Union of Pan Asian Communities

175 W. Lexington Avenue Suite B&C El Cajon, CA 92020

El Cajon, California

619-749-5560

About Union of Pan Asian Communities

Union of Pan Asian Communities (UPAC) in El Cajon, California offers outpatient addiction treatment and recovery services to diverse communities across San Diego County.

The program supports adults navigating substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions with specialized tracks for transition-age youth, adolescents and individuals affected by problem gambling.

UPAC delivers culturally responsive care designed to meet clients where they are linguistically, culturally and personally.

Culturally Responsive Treatment

I appreciate that the center focuses on outpatient substance use treatment grounded in cultural and linguistic accessibility, with staff collectively speaking more than 30 languages and dialects.

The program is DHCS-certified and serves refugees, immigrants, Asian and Pacific Islander communities, and other underserved populations.

Treatment includes assessments and screenings, group and family counseling, peer support meetings, crisis intervention and case management.

Clients with co-occurring disorders can access psychiatric evaluation, medication management and medication-assisted treatment resources for opioid recovery.

Specialty Programs for Youth and Problem Gambling

Beyond adult outpatient care, I noted that UPAC offers dedicated programming for adolescents ages 12 to 17, transition-age youth 18 to 25, and individuals seeking help for problem gambling through outpatient and intensive outpatient options.

These specialty tracks reflect UPAC's commitment to tailoring recovery support to each life stage and presenting concern.

They offer select services via telehealth. As a community-based nonprofit, UPAC integrates addiction care with broader mental health and social services.

Amenities

Private Transportation

Transportation services are designed to ensure your addiction treatment begins and ends successfully by offeri...ng free transportation to the rehab facility, to and from your appointments during rehab, and back home upon program completion.

Addiction Treatment Programs

Adult Program

An adult program in California uses various therapeutic methods to treat a person who is dependent on an addictive substance. Individuals aged 18 and older are eligible for treatment, which focuses on breaking the cycle of addiction and learning how to maintain sober living.

Levels of Care

Outpatient Rehab

When you choose outpatient rehab in California, you will meet with a counselor and attend support group meetin...gs. The focus will be on restructuring attitudes and thoughts to reduce cravings and develop skills to prevent relapse. The length of time in outpatient rehab varies by individual, based on their recovery needs.

Dual Diagnosis & Mental Health

When you have a co-occurring disorder, it is essential to treat both your addiction and the mental health diso...rder. California dual diagnosis treatment provides this type of multidisciplinary approach, for improved recovery outcomes.

Medicaid Accepted

If you’re an in-state resident and eligible for Medicaid, you can use your coverage to assist with the cost ...of alcohol and drug rehab in California. Medicaid can help cover all levels of care, including detox in California, inpatient rehab in California, and more.

Self-Pay Options

There are a number of self-pay options available for alcohol and drug rehab in California. If you can’t affo...rd to write a check for the full cost of inpatient or outpatient treatment, personal and medical loans offer alternate ways of financing.

Sliding Scale Payment

If you’re ready to enter a drug rehab program in California, but you cannot afford to pay the full amount, a... sliding scale payment plan may be the solution for you. This option asks you to make payments in an amount you can reasonably afford on a consistent basis. To qualify for this discount, you must complete an application and provide supporting financial documentation.