Centro Latino Americano

Centro Latino Americano specializes in outpatient addiction treatment designed specifically for Latino and Hispanic adults facing substance use disorders and mental health challenges. Their outpatient program structure allows clients to participate in recovery programming while maintaining employment, family obligations, and community connections that are essential to Latino cultural values.

The center treats both substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions through their comprehensive outpatient approach. This dual focus recognizes that many Latino individuals seeking addiction treatment also need support for anxiety, depression, or trauma-related conditions that may have contributed to their substance use patterns.

As a bilingual service agency, Centro Latino Americano eliminates language barriers that often prevent Latino families from accessing quality substance abuse treatment. Their Spanish-English programming ensures clients can fully engage with their recovery process in their preferred language, while counselors understand cultural factors that influence addiction and recovery within Latino communities.

The center's location at Plaza Comunidad creates natural connections between addiction treatment and broader community support systems. This shared space with other Latino-serving organizations reinforces the importance of cultural identity and community belonging in sustained recovery, particularly valuable for individuals who may have felt isolated due to their substance use.

Since 1997, Centro Latino Americano has operated as a nonprofit organization committed to making addiction treatment accessible to Latino community members throughout Eugene and Lane County. Their nonprofit structure allows them to serve families regardless of insurance status or ability to pay, removing financial barriers that often prevent Latino individuals from seeking help.

The center's focus on family-centered care recognizes that Latino recovery often involves extended family support systems. Their programming acknowledges cultural values around family loyalty, respect for elders, and collective decision-making that influence how Latino individuals approach addiction treatment and long-term recovery planning.