Los Angeles County recorded 2,438 drug-related overdose deaths in 2024 — the most significant single-year decline in county history, but still nearly 7 people per day. For Los Angeles residents seeking inpatient treatment close to home, Evergreen Wellness in El Monte is 15 miles from downtown LA.
Source: LA County Department of Public Health, June 2025Directions from Los Angeles (downtown)
By Car: From downtown Los Angeles: Take I-10 East (San Bernardino Freeway) approximately 15 miles toward San Bernardino. Take Exit 28 (Baldwin Ave / Peck Ave). Turn south (right) on Baldwin, then right (west) on Main St. Evergreen Wellness is at 10638 Main St on the right. Approximately 20–30 minutes depending on traffic.
By Transit: From Union Station: Take Metro A Line (Gold Line) eastbound toward Azusa. Ride to El Monte Station (about 30 minutes). Transfer to Metro Bus Line 70 westbound. Ride to Main St & Center St stop. Walk 5 minutes west to 10638. Total estimated time: 50–65 minutes.
Inpatient Rehab Near Los Angeles
Los Angeles proper has very limited quality inpatient addiction treatment options in convenient, accessible locations. Many programs are far in Malibu or outlying areas — beautiful, but distant and expensive. Evergreen Wellness is 15 miles from downtown LA on the I-10, serving Los Angeles residents who want a quality residential program without traveling to another county.
Who Comes to Us From Los Angeles
Placement advisors serve Los Angeles residents from the East Side, Northeast LA, Mid-City, and the San Fernando Valley who are seeking residential inpatient treatment near their families. Many patients want family involvement in their treatment — having a facility within 20 minutes of East LA or the San Gabriel Valley makes that possible.
LA County's Overdose Crisis
LA County recorded 2,438 overdose deaths in 2024 — a 22% decline, but fentanyl (52% of deaths) and meth (back to #1 drug type) remain dominant. Latino and White residents account for the highest raw numbers of fatalities. Evergreen Wellness is positioned to serve the eastern LA communities most affected.
Getting Here from Los Angeles
By car: I-10 East from downtown LA, 15 miles, Exit 28, south on Baldwin, right on Main to 10638. About 22 minutes. By Metro A Line: Union Station to El Monte Station (30 min), Bus 70 westbound to Main St (10 min). About 55 minutes total.
Does Insurance Cover Rehab for LA Residents?
Yes. California SB 855 applies to all state-regulated plans. Most LA residents with private PPO insurance are covered for inpatient addiction treatment. Free verification: call (213) 461-2298.