DRUG AND ALCOHOL ADDICTION AND MISUSE RESOURCES
LOCAL/REGIONAL
Action Drug Rehabs – Santa Clarita
Action Drug Rehabs in Santa Clarita provides comprehensive treatment for adults and adolescents struggling with substance use disorders. We offer a full continuum of care, including residential treatment, detox, partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient programs (IOP), and sober living. Our services include individual counseling, drug and alcohol education, case management, assessments, treatment planning, and recovery support meetings. We are committed to helping clients develop the skills and resilience necessary for long-term recovery while maintaining their daily responsibilities.
Our approach prioritizes individualized care, addressing both addiction and co-occurring mental health conditions in a structured yet supportive environment. Using evidence-based treatment methods, we provide therapy, education, and life skills development to empower clients on their journey to sobriety. Our flexible programs are designed to accommodate different levels of care, ensuring that each individual receives the support they need at every stage of recovery.
Located in the heart of Santa Clarita, Action Drug Rehabs is a trusted resource for individuals and families seeking help in overcoming addiction. Our experienced team is dedicated to providing professional, compassionate, and ethical care to guide clients toward a healthier, more fulfilling life. For more information, call us at 800-367-8336 or visit our website.
A LIGHT OF HOPE SUPPORT CENTER
A Light of Hope (ALOH) is a support group system for local families and individuals in
crisis. We provide support for youth and young adults 14-26 years of age struggling with
substance abuse and/or self-destructive actions or behaviors. We emphasize a 12-Step
approach to family recovery, as well as Alternative Peer Group (APG) community of caring and
welcoming experience for young people and their families. Free support groups for youth and
parents (held separately). Located at 21176 Centre Pointe Parkway, Unit 300, Santa Clarita,
CA 91350.
Call 661-513-HEAL (4325). Email: [email protected]
ASCEND HEALTHCARE
Ascend is a leading Adolescent and Family behavioral healthcare company dedicated to addressing complex mental health and family issues. Specializing in comprehensive diagnostic niche residential programs, Ascend offers a range of specialized services tailored to meet the unique needs of adolescents ages 12-17 and their families.
Our residential programs include:
- ● Dual Diagnosis (substance abuse)
- ● Primary Mental Health
- ● Girls Trauma Program
- ● Boys Trauma Program
- ● Neurodiverse Program
- ● Disordered Eating
- ● OCD
Located conveniently in Sand Canyon, our residential treatment programs provide families with close access to their children while offering ample space for safe healing. Emphasizing both experiential and evidence-based treatments, our services are effective for a diverse range of clinical populations. We additionally offer Los Angeles based Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient Programs.
Many of our residential programs are situated on small animal farms, providing our clients with a unique opportunity to connect with nature and engage in outdoor activities. This environment fosters the development of empathy, problem-solving skills, responsibility, and independence.
At Ascend, we prioritize parenting and parenting skills, offering at least 4 hours per week of parent programming, including Skills Groups and Parenting with Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
We also offer free levels of care assessments to help families determine the most appropriate treatment options for their loved ones. Ascend is proud to be in-network with most major insurance companies, making our services accessible to those who need them most.
For more information on Ascend programs, please visit: https://www.ascendhc.com
Call (310) 598-1840
ASPIRE COUNSELING SERVICES
Formerly known as The Way Out Recovery SCV, Aspire’s mission is to provide high-quality, effective treatment to those suffering from substance use disorder and related issues. Their goal is to assist adolescents, adults, and their loved ones in becoming happily and usefully whole. Aspire accepts most insurance. Call 24/7 (888) 585-7373 or visit Aspire’s Santa Clarita page at the link below.
CHILD AND FAMILY CENTER
Our Alcohol & Drug Treatment program provides individualized services to meet the needs of people in various stages of recovery from alcohol or drug use. We provide various levels of outpatient services, intensive outpatient, and recovery support services. An assessment is completed upon intake, followed by collaborating on realistic treatment goals and recovery plans. We offer personal care and treatment that fit your busy day-to-day schedule, with services during the day, evening and weekend. If you or someone you know needs help, please call (661) 259-9439.
CORE Center – Connecting to Opportunities for Recovery and Engagement
The CORE Center is a service of the Substance Abuse Prevention and Control program of the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health.
CORE Center staff are able to provide screening to identify alcohol/drug treatment needs and connect individuals to an appropriate local treatment center. Families and friends can build skills to talk about alcohol/drugs with loved ones and learn how to help someone experiencing a drug overdose.
Core Center Services
- ● Information on alcohol and drug prevention, and community advocacy opportunities.
- ● Workshops such as preventing teen substance use and vaping, understanding health risks of different drugs, understanding substance use disorders and treatment services, and recognizing signs of relapse.
- ● Training on how to administer medication (naloxone) to reverse an opioid overdose.
- ● Screenings to identify treatment needs.
- ● Referrals to no-cost treatment services for Medi-Cal and My Health LA clients.
If you or someone you know has a substance use disorder, also known as addiction, CORE can help. Call the Substance Abuse Service Helpline: (844) 804-7500
Learn more about the CORE Center at:
https://publichealth.lacounty.gov/sapc/public/corecenter/
HOPE CENTER – Valencia Hills Community Church
The Hope Center is a community center in Canyon Country established by the Valencia Hills Community Church that helps with substance abuse, ESL, and other community-based programs.
All resources are available to the full community, not just to church members. Please visit our website and call us for more information at (661) 775-1885.
SANTA CLARITA VALLEY MENTAL HEALTH CENTER
The Santa Clarita Valley Mental Health Center is directly-operated by Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health.
Since 1974, SCVMHC has provided a range of mental health services to individuals 18 years of age and older who are experiencing symptoms of mental illness. Among the services offered are substance abuse treatment and co-occurring disorder treatment (mental health/substance abuse).
Call: (661) 288-4800
Location: 23501 Cinema Drive, Valencia, CA. The facility is within walking distance of public transportation. Santa Clarita Transit buses 1-8.
Hours:
- ● Operation Hours: MON, WED, THURS, FRI 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
- ● TUES 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
- ● Walk In Hours: MON, WED, THURS, FRI 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
- ● TUES 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
More information:
https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dmh/1130327_SA2_SCVMHC_brochure.pdf
HENRY MAYO NEWHALL MEMORIAL HOSPITAL – Behavioral Health Unit
Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital is a private alcohol and drug rehab that offers treatment for a variety of substance abuse addictions including co-occurring mental health disorders. Accepts those age 18-65+. Located at 23845 McBean Pkwy, Valencia, CA 91355
https://www.henrymayo.com/medical-services/behavioral-health-unit/
Call (661) 200-1080; (661) 200-2000
OLIVE VIEW-UCLA Medical Center
Addiction is not a moral issue or a personal weakness. It is a disease. There is no shame in having a disease. Addiction is treatable. Once you recognize the signs, you can start the conversation. It is never too late to ask for help. Please talk honestly with your health care provider about your use of alcohol, tobacco, opiates, methamphetamine, cocaine and other drugs. You can let them know if you have experienced any of the following in the last 3 months: • You have felt or been told that you should stop drinking or using drugs. • You have felt guilty about how much you drink alcohol or use drugs. • You have been waking up wanting to drink alcohol or use drugs. You can also get help by calling the Los Angeles County Substance Abuse Service Helpline (SASH) at 1-844-804-7500 or visit the website: https://sapccis.ph.lacounty.gov/sbat.
DrugFreeYouth Santa Clarita
Drug Free Youth in SCV provides a free, school-based drug prevention program for Elementary, Junior High and High School students in the Santa Clarita Valley.
Our purpose is to raise awareness amongst students on the risks associated with drugs and empower students to make good choices to prevent substance use and dependency, leading to a healthy, drug-free lifestyle.
To learn more about the programs, including Parenting for Prevention, please visit the website: https://dfy.santaclarita.gov
Call (661) 250-3727
SANTA CLARITA VALLEY CENTRAL OFFICE OF ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS
Fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism.
The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. online tools to assess whether you or a friend are an alcoholic, Help for family members living with an alcoholic. 661-250-9922 8am-10pm
Santa Clarita Valley Narcotics Anonymous
You are never alone. In the Santa Clarita Valley Area there are currently 14 groups holding 18 meetings per week. The SCVNA is made up of the following communities: Agua Dulce, Canyon Country, Castaic, Filmore, Fort Tejon, Frazier Park, Gorman, Hungry Valley, Lake of the Woods, Lake Piru, Lebec, Lockwood Valley, Neenach, Newhall, Pine Mountain Club, Pyramid Lake, Sandberg, Saugus, Stevenson Ranch, Valencia, and Val Verde. Find the one that fits you on the website or call the helpline at 800-338-2155.
- For general information about Narcotics Anonymous, visit: https://www.scvna.com
SALVATION ARMY
The Salvation Army offers no-fee, faith-based rehabilitation programs that provided
emotional, spiritual and social assistance to those struggling with drug and alcohol
addiction. For more information, call the toll-free number: 1-800-725-2769.
An Adult Rehabilitation Center is located at 21375 Roscoe Boulevard, Canoga Park, CA, 91304.
See the website for hours of operation. For more information, please call: (818) 883-6321
GREATER LOS ANGELES
LA County Health Services – Substance Abuse Service
Addiction is not a moral issue or a personal weakness; it is a disease. There is no shame in having a disease. Addiction is treatable. Once you recognize the signs, you can start the conversation. It is never too late to ask for help.
Please talk honestly with your health care provider about your use of alcohol, tobacco, opiates, methamphetamine, cocaine and other drugs. You can let them know if you have experienced any of the following in the last 3 months:
- • You have felt or been told that you should stop drinking or using drugs.
- • You have felt guilty about how much you drink alcohol or use drugs.
- • You have been waking up wanting to drink alcohol or use drugs.
You can also get help by calling the Los Angeles County Substance Abuse Service Helpline (SASH) at 1-844-804-7500 or visit: https://sapccis.ph.lacounty.gov/sbat/
MENTAL HEALTH AMERICA of LOS ANGELES (MHALA)
Mental Health America of Los Angeles (MHALA) works to ensure that people with mental health needs achieve meaningful, healthy lives in their communities. We serve adults and transition-age youth who are facing mental health needs and do not have financial resources, including Veterans and people who are or have been homeless.
MHALA’s comprehensive services include mental and medical health care, housing, wellness services, employment, educational and financial services, and more. Our services are provided by multi-disciplinary teams. We provide services at multiple sites in Los Angeles County, including Long Beach, the Antelope Valley, and the Santa Clarita Valley.
MHALA also has substance abuse specialists to assist members who are dealing with substance addiction. All program staff have training to assist members to access appropriate substance addiction treatment and support services. Call (888) 242-2522
NATIONAL COUNCIL ON ALCOHOLISM AND DRUG DEPENDENCE (NCADD) OF THE SAN FERNANDO VALLEY
Founded in the early 1970’s, the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence of the San Fernando Valley [NCADD-SFV] is a non-profit community-based organization dedicated to providing multiple levels of substance-use disorder (SUD) outpatient treatment services to those in need of recovery, as well as education and prevention services to schools and the community regarding the disease of alcoholism and drug dependence/abuse and the negative effects abuse/addiction has on the individual, their family, and their community.
NCADD-SFV services include: (i) adult alcohol and/or substance use counseling and treatment; (ii) compliant referrals for DCFS, court ordered probation and/or parole for substance use counseling and treatment; (iii) Drug Medi-Cal, Private Health Insurance and Self-Pay treatment services; (IV) Parenting and Family program; (v) PC1210; (vi) Drug Testing; (vii) Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) ; (viii) Individual Therapy; (IX) Care Coordination and referrals for detoxification, hospitals, sober living and other social determinants.
Santa Clarita Office: (661) 253-9400. 24460 Lyons Avenue, 91321
Van Nuys Administrative Offices: (818) 997-0414
PHOENIX HOUSE CALIFORNIA
Substance use disorder is one of America’s most challenging public health problems and effects everyone. However, substance use disorder can be prevented and effectively treated, and we are committed to helping young people, women, and men overcome substance use to live extraordinary lives in recovery.
We offer a variety of effective services for those seeking help with their alcohol or substance use disorders and/or mental health issues, in addition to ongoing care for people who are already in recovery. For youth, we provide school-based mental health, substance use, and prevention services designed to help students learn new life skills, set positive goals, rebuild family relationships, and succeed at school.
Phoenix House offers select services at different locations in Southern CA.
For Adults: Substance Use Outpatient Treatment is available at the Lake View Terrace, Venice and Santa Ana locations. For more information:
https://phoenixhouseca.org/contact/
For Adolescent: Outpatient Substance Use Disorder; Wraparound Services for Families; and Community & School-Based Prevention & Mental Health Services are available at the Lake View Terrace location. For more information on the Outpatient Substance Abuse Services for Youth & Young Adults, visit the website:
https://phoenixhouseca.org/outpatient-substance-abuse-adolescents-teens/
Call: (818) 814-9770
For locations in Florida, New York, and Texas, see: https://www.phoenixhouse.org
Call: (888) 671-9392
KAISER ADDICTION MEDICINE DEPARTMENT
Treatment for SUD and addiction is highly personal — there’s not a single path to recovery that works for everyone. Kaiser Permanente offers a full range of evidence-based treatment options for adults and teens, and we’ll work with you to create a care plan that’s specific to your needs. Below are some of the types of treatment you may receive
- • Medical detox and withdrawal symptom management
- • Treatment Programs
- • Counseling
- • Medication
- • Self-care tools
- • Connections to recovery resources and support
For substance use services, call 1-800-390-3503
TARZANA TREATMENT CENTERS
Tarzana Treatment Centers, Inc. is a full-service behavioral healthcare organization that provides high quality, cost-effective substance abuse and mental health treatment to adults and youth. We are a non-profit, community-based organization that operates a psychiatric hospital, residential and outpatient alcohol and drug treatment centers and family medical clinics. All facilities are licensed and certified by the State of California and the County of Los Angeles and are accredited by The Joint Commission.
Substance Use Services include:
- • Substance Use Disorder Treatment
- • Medication for Addiction Treatment (MAT)
- • Outpatient Treatment
- • Recovery Support Services
- • Residential Treatment
- • Withdrawal Management (detox)
- • Veteran and Active Military Service Member Treatment Services
Call (888) 777-8565
Locations in Woodland Hills, Tarzana, Northridge, Reseda, Lancaster, Palmdale, Los Angeles, Long Beach
UCLA RESNICK HOSPITAL FOR DUAL DIAGNOSIS
The UCLA Dual Diagnosis Program is an 8-week Intensive Outpatient program consisting of group therapy each weekday, once weekly individual therapy, and medication management.
The program uses evidence-based approaches to treat both Addictive Disorders and co-occurring conditions including Depressive Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, and Bipolar Disorder. Addiction and co-occurring disorders are treated simultaneously with emphasis given to the way in which these conditions reinforce one another.
(310) 825-2631
BEIT T’SHUVAH
Beit T’Shuvah’s mission is to heal broken souls and save the lives of those wrestling with addiction by providing integrated care in a community setting. We believe everyone has the right to redemption, which is why we never turn a single soul away due to their inability to pay.
For over 35 years, Beit T’Shuvah has helped addicts from across the country learn how to live in recovery from addiction and destructive behaviors. Through industry best practices, and an individualized treatment program that prepare each resident for long-term success, our vibrant spiritual community isn’t just about sobriety. It’s about transformation.
Beit T’Shuvah offers long-term residential treatment for Substance Abuse Disorder and other destructive behaviors, a top-tier gambling treatment program, a widely-recognized alternative sentencing program, intervention services, family therapy, and spiritual counseling. Call 310-204-5200
NATIONAL
ADDICTION CENTER
A free web guide that connects individuals struggling with addiction to treatment options, as well as provides valuable information about substance dependence.
Search for national listings at: http://www.addictioncenter.com/a> The California Drug Rehabs website contains information about state-funded rehabilitation that is available to qualifying residents with Medicaid and Medi-Cal and therapy made available through other programs.
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS (A.A.)
Alcoholics anonymous is a fellowship of people who come together to solve their drinking problem. It doesn’t cost anything to attend A.A. meetings. There are no age or education requirements to participate. Membership is open to anyone who wants to do something about their drinking problem. A.A.’s primary purpose it to help alcoholics achieve sobriety.
Find more information about this worldwide organization, visit their website which includes a self-assessment tool, program description, and resources, and more.
National: https://findrecovery.com
AL-ANON FAMILY GROUPS
Al Anon is a mutual support program for people whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking. By sharing common experiences and applying the Al-Anon principles, families and friends of alcoholics can bring positive changes to their individual situations, whether or not the alcoholic admits the existence of a drinking problem or seeks help.
Alateen, a part of the Al-Anon Family Groups, is a fellowship of young people (mostly teenagers) whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking whether they are in your life drinking or not. By attending Alateen, teenagers meet other teenagers with similar situations. Alateen is not a religious program and there are no fees or dues to belong to it.
Call for meeting information: (888) 425-2666
Drug Abuse Hotline California/National Drug Helpline
A drug and alcohol hotline to get free information about substance use or misuse This is a toll-free number available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. All calls are completely confidential and private, and can be made without fear of getting into trouble with the law. We take calls from those suffering from substance abuse all over the state. Whether you live in San Diego, Los Angeles, San Francisco or Sacramento, we can help. Call 1-844-289-0879
NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS
Narcotics Anonymous is a fellowship or society of men and women for whom Drugs had become a
major problem. We are not interested in what or how much you used or who your connections
were, what you have done in the past, how much or how little you have, but only in what you
want to do about your problem and how we can help. We are recovering addicts who meet
regularly to help each other stay clean.
- For general information about Narcotics Anonymous, visit: https://na.org
SAMHSA National Helpline
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) operates a 24/7/365 hotline that refers callers to mental health and substance abuse resources in their area. All programs recommended by SAMHSA meet federal guidelines for assisting people with mental health and addiction disorders, and all inquiries are kept strictly confidential. Spanish services are available, as are English services, by calling 1-800-662-HELP (4357), or 1-800-487-4889 for TTY users. SAMHSA also operates an online treatment locator tool people can use to find addiction and mental health assistance nearby.