Nine years ago, Costa Mesa was at the forefront of addiction treatment in Orange County, boasting the highest density of licensed addiction treatment centers in the region.
According to the OC Register, In 2017, Costa Mesa had 102 licensed centers for its 110,000 residents, equating to one rehab for every 1,078 people. Today, the city has seen a significant decrease, with only 48 centers for its 113,000 residents, or one rehab for every 2,354 people.
Despite this decline, Costa Mesa remains a key player in the county’s rehab landscape, ranking third in rehabs per resident. The city’s reduction in centers is attributed to its efforts to regulate sober homes, which are often linked to licensed rehabs. Federal courts have upheld Costa Mesa’s regulations, emphasizing the centers’ role in aiding disabled individuals…