Few and Far Away: Detoxification services in rural areas

Authors

Jennifer D. Lenardson MHS, University of Southern Maine, Maine Rural Health Research CenterFollow
Melanie M. Race MS, University of Southern Maine, Muskie School of Public Service
John A. Gale MS, University of Southern Maine, Maine Rural Health Research CenterFollow

Document Type

Report

Publication Date

12-1-2009

Keywords

Detox, rural, service utilization, access, MRHRC. substance use disorders

Abstract

Based on Working Paper #41: Availability, Characteristics, and Role of Detoxification Services in Rural Areas. Findings: Few rural detox providers exist; 82% of rural residents live in a county without a detox provider. More than half of all rural detox providers serve a 100 mile radius. Travel distances are a barrier to outpatient detox models. Referral options to substance abuse treatment are limited, especially in isolated rural areas.

Funding Organization

Federal Office of Rural Health Policy, Health Resources and Services Administration, DHHS

Grant Number

CA#U1CRH03716

Recommended Citation

Lenardson, J., Race, M., & Gale, J. (2009). Few and far away: Detoxification services in rural areas. (Research & Policy Brief). Portland, ME: University of Southern Maine, Muskie School of Public Service, Maine Rural Health Research Center.