Seniors and older adult persons in Pierson, Florida are susceptible, and some are even predisposed, to drug or alcohol addiction just like any other man or woman. Factually, seniors and older adults are already using prescription drugs which are also commonly abused. When mixed with street drugs and alcohol, seniors and older adult persons are at a higher risk of significant health consequences including death. The social stigmas associated with drug addiction may keep some seniors and older adult persons out of the drug rehab centers in Pierson, Florida that will help resolve their problem. Due to this, there are alcohol and drug treatment centers which cater to this age range of the population. These drug rehabilitation facilities understand the needs which are peculiar to the aging addict, and how to treat addiction among this particular type of treatment client. Due to the fact seniors and older adults are already prone to illness and accidents, it is important that they seek rehab before any disease or accident is brought on by their alcohol and drug abuse which can result in permanent if not fatal injury.