Addiction Resources in Orange County
Crisis lines, support groups, and family resources for anyone in Orange County navigating addiction — whether you're seeking help for yourself or someone you love.
Crisis & Immediate Support
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Free, confidential support 24/7 for anyone experiencing a mental health or suicidal crisis. Call or text to connect with a counselor.
SAMHSA National Helpline
A free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral and information service for individuals and families facing mental health or substance use disorders.
OC Links — Behavioral Health Services
24/7 information and linkage to Orange County Health Care Agency behavioral health programs, from prevention to crisis response, by phone or chat.
Local Support Groups & Meetings
Orange County HCA — Behavioral Health
County-run outpatient, residential, and Drug Medi-Cal treatment programs, along with crisis and recovery services for OC residents.
Visit SiteSouth Coast Area of Narcotics Anonymous
NA meetings serving Mission Viejo, Lake Forest, Laguna Hills, Laguna Niguel, San Juan Capistrano, and surrounding South Orange County communities.
Visit SiteOrange County Area of Narcotics Anonymous
Countywide NA meeting directory and helpline serving cities across Orange County.
Visit SiteOrange County Intergroup — AA
Countywide directory of Alcoholics Anonymous meetings across Orange County, including Mission Viejo and surrounding areas.
Visit SiteNorth Orange County Central Office (AA)
AA meetings and a 24-hour helpline serving North Orange County communities.
Visit SiteSMART Recovery
A science-based, secular alternative to 12-step programs using cognitive behavioral tools, with in-person and online meetings across Orange County.
Visit SiteFamily Support & Loved Ones
Al-Anon — Orange County & Greater Long Beach
Support meetings for family members and friends affected by a loved one's drinking, including groups in South Orange County.
Visit SiteNar-Anon Family Groups
Twelve-step support for family members and friends affected by someone else's drug addiction, with meetings held throughout Orange County.
Visit SiteNAMI Orange County
Free, confidential peer and family support groups for those living with or caring for someone with a mental illness, held virtually and in person.
National & Educational Resources
National Institute on Drug Abuse
Research-based information on drug use, addiction, and treatment from the National Institutes of Health.
Visit SiteNational Institute on Alcohol Abuse & Alcoholism
Federal research and education on alcohol use disorder, treatment options, and recovery support.
Visit SiteDHCS Licensed Facility Search
Search licensed and certified substance use disorder treatment programs across California through the state's Department of Health Care Services.
Visit SiteVeterans Support
Veterans Crisis Line
Confidential, 24/7 crisis support for veterans and their loved ones, staffed by responders who understand military culture.
VA Long Beach Healthcare System
Full-service inpatient and outpatient addiction and mental health treatment for veterans, with clinics serving Orange County including Laguna Hills and Santa Ana.
Visit SiteOrange County Veteran Service Office
Local assistance navigating VA health care enrollment, benefits, and referrals for Orange County veterans and their families.
Visit SiteRecursos en Español / Spanish-Language Support
Línea Nacional de Ayuda de SAMHSA
Servicio confidencial y gratuito, disponible las 24 horas, en español e inglés, para personas y familias que enfrentan trastornos de salud mental o de uso de sustancias.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (Español)
Apoyo confidencial las 24 horas del día para cualquier persona en crisis de salud mental. Marque 988 y presione 2 para hablar en español.
Crisis Text Line en Español
Apoyo gratuito y confidencial por mensaje de texto, disponible las 24 horas, los 7 días de la semana.
Substance-Specific Support
Cocaine Anonymous — Orange County
Twelve-step meetings for anyone seeking freedom from cocaine, crack, and other stimulant use, with in-person meetings throughout Orange County.
Visit SiteCrystal Meth Anonymous
Twelve-step fellowship for recovery from methamphetamine addiction, with a 24-hour helpline and meetings available in Southern California.
Marijuana Anonymous
A twelve-step program for people seeking to stop using marijuana, with meetings and resources available across California.
Visit SiteHow Nu Dai Wellness Can Help
Medical Detox Coordination
Structured stabilization planning for individuals who require medical withdrawal support, including alcohol, opioid, or benzodiazepine detox, prior to residential treatment.
Learn MoreResidential Addiction Treatment
Live-in, immersive care in our boutique Mission Viejo setting, with daily therapy, clinically guided treatment, and consistent community accountability.
Learn MoreDual Diagnosis Treatment
Integrated care for individuals managing addiction alongside a co-occurring mental health condition, with treatment planning that addresses both together.
Learn MoreTreatment for Professionals
Confidential residential care for executives and high-responsibility individuals seeking discretion alongside structured, clinically grounded recovery.
Learn MoreThis page is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. If you have questions about treatment options at Nu Dai Wellness, please contact our team directly. If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911.
The Next Step Is a Conversation Away
Community support is a powerful first step. If you or someone you love is ready for a higher level of care, our team at Nu Dai Wellness offers medically supervised detox and residential treatment in a boutique Mission Viejo setting — available to talk through your options anytime.
Call (949) 775-3487