Detox Centers in Jamestown, Rhode Island

Jamestown is a census-designated place (CDP) in Newport County, Rhode Island, with a population of 5,559 as of the 2020 census.¹ Between 2016 – 2018, Jamestown accounted for 3.7% of opioid overdose-related ED visits in Newport County and less than 1% of the state.² Of the persons who experienced an opioid overdose in Newport County, a higher percentage were transferred to the ICU (15%) compared to statewide totals (7%).²

From 2016 to 2018, less than five Jamestown residents died of an accidental drug overdose. However, in that same time, at least 85% of deaths in Rhode Island were opioid-involved.² Most overdose deaths involve an illicit substance, including fentanyl, cocaine, heroin, or methamphetamine.³ An increasing number of self-reported cocaine, fentanyl, and alcohol use is also behind the increase in overdose deaths in the region.³

According to the Rhode Island Department of Health, at least 6 primary care doctors are in Jamestown, RI.⁴ Still, the patient to primary care physician ratio in Newport County, Rhode Island, is 1,101 to 1.⁵ Luckily, at least 57 facilities within 25 miles of Jamestown, RI, provide substance use treatment services.⁶ These facilities offer a range of treatments, including:⁶

• Supervised care for withdrawal from substance abuse.
• Treatment at a rehab facility while patients live independently.
• Hospital inpatient. 24/7 care connected to a hospital.
• Live-in and long-term treatment at a rehab facility.
• Co-occurring mental health and substance use treatment. Comprehensive treatment that addresses substance abuse and mental illness simultaneously.

Although not considered treatment, drug and alcohol support groups are critical to addiction recovery.⁷ Research shows that participation in peer support meetings during and after addiction treatment can help people stay in treatment and maintain long-lasting sobriety.⁷

While there are various styles of support groups, the most well-known include Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), which focuses on alcohol abuse, and Narcotics Anonymous (NA), which focuses on drug use, ⁷ both programs believe that addiction is a disease and not a choice.⁷ They follow different meeting formats and base their progress using the 12 Steps to help people take accountability for their actions, make amends, and find happiness in recovery.⁷

Unfortunately, there aren’t any AA meetings in Jamestown, Rhode Island.⁸ However, there are some local resources available within 50 miles of Jamestown; the closest ones include:⁸

Southern R.I. Intergroup (14.27 miles)

Warwick, Rhode Island

Phone: (401) 739-8777

R.I. Central Service Office (21.93 miles)

East Providence, Rhode Island

Phone: (401) 438-8860

Likewise, there aren’t any NA meetings in Jamestown, RI. Still, those looking for a meeting can attend nearby NA meetings in:⁹

Calvary United Methodist Church (5.22 miles)

200 Turner Road

Middletown, RI 02842-5360

Saint Luke’s Church (8.52 miles)

99 Pierce Street

East Greenwich, RI 02818-3814

Most meetings follow a discussion/participation format, while others include speakers and step studies. Before attending, verify with your local meeting location to verify the time, day, and format.

Sources:

1. United State Census Bureau. (n.d.). QuickFacts: Jamestown, Newport County, Rhode Island.
2. Rhode Island Department of Health. (2019, June). Center for Health Data and Analysis. Rhode Island municipality overdose data report: Jamestown.
3. Rhode Island Public Health Institute. (2020, October). Report: Downtown Providence overdose hotspot assessment & plan.
4. State of Rhode Island Department of Health. (n.d.). Find primary care.
5. Data USA. (n.d.). Newport County, RI.
6. Findtreatment.gov. (n.d.). Results.
7. Tracy, K., & Wallace, S. P. (2016). Benefits of peer support groups in the treatment of addiction.
8. Alcoholics Anonymous. (n.d.). Find A.A. near you (North America).
9. Narcotics Anonymous. (n.d.). Narcotics Anonymous meeting search results.