Serenity House Counseling Services, Inc.

03/30/2026

Addiction doesn’t look one specific way. It affects parents, coworkers, students, veterans, professionals, neighbors, people you pass every day without ever knowing the challenges they may be facing.

Substance use disorder can impact anyone, regardless of background or circumstance. The good news? Recovery is possible with the right support, structure, and community.

At Serenity House, we meet people where they are and help them rebuild stability, confidence, and independence, one step at a time.

If you or someone you love needs support, help is here.

Serenity House Alcohol and Drug Addiction Treatment facility in Addison IL specializes in alcohol addiction, he**in addiction, drug treatment & counseling.

03/26/2026

Did you know DUI education programs reduce repeat offenses when paired with treatment?

Serenity House DUI Services focus on accountability, education, and behavioral change, helping individuals rebuild safer futures.

03/24/2026

Recovery is about more than sobriety, it’s about rediscovering confidence, connection, and purpose.

Through Drama Therapy at Serenity House Counseling Services, men in recovery have spent months developing communication skills, emotional awareness, and trust in themselves and others. These therapeutic experiences help individuals rebuild identity and confidence as part of long-term healing.

Please join us April 8th at 7pm for Shakespeare Recovered.

Addison Park District
120 E Oak Street, Addison

*Free admission for the Addison community

03/20/2026

Today marks the first day of spring, a season associated with renewal, growth, and new beginnings.

In recovery, progress often begins long before visible change appears. Small daily choices, consistent support, and safe environments create lasting transformation over time.

At Serenity House, we see new beginnings happen every day.

If you or someone you love is ready for a fresh start, help is here.

03/18/2026

National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week helps communities separate myth from fact when it comes to substance use and addiction.

• Addiction is a medical condition, not a moral failure.
• Early intervention improves recovery outcomes.
• Treatment and community support save lives.

Education reduces stigma, and reducing stigma helps more people seek treatment sooner.

Serenity House remains committed to prevention, education, and recovery support across DuPage and Kane Counties.

03/17/2026

Holidays can present challenges for individuals in recovery.

Helpful tips:
• Bring a sober support friend
• Plan an exit strategy
• Attend a meeting beforehand
• Remember your why

Celebration and recovery can coexist safely.

03/16/2026

Addiction impacts entire families, not just individuals.

Supporting someone in recovery can be:
• Listening without judgment
• Setting healthy boundaries
• Celebrating progress
• Encouraging treatment

Serenity House offers resources for both individuals and loved ones navigating recovery.

03/14/2026

First, we want to say thank you to everyone who has donated items for the Serenity House Mobile Outreach Unit. Your generosity helps our outreach team provide essential supplies and support to unsheltered individuals throughout our community.

As we move into warmer weather, the items we are collecting are changing to better meet seasonal needs.

Take a look at the flyer below to see what we’re currently collecting. If you or someone you know would be interested in organizing a donation drive or helping collect items, we would greatly appreciate your support.

Every donation helps our team continue meeting people where they are and connecting them to resources, care, and pathways to recovery.

03/13/2026

Recovery meets people where they are.

Serenity House Counseling Services partners with A.I.D. Harm Reduction Pop-Ups in Aurora and Elgin.

Following each pop-up, our team provides free recovery coaching for anyone seeking support.

Aurora: Wednesdays
Elgin: Thursdays

Because access to help should never depend on circumstance.

Contact Danielle Heffernan for details.

03/11/2026

Yesterday it was 75° and sunny. Today it's 39° and hailing.

If that kind of whiplash has you feeling off, you're not imagining it.

Dramatic weather swings in late winter and early spring can trigger real shifts in mood, energy, and motivation. For those in recovery, that instability can quietly chip away at progress.

When the world outside feels unpredictable, lean into what you can control:

• Protect your sleep routine
• Get outside when the weather allows, even briefly
• Show up to meetings, even when (especially when) you don't feel like it
• Reach out before the stress becomes too heavy to carry alone

Recovery doesn't require perfect conditions. It just requires showing up.
Serenity House is here, rain, hail, or sunshine.

03/08/2026

Recovery gives women the opportunity to reclaim their voice, health, and future. Today we celebrate every woman choosing healing.

Happy International Women's Day.

03/08/2026

Women in recovery, the staff who support them, the partners who walk beside us, and the family members who never give up, all play a role in rebuilding lives every single day.

This International Women’s Day, we celebrate the resilience, compassion, and strength of the women and communities making healing and second chances possible.