El Monte, California

Introduction to El Monte, California

Originally settled around 1849 by missionaries and Spanish soldiers, El Monte is a city of of over 120,000 people located in Los Angeles County, in Southern California. El Monte is fifteen minutes east of the City of Los Angeles, and twenty minutes southeast of Pasadena. El Monte is south of the Angeles National Forest. El Monte is part of the Los Angeles metropolitan area, the second largest metropolitan area in the United States.

El Monte has received two "League of California Cities Helen Putnam Awards of Excellence" since 1997. Nearby Los Angeles was ranked as one of the top thirty "Most Fun U.S. Cities" in a study conducted by Cranium, Inc. in 2004.

Similar to most of the Southern California region, El Monte experiences dry sunny weather. Average daily temperatures during the summer are in the high eighties and low nineties (degrees Fahrenheit), and winter average daily temperatures are in the low seventies (degrees Fahrenheit).

El Monte Arts, Culture, and Entertainment

El Monte residents can easily take advantage of all of the cultural and entertainment offerings of nearby Los Angeles as well as the rest of the greater Los Angeles metropolitan area. Some attractions of note in and around El Monte include:

  • The American Military Museum and Heritage Park
  • The El Monte Historical Museum
  • The American Society of Military History Military Vehicle Museum

For individuals looking for professional sports, Southern California has a lot to offer, including:

  • The Arena Football League's (AFL) Los Angeles Avengers.
  • Major League Baseball's Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim and Los Angeles Dodgers.
  • Major League Soccer's (MLS) Club Deportivo Chivas USA and the Los Angeles Galaxy.
  • Minor League Baseball's (MiLB) Lancaster JetHawks, Inland Empire 66ers, and Lake Elsinore Storm. The JetHawks are a Class A Advanced affiliate of the Arizona Diamondbacks, the 66ers are a Class A Advanced affiliate of the Seattle Mariners, and the Storm are a Class A Advanced affiliate of the San Diego Padres.
  • The National Basketball Association's (NBA) Los Angeles Clippers and Los Angeles Lakers.
  • The National Hockey League's (NHL) Anaheim Mighty Ducks and Los Angeles Kings.
  • The United Soccer League's (USL) Premier Development League Los Angeles Storm, and Southern California Seahorses.
  • The WNBA's Los Angeles Sparks.

For sports fans who do not mind traveling, San Diego two hours to the South is also home to:

  • The Major League Baseball (MLB) San Diego Padres.
  • The National Football League (NFL) San Diego Chargers.
  • The ECHL Sand Diego Gulls hockey team.
  • The United Soccer League (USL) USL Premier Development League San Diego Gauchos and the USL W-League San Diego Gauchos Women.

Nearby Pasadena is home to the Tournament of Roses parade every January 1st, as well as the college football's Rose Bowl.

The Los Angeles area is one of the few regions of the United States where individuals can go to the shore in the morning, and skiing in the afternoon.

Nearby Cities and Towns

LocationPop.Median Family
Income (2000)
El Monte115,965$32,402
Arcadia53,054$66,657
Baldwin Park75,837$41,256
Rosemead53,505$36,552
South El Monte21,144$34,349
Temple City33,377$54,455
West Covina105,080$57,614

High Points

El Monte strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in California):

CategoryTrophy
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)
Top 1%El Monte Racial Diversity
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 6%El Monte Walking and Biking to Work
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 15%El Monte Public Transportation Use


The listings in El Monte, California and surrounding areas provide the following services:

(3) Drug/Alcohol Detoxification
(3) Methadone Maintenance
(2) Methadone Detoxification
(17) Outpatient
(3) Persons with HIV/AIDS
(5) Seniors/Older Adults
(5) Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum
(7) Females
(6) Males
(16) Spanish Speaking
(6) Teens and Adolescents
(1) Mental Health Services
(4) Halfway House
(5) Clients With Legal Issues
(4) Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment
(3) Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders
(1) Residential Beds for Children
(2) Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services
(5) Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders
(1) American Sign Language
(3) Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment
(2) Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less
(3) Gay and Lesbian



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Are you battling an addiction to drugs or alcohol and live in El Monte, California? Do you have a friend or family member that is addicted to drugs or alcohol in El Monte and you don't know where to turn to for help? Addiction to any substance can be a very dark and lonely place, not just for the abuser but for anyone that cares about them. All hope is not lost; there are effective solutions out there. We can help you find an Alcohol Rehabilitation or Drug Rehab Center in El Monte that will be appropriate for your treatment needs.

An Alcohol Rehab or Drug Treatment Center in El Monte is a perfect solution for the treatment of drug addiction and alcoholism. Treatment will be geared towards helping the individual overcome their need to fix problems in their life with drugs and alcohol. Once they can grasp this, they will be able to cope with life situations more appropriately and resolve their problems without substances.

There are a variety of approaches to addiction treatment. Examples offered in El Monte are Outpatient Rehab Centers, Long-term Addiction Treatment Centers, Short-term Rehab Facilities, Inpatient Drug and Alcohol Rehabs, support group meetings, drug counseling, halfway houses and sober living.

Alcohol Rehab or Drug Rehabilitation Centers in El Monte will target both the physical and psychological aspects of addiction. Individuals are treated for physical addiction by undergoing a detoxification program in El Monte, California to assist with the uncomfortable withdrawal symptoms which result when an addict discontinues use of a substance they are addicted to. Continued use of a psychoactive substance over time causes the brain to adapt to the presence of the drug, making the desired effect minimal. Physical tolerance to drugs such as heroin, amphetamines, cocaine, nicotine and alcohol develops in this way. Over time, more and more of the addictive drug is required to get the same effect. Quitting an addictive drug abruptly causes serious withdrawal symptoms, which may take the body weeks or months to return to normal function. Withdrawing from hardcore drugs such as heroin can cause extremely severe and painful withdrawal symptoms, which can last for quite some time.

An Alcohol Rehab or Drug Treatment Program in El Monte will be able to administer a professional detox as well as assistance with psychological issues. These underlying psychological issues are at the root of all drug and alcohol addiction problems. Addressing this head on will decrease the chances of relapse and increase the chances of a fully rehabilitated and contributing member of society. A Drug Rehab or Alcohol Treatment Program in El Monte, CA. has proven to be the most successful method for treating an individual with a severe drug addiction problem. An Alcohol Treatment or Drug Rehabilitation Facility in El Monte, follows a rigid, comprehensive program to ensure a successful recovery. This program addresses every aspect of addiction and every area where the person could be having trouble.

To ensure a lasting recovery, the individual must gain the knowledge, abilities and "life tools" to change their behavior and reaction to situations. The individual's program will be focused on strategies for returning home to El Monte, from a Drug Rehabilitation or Alcohol Rehab Program and even running into prior drug using friends or acquaintances in El Monte. Upon completion of their program, the individual will be able to deal with the reminders and triggers in El Monte which may have prompted their drug use, as these same triggers can produce psychological stressors. These psychological stressors, if not addressed, can make it very hard for an individual to control their response to drug using impulses. Research has shown that an addict shows changes in the way their brain functions after having discontinued using drugs and/or alcohol. Because of this, even an individual with the best of intentions may find it extremely hard to overcome drug addiction or alcoholism without professional addiction treatment.

So you can see that a recovering addict has a lot to deal with when deciding to kick the habit. With triggers, drug cravings, and changes in the way their brain functions due to habitual drug use, seeking help at an Alcohol Treatment or Drug Rehabilitation Center to successfully recovery from drug and alcohol addiction is a no-brainer.

A person that is serious about the decision to get sober should enroll in an Alcohol Rehab or Drug Rehabilitation Center in El Monte, CA. Why fail again on your own? Why lose another friend or push a family member even further away? Why beg, cheat, and steal just to get drugs or alcohol, risking legal problems and jail time? You don't have to be depressed and unhappy because of excessive drug or alcohol use. There is help available, even for the most severe addicts.

Getting Help

Call toll free 855 Stop-Drugs (855-786-7378) and speak to a professional Registered Addiction Specialist or simply fill out the El Monte, California Alcohol Treatment or Drug Rehabilitation Program request form and counselor will contact you shortly.

There are 6 local Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehabilitation Programs in El Monte, California. We have also provided 14 additional Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehab Programs that are closest geographically to El Monte:

Aegis Medical Systems Inc El Monte, CA
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Recovery Program
Services Offered: Methadone Detoxification, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Methadone Maintenance, Males, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Seniors/Older Adults, Spanish Speaking, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicare
CA Hispanic Commission Alc Drug Abuse El Monte, CA
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehab Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Outpatient, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Access to Recovery
Family Counseling Services El Monte, CA
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: Mental Health Services, Outpatient, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Mid Valley Recovery Services Inc El Monte, CA
Primary Service: Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Males, Outpatient, Spanish Speaking, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
SPIRITT Family Services El Monte, CA
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehabilitation and Drug Rehab Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Clients With Legal Issues, Halfway House, Males, Outpatient, Spanish Speaking, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Walden House El Monte, CA
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility
Services Offered: Residential Beds for Children, Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Spanish Speaking, Females
Family Counseling Services San Gabriel, CA 3.9 miles from El Monte
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehabilitation and Drug Rehab Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
New Insights Programs San Gabriel, CA 3.9 miles from El Monte
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Treatment Program
Services Offered: Clients With Legal Issues, Outpatient
BAART Bay Area Addict Research Trt La Puente, CA 4.7 miles from El Monte
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehabilitation Center
Services Offered: Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid
Twin Palms Recovery Center City of Industry, CA 5.5 miles from El Monte
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehab Center
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Eastside Health Services Pico Rivera, CA 6.9 miles from El Monte
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Treatment Program
Services Offered: Methadone Detoxification, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare
ADAPT Aware Zone Inc Whittier, CA 7.7 miles from El Monte
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Recovery Center
Services Offered: Clients With Legal Issues, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
LUNA Recovery Inc Whittier, CA 7.7 miles from El Monte
Primary Service: Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Rehab Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Outpatient, Seniors/Older Adults, Spanish Speaking, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid
Casa Maria Pasadena, CA 7.9 miles from El Monte
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: Halfway House, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Eaton Canyon Recovery Services Inc Pasadena, CA 7.9 miles from El Monte
Primary Service: Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Rehab Program
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Gay and Lesbian, Males, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less, Seniors/Older Adults, Spanish Speaking, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Gooden Center Pasadena, CA 7.9 miles from El Monte
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Gay and Lesbian, Halfway House, Males, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less, Seniors/Older Adults
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Pasadena Public Health Department Pasadena, CA 7.9 miles from El Monte
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehabilitation and Drug Treatment Center
Services Offered: Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Principles Inc Pasadena, CA 7.9 miles from El Monte
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: Halfway House
Hope and Grace Recovery Services Covina, CA 8.5 miles from El Monte
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehab Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Clients With Legal Issues, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Gay and Lesbian, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Males, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Seniors/Older Adults, Spanish Speaking, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE), Access to Recovery
Santa Anita Family Service Covina, CA 8.5 miles from El Monte
Primary Service: Drug Rehab and Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment

Did You Know? ...
Interesting Facts and Statistics:

The same exact amount of Methadone could be ineffective in one person, but cause a deadly overdose in another.

GHB was widely available in the U.S. in health food stores, until the substance became banned in the United States. Many false claims were made in order to promote GHB such as stating that using the substance could help build muscles, burn fat and improve sex.

Rates of current use of illegal drugs were higher for young adults aged 18 to 25 (20.1 percent) than for teens aged 12 to 17 and adults aged 26 or older, with 16.6 percent using marijuana, 6.3 percent using prescription-type drugs nonmedically, 2.6 percent using cocaine, and 1.5 percent using hallucinogens.

Over 20% of methadone clinic patients have been using this form of treatment for over 10 years.

The way that Vicodin works chemically is very similar to how heroin and methadone work on the human body with the purpose of effectively eliminating physical pain; most heroin users take the drug in an effort to avoid or eliminate emotional pain as well.

Many prescription pills can appear to be identical looking, but depending on the drug and the dosage, the effects can vary greatly from mild to lethal.


The following survey was completed by residents of El Monte, California as part of the USNODRUGS monitoring program. The survey below is a representation of perceptual drug and alcohol usage rates in El Monte, California. We cannot guarantee complete accuracy, but our monitoring team uses the highest standards for survey compilation.
You do not have to answer all of the survey questions, you should only answer questions that are relevant to your thoughts and experiences.
Survey results as of May 1, 2012
Perception of marijuana in El Monte, California.
Do you believe that using marijuana can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
96%
1%
3%
Marijuana use in El Monte, California.
Have you used marijuana in your lifetime?
No
Yes
88%
12%
Have you used marijuana in the past month?
No
Yes
81%
19%
Do you use marijuana regularly?
Maybe
No
Yes
1%
96%
3%
Perception of Alcohol in El Monte, California.
Do you believe that drinking alcohol can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
12%
5%
83%
Have you had a binge drinking experience in the past month?
No
Yes
92%
8%
Do you consume alcohol daily?
Maybe
No
Yes
11%
80%
9%
How old were you when you first experimented with alcohol?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
5%
13%
56%
26%
What motivated you to use drugs or alcohol for the first time in El Monte, California?
Boredom
Curiousity
Drugs were all around
Family problem
Hopelessness
It was easy to get
None of the above
Peer Pressure
To fit in
Unhappiness
0%
1%
1%
8%
7%
1%
67%
15%
0%
0%
Most common first drug experience in El Monte, California?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
19%
2%
3%
4%
2%
3%
14%
4%
6%
6%
27%
10%
Use of drugs and alcohol in El Monte, California schools.
Have you ever gone to school in El Monte, California under the influence of marijuana?
Maybe
No
Yes
10%
77%
13%
Have you ever gone to school in El Monte, California under the influence of alcohol?
Maybe
No
Yes
3%
87%
10%
What is the most common drug used in your school in El Monte, California?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
21%
6%
3%
3%
3%
3%
13%
4%
7%
5%
25%
7%
Your Age?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
0%
25%
50%
25%
Your Gender?
Female
Male
43%
57%
Surveys updated monthly.

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