Mariposa Women and Family Center   

Mariposa's dedication to holistic care began in 1977, when Fran McGowan founded a gender-specific substance use treatment center for women, recognizing their unique needs. Building upon this foundation, Mariposa has maintained a CalWORKs contract for over 40 years, and has expanded its services to include mental health treatment, addressing the root causes of addiction. In 2013, the organization broadened its reach to serve men, children, and families, adopting a family-centered approach. To increase accessibility, virtual services were implemented in 2019, and in November 2023, the Enhanced Care Management and Treatment program was launched to provide intensive support. Furthering its commitment to community service, Mariposa was awarded three multi-year contracts with the City of Anaheim in 2024, set to begin in 2025, solidifying its role as a comprehensive care provider. Since our inception, we have expanded our services to include various treatment areas and have opened programs for men as well. We address issues such as domestic violence, sexual assault, bereavement, parenting, and many other topics. What started as a small program serving a few hundred women each year has grown to provide services for over 3,000 women, men, and children annually. Most recently, we've added our Enhanced Care Management and Treatment Program, assisting individuals experiencing homelessness, transitioning from incarceration, navigating mental health disorders, or other significant life obstacles by offering wraparound service, combining case management, mental health treatment, and access to resources.