Quote From: flthomcatHere in Florida, most treatment facilities save a few beds for those who aren't ordered into treatment by the courts. They even have beds for those who don't have the money to pay. Call every treatment center you can locate via the internet (etc) for at least 100 miles. If you are still having little luck, call other non-profit agencies and ASK them for help....many times they know places that the general public isn't even aware exists.
Many treatment facilities won't take a "high" addict off the street until he goes to detox first. There are detox places all around (local hospitals, etc). Once detox is completed, some treatment facilities will pick up the addict. Others will require you to.
Drug treatment is costly in both time, energy and money, but obviously it is well worth it for both the addict and the family. God bless you with your son. I will keep you (and him) in my prayers.
My son is a recovering herion addict. He too, had no money or insurance. He lived on the streets for months before deciding he was ready to get his life in order. No facility would take him because he had no insurance. When he had no place else to go, he walked into a hospital and told them he was going to commit sucide. Fortunately, they admitted him. After a week there, we were blessed to find a place where he could go...........at NO cost...........all he had to do was to get there, and be willing. He has been there 3 years. His life has changed dramatically. Please search for Delancey Street Foundation, They have give my son a reason to live and can do this same for yours......My prayers are with you.....,
