NCADD Orange County

About NCADD Orange County

NCADD Orange County is a community based substance use education and prevention organization in Santa Ana, California offering DUI alcohol education and public health oriented programs rather than a residential rehab model.

This long running nonprofit has served Orange County since 1957.

Its mission centers on alcohol, tobacco and other drug prevention, education and intervention for diverse communities across the county.

Prevention and Education Programs

Rather than a traditional treatment continuum, NCADD Orange County focuses on community prevention and education.

Services include alcohol education classes for individuals convicted of driving under the influence, along with prevention and intervention programming addressing alcohol, tobacco and other drugs.

Prevention work is grounded in research based health education frameworks such as the Community Readiness Model, the Public Health Model and Diffusion of Innovations.

Programs address topics like underage drinking and prescription or over the counter drug misuse, reaching youth and parents, teachers and broader community audiences.

What to Know

Location: Santa Ana, California with additional office presence in Irvine for countywide reach
Services offered: DUI alcohol education classes and community prevention and intervention programming
Who they serve: Individuals convicted of DUI offenses, plus youth, parents, teachers and community members countywide
Approach: Research based public health and prevention models
Languages: Classes available in English and Spanish, Chinese and Vietnamese, Cambodian and Korean
Payment options: Private health insurance and cash payments may be accepted

Edited by: Natalie Scott

Addiction Treatment Programs

Alcohol Rehab
If you’re ready to overcome alcohol use disorder, an alcohol rehab in California can give you the tools you need. Whether you need detox, inpatient treatment, or outpatient care, an alcohol program will help you build a new lifestyle based on healthy coping mechanisms, better relationships, and a new way of thinking about life.
Opioid Addiction
The goal of an opioid rehab in California is to give you the tools and skills you need to achieve long-term recovery. During this program, you’ll work with professional counselors to deal with the psychological, emotional, and physical issues that opioid misuse can cause. Over time, you’ll learn how to live without substance use long-term.
Drug Rehab
In California, a drug rehab provides a combination of therapy and education to help clients overcome substance misuse. In a drug treatment program you’ll not only receive treatment, but you’ll participate in activities, receive peer support, and learn how to have fun without substance use.
Adult Program
An adult program in California addresses the unique needs of adults, such as finding secure housing, building a career, and raising a family. Whether you need detox, inpatient treatment, or outpatient care, an adult program will offer specific support for your emotional, mental, and social needs.
Men's Rehab
Choosing a men’s rehab in California can be a great way to manage gender-specific issues while also addressing substance use. Whether you need detox, inpatient treatment, or outpatient care, a men’s program will offer specific support for your emotional, mental, and social needs.
Women's Rehab
If you’re a woman struggling with substance use, consider a women’s rehab program in California. Whether you need detox, inpatient treatment, or outpatient care, a women’s program will offer specific support for your emotional, mental, and social needs.
Young Adult Rehab
Young adult rehabs in California address a wide range of substance use issues while also helping clients transition into adulthood. Whether you need detox, inpatient treatment, or outpatient care, a young adult program will offer specific support for your emotional, mental, and social needs.
DUI Program (3-Month)
A California State Licensed 3-month DUI program at NCADD Orange County’s Irvine location combines alcohol and drug education with group counseling to fulfill court and DMV requirements for first-time offenders.
DUI Program (6-Month)
This 6-month DUI program through Partners4Wellness in Irvine delivers structured education and group counseling sessions designed to meet extended court-ordered requirements for DUI offenders in Orange County.
DUI Program (9-Month)
The 9-month DUI program at NCADD Orange County includes education sessions and group counseling, serving individuals with court and DMV obligations requiring a longer program duration in Irvine.
DUI Program (18-Month)
NCADD Orange County’s 18-month DUI program offers extended education and counseling services for multiple offenders, addressing court-mandated requirements at the Irvine, California facility.
DUI Program (30-Month)
The longest DUI program track at Partners4Wellness, spanning 30 months, provides ongoing education and group counseling for multiple offenders needing sustained court and DMV compliance support.
AB541 (First Offender)
NCADD Orange County’s AB541 program serves first-time DUI offenders in Irvine, combining alcohol and drug education with counseling to satisfy specific California legal requirements for this offender category.
SB38 (Multiple Offender)
Designed for multiple DUI offenders, the SB38 program at Partners4Wellness in Irvine provides structured education and counseling to meet California’s extended requirements for repeat offenses.
Wet Reckless
NCADD Orange County offers a Wet Reckless program option for individuals with reduced DUI charges, providing required alcohol and drug counseling and education at its Irvine, California location.
First Offender Program
This program track at Partners4Wellness addresses the needs of first-time DUI offenders in Orange County, delivering education and group counseling to satisfy court and DMV mandates.
Multiple Offender Program
NCADD Orange County’s Multiple Offender program provides longer-duration education and counseling services for repeat DUI offenders seeking to fulfill California court requirements at the Irvine site.
Counseling and Treatment
Beyond DUI-specific tracks, Partners4Wellness offers general counseling and treatment services for individuals and families affected by alcohol and other drug-related problems from its Irvine, California office.

Insurance Coverage

Self-pay options
Paying the full cost of rehab in California yourself is called self-pay. Some people write a check, some electronically send payment to the treatment center, and others get a medical loan. There may be different fee structures depending on the level of care.
Financing available
If financing options are available, they can be a good way to pay for substance use treatment in California. When you finance the cost of treatment, you can pay the cost over time. This makes getting the help you need more affordable. Options include payment plans, grants, loans, and scholarships.

Levels of Care

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Outpatient Rehab
NCADD Orange County provides outpatient counseling and treatment from its Irvine office, offering individual and group sessions for alcohol and drug problems without requiring a residential stay.

Therapies

Group Therapy
Attending group therapy in California is a way to overcome shame and isolation, helping you establish long-term recovery. Substance use treatment includes detox, inpatient treatment, and outpatient care, and group therapy may be a part of each of these stages. The goal is to help clients support each other, provide accountability, and relate to each other’s experiences.
Individual Therapy
During individual therapy in California, clients work with a professional to address specific individual concerns. Some of the topics covered in individual therapy include developing healthy coping skills, addressing past events that may have played a part in substance use, and building a support network.
Individual Counseling
NCADD Orange County offers one-on-one counseling sessions addressing alcohol and drug use issues, helping Irvine-area clients work through personal substance use challenges alongside required DUI program components.
Group Counseling
Group counseling sessions form a core part of NCADD Orange County’s outpatient services, combining peer support with structured discussion to address alcohol and other drug problems among Irvine clients.
Alcohol & Drug Education
Education sessions at the Irvine location cover the effects of alcohol and drug use, supporting court and DMV-required DUI programming as well as general substance use counseling at NCADD Orange County.