Admissions and Referrals
Serenity Mesa accepts youth ages 14–20 who are struggling with a substance use disorder.
We offer a continuum of care that includes:
- Medical detox in our on-site Crisis Triage Center
- 90-day inpatient treatment/transitional living services
- Supportive housing opportunities
Insurance & Admissions Information
Serenity Mesa is proud to be in-network with the following insurance providers:
- NM Medicaid
- Presbyterian Commercial and Turquoise Care
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Commercial and Turquoise Care
- United Health Care and Turquoise Care
- Tri-West
- Molina
How to Apply
If you or a loved one is interested in applying to Serenity Mesa, please contact us:
Call: (505) 877-3644
Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
What to Expect After You Apply
Referral Received & Insurance Verified
Our team will review your referral and confirm your insurance coverage.
Interview Scheduled
Once verified, our Admissions Coordinator will schedule an interview with one of our licensed clinical social workers to assess the appropriate level of care.
Bed Offered & Intake Scheduled
If accepted, you will be offered a bed and an intake date will be scheduled.
Important Notes
Clients must have active insurance before an interview can be scheduled.
If your insurance requires a co-pay for treatment and/or medication, you will be responsible for those costs.
Clients must provide a valid Social Security number and insurance plan number when completing the referral.
Admissions Criteria
At Serenity Mesa, we want every client to have the best chance at lasting recovery. Because of this, we have a few important guidelines for admission:
Safe environment: To protect all of our clients and staff, we are unable to accept individuals with violent histories or sexual offenses.
Support from the legal system: We work closely with probation officers, drug courts, and juvenile systems, but admission is only offered when the young person is personally ready to engage in treatment.
Readiness matters: Recovery is most successful when a client truly wants to be here—not just to avoid jail or consequences, but because they are ready to make a change.
Limited space: Our beds are limited, so we reserve them for those who are motivated to begin their healing journey.
At Serenity Mesa, we believe recovery is possible, and we are here to provide a safe, supportive space for those who are ready to take that first step.
Life at Serenity Mesa
At Serenity Mesa, we work together to create a safe, positive, and respectful community. Everyone here is expected to show respect for themselves, other clients, and staff.
Part of being in our community is helping out with facility upkeep, responsibilities, and chores. We do this for three reasons:
- Building Inner-wealth – Chores help you learn responsibility and give you a chance to feel proud of your work.
- Teamwork matters – Serenity Mesa is small, and it takes all of us working together to keep it running strong.
- Feels like home – We want this to be a place that feels comfortable, welcoming, and cared for—just like home.
As clients move through the program, they will progress through five levels. Each level is mostly based on how long the client has been in the program and if they have completed all aspects of that level successfully. With every new level, clients earn more privileges and opportunities.
What to Bring with You
We are committed to providing an atmosphere that is safe and suitable for learning and growth. Laundry facilities, including supplies, are available for resident use.
- Wash and wear clothing geared toward comfort and appropriateness.
- NO gang affiliated colors, hats, sports teams, brands, etc.
- Dress clothes for court appointments.
- Tennis shoes, flip flops, dress shoes.
- Personal hygiene items. (Hair and body care products must be aerosol & alcohol free.) Some personal hygiene products are controlled by staff (kept in a secure space). These items may include, but are not limited to, razors or other items. These items must be returned after use.
Any additional items must be pre-approved by the staff before family can bring them in, and all additional items will be searched before given to you. Determination of inappropriate attire will be at Staff’s discretion.
What NOT to Bring
Upon Admission, our staff will check your belongings and drug test and search your person.
DO NOT BRING
- Money/cash. Debit cards and checks will be stored until discharge.
- Illegal substances or mood-altering drugs or drug paraphernalia.
- Non-prescription medication (i.e. Advil, Tylenol, vitamins, herbs, or nutritional supplements).
- Weapons.
- No clothing which advertises/promotes alcohol or drugs.
- No clothing that has offensive, provocative, and derogatory racial, ethnic, gender, sexual orientation slogans, or images are allowed.
- No form-fitting clothing or short shorts or clothing of a revealing or sexually explicit nature (i.e. low necklines, miniskirts, sheer clothing, skirts or dresses with slits higher than the knee).
- Hair clippers.
- Cell phones, TVs, laptops, tablets, etc. (residents may have access to these items after the first 90 days). Music players and headphones are allowed.
- Expensive or excessive jewelry.
- Exercise equipment.
- Clothes iron.
- Products containing alcohol.
- Products with shea or microbeads.