Description:
The Serenidad Border Infrastructure Development Project strengthens the service infrastructure in Webb County by closing the service gaps and redefines the services systems to establish a Recovery Oriented System of Care (ROSC). This ROSC integrates formal and informal support systems that can provide individualized recovery opportunities to residents of this area of the Texas-Mexico border. The project demonstrates a community-based response to the present gaps in service by enhancing existing services and harnessing community involvement towards the development of a Recovery Oriented System of Care. The project has residential and outpatient components, that along with other community services, provide a comprehensive approach to treatment that enhances and supports recovery opportunities.

Services/Activities:
Screening and Assessment; Intensive and Supportive residential treatment; integrated trauma treatment; seamless linkages to continuing care; coordinated mental health and substance abuse treatment; and integration of informal systems

Funding Source:
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, Center for Substance Abuse Treatment

Contact Person:
Luis. E. Flores (956) 724-3177
Humberto Peña: (956) 728-9131