Simsbury, CT Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2010: 23,511. >Population change since 2000: +1.2%

Median Age: 43.5 years

Poverty (overall):

Poverty (breakdown):

Elevation: 181 feet

Population Density:

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Recognitions and Certifications

Accredited Drug Testing has been recognized as one of the "Top 10 drug testing companies" for excellent customer service and we have received TPA Accreditation from the National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association. We are active in all drug testing industry associations and our staff are trained and certified as drug and alcohol testing specialists.

Important Links

National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (https://ndasa.com/)

National Drug Free Workplace Alliance (https://www.ndwa.org/)

Substance Abuse Program Administrators Association (https://www.sapaa.com/)

Substance Abuse Mental Health Safety Administration (https://www.samhsa.gov/)

US Drug Enforcement Administration (https://www.dea.gov/)

Office of Drug alcohol Policy Control (https://www.transportation.gov/odapc)

In Home Drug Testing

In-Home Drug Testing Simsbury, CT

Instant Results - Accurate- Convenient

Accredited Drug Testing offers self-administered/self-collection drug testing products in Simsbury, CT for employers that need On The Job Testing, In-Home Personal Use or for Family Testing Purposes. Our in-home/self-administered rapid drug testing options are a cost-effective alternative when needing to test an employee, individual, or family member when visiting a testing center is not convenient and you are in need of a reliable rapid baseline result. Call us today to order your instant testing devices or simply place your order below. All instant testing devices are FDA approved. The initial screen is used as an initial screening and it is recommended that all positive results should be confirmed by a certified laboratory. All Negative results are conclusive.

Instant Test Products

5panel Instant

5 Panel Rapid Result

Our 5 panel rapid results is the most common urine drug test utilized for baseline testing. This drug test screens for the most commonly abused "street" drugs and is the most common utilized by employers and individuals.

5 Panel Instant Cup Screens For:

  • Amphetamines (Methamphetamines is included)
  • Cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • Opiates
    • Codeine
    • Morphine
    • Heroin
  • Phencyclidine (PCP)

Urine Cut-Off Levels
AMP 1000ng/mL, COC 300 ng/mL, OPI 2000 ng/mL, PCP 25 ng/mL, THC 50ng/mL

10panel Instant

10 Panel Rapid Result

The 10-panel rapid results drug testing cup is a rapid test for the detection of the commonly abused "street" drug and prescription medication. The 10 panel is utilized by employers and individuals when they are in need of a more comprehensive result than the 5-panel drug test.

10 panel Instant Cup Screens For:

  • Amphetamines (Methamphetamines is included)
  • Cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • Opiates
    • Codeine
    • Morphine
    • Heroin
  • Phencyclidine (PCP)
  • Benzodiazepines
  • Barbiturates
  • Methadone
  • Tricyclic Antidepressants (TCA)

Urine Cut-Off Levels
AMP 1000ng/mL, BAR 300 ng/mL, BZO 300 ng/mL, COC 300 ng/mL, mAMP 1000 ng/mL, MTD 500 ng/mL, OPI 2000 ng/mL, PCP 25 ng/mL, TCA 1000ng/mL, THC 50ng/mL

12panel Instant

12 Panel Rapid Result

The 12-panel rapid results drug test screens for the presence of 12 different metabolites to provide simple, fast and accurate results. This test is often used for comprehensive testing that must include additional drugs not screened for in the 10-panel rapid test.

12 Panel Instant Cup Screens For:

  • Amphetamines (Methamphetamines is included)
  • Cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • Opiates
    • Codeine
    • Morphine
    • Heroin
  • Phencyclidine (PCP)
  • Benzodiazepines
  • Barbiturates
  • Methadone
  • MDMA
  • Oxycodone
  • Methadone
  • Buprenorphine-Suboxone

Urine Cut-Off Levels
AMP 1000ng/mL, BAR 300 ng/mL, BUP 5 ng/mL, BZO 300 ng/mL, COC 300 ng/mL, mAMP 1000 ng/mL, MDMA 500 ng/mL, MOP 300ng/mL, MTD 500 ng/mL, OXY 100 ng/mL, PCP 25 ng/mL, THC 50ng/mL

14 Panel

14 Panel Rapid Result

The 14-panel rapid results drug test is currently the most comprehensive instant drug test available. This rapid test will provide you with a broad range of drug metabolites to ensure the most comprehensive in-home drug test result.

14 Panel Instant Cup Screens For:

  • Amphetamines (Methamphetamines is included)
  • Cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • Opiates
    • Codeine
    • Morphine
    • Heroin
  • Phencyclidine (PCP)
  • Benzodiazepines
  • Barbiturates
  • Methadone
  • MDMA
  • Oxycodone
  • Methadone
  • Buprenorphine-Suboxone
  • Tricyclic Anti-Depressants,
  • EDDP

Urine Cut-Off Levels
AMP 1000ng/mL, BAR 300 ng/mL, BUP 5 ng/mL, BZO 300 ng/mL, COC 300 ng/mL, EDDP, mAMP 1000 ng/mL, MDMA 500 ng/mL, MOP 300ng/mL, MTD 500 ng/mL, OXY 100 ng/mL, PCP 25 ng/mL, TCA 1000ng/mL, THC 50ng/mL

Additional Screening Options

Weed Instant

Marijuana Only (THC) Instant
This single dip rapid result test screens for the presence of THC metabolites. Simple 2 step process (dip and read), results within 5 minutes or less.
Urine Cut-Off Levels
50 ng/mL cutoff level

Weed Instant

Nicotine (Cotinine) Instant
This single use dip rapid result test screens for the presence of nicotine and cotinine metabolites in urine. Simple 2 step process (dip and read), results within 5 minutes or less.
Urine Cut-Off Levels
Cotinine 200ng/ml cutoff level

Weed Instant

ETG Alcohol Instant
This single use dip rapid result test screens for the presence of alcohol metabolite (ETG) for up to 80 hours of consumption. Simple 2 step process (dip and read), results within 5 minutes or less.
Urine Cut-Off Levels
500 ng/mL cut-off level

Don't see your single drug test? Accredited Drug Testing also offers the following single panel drug test screening options for:

  • Cocaine (COC)
  • Marijuana (THC)
  • Amphetamine (AMP)
  • Methamphetamine (mAMP)
  • Opiates (OPI)
  • Oxycodone (OXY)
  • Benzodiazepines (BZO)
  • Barbiturates (BAR)
  • Buprenorphine (BUP)
  • Phencyclidine (PCP)
  • MDMA-Ecstasy
  • Methadone (MTD)
  • Tramadol (TRM)
  • Fentanyl (FEN)*
  • K2 Spice (Synthetic Marijuana)*

If you are in need of a laboratory-analyzed drug or alcohol test, please find listed below our Simsbury, CT testing locations.

381 Hopmeadow Street, 1.9 miles

381 Hopmeadow Street,
Simsbury, CT 6089
Categories: Simsbury CT

1080 DAY HILL RD STE 201 4.1 miles

1080 DAY HILL RD STE 201
WINDSOR, CT 6095
Categories: WINDSOR CT

1060 DAY HILL RD 4.2 miles

1060 DAY HILL RD
WINDSOR, CT 6095
Categories: WINDSOR CT

339 W MAIN ST 5.2 miles

339 W MAIN ST
AVON, CT 6001
Categories: AVON CT

2800 TAMARACK DR STE 105 7.0 miles

2800 TAMARACK DR STE 105
SOUTH WINDSOR, CT 6074
Categories: SOUTH WINDSOR CT

2 Concorde Way, Building 3A, 7.6 miles

2 Concorde Way, Building 3A,
Windsor Locks, CT 6096
Categories: Windsor Locks CT

334 Ella T Grasso Turnpike Suite 275 8.1 miles

334 Ella T Grasso Turnpike Suite 275
WINDSOR LOCKS, CT 6096
Categories: WINDSOR LOCKS CT

100 DEERFIELD RD STE 2 8.5 miles

100 DEERFIELD RD STE 2
WINDSOR, CT 6095
Categories: WINDSOR CT

1000 ASYLUM AVE STE 4302 9.0 miles

1000 ASYLUM AVE STE 4302
HARTFORD, CT 6105
Categories: HARTFORD CT

21 Woodland St, 9.0 miles

21 Woodland St,
Hartford, CT 6105
Categories: Hartford CT

45 S Main St, 9.4 miles

45 S Main St,
Unionville, CT 6085
Categories: Unionville CT

400 WASHINGTON ST 10.6 miles

400 WASHINGTON ST
HARTFORD, CT 6106
Categories: HARTFORD CT

701 MAIN ST 11.0 miles

701 MAIN ST
EAST HARTFORD, CT 6108
Categories: EAST HARTFORD CT

365 WILLARD AVE STE 28 11.9 miles

365 WILLARD AVE STE 28
NEWINGTON, CT 6111
Categories: NEWINGTON CT

375 E CEDAR ST 13.2 miles

375 E CEDAR ST
NEWINGTON, CT 6111
Categories: NEWINGTON CT

465 Silas Deane Highway, 13.3 miles

465 Silas Deane Highway,
Wethersfield, CT 6109
Categories: Wethersfield CT

2800 TAMARACK RD STE 1 13.3 miles

2800 TAMARACK RD STE 1
SOUTH WINDSOR, CT 6074
Categories: SOUTH WINDSOR CT

975 FARMINGTON AVE 13.7 miles

975 FARMINGTON AVE
BRISTOL, CT 6010
Categories: BRISTOL CT

7 Mill Pond Rd 13.8 miles

7 Mill Pond Rd
Granby, CT 6035
Categories: Granby CT

935 Farmington Avenue, 13.8 miles

935 Farmington Avenue,
Bristol, CT 6010
Categories: Bristol CT

28 MAIN ST 13.9 miles

28 MAIN ST
EAST HARTFORD, CT 6118
Categories: EAST HARTFORD CT

440 NEW BRITAIN AVE 14.1 miles

440 NEW BRITAIN AVE
PLAINVILLE, CT 6062
Categories: PLAINVILLE CT

2928 MAIN ST 14.3 miles

2928 MAIN ST
GLASTONBURY, CT 6033
Categories: GLASTONBURY CT

1068 SHOEMAKER LN 14.4 miles

1068 SHOEMAKER LN
FEEDING HILLS, MA 1030
Categories: FEEDING HILLS MA

972A W MAIN ST 14.5 miles

972A W MAIN ST
NEW BRITAIN, CT 6053
Categories: NEW BRITAIN CT

140 HAZARD AVE Ste 102 14.6 miles

140 HAZARD AVE Ste 102
ENFIELD, CT 6082
Categories: ENFIELD CT

1933 E Main St, 14.7 miles

1933 E Main St,
Torrington, CT 6790
Categories: Torrington CT

40 Hart Street, Building C, 15.0 miles

40 Hart Street, Building C,
New Britain, CT 6052
Categories: New Britain CT

1260 SILAS DEANE HWY 15.1 miles

1260 SILAS DEANE HWY
WETHERSFIELD, CT 6109
Categories: WETHERSFIELD CT

240 EAST ST 15.1 miles

240 EAST ST
PLAINVILLE, CT 6062
Categories: PLAINVILLE CT

78 Pershing Drive 15.1 miles

78 Pershing Drive
Derby, CT 6416
Categories: Derby CT

1598 E MAIN ST 15.2 miles

1598 E MAIN ST
TORRINGTON, CT 6790
Categories: TORRINGTON CT

131 New London Turnpike, 15.2 miles

131 New London Turnpike,
Glastonbury, CT 6033
Categories: Glastonbury CT

256 N MAIN ST 15.2 miles

256 N MAIN ST
MANCHESTER, CT 6042
Categories: MANCHESTER CT

13 MELLEN ST 15.7 miles

13 MELLEN ST
BRISTOL, CT 6010
Categories: BRISTOL CT

333 KENNEDY DR STE 202 15.9 miles

333 KENNEDY DR STE 202
TORRINGTON, CT 6790
Categories: TORRINGTON CT

555 Main Street, 16.0 miles

555 Main Street,
Manchester, CT 6040
Categories: Manchester CT

224 HARTFORD TPKE 16.1 miles

224 HARTFORD TPKE
VERNON, CT 6066
Categories: VERNON CT

535 HAZARD AVE 16.5 miles

535 HAZARD AVE
ENFIELD, CT 6082
Categories: ENFIELD CT

2257 SILAS DEANE HWY STE 3 16.6 miles

2257 SILAS DEANE HWY STE 3
ROCKY HILL, CT 6067
Categories: ROCKY HILL CT

311 East Main Street 16.9 miles

311 East Main Street
Westfield, MA 1085
Categories: Westfield MA

75 SPRINGFIELD RD 16.9 miles

75 SPRINGFIELD RD
WESTFIELD, MA 1085
Categories: WESTFIELD MA

76 WOODSEDGE CT 17.1 miles

76 WOODSEDGE CT
KENSINGTON, CT 6037
Categories: KENSINGTON CT

1111 CROMWELL AVE BLDG 4 STE 403 17.4 miles

1111 CROMWELL AVE BLDG 4 STE 403
ROCKY HILL, CT 6067
Categories: ROCKY HILL CT

780 CHESTNUT HILL RD 18.3 miles

780 CHESTNUT HILL RD
GLASTONBURY, CT 6033
Categories: GLASTONBURY CT

233 CAREW ST 19.6 miles

233 CAREW ST
SPRINGFIELD, MA 1104
Categories: SPRINGFIELD MA

780 Chestnut St, 19.7 miles

780 Chestnut St,
Springfield, MA 1107
Categories: Springfield MA

200 N MAIN ST 19.9 miles

200 N MAIN ST
EAST LONGMEADOW, MA 1028
Categories: EAST LONGMEADOW MA

1515 ALLEN ST 21.2 miles

1515 ALLEN ST
SPRINGFIELD, MA 1118
Categories: SPRINGFIELD MA

430 Cooley Street 21.6 miles

430 Cooley Street
Springfield, MA 1128
Categories: Springfield MA

1233 MAIN ST 21.7 miles

1233 MAIN ST
HOLYOKE, MA 1040
Categories: HOLYOKE MA

8 S COMMONS RD 22.5 miles

8 S COMMONS RD
WATERBURY, CT 6704
Categories: WATERBURY CT

200 MERROW RD 23.1 miles

200 MERROW RD
TOLLAND, CT 6084
Categories: TOLLAND CT

140 CARANDO DR 23.1 miles

140 CARANDO DR
SPRINGFIELD, MA 1104
Categories: SPRINGFIELD MA

816 Broad Street, Ste 22, 23.2 miles

816 Broad Street, Ste 22,
Meriden, CT 6450
Categories: Meriden CT

28 CRESCENT ST 23.5 miles

28 CRESCENT ST
MIDDLETOWN, CT 6457
Categories: MIDDLETOWN CT

575 BEECH ST 24.1 miles

575 BEECH ST
HOLYOKE, MA 1040
Categories: HOLYOKE MA

1064 E MAIN ST STE 301 24.2 miles

1064 E MAIN ST STE 301
MERIDEN, CT 6450
Categories: MERIDEN CT

506 FROST RD 24.6 miles

506 FROST RD
WATERBURY, CT 6705
Categories: WATERBURY CT

400 Saybrook Rd, 24.6 miles

400 Saybrook Rd,
Middletown, CT 6457
Categories: Middletown CT

534 SAYBROOK RD Ste 700 25.0 miles

534 SAYBROOK RD Ste 700
MIDDLETOWN, CT 6457
Categories: MIDDLETOWN CT

Handy Resources

Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing

  1. National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

    Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.

  2. FDA: Drug Testing

    Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.

  3. PDR.net

    Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.

  4. BeSafeRx - FDA

    Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.

  5. SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace

    Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.

  6. Drugs.com

    Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.

  7. Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)

    Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.

  8. Merck Manuals

    Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.

  9. SAMHSA Store

    Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.

  10. National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)

    Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.

  11. CDC: Workplace Health Promotion

    CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.

  12. Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing

    General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.

  13. MedlinePlus: Drug Testing

    Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.

  14. University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia

    Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.

  15. World Health Organization (WHO)

    International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.

  16. Healthline: Drug Testing

    Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.

  17. WebMD: Drug Testing

    Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.

  18. National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)

    Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.

AI Overview

In-Home Drug Testing

In-home drug testing is a method used by individuals to check for the presence of drugs in the body, typically through urine, saliva, or hair sample tests. This form of testing is commonly employed by parents, employers, and educational institutions who wish to monitor drug use. It can also be useful for individuals monitoring their own recovery from drug addiction or for those who need to ensure a drug-free status for workplace compliance.

Types of In-Home Drug Tests

  • Urine Tests: The most common type, these tests detect drugs and their metabolites in urine. They are known for their ease of use, rapid results, and affordability.
  • Saliva Tests: These involve collecting saliva to detect drug residues. While not as sensitive as urine tests, they are less invasive and can detect drug use within a shorter window after consumption.
  • Hair Follicle Tests: These tests provide a longer detection window, tracing drug use back up to 90 days. However, they are more expensive and require sending a sample to a lab for analysis.

Advantages of In-Home Drug Testing

In-home drug testing kits offer several benefits:

  1. Privacy: Allows testing in a private setting, which can be less stressful for individuals being tested.
  2. Convenience: Tests can be performed at any time and do not require appointments with healthcare providers.
  3. Immediate Results: Most tests provide results within minutes, offering quick insight into drug use.
  4. Cost-Effective: These tests are generally more affordable than testing conducted at medical facilities.

Limitations and Considerations

While in-home drug testing kits are useful, they also have limitations:

  • Accuracy: The accuracy can vary between brands and types of tests. False positives and false negatives can occur, especially if the test kits are not used correctly.
  • Legal Implications: The results from in-home tests might not be admissible in court or in formal employment settings, which often require confirmation from professional labs.
  • Drug Detection Windows: Each drug has a different detection window, and some drugs may not be detectable shortly after use.

Choosing the Right Test

When selecting an in-home drug testing kit, consider the following:

  1. Substances Tested: Ensure the kit can detect the specific drugs you are concerned about.
  2. Sensitivity and Specificity: Look for kits that balance sensitivity (ability to detect drugs at low levels) with specificity (ability to avoid false positives).
  3. User Reviews: Research reviews and feedback to gauge the effectiveness and reliability of different brands and types.

In summary, in-home drug testing can be a valuable tool for maintaining a safe and drug-free environment. However, it is essential to understand its limitations and ensure proper usage to obtain reliable results.

Local Area Info: Simsbury, Connecticut

Simsbury boasts a highly recognized educational system. In 2016 Simsbury High School ranked 4th best high school in CT by Niche and 9th by U.S. News & World Report. The suburb also houses multiple private schools including the Ethel Walker School, Westminster School, The Master's School, St. Mary's Elementary School, and the Cobb Montessori School.

At the beginning of the 17th century, the area today known as Simsbury was inhabited by indigenous peoples. The Wappinger were one of these groups, composed of eighteen bands, organized not as formally as a tribe, but more of an association, like the Delaware. These bands lived between the Hudson and Connecticut rivers. The Wappingers were one of the Algonquian peoples, a linguistic grouping which includes hundreds of tribes. One of the Wappinger bands, the Massaco, lived near, but mostly west of what is now called the Farmington River, the area now known as Simsbury and Canton. The river was called the Massaco by the native inhabitants. The term Massaco (pronounced Mas-saco) may refer to the indigenous peoples, the river itself, the village occupied by the indigenous peoples, and the land adjacent to the river.

In 1633, Windsor was the second town in Connecticut settled by Europeans and the first English settlement (the first European settlement being Huys de Goede Hoop, established by the Dutch in the Hartford area as a frontier settlement for the New Netherland Colony ten years earlier). For some time, the area of Massaco was considered "an appendix to the towne of Windsor." Settlers in Windsor forested and farmed in the area, but did not come to Massaco permanently for a number of years. In 1642, the General Court [of the colony of Connecticut] ordered that:

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Population (total): Population in 2010: 23,511. >Population change since 2000: +1.2%

Median Age: 43.5 years

Poverty (overall):

Poverty (breakdown):

Elevation: 181 feet

Population Density:

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