If drugs or alcohol have taken over more of life than you want, residential treatment near San Antonio can give you the time, structure and care to turn things around. Most people start with a single conversation.
There's no pressure on the call. You can ask about detox, length of stay, insurance and what the first day looks like, and decide what's right for you.
Treatment near San Antonio by type of care
Residential and inpatient programs near San Antonio
43 programs within 25 miles and 60 within 50 miles. The closest is about under 1 mile away.
Laurel Ridge Treatment Center
Hospital / inpatientDual diagnosisDetox availableAlpha Home Inc
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisCenter for Healthcare Services – NAS
Hospital / inpatientAlpha Home Inc
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisCenter for Healthcare Services – Community Crisis Response Services
Residential / inpatientDetox availableCedar Hills Behavioral
Hospital / inpatientDual diagnosisSan Antonio Behavioral Healthcare Hospital
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisBriarwood Drug and Alcohol Detox
Residential / inpatientDetox availableBLS Detox - Addiction Treatment & Mental Health Specialists
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisDetox availableLifetime Recovery Treatment Centerial – Lifetime Recovery Residential Servs
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisWindmill Wellness Ranch
Hospital / inpatientDual diagnosisDetox availableStarlite Recovery Center
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisDetox availableRecovery resources in San Antonio
Inside the Restoration Center, a public sobering unit gives police an alternative to arrest for public intoxication, offering a medically safe place to sober up along with motivational interviewing and a direct path into substance use treatment, plus a clinic that provides round-the-clock medical clearance for crisis and detox programs.
Bexar County's specialty court lineup includes an Adult Drug Court, a Felony Drug Court, a Family Drug Court, a Mental Health Court and both misdemeanor and felony Veterans Treatment Courts.
The Bexar County DWI Court serves county residents on probation for repeat DWI offenses who have a diagnosed alcohol use disorder, combining treatment, small-caseload supervision and a biweekly docket where the judge meets with each participant.
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Local help and next steps
Bexar County's local mental health authority is The Center for Health Care Services, with a 24-hour crisis line at 800-316-9241 or 210-223-7233. You can also call or text 988.
If a loved one refuses help and is likely to cause serious harm or keep deteriorating, Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 462 lets a family member apply for court-ordered treatment in Bexar County, with a physician's certificate attached. See court-ordered treatment in Bexar County.
Before choosing a program, you can confirm its state license through the Texas Health and Human Services Commission's online licensing system or its directory of licensed chemical dependency treatment facilities.
Uninsured? The Center for Health Care Services is the OSAR center for Bexar County and can screen and refer you to state-funded treatment.
Free, confidential help for San Antonio residents and families. Available 24/7.
Call (832) 583-1066Nearby cities
- Alamo Heights (4 miles)
- Terrell Hills (5 miles)
- Leon Valley (6 miles)
- Lackland AFB (8 miles)
- Kirby (8 miles)
- Windcrest (9 miles)
- Helotes (12 miles)
- Live Oak (13 miles)
Frequently asked questions
How do I get into residential treatment near San Antonio?
Most admissions start with a phone call. A specialist asks a few questions about substance use, health and insurance, then helps you find a program with an opening. Many residential programs in Texas can admit someone within a day or two once insurance is verified.
Should someone from San Antonio stay in Texas for treatment?
For most Texans with a Texas health plan, yes. In-network benefits are easiest to use at Texas programs, family can take part in family sessions, and aftercare near home is simpler to arrange. Some people choose a program in a different part of Texas to get distance from where they used.
What should I bring to residential rehab?
Bring a photo ID, insurance card, a list of current medications, comfortable clothing for about a week and basic toiletries. Most programs share a packing list and restrict items like alcohol-based products and outside medications.
Does insurance cover residential treatment in Texas?
Most commercial health plans cover medically necessary addiction treatment, including residential and inpatient care. Texas law requires group plans to cover chemical dependency treatment on terms no less favorable than physical illness, and state and federal parity rules apply. Coverage depends on your plan, network and medical necessity reviews, so it helps to verify benefits before admission.
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Part of Bexar County in San Antonio & South Central Texas.