Seniors and older adults in Niangua, Missouri are prone, and some are even predisposed, to alcohol and drug abuse just like any other man or woman. In fact, seniors and older adult persons are already using prescription drugs which are also commonly abused. When combined with illicit drugs and alcohol, seniors and older adults are at risk of severe health effects and even death. The social stereotypes associated with addiction may keep some seniors and older adult persons away from the drug and alcohol treatment programs in Niangua, Missouri they desperately need. Due to this, there are drug rehab centers which cater to this age group of the population. These drug and alcohol rehab facilities understand the situations which are exclusive to this group of clients, and how to deal with drug or alcohol addiction among these clients. Because seniors and older adult persons are already prone to sickness and accidents, it is important that they seek rehabilitation before any disease or accident is brought on by their alcohol and drug abuse which can result in permanent if not fatal injury.