About Kern County Hispanic Commission on Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services
La Vida Nueva assists individuals with substance use disorders and dual diagnoses. They used to be known as the Kern County Hispanic Commission on Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services. Services are available in both English and Spanish. You’ll find ’em located out in Bakersfield, California.
Bakersfield is located in California’s Central Valley and has a strong agricultural industry. It’s also a city with a growing health and wellness scene. La Vida Nueva started in 1984 as the Kern County Chicano Commission on Alcoholism and focused on helping Spanish-speaking women. By 2016, they were open to everyone. In 2024, they rebranded as La Vida Nueva, which means New Life.
Culturally Sensitive and Proven SUD Treatment
When you sign up, you’ll work with proven treatment methods in groups and individual counseling to understand your addiction. You’ll also learn to recognize triggers and develop coping skills. They’ll teach you to build a sober lifestyle and strengthening your relationships.
Culturally sensitive treatment means your background and values are considered in your care. The goal is to make sure the support you get is relevant and works for you. Many clients appreciate the friendly and caring environment. Some have mentioned how much it felt like being surrounded by people who genuinely want to help.
Along with individual, group, and family therapy, they offer case management and help developing contingency plans. Case management provides support and coordinates services to keep you on track. Contingency plans prepare you for setbacks, helping you stay focused on recovery.
Extra Support for Long Term Success
They offer a lot of valuable resources that go beyond treatment. Clients get help with food, clothing, and transportation, as well as assistance with Medi-Cal applications. There are also referrals for legal services and job training to make recovery easier.
La Vida Nueva is certified by the California State Department of Health Care Services, which speaks to their commitment to quality care. Many clients find that this and their comprehensive approach gave them support to make lasting changes.
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Other Forms of Payment
Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.
Medicaid is a state based program that helps lower-income individuals and families pay for healthcare. Medicaid covers addiction treatment so those enrolled can use their coverage to pay for rehab. When a program accepts Medicaid the client often pays very little or nothing out of their own pocket.
Financial aid can take many forms. Centers may have grants or scholarships available to clients who meet eligibility requirements. Programs that receive SAMHSA grants may have financial aid available for those who need treatment as well. Grants and scholarships can help you pai for treatment without having to repay.
Medicare is a federal program that provides health insurance for those 65 and older. It also serves people under 65 with chronic and disabling health challenges. To use Medicare for addiction treatment you need to find a program that accepts Medicare and is in network with your plan. Out of pocket costs and preauthorization requirements vary, so always check with your provider.
Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.
Addiction Treatments
Levels of Care
Inpatient 
12-Step Treatments
The goal of treatment for alcoholism is abstinence. Those with poor social support, poor motivation, or psychiatric disorders tend to relapse within a few years of treatment. For these people, success is measured by longer periods of abstinence, reduced use of alcohol, better health, and improved social functioning. Recovery and Maintenance are usually based on 12 step programs and AA meetings.
Drug rehab in California teaches participants constructive ways to stay clean and sober. Treatment revolves around helping individuals stop using the substance they are addicted to and learn healthy habits to avoid relapse.
Many of those suffering from addiction also suffer from mental or emotional illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety disorders. Rehab and other substance abuse facilities treating those with a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder administer psychiatric treatment to address the person's mental health issue in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation.
Opioid rehabs specialize in supporting those recovering from opioid addiction. They treat those suffering from addiction to illegal opioids like heroin, as well as prescription drugs like oxycodone. These centers typically combine both physical as well as mental and emotional support to help stop addiction. Physical support often includes medical detox and subsequent medical support (including medication), and mental support includes in-depth therapy to address the underlying causes of addiction.
Substance rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from substance abuse, including alcohol and drug addiction (both illegal and prescription drugs). They often include the opportunity to engage in both individual as well as group therapy.
Programs
Clinical Services
Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Genetic factors may be at play when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health issues. Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation.
Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psycho-education, and more. Group therapy involves treatment as well as processing interaction between group members.
In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.
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Accreditations
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is a branch of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Established in 1992 by congress, SAMHSA's mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on American's communities.
SAMHSA Listed: Yes
Contact Information
(661) 634-9737 
1131 S H Street
Bakersfield, CA 93304
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