The Recovery Center of Medina County (RCMC) is dedicated to strengthening communities by supporting individuals and families affected by substance use disorders. Our integrated approach combines recovery support services with vocational training, anchored by our social enterprise: the Sérénité Restaurant and Culinary Institute. Located in Medina, Ohio, we serve individuals in recovery, empowering them with the tools and opportunities needed for long-term stability, independence, and dignity.
We are delighted to report we have a 78% success rate since inception of the Culinary Institute, all of whom have been employed in the culinary profession. We are currently gearing up for a new class of students to start their training.
The key to success is the peer and other program support the student receives during and after their time in the program.
The Recovery Center of Medina County
Mission:
Empowering individuals through purpose, community and workforce development to create pathways to lasting recovery
Vision:
Creating a community where individuals in recovery can rebuild their lives through meaningful employment, education, and support—transforming adversity into opportunity through culinary training and compassionate care.
Core Values:
- Dignity: Every person deserves respect, purpose, and a second chance.
- Excellence: We commit to high standards in culinary education and recovery support.
- Integrity: We lead with transparency, ethics, and fiscal responsibility.
List Of Programs
Physical & Emotional Well-Being
Recovery Support Groups
AA Meetings
Families Anonymous
SMART Recovery
Women’s Discussion – “Girl Get Real”
Bible Study
Narcan Training
Attend a workshop on using Narcan to save lives. This program is administered by Holly Phillips from the Medina County Health Department.
For more information training go to: https://medinahealth.org/people/project-dawn/
Peer Support
Meet one-on-one with an individual who will provide support through one’s own lived experience issues to promote recovery. Peer supporters also assist individuals with self-determination, well-being, goal setting, coping mechanisms, and crisis management.
Volunteer Work
Students volunteer with other organizations as a way to help others and participate as a group in a positive activity. 8 hours of volunteer work is required.
Financial Literacy
Sit down one-on-one with a knowledgeable financial planner who will assist you to reach your financial goals by discussing debt reduction, credit repair, tax issues, budgeting, saving, etc.
Career Development
The next step after completing the 6-month culinary training program is to find desirable employment. To accomplish this, a student needs to prepare for their graduation by understanding the importance of being a good employee. Characteristics such as, timeliness, grooming, good work ethic, and being coachable are among the traits of a desirable employee. In addition, graduates learn how to prepare a resume, answer application questions, and request recommendations. The following programs are available to students.
Soft Skills Coaching
Resume Building Workshop
Job Placement and Career Services
Weekly Meetings
Wednesday
3:00 pm- 4:00 pm
Hope AA Group meetings
Thursday
3:00 pm- 4:00 pm
Serenity AA Group meetings
5:30 pm- 6:30 pm
Family Anonymous meetings
Friday
11:00 am- 12 Noon
Runing2BeWell
12:30 pm-1:30 pm
SMART Recovery meetings
Saturday
10:00 am
The Promise Bible Study
Our Role in the Community:
We are an essential part of Medina County’s recovery ecosystem, offering services that go beyond traditional support groups. Through Sérénité Restaurant, students in recovery engage in a full-time, accredited culinary training program, earning wages and credentials that prepare them for a sustainable career. Our partnerships with Hope Recovery Community and the American Culinary Federation, strengthen our impact.
Recovery Center of Medina County
538 West Liberty Street,
Medina, OH 44256
Office@SereniteRestaurant.com
EIN: 82-3284997
