Seniors and older adult persons in Alamo, Nevada are susceptible, if not predisposed, to addiction just like any other age group. In fact, seniors and older adult persons are already using prescription drugs which can also be abused. When mixed with illicit drugs and alcohol, seniors and older adult persons are at risk of serious health consequences including death. The negative stereotypes associated with alcohol and drug abuse may keep some seniors and older adult persons out of the drug and alcohol rehab programs in Alamo that will help resolve their problem. Because of this, there are alcohol and drug treatment centers which specifically help this age group of the population. These drug rehabilitation facilities understand the situations which are particular to this group of clients, and how to deal with drug addiction among these clients. Because seniors and older adults are more prone to disease and accidents, it is important that they seek treatment before any disease or accident is brought on by their alcohol and drug abuse which can lead to long term if not fatal damage.