Seniors and older adult persons in Newell are susceptible, and some are even predisposed, to addiction much in the same way as any other man or woman. Factually, seniors and older adults are already typically on prescription medications which can also be abused. When mixed with street drugs and alcohol, seniors and older adult persons are at risk of significant health effects and even death. The negative stereotypes associated with drug addiction may keep some seniors and older adults out of the drug and alcohol treatment facilities in Newell that will help resolve their problem. For this reason, there are alcohol and drug rehabilitation facilities which cater to this age range of the population. These alcohol and drug rehabilitation facilities understand the needs which are exclusive to the aging addict, and how to address addiction among this particular type of treatment client. Due to the fact seniors and older adults are more prone to illness and accidents, it is important that they seek rehabilitation before any illness or accident occurs because of their alcohol and drug abuse which can lead to permanent if not fatal injury.