Drug Use in Fort Lauderdale
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Fort Lauderdale represents less than 1% of Broward County’s population, yet the county has seen a troubling number of drug-related issues:
Fort Lauderdale makes up less than 1% of Broward County’s population. In 2022, there were 705 fatal overdoses in the county which was roughly 1% of the number of overdoses in the state but the highest number of all counties in Florida. There were 3,432 drug arrests and 820,333 prescriptions for opioids dispensed in Broward County in the same year.
705
Fatal overdoses in Broward County in 2022, the highest in Florida.
3,432
Drug arrests in Broward County in 2022
820,333
Opioid prescriptions dispensed in Broward County in 2022
The data shows that the number of people receiving naloxone is growing and the majority of naloxone is administered by emergency medical services. The number of nonfatal overdose emergency visits dropped significantly from 3,534 in 2020 to 3,366 in 2022.
Cost of Treatment in Fort Lauderdale
$1,705
Approximate cost of Outpatient treatment
$50,000
Average cost of residential treatment
Roughly 50,000 people seek outpatient drug rehabilitation and 5,500 enroll in a residential drug treatment facility each year in Florida. Making this life changing decision can feel overwhelming and that’s where we can help. We provide several financial options to lower your costs as much as possible.
For example we work with most major insurance providers including Medicaid and Medicare and will verify your insurance coverage before you start treatment. We’ll also discuss various financial assistance options, flexible payment plans and rehab scholarships that may meet your needs.
Floridians can expect to pay around $1,705 for outpatient treatment and roughly $50,000 for residential treatment. The costs are higher in nearby Miami where residential treatment expenses are more than $60,000.
However it’s important to remember that these are raw numbers and do not include insurance coverage or other financial assistance that can lower your expenses. Our intake team will verify your insurance coverage and help you understand the details to maximize your benefits. Our mission is to ensure that cost is not a barrier to receiving the care you need and deserve.
Treatment Resources in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale offers a variety of local resources tailored to the community’s diverse needs. If you are looking for high quality residential care then Boca Recovery Center has locations within 30 minutes of Fort Lauderdale including in Boca Raton and Pompano Beach. We provide premier residential and outpatient treatment to offer a beacon of hope during a challenging time.
Prevention Resource Center
The United Way of Broward County’s Commission on Behavioral Health and Drug Prevention is the force behind the Prevention Resource Center. Their goal is to centralize information and resources to help prevent addiction and promote behavioral health. Resources include podcasts, education materials, tool kits, videos and research.
Broward County Public Schools
The county public school system provides education and awareness of substance use and misuse to help prevent periodic or lifelong abuse that can begin during the school years. On their website you’ll find links to community resources and data sources that provide more information.
Florida Health
The rise in fentanyl overdoses in Florida led to the rise of Florida Health. This is a collaborative partnership of agencies seeking to address public safety and health issues. This includes Florida’s CORE Network which is a coordinated system for seeking addiction treatment.
Broward Connections Guidebook
The Broward Connections Guidebook offers local tools and opportunities to pursue recovery. They are also a resource that connects providers within the community so they can coordinate and collaborate with others to meet the community’s needs.
Get Help for Addiction at Boca Recovery Center
You must consider several factors when you’re choosing an addiction treatment center. These include the staff’s qualifications, the level of care they provide, accreditation and licensing. Each of these factors speaks to the quality of care you receive. Ask if the facility uses evidence based therapies and personalized treatment plans and has an aftercare and support program to promote your long term and sustainable recovery.
Boca Recovery Centers in Pompano Beach and Boca Raton meet these standards and more. We are just 30 short minutes from Fort Lauderdale where you receive luxury medical detoxification, residential addiction treatment and several levels of outpatient care. Call us today to learn how our treatment programs can help restore and repair your personal and professional life.
