Rebuilding Lives. Restoring Hope. Creating Pathways to Independence.
Providing structured transitional housing and recovery support services across Southern California.
Nothing but the best is good enough
Optima Transitional offers safe, structured housing for adults rebuilding their lives after incarceration, treatment, or homelessness. Through personalized support, accountability, and compassionate care, we help our residents achieve lasting sobriety and meaningful independence. Because when it comes to recovery, nothing but the best is good enough.
Our Services
Transitional Reentry Housing
Safe, structured, substance-free residences with 24/7 oversight. Our accountable environments provide stability, routine, and support during the critical early stages of recovery and community reintegration.
Case Coordination
Personalized case management connecting you to healthcare, mental health treatment, employment services, and essential resources. We advocate for your needs and coordinate seamless access to support.
Life Skills Development
Practical training in financial literacy, workplace readiness, budgeting, and documentation. Build the everyday skills needed for independent living, meaningful employment, and long-term self-sufficiency.
Benefits Navigation
Expert help with Medi-Cal, CalAIM services, Community Health Worker access, CalFresh, and other public benefits. We ensure you receive all the programs and support you qualify for.
Permanent Housing Support
Guidance in securing and maintaining stable housing, including landlord connections, application help, tenancy education, and follow-up support. We prepare you for lasting independence beyond our program.
Why choose Optima Transitional?
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Integrated Support
We provide more than housing—our model combines safe residences with wraparound services including case management, life skills training, benefits navigation, and healthcare coordination. This whole-person approach addresses every aspect of recovery and reintegration.
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Structure & Accountability
Our fully supervised residences feature live-in managers and 24/7 staff oversight, creating environments where accountability meets compassion. This proven structure reduces recidivism and supports lasting sobriety.
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Experienced & Compassionate Leadership
Led by CEO Crystal Collins, a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor with over 15 years in recovery housing, our team brings deep expertise and unwavering commitment to each resident's success.
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Aligned with California's Health Priorities
We operate in full compliance with California's public health framework, including CalAIM and Community Health Worker services, ensuring you receive the most current, evidence-based support available.
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Diginity-Centered Care
We treat every resident with respect and compassion, creating environments where you can stabilize, heal, and rebuild with dignity. Because nothing but the best is good enough.
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Proven Results
Stable housing paired with coordinated supports reduces returns to custody and prevents homelessness while being significantly more cost-effective than incarceration—producing better outcomes for individuals and communities.
Contact us.
Ready to take the next step? Whether you're seeking housing for yourself or a loved one, or you're a partner looking to make a referral, we're here to help. Reach out today to learn more about our programs and how Optima Transitional can support your journey to independence.