Vetted resources in the San Antonio area covering crisis support, VA programs, military family services, veterans service organizations, legal assistance, peer support, and benefits navigation. Separate from the treatment centers directory.
Free, confidential crisis support for veterans, service members, and their families. Staffed by responders many of whom are veterans themselves. Available by call, text, and online chat at all hours.
A DoD program providing 24/7 confidential support for service members and their families. Offers counseling, referrals, benefits navigation, and connection to local resources. Available to active-duty, National Guard, Reserve, and recently separated members and their families.
Free, confidential, 24/7 information and treatment referral service for substance use and mental health disorders. Available in English and Spanish. Can connect callers with local treatment resources in San Antonio and across Texas. Does not require insurance information.
The main VA hospital in San Antonio, part of the South Texas Veterans Health Care System. Provides comprehensive healthcare for eligible veterans including mental health services, PTSD treatment, and substance use disorder programs. Offers both inpatient and outpatient substance use treatment for enrolled veterans.
The VA's dedicated mental health and substance use disorder treatment programs, available to enrolled veterans at the Audie L. Murphy VA and affiliated clinics. Includes PTSD treatment, integrated dual-diagnosis programs, medication-assisted treatment, and outpatient counseling. No cost-share for most enrolled veterans receiving care within the VA system.
A community-based VA outreach center providing readjustment counseling, mental health services, and referral assistance to combat veterans, military sexual trauma survivors, and their families. Services include individual and group counseling, substance use assessment, and referral to VA and community resources. Free for eligible veterans.
Air Force family support centers at Lackland AFB and Randolph AFB providing counseling referrals, financial assistance, relocation support, and connection to community resources. An entry point for Air Force families seeking substance use support guidance without immediate command involvement. Staffed by Air Force personnel and civilian counselors.
Army community support hub at Fort Sam Houston providing family advocacy, financial counseling, employment assistance, and referrals to behavioral health resources. Army families at Fort Sam can access substance use guidance and referral support here before deciding whether to contact ASAP formally.
Free, confidential short-term counseling for military families through the MFLC program. Sessions do not generate a medical record and are not reported to the chain of command. Particularly useful for spouses and family members navigating a loved one's substance use without wanting to trigger command involvement. Access through Military OneSource.
Free legal advice for eligible active-duty service members and their dependents. Covers military career implications of substance use treatment, security clearance considerations, military administrative proceedings, and personal legal matters. Available at Fort Sam Houston and Lackland AFB. Strongly recommended before making self-referral and disclosure decisions.
A Texas state agency providing free services to veterans and their families including benefits claims assistance, counseling, and referrals. Has San Antonio offices. Helps with VA disability claims, appeals, and navigating federal and state veteran benefits. Also provides legal assistance through the Veterans Legal Assistance Program for eligible veterans.
Service members with security clearances facing substance use-related concerns should consult both their JAG office and, if needed, a private attorney specializing in security clearance law. The National Security Adjudicative Guidelines (Guidelines G and H) govern how substance use issues are evaluated. Voluntary treatment is typically a mitigating factor, not an automatic disqualifier.
A nonprofit connecting veterans to their communities through physical and social activity. Active chapter in San Antonio. Not a clinical program, but research supports community connection and physical activity as meaningful components of long-term recovery. Provides a social environment that does not center on alcohol or substance use.
A national nonprofit connecting veterans and military families with licensed mental health professionals who donate their services. Free mental health care for post-9/11 veterans and their families. Not a substance use treatment program, but provides access to licensed therapists who work with veterans on co-occurring issues including trauma, anxiety, and depression.
A national nonprofit providing post-traumatic growth programs for combat veterans and first responders. Offers residential retreats and programs designed around building long-term resilience. Evidence-informed programs addressing the whole person. Not a clinical treatment program, but complements treatment as a continuing care resource.
Disabled American Veterans (DAV) National Service Officers provide free, expert assistance navigating VA disability claims and appeals. Available in San Antonio through the local DAV chapter. No cost to veterans. NSOs are trained advocates who represent veterans before the VA. Can help establish service connection for conditions related to substance use and mental health.
The TRICARE regional contractor for San Antonio. Call TriWest directly to verify coverage, confirm network status of a treatment center, check prior authorization status, or understand your benefits. This is the most direct route to accurate, current benefit information before contacting a treatment center.
TVC benefits counselors in San Antonio provide free assistance with VA disability claims, education benefits, employment, and other federal and state veteran programs. Their Veterans Legal Assistance Program also provides free legal representation for veterans who have VA disability claims or appeals in process. No cost to veterans.
The Veterans of Foreign Wars has multiple posts in Bexar County. Local VFW posts provide peer community, benefits navigation assistance through VFW National Service Officers, and connection to local veteran resources. VFW National Service Officers help veterans file and appeal VA claims at no cost.
American Legion posts in San Antonio provide peer community, veterans advocacy, and benefits assistance. American Legion Service Officers can help veterans with VA claims and access to benefits at no cost. Posts also run community programs and provide a social environment for veterans in recovery.
The Disabled American Veterans chapter serving San Antonio and Bexar County. Provides transportation to VA medical appointments, benefits claims assistance, and peer community. DAV National Service Officers are among the most experienced VA claims advocates available to veterans. All services free for veterans.
Resource listings are verified at the time of review (May 2026) and are provided for informational purposes only. Contact details, hours, service availability, and eligibility requirements change. Always verify information directly with each organization before relying on it. Listing a resource is not an endorsement and does not reflect a business relationship with Recoverion.
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