Seniors and older adult persons in American Falls are susceptible, and some are even predisposed, to drug addiction just like any other age group. In fact, seniors and older adult persons are already using prescription medications which are also commonly abused. When mixed with street drugs and alcohol, seniors and older adults are at a higher risk of serious health effects and even death. The negative stereotypes associated with addiction may keep certain seniors and older adult persons out of the drug rehabilitation facilities in American Falls that will help resolve their problem. Due to this, there are drug treatment centers which specifically help this age group of the population. These alcohol and drug rehabilitation facilities understand the needs which are peculiar to this age group, and how to treat drug addiction among this particular type of treatment client. Due to the fact seniors and older adult persons are already prone to illness and accidents, it is important that they receive rehab before any sickness or accident occurs because of their alcohol and drug abuse which can lead to permanent if not fatal damage.