Seniors and older adults in Peapack are prone, if not predisposed, to addiction much in the same way as any other individual. In fact, seniors and older adult persons are already using prescription medications which are also commonly abused. When combined with illicit drugs and alcohol, seniors and older adult persons are at a higher risk of significant health effects and even death. The social stigmas which are connected to addiction may keep many seniors and older adult persons out of the drug and alcohol treatment facilities in Peapack that will help resolve their problem. Due to this, there are drug and alcohol rehabilitation centers which cater to this age group of addict. These alcohol and drug rehab facilities understand the needs which are exclusive to the aging addict, and how to address drug or alcohol addiction among these clients. Due to the fact seniors and older adult persons are already prone to disease and accidents, it is imperative that they look for rehab before any disease or accident results from their their drug or alcohol addiction which can lead to permanent if not fatal injury.