A Way Out of Drug and Alcohol Addiction in Bolton
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Alcohol Use in Bolton, Greater Manchester
According to The Big Alcohol Conversation, led by led by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority and Greater Manchester Health and Social Care Partnership, Bolton has at least 3,767 alcohol dependent adults. This equates to 2 % of the population. The Centre for Public Health estimates nearly a quarter of Bolton adults are binge drinkers, comparable to Greater Manchester. However significantly about the national UK average. Of all the Bolton adult residents, 24 % drink a minimum of 14 units per week. One unit is equivalent to 250 ml of beer (4 %), 76 ml of wine (13 %), or 218 ml of cider (4.5 %). Hospital admissions for alcohol-related conditions (i.e. alcohol related liver disease) are above the national average with about 560 out of 100,000 males and 287 out of 100,000 females seeking treatment. According to the latest statistics, between 2009 and 2010 there were 700 adults enrolled in a Bolton alcohol treatment programme, The majority were males between 30 and 44 years of age.
Data for adolescent use is limited; however, it is known that binge drinking between the ages of 14 and 24 is relatively high. As it stands, alcohol use is the preferred substance in Bolton. Due to the rapid increase in alcohol-related harm, there is a growing demand for better programmes and treatment options.
Drug Use In Bolton
Bolton adolescents and young adults are at the greatest risk for taking drugs. According to the Public Health England for 2011-12, the latest statistics available, Bolton is the second highest using borough in Greater Manchester for injection, opiate, or crack-cocaine use. Bolton adults between 25 and 34 years of age are said to have the highest amount of drug-injecting usage followed by Tameside. Despite these alarming numbers, the overall misuse of these drugs has declined.
Bolton Rehab and Treatment Options
In 2018, the government of Greater Manchester announced £40 million for new recovery services for people with addictions in Bolton, Salford, and Trafford. In 2019, the Greater Manchester Combined Authority released a letter to the community stating they were developing a new drug and alcohol strategy with the hope of reducing the harm and risks associated with alcohol and drug use in Bolton and the Greater Manchester area.
Bolton has worked hard over the last five or so years to make drug and alcohol treatment services readily available to residents. Greater Manchester offers a number of private and public treatment services.
Oasis Runcorn is a private facility about 1 hour from Bolton. It’s a member of UK Addiction Treatment Centres and offers programmes varying from 10 to 28 days. The average cost of a 4-week Bolton rehab programme is £5,500.
Free treatment programmes provided by the NHS and charitable organisations are also available in Bolton. The Royal Bolton Hospital offers detoxification and outpatient services. Addiction support groups including, AA and NA, as well as counselling is also available.
Treatment Alternatives for Bolton Residents
Although there are advantages to the NHS, one of the biggest disadvantages is the limited number of space available at any given time. Furthermore, there tends to be more patients than staff, making it difficult to receive individualised attention. A practical alternative for Bolton residents is to seek treatment abroad. Siam Rehab is a private rehab for Bolton men and women who are in need of detoxification and/or addiction treatment. Approximately 16 hours by flight, you can get the treatment you are looking for at a small fraction of the price.
Addiction to any substance including, alcohol, drugs, medications, or a combination of these, is a vast and growing problem throughout the UK. Urban centres like Bolton are especially vulnerable to the devastating effects of abuse and addiction. Often, those caught in the middle of an addiction can feel hopeless, confused, and alone. Help is available. If you or someone you know is struggling with an addiction, call Siam Rehab to find out how our treatment programme for Bolton residents can send you onto a path of recovery.
Sources:
- https://www.thebigalcoholconversation.org/inmyarea/bolton
- http://www.cph.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/the-impact-of-alcohol-in-greater-manchester.pdf
- http://allcatsrgrey.org.uk/wp/download/public_health/alcohol/alcohol-inbolton.pdf
- https://www.theboltonnews.co.uk/news/11280330.bolton-is-worst-in-greater-manchester-for-young-people-taking-hardest-drugs
- https://www.theboltonnews.co.uk/news/15611222.40-million-to-tackle-drug-and-alcohol-addiction-in-bolton-and-greater-manchesater
- https://www.boltoncvs.org.uk/news/2019/jan/drugs-and-alcohol-strategy-greater-manchester-public-consultation
