outpatient

Payment Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance, Military insurance

Payment Assistance: Sliding fee scale based on income and other factors

CREDENTIALS BEYOND THE COURTROOM

In addition to awards and certificates, Charles M. Rowland II has a wealth of real-life experience. He was the 2004 Ohio State Bar Foundation recipient of the Community Service Award for Attorneys under 40 years old. Charles also served as President of the Board of Directors of TCN-BHS, Greene County’s Drug and Alcohol provider from 2003-2005. Charles still serves on the TCN-BHS Board. Charles Rowland is a proud member of the Clark County, Dayton and Ohio State Bar Association and has served as the President of the Greene County Bar Association from 2008-2009.

If you wish to see more addiction services in Ohio, please visit this helpful link: http://alcoholism.about.com/od/tx_oh/Ohio_Treatment_Centers.htm

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3-Day Driver Intervention Programs

April 18th, 2011

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Where Can I Go For My Driver Intervention Program in Dayton, Ohio?

Listed below are some of the regional DRIVER INTERVENTION PROGRAMS that you can choose from, if the program is made a part of your sentence. Consult with Dayton DUI Attorney Charles M. Rowland to determine which 3-day program is best for you.

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Weekend Intervention Program Wright State University
Program Length: 72 Hours
Director: Harvey Siegal
P.O. Box 927
Dayton, OH 45401
Email: harvey.siegal@wright.edu
Phone: 937-775-3050
Fax: 937-775-2629

This program is held at the Best Western-Wright Patterson, 800 North Broad Street, Fairborn, OH 45324 Get Directions

Regional DWI Programs
Program Length: 48 Hours
Director: Jeff Wingard
130 West Second Street First National Plaza, Suite 1444
Dayton, OH 45202
Phone: 937-223-7644
Fax: 937-223-3387

This program is held at the Best Western Dayton Lodge, 2401 Needmore Road, Dayton, OH 45414 Get Directions

ADAPT Driver Intervention Program
Program Length: 72 Hours
Director: James Davis
P.O. Box 2283
Springfield, OH 45501
Phone: 937-323-0951
Fax: 937-323-0951

This program is held at 825 East High Street, Springfield, OH 45505 Get Directions

Addictions Resorce Center Inc.
Program Length: 72 Hours
Director: Lisa Houser-Thomas
P.O. Box 398
Springfield, OH 45501
Phone: 937-323-4722
Fax: 937-322-5317

This program is held at the Comfort Inn Suites, 121 Raydo Dr., Springfield, OH 45505 Get Directions

If you need information on programs in other locations, or programs which are held on a specific weekend, CONTACT Dayton DUI defense attorney Charles M. Rowland II at 937-318-1DUI (318-1384).

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72-Hour Driver Intervention Programs

October 12th, 2010

Where Can I Go For My Driver Intervention Program in the Miami Valley, Dayton, Ohio?

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