About Serenity Spring Women’s Recovery Home

Serenity Spring, located in Wauseon, Ohio, is a certified Level II women’s recovery house that meets the standards of the National Alliance of Recovery Residences (NARR). We provide sober recovery housing for adult women in Fulton, Henry, Defiance, and Williams Counties, offering a secure, supportive environment to help women transition from inpatient treatment and outpatient services.

Features Include:

  • Large, Fully Equipped Kitchen: A welcoming space to prepare meals together.
  • Two Comfortable Living Spaces: Areas to relax, connect, and find peace.
  • Eight Private Bedrooms: Single occupancy rooms designed for personal space and reflection.
  • Accessible Bathrooms: Two full and one half bath, including accessibility features.
  • Laundry Amenities: On-site facilities to support daily living.
  • Recreation/Activity Area: Dedicated space for relaxation and activities.
  • Spacious Backyard: A serene outdoor space with a fenced-in play area for visiting children.
  • Secure Facility: Regularly monitored for resident safety and privacy.
  • Transportation: Provided for residents as needed.

Eligibility & Requirements

Serenity Spring welcomes adult women (18+) with a moderate to severe substance use disorder diagnosis. Residents must complete an initial 60-day recovery plan, participate in sober support meetings, and follow all treatment recommendations. A lease agreement is required, with rent determined on a sliding fee scale based on income.

Application Process

Women interested in applying can call Amanda Waldfogel at 419-404-0020.

Frequently Asked Questions

Women aged 18 and over with a moderate to severe substance use disorder diagnosis residing in the 4-county area (Defiance, Fulton, Hernry, Williams Counties).

All residents wil be required to sign a lease agreement with the cost of $753 per month on a very reasonable sliding fee scale. Rent is paid weekly.

Yes. In addition to a substance use disorder diagnosis, women frequently do have a co-occurring mental health diagnosis as well.

The home is only able to accommodate a small crib for a young infant in certain rooms. Children are welcome to visit but cannot stay overnight.

Individual need is the driving factor for length of stay. Everyone is different and can self-determine when they are ready to transition out of the home.

The house is staffed as frequently as possible. Staff may not be in the home at all times but are available by phone 24/7.

Tobacco use is allowed in designated areas outside of the home.

Yes. A valid driver’s license and insurance is required.

Transportation can be provided upon request or arranged through case management services. The Four County  ADAMhs board also has transportation services that can be arranged as well.

Yes. Women must request to have a visitor 48 hours in advance and visitor must be approved. Visiting hours are 8am-8pm with a 3-hour limit.

Treatment is a requirement, however, residents may choose which provider they wish to engage with. Women may be in different phases of treatment and whatever their provider recommends is the guideline that will be adhered to.

Yes. Residents are restricted to travel in the first two weeks of residency without a more senior resident of the house and/or sober supports as well as staff. Residents are required to sign-in and out for safety reasons and need to return to the house before 10pm on weekdays and 11pm on weekends. Residents that have lived in the house for 2 weeks and 60 days in sobriety may request overnight passes, restricted to 2 per month.

Yes. Sublicade is the only acceptable opioid agonist allowed in the home. Medications are the responsibility of residents and will be provided a locked box in their room for safely storing their medications and personal belongings.

Women will provide their own food and meal preparations.

Still Have Questions? Get in Touch with Us!

If you have any questions or need more information about our services, feel free to call our main office or visit our locations page. We’re here to help with any inquiries or concerns.