Windmill Wellness Ranch is a dual-diagnosis treatment center specializing in personalized inpatient and outpatient care for individuals dealing with substance use disorders, trauma, and mental health issues.
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Veteran Crisis Line
If you're a Veteran in crisis or concerned about a Veteran in crisis, there are caring, qualified VA responders standing by to help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. (800) 273-8255 then Press 1 or Text 838255
Protective Services
Child Protective Services (CPS)
Investigates reports of abuse and neglect involving children. CPS works to ensure children’s safety, support families, and provide services that help keep children in safe, stable environments whenever possible. (800) 252-5400 or visit the CPS Website.
Adult Protective Services (APS)
Investigates reports of abuse, neglect (including self-neglect), and financial exploitation of vulnerable adults ages 65 and older, as well as adults with disabilities. APS works to protect safety and connect individuals with supportive services and resources. (800) 252-5400 or visit the APS Website.
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Find free or reduced-cost resources like food, housing, financial assistance, health care, and more.
Home Health or Medical Equipment?
Need help getting home health services or medical equipment like wheelchairs, walkers, or hospital beds? Talk to your doctor or check with your insurance provider by calling the number on the back of your insurance card to see what’s covered.
No Insurance?
Comal County Indigent Health Care – 1297 Church Hill Dr, | (830)221-1207, (830) 221-1209 | www.co.comal.tx.us
The Indigent Health Care office assists in the provision of basic medical services for county residents who need help and meet residency, income, and resource requirements to qualify for services.
Volunteers In Medicine - 1239 W San Antonio St I (830) 999-6226 | www.nbcm.org/vim
Volunteers in Medicine work together with patients, volunteers, and community partners to affirm God-given value and multiply possibilities. Staff and volunteers provide free medical and dental care to local uninsured patients.
Experiencing Homelessness or in Crisis?
Connections Individual and Family Services - 1414 W San Antonio St | (830) 629-6571 | www.connectionsifs.org
What started in 1981 as an organization to support at-risk youth in Comal County has expanded to serve 16 counties with counseling, prevention programming, an emergency children's shelter and a youth transitional living program. * This resource primarily assists unaccompanied youth aged 10-17. Youth in foster care aged 5-17 may be placed with Connections through a caseworker.
Crisis Center of Comal County- 655 Landa Street | (830) 620-4357 | 24-Hour Crisis Line (800) 434-8013 | www.crisiscenternb.org
Crisis Center of Comal County is our region’s comprehensive crisis center – delivering safe, compassionate, wrap-around services through a supportive community of care. We serve women, men, and children who have experienced domestic violence or sexual assault. *This resource primarily assists women, women with children, and men with children.
Family Promise of Greater New Braunfels - (830) 214-6762 | www.fpgnb.org
Family Promise prevents and ends homelessness for families with children and helps them achieve sustainable independence through a community-based response. *This resource primarily assists women with children, intact families, and men with children.
First Footing Shelter – 4120 Loop 337 | (830) 272-5020 | www.nbhousingpartners.org
NB Housing Partners is committed to addressing urgent housing crises and long-term affordable housing options. NB Housing Partners created the First Footing program on 2/1/2021. The program model is built to come alongside adults on their journey out of homelessness and into a safe, stable home with mental and physical health care, employability skills training, budgeting education, and housing navigation. Perhaps most importantly, at First Footing, people who are struggling connect with people who care. *This resource primarily assists men, couples, and women if the Crisis Center is full. Does not accept pets.
Salvation Army - 617 Elliot Knox Blvd | (830) 608-9129 | www.southernusa.salvationarmy.org/new-braunfels/contact-us
Whether you need a roof over your head for the night or you’re looking for an affordable place to call home for years, The New Braunfels Salvation Army has a number of transitional and permanent housing options in centers throughout Texas that can help. * This resource offers emergency hotel accommodations for 1 to 3 nights and primarily serves individuals, couples, and families of all kinds.
Physicians That Can Come to You
Bloom Healthcare - 8000 IH-10 West, Suite 201 | (210) 903-0000 | www.bloomhealthcare.com
Bloom Healthcare brings a wealth of experience to wherever you call home. Their mobile providers visit patients in their homes through in-person house calls and telemedicine visits over video and phone.
Total Care 2 U - (877) 868-2528 | www.totalcare2u.com
Total Care 2 U provides monthly visits with a review of your condition, progress, and medication updates. In-home chronic care produces better outcomes for patients while providing greater security and limiting ER visits and hospital stays.
Visiting Practitioners & Palliative Care LLC - 15420 Nacogdoches Road | (210) 960-2833 | www.visitingpractitionerssa.com
Visiting Practitioners & Palliative Care LLC is committed to providing compassionate and all-encompassing care to our patients in the comfort and safety of their homes. They were established to ensure that the community's most vulnerable population has access to convenient and considerate health care.
Need Assistance With Medicare or Medicaid?
Angie Flores - (830) 837-3816 | Email
Angie is a licensed Life & Health Insurance Broker (NPN #19089271) who provides expert assistance with a wide range of services, including Life Insurance, Health Insurance, Medicare Plans, 401(k) Rollovers, Simple Roth IRAs, Accidental Insurance, Group Coverage, Annuities and more. *Se habla espanol
Krystal Womack - (210) 646-3038 | 111711 N I-35, Suite 150 | Email
Krystal can assist with setting up Texas Health Steps and STAR+PLUS. These programs can help arrange transportation to medical appointments. Texas Health Steps provides free healthcare and related services for children from birth through age 20 who are covered by Medicaid. Regular checkups can help identify and prevent health issues and support overall wellbeing. STAR+PLUS is a Texas Medicaid managed care program for adults with disabilities or adults age 65 and older. Members receive Medicaid healthcare, long-term services, and support through a health plan of their choice. Adults with complex medical needs can also receive services in a home setting instead of a nursing facility. For additional long-term care options, individuals can call 2-1-1 for assistance in finding available services. They can also visit an Aging and Disability Resource Center to get help locating and applying for programs for seniors and people with disabilities.
STAR (State of Texas Access Reform) | (800)964-2777
A managed care Medicaid program. Members choose a health plan and select a primary care doctor who serves as their main point of contact for Medicaid services. Each health plan also offers access to a broad network of specialists, therapists, clinics, and hospitals. *Children’s Medicaid Dental Services require all children and young adults age 20 and younger who receive Medicaid to select a dental plan. Families can choose from UnitedHealthcare Dental, MCNA Dental, or DentaQuest.
STAR Kids | (877)782-6440
A Texas Medicaid managed care program for children and young adults age 20 and younger who have disabilities. Enrollment in STAR Kids is required for individuals who are age 20 or younger, receive Medicaid, and have Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or qualifying waiver services, including YES, MDCP, CLASS, TxHmL, DBMD, or HCS.
STAR+PLUS | (800)964-2777
A Texas Medicaid managed care program for people who have disabilities or are age 65 or older. Participants receive Medicaid healthcare and long-term services and supports through a medical plan of their choice.
Texas Health Steps | (877)847-8377
A preventive health program for Medicaid recipients from birth through age 20. Outreach staff educate parents and caregivers about the preventive health benefits available to their children through Medicaid. These benefits include regular medical and dental checkups, assistance with scheduling appointments, transportation support, and Case Management services for Children and Pregnant Women.
Additional Resources
Mental Health Resources
Hill Country Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Centers - New Braunfels of 358 Landa Street, Suite 300 | (830) 620-6221 | www.hillcountry.org
Hill Country MHDD Centers provide mental health, disability, and substance abuse services across the Hill Country region, helping people take control of their lives with support tailored to their needs.
Beauty from Ashes Ministries - www.beautyfromashesministry.com
Beauty From Ashes Ministries is a Christ-centered nonprofit that provides widows with support, connection, and empowerment through grief programs, workshops, and community gatherings.
Drug Rebab USA - drugrehabus.org/narcan/
The Drug Rehab USA Narcan page provides information on naloxone (Narcan), its life-saving role in reversing opioid overdoses, and includes a locator tool to find Narcan near you.
GriefShare - www.griefshare.org
GriefShare, part of the nonprofit Church Initiative, helps churches support people through grief with video programs.
Hope Hospice - 611 N Walnut Avenue | (830) 625-7525 | www.hopehospice.net
Hope Hospice provides excellence in care, comfort, and education to all affected by life-limiting illness, grief, and loss. Hope Hospice provides compassionate, personalized end-of-life care and counseling services to help those affected by grief & loss, which anyone is eligible to use. They also operate the Hope Hospice Thrift Store.
Mental Advocacy Partners (MAP) - www.mapcomal.org
Mental Advocacy Partners (MAP) provides hope and easy access to mental health information in Comal County, helping people connect with local organizations for support.
PTSD Foundation of America - 9724 Derrington Road, Houston, TX 77064 | (832) 912-4429 | www.ptsdusa.org | 24-Hour PTSD Trauma Helpline: 877-717-7873
The Mission of the PTSD Foundation of America is to bring hope and healing to Combat Veterans and their families suffering from the effects of combat-related Post Traumatic Stress. Their services also assist non-combat Veterans, Active Military, and Law Enforcement.
RecoveryWerks! - 790 Landa Street | (830) 310-2456 | www.recoverywerks.org
RecoveryWerks helps teens, young adults and families heal from the effects of substance use disorder. RecoveryWerks offers recovery support services for teens and families in a safe and nurturing environment.
Ripple Ranch Recovery Center - 2098 Texas Oaks | (830) 333-8130 | www.rippleranch.com
Ripple Ranch is a treatment facility specializing in helping individuals struggling with mental health and substance abuse issues through a holistic and personalized approach to recovery.
River City Advocacy, Inc. - 1614 W San Antonio Street, New Braunfels, TX 78130 | (830) 643-0200 | www.rivercityadvocacy.org
River City Advocacy is a community mental health nonprofit that provides affordable mental health services to residents of New Braunfels and Comal County. River City Advocacy offers reduced-rate individual, couples & family counseling, free and reduced-rate veterans counseling, support groups, life skills workshops, art/ creative expression programs, and peer program activities.
Starlite Recovery Center - 230 Mesa Verde Drive | (866) 518-1556 | www.starliterecovery.com
Starlite Recovery Center provides comprehensive addiction treatment services—including medically supervised detoxification, residential programs, and intensive outpatient care—to adults aged 18 and older, with specialized tracks for professionals, veterans, first responders, and more.
Therapy.com - (800) 832-7814 | www.therapy.com/texas/
Therapy.com is a free mental health resource designed to help individuals and families quickly find licensed therapists, crisis lines, and educational tools tailored to their location.
Windmill Wellness Ranch - 26229 N. Cranes Mill Road | (830) 215-3873 | www.windmillwellnessranch.com
Physical Health Resources
Alamo Area Council of Governments- 2700 NE Loop 410, Suite 101 San Antonio, TX 78217 | (210) 362-5200 | www.aacog.gov
Alamo Area Council of Governments (AACOG) is a voluntary association of local governments that works to enhance the quality of life of residents in the Alamo Area through assisting local governments with planning and coordination activities and providing health and human services to residents in the region.
Aspen Hospice and Palliative Care - www.aspenhealthcare.net
Aspen Healthcare is a leading provider of home health and hospice services, delivering family-centered care that enables patients to remain comfortably in their own homes.
Beyond Faith Homecare | (210) 900-3640 | www.beyondfaithhomecare.com
Beyond Faith’s nurses and therapists provide personalized care for your loved ones, giving you peach of mind that they are taken care of in the best way possible. They can offer skilled nursing, occupational therapy, enterostomal therapy, physical therapy, speech therapy, home health aides, and medical social services.
BTY Physical Therapy - (830) 743-9661 | Email | www.BTYPhysicalTherapy.com
Better Than Yesterday Physical Therapy delivers expert, in-home care for older adults—focusing on fall prevention, pain management, and maintaining strength and independence. Their personalized, function-based treatments support your daily life and help prevent future injuries. They accept Medicare Part B, Humana PPO, and Self-Pay.
Embrace Hospice - (830) 800-0176 | www.embracehospicellc.com
Embrace Hospice & Home Health is a Texas-based provider offering compassionate hospice and home health care services dedicated to helping patients and their families embrace life to the fullest.
Gentiva - 1911 Corporate Drive, Suite 104 | (512) 392-9138 | www.gentivahs.com
Gentiva Health Services is a provider of hospice, palliative, and home health care services in the United States, operating over 550 locations across 38 states.
Health In Aging - www.healthinaging.org
HealthinAging.org, created by the American Geriatrics Society, provides trusted information and resources to help older adults and caregivers maintain health, independence, and quality of life.
Hear in Texas - 2967 Oak Run Parkway | (830) 360-2000 | www.hearintx.com
Hear in Texas provides audiological care, offering comprehensive hearing assessments, personalized hearing aid fittings, and specialized services such as tinnitus management and cognitive screenings.
Heart to Heart Hospice | hearttohearthospice.com
Heart to Heart Hospice - Heart to Heart Hospice offers compassionate, patient-centered end-of-life care across Texas, Michigan, and Indiana.
Mercy House | (469) 888-9900 | www.mercy.house/about-us/
Uniquely offers Daytime and Overnight Respite care as well as an Assisted Living Facility & Memory Care Unit. They understand the emotional demands of caregiving and are committed to providing personalized, empathetic care for your loved one.
New Braunfels Regional Rehabilitation Hospital - 2041 Sundance Parkway | (830) 625-6700 | www.nbrrh.ernesthealth.com
New Braunfels Regional Rehabilitation Hospital is part of Ernest Health, a network of rehabilitation and long-term acute care hospitals. Ernest Health hospitals see patients who are often recovering from disabilities caused by injuries or illnesses, or from chronic or complex medical conditions.
Ortho Info: Fall Awareness & Prevention - www.orthoinfo.org/falls
OrthoInfo, created by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, provides expert-reviewed information to help people understand and manage musculoskeletal health conditions and treatments.
Post-Acute Care, Recovery & Empowerment (PAM) Health - www.pamhealth.com
PAM Health is a healthcare provider specializing in post-acute care, offering services such as long-term acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, outpatient therapy, and behavioral health across the United States.
SA Lighthouse for the Blind - 2305 Roosevelt Avenue, San Antonio, TX 78210 | (210) 533-5195 | www.salighthouse.org
The SA Lighthouse for the Blind serves people who are blind or visually impaired to help create individual independence by providing rehabilitation programs and employment opportunities that measurably improve the lives of blind and visually impaired individuals. The SA Lighthouse for the Blind offers career support, education, and training, and specialized services for all ages.
Resources for Kids & Families
ABC of Southwest Texasn (Any Baby Can) - 217 Howard | (210) 227-0170 | abcofswtx.org
ABC of Southwest Texas, formerly known as Any Baby Can, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering families of children with special healthcare needs across Bexar County and 17 surrounding counties.
Avenues Home Care - (830) 609-9128 | www.aaseniorcare.com
Avenues Home Care provides in-home care in San Antonio, New Braunfels, and surrounding areas, enabling seniors and adults to maintain independence and dignity.
CarePatrol - www.carepatrol.com
CarePatrol is a senior care placement service that helps families find the right assisted living, independent living, and memory care communities by providing personalized guidance and support throughout the selection process.
Caring Senior Service - 785 Loop 337 | (830) 629-0509 | www.caringseniorservice.com
Caring Senior Service is a non-medical, in-home senior care company that supports seniors needing homecare services and emphasizes quality caregivers, care services, and active involvement.
Comal County Senior Citizen Foundation – 710 Landa St | (830) 629-4547 | www.nbsenior.org
CCSCF’s mission is to enrich the lives of aging adults by promoting positive, healthy aging. They offer programs designed to help seniors manage and delay the onset of chronic illnesses while improving physical, mental, and social well-being. Their services support seniors in staying active, independent, and aging in place. CCSCF also provides a safe, welcoming space for older adults to connect with peers and remain engaged in the community. Through targeted resources and support, their programs address the everyday challenges faced by aging adults.
Communities in Schools of South Central Texas (CIS) - (830) 620-4247 | 161 South Castell Ave | www.cis-sct.org/
Communities In Schools South Central Texas supports students by placing caring adults in schools to connect families with essential resources. Serving over 43,000 students across 60 schools, they provide mentoring, mental health support, basic needs assistance, and academic guidance to help students succeed in school and beyond.
Graceful Guidance - (210) 632-1701 | www.graceful-guidance.com
Graceful Guidance offers personalized assistance to families in San Antonio, Texas, helping them navigate various senior care options—including assisted living, independent/retirement living, memory care, residential/personal care homes, home care/home health, hospice/rehabilitation, and VA benefits/LTC insurance—to promote independence, dignity, and a higher quality of life for older adults.
Home Instead – 421 S Seguin Ave | (830) 624-8380 | www.homeinstead.com
Home Instead offers home care, which is personalized elderly assistance with everyday activities around the house such as bathing, cleaning, meal prep and medication reminders. At home caregivers work one-on-one with people at all stages of aging, giving them the opportunity to safely age in place.
Oasis Senior Advisors – (737)615-9375 | www.oasissenioradvisors.com
Oasis Senior Advisors go above and beyond to help seniors and families navigate the challenges they face. Advisors take a one on one approach to identify the right services and families with trusted partners. No matter the situation, Oasis Senior Advisors are there every step of the way.
Qualicare - (830) 946-5555 | www.qualicare.com
Qualicare provides personalized, in-home care services for seniors and individuals recovering from illness or injury, emphasizing a holistic approach to enhance clients' quality of life.
Safe Kids - (210) 358-4295 | Email | www.safekids.org/coalition/safe-kids-san-antonio
Safe Kids San Antonio is led by University Health System and supported by dedicated staff and resources focused on keeping children safe. The coalition offers evidence-based programs such as car-seat checkups, safety workshops, and sports clinics to help prevent childhood injuries. Car-seat checkup locations are available on their website.
Senior Living Specialists – (972) 743-6012 | www.seniorlivingspecialistssatx.com
Senior Living Specialists is a local, FREE senior care referral service that assists with finding options for assisted living, senior living, and dementia care. They understand how overwhelming and time-consuming it can be to navigate reviews, evaluate government health surveys, and determine the level of care your loved one needs. Their team is dedicated to helping simplify this complex process and ease the stress during what can be a very challenging time.
SJRC Texas – 652 Old Bear Creek Rd | (210) 876-6763 | www.sjrctexas.org
With a focus on family preservation and child well-being, SJRC Texas delivers a comprehensive suite of evidence-based services, including therapeutic care, community-based support, and in-home interventions. From our Family Resource Center’s accessible family support and community resources to trauma-informed care for those experiencing foster care, is a steadfast partner, supporting families in building strong, positive foundations for the future.
Trinity Senior Living Solutions - (830) 832-7542 | www.trinityseniorlivingsolutions.com
Trinity Senior Living Solutions offers free, personalized assistance to seniors and their families in finding suitable senior living communities, including assisted living, memory care, and residential care homes. They provide concierge services, accompany clients on tours, and maintain confidentiality to ensure a smooth and informed decision-making process.
Visiting Angels – 4120 Loop 337 | (830) 625-5414 | www.visitingangels.com
At Visiting Angels New Braunfels is proud to provide services that boost seniors’ quality of life and relieve family caregivers. They work with families in New Braunfels, San Antonio, Seguin, Schertz, Canyon Lake, Cibolo, and the surrounding areas. They are a locally owned and operated in home care agency, they are committed to helping our local senior community. Some of their in home care services include dressing, grooming, medication reminders, meal preparation, toileting assistance, feeding, companionship, and mobility assistance.
Basic Needs
Alamo Regional Transit - 2700 NE Loop 410 | (866) 889-7433 | www.aacog.gov/alamo-regional-transit
Alamo Regional Transit (ART), provides curb-to-curb and fixed-route transportation services across 12 rural Texas counties, including Atascosa, Bandera, Comal, Frio, Gillespie, Guadalupe, Karnes, Kendall, Kerr, Medina, McMullen, and Wilson.
New Braunfels Food Bank - 1620 S. Seguin Avenue | (830) 327-6000 | nbfoodbank.org
The New Braunfels Food Bank serves the Comal and surrounding counties by providing food assistance, education, and programs aimed at promoting self-sufficiency among clients.
New Braunfels Mobility - (830) 283-7433 | www.newbraunfelsmobility.com
New Braunfels Mobility offers non-emergency, wheelchair-accessible transportation services in New Braunfels, Texas, ensuring safe, reliable, and on-time travel for clients with mobility challenges.
Veteran Resources
Veteran Service Officer Support – Ken Egershem | Email
Connect with Ken Egershem, Assistant Local Veteran Service Officer, to identify veteran benefits you may be entitled to but not currently receiving.
Alamo Veterans Network - www.alamoveteransnetwork.com
The Alamo Veterans Network connects veterans and their families in the Alamo Area—including Atascosa, Bandera, Bexar, Comal, Frio, Gillespie, Guadalupe, Karnes, Kendall, Kerr, Medina, McMullen, and Wilson counties—with a comprehensive range of services such as benefits assistance, healthcare, housing, and more.
American GI Forum / National Veterans Outreach Program – (210) 354‑4892 | Toll‑Free: (877) JOB‑4VET
The American GI Forum National Veterans Outreach Program (NVOP) has supported veterans and their families since 1972. It offers a comprehensive range of services including housing assistance, employment support, job training, wellness programs, and counseling. Their Veterans Service Center serves as a one‑stop location where veterans can access programs like rapid rehousing, homeless reintegration support, skills development, and mental health resources.
C.O.I.N. Project (Texas Veterans Commission) – (817)569‑9008 ext. 124 | Email
Provides financial assistance to veterans in need for essentials including rent, utilities, vehicle expenses, childcare, and more.
Comal County Veteran's Services – 1297 Church Hill Drive, Ste 209 | (830)221-1770 | www.co.comal.tx.us
This county office helps veterans and their dependents understand and secure the federal and state benefits they may be entitled to. Services include benefit consultation, advocacy with VA and other agencies, claim assistance, discharge upgrades, and support accessing medical treatment and dental care.
Family Endeavors, Inc. – (210) 431‑6466
Provides a variety of supportive services to veterans and families, including housing assistance, case management, job readiness support, and connection to community resources.
Family Life Center – (830) 625-7100 | 1528 E. Common Street, Suite 6
The Family Life Center assists individuals and families in crisis with essential support including utility and rental assistance, emergency financial help, clothing, and food. Their mission focuses on preventing eviction and displacement and offering comprehensive wrap‑around services to support stability and long‑term independence.
Good Samaritan Veterans Outreach & Transition Center – (210) 486‑2185
Provides a full range of support for veterans including housing assistance, utilities help, food support, employment services, legal assistance referrals, and financial coaching. (No expanded summary available online; original wording retained.)
Operation Homefront – Transitional Homes Program – (210) 202‑1212 | operationhomefront.org/thcr
Provides eligible veterans and their families with rent‑free transitional housing for 2–3 years to help stabilize their lives while accessing employment and self‑sufficiency resources.
Project MEND – (210) 223-6363 ext. 3 | 5015 Wurzbach Road
Offers veterans and their families medical equipment, assistive devices, and home or vehicle modifications to support mobility and quality of life.
San Antonio Coalition for Veterans & Families (SACVF) – (202) 990‑1115
This nonprofit provides confidential, personal assistance to veterans, family members, caregivers, and widows to address unmet needs others may not cover. They help with immediate crises involving shelter, food, and essential needs and partner with local groups to ensure veterans don’t get left behind.
South Alamo Regional Alliance for the Homeless (SARAH) – (210) 876‑0720
Supports veterans and their families who are experiencing homelessness by providing shelter resources and referral connections to supportive services.
TextVet - www.texvet.org
TexVet serves as a comprehensive resource hub for Texas veterans, providing trusted information on benefits, education, employment, and health services.