Alcohol and Drug Use Statistics in Harrisonburg, VA
Just like the rest of the country, Harrisonburg, VA, has seen the impact of drug and alcohol misuse. The following statistics illustrate the extent and impact of drug and alcohol misuse in Harrisonburg, Rockingham County, and the corresponding substate region:
There were 12 deaths from a drug overdose in 2020.
Close to 9% of the residents 12 years and older reported illicit drug use in the past year between 2016 and 2018.
Almost 13% of the youth reported alcohol use monthly.
About 50% of the residents 12 years and older reported using alcohol in the past month, and nearly 24% reported binge alcohol use between 2016 and 2018.
About 5% of the youth reported marijuana use monthly.
Less than 1% of the residents 12 years and older reported using heroin in the past year between 2016 and 2018.
In 2020, there were two deaths from a heroin overdose.
Nearly 2% of the residents 12 years and older reported cocaine use in the past year between 2016 and 2018.
How to Pay for Drug Rehab in Harrisonburg, Virginia
Private Insurance
The Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act requires all insurance providers to cover substance abuse treatment to some extent. Because each plan differs regarding specific coverage, it is important for Virginia residents to confirm what their particular plan includes.
Virginia Medicaid
Virginia Medicaid is a government program that provides health insurance for low-income Virginia residents. To receive Medicaid, residents must meet income requirements and apply for the coverage.
Virginia Medicare
Medicare is a federally funded health insurance program for Americans aged 65 and over and certain individuals with disabilities. To participate in the program, Virginians must meet requirements and pay a monthly premium based on income. Benefits may include coverage for substance abuse treatment, if the rehab facility chosen accepts Medicare as a form of payment.
TRICARE in Virginia
TRICARE in Virginia (East region) is a nationwide program that provides health insurance coverage for U.S. military personnel, veterans, and their dependents. Benefits include some coverage for addiction treatment services.
Sliding Scale Rehabs
Sliding scale rehabs charge Virginians only what they can afford to pay for treatment, based on their income. Residents must provide proof of income to qualify.
IHS-Funded Drug Rehabs
Indian Health Service (IHS) rehabs provide free or low-cost treatment for Native Americans and Native Alaskans who need SUD treatment.
Resources
- Virginia Department of Health. (n.d.). Overdose Deaths – Opioid Data.
- College of Health and Behavioral Studies. (2019). Youth and Data Survey 2019 8th, 10th, and 12th grade study from Harrisonburg City and Rockingham County.
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (n.d.). 2016 -2018 NSDUH Substate Region Estimates – Tables.