Seniors and older adults in Buckner are prone, and some are even predisposed, to drug or alcohol addiction much in the same way as any other man or woman. In fact, seniors and older adults are already typically on prescription drugs which are also commonly abused. When combined with street drugs and alcohol, seniors and older adults are at a higher risk of severe health effects and even death. The social stigmas associated with drug addiction may keep certain seniors and older adults out of the alcohol and drug rehabilitation centers in Buckner that will help resolve their problem. Because of this, there are drug rehab centers which specifically help this age group of the population. These drug rehabilitation programs understand the situations which are particular to this age group, and how to address addiction among these clients. Simply because seniors and older adults are more prone to illness and accidents, it is imperative that they seek rehab before any illness or accident results from their their drug or alcohol addiction which can result in long term if not fatal damage.