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Zinnia Healing Serenity Lodge

985 Meadow Brook Road
Lake Arrowhead, CA 92352
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About Zinnia Healing Serenity Lodge

They’re reputed for their quality and individualized care. This is evidenced by the numerous testimonies of past clients. They’re also LegitScript certified, which further demonstrates their commitment to quality.

Their residential treatment options include detox and inpatient rehabilitation. They also offer partial hospitalization or day treatment. This can be a step down from inpatient care or a standalone option if you need structured support without full time residency.

Detox occurs in a highly structured and therapeutic setting in their residential facility. It involves assessment, stabilization and 24/7 monitoring by experienced professionals. These experts can administer FDA approved medication if necessary to ease withdrawal symptoms. This ensures your detox is safe and comfortable. The process may take from three days to up to 14 days.

After detox, you can continue your recovery journey through their inpatient rehabilitation. This program involves intense therapy sessions with round the clock support by the recovery team. Their recovery approach integrates 12 Step procedures and proven therapeutic practices including cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing and matrix models. This is delivered in group, individual and family therapy sessions. These sessions focus on helping you address personal issues fueling your substance use and develop solid coping skills. You’ll learn valuable life skills like communication and building relationships. These promote relapse prevention and help you achieve and maintain recovery.

They also incorporate holistic approaches like mindfulness, art and music. These facilitate stress management, emotional expression and self-reflection which all contribute positively to your recovery process. SMART Recovery and other secular groups are also involved. These groups are structured around practical techniques to help you manage addiction. The duration of this program depends on your unique condition. After graduation, you can step down to the day treatment. This program incorporates similar evidence-based methods as their inpatient rehab but involves relatively fewer therapy sessions. It’s also less structured since you’ll receive treatment in the day and return home at night.

Aftercare service may involve referral to sober living facilities. This can help you develop independent living skills, accountability and community engagement which is vital for reintegrating into society. You can also join their alumni network for ongoing recovery support. Comments from past clients reflect an overwhelmingly positive experience and exceptional quality of care.

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Facility Overview

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Ashley Coleman
1 month ago on Google
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As a mother there are no words to fully express the gratitude I have for Serenity Lodge. The moment he arrived he was treated with compassion, dignity, and respect. The staff genuinely cared about his recovery and went above and beyond to support him. Not only did they help my son address his struggles with addiction, but they also helped him rediscover his self-worth, purpose and hope for the future. As a parent seeing that transformation has been the greatest blessing I could ask for. I am forever grateful to everyone at the facility for the care and support. They gave my son a chance to reclaim his life. I highly recommend this treatment center for anyone seeking help for themselves or a loved one.
Jessica Boggs
2 months ago on Google
5
Very good experience. Wonderful staff and groups. Helped my tremendously!! Highly recommend!
Portal of Consciousness
2 months ago on Google
5
A really great experience! Had a great time getting to know the staff and other clients. The scenery is great and so are the facilities!
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Other Forms of Payment

Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.

Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.

Financial aid can take many forms. Centers may have grants or scholarships available to clients who meet eligibility requirements. Programs that receive SAMHSA grants may have financial aid available for those who need treatment as well. Grants and scholarships can help you pai for treatment without having to repay.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

Clients receiving treatment at an outpatient rehab typically do not require hospitalization or intensive supervision and support. Outpatient addiction counseling and recovery education are often offered during the morning, evening, night, and weekend, allowing clients to tailor treatment to their own schedule. Partial hospitalization (PHP) and intensive outpatient (IOP) programs are the most time-intensive and are designed for clients who are at an increased relapse risk and/or who need more robust therapeutic support.

Inpatient rehab provides intensive treatment for clients exiting detox, those in early recovery, and those at an elevated risk of relapse. Unlike outpatient drug rehab, clients receiving inpatient care reside at the facility for the duration of the program. The length of stay may range from two weeks to 18 months or more, depending on the client's needs and the program's design. Inpatient treatment typically involves extensive addiction education and recovery-focused life skills training.

IOPs focus on getting people the help that they need while letting them continue to live at home. Some people benefit when they can go home at the end of the day to family support. People in an intensive outpatient program still visit the rehab facility on a regular basis. These programs typically involve multiple visits per week to take part in therapy sessions. While IOPs are a great option for many people, understand that they aren’t for everyone. Individuals with a chronic drug abuse history usually do better in controlled environments. Also, sometimes relationships between family members are toxic and add more stress. In these situations, inpatient is a better choice.

Rehab aftercare programs offer clients in addiction recovery a robust continuum of care after clients have completed active treatment. These services address recovery as a life-long process and are designed to evolve with clients' changing needs. Clients may partner with their case managers and/or addiction recovery team to identify the rehab aftercare services that are right for them. They may receive career counseling, housing assistance, peer coaching, 12 step program induction, among many other services.

The 12-Steps lay the foundation for recovery. Regardless of the substance, the 12-Step Program at Serenity Lodge helps their guests re-discover themselves spiritually and holistically. They conduct multiple on-site AA and NA meetings per day, giving their Guests the outlet they need to express themselves and build relationships with others.

Sober living homes in California offers an intermediate sober environment that has less structure than inpatient rehab but more than typical home environments. This makes it a good option for those who have concerns about transitioning back to the "real world" after treatment. Residents can typically live at the halfway house as long as they want, if they are willing to follow house rules. These may include a curfew, chores, and maintaining a job.

When an individual is in denial about their substance use disorder, their loved ones may organize a drug intervention in California. This effort involves gently but assertively confronting the individual about their substance use and sharing how it has affected those who care about them. A professional interventionist may also attend this gathering. Their expertise with intervention services can prove helpful in guiding the conversation to a positive result.

Commonly known as "day treatment," a partial hospitalization program (PHP) is an intensive form of outpatient treatment where clients meet during the day and return home in the evening. PHP treatment doesn't require 24-hour care and often serves as an alternative to inpatient hospitalization or a step-down after a residential program. With PHP treatment, you can receive daily support for 6 to 8 hours which includes evidence-based therapies and medication management. The cost of PHP treatment typically varies but averages 90 days.

When addicted, quitting your drug of choice suddenly can be dangerous. That's why experts agree a medically assisted detox is the safest way to remove addictive substances from the body. Usually done in an inpatient setting, your vitals signs and overall well being are consistently monitored and rechecked in order to keep you safe and ensure the detox is successful.

During the first phase of recovery – detox – it is crucial to have 24-hour clinical care in California. This care provides constant monitoring in order to ensure your safely and comfort as you progress through the withdrawal process for drug or alcohol addiction. Licensed professionals prescribe medications to treat withdrawal symptoms and provide frequent monitoring to ensure your safely as addictive toxins leave your system.

Treatments

The goal of treatment for alcoholism is abstinence. Those with poor social support, poor motivation, or psychiatric disorders tend to relapse within a few years of treatment. For these people, success is measured by longer periods of abstinence, reduced use of alcohol, better health, and improved social functioning. Recovery and Maintenance are usually based on 12 step programs and AA meetings.

Drug rehab in California teaches participants constructive ways to stay clean and sober. Treatment revolves around helping individuals stop using the substance they are addicted to and learn healthy habits to avoid relapse.

Many of those suffering from addiction also suffer from mental or emotional illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety disorders. Rehab and other substance abuse facilities treating those with a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder administer psychiatric treatment to address the person's mental health issue in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation.

A combined mental health and substance abuse rehab has the staff and resources available to handle individuals with both mental health and substance abuse issues. It can be challenging to determine where a specific symptom stems from (a mental health issue or an issue related to substance abuse), so mental health and substance abuse professionals are helpful in detangling symptoms and keeping treatment on track.

Opioid rehabs specialize in supporting those recovering from opioid addiction. They treat those suffering from addiction to illegal opioids like heroin, as well as prescription drugs like oxycodone. These centers typically combine both physical as well as mental and emotional support to help stop addiction. Physical support often includes medical detox and subsequent medical support (including medication), and mental support includes in-depth therapy to address the underlying causes of addiction.

Programs

Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.

Clinical Services

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a therapy modality that focuses on the relationship between one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is used to establish and allow for healthy responses to thoughts and feelings (instead of unhealthy responses, like using drugs or alcohol). CBT has been proven effective for recovering addicts of all kinds, and is used to strengthen a patient's own self-awareness and ability to self-regulate. CBT allows individuals to monitor their own emotional state, become more adept at communicating with others, and manage stress without needing to engage in substance abuse.

Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psycho-education, and more. Group therapy involves treatment as well as processing interaction between group members.

In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.

For clients who are struggling with ambivalence toward change, motivational interviewing in California can help strengthen their commitment to change. Using a conversational method, the therapist helps you explore your motivations and empowers you to make the changes you desire.

Trauma therapy is a structured approach used by therapists to help you heal from a past traumatic event. Your therapist works with you to identify the traumatic memory and process the information so you experience emotional healing and a sense of safety and stability.

While in rehab treatment, you may work on developing various life skills to help you in long term recovery. These may include resilience, interpersonal skills, and self awareness. The focus will be on developing healthy habits for self care and relationships so you have the skills you need to manage day to day life.

Recreational therapy is included in alcohol and drug addiction treatment to focus on engaging you in healthy activities that reduce your cravings and improve your overall health and well being. When you participate in group sports, art, or nature walks, you develop new interests and find a meaningful way to spend your time and reduce your cravings.

Amenities

  • weight iconGym
  • spa2 iconYoga Studio
  • home-setting iconResidential Setting
  • private-room iconPrivate Rooms
  • hiking iconHiking

Staff & Accreditations

Staff

Michael Johnson

Executive Director and CEO

Sacora Berry, BA SUDCC

Assistant Clinical Director

Ranay Dato, CADC I

Program Manager

Accreditations

The Joint Commission, formerly known as JCAHO, is a nonprofit organization that accredits rehab organizations and programs. Founded in 1951, the Joint Commision's mission is to improve the quality of patient care and demonstrating the quality of patient care.

Joint Commission Accreditation: Yes

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985 Meadow Brook Road
Lake Arrowhead, CA 92352

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Celestial State
1 month ago
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(I completed program) I would highly recommend looking anywhere else for a rehab facility. My experience here was completely unorganized, frustrating, and actively counterproductive to recovery. To start with the living conditions: the bed in my room was broken, and the facility couldn't care less. Worse, **there is visible black mold in the cafeteria**, which is a massive health hazard to everyone inside. Staff members are incredibly scarce, and on the rare occasion you actually find someone, their attitude is absolutely horrible. The facility is clearly facing massive high-turnover issues, and because they can't keep staff, they force clients to work in the kitchen. This chore rotation frequently causes you to miss scheduled classes, which doesn't happen at any reputable program. To make it worse, they use extortion tactics to force you to comply—if you don't work in the kitchen, they refuse to let you go to the store to buy basic hygiene products or tobacco. The medical and clinical care is equally disastrous. They are constantly making medication errors, which is incredibly dangerous in an environment like this. Furthermore, because of the massive volume of clients they pack into the program, you get almost zero individual attention or one-on-one time. The single positive thing I can say about my time here is that they helped me find a medication that actually allowed me to sleep. However, even that was ruined by their complete lack of communication. Two days before I left, I was constantly told they were submitting a refill request for it and that it would “be here tomorrow.” Fast forward to the day of my departure: right as I am leaving, a staff member casually informs me that I’m not discharging with the medication because it's "not part of my plan." Nobody had client-focused communication with me beforehand. I was just told the medication isn't for long-term use, and that was that. Needless to say, I was livid. On top of the internal chaos, security is nonexistent—I had my belongings stolen during my stay. To make matters worse, the day before I was scheduled to leave, they forced me to pack up all my things and move to an entirely different house. I desperately needed to wash my clothes and repack, but the washer and dryer in the new house were completely broken. I was forced to haul my things back and forth just to get clean clothes. While dealing with all of this stress and heavy lifting, a staff member named Kim actually tried to tell me I had to go to Group. What an absolute joke. There is zero communication, zero respect for clients, and zero accountability. Save yourself or your loved one the trouble and go somewhere else. *might add the bed was being supported by 📚 literally books. Their way of fixing it

jake rangel
1 month ago
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To whom it may concern, I have been to Serenity Lodge twice, in 2025, each time I had a wonderful experience. This time however was much different with no fault to the general staff themselves as it could be seen by Helen Keller herself that they are understaffed, overworked, and lack guidance from administration. Their techs try their best to accommodate client needs with little to no support and Ranay Dato the program director truly has a love for her clients and staff and I appreciate her greatly. I love many staff members here and appreciate the time and effort they have put into their clients' recovery. However,I would be remiss if I hadn't mentioned more than a few discrepancies whilst being here. I pride myself on being an accommodating and understanding individual and appreciate structure and routine, when packing for Serenity Lodge I made it a point to pack appropriate attire so as to not disrupt the program. Serenity has not updated their website so that led to certain articles of clothing being deemed “inappropriate”. Every morning instead of focusing on my morning AA/NA 7s I am fretting about how others may perceive my outfit. During my time at Serenity they updated their clothing policy which I understand, yet I'm unclear if they expected every client to purchase new clothes or select from their scarce selection of donation clothes. I had multiple staff members remark on me wearing a “wife beater” which is entirely inappropriate as it's just a plain white tank top that has 2 inches at the strap. This kind of degrading description of clothing is entirely inappropriate and petulant as you never know if a client has endured domestic abuse before. More importantly due to the lack of appropriate staffing, I whilst in detox was administered multiple sedatives at once which led to extreme hallucinations and paranoia making my detox experience horrid. This institution seems to care more about online perception than they do client care. Below I will attach an image from the off site doctor stating which medications I was administered and that they were done all at once. Had I not been in the right frame of mind this could have led to a mental breakdown or psychotic episode which I’m sure would have inevitably been my fault. When contacting Serenity Lodge I was promised many things such as off site AA meetings, various recreational activities, and a safe clean environment to recover in. Instead I was placed in a house that initially had no wifi, working toilet, and still as I write this no working heat/air and at times the temperature was as low as 30 degrees at night and a mild yet uncomfortable 88 degrees making the house much warmer during the day. I've seen multiple cockroaches in the main dining area making me question the cleanliness of the pantry they store their food in. I have also seen a 69 year old woman who was detoxing and withdrawing from alcohol be told that she must perform kitchen duties (i.e. wash dishes from 40+ clients and staff, wipe tables, sweep, and mop the lodge) and wasn't told she needn't perform such duties until speaking to the program manager Renay Dato, only after breakfast and lunch duties had been performed. This type of unorganized and unprofessional behavior is entirely unacceptable and quite frankly unethical coming from an institution that prides themselves on client care. I thank you for taking the time to read this and hopefully sympathize with me. This place has many great qualities but unfortunately the negatives outweigh the positives and I wouldn't recommend this to anyone.

Ashley Coleman
1 month ago
5

As a mother there are no words to fully express the gratitude I have for Serenity Lodge. The moment he arrived he was treated with compassion, dignity, and respect. The staff genuinely cared about his recovery and went above and beyond to support him. Not only did they help my son address his struggles with addiction, but they also helped him rediscover his self-worth, purpose and hope for the future. As a parent seeing that transformation has been the greatest blessing I could ask for. I am forever grateful to everyone at the facility for the care and support. They gave my son a chance to reclaim his life. I highly recommend this treatment center for anyone seeking help for themselves or a loved one.

Coop E.
2 months ago
1

This place is so manipulative it’s not even funny. I went 4 days without any medication while detoxing from benzos. It is freezing cold and foggy. It’s ugly, the staff is mean and I was eating cold food. Do t go here do not go here!!! Head my warnings

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