Drug Use in Parkland
The past two decades have revealed troubling trends in Florida, with deaths due to substance use and misuse steadily rising. In Broward County, Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responded to 4,526 overdoses in 2024, and there were 593 fatal overdoses in 2023.
4,526
Overdoses were responded to by Broward County EMS in 2024.
593
Fatal overdoses occurred in Broward County in 2023.
1,144
Opioid involved ER visits were reported in 2023.
Broward County also saw 1,144 opioid involved emergency room (ER) visits, 100 heroin involved ER visits, and 140 stimulant involved ER visits in 2023. Despite 3,804 drug arrests, illegal drugs are still widely available in Broward County. Florida and Broward County are prime targets for drug traffickers who aim for high population density and easy access through the proximity to major ports.
100
Heroin involved ER visits were recorded in 2023.
140
Stimulant involved ER visits occurred in 2023.
3,804
Drug arrests took place in Broward County in 2023, yet illegal drugs remain widely available due to high population density and access through major ports.
Cost of Treatment in Parkland
The cost of addiction treatment varies widely due to varying lengths of stay, whether treatment is inpatient or outpatient, the types of services offered, and the quality of the facility. Inpatient rehabilitation is often expensive, making outpatient treatment a good value for many individuals.
$80,000
Maximum cost of inpatient rehab at luxury facilities.
$5,000
Minimum cost of inpatient rehab depending on facility quality, insurance, and length of stay.
$56,630
Average cost of addiction treatment in Florida, though most individuals pay less with insurance coverage.
Inpatient rehab can cost as much as $80,000 for a luxury rehab, but it can be as little as $5,000 depending on the quality of the facility and the length of stay, and your insurance. The average cost of addiction treatment in Florida is $56,630, but most people will pay far less, depending on insurance and the type of program.
At Boca, we understand that these dollar figures are daunting, but don’t let that keep you from seeking the treatment you or a loved one needs. We accept insurance from most major carriers, and most plans now cover at least some, if not all, of the treatment costs. We can help you investigate scholarship options and interest free payment plans.
Treatment Resources in Parkland
Most states and counties offer some free drug treatment through government funded programs and nonprofit treatment centers. Here are a couple of local addiction treatment options near Parkland.
Broward Behavioral Health Coalition (BBHC)
The Florida Department of Children and Families funds mental health and substance use disorder (SUD) services administered by BBHC. BBHC oversees addiction and mental health treatment providers as the managing entity for Broward County.
Broward County Sheriff’s Office Drug Court Treatment Division
The Sheriff’s office in Broward County has juvenile treatment and diversion programs, as well as a drug court. Drug court provides individuals with substance related offenses an alternative to jail or prison. The programs are a minimum of one year and provide individualized addiction treatment services.
Find Help Today
Asking for help may be one of life’s most challenging undertakings, but it’s one of the most worthwhile. We understand it’s hard to make that call, but healing and hope begin the minute you reach out.
At Boca Recovery Center, we offer programs for women and men with addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders. Our programs are comprehensive from detox to aftercare, and we provide individualized treatment planning. If you need addiction treatment in Parkland, our Pompano Beach facility is right around the corner.
If you’re ready to seek addiction treatment in Parkland, Boca Recovery Center offers a wide range of programs to help you heal. Boca has a recovery center in Pompano Beach that’s less than 15 miles from Parkland. Are you ready for the healing to begin? Call us today, and our experienced recovery team will provide you with the help you need to start your new, healthy, substance free life.
