Seniors and older adults in Burlington, PA. are susceptible, and some are even predisposed, to addiction just like any other man or woman. In fact, seniors and older adults are already typically on prescription drugs which are also commonly abused. When mixed with illicit drugs and alcohol, seniors and older adults are at risk of severe health effects and even death. The negative stereotypes associated with alcohol and drug abuse may keep some seniors and older adults out of the drug rehabilitation centers in Burlington, PA. that will help resolve their problem. Due to this, there are drug and alcohol rehabilitation centers which specialize in this age group of the population. These alcohol and drug treatment centers are aware of the issues which are peculiar to this group of clients, and how to treat drug or alcohol addiction among these clients. Due to the fact seniors and older adults are already prone to disease and accidents, it is important that they seek rehab before any sickness or accident results from their their drug or alcohol addiction which can result in long term if not fatal harm.