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Originally Posted by sa meredith
Joe...I am not sure, but I think what you are talking about is a rehab center, where a patient/addict goes and stays for awhile.
What is being proposed for Laconia is a Methadone Clinic. A patient's visit is less than 10 minutes...in and out. As long as it takes to sign in, ingest the methadone, and be on their way.
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Sorry I was not clear sa. I do have an idea how a methadone clinic works. It is like a drive through drug store except you walk in and receive your dose. Then return 24 to 36 hours later and get another dose.
With a clinic in place, those families with a member who uses methadone have a place to come for vacation. They don't vacation at the clinic, they get area lodging and enjoy. The person who is on methadone therapy has a place to go to get their medicine. Without a clinic nearby those in need would not be able to come to the area for vacation or they would satisfy their needs in a less family friendly manner. The tranquility and beauty of the lakes region is a fine setting to relieve tensions and relax. Good for the whole family particularly when they are caring for a family member with a problem. It is another attraction to the area.
The clinic will help cut down drug related thefts for locals making other tourists and area residents safer and more secure. MA has just decriminalized marijuana possession. A misdemeanor for an ounce or less. That is a drawing card for pot heads. NH and a Laconia methadone clinic draws a different crowd.
A methadone clinic helps make the area a more family friendly place to be.