Seniors and older adult persons in Cecilton, Maryland are prone, and some are even predisposed, to drug or alcohol addiction much in the same way as any other age group. In fact, seniors and older adults are already using prescription medications which can also be abused. When mixed with street drugs and alcohol, seniors and older adults are at risk of serious health consequences including death. The social stereotypes associated with addiction may keep some seniors and older adults away from the drug and alcohol rehabilitation facilities in Cecilton, Maryland that will help resolve their problem. Because of this, there are alcohol and drug rehabilitation facilities which cater to this age range of the population. These drug and alcohol rehab centers are aware of the issues which are peculiar to this group of clients, and how to deal with drug addiction among this particular type of treatment client. Due to the fact seniors and older adult persons are already prone to sickness and accidents, it is imperative that they seek treatment before any illness or accident is brought on by their drug or alcohol addiction which may result in long term if not fatal damage.