
The city of South Gate, California, is just to the south of Los Angeles. It is home to just over 95,000 residents.1 Its proximity to Los Angeles gives residents of South Gate many opportunities, but it also puts them at risk of all kinds of substance abuse problems. Illicit synthetic drugs like bath salts are an increasing problem in Los Angeles County, including in South Gate.
Between 2009 and 2010, there were 923 drug-related deaths in Los Angeles County.2 Some leading causes of these deaths included opioids, alcohol, cocaine, and other stimulants.2 In LA County, drug overdose is the fourth leading cause of premature death, which is defined as death prior to the expected age.2
Some of these fatalities may be preventable with increased access to rehab and drug detox options. Detox programs can assist a person in withdrawing from drugs and alcohol and help them reach a drug-free, stabilized state. Once they’re stable, they are ready to enter a comprehensive addiction treatment program, where they will receive a combination of interventions, such as individual therapy, group counseling, family therapy, medication-assisted treatment (if applicable), and aftercare planning.
Finding an evidence-based detox and rehabilitation program is critical. Contact us today for help identifying local rehab options or to find the right treatment in a location of your choice.
1. Data.io: South Gate, CA.
2. County of Los Angeles Public Health. Fact Sheet: Drug Use and Misuse in Los Angeles County.










Alta Centers really helped me grow in my life. I attended Alta Centers in the fall, Their admissions representative met me at a residential facility and helped me learn more about outpatient care and why I needed it. Over the next few months, I learned so much about addiction and worked with a therapist every week. They bring a doctor in once a week as well, I've been to outpatient before and never have I been seen individually so often. Their program can be strict at times, but they do a pretty good job of communication. The sober housing and treatment center have great amenities and the staff works with you as long as you can communicate issues effectively. Overall, I am really happy I attended Alta Centers. I'm over 5 months sober. I have my family back. I have my life back.
Christian based but too short. A wonderful program for a change, it wasn't the last rehab I was in, but it made for a progressive change.
Addiction affects every person in some way, and my brother\'s addiction was no different. I had been helping my brother with his addiction for years when finally we decided that Cliffside looked promising. The first time we went to Cliffside, we were both immediately blown away by the views, the amenities, and the cheerful staff. After about a month of adjustment to his new situation, my brother began making massive strides not only in kicking his addiction, but also addressing personal issues that had negatively impacted his overall happiness. When visiting, I could instantly tell he was on an upward trajectory, and I had Cliffside to thank for that. I have waited to write this review until after he has checked out for a while in order to better see how the treatments and experiences last with my brother over time. Since checking out of Cliffside, my brother is constantly smiling and a totally different person almost. He is looking at the positives in life more and more, and generally a lot more fun to be around. This is how I know we made the right decision with Cliffside.