Fort Washakie, WY. - Native American Or Alaska Native Language Services
Native Americans and Alaska Natives have significantly higher rates of alcohol and drug abuse and alcohol and drug addiction than other races, an an issue which has to be aknowledged for these cultures to survive. While the things which trigger substance abuse may vary from person to individual, many of the causes for the significantly higher rates of drug abuse amongst Native American and Alaska Natives related to their culture. First of all, Native American and Alaska Native youth appear to have some of the highest rates of alcohol and drug abuse in the country. The most obvious obstacles to treating Native Americans and Alaska Natives for drug and alcohol addiction are cultural differences and language. Due to this it is vital that Native Americans and Alaska Natives in Fort Washakie obtain rehab treatment in a drug and alcohol rehab program that is understanding of their culture, but most importantly in one that considers the need to provide drug treatment in their native tongue.
- Shoshone Tribal Health Department
Shoshone Tribal Health Department can be found at:
7 Shipton Lane
Fort Washakie, WY. 82514
307-335-1169
Treatment Services: Substance Abuse Programs, Outpatient Treatment, Adolescents 18 and under, CoOccurring Mental with Substance Abuse Issues, Seniors Older Adult Services, Catered to Pregnant and Postpartum Women, Women Only, Men Only, Dui and Dwi Offender Programs, Criminal Justice Client Programs, Native American Or Alaska Native Language Services
Payment Categories: Self Pay Out of Pocket, State Financed Insurance besides Medicaid, Private or Personal Health Insurance