Rehabs near Cape Coral

In Southwest Florida, near Fort Myers, is the beautiful city of Cape Coral. It is the largest city between Tampa and Miami. The young town was founded in 1957 and already has a population of more than 189,343. Cape Coral borders the Gulf of Mexico and is known for its beautiful blue beaches. The town is overflowing with verdant canals, friendly manatees, and stunning preserves. Historically, the city has always been peaceful and an excellent place to retire — until recently. The oceanside city is battling a scourge of alcohol addiction. About 26.8% of Cape Coral residents reported drinking excessively. Excessive drinking includes heavy drinking and binge drinking. Alcohol abuse is considered the biggest substance abuse challenge in the county. In 2016, 1 in 20 residents admitted to drunk driving in the past month. These numbers are concerning, but there is hope. Though the city may be new, it already has several state-of-the-art facilities ready to tackle many addictions. Several treatment centers provide the highest level of care in your area. Check out some options.