First Step House of Orange County (McMillen House and Plumer Street)

Costa Mesa, CA

Men only

About the house

First Step House of Orange County is a nonprofit that runs three homes for men in Costa Mesa: Charle Street, a short-term home for men with alcohol problems and few resources; McMillen House, for men in their first six months of sobriety; and Plumer Street, a next-phase sober living house.

The homes follow a 12-step program based on Alcoholics Anonymous and are free for those in need. McMillen House has room for up to 24 residents.

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Compiled from public sources (the operator's website; recovery.com listing). Last checked 2026-10-06. Call the house to confirm availability, cost and rules before moving in.