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Serenity Inns

2825 W Brown St, Milwaukee, WI 53208

Est. 2004 2 care levels
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About Serenity Inns

  • Location: Milwaukee, WI
  • Levels of Care: Residential Rehab, Sober Living
  • Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
  • Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Group Therapy
  • Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About Serenity Inns

Serenity Inns provides residential rehab and sober living care in Milwaukee, WI, supporting individuals and families working toward lasting recovery.

The program offers levels of care including residential rehab and sober living, a capacity of 6-15 beds and typical program lengths around 30 days.

Treatment draws on evidence-based and supportive therapies such as 1-on-1 counseling and group therapy and a treatment philosophy that is therapeutic community, tailored to the individual.

The program serves men and men only and treats alcohol, drug addiction, opioids, benzodiazepines, cocaine and ecstasy.

Serenity Inns accepts 24 insurance options, including CareFirst, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna and ComPsych, and can help verify your specific benefits.

Ongoing support continues after treatment through support meetings and housing services.

To confirm current openings, levels of care, and accepted insurance, contact Serenity Inns directly or call our free, confidential helpline.

Evidence-Based Context: According to SAMHSA's National Survey on Drug Use and Health (2023), approximately 48.7 million Americans aged 12 or older had a substance use disorder in the past year. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) emphasizes that treatment programs combining behavioral therapy with medication-assisted approaches show the highest rates of sustained recovery. Facilities like Serenity Inns provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)

Who This Center Serves

Men Men Only

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Residential/24-hour residential Short-term residential
Naltrexone used in Treatment
No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Accepts clients using medication assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder but prescribed elsewhere This facility administers/prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder
Other contracted prescribing entity No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Prescribes naltrexone Relapse prevention with naltrexone Accepts clients using MAT but prescribed elsewhere Lofexidine or Clonidine detoxification
Acamprosate (Campral®) Naltrexone (oral) Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable) Medications for HIV treatment Clonidine Medication for mental disorders Nicotine replacement Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation
Anger management Cognitive behavioral therapy Contingency management/motivational incentives Motivational interviewing Relapse prevention Substance use disorder counseling Trauma-related counseling 12-step facilitation
Private non-profit organization
State Substance use treatment agency Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)
Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs Medicaid Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE) Private health insurance Cash or self-payment State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid SAMHSA funding/block grants
Payment assistance (check with facility for details)
Adult men
Comprehensive substance use assessment Interim services for clients Outreach to persons in the community Complete medical history/physical exam Screening for tobacco use Screening for substance use
Breathalyzer or blood alcohol testing Drug or alcohol urine screening TB screening
Aftercare/continuing care Discharge Planning Naloxone and overdose education Outcome follow-up after discharge
Housing services Assistance with obtaining social services Mentoring/peer support Employment counseling or training
HIV or AIDS education, counseling, or support Hepatitis education, counseling, or support Health education services other than HIV/AIDS or hepatitis Substance use disorder education Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling Individual counseling Group counseling Family counseling Marital/couples counseling
Smoking permitted in designated area
Young Adults Adults Seniors
Male
Vaping permitted in designated area
Case management service Mental health services Social skills development Integrated primary care services Suicide prevention services

What to Expect at Serenity Inns

1. Initial Assessment

A clinical team evaluates your history, needs, and goals to create a personalized plan.

2. Active Treatment

Evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling and Group Therapy, typically 30 days.

3. Progress & Recovery

Regular progress reviews, skill-building sessions, and adjustment of your treatment plan.

4. Aftercare Planning

Continued support, relapse prevention strategies, and connections to community resources for lasting recovery.

Understanding Your Treatment Options

Choosing the right treatment facility is one of the most important decisions in the recovery journey. Research published by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) shows that treatment duration, therapeutic approach, and aftercare planning are the three strongest predictors of long-term sobriety.

Serenity Inns offers 2 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress. This continuum-of-care model — moving from higher to lower intensity — is recommended by SAMHSA as the gold standard for addiction treatment.

Under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, most commercial insurance plans are required to cover substance abuse treatment. Serenity Inns works with 24 insurance providers. Call (833) 567-5838 to verify your specific coverage and learn about out-of-pocket costs before admission.

Contact Information

2825 W Brown St, Milwaukee, WI, 53208

Quick Facts

Program30 days
Capacity6-15 beds
FocusThis center primarily treats s...
Insurance24 accepted

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Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Therapies & Methods

Treatment Philosophy

Therapeutic Community

Conditions & Substances Treated

Alcohol Drug Addiction Opioids Benzodiazepines Cocaine Ecstasy Heroin Methamphetamine Psychedelics

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Frequently Asked Questions about Serenity Inns

Does Serenity Inns accept my insurance?
Serenity Inns accepts 24 insurance carriers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan — deductibles, copays, day limits, and pre-authorization requirements differ. Under the Mental Health Parity Act, commercial plans must cover addiction treatment at parity with medical care. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free 5-minute benefits check.
What treatment programs are available at Serenity Inns?
Serenity Inns offers Residential Rehab, Sober Living with evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Group Therapy. Each admission starts with a clinical assessment against the ASAM criteria to match program intensity (detox, residential, IOP, or outpatient) to clinical need.
How much does treatment cost at Serenity Inns?
Costs vary by level of care, duration, and insurance coverage. Typical national self-pay ranges: outpatient $1,000–$3,000/month, 30-day residential $5,000–$20,000, 90-day inpatient $12,000–$60,000. With 24 insurance carriers accepted at Serenity Inns, out-of-pocket costs are typically lower. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free, personalized cost estimate.
Are there other rehab centers near Milwaukee?
Yes. Browse all WI treatment centers or narrow to Milwaukee specifically. Our full facility directory filters by insurance carrier and level of care. Call (833) 567-5838 for a human-curated shortlist based on your situation.
What should I expect during treatment at Serenity Inns?
Treatment typically begins with a comprehensive clinical assessment, then a personalized plan combining individual therapy, group sessions, and evidence-based methods such as CBT, DBT, and motivational interviewing. Programs at Serenity Inns typically last 30 days. Aftercare planning — which may include sober living, outpatient follow-up, and peer support groups — ensures ongoing support after discharge. Per NIDA research, 90+ days of engaged treatment significantly improves long-term outcomes.
How do I verify Serenity Inns is legitimate?
Every center listed on RehabFlow is sourced from the federal SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator and re-verified quarterly. For additional trust signals, check for JCAHO or CARF accreditation — both are voluntary third-party audits of clinical quality. Licensed clinicians (LCSW, LMFT, LPC, LADC, MD) should be on staff, not just peer coaches. If you spot outdated data, email corrections@rehabflow.us — we re-check within 24 hours.

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