A worried parent in Phoenix, Ariz.
…This problem is in every socio-economic group. That it could be your child or family member. That finding affordable long-term residential treatment is difficult at best. It’s hard to find a 30-day program that is affordable and fully covered by insurance. Even if found there may be a waiting list, and 30 days is rarely long enough to change an attitude and craving towards heroin.
Along with getting clean, many addicts need to learn vital life skills to become a clean and self-sustaining productive member of society. People who are addicts are someone’s family member who is loved and lost. I wish someone could compile a list of rehab facilities nationwide that were affordable state-funded or nationally-funded. Most families can’t afford treatment.