Drug & Alcohol Testing Centers, Valley Home, CA
Accredited Drug Testing Inc, is the nation's leading provider of drug, alcohol, occupational health, and DNA testing and has testing centers in Valley Home, CA and throughout the local area. Testing centers are within minutes of your home or office and same day service is available in most cases.
1820 FULLERTON AVE 2.1 miles
CORONA, CA 92881
800 MAGNOLIA AVE STE 108 2.2 miles
CORONA, CA 92879
800 S MAIN ST 2.6 miles
CORONA, CA 92882
118 W 9th St, 2.7 miles
Corona, CA 92882
4234 Riverwalk Parkway Suite 200 3.1 miles
Riverside, CA 92505
2250 S. Main St # 105, 3.3 miles
Corona, CA 92882
10800 MAGNOLIA AVE MOB 1, 4TH FL, 4J 4.3 miles
RIVERSIDE, CA 92505
1690 W 6TH ST STE K 4.4 miles
CORONA, CA 92882
3865 JACKSON ST 5.7 miles
RIVERSIDE, CA 92503
3975 JACKSON ST. STE 104 5.7 miles
RIVERSIDE, CA 92503
9041 MAGNOLIA AVE STE 107B 5.8 miles
RIVERSIDE, CA 92503
4300 CENTRAL AVE 8.7 miles
RIVERSIDE, CA 92506
3579 ARLINGTON AVE STE 300 8.8 miles
RIVERSIDE, CA 92506
3600 CENTRAL AVE STE 3 9.1 miles
RIVERSIDE, CA 92506
4646 Brockton Ave Ste 102, 10.3 miles
Riverside, CA 92506
599 INLAND CTR STE 105 10.5 miles
SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92408
4121 BROCKTON AVE STE 104 10.7 miles
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501
3550 E PHILADELPHIA ST STE 150 11.2 miles
ONTARIO, CA 91761
15302 EL PRADO RD 11.5 miles
CHINO, CA 91710
1101 S MILLIKEN AVE STE C 12.2 miles
ONTARIO, CA 91761
2171 S GROVE AVE STE A 12.4 miles
ONTARIO, CA 91761
402 S MILLIKEN AVE STE E2 12.7 miles
ONTARIO, CA 91761
1760 CHICAGO AVE STE J3 12.8 miles
RIVERSIDE, CA 92507
1405 SPRUCE ST STE F 12.9 miles
RIVERSIDE, CA 92507
14384 SLOVER AVE 12.9 miles
FONTANA, CA 92337
59 S MILLIKEN AVE STE 100 12.9 miles
ONTARIO, CA 91761
10444 LIVE OAK AVE 13.0 miles
FONTANA, CA 92337
4325 E GUASTI RD 13.0 miles
ONTARIO, CA 91761
7798 CHERRY AVE 13.1 miles
FONTANA, CA 92336
4045 E GUASTI RD STE 215 13.1 miles
ONTARIO, CA 91761
6200 BOX SPRINGS BLVD 13.4 miles
RIVERSIDE, CA 92507
5475 E LA PALMA AVE 13.4 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92807
3200 INLAND EMPIRE BLVD STE 100 13.7 miles
ONTARIO, CA 91764
2920 Inland Empire Blvd Ste 108 13.8 miles
Ontario, CA 91764
5475 WALNUT AVE 13.9 miles
CHINO, CA 91710
6485 DAY ST Ste 302 14.1 miles
RIVERSIDE, CA 92507
9300 SANTA ANITA AVE STE 104 14.3 miles
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730
6485 Day St Ste 102, 14.3 miles
Riverside, CA 92507
9405 FAIRWAY VIEW PL 14.4 miles
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730
9961 SIERRA AVE FL 6 14.4 miles
FONTANA, CA 92335
13768 Roswell Suite 220, 14.5 miles
Chino, CA 91710
20770 ASH CIR STE 200 14.5 miles
YORBA LINDA, CA 92886
8805 HAVEN AVE STE 100 15.1 miles
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730
754 N MOUNTAIN AVE 15.8 miles
ONTARIO, CA 91762
10841 WHITE OAK AVE 15.9 miles
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730
10801 FOOTHILL BLVD, STE 105 16.0 miles
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730
13800 Heacock St Ste C134 16.2 miles
Moreno Valley, CA 92553
7777 MILLIKEN AVE STE A 16.4 miles
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730
850 E WASHINGTON ST 16.6 miles
COLTON, CA 92324
24318 HEMLOCK AVE STE E1 16.6 miles
MORENO VALLEY, CA 92557
8283 Grove Ave Ste 204, 16.8 miles
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
1310 SAN BERNARDINO RD STE 107 16.8 miles
UPLAND, CA 91786
999 San Bernardino Rd 16.8 miles
Upland, CA 91786
16420 PERRIS BLVD STE Q 16.9 miles
MORENO VALLEY, CA 92551
411 N LAKEVIEW AVE 16.9 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92807
935 S MOUNT VERNON AVE STE 101 17.2 miles
COLTON, CA 92324
9695 BASELINE RD 17.2 miles
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730
290 N 10TH ST STE 100 17.4 miles
COLTON, CA 92324
8891 CENTRAL AVE 17.7 miles
MONTCLAIR, CA 91763
2226 MEDICAL CENTER DR Ste 101 17.7 miles
PERRIS, CA 92571
1461 E COOLEY DR STE 200 17.7 miles
COLTON, CA 92324
2224 MEDICAL CENTER DR 17.8 miles
PERRIS, CA 92571
502 S GAREY AVE 17.9 miles
POMONA, CA 91766
425 E FOOTHILL BLVD 18.2 miles
RIALTO, CA 92376
6670 ALTON PKWY 1ST FL 18.3 miles
IRVINE, CA 92618
1301 N ROSE DR 18.4 miles
PLACENTIA, CA 92870
1201 N. ROSE DR. SUITE 202 18.5 miles
PLACENTIA, CA 92870
1045 N TUSTIN ST 18.8 miles
ORANGE, CA 92867
295 E Caroline St Ste D1 18.8 miles
San Bernardino, CA 92408
909 E YORBA LINDA BLVD STE H 18.8 miles
PLACENTIA, CA 92870
1894 COMMERCENTER W STE 106 18.9 miles
SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92408
1601 MONTE VISTA AVE Ste 190 19.1 miles
CLAREMONT, CA 91711
31571 CANYON ESTATES DR STE101 19.3 miles
LAKE ELSINORE, CA 92532
17542 17TH ST STE 330 19.3 miles
TUSTIN, CA 92780
867 S TUSTIN ST 19.4 miles
ORANGE, CA 92866
1716 W HOLT AVE 19.5 miles
POMONA, CA 91768
25455 BARTON RD STE A106 19.5 miles
LOMA LINDA, CA 92354
1375 CAMINO REAL STE 130 19.6 miles
SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92408
8408 THOROUGHBRED ST 19.6 miles
ALTA LOMA, CA 91701
1300 N KRAEMER BLVD 19.6 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92806
425 DIAMOND DR STE 104 19.8 miles
LAKE ELSINORE, CA 92530
23962 ALICIA PKWY 19.8 miles
MISSION VIEJO, CA 92691
31712 Casino Dr Ste 7b, 19.8 miles
Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
25805 Barton Rd Ste A-104, 19.9 miles
Loma Linda, CA 92354
2492 WALNUT AVE STE 110 19.9 miles
TUSTIN, CA 92780
801 N Tustin Ave Ste 102, 19.9 miles
Santa Ana, CA 92705
800 N Tustin Ave Ste A 20.0 miles
Santa Ana, CA 92705
3002 DOW AVE STE 204 20.0 miles
TUSTIN, CA 92780
22741 LAMBERT ST 20.2 miles
LAKE FOREST, CA 92630
100 N TUSTIN AVE 20.2 miles
TUSTIN, CA 92780
1850 S WATERMAN AVE 20.2 miles
SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92408
328 COMMERCIAL RD 0STE 101 20.2 miles
SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92408
15751 Rockfield Blvd 20.4 miles
Irvine, CA 92618
15775 LAGUNA CANYON RD Ste 100 20.5 miles
IRVINE, CA 92618
801 CORPORATE CENTER DR STE 130 20.5 miles
POMONA, CA 91768
705 W LA VETA AVE STE 102 20.6 miles
ORANGE, CA 92868
640 S PLACENTIA AVE 20.7 miles
PLACENTIA, CA 92870
16200 SAND CANYON AVE 20.8 miles
IRVINE, CA 92618
1010 W La Veta Ave Ste 140, 20.8 miles
Orange, CA 92868
1805 MEDICAL CENTER DR 20.9 miles
SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92411
1310 W Stewart Dr Ste 304, 20.9 miles
Orange, CA 92868
946 W TOWN AND COUNTRY RD 21.0 miles
ORANGE, CA 92868
4950 Barranca Pkwy Ste 101, 21.1 miles
Irvine, CA 92604
350 TERRACINA BLVD 21.2 miles
REDLANDS, CA 92373
211 S STATE COLLEGE BLVD STE 325 21.3 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92806
1619 E Edinger Ave 21.3 miles
Santa Ana, CA 92705
566 E LAMBERT RD 21.3 miles
BREA, CA 92821
1001 E IMPERIAL HWY 21.4 miles
BREA, CA 92821
23961 CALLE DE LA MAGDALENA STE 230 21.5 miles
LAGUNA HILLS, CA 92653
23521 Paseo De Valencia #302C, 21.5 miles
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
25431 CABOT RD STE 118 21.5 miles
LAGUNA HILLS, CA 92653
2121 S TOWNE CENTRE PL STE 100 21.5 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92806
24451 HEALTH CENTER DR 21.5 miles
LAGUNA HILLS, CA 92653
1717 E LINCOLN AVE 21.6 miles
Anaheim, CA 92805
1530 E Edinger Ave Ste 1 21.6 miles
Santa Ana, CA 92705
742 W HIGHLAND AVE 21.9 miles
SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92405
1534 E WARNER AVE 21.9 miles
SANTA ANA, CA 92705
24962 CALLE ARAGON 22.0 miles
LAGUNA WOODS, CA 92637
1111 E LA PALMA AVE 22.2 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92805
1241 E DYER RD STE 145 22.5 miles
SANTA ANA, CA 92705
17232 RED HILL AVE 22.5 miles
IRVINE, CA 92614
2150 N Waterman Ave Ste 100b, 22.5 miles
San Bernardino, CA 92404
1000 S ANAHEIM BLVD STE 200 22.6 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92805
399 E. HIGHLAND AVE. STE 510 22.6 miles
SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92404
947 S ANAHEIM BLVD STE 120 22.6 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92805
105 TERRAINA BLVD 22.7 miles
REDLANDS, CA 92373
PO BOX 2109 22.7 miles
REDLANDS, CA 92373
2707 E VALLEY BLVD STE 116 22.7 miles
WEST COVINA, CA 91792
61 ARGONAUT 22.9 miles
ALISO VIEJO, CA 92656
28400 MCCALL BLVD 23.1 miles
SUN CITY, CA 92585
2362 MORSE AVE 23.2 miles
IRVINE, CA 92614
18575 Gale Ave Ste 155 23.3 miles
City of Industry, CA 91748
18575 GALE AVE STE 295 23.3 miles
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91748
27168 NEWPORT RD STE 1 23.4 miles
MENIFEE, CA 92584
2151 N HARBOR BLVD 23.4 miles
FULLERTON, CA 92835
2720 N HARBOR BLVD STE 130 23.5 miles
FULLERTON, CA 92835
27800 MEDICAL CENTER RD STE118 23.5 miles
MISSION VIEJO, CA 92691
1950 SUNNYCREST DR STE 1800 23.6 miles
FULLERTON, CA 92835
18335 VALLEY BLVD 23.6 miles
LA PUENTE, CA 91744
1350 W COVINA BLVD 23.6 miles
SAN DIMAS, CA 91773
1006 W LA PALMA AVE 23.6 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
29798 HAUN RD STE 207 23.8 miles
MENIFEE, CA 92586
25500 RANCHO NIGUEL RD STE 100 24.4 miles
LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA 92677
1801 W ROMNEYA DR STE 106 24.5 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
710 N EUCLID ST STE 203 24.9 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
17487 HURLEY ST 24.9 miles
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91744
2640 E GARVEY AVE S STE 106 24.9 miles
WEST COVINA, CA 91791
Drug and alcohol testing services are provided for employers and individuals and are administered for various reasons including Employment related such as pre-employment, random, post accident and reasonable suspicion, also US DOT-Part 40, Court Ordered, School and personal reasons.
Scheduling a drug, alcohol or any testing service at any of our Valley Home, CA testing facilities is simple and easy. Call (800)221-4291 or you may schedule a test online 24/7 by clicking below and receive your donor pass/registration form with the testing center address and instructions via email.
Customer Service Is Our #1 Priority- Our Drug Testing centers recognize that needing a drug, alcohol or occupational health test can be stressful at times. Accredited Drug Testing takes the stress out of a stressful situation and is available to answer any questions you may have and provide our services in a friendly, courteous and confidential manner. Call our scheduling department today at (800)221-4291.
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Types of Drug Testing Methods Available
Our testing centers provide many types of drug testing methods, below is a brief description of each method choose the one that is right for your need.
Urine Test - Urine - Accredited Drug Testing provides drug testing utilizing the Urine screening method. Urine drug testing can be screened for 5, 7, 9, 10, 12 and 15 panel screenings. Urine drug tests can also include an expanded opiates analysis. Same day service is available and testing centers are located in all cities and in most cases within minutes from your home or office. The detection period for a urine drug test is up to 3-5 days and results are reported in most cases in 2- 3 days.
The procedure for a urine drug test is simple. A donor provides a urine specimen in a cup to a drug testing collection specialist who will then seal the specimen cup, complete various documentation including a chain of custody form, have the donor initial the specimen cup seal, provide identification and upon completion of the collection and paperwork the specimen will be sent in a secure manner by Currier to the laboratory for testing.
Hair Drug Testing - Accredited Drug Testing can provide a drug test utilizing the Hair follicle drug test method and a Hair drug test can be tested for 5, 10, and 12 panel screenings. The detection period for a hair drug test is up to 90 days and results are reported in most cases in 3 -5 days.
The hair drug test is becoming more frequently used by employers, courts and other government agencies due to the fact that the window of detection for illegal drug use for a hair is up to 90 days. Many courts have begun accepting hair testing in place of urine or blood testing and hair testing has been determined to be legally and scientifically admissible evidence in a court of law.
A hair drug test is a simple process whereby a drug testing collection specialist cuts approximately 120 strands of hair from the head or a specific amount from the body and submits the hair to a certified laboratory for analysis. A hair follicle drug test can be screened for a 5 panel, 10 panel or 12 panel test and can also include expanded opiates. If a donor does not have 1 ½ inches of hair on their head, body hair can be utilized, however, if the donor is bald and has none or very little body hair, a hair drug test is not an available option, a urine or oral/saliva test should be utilized.
In addition to our standard drug test panels, opioid screening can be added to any drug test to determine the use and/or abuse of any prescription drugs.
US DOT Testing and Part 40 Compliance - Accredited Drug Testing provides DOT drug testing for pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion and return to duty for companies or employees regulated and covered by 49 CFR Part 40 including FMCSA, USCG, FTA, FRA, FAA, PHMSA. The drug test required by the Department of Transportation is a 5-panel urine test, which must be analyzed by SAMHSA certified laboratory and verified by a Medical Review Officer (MRO).
Additional DOT services include:
- -DOT Consortium Membership (random testing)
- -DOT Supervisor Training
- -MVR Reports
- -DOT Drug Policy Development
- -DOT Physicals
- -DOT Breath Alcohol Testing
Our Valley Home, CA testing centers have certified DOT drug testing collection specialists who are trained in the proper collection of a DOT drug test.
The Opioid Overdose Crisis
Every day, more than 130 people in the United States die after overdosing on opioids. The misuse of and addiction to opioids—including prescription pain relievers, heroin, and synthetic opioids such as fentanyl—is a serious national crisis that affects public health as well as social and economic welfare. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that the total "economic burden" of prescription opioid misuse alone in the United States is $78.5 billion a year, including the costs of healthcare, lost productivity, addiction treatment, and criminal justice involvement.
- Roughly 21 to 29 percent of patients prescribed opioids for chronic pain misuse them.
- Between 8 and 12 percent develop an opioid use disorder.
- An estimated 4 to 6 percent who misuse prescription opioids transition to heroin.
- About 80 percent of people who use heroin first misused prescription opioids.
- Opioid overdoses increased 30 percent from July 2016 through September 2017 in 52 areas in 45 states.
- The Midwestern region saw opioid overdoses increase 70 percent from July 2016 through September 2017.
- Opioid overdoses in large cities increase by 54 percent in 16 states.
In the late 1990s, pharmaceutical companies reassured the medical community that patients would not become addicted to prescription opioid pain relievers, and healthcare providers began to prescribe them at greater rates. This subsequently led to widespread diversion and misuse of these medications before it became clear that these medications could indeed be highly addictive.3,4 Opioid overdose rates began to increase. In 2017, more than 47,000 Americans died as a result of an opioid overdose, including prescription opioids, heroin, and illicitly manufactured fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid.1That same year, an estimated 1.7 million people in the United States suffered from substance use disorders related to prescription opioid pain relievers, and 652,000 suffered from a heroin use disorder (not mutually exclusive)
Court Ordered Testing - Accredited Drug Testing and our Valley Home, CA drug testing centers also provide drug and alcohol testing for probation and other court ordered testing requirements. Testing services include ETG alcohol testing and drug testing utilizing urine and hair methods. Test results can be sent directly to Probation Officers, Judges, Attorneys or other parties as required. Strict confidentiality is assured.
Alcohol Testing - Accredited Drug Testing and our Valley Home, CA testing centers provide alcohol testing including ETG testing in both urine and hair and Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT). Alcohol testing can be added to any drug test screening.
Testing Facilities Nationwide - In addition to our drug and alcohol testing centers in Valley Home, CA and the local area, Accredited Drug Testing has company owned and affiliated collection sites in all States and most cities to serve our clients' needs when traveling or employment related testing is required in multiple cities or States.
On-Site/Mobile Testing - Time Is Money!- Accredited Drug Testing provides On-Site drug testing services in all cities nationwide and can be used for construction sites, sporting events, job fairs and trucking/transportation companies, on site testing is available for DOT and NON-DOT regulated employers. In most cases, on-site mobile testing is cost effective when you have 10 or more employees needing to be drug or alcohol tested without leaving the job site.
Employer testing/account setup - If you are an employer with at least 5 employees and would like to set up an account for future testing, it's simple and easy. Call us and speak with a client relations representative, (800)221-4291 it takes 5 minutes or less to complete. Account benefits include no setup fees, test discounts, invoicing, test status tracking and personalized customer service.
Does Your Company Have a Written Drug Policy? - Employee Drug & alcohol testing is utilized best when conducted in conjunction with a clear, written drug policy that is shared with all employees, along with employee education about the dangers of alcohol and drug abuse, supervisor training on the signs and symptoms of alcohol and drug abuse, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to provide help for employees who may have an alcohol or drug problem. If your company does not have a written drug and alcohol policy or your current policy needs to be revised, Accredited Drug Testing specializes in the development and implementation of an employer's drug and alcohol policy which complies with state and federal law.
DNA Testing Services -Accredited Drug Testing provides DNA testing at testing centers Nationwide for paternity, immigration, and family relationship purposes. DNA testing centers are located in most cities and within minutes of your home or office.
DNA testing can provide an accurate determination of the probability of paternity at 99% more of who the child's biological father or mother is. The initial DNA test takes only a few minutes at the testing center and involves the swabbing of the child and alleged fathers mouth, which will provide saliva to be analyzed by a certified laboratory. Our DNA results are analyzed by a certified AABB laboratory and can be used in a legal proceeding to determine paternity or child custody related issues.
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Handy Resources
Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing
- National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.
- FDA: Drug Testing
Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.
- PDR.net
Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.
- BeSafeRx - FDA
Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.
- SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace
Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.
- Drugs.com
Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.
- Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)
Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.
- Merck Manuals
Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.
- SAMHSA Store
Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.
- National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)
Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.
- CDC: Workplace Health Promotion
CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.
- Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing
General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.
- MedlinePlus: Drug Testing
Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.
- University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia
Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.
- World Health Organization (WHO)
International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.
- Healthline: Drug Testing
Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.
- WebMD: Drug Testing
Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.
- National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)
Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.
AI Overview
Overview of Drug Testing Collection Centers
Drug testing collection centers are specialized facilities where individuals submit biological samples for drug testing. These centers play a crucial role in the drug testing process, serving industries such as transportation, healthcare, sports, and many sectors requiring workplace safety and compliance with drug-free policies. This overview details the functions, types of tests conducted, and what individuals can expect during a visit to a drug testing collection center.
Functions of Drug Testing Collection Centers
Collection centers are primarily responsible for the secure and proper collection of samples, ensuring that they are uncontaminated and accurately reflect the subject's drug use status. They adhere to strict procedures to maintain confidentiality and integrity of the testing process.
Types of Tests Conducted
- Urine Testing: The most common form of drug testing, used to detect recent use of drugs such as marijuana, cocaine, opiates, amphetamines, and others.
- Hair Follicle Testing: Provides a longer detection window compared to urine testing and is used to analyze drug use over a period of months.
- Saliva Testing: Used for its non-invasive nature and ability to detect immediate drug use.
- Blood Testing: Although less common due to its invasive nature, it is the most accurate form of drug testing.
What to Expect at a Collection Center
- Identification Verification: Upon arrival, individuals must present valid identification to ensure that the samples correspond to the correct person.
- Sample Collection: Trained professionals collect samples in a manner that minimizes the chance of tampering or contamination. This might involve measures such as securing personal belongings and direct observation during sample provision.
- Chain of Custody: Each sample is handled with a documented chain of custody procedure to maintain its integrity from collection to testing laboratory.
Importance of Collection Centers
Drug testing collection centers are vital for ensuring the effectiveness and reliability of the drug testing process. They provide essential services that help employers maintain a safe and productive workplace, enforce legal and regulatory requirements, and assist in rehabilitation processes. The professionalism and accuracy practiced by these centers are crucial for upholding the trust and safety standards expected in many professional environments.
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Local Area Info: Simi Valley, California
The city of Simi Valley (from the Chumash word, Shimiyi), in the eponymous valley, is in the southeast corner of Ventura County, California, United States, 40 miles (64 km) from downtown Los Angeles, making it part of the Greater Los Angeles Area. The city sits next to Thousand Oaks, Moorpark, and Los Angeles. The city's 2014 population has been estimated at 126,871, up from 111,351 in 2000. The city of Simi Valley is surrounded by the Santa Susana Mountain range and the Simi Hills, west of the San Fernando Valley, and northeast of the Conejo Valley. It is largely a commuter bedroom community, feeding the cities in the Los Angeles area and the San Fernando Valley to the east, and cities in Ventura County to the west.
The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, where the former president was buried in 2004, is in Simi Valley. Simi Valley has been ranked twice as the 18th most conservative city in the United States; once by The Bay Area Center for Voting Research and also by GovPro.com. The Reagan Library has hosted Republican primary debates, last in 2012, and the first primary debates in 2016. A study done by the University of Vermont ranked Simi Valley as the fifth-happiest city in the United States. According to crime statistics by the FBI in 2013, Simi Valley is the seventh-safest city in the U.S. with a population of 100,000 or more. The U.S. Census Bureau of 2012 reported a median household income of $87,894, which is higher than the California median of $70,231 and the national average of $62,527.
Simi Valley was once inhabited by the Chumash people, who also settled much of the region from the Salinas Valley to the Santa Monica Mountains, with their presence dating back 10,000–12,000 years. Around 5,000 years ago these tribes began processing acorns, and harvesting local marshland plants. Roughly 2,000 years later, as hunting and fishing techniques improved, the population increased significantly. Shortly after this sharp increase a precious stone money system arose, increasing the viability of the region by offsetting fluctuations in available resources relating to climate changes. The native people who inhabited Simi Valley spoke an interior dialect of the Chumash language, called Ventureño.