This page with drug and alcohol rehab resources in Carnation, WA points out some of the best sources of support in the area – from overdose help and local support groups to professional addiction treatment programs.
Located east of Seattle in King County, Carnation is a small Washington community with around 2100 residents in 2017.
Its name was actually chosen to honor a nearby research farm run by the Carnation Milk Products Company.
And while it’s small-town charm may lead some to think that it’s a perfectly idyllic community, the truth is that like the rest of Washington, Carnation has a problem with addiction.
Unfortunately, many residents just don’t know where to go to find help.
Home › Drug Information › Carnation Resource InformationWhile addiction can impact nearly every aspect of an individual’s life, the dangers to health can be some of the most destructive. And no risk is more devastating than that of experiencing an overdose.
Overdoses can cause permanent damage that can lead to a life of disability and pain. But on top of that, overdoses are also incredibly deadly. In just 2017 alone, they killed more than 70 thousand Americans. That’s up from just 17 thousand in 1999.
And today, more Americans under 55 are dying from overdoses than any other cause.
It’s so important, then, to know how to both spot the signs of an overdose and learn how to treat them.
Different types of drugs have different overdose symptoms. And that can make it harder to spot the obvious signs.
Below are some of the most notable overdose symptoms for some of the most commonly abused drugs today.
Cocaine – One of the most well-known illicit drugs today, cocaine has long been used and abused. But it’s popularity is matched by its dangers too, and taking too much can easily become deadly. Some signs of an overdose on this drug could include:
Heroin – Without a doubt one of the most notorious drugs on the street today, heroin is at the forefront of the raging opioid epidemic. And when used, it can quickly and easily lead to an overdose. The signs of a heroin overdose usually include:Â
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EYES, EARS, NOSE, AND THROATÂ
HEART AND BLOODÂ
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STOMACH AND INTESTINESÂ
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Prescription Opioids – These drugs are usually prescribed to treat pain in patients. But medications like OxyContin and Percocet can be addictive as well as deadly. Some signs of an overdose on prescription opioids like OxyContin or Vicodin include:
Alcohol – Legal, widely available, and culturally ingrained in much of current society, alcohol is abused more than most other addictive drugs. But alcohol poisoning can also be deadly. Here are some of the signs to watch out for:
Benzodiazepines – Some of the most well-known benzos are Xanax, Ativan, and Klonopin. And while they do have legitimate medical use, these medications are becoming more highly abused with each passing year. Some of the most recognizable signs of a benzo overdose include: Â
Crystal Meth – A powerful stimulant that’s also highly addictive, meth can cause serious side effects like paranoia, hallucinations, and even mania. It can also be quite deadly too. Some signs of a meth overdose include:
Treating an overdose effectively takes medical expertise. And as a result, the absolute best thing you can do when you spot the signs above is to call 9-1-1 immediately.
If you have to leave the side of the victim though, be sure to place them in the recovery position to cut down on complications, some of which may be life-threatening.
When you reach an operator, they’ll most likely send an ambulance to your location while also asking you a number of questions to assess the situation. These questions might include:
The key here is to be completely honest and as accurate as possible. Do not lie about using illicit drugs. Do not fail to mention the fact that they mixed drugs with alcohol. The better your information is, the more they’ll be able to help.
The operator may also ask you to begin administering CPR or performing other actions like inducing vomiting. Once the EMT’s arrive, they’ll be able to take over and provide more comprehensive care. They may even use special medications like naloxone to help reverse the overdose. Â
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Though willpower can go a long way in helping individuals overcome their addictions, it certainly isn’t the only factor involved. There’s also an incredible amount of support needed to help keep users clean and sober in the long-term.
In fact, the overwhelming majority of recovering addicts that try quitting without a dedicated support network end up relapsing soon after.
However, many people just don’t know where to look for the support they need. But in Carnation, there are quite a few local support groups taking place in and around this small Washington community.
Below are some of the best to take a look at.
First founded in Akron, Ohio in 1935, Alcoholics Anonymous was the very first 12-step program. This model of recovery and support has been so effective, it’s even spawned a number of offshoots including Narcotics Anonymous, Overeaters Anonymous, Underearners Anonymous, and more.
Part of its success is due to the fact that the 12-step approach is proven by hard science to be effective in supporting sobriety. NIDA even endorses it.
But on top of that, these meetings are also highly accessible and widely available across the country – and the world.
And around Carnation, there are a number of meetings taking place nearby almost every single day.
DUVALL SUNDAY MORNING
Sunday at 9:30AM
Duvall Library
15619 Main Street Northeast
Duvall, Washington
LUNCH WITH BILL W
Monday at Noon
Twin Dragon Restaurant
15321 Main Street Northeast
Duvall, Washington
INGLEWOOD HILL WOMEN'S RECOVERYÂ Women
Monday at 7:00PM
Sammamish Presbyterian
22522 Northeast Inglewood Hill Road
Sammamish, Washington
VALLEY YOUNG AND SOBER
Monday at 7:30PM
Carnation - Eastside Fire and Rescue Station 85
3600 Tolt Ave
Carnation, Washington
SNO-VALLEY
Monday at 7:30PM
Fall City Methodist
4326 337th Place Southeast
Fall City, Washington
59 MINUTES AT PINE LAKE
Monday at 8:00PM
Pine Lake Comm Club
21333 Southeast 20th Street
Sammamish, Washington
NO NEARBY MEETINGS
SAMMAMISH PLATEAU WOMENÂ Women
Wednesday at 10:00AM
Sammamish Presbyterian
22522 Northeast Inglewood Hill Road
Sammamish, Washington
DUVALL BIG BOOK STUDY
Wednesday at 6:00PM
Duvall Train Depot
26225 Northeast Stephens Street
Duvall, Washington
DUVALL BIG BOOK STUDY
Wednesday at 6:00PM
Duvall Train Depot
26225 Northeast Stephens Street
Duvall, Washington
HOME GROUP
Wednesday at 7:30PM
St. Anthony's Catholic
31911 Blanche Street
Carnation, Washington
SAMMAMISH BY THE BOOK
Wednesday at 7:30PM
Mary Queen
1121 228th Avenue Southeast
Sammamish, Washington
SAMMAMISH BIG BOOK STUDY
Thursday at 6:00PM
Pine Lake Ch
1715 228th Avenue Southeast
Sammamish, Washington
CAME TO BELIEVE
Thursday at 7:30PM
Tolt Congregational
4851 Tolt Ave
Carnation, Washington
PINE LAKE STAGÂ Men
Thursday at 8:00PM
Pine Lake Comm Club
21333 Southeast 20th Street
Sammamish, Washington
VALLEY GIRLS STEP STUDY MEETINGÂ Women
Friday at 10:00AM
Snoqualmie Valley Alliance Ch
36017 Southeast Fish Hatchery Road
Fall City, Washington
FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE & LET LIVE
Friday at 6:30PM
Duvall Library
15619 Main Street Northeast
Duvall, Washington
DUVALL CANDLELIGHT
Friday at 8:00PM
Holy Innocents Catholic
26526 Northeast Cherry Valley Road
Duvall, Washington
COME AS YOU AREÂ Women
Saturday at 9:00AM
Duvall Library
15619 Main Street Northeast
Duvall, Washington
WOMEN'S SATURDAY SHAREÂ Women
Saturday at 10:00AM
Sammamish Presbyterian
22522 Northeast Inglewood Hill Road
Sammamish, Washington
PINE LAKE SPEAKERS MEETING
Saturday at 7:00PM
Pine Lake Ch
1715 228th Avenue Southeast
Sammamish, Washington
MT. SI SATURDAY NIGHT
Saturday at 8:00PM
Fall City Methodist
4326 337th Place Southeast
Fall City, Washington
While not as big and well-known as its parent group AA, Narcotics Anonymous is still incredibly popular today. It’s active in 139 countries and holds nearly 67 thousand different meetings all over the globe.
And while it has similar principles to Alcoholics Anonymous (anonymity, free membership, the 12 steps), there is one major defining difference – NA accepts individuals addicted to any substance, not just alcohol.
And around Carnation, there are quite a few NA meetings taking place.
Recovery Center
Sunday at 10:00 PM
17880 147th Street SE
Monroe, WA 98272-1014
Map
Closed
Eastside Alano Club
Sunday at 10:30 PM
12302 NE 8th Street
Bellevue, WA 98005-3116
Map
Open
Holy Cross Lutheran Church
Sunday at 7:00 PM
4315 129th Place Southeast
Bellevue, WA 98006-2047
Map
Open
First United Methodist Church
Monday at 7:30 PM
1934 108th Avenue Northeast
Bellevue, WA 98004-2828
Map
Open
Kirkland Congregational Church
Monday at 7:30 PM
106 5th Avenue
Kirkland, WA 98033-6164
Map
Open
Seventh-Day Adventist Church
Monday at 7:30 PM
14118 Chain Lake Road
Monroe, WA 98272-8741
Map
Open
Depot
Tuesday at 7:30 PM
26227 Stephens Street NE
Duvall, WA 98019-6428
Map
Open
Depot
Tuesday at 7:30 PM
26227 Stephens Street NE
Duvall, WA 98019-6428
Map
Open
Faith Lutheran Church
Tuesday at 7:30 PM
9041 166th Avenue Northeast
Redmond, WA 98052
Map
Open
Kirkland Congregational Church
Tuesday at 7:30 PM
106 5th Avenue
Kirkland, WA 98033-6164
Map
Open
Kirkland Congregational Church
Wednesday at 7:30 PM
106 5th Avenue
Kirkland, WA 98033-6164
Map
Open
Life Community Church
Thursday at 7:30 PM
232 5th Avenue South
Kirkland, WA 98033-6505
Map
Open
Seventh-Day Adventist Church
Thursday at 7:30 PM
14118 Chain Lake Road
Monroe, WA 98272-8741
Map
Open
Hope Hall
Friday at 6:00 PM
8305 Meadowbrooke Way SE
Snoqualmie, WA 98065
Map
Open
Recovery Center
Friday at 7:00 PM
17880 147th Street SE
Monroe, WA 98272-1014
Map
Closed
Overlake Park Presbyterian Church of Bellevue
Friday at 8:00 PM
1836 156th Avenue North East
Bellevue, WA 98007-4330
Map
Open
Lake Washington United Methodist Church
Friday at 8:00 PM
7525 132nd Avenue NE
Kirkland, WA 98033
Map
Open
VOA Hall
Saturday at 1:30 PM
701 1st Street
Sultan, WA 98294
Map
Open
Kirkland Congregational Church
Saturday at 7:30 PM
106 5th Avenue
Kirkland, WA 98033-6164
Map
Open
Addicts themselves aren’t the only ones hurt by an addiction. And in many cases, it’s actually the close friends and family members of addicts that end up suffering without getting the support they need.
Al-Anon is a 12-step group that focuses on empowering and helping these individuals in particular. And although it isn’t as easy to find a meeting as other 12-step groups, there are still quite a few meetings taking place nearby.
Below are some of the closest.
New Horizons AFG
Thursday 7:00 PM
Tolt Congregational Church
4851 Tolt Ave, Carnation, WA, 98014, USA
0.2 miles away
Student & Professional observers welcome
Beginners
Handicap Access
Peace Of The Program AFG
Saturday 8:30 AM
Sammamish Presbyterian Church
22522 NE Inglewood Hill Rd, Sammamish, WA, 98074, USA
building  BOX across from church offices.
6.3 miles away
Student & Professional observers welcome
Handicap Access
Fragrance-Free
Eastside Parents AFG
Thursday 7:30 PM
Faith United Methodist Church
3924 Issaquah Pine Lake Rd SE, Issaquah, WA, 98029, USA
7.1 miles away
Student & Professional observers welcome
Parents
Serenity In Snoqualmie AFG
Tuesday 7:00 PM
St Clare Episcopal Church
8650 Railroad Ave, Snoqualmie, WA, 98065, USA
Left side room
9.8 miles away
Student & Professional observers welcome
Tuesday Night Gratitude AFG
Tuesday 7:30 PM
Redmond United Methodist
16540 NE 80th St, Redmond, WA, 98052, USA
9.8 miles away
Student & Professional observers welcome
Beginners
Redmond Friday Night AFG
Friday 7:30 PM
Faith Lutheran Church
9041 166th Ave NE, Redmond, WA, 98052, USA
Meets in downstairs classroom; through AA room
9.9 miles away
Student & Professional observers welcome
Handicap Access
This 12-step group is similar to Al-Anon. But rather than letting anyone join meetings, Alateen groups are actually restricted to certain younger age ranges.
This stipulation makes it so that young people who have been hurt by an alcoholic feel as comfortable as possible opening up about their experiences. And with young people in particular, that can be hard to do in a room full of adults.
Below are some Alateen meetings taking place around Carnation.
Lake Hills Alateen
Thursday 7:30 PM
St Andrew's Church
2650 148th Ave SE, Bellevue, WA, 98007, USA
Age range 9-20. Downstairs
11.4 miles away
Serenity Alateen
Monday 7:00 PM
Parkridge Community Church
3805 Maltby Road, Bothell, WA, 98012, USA
Age range 14-18. Meets in building annex behind church
16.9 miles away
Handicap Access
Courage To Be Me Alateen
Wednesday 8:00 PM
Queen Anne Lutheran Church
2400 8th Ave W, Seattle, WA, 98119, USA
Age range 12-20.
21.1 miles away
West Seattle Alateen
Monday 7:00 PM
Tibbets United Methodist Church
3940 41st Avenue SW, Seattle, WA, 98116, USA
Age range 13-18.
22.6 miles away
Edmonds Alateen Serenity For Youth
Tuesday 7:30 PM
Edmonds South County Senior Center
220 Railroad Ave, Edmonds, WA, 98020, USA
Age range 12-21. Upstairs
24.6 miles away
Just as Al-Anon is a family group for alcoholism, Nar-Anon supports those who have been hurt by another person’s addiction – no matter the substance of abuse. And also like Al-Anon, it’s built on the 12-step model too.
Some popular topics discussed in these meetings might include enabling, interventions, and knowing how to find the right kind of professional help.
Below are the closest Nar-Anon meetings near Covington.
Serenity Trail
St. Margaret's Episcopal Church
4228 Factoria Blvd.
Bellevue, WA 98006
First Thursday of the month will have a step study meeting before the regular meeting, starts at 6:20--7:00. (Regular meeting starts at 7:00.)
Thursday
7:00pm
Seeds Of Hope
Bothell United Methodist Church
18515 92nd Avenue Northeast
Bothell, Washington 98012
We do not meet on holidays.
Monday
7:00pm
Helping Hands
First Presbyterian Church
1306 Lakeview Ave.
Snohomish, Washington 98290
Tuesday
7:00pm
Hope Lives Here
Luther Memorial Lutheran Church
13047 Greenwood Ave. North
Seattle, Washington 98133
Entrance on Greenwood Avenue.
Wednesday
7:00pm
Ballard Nar-Anon
St. Paul's Church
6512 12th Ave. NW
Seattle, Washington 98117
The entrance to the meeting is located on 65th Ave., up the stairs in Room 2
Thursday
7:00pm
Many times, growing up in an alcoholic home can cause a host of problems that persist long into adulthood. And for some, coping with and overcoming those problems alone can be an insurmountable task.
With Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACoA) individuals from this same type of traumatic background can get together, share experiences, offer support, and begin to heal.
There are quite a few ACoA meetings happening in the area, though none in Carnation specifically. Below are the closest ones.
Washington, Bellevue ( WA)Â
Sunday 03:30 pm
Recapture, Dream, and Achieve!-We meet in the Salvation Army building. The meeting is upstairs (elevator available).
911 164th NE, 98008
(English) ACAs only (Closed), Discussion, Book Study,
WASHINGTON, Bellevue ( King)Â
Saturday 01:00 pm
Recovery Tree Group-.
12302 NE 8th St., 98005
(English) Open to all, Discussion, Fellowship Text, Steps,Â
WASHINGTON, Bothell ( King)Â
Saturday 08:00 am
Bothell Early Birds-First Lutheran Church in downtown Bothell WA
10207 NE 183RD ST, 98011
(English) Open to all, Discussion, Book Study, Speaker, Steps,Â
Washington, Seattle ( King)Â
Sunday 04:00 pm
Sandpoint Way-Sandpoint Community United Methodist Church Please park behind the church in the large lot. Signs will guide you to the meeting room.
4710 NE 70th St, 98115
(English) , Discussion, Fellowship Text, Book Study, Steps, Wheelchair Access, Non Smoking
WASHINGTON, Longview ( Cowlitz)Â
Monday 07:00 pm
Learning to Play ACA-Meeting is held in a room at the 1414 Club. 18 and over please
1414 - 12th Avenue, 98632
(English) Open to all, Discussion, Fellowship Text, Steps,Â
WASHINGTON, Seattle ( King)Â
Monday 07:00 pm
Loving Ourselves into Freedom-Located at Peer Support on Capitol Hill. Bus #10 #11 #43
1520 Bellevue Ave, 98122
(English) ACAs only (Closed), Fellowship Text, Book Study, Steps, Wheelchair Access, Non-Smoking,
Non SmokingÂ
Washington, Seattle ( King)Â
Tuesday 06:30 pm
Recovery Cafe ACoA Group-Door On South-West End Of Recovery Cafe Bldg (Closed meeting = ACAs Only)
2022 Boren Ave, 98121
(English) ACAs only (Closed), Discussion, Book Study,
Non SmokingÂ
Washington, Shoreline ( King)Â
Wednesday 07:00 PM
Shoreline Wed ACA-Department of Human Services building
17018 15th Avenue NE, 98155
(English) Beginners, Open to all, Discussion
The 12-step approach isn’t the only path to sobriety. And in fact, some people find that this approach just doesn’t match what they believe recovery should be. And for them, a 12-step alternative may end up being the best option.
SMART Recovery is one of the most well-known and effective 12-step alternatives around. If features science-based techniques and strategies for helping members resist cravings and stay sober. Plus, it’s also a non-spiritual group.
There are quite a few SMART Recovery meetings taking place nearby.
Bellevue, Washington – Tuesday at 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
12826 Southeast 40th Lane
SE 40th Lane Suite 203
98006 Bellevue Washington
Meeting: #179
Public Standard
Bothell, Washington Tuesday 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
10614 Beardslee Boulevard
98011 Bothell Washington
Meeting: #4207
Discussion Public
Mercer Island, Washington – ***On Hiatus*** Wednesday at 8:00 PM
2630 77th Avenue Southeast
98040 Mercer Island Washington
Meeting: #2812
Discussion Public
Seattle, Washington – Thursday 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
425 Harvard Avenue East
98102 Seattle Washington
Meeting: #4213
Public Standard
Seattle, Washington – ***Family & Friends*** – 1st and 3rd Thursday 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM
4649 Sunnyside Avenue North
Sunnyside Ave. North Suite 347
98103 Seattle Washington
Meeting: #4413
Family and Friends Public
Seattle, Washington – ***NO MEETINGS DURING MARCH 2019*** 1st & 3rd Saturday 12:45 PM to 2:15 PM
2111 North Northgate Way
N Northgate Way Suite 212
98133 Seattle Washington
Meeting: #4905
Public Standard
Seattle, Washington – Friday 7:15 PM to 8:45 PM
2111 North Northgate Way
N Northgate Way Suite 212
98133 Seattle Washington
Meeting: #3855
Public Standard
Whether it’s a busy schedule, a lack of transportation, or just a fear of embarrassment, there are plenty of reasons why some people don’t end up attending the in-person meetings above.
Luckily, there are also online support groups that offer more flexibility and anonymity. While these groups alone often aren’t enough to kick an addiction entirely, they can be a valuable source of support for individuals who may not receive it otherwise.
Below are some great places to get started.
Support groups can be such an integral part of any recovery plan. But unfortunately, they alone aren’t usually enough to help an addict overcome their substance abuse problem. And for the overwhelming majority of addicts, it’ll take a professional treatment program to kick their addiction for good.
Professional programs use evidence-based therapies, treatments, and strategies to give patients the absolute best chances of getting and staying clean.
There are two main types of programs in particular: detoxification and rehabilitation.
Detoxification – This is usually the first stage of the recovery process and it can often be the most physically taxing. Once an addict gives up using their addictive substance, their body is launched into a series of uncomfortable side effects called withdrawals. These withdrawals can include:
And for many, the effects are so overwhelming that most recovering addicts actually turn back to using just to find relief.
A professional detoxification program helps keep patients from relapsing during moments of weakness. But it can also make detoxing much more comfortable and far safer than trying to get clean alone.
Rehabilitation – Rehab is the second phase of treatment. And while detox was concerned with the body side of addiction, rehabilitation is more focused on the mental side of it. With one-on-one counseling, group talk sessions, and behavioral therapies, these programs help eliminate the compulsive drug-seeking behaviors that characterize addiction.
There are three main types of rehab programs too.
Unfortunately, there aren’t any addiction treatment centers within Carnation itself. And that means that anyone looking for a professional treatment program will end up needing to travel for professional support.
But doing so isn’t all bad. And in fact, there are plenty of benefits to choosing to travel for treatment that many people don’t end up considering.
In the first place, it can open up the door to a higher level of quality treatment. Not all facilities use the same therapies or recovery models. And when patients have more options to choose from, they can decide which ones work specifically for them. This, of course, can lead to a much higher success rate.
But on top of that, there are quite a few other benefits of travelling for treatment too. Below are some of the most notable.
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As you can see, there are plenty of addiction resources around Carnation to help substance abusers stay safe, supported, and sober. And when it does come time to partner with a professional facility, travelling for treatment can end up being one of the best choices for long-term recovery.
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