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Substance Use Disorder Leadership Initiative

Addressing and treating substance abuse is key to making Orange County a healthier community.

The Be Well OC Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Leadership Initiative unites public, private, academic, faith-based organizations and others in a coordinated, accessible system of substance abuse treatment and support for all Orange County residents.

The long-term outcome of the Substance Use Disorder Leadership Initiative is to create a coordinated, accessible system of substance abuse treatment and support for all Orange County residents.

 The group includes representatives from: 

  • Orange County departments of Public Health, Jail Mental Health, Behavioral Health Services, Education and Social Services
  • Representatives from the Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) partner KCS and Community-Based Organization (CBO) outreach partner MECCA.
  • Other members include CalOptima, behavioral health plans (Beacon and Magellan), hospital systems, universities, and the Coalition of Orange County Community Health Centers.