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River City Recovery Center Inc - Altua

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Overview

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Nestled on a peaceful 15-acre campus, River City Recovery Center’s Altua Village provides focused substance use care for adults, including those with co-occurring mental health concerns. Residential treatment is available for men, and sober living is offered for women. Programs feature a strong 12-step foundation and encourage peer support and visits from loved ones. The center maintains a low client-to-staff ratio to ensure clients get plenty of one-on-one attention.

Address

500 22nd Street
Sacramento, CA 95816

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Ages Served

  • Adults (Ages 26-64)
  • Young Adults (Ages 18-25)

Genders Accepted

  • Male

Languages Served

  • Sign language
  • English

Treatment

  • Long-term residential

Special Programs

  • Adult men
  • Court referrals
  • Past trauma
  • Veterans

A Restorative Setting for Recovery

The ranch-style campus creates a tranquil space for reflection and community connection. The center offers residential care programs for men, as well as sober living for women. Gender-separate housing is designed for comfort and privacy within a supportive group setting. The property’s quiet, natural surroundings encourage mindfulness and focus, helping clients separate from daily stressors and concentrate on healing. With a low client-to-counselor ratio, staff is able to provide a high level of personalized attention.

Residential Care with 12-Step and Evidence-Based Therapy

The residential program integrates evidence-based practices including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and relapse-prevention counseling with a 12-step framework. Clients engage in one-on-one counseling, process groups, and recovery meetings while learning practical life skills that support long-term wellness. Daily routines emphasize consistency and structure, while flexible programming allows staff to adjust care to each person’s pace and goals as they progress through treatment. This balance encourages both stability and motivation for lasting change.

Peer Connection and Family Support

Staff encourage clients to actively participate in group therapy and recovery meetings to strengthen social bonds and build mutual accountability. Family involvement is an essential part of the process. Visits from loved ones are encouraged and can be scheduled to help improve communication and reestablish healthy boundaries. The community-centered approach allows individuals to rediscover self-worth and the tools to sustain long-term recovery.

Transition and Growth Opportunities

The center’s Senior Resident program gives clients the opportunity to strengthen their recovery foundation while preparing for independence. Clients who qualify can extend their stay to mentor others, continue therapy, and practice practical life management. This step-down model supports smoother reintegration into daily life. Combined with life skills training covering topics like budgeting, job readiness, and self-care, the program empowers clients to maintain stability beyond treatment while helping others earlier on the recovery path.

Client Reviews

Clients frequently note caring staff and a supportive environment that encourages lasting change. A few mention opportunities to improve communication or consistency during treatment transitions.

  • Staff & Care Experience (85% positive): Reviewers describe the team as compassionate, professional, and invested in clients’ progress. “The staff really care and go above and beyond.”
  • Treatment Quality & Outcomes (80% positive): Many credit the program with helping them rebuild their lives and maintain sobriety after discharge.
  • Facility & Environment: Several highlight the comfortable, clean setting and sense of community.
  • Access & Process: Some reviewers praise the intake and admissions support, while a few suggest smoother coordination during discharge could help future clients.

Cost and Insurance

Insurance Accepted

  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Other Private Insurance
  • State insurance

Disclaimer: Additional insurance plans may be accepted. Please contact the provider directly to confirm current coverage details, as this information may change.


Financial Assistance

  • Does not offer Free
  • Does not offer Payment assistance
  • Does not offer Sliding fee scale

Treatment

Treatment Setting

  • Long-term residential

Treatment Approaches

  • 12-step program support
  • Anger control support
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Relapse prevention support
  • Substance use counseling
  • Trauma-focused counseling

Additional Support and Services

  • Case management support
  • Domestic violence support
  • Help with transportation
  • Social skills training

Counseling and Education

  • Family therapy
  • Group therapy
  • One-on-one counseling
  • Substance use education

Transition Support

  • Discharge and next steps planning
  • Post-discharge follow-up

Testing & Pre-Treatment

  • Breathalyzer testing for alcohol
  • Mental health screening
  • Oral fluid testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Substance use assessment
  • Tobacco use assessment
  • Urine testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Substance use screening

Amenities and Experiences

Amenities

  • Access to nature

Room Amenities

  • Air conditioned rooms
  • Outdoor space
  • Private rooms
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shared room options

Activities

  • Gender-specific support groups
  • Life skills workshops
  • Spiritual or faith-based services

Policies

  • No vaping allowed
  • Smoking allowed in designated areas

Ownership Type

  • Non-profit

Quality and Trust


Reviews and Ratings

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  • Compassionate and dedicated counselors who provide personalized support.
  • Strong sense of community that fosters healing and growth.
  • Effective programs that have helped many achieve long-term sobriety.
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How we research treatment facilities

Across the site, our team has conducted over 1,000 pre-admissions calls to better understand the patient experience, interviewed facility clinical leaders, performed facility background checks, and compared our information against trusted public data sources.

Our research process begins with data from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), accrediting bodies including The Joint Commission and CARF, government licensing agencies, and other trusted sources. From there, our team conducts significant original research, including:

- Pre-admissions calls: We speak with admissions staff to get a candid picture of patient experience.

- Background checks: We review complaints from past clients, media reports, actions taken by accrediting bodies, and positive recognition from notable organizations.

- Clinical interviews: We have in-depth conversations with clinical leadership, often lasting up to one hour, that give us a better understanding of clinical care.

- Data partnerships: We ingest and analyze exclusive data that provides information about in-network insurance status, cost, and more.

Research varies by facility. Each facility profile shows which research steps we completed and when each step was last performed. Learn more about our research process and background checks.

How we evaluate treatment facilities

These data help us develop a Trust Score for each facility—a simple letter grade that helps you assess how much confidence to place in a facility based on the information available to us. Trust Score considers accreditation, operating history, notable recognition, and concerns identified during our background check. Our Trust Score is an objective rating that is never influenced by advertiser payment. Learn more about our Trust Score methodology.

Important disclaimer

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