California offers a variety of resources to help individuals struggling with drug addiction. These include hotlines, treatment centers, support groups, and state-funded programs tailored to meet diverse needs. --- ### **Hotlines and Immediate Help** 1. **SAMHSA National Helpline** - 24/7 free, confidential treatment referral and information for substance use. - Phone: 1-800-662-HELP (4357) - Website: [www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline](https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline) 2. **California Poison Control System (For Overdose Assistance)** - Provides guidance for overdose emergencies. - Phone: 1-800-222-1222 - Website: [www.calpoison.org](https://www.calpoison.org) 3. **California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) Substance Use Helpline** - Offers state-specific assistance and connects individuals to local programs. - Phone: 1-800-879-2772 - Website: [www.dhcs.ca.gov](https://www.dhcs.ca.gov) 4. **Crisis Text Line** - Text HOME to 741741 for 24/7 confidential support. --- ### **Statewide Addiction Treatment Programs** 1. **California Access to Recovery Effort (CARE) Program** - Provides vouchers for drug addiction treatment and recovery services. - Website: [www.dhcs.ca.gov/services/Care](https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/services/Care) 2. **California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) - Behavioral Health Services** - Offers resources for Medi-Cal beneficiaries seeking treatment for substance use disorders. - Website: [www.dhcs.ca.gov/services/bh](https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/services/bh) 3. **Medi-Cal Substance Use Disorder Services** - Eligible individuals can access residential and outpatient treatment programs. - Check with your local Medi-Cal office: [www.coveredca.com](https://www.coveredca.com) --- ### **Treatment Centers and Recovery Services** 1. **Phoenix House California** - Provides residential and outpatient drug treatment programs across the state. - Phone: 1-888-671-9392 - Website: [www.phoenixhouse.org](https://www.phoenixhouse.org) 2. **Betty Ford Center (Part of Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation)** - Offers comprehensive addiction treatment for all substances. - Locations: Rancho Mirage, San Diego, Los Angeles - Website: [www.hazeldenbettyford.org](https://www.hazeldenbettyford.org) 3. **Tarzana Treatment Centers** - Full-spectrum addiction services, including detox, rehab, and mental health care. - Locations: Greater Los Angeles Area - Website: [www.tarzanatc.org](https://www.tarzanatc.org) 4. **Kaiser Permanente Addiction Medicine Services** - Offers substance use treatment for Kaiser members. - Contact your local Kaiser facility: [www.kaiserpermanente.org](https://www.kaiserpermanente.org) --- ### **Support Groups** 1. **Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA)** - Peer-led support groups for individuals recovering from addiction. - AA Website: [www.aa.org](https://www.aa.org) - NA Website: [www.na.org](https://www.na.org) 2. **SMART Recovery** - Self-empowering addiction recovery support. - Website: [www.smartrecovery.org](https://www.smartrecovery.org) 3. **Celebrate Recovery** - Faith-based addiction recovery program. - Website: [www.celebraterecovery.com](https://www.celebraterecovery.com) 4. **Refuge Recovery** - Buddhist-inspired recovery groups. - Website: [www.refugerecovery.org](https://www.refugerecovery.org) --- ### **Youth and Teen Programs** 1. **Teen Line** - Confidential peer support for teens struggling with addiction. - Phone: 1-800-TLC-TEEN (852-8336) - Text: TEEN to 839863 - Website: [www.teenlineonline.org](https://www.teenlineonline.org) 2. **Adolescent Substance Use Treatment Programs** - Available through county behavioral health departments. Contact your county for local options: [Directory of County Behavioral Health Services](https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/individuals/Pages/MHPContactList.aspx) --- ### **Housing and Transitional Support** 1. **Oxford Houses of California** - Sober living homes for individuals recovering from addiction. - Website: [www.oxfordhouse.org](https://www.oxfordhouse.org) 2. **Sober Living Network** - Provides a directory of certified sober living facilities in California. - Website: [www.soberhousing.net](https://www.soberhousing.net) --- ### **Overdose Prevention** 1. **Naloxone (Narcan) Access** - California provides free or low-cost naloxone to reverse opioid overdoses. - Learn more: [Naloxone Distribution Project](https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/individuals/Naloxone) 2. **Harm Reduction Coalition (CA Office)** - Offers syringe exchange programs and overdose prevention training. - Website: [www.harmreduction.org](https://www.harmreduction.org) --- ### **Advocacy and Community Resources** 1. **California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals (CCAPP)** - Represents providers and connects individuals to certified programs. - Website: [www.ccapp.us](https://www.ccapp.us) 2. **Drug Policy Alliance (DPA)** - Advocates for policies and support services for addiction recovery. - Website: [www.drugpolicy.org](https://www.drugpolicy.org) --- If you need help navigating these resources or connecting with a specific organization, let me know!