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Williamsburg, Virginia

Williamsburg, VA Profile

Williamsburg, VA, population 11,998 , is located in Virginia's Williamsburg (city) county, about 25.4 miles from Newport News and 26.0 miles from Hampton.

In the 90's the population of Williamsburg has grown by about 4%. It is Estimated in recent years the population of Williamsburg has been declining at an annual rate of 1.0 percent.

Reports show that during 2003 property crime levels in the Williamsburg area were lower than Virginia's average. The same data shows violent crime levels to be lower than the Virginia average.

Williamsburg Statistics Williamsburg Gender Information

Males in Williamsburg: 5,382 (45%)
Females in Williamsburg: 6,616 (55%)

As % of Population in Williamsburg    

Race Diversity in Williamsburg

White: 80%
African American: 13%
Asian: 5%
Other/Mixed: 2%

As % of Population in Williamsburg        

Age Diversity in Williamsburg

Median Age in Williamsburg: 22.6 (Males in Williamsburg: 23.0, Females in Williamsburg: 22.3)

Williamsburg Males Under 20: 11%     Williamsburg Females Under 20: 15% Williamsburg Males 20 to 40: 20%     Williamsburg Females 20 to 40: 23% Williamsburg Males 40 to 60: 7%     Williamsburg Females 40 to 60: 8% Williamsburg Males Over 60: 6%     Williamsburg Females Over 60: 9%

Economics in Williamsburg

Williamsburg Household Average Size: 2.07 people
Williamsburg Median Household Income: $ 37,093
Williamsburg Median Value of Homes: $ 182,000

Law Enforcement in Williamsburg

Reported crimes in the Williamsburg area during 2003:

Murder and non-negligent man-slaughter: 0
Forcible rape: 6
Robbery: 9
Aggravated assault: 10
Violent crime events per 100,000 people: 211

Burglary: 24
Larceny-theft: 285
Motor vehicle theft: 13
Arson: 1
Property crime events per 100,000 people: 2,719

Williamsburg Location Information
Elevation: 86 feet above sea level. Land Area: 8.6 Square Miles. Water Area: 0.1 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Williamsburg Yorktown 11.1 Miles Surry 11.6 Miles Gloucester Point 11.6 Miles Gloucester Courthouse 13.8 Miles Rushmere 14.2 Miles Claremont 14.4 Miles West Point 18.7 Miles Dendron 20.0 Miles Smithfield 20.4 Miles Poquoson 22.4 Miles Big Cities Nearest Williamsburg (Population 100,000+) Newport News 25.4 Miles Hampton 26.0 Miles Norfolk 37.5 Miles Portsmouth 37.6 Miles Chesapeake 39.3 Miles Richmond 45.8 Miles Virginia Beach 49.6 Miles Alexandria 107.7 Miles Washington 113.8 Miles Arlington 113.9 Miles

Williamsburg, VA

Comparing Williamsburg to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Virginia (State):

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Facts

The use of alcohol in all prevalence periods measured among 10th graders decreased. For example, past-year alcohol use by 10th-graders declined from 56.3 percent in 2007 to 52.5 percent in 2008.
Methadone is a habit-forming drug. Community leaders often fight against having methadone clinics in their neighborhoods because the clinics attract drug abusers who may have committed criminal acts. Anyone considering experimentation with methadone should keep in mind that those who really need the drug have very difficult lives with extremely challenging mental or physical illnesses.
Amyl nitrite is a volatile, oily liquid with a sweet, banana-like odor. It is sold by prescription in glass ampules for the treatment of angina pectoris, chest pain caused by the narrowing of vessels in the heart. When the glass ampules are broken, they "pop"; hence they are sometimes called "poppers." Amyl nitrite relaxes the vessels of the heart by relaxing the muscles of the veins as well as all other smooth muscles in the body. When the veins throughout the body dilate, blood pressure falls. Because a minimum blood pressure is required to maintain blood supply to vital organs such as the brain, a reflex protects the brain by increasing heart rate and blood flow. This produces a "rush" as the heart pounds, and there is a throbbing sensation in the head. Users also experience a warm flush as the blood accumulates near the skin because of the dilation of veins. Vision also may "redden" as the retinal vessels dilate. The user may faint if the heart cannot maintain blood flow to the brain. If this occurs, the user falls to the floor, and blood flows to the brain, restoring consciousness. Use in a situation where it is impossible to become horizontal may result in brain damage.
Psychoactive: A term, usually applied to a DRUG, indicating an ability change psychological processing or behaviour; HALLUCINOGENS, COCAINE, MARIJUANA and NICOTINE are examples of drugs that can be called psychoactive. Drugs that induce sedation, such as the OPIATES and other NARCOTICS, can also be described as psychoactive, because, although rather stupefying, they do change psychological processes.

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If someone you know and care about is involved in substance abuse, or you need information about Williamsburg rehab centers for yourself, Drug-Rehabs.org is here to help. Drug-Rehabs.org is the premiere online source for information for those in need of rehab. If you or someone you know is dealing with a Percocet, Alcohol or any other type of drug or substance abuse issue or a behavioral addiction, the team of information and treatment specialists on hand can assist you. Choose from a wide array of effective alcohol or substance rehab centers in Williamsburg, VA. including private programs, staffed by highly trained addiction specialists.

Here are local and nearby Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Rehab Centers, Private Health Insurance, Outpatient and Assistance for hearing impaired services in Williamsburg, Virginia:


Bacon Street IncBacon Street Inc is a drug treatment and alcohol rehab facility located at 247 McLaws Circle Williamsburg, VA 23185. You can contact Bacon Street Inc by calling (757) 253-0111. Bacon Street Inc specializes in Substance Abuse Treatment , Outpatient . Bacon Street Inc specalizes in helping , Adolescents , Co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders . Bacon Street Inc accepts , State Financed other than Medicaid , Medicare , Private Health Insurance , Military Insurance , Self Payment .


Colonial Services Board Substance Abuse ServicesColonial Services Board Substance Abuse Services is a drug rehabilitation and alcohol treatment center located at 1657 Merrimac Trail Williamsburg, VA 23185. You can contact Colonial Services Board Substance Abuse Services by calling (757) 220-3200. Colonial Services Board Substance Abuse Services specializes in Substance Abuse Treatment , Mental Health & Substance Abuse Treatment , Outpatient . Colonial Services Board Substance Abuse Services specalizes in helping , Co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders , Seniors , Pregnant/Postpartum Women , Criminal Justice Clients , Assistance for hearing impaired . Colonial Services Board Substance Abuse Services accepts , Medicaid , Private Health Insurance , Military Insurance , Self Payment .


Williamsburg Place The William J Farley CenterWilliamsburg Place The William J Farley Center is a alcohol rehabilitation and drug treatment center located at 5477 Mooretown Road Williamsburg, VA 23188. You can contact Williamsburg Place The William J Farley Center by calling (757) 565-0106. Williamsburg Place The William J Farley Center specializes in Substance Abuse Treatment , Detoxification , Residential Short-term Treatment(30 Days or less) , Residential Long-term Treatment(More than 30 days) . Williamsburg Place The William J Farley Center specalizes in helping , Women , Men . Williamsburg Place The William J Farley Center accepts , Private Health Insurance , Self Payment .


Tidewater Psychotherapy Services HorizonsTidewater Psychotherapy Services Horizons is a alcohol and drug rehabilitation center located at 256 North Witchduck Road Suite G Virginia Beach, VA 23462. You can contact Tidewater Psychotherapy Services Horizons by calling (757) 497-3670. Tidewater Psychotherapy Services Horizons specializes in Substance Abuse Treatment , Mental Health & Substance Abuse Treatment , Outpatient . Tidewater Psychotherapy Services Horizons specalizes in helping , Adolescents , Co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders , Assistance for hearing impaired , Spanish , Forien Languages other than Spanish . Tidewater Psychotherapy Services Horizons accepts , Medicaid , State Financed other than Medicaid , Medicare , Private Health Insurance , Military Insurance , Self Payment .




Facts:

Primary methods of diversion of pharmaceuticals being reported in Virginia are illegal sale and distribution by health care professionals and workers, "doctor shopping", employee theft, and the Internet.
The mid-Atlantic region has traditionally served as a thoroughfare for drugs, drug-related proceeds, weapons, and other contraband traveling along the east coast of the United States. Virginia cities situated along Interstate-95 are vulnerable to "spillover" drug distribution from traffickers moving between the two major eastern drug importation hubs of New York City and Miami.
Most lab activity in Virginia is centered on the far southwestern corner of the state bordering West Virginia, North Carolina, and Kentucky.
In 1995 a program was created known as the DEA Mobile Enforcement Teams, or "MET". This was in response to the overwhelming problem of drugs and drug-related crimes across the nation. There have been nine MET deployments in the State of Virginia since the inception of the program: Manassas, Chincoteague, Fredericksburg, Richmond, Petersburg, Hampton, Prince William County, Hopewell, and Shenandoah Valley.
Local clandestine manufacture of methamphetamine, which was increasing in Virginia, has now been decreasing due to the passage of state and Federal laws regulating precursors.
Current investigations report that diversion of OxyContin® (both brand name and generic), Percocet®, and Dilaudid® continues to be a problem in Virginia.

Local Listings Williamsburg, VA.

Alcoholism can destroy a family and loved ones. Groups like Al-Anon provide support and help to families who have been affected by alcohol addiction. Below is a list of Al-Anon meetings in Williamsburg, Virginia:

Williamsburg Meth. Church
Williamsburg Afg
514 Jamestown Rd
Williamsburg, VA

Meeting Days and Times
Monday, 8:00 PM

Williamsburg United Meth. Church
Williamsburg Step Study Afg
514 Jamestown Rd
Williamsburg, VA

Meeting Days and Times
Tuesday, 2:00 PM

Williamsburg Presbyterian Church
Yagattawanna Al-Anon
215 Richmond Rd.
Williamsburg, VA

Meeting Days and Times
Tuesday, 8:00 PM
Tuesday, 8:00 PM

Williamsburg Place Farley Center (Gratitude Room)
New Beginnings
5477 Mooretown Rd.
Williamsburg, VA

Meeting Days and Times
Wednesday, 7:00 PM

Williamsburg Methodist Church
Today A New Frontier
514 Jamestown Rd
Williamsburg, VA

Meeting Days and Times
Thursday, 2:00 PM

Williamsburg United Meth. Ch.
Twelve & Twelve Al-Anon
514 Jamestown Rd
Williamsburg, VA

Meeting Days and Times
Thursday, 8:00 PM

St Stephen'S Lutheran Church
Openess & Friendship Afg
612 Jamestown Rd
Williamsburg, VA

Meeting Days and Times
Friday, 3:00 PM

Williamsburg Baptist Church
Saturday Night Al-Anon
227 Richmond Rd.
Williamsburg, VA

Meeting Days and Times
Saturday, 8:00 PM
Drug Addiction is not easy to overcome alone. Support Groups like Narcotics Anonymous help provide a safe environment for recovering Drug Addicts. Here is a list of NA meetings in Williamsburg, Virginia:

Wesley Foundation
526 Jamestown Road
Williamsburg, VA 23185
Notes: Living the Dream Group Discussion/Participation Open

Meeting Days and Times
Thursday, 1930

Williamsburg Place
5477 Mooretown Road
Williamsburg, VA 23185
Notes: Hearts of Hope Group Non-Smoking, Discussion/Participation Open

Meeting Days and Times
Saturday, 1930
Sunday, 2000
Drug Overdose is dangerous and potentially fatal. In the event you or someone you know is having a drug overdose, get them immediately to a hospital for medical assistance. The following hospitals are located in Williamsburg, Virginia:

Eastern State Hospital
4601 Ironbound Road
Williamsburg, VA 23187-8791
(757) 253-5161