Alta Loma is a specialized men's program dedicated to long-term treatment for schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, and co-occurring substance misuse, offering tailored support and comprehensive care. With 4 beautiful facilities each catering to the specific needs of men, Alta Loma at The Cottage combines
outpatient programming at Alta Loma with supportive living at Casa Sana. Here, men participate in a structured environment where they can find emotional and psychological stability. With customized mental health plans, Alta Loma aims to be with their patients every step of the way.
At Alta Loma, individuals are guided through a customized mental health plan that can include recovery from co-occurring addiction.The program begins with
partial hospitalization programming (PHP) and supportive housing at The Ranch, followed by extended care at The Villa, and culminating in outpatient programming (OP) at The Cottage. This continuum of care aims to help men achieve more independence as they progress through the recovery steps, supported by a team of case managers, behavior analysts, nurses, therapists, and mentors.
Treatment includes weekly individual therapy, process groups like NAMI connection and 12-Steps, as well as life skills groups for job skills development and more. Their
holistic approach treatment emphasizes individualized care and a long-term treatment plan, addressing the specific needs of men.
Evidence-Based Context: According to SAMHSA's National Survey on Drug Use and Health (2023), approximately 48.7 million Americans aged 12 or older had a substance use disorder in the past year. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) emphasizes that treatment programs combining behavioral therapy with medication-assisted approaches show the highest rates of sustained recovery. Facilities like Alta Loma The Cottage provide structured pathways to evidence-based care.
Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)