Hatfield, AR. - Native American Or Alaska Native Languages
Native Americans and Alaska Natives are known to have significantly higher rates of alcohol and drug abuse and drug addiction than other ethnicities, an a situation which has to be resolved for these cultures to endure. While the things which trigger substance abuse may vary from individual to person, most of the causes for the high rates of alcohol and drug abuse among Native American and Alaska Natives have to do with their culture. In fact, Native American and Alaska Native adolescents have some of the highest rates of alcohol and drug abuse in the nation. The most obvious barriers to treating Native Americans and Alaska Natives for substance abuse are cultural challenges and their language. Due to this it is vital that Native Americans and Alaska Natives in Hatfield, Arkansas obtain treatment services in a drug and alcohol rehabilitation center that is understanding of their culture, but more importantly in one that considers the need to supply alcohol and drug rehab in their native tongue.
- Eastern Oklahoma Medical Center
Eastern Oklahoma Medical Center can be found at:
105 Wall Street
Poteau, OK. 74953
918-635-3580
Treatment Services: Hospital Inpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Seniors/Older Adults, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired, Spanish, Native American Or Alaska Native Languages, Other Languages
Payment Categories: Self Payment, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance