25 Years of Miracles
Cinco de Mayo Celebration!
Posted in: In the News by ruth on May 7, 2013 | No Comments
Serenity House celebrated Cinco de Mayo by hosting a fundraiser with food partner Chipotle/Addison located at Lake Street and Rohlwing Road. Chipotle Store Manager Matt Benkowsky kicked off this brand new store’s first ever fundraiser between the hours of 4 – 7 p.m. to benefit the programs at Serenity House. Friends of Serenity House came out to enjoy the celebration feast and support a good cause!
Serenity House Runs United
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On May 4th, 2013, Serenity House staff joined with United Way DuPage/West Cook for the LIVE UNITED 5K Run/Walk held at Cantigny Park in Winfield. Finance Director Lucy Phillips, Site Manager Geoff Rhoades and Men’s Program Counselor Robert Heldermon all ran for a personal best while President Lisa Labiak and Development Director Lisa Snipes spoke with event participants at the Serenity House booth.
Spring Fever is Catching in Addison!
Posted in: With Gratitude by ruth on May 3, 2013 | No Comments
Spring fever was catching in Addison as several volunteers painted the interior of our Wynn Recovery Home during National Alcohol Awareness Month in April. This is the second painting project for the faith based group, many of whom previously painted our North House property.
Save the Date GALA 2013
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Save the Date!
04/20/13
2013 Serenity House
“Swing into Spring”
Annual Gala Fundraiser
The Empress Banquets
200 East Lake Street
Addison, IL 60101
BLESSINGS ABOUND AT SERENITY HOUSE
Posted in: Blogs, With Gratitude by ruth on December 26, 2012 | No Comments
‘Tis the season to be grateful at Serenity House, and everywhere are reminders of those within the community who make this time special for the men and women we serve.
A beautifully decorated tree greets residents at one of the residential homes at Serenity House.
Target Woodridge has generously donated Christmas trees and ornaments to Serenity House, helping to make the residential locations cheerful and bright during the holidays.
Serenity House staff wrap Christmas gifts for the men and women in the residential homes.
Since 1985 the St. Petronille Church Council of Catholic Women in Glen Ellyn has taken on Serenity House as part of their “Adopt-A-Family” program, which benefits the men and women in extended residential care. Each year this dedicated parish has provided sweaters, sweatshirts, coats and a variety of other much needed gifts. In addition, the St. Petronille Junior High Youth Ministry provides handmade Christmas cards to our residential clients with inspirational words of hope and encouragement.
Recovery Home Counselor Larry Cooper selects a gift for one of his clients.
As part of their annual Outreach Program, the St. Pius X Church of Lombard’s Christmas Giving Tree Project has provided the men and women in our recovery homes with warm winter wear, gift and gas cards, and journals. These gifts and their generosity have gone a long way towards warming the hearts of so many residents over the years!
Staff members Wally Newman (left) and Bob Heldermon carefully choose gifts for their clients.
The Family Shelter Service Holiday Shoppe generously invites Serenity House to participate in selecting gifts for our client’s children each year to ensure that there is holiday happiness for the whole family!
HAPPY ARE OUR HOLIDAYS!
Posted in: Blogs, With Gratitude by ruth on December 19, 2012 | No Comments
The month of December was a busy one as a team of amazing individuals performed their own version of holiday magic by making a lot of clutter disappear! A group of energetic men, women and youth from Roberts Road Bible Church in Justice, Illinois and Parkview Church in Orland Park, Illinois volunteered their time and effort to help us clean out garages and basements at the recovery homes located offsite of our main campus. Staff and clients remain very thankful to both groups for all their hard work!
ShareFest Elmhurst 2012 a Real Blessing!
Posted in: Blogs, With Gratitude by ruth on October 17, 2012 | No Comments
ShareFest Elmhurst grew out of a desire to see the churches of Elmhurst unite as one body to reach out to our neighbors in need. On October 13, 2012 a group of approximately two dozen men, women and youth came out on a rainy Saturday and painted the interior of both floors of the North House Men’s Recovery Home property in Addison. All labor, paint and material were donated by the participants and the results were truly spectacular!
We are very grateful to the following Elmhurst churches who participated in this year’s ShareFest activities: Bethel Assembly of God, Elm Church, Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church, Epiphany Lutheran Church, Faith Christian Reformed Church, Faith Evangelical United Methodist Church, Grace Bible Church, Pathway Community Church and West Suburban Community Church.
Recovery Rocks!
Posted in: In the News by ruth on September 25, 2012 | No Comments
As National Recovery Month comes to a close, we were treated to a special evening of live entertainment along with a message of hope and gratitude. Singer, songwriter, and acoustic guitarist Jenny Franck and longtime band mate and bass player, Mike Orr, shared their unique style of grunge and 90s style punk rock while former Serenity House alumni Sam I. spoke of his appreciation to all who made his recovery journey possible.
2012 Rally ‘Round Recovery
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Serenity House was a proud participant in the 8th Annual Rally Round Recovery held at Bicentennial Park in Joliet. Sponsored by the Southwest Coalition on Substance Abuse Issues, the rally featured actor and comedian Tommy Connolly as the MC for the event, presentations by state and local officials, entertainment, music, guest speakers, and over 30 local agencies providing resource information about available services.
The Faces & Voices of Recovery Banner welcomed guests and participants to this year’s event.
Executive Director Lisa Labiak and Development Director Lisa Snipes provided resource information.
One of the most popular features of the rally is Jim Nesci & his traveling cold blooded creatures. including Blondie, the 15-foot Burmese python.
September is National Recovery Month!
Posted in: In the News by ruth on September 4, 2012 | No Comments
Serenity House is celebrating National Recovery Month!
We are in need of new or gently used neutral color,
twin size sheets, pillow cases, blankets or comforters
for the men and women in our residential programs.
Can you help?
Please consider dropping off your donation of new or gently used neutral color, twin size sheets, pillow cases, blankets or comforters at the Serenity House Main Campus located at 891 S. Rohlwing Road, Addison, IL 60101, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Any questions, please call 630 620-6616 X129.
Thank You!