Opioid Epidemic

Similar to any other addiction, an addiction to opioids is not one that should ever be taken lightly. It could negatively impact potentially every aspect of your life. Whereas you once may have been thriving in your professional career, you suddenly are brought to a holt because you cannot accurately manage your professional responsibilities and addiction. Your personal life will undoubtedly falter because your friends and loved ones will notice a startling change in your overall behavior.

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If you are experiencing the effects of the current opioid epidemic in the U.S. , the professionals at the Legacy Healing Center in South Florida are here to help. We collaborate with you to put together a course of treatment that suits your needs and firmly places you on the road to recovery.
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History Of Opioid Addiction

You may be surprised to learn that the existence of opioids dates back thousands of years, but t wasn’t until the 1770s that opioids first came to the United States. When opioids were used, they were done in a recreational stance but not on a broad basis. Opioids became the center of medical discussions with the development of the Civil War. Doctors needed something to give soldiers who were experiencing pain as a result of an injury on the battlefield and turned to morphine to lessen the discomfort. Unfortunately, doctors at that time were not fully aware of the addictive side effects of the drug, which resulted in thousands of Civil War soldiers returning home with an addiction that they did not understand.

Recently, opioids have become a hot topic in our society with the growing trend in prescribing this highly addictive medication to help mitigate pain. Doctors were restricted for a certain stretch when it came to prescribing it. However, in recent years, those restrictions were loosened, which led to a steady uptick in addiction once again.

How To Detox From Opioids

Realistically, there is no easy way to detox from opioids. The symptoms associated with withdrawal tend to begin within a few hours of the last time you consumed it. Symptoms can range from somewhat mild to intensely severe. Since you don’t know how your body will react, it’s never advisable that you try to detox yourself. We off a detox program that allows your body to withdraw from opioids under the watchful eye of our trained medical professionals.

Call Legacy Healing Center 24/7 to speak with an intake specialist. Calls are completely confidential.

What Opioid Rehab Is Like

Many people mistakenly believe that opioid rehab is akin to lockdown. The reality at the Legacy Healing Center, however, is very different. When you come to our facility in South Florida, you can expect to see bright and smiling faces, partake in delicious meals, and participate in various forms of therapy. We believe that this unique approach to addiction helps you to achieve long-term sobriety.

How Long Does Rehab Last?

The length of your stay at our facility is ultimately a personal one. Our Baltimore luxury rehab programs can last between 30 to 90 days with the choice of opting for inpatient or outpatient plans. Before you decide, however, we encourage you to speak to one of our counselors so that we can help you make the best choice based on your personal history with addiction.

Call Legacy Healing Center 24/7 to speak with an intake specialist. Calls are completely confidential.

Sober Friendly Attractions Near Baltimore

Developing a healthy routine and schedule when you return home from treatment in South Florida is a critical part of your overall recovery. We strongly recommend that one of the first steps you do when you come home is to find local 12-step meetings that you can attend on a routine basis.

However, it would help if you also made time to explore the various sober friendly attractions that Baltimore has to offer. This will help you learn more about yourself as a person in recovery and expose you to certain aspects of the city that you may not have realized while in active addiction.

Port Discovery Children’s Museum

If you are traveling with little ones, a stop to the Port Discovery Children’s Museum is necessary. This museum is uniquely designed for children. Whereas traditional museums have severe limitations on touching exhibits, this museum is created to touch and play with anything. You can also plan for a fun overnight stay in the building where any child will undoubtedly receive a personal experience.

Port Discovery Children’s Museum

You can visit the Port Discovery Children’s Museum at 35 Market Place, Baltimore, Maryland 21202.

National Aquarium

Do you like learning more about marine life? If the answer is yes, then make a trip to the National Aquarium. The aquarium is open seven days a week and is home to an incredible selection of wildlife, including a tropical rainforest exhibit and an Atlantic coral reef exhibit that spans multiple stories. This aquarium is large, so plan to spend a few hours here to get the full effect.

The National Aquarium is located at 501 E. Pratt Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21202.

Patapsco Valley State Park

If you feel like going on a bit of an adventure, you should travel out to Patapsco Valley State Park. The beautiful park spans nearly 32 miles and includes an abundance of recreational activities. You can do everything from hike, fish, camp, or take a relaxing horseback ride. The park is open seven days a week and is open between 9 AM to sunset.

The Patapasco Valley State Park is located at 8020 Baltimore National Pike, Ellicott City, Maryland 21043.

Overcoming an addiction to opioids is something that you never have to do alone with you come to the Legacy Healing Center in South Florida. We understand the struggle associated with this disease and go to great lengths to work personally with you to work through and recover from your addiction. Our intake specialists are available around the clock to help you begin the registration process and to answer any questions or concerns you have about treatment. Every phone call is 100% confidential, so don’t hesitate to provide us with every detail of your addiction and your recovery goals. Reach out to us today at 888-534-2295. We look forward to helping you through this critical time in your life.