Seniors and older adults in Bow, New Hampshire are prone, and some are even predisposed, to alcohol and drug abuse much in the same way as any other individual. In fact, seniors and older adults are already typically on prescription drugs which can also be abused. When combined with illicit drugs and alcohol, seniors and older adult persons are at a higher risk of severe health consequences and even death. The social stigmas associated with drug or alcohol addiction may keep many seniors and older adult persons out of the drug and alcohol rehabilitation programs in Bow, New Hampshire that will help resolve their problem. Because of this, there are drug treatment programs which cater to this age group of the population. These drug and alcohol rehabilitation centers are aware of the issues which are exclusive to this age group, and how to address addiction among this particular type of treatment client. Because seniors and older adults are already prone to sickness and accidents, it is imperative that they receive rehabilitation before any illness or accident results from their their alcohol and drug abuse which can result in long term if not fatal injury.