Serenity Star Ranch

This place is a cult. I was penalized and asked to leave after speaking up when we had a group meeting and the main counselors asked us to talk about anything that we saw or have seen that may have affected anyone else in the group or triggered them. And if we did see something to mention it to our house leader. I had ended up mentioning something to my house leader because I felt uncomfortable saying it in the group. The next day I found myself getting kicked out and they said I exhibited predator like behavior and shouldn’t have gone to a house leader even though they told me too. And the stuff that I mentioned to the house leader was that there was secret relationships going on including sexual things like grooming and extremely inappropriate stuff towards minors that were 16 & 17. They told me because I didn’t say anything to staff that it was predator like behavior and I wasn’t even a part of these relationships or these scenarios. They decided to kick me out and made 3 people go with me to pack my things and was not even allowed to defend myself. They don’t let you have contact with your family, they’re very strict about when getting up and going to bed, and tell you what to do when they want you to do it without any choice and if you question anything they treat you as if you are defiant. And when people decide they want to leave and it’s not for them they shame you and tell you that you’re gonna relapse if you walk out those doors. They make you feel terrible about your decisions. I would choose the right step over serenity star any day. This place is a cult. It is not “free” they force you to do labor, work in kitchens and do other things to earn your place. It is far from a healing environment. PLEASE DO NOT GO HERE. It feels like you’re thoughts and freedom of thought/speech are limited and you have no say so in any sort of negative criticism and if you defend other innocent people they will find a way to throw you under the bus as well.

A little over four years ago, I walked into Serenity Star at one of the lowest points in my life, unsure of what the future held. Looking back now, I can say with complete certainty that this place saved my life. It wasn’t just a treatment center—it was a home, a family, and a foundation for the rest of my life. From the moment I arrived, I was met with compassion, understanding, and a sense of belonging that I had never felt before. The staff at Serenity Star truly care, not just about helping people get sober, but about healing the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. What sets Serenity Star apart is the love and accountability that exists in this community. The program challenged me to be honest with myself, to face my past, and to take responsibility for my future. The cafes that help fund the program taught me that a life of service is so important to my recovery and that our main purpose in life is to be of service to all of humanity. Today, I am four years sober, and I owe so much of that to the foundation I built at Serenity Star.

Can’t say enough good things about this place. I came to this place after trying traditional treatment 4 times and being in and out of AA. They are focused on building sustainable recovery - healing the wounds that got you to pick up and use to begin with. Inner child, codependency, 12 steps, spiritual healing service and so much more! Almost 3 years sober thanks to this place - truly a miracle. If you are looking for help, give them a call! If you are looking to support a local nonprofit that truly makes a difference, donate today! Serenity Star changed my life for the better and I am forever grateful!

I'm so grateful for everything Serenity Star has provided for me. It's been a safe place to learn, heal, and love myself a bit more each day. As someone who has struggled to find long-term, sustainable recovery, I have so much hope now for the future. Sometimes the inner work that I do here is difficult, but I truly believe it's making such a difference in my entire approach to my sobriety and my life. ✨💕

I found myself at Serenity Star during a really dark time in my life. I was struggling with addiction and serenity star was the “last house on the block” for me. This community loved me until I could learn to love and see myself again. I worked on inner child work and learned to re-create myself in a sober, safe, spiritual environment . I will forever be grateful for the love and lessons that I was shown during this time. Today I am a LCDC and I work to help others who struggle with addiction. I have been given the gift of giving and believe that my soul purpose here on earth is to help someone else by my experience and example. “The most beautiful souls are those who walked out of the fire, then returned with water for those still in it.” That’s what it’s all about! I highly recommend this place for anyone who is in need of long term recovery and wants to make a life change!

This place saved a broken, lost woman with low self worth. Helping me become the confident, compassionate, strong leader I am today. I walk with my head held high because of the light this place has shined in my heart! Providing tools to navigate through not only addiction, but becoming the best version of myself. Thankful for Serenity Star for giving me purpose in life to not pick up and use, but to help shine light in others. ❤️🙏🏾

Serenity Star was a life changing experience for me . I showed up a broken man with nothing and they showed me so much about myself and helped me see the world but most importantly myself through a new set of eyes . Serenity gave me the tools to start a new life full of joy and peace. I believe there is no better place to get sober if one is willing to do what it takes to change everything . That place saved my life and for that I’m eternally grateful. I’m now coming up on 5 years without taking a substance to change the way I feel and that is an absolute miracle. If you’re ready to get sober and do the work this place is exactly what you need . I needed it , just didn’t realize how much. Thank you for taking the time to show me I’m worth it .

I came to serenity star a broken and lost person. I was an IV meth and heroin addict for over fifteen years. But thanks to serenity I now have 2 years clean and a full life I never ever imagined I could have. Traditional treatment never worked for me not only because 30 days isn’t enough and heading work lacking in them. they don’t have the love you can find here There’s no other place like it. This places works some serious miracles and I know because I am one.