Seniors and older adults in Crescent City, Illinois are susceptible, and some are even predisposed, to drug or alcohol addiction just like any other man or woman. Factually, seniors and older adults are already using prescription medications which are also commonly abused. When combined with illicit drugs and alcohol, seniors and older adults are at a higher risk of significant health effects including death. The negative stereotypes which are connected to drug or alcohol addiction may keep many seniors and older adults away from the drug treatment programs in Crescent City, Illinois that will help resolve their problem. For this reason, there are drug rehab centers which cater to this age group of the population. These alcohol and drug treatment programs understand the needs which are particular to this group of clients, and how to address alcohol and drug abuse among this particular type of treatment client. Due to the fact seniors and older adults are already prone to illness and accidents, it is imperative that they receive rehabilitation before any sickness or accident is brought on by their alcohol and drug abuse which may lead to long term if not fatal damage.