Seniors and older adults in Hope are prone, if not predisposed, to drug addiction much in the same way as any other individual. Factually, seniors and older adult persons are already using prescription medications which are also commonly abused. When mixed with illicit drugs and alcohol, seniors and older adults are a significantly higher risk of severe health effects including death. The negative stereotypes associated with addiction may keep some seniors and older adult persons away from the alcohol and drug treatment facilities in Hope that will help resolve their problem. Because of this, there are alcohol and drug rehabilitation facilities which cater to this age group of addict. These alcohol and drug rehabilitation programs are aware of the issues which are peculiar to the aging addict, and how to deal with drug or alcohol addiction among these clients. Because seniors and older adult persons are already prone to illness and accidents, it is imperative that they look for treatment before any disease or accident is brought on by their drug addiction which can result in permanent if not fatal injury.