Seniors and older adults in Douglas are prone, if not predisposed, to drug addiction just like any other man or woman. Factually, 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 drug or alcohol addiction may keep some seniors and older adults out of the drug treatment programs in Douglas that will help resolve their problem. Because of this, there are drug treatment facilities which cater to this age range of the population. These drug and alcohol treatment facilities understand the needs which are peculiar to this group of clients, and how to address addiction among this particular type of treatment client. Because seniors and older adults are already prone to illness and accidents, it is imperative that they receive rehab before any illness or accident results from their their addiction which can lead to permanent if not fatal injury.