McAlister Institute provides residential substance use treatment in Lemon Grove, California. Founded in 1977, McAlister Institute has grown into one of San Diego County’s largest alcohol and drug treatment providers, operating 24 programs across a full continuum of care and serving more than 13,000 individuals annually. McAlister Institute is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization offering prevention, education, outreach, outpatient, short-term and long-term residential care, aftercare, and sober living. The organization serves men, women, teens, and children and accepts military insurance and state-financed health plans.