Are you or a loved one experiencing a mental health or substance abuse issue? If so, you’re not alone. According to NAMI research, 20% of adults in the United States live with some type of mental health disorder, such as depression, anxiety or PTSD. In Texas, over 3.3 million adults have a mental health condition. No community is immune to these issues, including San Antonio. Fortunately, the city, as well as state and national organizations, provides resources and support to help those struggling with addiction and mental health disorders obtain the treatment and services they need. Take the first step by reaching out for help today. Below is a list of several San Antonio rehab and mental health resources available.
- S.M.A.R.T.
Developed in 2020, the Specialized Multidisciplinary Alternate Response Team is a dedicated team comprising mental health professionals, peer support specialists, trained law enforcement officers and paramedics. The initiative’s goal is to improve emergency response services for residents facing mental health or addiction issues. Individuals experiencing a crisis requiring immediate attention should contact 9-1-1 to request the S.M.A.R.T. response team.
Emergency: 911
Appointments: 1-833-501-2427 - San Antonio Clubhouse
The San Antonio Clubhouse is a government and donation-funded program. It doesn’t offer mental health or substance abuse treatment services. Rather, it provides a safe space where San Antonio residents living with a mental health condition can meet, learn new skills and build relationships. The clubhouse can help you find treatment services in the area. It also helps with housing, employment and job training. Club membership is free and open to any San Antonio resident struggling with a mental illness.
(210) 899-0434 - NAMI of Greater San Antonio
The San Antonio branch of the National Alliance on Mental Illness offers supportive and referral services to people throughout the county. Residents can contact the NAMI Bexar Warm Line to talk to a trained peer support specialist. This San Antonio drug helpline provides precrisis support and can help callers find local treatment options. You can talk to an operator or use the live chat feature 7 days a week from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.
(210) 939-9999 - OSAR
Outreach, Screening, Assessment and Referral is a state-funded program to help Texas residents struggling with a drug or alcohol addiction. It offers free substance abuse screenings and assessments to help individuals decide what type of addiction treatment best meets their needs. It also provides valuable referrals to connect residents with proper treatment options, such as detox, residential treatment and outpatient therapy. Contact the San Antonio branch to schedule an appointment.
(210) 261-3076 - The Center for Health Care Services
The Center for Health Care Services provides mental health and substance abuse screenings and assessments as well as therapeutic services to residents facing mental health or addiction issues or who have intellectual or developmental disabilities. It also manages a supported housing program for eligible residents. The center accepts most insurances, including Medicaid. It also offers reduced-cost services and financial aid options to those without insurance. Anyone facing a mental health or substance abuse emergency can contact the center’s San Antonio addiction hotline 24-7.
Crisis Hotline: (800) 316-9241
Service Enrollment: (210) 261-2427 - Oxford House
There are over two dozen Oxford House locations throughout San Antonio. These gender-specific homes are “democratically self-supporting and drug-free” and managed by the residents who live there. Each provides a safe place, peer support and life skills development to help those in recovery master their sobriety before living independently or moving back with family. Residents share expenses, although financial aid may be available for those who qualify. There’s no time limit for how long a resident can live at the home, but they must remain drug-free and contribute to the expenses. Call the Oxford House directly to check eligibility and vacancies.
(800) 689-6411 - National Rehab Hotline
There are many excellent rehab and treatment centers in San Antonio, but sometimes recovery requires you to look for resources outside your local area. One call to the National Rehab Hotline can help you find the right services in San Antonio or another city or state. Whether you’re facing a mental health disorder or struggling with a drug or alcohol addiction, trained and compassionate crisis hotline specialists are available 24-7, 365 days a year. These operators can help assess your current situation, provide treatment recommendations and help you make next-step arrangements.
(866) 210-1303
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You don’t have to suffer with a mental health or substance abuse issue alone. Reach out for help by contacting the National Rehab Hotline today.