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Addiction and Treatment Providers in Frederick, MD

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Frederick’s a charming arts hub with galleries, craft breweries, and renowned performing arts events like the Frederick Festival of the Arts. Sadly, it also saw alarming spikes in opioid deaths and methamphetamine abuse from 2020 to 2024, as per county health data.

Getting Help in Frederick

The city runs vital prevention campaigns to educate youth, while CORE centers offer peer groups and wellness activities for those recovering. Organizations like COAST distribute free naloxone, fentanyl test strips, and connect people to treatment. There are also drug courts providing comprehensive supervision as an alternative to jail time.

Frederick County Statistics

  • Opioid deaths increased from 2020-2024
  • Fentanyl involved in overdose deaths 2020-2024
  • Methamphetamine abuse increased from 2020-2024
  • Alcohol incidents X% higher than other counties
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Drug addiction impacts many in Frederick, but recovery is possible. With compassionate support and evidence-based treatment, individuals can overcome substance use disorders. Frederick offers various rehab options to meet your needs. You have the strength to reclaim your life and find lasting sobriety in our close-knit community.

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Drug and Alcohol Treatment in Frederick, MD

Frederick is located in north-central Maryland, about 50 miles west of Baltimore and Washington D.C. Founded in 1745, it’s the second-largest city in Maryland with around 78,000 residents. The largest racial/ethnic groups are White (54%), Hispanic (18%), and Black (17%).

Residents enjoy outdoor activities like hiking the Appalachian Trail, visiting local breweries, and touring Civil War battlefields. Popular hobbies include arts and crafts, joining community art events, and participating in recreational sports leagues.

Downtown Frederick is an Arts & Entertainment District with galleries, theaters, and the annual Frederick Festival of the Arts. It offers diverse performing arts from music and dance to improv comedy.

With its scenic landscapes, historical attractions, and vibrant arts community, Frederick provides a supportive environment for focusing on personal growth during drug rehab treatment.

Learn More: https://www.cityoffrederickmd.gov/
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Awareness Campaigns

The Community Organized Recovery Efforts (CORE) centers in Frederick offer peer support, recovery discussion groups, and wellness activities for those battling addiction. The Community Outreach And Support Team (COAST) distributes free naloxone and fentanyl test strips while connecting individuals to treatment resources.

The Frederick County Health Department runs the “Stay In The Know” campaign to educate youth and parents about substance use risks. The “Take Back My Life” campaign raises awareness about the dangers of opioid and heroin misuse.

Legislative Measures

Frederick County has a Drug Treatment Court that provides comprehensive supervision and treatment for non-violent, drug-addicted offenders as an alternative to incarceration. The court partners with law enforcement, treatment providers, and community organizations.

Maryland’s Good Samaritan Law encourages people to call for medical assistance in overdose situations without fear of minor drug possession charges. The state also has a Behavioral Health Administration that licenses and regulates addiction treatment programs.

Frederick Police Departments

Frederick Hospitals and Emergency Medical Services

Opioid Settlement Funds in Frederick County

Frederick County, Maryland is receiving a portion of the $395 million opioid settlement funds from pharmaceutical companies over 18 years. The funds are managed by the state’s Opioid Restitution Fund, with input from an advisory council. A majority is being used for local abatement programs to combat the opioid crisis and support addiction recovery efforts.

  • The county received grants totaling $2 million to expand the Community Outreach And Support Team (COAST) program, providing on-scene substance use treatment access.[3]
  • Funding supports education programs in schools with high opioid burden, and non-medical transportation services for treatment.[5]
  • The county will receive targeted abatement grants of nearly $8.8 million from the state’s Opioid Restitution Fund for local programs.[4]
  • Funds help integrate outpatient treatment programs and support local community organizations addressing substance use disorder.[5]

Find Treatment in Maryland

For the past decade, Maryland's rate of drug use and abuse has significantly increased. The overdose rate is currently higher than the national average. This epidemic is due to the many industries where manual labor is required. As soon as prescription opioids were more readily accessible a large part of manual workers started using–and eventually abusing–the painkillers.

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    Statistic Citations:
  • Enright, R. (2021, June 10). Police: Frederick’s opioid trends keep largely the same in 2021. The Frederick News-Post.
  • Frederick County Local Behavioral Health Authority. (2021). Jurisdictional data and planning with analysis. Retrieved from https://health.frederickcountymd.gov/DocumentCenter/View/6953/DATA-AND-PLANNING-with-Analysis-5-26-21
    • Opioid Settlement Citations:
  • Maryland Department of Health. (n.d.). Opioid Restitution Fund settlement overview. Retrieved from https://stopoverdose.maryland.gov/orf-settlement-overview/
  • Frederick County Government. (2023). Frederick County receives opioid settlement funds. Retrieved from https://frederickcountymd.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=5215&ARC=7835
  • New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports. (n.d.). Opioid Settlement Funding Initiatives. Retrieved from https://oasas.ny.gov/opioid-settlement-funding-initiatives
  • Maryland Attorney General. (2023). Press release regarding opioid settlement funds. Retrieved from https://www.marylandattorneygeneral.gov/press/2023/081623.pdf
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