How to pay for detox from perscription drugs?
September 6th, 2010
My mom is addicted to Norco and Xanax. She desperately wants to get off, but all these detox programs in our area cost thousands of dollars we don’t have. She is currently living off of SSI and I am a full time college student. Is there some way we could do this cheaply or for free? Are there any charities out there that do this kind of thing for people? She’s been addicted for over five years and her health is starting to deteriorate as a result. She’s tried cold turkey, as well as every relevant phone number in the book (including local churches). It seems like we’ve exhausted every possible option we know of. Any suggestions?
I live in northern California, San Fransisco Bay Area
There are programs available that are free. You did not mention the state you live. I had a family member who was addicted to prescription drugs and the detox (2 week stay) was free. She was receiving little income before her treatment,,so I’m not sure if low-income was a factor.
I don’t even know what Norco and Xanax are…. but I’m sure you could find something to replace them with that looks similar. The placebo effect might soften the blow for long enough for the cold turkey thing to work.
Random note: the only reason cold turkey wouldn’t work is if she is particularly weak-willed. She needs to strengthen her resolve.