Serenity House Communities

PORT - Peer Overdose Response TEam

When someone experiences an overdose, what they often need most is understanding, support, and hope from someone who truly gets it. That’s why Serenity House Communities created PORT – the Peer Overdose Response Team. Unlike traditional crisis-based models, PORT is developed, managed, and led entirely by individuals with lived experience of substance use and overdose. This unique, peer-driven approach allows us to connect on a deeper level—offering trust, empathy, and empowerment to those navigating one of the most vulnerable moments of their lives.

Need Help? Call Our PORT Line Now 810-569-1342

Submit a Referral Form Here

Reserve Your Ride Today!

Exciting news—we are now providing transportation services for recovery journeys across Genesee & Lapeer County. Whether you're headed to a recovery event, a detox center, treatment facility, hospital, or need support for basic necessities, we have you covered.

Our Transportation Services Include:

Transport to recovery-related events
Rides to detox centers, treatment facilities, or hospitals
Assistance with transportation for basic needs (groceries, job interviews, banking)
Rides to Serenity House for classes, coaching and sober socials
Other recovery-related transport needs (meetings, counseling, drops, court)

Call to Reserve today!

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteers are the backbone of our organization. We offer a variety of opportunities for individuals and groups to get involved and make a difference in the lives of those we serve.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Recovery Arts & Music Show

Join us for an evening of free entertainment, food, and local art—all created by individuals in recovery. This is a space to connect, be inspired, and experience how art and holistic healing support recovery journeys.

Celebrate Creativity in Recovery
Art exhibits from local artists in recovery
Live music & soulful performances
Free food
Sober community gathering
Art for sale and on display
Connection, inspiration, and community in a sober space

Whether you're in recovery, a supporter, or simply curious about how the arts can heal—this event welcomes all. Let’s lift each other up through creativity, connection, and hope.

Event Details
Date: Friday, May 29th, 2026
Time: 5:00 – 7:00 PM
Location: SHC Flint, 1015 Church St.

FREE EVENT / DONATIONS ACCEPTED

Art Submissions & Silent Auction Items Wanted
Please contact Candice@Lapeerserenityhouse.org for more details

Weekly Sober Social: Game Night

Every Friday • 6–7 PM

Looking for a fun, safe way to connect?

Join us every Friday night for a Sober Social Game Night at our Flint location! Enjoy good company, light refreshments, and fun prizes in a welcoming, recovery-minded space.

Free & open to all. Come have some fun!

SMART Recovery Now Hybrid

SMART Recovery is Now HYBRID – for Individuals and for Friends & Family! Join us in person or virtually for SMART Recovery—designed to help you gain independence from any addictive behaviors, whether substance-related or activity-based, or to support a loved one who is struggling.

What is SMART Recovery? It’s a science-based program that empowers individuals and their loved ones to overcome challenges through proven tools, principles, and safe, supportive meetings

Stop the Stigma & share your story!

Break the Silence, Stop the Stigma

At Serenity House, we understand the power of storytelling. Sharing your journey can be a profound way to connect with others, raise awareness, and combat the stigma surrounding mental health. We invite you to share your story with us, whether it’s about your struggles, your triumphs, or anything in between.

Why Share Your Story?

Inspire Others: Your experiences can provide hope & motivation to those facing similar challenges.
Raise Awareness: Help others understand the realities of mental health.

Submit Your Story

We value your privacy and respect your choice in how you wish to share your story. You can choose to share anonymously or include your name. Your story can be as brief or detailed as you like. Every story matters. By submitting your story you agree to allow us to display your story on any of our platforms, e.g. website, FB, IG, LinkedIn, Tiktok & Youtube.

We will never share your email without your permission.

OUR CORE VALUES

Courage

Authenticity

Courage is the value that gives us the moral and mental strength to do what is in integrity, with confidence and resolution, even in the face of temptation or adversity. Courage is defined as the ability to do something that may seem fearful or having strength in the face of pain or grief.

Authenticity

Authenticity is the idea that we celebrate all of the unique things in each individual. We are free to be our authentic selves and freed from the constraints of being someone we are not. We celebrate each individual's strengths and acknowledge their weaknesses.

Perseverance

Authenticity

Perseverance

Perseverance helps us make progress even when things get tough. When we work towards your goals, and dreams, there will be obstacles and setbacks. But if we preserver, we will make progress and learn new skills that will pay off in the long run.

Kindness

Accountability

Perseverance

Kindness refers to the principle of actively choosing to be considerate, helpful, and thoughtful towards others by performing acts of generosity and compassion without expecting anything in return. Kindness is a deep commitment to treating all people with respect and care in all interactions.

Accountability

Accountability is taking ownership over oneself. Mistakes aren't hidden, blame is not shifted, and trust is not lost. Instead, accountability breeds trust among participants and team members, mistakes are owned and corrected.

Acceptance

Accountability

We accept people where they are at in their recovery journey and embrace all pathways to recovery. We seek to recognize our own biases and prejudices and attempt not to place them on others. We honor each other's culture, race, life experiences, belief system, class, age, and gender.

Community

Community is at the core of connection and healing. We believe that our community is integral to our impact, and we strive to act in ways that nurture and encourage its growth, development, and ultimately its ongoing success.

Reviews

Carolyn Angelica Castro

So much gratitude for a wonderfully relaxing acupuncture session. I highly recommend and support the holistic modality. Keep sharing and supporting recovery.

Rachel McCord

Carolyn Angelica Castro

Highly recommend, one of a kind experiences.

Matthew Charles

Very caring and very good atmosphere to recovery.
Great people!

Jessie Roberts

Matthew Charles

The sound healing and acupuncture was amazing. I am so thankful for the experience and would do it again!

A Recovery Community Organization: Healing SUD, Codependency, and Trauma.

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PORT - Peer Overdose Response TEam

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Reserve Your Ride Today!

Volunteer Opportunities

UPCOMING EVENTS

Recovery Arts & Music Show

Weekly Sober Social: Game Night

SMART Recovery Now Hybrid

Stop the Stigma & share your story!

Submit your experience with substance use disorders or Trauma here.

Break the Silence, Stop the Stigma

Why Share Your Story?

Submit Your Story

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