Seniors and older adults in Piedmont, MO. are prone, and some are even predisposed, to alcohol and drug abuse much in the same way as any other man or woman. In fact, seniors and older adult persons are already using prescription drugs which can also be abused. When combined with illicit drugs and alcohol, seniors and older adult persons are a significantly higher risk of severe health effects including death. The social stereotypes associated with alcohol and drug abuse may keep some seniors and older adult persons away from the drug and alcohol treatment facilities in Piedmont, MO. that will help resolve their problem. Because of this, there are drug and alcohol rehab programs which cater to this age range of addict. These alcohol and drug treatment facilities understand the situations which are exclusive to this group of clients, and how to treat addiction among these clients. Because seniors and older adult persons are already prone to illness and accidents, it is imperative that they seek rehabilitation before any sickness or accident is brought on by their alcohol and drug abuse which may result in permanent if not fatal injury.