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McAlister Institute for Trt and Educ (MITE)/Options Residential/Kiva

Medical Detox Residential Treatment Sober Living
Address
2049 Skyline Drive
Lemon Grove, California 91945
Available
24/7 admissions

About

About McAlister Institute for Trt and Educ (MITE)/Options Residential/Kiva

McAlister Institute for Treatment and Education (MITE) operates its Options Residential and Kiva programs at 2049 Skyline Drive in Lemon Grove, California. Since 1977, the nonprofit has grown into one of San Diego County’s largest providers of substance use treatment, serving more than 13,000 people each year through a continuum of 24 distinct programs.

The Lemon Grove campus delivers medical detox, residential treatment, and sober living – the levels of care most often used by people stepping out of crisis into structured recovery. Clients arrive needing physical stabilization through detox, then transition into residential programming where group and individual work, life skills, and recovery community become the anchor. Sober living provides a longer runway to practice the new habits before returning to fully independent life.

McAlister’s reach extends beyond clinical levels of care into intervention, outpatient treatment, education and prevention, and homeless outreach. The organization’s 375-person workforce includes alcohol and other drug counselors, case managers, mental health therapists, and outreach workers. Programs in the Lemon Grove area accept court-ordered referrals, work with women including pregnant women, and serve young adults, seniors, teens, and families. Deaf and hard-of-hearing clients are supported. The facility uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as part of its clinical approach.

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, McAlister Institute is committed to keeping treatment accessible, and the Lemon Grove campus offers sliding scale payment. Prospective clients and families can reach the center at (619) 465-7303 to begin a conversation about admission.

  • Multi-program facility offering detox, residential treatment, and sober living under one organization since 1977
  • Specialized detox protocols for alcohol, benzodiazepines, and cocaine with medication assisted treatment
  • Serves diverse populations including teens, adults, families, and criminal justice clients
  • High-quality detox programs at reduced cost compared to typical San Diego County facilities
  • Integrated aftercare planning with on-site sober living transitions

Treatment

What this center treats and how

Levels of care
Medical Detox Residential Treatment Sober Living
Conditions
Substance Use Disorder Drug Addiction Alcohol Addiction Trauma / PTSD Co-Occurring Disorders / Dual Diagnosis
Methods
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Populations
Pregnant Women Young Adults (18-25) Seniors / Older Adults Women Deaf / Hard of Hearing Court-Ordered Adults Teens Families
Languages
English

Location

Where it is

2049 Skyline Drive, Lemon Grove, California 91945 Get directions

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Medical Detox and Withdrawal Management Services

McAlister Institute provides medically supervised detox services for multiple substance dependencies at their Lemon Grove facility. The detox center specializes in alcohol detox, benzodiazepine detoxification, and cocaine detox protocols designed to manage withdrawal symptoms safely. Medical staff utilize medication assisted treatment approaches when clinically appropriate for opioid detox and other substance dependencies.

The facility's inpatient detox programs operate within their residential treatment framework, allowing individuals to transition seamlessly from acute withdrawal management to ongoing recovery programming. This integrated approach ensures continuity of care during the critical period following detoxification when relapse risk remains elevated.

Residential Treatment and Recovery Programs

Following medical detox, McAlister Institute offers residential treatment programs incorporating cognitive behavioral therapy and other therapeutic interventions. The Options Residential and Kiva programs provide structured environments for individuals continuing recovery after completing withdrawal management. These residential programs serve as stepping stones between intensive detox care and independent living.

The facility's sober living component extends support beyond initial residential treatment, providing supervised housing with accountability measures. This comprehensive continuum allows individuals to progress through multiple levels of care while maintaining connection to the same treatment team and support network established during detox.

Populations Served and Specialized Programming

McAlister Institute addresses the diverse detox and treatment needs of San Diego County residents, serving adults, teenagers, women, families, and individuals referred through the criminal justice system. The facility's ability to accommodate multiple age groups and populations makes it a valuable resource for families seeking coordinated care for different family members.

Programming specifically addresses substance abuse patterns common among different demographic groups, with particular attention to the unique withdrawal management needs of adolescents versus adults. The facility's experience with criminal justice populations ensures appropriate security measures and compliance with court-ordered treatment requirements.

After Care

Continuing support

Aftercare Sober Living

Cost & Credentials

What's covered and who vouches for it

Payment options
Sliding Scale
Note

high-quality, low-cost services

Common questions

FAQs About McAlister Institute for Trt and Educ (MITE)/Options Residential/Kiva

What types of detox programs does McAlister Institute provide? +
McAlister Institute offers medical detox services for alcohol, benzodiazepines, and cocaine dependencies. The facility provides medically supervised withdrawal management with medication assisted treatment options when clinically appropriate.
How long do residential treatment programs typically last? +
McAlister Institute offers both short-term and long-term residential programs following detox completion. The facility operates Monday through Friday programming, with treatment duration determined based on individual clinical needs and progress.
Does the detox center accept teenagers and families? +
Yes, McAlister Institute serves teenagers, adults, families, and other specialized populations requiring detox services. The facility has experience managing the unique withdrawal management needs of different age groups and family systems.
What happens after completing medical detox at McAlister Institute? +
Following detox completion, individuals can transition to residential treatment programs at the same facility. McAlister Institute also provides sober living options and aftercare support to ensure continuity of care beyond initial withdrawal management.
How much does medical detox cost at this facility? +
McAlister Institute emphasizes providing high-quality, low-cost detox and treatment services. Specific detox program costs vary based on individual medical needs and length of stay requirements.
Can patients leave detox treatment voluntarily? +
Voluntary patients generally can leave detox treatment, though medical staff strongly recommend completing medically supervised withdrawal management for safety reasons. Individuals involved with the criminal justice system may have court-ordered treatment requirements that affect voluntary discharge.
Is medication assisted treatment available during detox? +
Yes, McAlister Institute incorporates medication assisted treatment into their detox protocols when clinically appropriate. This includes FDA-approved medications for managing opioid withdrawal and other substance dependencies requiring pharmacological support.
What areas does McAlister Institute serve for detox services? +
The detox center serves San Diego County residents from their Lemon Grove location. The facility is accessible to individuals throughout the county requiring medical detox and residential treatment services.

Services

Programs and specialties

Treatment type
Residential treatment Residential detoxification Long-term residential Alcohol Detoxification Benzodiazepines Detoxification Cocaine Detoxification Opioid Detoxification Methamphetamines detoxification
Payment
Cash or self-payment Federal or any government funding for substance use programs Medicare Medicaid Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors)
Specialty
Mental health counseling for co-occurring disorders Group therapy Addiction recovery education Adolescents and young adults Pregnant/postpartum women Seniors or older adults Gay & Lesbian Veterans Clients referred from the court/judicial system
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