Honoring a Legacy of Compassion: Celebrating the Retirement of Dionese Barnard Gerbrecht
After more than a decade of unwavering dedication, leadership, and heart, Serenity Treatment Center of Louisiana bids a heartfelt farewell to a truly extraordinary leader—Dionese Barnard Gerbrecht. Since the very beginning in 2014, Dionese has been more than an employee; she has been a cornerstone of Serenity’s foundation. Her journey reflects not only professional growth, […]
Court Requirements and Drug Rehab Centers
Getting ordered to treatment by a court can feel overwhelming. You’re dealing with legal consequences while trying to figure out how to get help for substance abuse. The good news is that court-ordered drug rehab can be the turning point that saves your life. At Serenity Treatment Center of Louisiana, we work with people every […]
Bringing Hope to the Community: Mario Mendizabal Outreaches in Lafourche Parish
At The Serenity Center, outreach is more than networking — it’s about sharing hope, building relationships, and reminding individuals that recovery is possible. This week, our Marketing Representative, Mario Mendizabal, continued that mission with a visit to the Lafourche Parish Day Reporting Center. Mario has been actively outreaching throughout several parishes, strengthening community partnerships and […]
What Families Miss When Choosing Treatment Centers Too Quickly
When someone you love needs addiction treatment, panic sets in. You want help now. You need answers today. That urgency is completely natural, but it can lead you to make mistakes when choosing addiction treatment centers. The Rush to Find Treatment Can Overlook Critical Details Desperation clouds judgment. Families often choose the first center that […]
Drug Rehab Following Court Referral
Being referred to drug rehab by the court can feel overwhelming. You might be angry, scared, or uncertain about what comes next. The truth is that court-ordered treatment saves lives every single day. Many people who walk through our doors, convinced they have no way out, end up rebuilding their entire lives. Your drug rehab […]
🌟 Employee of the Month – December 🌟
We are proud to recognize Dustin Little from our Weymouth location and Zanovia Williams from our Foster location as our December Employees of the Month! 📸 Pictured: Dustin Little (left) and Zanovia Williams (right) Dustin Little – Maintenance, WeymouthDustin is dedicated to seeing our clients succeed and regain their lives. He shared that his motivation […]
Celebrating the Heart of Serenity: November Employees of the Month
At Serenity, our strength comes from the people who show up every day with compassion, dedication, and a genuine commitment to helping others heal. This November, we are proud to recognize two outstanding team members whose work truly reflects the heart of our mission. Pictured to the left: IOP Counselor Jill Lavergne Jill Lavergne serves […]
Serenity Center Employees of the Month – October
Serenity Center is proud to recognize our outstanding employees of the month for October, whose dedication, hard work, and compassion continue to make a difference in the lives of those we serve. James Evans – Foster LocationPictured on the left, James Evans, one of our recovery technicians at the Foster location, has been selected as […]
A Carnival of Hope: Serenity Treatment Center Shows That Recovery Can Be Fun
September is Recovery Month, and at Serenity Treatment Center of Louisiana, we proved that recovery can be FUN! 🎈 Our clients and staff came together for a carnival-themed celebration filled with laughter, food, music, and inspiration. We kicked things off with a powerful panel of speakers who shared stories of hope and healing — then […]
From Recovery to Advocacy: Mendizabal Highlights Serenity Treatment Center’s Impact
On September 30th, Mario Mendizabal spoke at the Louisiana Department of Corrections Recovery Month Ceremony, sharing his powerful story of experience, strength, and hope. Mendizabal credited Serenity Treatment Center with saving his life in 2018 and expressed his deep gratitude for being part of the organization, which continues to help others on their path to […]