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One of the most disturbing things you’ll see go hand-in-hand with drug addiction is homelessness. And nowhere is that on display quite like it is in Los Angeles. For those who aren’t “used to” seeing encampment areas like LA’s “skid row,” to say it’s a culture shock is an understatement. Tents line the sidewalks as far as the eye can see in either direction, and those tents are usually occupied by residents who are severely struggling with addiction and mental health issues. The ultimate question is what can we do to help these people access treatment and come in off the streets for good?
How We Rank Listings
Every facility on Addictions.com is reviewed against the same set of criteria so the directory reflects the realities of treatment, not paid placement. We verify state licensure, look for third-party accreditation through bodies such as The Joint Commission and CARF, and confirm that programs follow evidence-based clinical practices. We also weigh the breadth of services offered, including the levels of care available, support for co-occurring mental health conditions, and the populations a program is equipped to serve.
Beyond clinical fundamentals, we look at the practical details that shape access: insurance and payment options accepted, sliding-scale or financial assistance availability, and the transparency of admissions and pricing information. Listings are updated as we receive new licensing data, accreditation changes, and verified information from facilities and public records. Sponsored placements, when present, are clearly identified and never alter how we evaluate a program.
Rehab in Los Angeles: What to Know
Los Angeles is the largest city in Los Angeles County and the second-largest in the United States, with roughly four million residents in the city and close to ten million across the county. The directory currently lists 196 addiction treatment programs in Los Angeles, ranging from medical detox and residential rehab to outpatient clinics, opioid treatment programs, and sober living homes. Choices reflect the size of the metro: large hospital-affiliated programs, specialty providers serving veterans and LGBTQ+ residents, faith-based recovery houses, and privately operated centers across neighborhoods from the Westside to the San Fernando Valley. The California rehab directory covers programs outside the city limits.
The public treatment system in Los Angeles is coordinated by the County Department of Public Health’s Bureau of Substance Abuse Prevention and Control, known as SAPC. SAPC contracts with more than 150 community-based organizations to deliver prevention, harm reduction, treatment, and recovery services, and supports a 24-hour Substance Abuse Service Helpline that connects callers with a screening and a treatment referral. Adults and youth enrolled in Medi-Cal or My Health LA can access the full continuum of care through the Los Angeles County Drug Medi-Cal Organized Delivery System. For an overview of how care is structured nationally, see our guide to addiction treatment options.
The local picture of substance use has shifted notably in the past two years. Fentanyl drove the steepest portion of the county’s overdose crisis from 2016 through 2023, with annual fentanyl-related deaths peaking at 2,001 in 2023. In 2024, county officials reported a 37% drop in fentanyl deaths and a 22% drop in all drug-related overdose deaths, the largest single-year decline in county history, which they credit to scaled-up investments in naloxone distribution, harm reduction, and treatment expansion. Even with that decline, fentanyl was still involved in 52% of accidental overdose deaths in 2024, and fentanyl overdose risk remains the most pressing substance use issue across the city.
Los Angeles is also home to one of the largest VA networks in the country, including the West Los Angeles VA Medical Center and the Los Angeles Ambulatory Care Center’s Substance Use Disorder Clinic, both of which provide outpatient care, medication-assisted treatment, and residential rehabilitation for veterans. CARE Court, the state’s civil court process for adults with untreated severe mental illness, is administered locally by the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health and is most relevant to residents with co-occurring psychotic disorders.
Cost of Rehab in Los Angeles
The price of treatment in Los Angeles varies widely by level of care, length of stay, amenities, and whether a program is in-network with your insurance. There is no single sticker price for rehab in the city, but California state averages provide a useful anchor for what to expect at each level when paid without insurance. Verifying your rehab benefits with a facility’s admissions team is the most reliable way to estimate your actual out-of-pocket cost, since most California-regulated health plans cover at least 30 days of inpatient care and unlimited medically necessary outpatient visits for substance use disorders.
Los Angeles is generally at or above the California average given the higher cost of living across the metro and the concentration of private and luxury facilities along the Westside and in the Hollywood Hills. Standard outpatient programs, intensive outpatient programs, and methadone or buprenorphine maintenance are typically the lowest-cost paths to care. Stand-alone medical detox is the most expensive, especially for polysubstance dependence that requires extended medical monitoring. Free and low-cost care is available through SAPC’s network of contracted providers for residents who qualify for Medi-Cal, My Health LA, or other county-funded programs, and through faith-based and nonprofit recovery houses across the city.
How to Pay for Rehab in Los Angeles
Across the 196 programs listed in Los Angeles, the majority accept self-payment and private insurance, and a substantial share also bill Medi-Cal or Medicare. Sliding-scale fees, financial assistance, and financing are commonly available, and a small group of programs provide free treatment funded through county contracts or grants. The cards below show how many Los Angeles programs in our directory accept each payment type.
Medicare
Medicare Part A covers medically necessary inpatient hospital care, including inpatient substance use disorder treatment, while Part B covers outpatient services such as counseling, intensive outpatient programs, and certain medications for opioid use disorder. Medicare Advantage plans bundle these benefits and may add coverage for transportation, telehealth, or care management. Forty-four Los Angeles programs in the directory accept Medicare, and many partner with hospital systems that handle benefits verification directly. Coverage details vary by plan and by setting, so it is worth confirming with the facility’s admissions team before starting care.
Medi-Cal
Medi-Cal is California’s Medicaid program, and in Los Angeles County it pays for substance use disorder services through the Drug Medi-Cal Organized Delivery System administered by SAPC. Covered services include withdrawal management, residential treatment, intensive outpatient, standard outpatient, opioid treatment programs, recovery services, and case management, all delivered by SAPC-contracted providers. Medication-assisted treatment for opioid use disorder, including methadone and buprenorphine, is covered when medically necessary. Eligible residents can request a screening and referral through the 24-hour Substance Abuse Service Helpline at 1-844-804-7500.
Military Benefits
Veterans living in Los Angeles can access addiction treatment through the VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System, which includes the West Los Angeles VA Medical Center on Wilshire Boulevard and the Los Angeles Ambulatory Care Center’s Substance Use Disorder Clinic downtown. The VA covers detox, residential rehabilitation, outpatient programs, medication-assisted treatment, and care for co-occurring PTSD and other mental health conditions. Nine Los Angeles programs in the directory also accept TRICARE for active-duty service members, military retirees, and eligible family members. See additional rehab resources for veterans and military families.
Insurance and Private Pay
Most major commercial insurers operate in California and contract with Los Angeles facilities. The plans listed below cover at least some substance use disorder care for in-network members, and California’s mental health parity rules require commercial plans to cover SUD treatment at the same level as comparable medical care. Out-of-pocket costs depend on your plan’s deductible, coinsurance, and whether the facility is in-network.
- Aetna
- Anthem Blue Cross of California
- Blue Shield of California
- Cigna
- HealthNet
- Humana
- Kaiser Permanente
- L.A. Care Health Plan
- Magellan
- Molina Healthcare
- UnitedHealthcare
Other Low-Cost Options
Forty-eight Los Angeles programs offer a sliding-scale fee that adjusts based on income, and 54 programs provide other financial assistance, ranging from internal scholarships to grants funded by opioid settlement dollars and county contracts. Financing through outside lenders is available at 51 programs, which lets residents spread the cost of care over a longer period.
Free Treatment Programs
Ten Los Angeles programs in the directory offer free treatment, typically funded through SAPC, opioid settlement funds, faith-based grants, or charitable donations. Eligibility generally depends on income, Medi-Cal status, or referral from a county program. Wait lists are common, especially for residential beds. Outside the directory, the county’s harm reduction and engagement hubs provide free naloxone, fentanyl test strips, and overdose response training without requiring identification or proof of income.
Levels of Care Available in Los Angeles
Los Angeles offers the full continuum of substance use disorder care, with 62 medical detox programs, 89 inpatient rehabs, 14 partial hospitalization programs, 155 standard outpatient clinics, and 45 sober living homes listed in our directory. The cards below show how many programs in each category are available in the city.
Medical Detox
Medical detox is the first step of care for people with significant physical dependence on alcohol, opioids, benzodiazepines, or other substances. Programs use round-the-clock monitoring and medications to manage withdrawal safely, and most stays last three to ten days depending on the substance and severity. Detox by itself is not a complete treatment for addiction; it prepares a person for the next level of care.
Inpatient and Residential Rehab
Inpatient rehab provides 24-hour clinical care in a residential setting, typically for 30 to 90 days. Programs combine individual and group therapy, psychiatric services, medication management, family involvement, and life-skills work. This level of care is often recommended for people with a moderate or severe substance use disorder, a history of relapse, or co-occurring mental health conditions that need close monitoring.
Partial Hospitalization
Partial hospitalization programs, often called PHPs or day treatment, offer five to seven hours of clinical care per day, five days a week, without an overnight stay. PHPs work well as a step down from residential care or as a more intensive alternative for people who can return home each evening to a stable environment.
Outpatient and Intensive Outpatient
Outpatient rehab and intensive outpatient programs provide structured therapy and group sessions on a schedule that fits around work, school, or caregiving. Intensive outpatient programs typically run nine to 15 hours per week, while standard outpatient care can be as light as one weekly therapy session. Many Los Angeles programs offer telehealth options for outpatient care.
Dual Diagnosis and Co-Occurring Care
One hundred forty-five programs in Los Angeles treat co-occurring substance use and mental health conditions, such as co-occurring anxiety disorders, depression, PTSD, and bipolar disorder. Integrated treatment addresses both conditions at the same time, with psychiatry, medication, and therapy delivered by a single coordinated team rather than in separate silos.
Sober Living and Aftercare
Forty-five sober living homes in Los Angeles provide structured, substance-free housing for people transitioning out of residential treatment. Residents typically pay a monthly fee, follow house rules around curfews and drug testing, and attend outside therapy or 12-step meetings. Rehab aftercare may also include alumni groups, continuing therapy, recovery coaching, and medication management.
Specialty Programs in Los Angeles
Many Los Angeles programs tailor their clinical model to a specific population. The directory tracks specialty tracks for women, men, LGBTQ+ residents, veterans, young adults, older adults, and people whose primary concern is alcohol or opioid use. The grid below shows the number of programs offering each specialty.
Free and Low-Cost Rehab Resources in Los Angeles
Beyond the licensed treatment programs in the directory, Los Angeles residents can access a deep network of free or low-cost services through county, federal, and nonprofit channels. The resources below are starting points for residents who need help paying for care, who are not yet ready for formal treatment, or who are looking for harm reduction, crisis support, or recovery community.
Crisis Lines
If you or someone close to you is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health and overdose crises, the resources below are free, confidential, and operate around the clock. See additional suicide prevention resources and crisis support for guidance on talking with someone in crisis.
- 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Call or text 988 for free, 24/7 support. Available in English, Spanish, and through chat at 988lifeline.org.
- SAMHSA National Helpline. 1-800-662-HELP (4357). Free, confidential, 24/7 information and treatment referral in English and Spanish. samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline.
- L.A. County Department of Mental Health 24/7 Access Line. 1-800-854-7771. Connects residents with mental health crisis support, screening, and referrals to county mental health services.
County Treatment and Referral
- Substance Abuse Service Helpline (SAPC). 1-844-804-7500. The 24-hour helpline operated by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health’s Bureau of Substance Abuse Prevention and Control. Provides screening, referrals, and translation services. publichealth.lacounty.gov/sapc.
- Los Angeles County Drug Medi-Cal Organized Delivery System. 1-888-742-7900. Information line for Medi-Cal beneficiaries seeking substance use disorder treatment in Los Angeles County, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Recover LA. Online directory and education portal for Los Angeles County substance use services, including a search tool for nearby providers. recoverla.org.
- 211 LA. Dial 211 or visit 211la.org for help locating food, housing, mental health, and substance use resources across Los Angeles County.
Harm Reduction and Overdose Prevention
- SAPC Engagement and Overdose Prevention Hubs. Drop-in sites across Los Angeles County that distribute free naloxone, fentanyl test strips, and sterile supplies, and provide linkage to treatment. Location list at publichealth.lacounty.gov/sapc/public/harm-reduction.
- L.A. Community Health Project (CHPLA). Coordinates the county Overdose Education and Naloxone Distribution program and operates Naloxone Access Points in each Service Planning Area. chpla.org/oend.
- LA County Library Naloxone Distribution. Free naloxone and fentanyl test strips available at participating LA County Library branches. lacountylibrary.org/substance-abuse-prevention.
Veterans and Military
- VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System. West Los Angeles VA Medical Center, 11301 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90073. Main line: 310-478-3711. Provides outpatient and residential substance use disorder treatment, medication-assisted treatment, and integrated mental health care for eligible veterans. va.gov/greater-los-angeles-health-care.
- Los Angeles Ambulatory Care Center SUD Clinic. 351 E. Temple Street, 1st Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90012. Intake: 213-253-2677. Walk-in hours Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Veterans Crisis Line. Dial 988 and press 1, or text 838255 for free, confidential 24/7 support for veterans and their families.
Community and Nonprofit
- Los Angeles Centers for Alcohol and Drug Abuse (L.A. CADA). Long-running nonprofit providing outpatient and residential treatment, perinatal services, and re-entry programs. lacada.com.
- Homeless Outreach Program Integrated Care System (HOPICS). Operates a drop-in center, harm reduction services, and treatment linkage for residents experiencing homelessness in South Los Angeles. hopics.org.
- Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center, Los Angeles. 825 N. Western Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90029. Free residential rehabilitation program supported by community donations. 323-462-2358.
Family Safety and Support
If substance use overlaps with abuse at home, the county’s support resources for survivors of abuse include the Los Angeles County Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-978-3600 and the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233.
Drug and Alcohol Use Statistics in Los Angeles
Los Angeles County saw the largest single-year decline in drug-related overdose deaths in its history in 2024, a turnaround that public health officials attribute to expanded naloxone distribution, harm reduction services, and treatment access. Even with that progress, more than 2,400 residents still died from drug overdoses last year, and fentanyl remains involved in roughly half of all accidental overdose deaths.
For broader context, see our overview of national substance use statistics. Local trends in Los Angeles continue to track national patterns, with fentanyl driving the majority of opioid deaths and methamphetamine remaining a persistent driver of stimulant-related fatalities.
Resources
- County of Los Angeles. (2025). Public Health Reports Most Significant Decline in Drug-Related Overdose Deaths in LA County History. https://lacounty.gov/2025/06/25/public-health-reports-most-significant-decline-in-drug-related-overdose-deaths-in-la-county-history/
- Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, Substance Abuse Prevention and Control. (2025). Data Report: Fentanyl Overdoses in Los Angeles County. http://lapublichealth.org/sapc/MDU/SpecialReport/Fentanyl-Overdoses-in-Los-Angeles-County.pdf
- Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, Substance Abuse Prevention and Control. (n.d.). Patient and Public Information. http://publichealth.lacounty.gov/sapc/PatientPublic.htm
- Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, Substance Abuse Prevention and Control. (n.d.). Harm Reduction. http://publichealth.lacounty.gov/sapc/public/harm-reduction/
- Recover LA. (n.d.). Substance Use in Los Angeles County. https://www.recoverla.org/sud_101/substance-use-in-la-county/
- California Department of Health Care Services. (n.d.). Drug Medi-Cal Organized Delivery System. https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/provgovpart/Pages/Drug-Medi-Cal-Organized-Delivery-System.aspx
- U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. (n.d.). VA Greater Los Angeles Health Care. https://www.va.gov/greater-los-angeles-health-care/
- Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health. (n.d.). CARE Court Information and Resources. https://dmh.lacounty.gov/court-programs/care-court/
- L.A. Community Health Project. (n.d.). Overdose Education and Naloxone Distribution. http://www.chpla.org/oend
- 211 LA. (n.d.). 211 LA County. https://211la.org/
- Addictions.com. (2026). Alcohol & Drug Rehabs in California. https://www.addictions.com/rehabs/california/
