< Back Pediatric Autism Communication Therapy Improved Long-Term Child Outcomes Catherine Aldred Mar 27, 2023 Despite Autism being an enduring condition affecting 2% of people globally, evidenced intervention to improve the developmental impairments is limited. Paediatric Autism Communication Therapy (PACT) is currently the only scientifically evidenced early social communication intervention to demonstrate long-term improved child social communication outcomes into middle childhood. The PACT intervention has shown long-term improvement of autism core symptoms within randomised clinical trials (RCTs). PACT relatively low-intensity approach is referenced in UK national guidance for the new autism care pathway from pre- to post-diagnosis and education support. The evidence base Within the NICE recommendations for intervention and support for autistic development in early childhood, only two interventions met the evidential criteria set by NICE for inclusion.PACT was one of these (the other was JASPER). These two therapies were described as “social communication interventions” and their evidence was the basis for the NICE recommendation to services to consider social communication intervention for autism intervention. Both these therapies work with parents or teachers, and have evidence to improve autistic children’s social engagement, adaptation, communication, and in the case of PACT, autism symptoms. No other therapies were considered to have evidence of effectiveness. Recent independent reviews (e.g. Sandbank et al 2020) have reached similar conclusions. These findings should therefore guide evidenced commissioning of services in autism. How does Paediatric Autism Communication Therapy work? Parents or caregivers are guided through the six steps of PACT by a certified professional using video feedback techniques delivered in 12 alienate week sessions for six months and monthly maintenance sessions for a further six months. Caregivers send a video of a 10-minute interaction or play with their child to the therapist before each video feedback session. PACT builds on existing skills by sharing and analysing the best video clips identifying new strategies and techniques, summarised in an individual written programme for 30-minute daily practice between sessions. How is PACT different from other interventions? PACT has some unique distinguishing differences from other parent-mediated interventions. Firstly, it is the only intervention to use effective video- feedback methods with parents and caregivers and to use them within a modern developmental science-based model to optimise the social communication environment for the neurodivergent child. Secondly, PACT is the only intervention that has shown long-term sustained effectiveness in high-quality clinical trials in improving child autism outcomes for six years after the end of intervention. The Paediatric Autism Communication Therapy Trial An RCT of PACT delivered pre-school demonstrated significant endpoint effects to reduce symptom severity on ADOS Calibrated Severity Score (CSS) and ADOS-2 total algorithm score (Pickles et al. 2016; Carruthers et al. 2021). At follow-up, six years after the endpoint, treatment effects on child symptoms, adaptive outcomes, and child initiations with a parent were significantly sustained (Pickles et al. 2016). Furthermore, a mechanism study of the long-term impact identifies the ‘active processes’ by which interventions achieve their effects and provides insights into causal processes in development. PACT Trial Methods: Of 152 children randomised to receive PACT or treatment as usual between 2-5 years of age, 121 (79.6%) were followed 5-6 years after the endpoint at a mean age of 10.5 years. Assessors, blind to the intervention group, measured Autism Diagnostic Observation Scale Combined Severity Score (ADOS CSS) for child symptoms and Teacher Vineland (TVABS) for adaptive behaviour in school. PACT Trial Results: The treatment effect on child dyadic initiation with the caregiver (Dyadic Communication Measure for Autism, DCMA) was sustained through the follow-up period. Increased child initiation at the treatment midpoint mediated the majority (73%) of the treatment effect on follow-up ADOS CSS. A combination of midpoint child initiations and the direct effect of treatment also mediated the near- significant effect on follow-up TVABS. PACT Implementation The scalability of early evidence-based intervention is a global health priority. A not-for-profit social enterprise IMPACT CIC (Interaction Methods for Paediatric Autism Communication Therapy), established in 2017, disseminates PACT through a cascading ‘train the trainer’ model and implementation trials. Implementation trials test the feasibility, cultural acceptability and equal easy access to PACT in different contexts, including middle and low- economic settings. PACT video feedback methods are ideally adapted to online videoconference implementation. Pilot testing of online PACT has proved acceptable, feasible and accessible to families; further large-scale trials are in progress. Conclusions: Early social communication intervention can improve child social engagement with long-term generalised outcome effects on developmental. One thousand professionals have received PACT training, cascading PACT in twenty-six countries with six international implementation trials. Implications for autism services PACT is universally acceptable and feasible for implementation in different countries and cultures, enhancing autism care pathways from early identification and pre-diagnostic to post-diagnostic and education support. PACT training is available for professionals with appropriate training and qualifications and a minimum of two years of experience in autism. Please visit the website www.pacttraining.co.uk for more information on PACT training. Previous Next

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Autism Community Network works with a large consortium of donors and healthcare professionals in the San Antonio community to provide quality educational, diagnostic, and therapy services for families and loved ones on the autism spectrum. Thank you to our founders. Founding Donor Kronkosky Foundation The mission of Kronkosky is to produce profound good that is tangible and measurable in Bandera, Bexar, Comal, and Kendall counties in Texas. Kronkosky works on equal footing with nonprofit partners to support vulnerable populations and cultivate vibrant communities throughout the counties we serve. Founding Donor Baptist Health Foundation of San Antonio Baptist Health Foundation of San Antonio is committed to honoring God and their Baptist heritage by fostering and funding health initiatives in our community. Founding Donor Methodist Healthcare Ministries of South Texas Methodist Healthcare Ministries of South Texas, Inc. is a private, faith-based, not-for-profit organization dedicated to creating access to health care for uninsured and low-income families through direct services, community partnerships and strategic grant-making in 74 counties across South Texas. Founding Donor USAA Foundation, Inc. USAA, USAA Bank and The USAA Foundation, Inc., strive to increase positive impact by providing financial support to organizations that align with our corporate responsibility focus areas. In local communities where USAA has a significant presence of employees, we provide financial support to causes that address needs that align with our local focus areas. Founding Donor Spellman Charitable Fund of The San Antonio Area Foundation The San Antonio Area Foundation serves as your most trusted and impactful philanthropic partner to close opportunity gaps for the people in San Antonio who need it the most. Founding Donor / Capital Campaign - Platinum Valero Energy Foundation The Valero Energy Foundation -- a public charity and Valero's philanthropic arm -- funds nonprofit agencies that serve predominantly disadvantaged children and families. In 2019, the Foundation contributed appoximately $40 million in assistance in the communities where Valero has major operations. Founding Donor Gordon Hartman Family Foundation Gordon Hartman Family Foundation is dedicated to help bring about positive transformation in the lives of our friends with special needs, their families and caregivers. They strive to achieve this by investing their financial support, their time and their energy into organizations that serve individuals with cognitive and physical disabilities. Founding Donor Shield-Ayres Foundation The Shield-Ayres Foundation strengthens organizations that effectively meet the basic human needs of the most vulnerable members of our community, provide access to educational opportunity and the arts, advocate for social justice, and promote land and water conservation. Founding Donor St. Luke's Lutheran Health Ministries St. Luke’s Lutheran Health Ministries, Inc. is a non-profit foundation whose philanthropic focus is funding healthcare ministries that will benefit the San Antonio regional community, including direct and indirect healthcare services (medical, dental, mental health care and protective health services); health education; preventive services; wellness initiatives; and healthcare equipment and supplies that are critical to the delivery of direct care. Founding Donor Zachry Foundation The Zachry Foundation is a private, family foundation in Bexar County, Texas, founded by H. B. Zachry and sustained by family business entities. It seeks to help people improve their lives and communities by contributing to nonprofit organizations in the fields of the arts and humanities, education, health and social services. Founding Donor Myra Stafford Pryor Charitable Trust Myra died in 1943 leaving Frost National Bank as the trustee of her estate valued at $750,000 (over $10 million today) for the purposes of “a trust created for charitable purposes in perpetuity.” Today, this Trust has over $25 million in assets and annually gives over $1 million to charities and non-profit organizations. Among the many wonderful initiatives funded by Myra’s generosity are full time tutors and mentors for San Antonio’s underpriviledged youths, funding for trainers for Guide Dogs of Texas, and new state-of-the-art technology for the Mays Business School at Texas A&M. Her legacy in San Antonio lives on! You are in good company. Donate

< Back We Should Tell Children They Are Autistic As Soon As Possible Shannon Des Roches Rosa Jun 18, 2022 Thinking Person’s Guide to Autism (TPGA): Why did you decide to do research on the “right time” for parents to tell autistic children they’re autistic? Bella Kofner : I wanted to do the research because parents may not know when is it the “right time” to tell their children that they are autistic. Parents may be struggling on how to start a conversation about how to tell their children about their autism, and when to tell. I also wanted to do the research because this reminds me of my own experiences as an autistic person. I was diagnosed at the age of three with autism, and I was first told about my autism when I was ten years old. I did not really think too much of my autism until I got older. When I got older, I reflected on my life experiences and my autism. After taking the time to reflect, I feel very comfortable with my autism to the point that I tell people about me being autistic. TPGA: Did the results of your research surprise you in any specific ways, or were the results along the lines of what you expected? (Or was it a mixture of both?) Kofner : It was a mixture of both for the results. What surprised me was that participants who learned about their autism later on in their life had more positive emotions when they first learned about their autism, which contradicts the second hypothesis about learning one’s autism at a younger age would be associated with positive emotions about autism in adulthood. One result that aligned with what I expected was that the findings supported the first hypothesis that learning one’s autism at a younger age was associated with heightened well-being and quality of life (QoL). TPGA: Why is it important for autistic kids to know that they’re autistic, according to your respondents? And in your personal opinion? Kofner : In my personal opinion, it is important for autistic kids to know that they are autistic early on because this would allow children to start developing as people while taking their time to understand who they are as a person with autism. The more that parents wait longer to tell their autistic kids about their autism, the more likely that children will have negative feelings about themselves as they get older. When children are told early on about their autism, this will lead to children gaining self-awareness and feeling confidence in themselves which can have a positive impact on their well-being and quality of life as adults. Based on the responses of participants, there are examples of why it is vital for autistic kids to know about their autism at a younger age. One participant, who first learned about their autism at the age of eight, said “I suppose it helped me better understand why I felt and acted different from everyone else.” The same participant said about their feelings about their autism now ” I am proud about my identity. As someone who also researches autism, I have a greater appreciation toward learning more about my own identity and how that differs from others.” This shows how the participants express positive emotions from when they first learned about their autism, to feelings about their autism now. TPGA: What are your primary recommendations for parents, when it comes to how and when to tell kids that they’re autistic? Kofner : When it comes to how, parents should tell their children in a comfortable and safe environment for the child to be in. Parents should tell their children by using language that the child can understand. Parents have to take into consideration the child’s developmental level and how to explain autism to their child in a way that allows the child to understand themselves. Parents should not assume that the child is going to react this way or that way, so parents have to know how to respond to the child’s reaction in ways that show that it is ok for the child to feel this reaction and know that they are there for the child to answer questions or to talk about anything. When it comes to when, it is personally up to the parents to decide about telling their children about their autism. But, parents should not delay in telling their child about their autism because the child may question who they are and what their life was like in adulthood if they do not tell their children early on. So, it is better for children to be told early on about their autism so that children can grow as individuals, and understand themselves as they go through life as autistic people. TPGA: How were your survey participants selected? Do you think the demographic profile of the participants affect the results in any ways? Kofner : Participants were recruited through social media or at universities. Participants that were interested emailed the third author and received a link to do an online survey in Qualtrics. Students that were enrolled in any institution of higher education were allowed to participate. A total of 78 autistic students were the participants in the study. The demographics did not affect the results in any way. TPGA: Most of the researchers on this study were themselves autistic. How do you think that having autistic researchers affects the direction and focus of autism research? Kofner : Having autistic researchers is very important in autism research because it is important for all voices, including autistic people , to be represented in autism research. If autism research does not incorporate autistic researchers, then people may struggle to understand autism and topics in autism research. This study was the first study that demonstrates that learning one’s autism at a younger age may have positive impacts on emotional health among autistic university students. This study is an example of how the perspectives of autistic people are vital because how can people be educated in autism and tell their children about autism if there are no autistic researchers. Over time, the knowledge of autism has grown in society and people are accepting of autism. So, it is up to us to encourage people to collaborate with people with autism in autism research. By including autistic researchers in autism research, we can bring awareness about topics in autism research and we can learn in the process on why autistic researchers play a vital role in autism research. TPGA: Did you have any self-identified autistics among your survey respondents (meaning they were never formally diagnosed, or their parents never told them but they figured it out)? If not, do you plan to do research in this area? Kofner : 14.1% of participants found out about their autism on their own. That means that they were not told by their parents about their autism and learned from other sources which include the media and autistic people. TPGA: Is this study going to lead to more research about the timing of autism diagnoses discussions between parents and autistic children, and if so, what are your goals for that research? Kofner : This study can start to address concerns that parents have reported in prior literature in terms of how to start a conversation with their child about their autism. Future research should focus on asking participants when they were diagnosed and when they learned they were autistic to examine if the timing of the diagnosis itself or potential delays between being diagnosed and learning one’s autism impact outcomes in adulthood. Previous Next

< Back MONEY MANAGEMENT & ESTATE PLANNING About Financial Services Our money management and estate planning resources provide information on financial planning and estate planning providers for individuals with autism and their families. These resources can help families plan for the financial future of their loved ones with autism and ensure they have access to the resources they need. MONEY MANAGEMENT & ESTATE PLANNING A Amazing Home Care 210.979.6022 1325 N. Flores, Ste. 114, SA TX 78212 Special match savings program for people with limited income. Helps build futures. Also includes program for buying a vehicle. LiftFund 1-888-215-2373 Web: https://www.liftfund.com/ Small business loans. AXA Advisors Jeffrey Moore 713.402.6400 E-Mail: jeffrey.moore@axa-advisors.com 8000 IH 10 West, Ste. 750, SA TX 78230 Carol Bertsch – The Law Offices of Carol Bertsch, PC 210.892.4555 Web: www.assistingseniors.com E-Mail: staff@assistingseniors.com 4950 San Pedro Ave., SA TX 78212 Long-term Care Planning, Estate Planning, Probate, Special Needs Trusts Catholic Charities 210.222.1294 Web: www.ccaosa.org EMail: info@ccaosa.org 202 W. French Place, SA TX 78212 Legal Services including immigration, wills and advanced planning services, guardianship, and legal aid. Offers a money management program that is designed to prevent the exploitation of disabled or elderly adults who are at risk of losing their independence due to their inability to manage their financial affairs. Cheryl McMullan 210.212.4076 111 Soledad, Ste. 300, SA TX 78205 Estate Planning, Guardianship & Medicaid Coalition of Texans with Disabilities 512.478.3366 Web: www.txdisabilities.org E-Mail: info@txdisabilities.org 1716 San Antonio St., Austin, TX 78701 Estate and family planning/trust Disability Benefits Assistance 210.732.6078 814 W. Euclid, SA TX 78212 Assist with applying for disability Heard & Smith, LLP Web: www.heardandsmith.com Social Security Disability Law ................................210.820.3737 10715 Gulfdale St., Ste. 100, SA TX 78216 Inheritance and Guardianship Law .......................210.904.3200 9601 McAllister Frwy., Ste. 620, SA TX 78216 Jim House 210.821.6863 8526 N. New Braunfels, SA TX 78217 Estate Planning, Guardianship K.T. Whitehead 210.930.4300 Web: www.whitehead-elderlaw.com 3004 Nacogdoches Rd, SA TX 78217 Estate Planning, Guardianship & Medicaid, Certified Elder Law Attorney Symmetry Financial Services, Inc 210.477.7140 Web: https://www.symmetryfinancialsolutions.com/ E-Mail: pst@symmetrytx.com 19230 Stonehue, Ste. 4200, San Antonio, TX 78258 Financial planning for people with special needs. Previous Next

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< Back COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE About Community Assistance Services Access to resources such as food, clothing, utilities, and housing is essential for individuals with autism and their families to lead healthy and fulfilling lives. Our resource library offers information on centers that can help with issues such as Family Violence Prevention & Assistance, General Assistance, Legal Assistance, Medical & Prescription Assistance, Grants & Funding, and Housing & Shelter. We strive to provide information that can support families in meeting their basic needs and achieving greater independence. FAMILY VIOLENCE PREVENTION & ASSISTANCE Bexar County Family Violence Prevention Services 210.733.8810 7911 Broadway St., San Antonio, TX 78209 Child Help USA—Child Abuse Hotline 800.422.4453 Web: www.childhelp.org Child Safe 210.675.9000 Web: www.childsafe-sa.org 7130 US-90, San Antonio, TX 78227 As the only Children's Advocacy Center in Bexar County, our mission is to restore dignity, hope, and trust to children traumatized by abuse and neglect. Family Violence Prevention Services 210.930.3669 Hotline: 210.733.8810 Web: www.fvps.org 7911 Broadway, SA TX 78209 Operates the Battered Women and Children’s Shelter of Bexar County, La Paloma de la Paz, which provides crisis intervention for those in need of short-term, residential assistance, in addition to medical services, educational workshops, case management, legal assistance, and counseling; other services include community outreach services, transitional housing, individual and group counseling, and violence intervention programs. National Domestic Violence Hotline 800.799.7233 Web: www.ndvh.org Prevent Child Abuse (PCA) 800.244.5373 Web: www.preventchildabuse.org E-Mail: info@preventchildabuse.org Works through advocacy, education, and training to prevent child abuse and neglect in all forms in Texas; also offers a training program on bullying. Rape Crisis Center 210.349.7273 Web: www.rapecrisis.com 4606 Centerview Dr. Suite 200, San Antonio, TX 78228 San Antonio Police Department (SAPD) 210.207.7410 Family & Domestic Violence Unit 515 S. Frio, San Antonio, TX 78207 Texas Department of Family & Protective Services 210.333.2004 24-hr hotline: 800.252.5400 State Office: 512.438.4800 Web: www.dfps.state.tx.us Web: www.txabusehotline.org 3635 SE Military Dr., San Antonio, TX 78223 FOOD, CLOTHING & UTILITIES ASSISTANCE Agape Ministry 210.590.6655 127 Lanark Dr., SA TX 78218 Provides emergency assistance for families and individuals in crisis situations; must reside in the following zip codes: 78154; 78218; 78239; 78209; 78219; 78244; 78217; 78233; 78247 and receive food stamps. Assistance includes food pantry; clothing; household items. Also has a resale store. Alamo Area Resource Center 210.625.7200 Web: www.aarcsa.com Physical Address: 303 N Frio St, San Antonio, TX 78207 Alamo Area Resource Center provides medical and non-medical case management services for people in need. Their services include access and adherence to medical care; and referrals to other agencies for emergency rent and utility assistance, if needed. They also provide transportation to medical; dental and social service appointments. Alamo Area Resource Center provides assistance for individuals who are homeless; disabled or facing life challenging illnesses such as HIV/AIDS. Alamo City Christian Fellowship 210.654.7880 6500 IH 35 N., SA TX 78218 Food and clothing available, first Saturday of the month beginning at 7:30 am Assistance League of San Antonio 210.732.1200 Web: www.assistanceleague.org/san-antonio 2611 W. Ave., SA TX 78201/PO Box 13130, SA TX 78213 The Assistance League of San Antonio provides clothing for children from low income families. They provide clothing for newborn children up to children age four. They also provide programs to teach kids safety techniques for daily life. They also have a thrift store available. Assurance Wireless 888.321.5880 Web: www.assurancewireless.com/public/Welcome.aspx P.O. Box 5040, Charleston, IL 61920 Provides a free cell phone and monthly minutes to low income individuals who qualify; plans include 500 minutes and free unlimited texts each month for up to one year. Re-certification is required each year. Applicants apply online and must submit proof of income or public benefits programs. Atascosa Health Center WIC Program 830.569.2388 Web: www.wicprograms.org/li/tx-atascosa_ health_center_wic_program 310 W. Oaklawn, Pleasanton, TX 78064 This program offers supplemental foods, health care referrals and nutrition education for low-income women and children. To qualify for these services; the applicant must fit into one of the following categories: pregnant women; breastfeeding; and non-breastfeeding postpartum women; and to infants and children up to age five who are found to be at nutritional risk. For more information; call Monday-Thursday between the hours of 7:00 AM and 6:00 PM. Bexar County Department of Community Resources 210.335.3666 Web: www.bexar.org/502/Direct-Client-ServicesEnergy-Assistance 233 N. Pecos St., Ste. 590, SA TX 78207 This program assists Bexar County residents with payment assistance for utilities. Assistance is provided to low-income households that fall in one of the following Priority Groups: * Elderly (60 years or older) * Disabled (must have proof of disability (not Dr.’s orders) * Families with children 5 years of age or younger. The household income must be at or below 125% Federal Poverty Level. To apply for this free program please call Monday - Friday from 8:00AM - 5:00PM to complete the prescreening process. The application takes approximately 4 weeks to process. Bexar County Family Justice Center 210.631.0100 Web: www.bcfjc.org/family.html 126 E. Nueva, 2nd Floor, San Antonio, Texas 78204 BCFJC offers multiple assistance programs; including assistance with child care; employment; education; financial stabilization; housing; food and clothing. Bexar County Justice Support and Human Services 210.335.6770 233 N. Pecos, Ste. 590, SA TX 78207 Utilities and rent assistance Catholic Charities at the Guadalupe Community Center 210.226.6178 x 205 Web: https://ccaosa.org/guadalupe-community-ctr/ 1801 W. Cesar Chavez Blvd., SA TX 78207 The Guadalupe Community Center of Catholic Charities offers emergency financial assistance; food and clothing assistance; and counseling services for those in need; to include: low income families; active duty; reserve; National Guard or veteran service members; as well as their dependents and spouses. There is a food pantry and a clothing closet available as well. To utilize these services; bring valid photo ID and Social Security cards for you and all members of your household who will benefit and a current utility bill. The food pantry and the ‘closet’ are open Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Catholic Charities Food Pantry 210.226.6178 x 204 Web: https://ccaosa.org/food-pantry/ 231 W. Commerce St, SA TX 78205 Offers a food pantry for those in need on Fridays from 9am-12pm Christian Assistance Ministries – CAM 210.223.6648 Web: www.christianassistanceministries.org 110 McCullough, SA TX 78215 CAM provides food; clothing; and financial assistance to ALL individuals; no zip code or demographic restrictions. Applicants must bring a photo ID and a social security card. Other documents required: utility bill/lease agreement; SSI award letter; food stamp notification letter. To apply for assistance; go to one of the locations listed above. Downtown hours: Monday-Thursday 9:00 AM-3:30 PM; Friday 9:00 AM-11:45 AM; Northside location hours: Monday; Wednesday and Thursday 9:00 AM-2:00 PM. Christian Hope Resource Center 210.732.3776 Web: www.sachrc.org 321 N. General McMullen Dr., SA. TX 78237 This program provides access to food and clothing and more to individuals that must schedule an appointment first and bring a photo ID and proof of income to qualify for services. For more information, call the office to schedule your appointment. They are open Monday - Friday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM and Saturdays 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. City of San Antonio - Family Assistance Centers 210.207.7830 Web: www.sanantonio.gov/humanservices/FinanceEmergency/FamilyAssistanceCenters 2805 E. Commerce, SA TX 78203 This program provides assistance with emergency financial assistance for utilities and rent (if funding is available) on a case by case basis to San Antonio/ Bexar County residents in need. Applicants are seen by appointment only and must bring a photo ID; proof of residency; past due utility bill; lease agreement (depending on which type of assistance they are seeking); and proof of hardship. Ella Austin – Emergency Assistance Program 210.224.2351 x128 Web: https://www.ellaaustin.org/services 1023 N. Pine, SA TX 78202 Our Individual & Family Services Program provides short term emergency assistance with basic needs of food; clothing; holiday assistance; utility assistance and resource information and referrals. --Utility Assistance (CPS-SAWS) appointments are taken by phone; Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9 am to 12 noon; if eligible we can assist with the last amount needed to prevent disconnection (not to exceed $75.00). We make appointments for all other services - Monday to Friday - 9 am to 4 pm. Proof of identification; income; and cause of crisis. Walk in clients will be seen if time permits or be given an appointment to come back. We partner with the SA Food Bank providing Weekly Bread Distribution every Tuesday 1 pm - 4 pm; and Monthly commodities for elderly 60 years and over - 2nd Wednesday of the month. Fantastic Sams Cut & Color 210.375.6199 Web: https://www.fantasticsams.com/about/regions/san-antonio-tx/ 17700 San Pedro Ave, San Antonio, TX 78232 All of the stylists are trained to take care of kids on the spectrum, so parents just need to let us know when they schedule the appointment that they have a child on the spectrum. Family Service Association of San Antonio 210.299.2400 Web: www.family-service.org 702 San Pedro, #102 , SA TX 78212 All services based on availability of resources; Margaret’s Place, located at Main Office donates clothing on an as needed basis (primarily baby clothes and diapers; DOES NOT GIVE OUT FORMULA). Federal Communications Commission - Lifeline Web: www.lifelinesupport.org Lifeline provides a discount on monthly service of $9.25 per month for eligible low- income subscribers throughout the United States. Subscribers may receive a Lifeline discount on either a wireline or a wireless service; but may not receive a discount on both services at the same time. FCC rules prohibit more than one Lifeline service per household. To participate in the program; subscribers must either have an income that is at or below 135% of the federal Poverty Guidelines or participate in certain assistance programs. To see if you are eligible use the Lifeline Eligibility Pre- Screening Tool at www.lifelinesupport.org. There is also a list of service providers available at the following website: www.lifelinesupport.org/ls/companies/companies.aspx Greater Randolph Area Services Program 210.658.6351 Web: www.grasp211.org E-Mail: grasp@grasp211.org 250 Donalan, Converse, TX 78109 A non-profit human service organization helping economically disadvantaged individuals; families and children with emergency assistance; Available to residents of Bexar and Guadalupe Counties with proof of residency that qualify for assistance; Offers information; education; and referrals to other area agencies addressing each of the client needs. Assistance for rent; utilities; food and medication is available to those in need. Clothing and housewares for families who experience loss due to fire; flood or other loss is available through the Thrift Store. The agency provides emergency financial assistance; food pantry; senior transportation; daily activities and nutritious meals at the Community Center in Converse. Hours are Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Senior Center for those 60 and over operates Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 1:30 PM; donations welcomed. House of Neighborly Service 210.434.2301 Web: www.hnstoday.org 407 N. Calaveras St., SA TX 78207 Food distribution that consists of vegetables; fruits; beans; rice; dairy products; and bread; may vary week by week; Available to all San Antonio residents every Tuesday at 8:00 AM; Vouchers for food are given on a first come first serve basis. No qualifications to benefit from this service. The Kitchen Table- New Braunfels Utilities (NBU) 830.327.6000 Web: https://nbfoodbank.org/our-programs/food-assistance/kitchen-table/ 1620 S Seguin Ave, New Braunfels, TX 78130 This program provides emergency financial assistance to help with individuals and families that are experiencing an extreme hardship and/or financial need with their New Braunfels Utilities (NBU) payment; Guidelines to qualify for assistance is 125% federal poverty level or hardship. Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM; Wednesday 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM; Saturday 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM by appointment only. Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Web: https://liheappm.acf.hhs.gov/navigator U.S. DHHS, 370 L’Enfant Promenade S.W., Washington, DC 20447 The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is a federally-funded program that helps low-income households pay their home heating and cooling bills. It operates in every state and the District of Columbia; as well as on most tribal reservations and U.S. territories. LIHEAP assistance can apply to a wide range of home energy fuels; including electricity; natural gas; and deliverable fuels such as propane and wood. Madonna Neighborhood Center 210.435.1391 Web: www.madonnacentersa.org 1906 Castroville Rd., SA TX 78237 This Emergency Food Program provides basic necessities for survival on short term basis; provides limited amounts of toiletries, as well as assistance with pet food, based on availability. This assistance is for families who are self-sufficient but in crisis situations. Our clothing closet is open once a week for families. Madonna Center is also a distribution site for Project HOPE and CSFP (commonly known as the cheese box), which both provide monthly food commodities to people over 60 years of age. To register to receive any of these services, please visit the Social Services Office at Madonna Center. Presa Community Center 210.532.5295 Web: www.presa.org 3721 S. Presa, SA TX 78210 Individual/Family Empowerment Services we offer: Community Health Worker Certification. Access to Computer Lab; Counseling Services; Emergency Food Bank; Family/School/Community Partnership; Financial Education Classes; Free Income Tax Preparation; Job Work Supports-Career Closet with a referral from Goodwill; Small Business Academy. Q Link Wireless - Lifeline Program 855.754.6543 Web: www.qlinkwireless.com 499 E. Sheridan St., Ste. 300, Dania, FL 33004 The Lifeline program provides one wireless or landline phone per household for qualifying low-income applicants. You may be eligible if you live at an address that consists of multiple households, such as a nursing home or homeless shelter. The service is an entirely free service and you will get a free phone and free monthly service with no bills; activation fees; hidden fees or shipping fees. As long as you remain eligible and continue to use your phone at least once every 60 days; you will continue to receive this service at no cost to you. To be eligible you must currently be participating in a government benefit program like Medicaid; Food Stamps (SNAP) or SSI. For additional information refer to www.qlinkwireless.com/members/Lifeline-Eligibility.aspx. Project WARM (Winter Assistance Relief Mobilization) 210.207.7830 Web: https://www.cpsenergy.com/content/dam/corporate/en/Documents/Assistance-and-Billing-Programs-(English-and-Spanish).pdf 233 N. Pecos, Ste. 590, SA TX 78207 Eligible customers receive: Credit on their CPS Energy utility bills. To qualify; you must: Be experiencing a financial hardship and have an income at or below 125% of federal poverty guidelines. Have small or school-age children. Be elderly; handicapped or require critical care equipment. Be a resident of San Antonio or Bexar County. Be able to present proof of income; hardship and number of family members. Randolph Area Christian Assistance Program-RACAP 210.658.1613 Web: www.racap.org 307 Pfeil St., Schertz, TX 78154 Offers assistance for Food, clothing, rent, utilities for NE area residents, M-F 1:00 PM- 3:00 PM; Please call to see if you qualify for assistance; Serving zip codes: 78108; 78109; 78124; 78132; 78148; 78154; 78233-Live Oak only; 78247; 78266. To qualify for assistance, you need a valid photo id; social security card; proof of residence and proof of income. Also offers holiday meal basket program for Thanksgiving (applications accepted Sept 28-Nov 4) Christmas (applications accepted Sept 28- Nov 16). You can download an application on the website. Residential Energy Assistance Program (Reap) 210.335.3666 Web: https://www.cpsenergy.com/en/customer-support/customer-assist-programs/reap.html This program helps disadvantaged elderly, disabled and low-income customers with small children pay their CPS Energy bill. REAP recipients are eligible for financial assistance twice a year (up to $400 per year) -- once during the heating season and again during the cooling season. To qualify; your income must be at the 125% federal poverty guideline, have either an elderly, disabled, or a small child in the household, and you must be a resident of San Antonio or Bexar County. You will be asked to provide proof of income. For further information and contact information go to the website. Safelink Wireless - Free Cell Phone & Minutes 800.378.1684 Web: www.safelinkwireless.com/Enrollment/Safelink/en/NewPublic/index.html PO Box 220009, Milwaukie, OR 97269-0009 This program provides a free cell phone and monthly minutes to low income individuals who qualify. Plans include 350 minutes and free unlimited texts each month for up to one year. Re-certification is required each year. Applicants may apply online and must submit proof of income or participation in public benefits programs. For additional information call 800-378-1684. Salvation Army Hope Center 210.352.2046 515 W. Elmira St., SA TX Emergency food pantry; phone Mondays by 8:30 a.m. for appt. for monthly food pantry. Salvation Army Social Services 210.352.2020 910 S. Flores St., SA TX 78212 San Antonio Food Bank 210.337.3663 E-Mail: info@safoodbank.org San Antonio Food Bank - Farmers Market Nutrition Program 830.327.6010 Web: www.safoodbank.org/farmers-market-nutrition-program 5200 W. Old Hwy. 90, SA TX 78227 Farmers Market Nutrition Program is a Voucher Program where families on WIC receive $30 to spend at local Farmers’ Markets on fresh fruits and vegetables. Qualifying families bring your “Shopping List” (the grocery list your WIC Clinic prints for you) to your most convenient FMNP Voucher Distribution site. San Antonio Food Bank - Kids Café Web: safoodbank.org/kids-cafe/ 5200 W. Old Hwy 90, SA TX 78227 Kids Cafe is a program that gives children somewhere to go after school to receive a hot meal and help with homework. There are several locations throughout the city of San Antonio San Antonio Water System (Saws) Project Agua 210.233.2273 Web: https://uplift.saws.org/neighbors-that-need-help/ 2800 U.S. Hwy 281 North, SA TX 78212 This program assists San Antonio Water System residential customers with a one- time payment assistance on their water bill. Applicants must meet low income guidelines and requirements made by the City of San Antonio Department of Human Services. To apply for this free program; please call the office from Monday-Friday from 8:00AM - 5:00PM to complete the prescreening process. SNAP Texas Supplemental Nutrition Program 210.436.4392 Web: www.yourtexasbenefits.com 2534 Castroville Rd, SA TX 78237 The Texas Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides financial assistance to families who have trouble paying for food Eligibility is based on yearly household income and family size. A full list of qualifications is listed in the following link: yourtexasbenefits.hhsc.texas.gov/programs/snap/ Society of St. Vincent de Paul 210.225.7837 Web: www.svdpsa.org 1 Haven for Hope Way, SA TX 78207 Food, clothing, rent, utilities, furniture, appliances Call between 8:00 am – 5:00 pm for a referral to the SVDP location in your area Specialized Telecommunications Assistance Program (STAP) Web: https://hhs.texas.gov/services/disability/deaf-hard-hearing/specialized-telecommunications- assistance-program-stap The Specialized Telecommunications Assistance Program (STAP) is a voucher program that provides financial assistance to Texans with disabilities that interfere with access to the telephone networks for the purchase of specialized assistive equipment or services. The type of devices available under the program are on our website at Vouchers and Values. Applications can found on this website: https://www.hhs.texas.gov/regulations/forms/3000-3999/form-3906-application-specialized-telecommunications-assistance-program-stap Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program 210.960.2027 Web: www.sanantonio.gov/humanservices/FinanceEmergency/vita Free tax preparation for low income individuals. Wesley Health and Wellness Center 210.922.6922 1406 Fitch, SA TX 78211 Food, clothing, utilities, day care, after school care; multiple locations throughout the city GENERAL ASSISTANCE 2-1-1 Texas / United Way Help Line Dial 211 or 1.877.541.7905 A free, confidential referral line that offers assistance in locating local services for food, shelter, rent assistance, utility bill assistance, childcare, after-school care, senior services, disaster relief, and other programs. Phones are manned 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Also assists with information on applying for Medicaid, Medicare, Food Stamps, and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Children’s Health Insurance, nursing home care, and other services for people who are elderly or that have disabilities. Alamo Service Connection 210.477.3275 Web: http://aacog.net/107/Alamo-Service-Connection 8700 Tesoro Dr., # 700, San Antonio, TX 78217 Alamo Service Connection is a resource center connecting seniors; veterans; individuals with disabilities and caregivers to resources in the counties they serve. Individuals can search for local services by topic or keyword on the website. Benefits Check Up 571.527.3900 Web: www.benefitscheckup.org 251 18th St. South, Ste. 500, Arlington, VA 22202 This is a national resource center to help people apply for state benefits. They help you find state; federal; and private benefits programs available where you live. These benefits programs can help pay for prescriptions; health care; food; utilities; and more. You can also get help with tax relief; transportation; legal issues; or finding work Epilepsy of Central & South Texas 210.653.5353 Web: www.epilepsyfoundation.org 8601 Village Dr., Ste. 220, San Antonio, TX 78217 Ft. Sam Army Support-Soldier and Family Assistance Center 210.916.7322 Web: https://www.jbsa.mil/Resources/Military-Family-Readiness/ 3931 Okubo Barracks, Ft Sam Houston, TX 78234/Bldg. Warrior Village, Bldg. 3639, BAMC Campus, Brooks Army Medical Center, TX 78234 This organization offers 14 different services supporting soldiers and their families. Programs offered: Information; referral and follow up; Military Personnel Services; Outreach services; Defense Finance and Accounting Service; Social Service Assistance; Army Career and Alumni Program; Army Continuing Education Services; Staff Judge Advocate/Paralegal; Child; youth and school services; Financial Services; Office of Personnel Management; Social Security Administration; Veterans Affairs Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor; Veterans Affairs Military Service Coordinator; and an Inter-Net Cafe National Association of Area Agencies on Aging -Resource Locator 202.872.0888 Web: www.n4a.org/programs/eldercare-locator/ 1100 New Jersey Ave SE Suite 350 l, Washington, DC 20003 The National Association of Area Agencies on Aging (n4a) is the leading voice on aging issues for Area Agencies on Aging and a champion for Title VI Native American aging programs. Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRCs) serve as single points of entry into the long-term services and supports (LTSS) system for older adults; people with disabilities; caregivers; veterans and families. Find your local Area Agency on Aging for resources in your area on the website. National Down Syndrome Society 800. 221.4602 Web: www.ndss.org/ The National Down Syndrome Society provides information and support for people with Down syndrome and their caregivers. The website has a wealth of information including tips for dealing with behavioral challenges and wellness issues. For additional information and referrals call the hotline at 800-221-4602 which is staffed by professionally trained personnel Monday thru Friday from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST. They also offer assistance in Spanish and have access to a language line for 150 other languages. Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities 512.437.5432 Web: www.tcdd.texas.gov 6201 E. Oltorf, Ste. 600, Austin TX 78741 Texas Aging and Disability Resource Center 1.855.937.2372 Web: https://hhs.texas.gov/services/aging/long-term-care/aging-disability-resource-center State Agency over Medicaid Waiver Programs like CLASS, HCS and MDCP; Home and community-based services, Intermediate care facility, IDD community services, State supported living center, Texas home living program, relocation assistance, STAR+PLUS Waiver Program, Community First Choice Texas Department of State Health Services-Complaint Hot Line Web: https://hhsportal.hhs.state.tx.us/heartwebextr/public/assignment_hhsc_omcat?methodToCall=loadExternalAssignmentHome To file a report against: A State Healthcare Facilities call 1-888-973-0022 Narcotic Treatment Facilities call: 512-834-9030 Office of the Ombudsman: 866-566-8989 Texas Disability Information & Referral Center 800.252.9605 Web: www.tsl.texas.gov/tbp/dirc.html 1201 Brazos Street, Austin, TX 78701 The Disability Information and Referral Center of the Talking Book Program houses information and materials on types of disabilities and health conditions, as well as related organizations, publications, products and technology; This is a free reference service provided for anyone with a disability-related question. You do not have to be a member of the Talking Book Program in order to use the services provided by the DIRC. The Talking Book Program’s Disability Information and Referral Center is available to assist people who have questions pertaining to disabilities. GRANTS & FUNDING Autism Care and Treatment Today (ACT) 818.340.4010 Web: www.act-today.org 509 Marin Street, Suite 123, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 Provides grant money for families that cannot afford or access the treatments, ranges from protective helmets, to social skills groups, to ABA and biomedical treatments; To apply for assistance; fill out the online application at: http:// www.act-today. org/act-today-grant-program.php. Applications take a month to be processed. Autism Speaks – Grants and Funding 888.288.4762 Web: www.autismspeaks.org/family-services/grants Autism Speaks offers a variety of grants to service your child with special needs. Heart of Variety Fund 512.328.5437 Web: https://www.varietytexas.org/heartofvariety 5555 N Lamar Blvd., K113, Austin, TX 78751 Providing direct financial assistance to families with children who have special needs across Texas. You can apply if your child is age 21 or younger; The applicant can receive unto $5000 a year; but no more than $10,000 in their life time. You can apply for assistance with Medical Procedures; services & Equipment; mobility equipment and Mobility therapy; education; experience and play. To apply you can go online and download the Support Application; complete it and submit by the second Thursday of each month and they are reviews on the third Thursday of the same month. The applications are only accepted by mail. Their office is open Monday - Friday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Masonic Home and School of Texas 817.203.9111 Web: www.mhstx.org 338 Grapevine Hwy, Hurst, TX 76054 Services include, but are not limited to: Food, clothing, transportation and family service, Medical, dental and prescription services, Housing, food and care for children living in statewide childcare facilities and for widows residing at the Texas Masonic Retirement Center, Tutoring, career counseling and educational scholarships, referral services for children, families and agencies. United Health Care Children’s Foundation 855.698.4223 Web: www.uhccf.org PO Box 41, Minneapolis, MN 55440 UHCCF grants provide financial help/assistance for families with children that have medical needs not covered or not fully covered by their commercial health insurance plan. The Foundation aims to fill the gap between what medical services/items a child needs and what their commercial health benefit plan will pay for. Applications must meet certain criteria to be considered for a grant. Variety, The Children’s Charity of Texas Web: www.varietytexas.org Offers financial assistance and services directly to children and organizations that serve children with special needs. By providing funding for therapy, wheelchairs, walkers, specially-designed adaptive bicycles, vehicle modification for wheelchair accessibility, prosthetic limbs, life experiences like throwing out the first pitch at a major league baseball game, or even going to the movies for the first time. HOUSING & SHELTER Comal County Habitat for Humanity 830.625.4025 Web: www.comalhabitat.org 1269 Industrial Dr, New Braunfels, TX 78130 A non-profit corporation that assists low income families own their own homes. To qualify; the annual family income has to fall between 30% and 60% of the area median income; you must be a legal resident and have lived in Comal County for one year; have the ability to repay the no-interest; no- profit mortgage and have a willingness to partner with Habitat. Family Endeavors - Fairweather Lodge 210.431.6466 6363 De Zavala Rd, SATX, 78249 Fairweather programs provide supportive housing; case management; life skills training; and supportive employment opportunities for people with significant disabilities so that they can achieve a life full of stability; successes; and self-sufficiency. The Fairweather Family Lodge (FFL) provides case management; life skills training; employment assistance; educational guidance and other supportive services for women with mental illness and their children in an apartment style campus. Admission criteria: Axis I Mental Health Diagnosis from a Psychiatrist; Ability to provide proof of homeless status (only applies to FFL); Stable and compliant with medication for at least 30 days; At least 18 years of age; Have a child, ages infant to 12 years old (only applies to FFL); Free of Drugs and Alcohol for at least 30 days; and; Must be willing to either work 15-20 hours per week or attend school within 30 days of entrance into the program. Family Promise Of Greater New Braunfels 830.214.0024 Web: www.fpgnb.org/contact.php PO Box 311866, New Braunfels, TX 78131 A shelter for families with children 0-17 years of age or still enrolled in school; to be added to the wait list one must first complete an application; once completed a phone interview will be scheduled and if interview is passed there will be a face to face interview scheduled. Provides help for low income families to achieve and sustain independence. Day center hours are Monday-Friday 8:30 AM - 5PM. Habitat for Humanity 210.223.5203 Web: www.habitatsa.org 311 Probandt, SA TX 78204 Partners with families in need to help them build houses for themselves at no interest and no profit. Housing Authority of Bexar County 210.225.0071 Web: https://habctx.org/ 1954 E. Houston St., Ste. 104, SA TX 78202 Provides rental assistance to low and very low income families and works to provide improved living conditions in Bexar County; Monday thru Friday, 8:00 a.m. till 5:00 p.m. Housing Authority of Bexar County Family Self Sufficiency Program 210.231.2002 Web: https://habctx.org/family-self-sufficiency-program/ 1017 N. Main Ave., Ste. 201, SA TX 78212 The Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) program is a voluntary five-year incentive program that allows Housing Choice Voucher and Public Housing residents to accrue money in an escrow account as their earned income increases; allowing participants to become self-sufficient. Any increases in the family’s rent as a result of increased earned income during the family’s participation in the program results in a credit to the family’s escrow account. Once a family successfully graduates from the program; they may access the escrow and use it for any purpose. This program doesn’t affect eligibility for continued housing. SAMMinistries Emergency Shelter 210.340.0302 Web: www.samm.org E-Mail: hope@samm.org 1919 Northwest Loop 410 #100 , San Antonio, TX 78213 Provides short-term shelter for individual and families SAMMinistries Homeless Set Aside Vouchers 210.979.6188 Web: https://www.samm.org/learn/how-we-help/ 5254 Blanco RD, San Antonio, TX 78216 SAMMinistries, along with the San Antonio Housing Authority, helps families eligible for the Housing Choice Voucher Program; offers the opportunity for low-income families to choose affordable rental housing outside of areas of high poverty concentration. The program provides case management services to families in need of affordable housing opportunities. Eligibility: *Must have an income at or below the 30% Area Median Income adjusted for family size *Must not have been convicted of a felony in the last 5 years *Must not have broken a lease in the past in a subsidized housing program. SAMMinistries Transitional Living and Learning Center 210.979.6188 Web: www.samm.org E-Mail: hope@samm.org 5922 Blanco RD, SA TX 78216 Provides transitional housing to homeless families with children and assists them in becoming self-sufficient. SAMMinistries Permanent Supportive Housing Program 210.321.5683 Web: https://www.samm.org/learn/how-we-help/ 5254 Blanco RD, SA TX 78216 Permanent Supportive Housing Program assists disabled heads of households’ transition from homelessness to permanent housing; and empowers them to live independently. Case managers work with participants to achieve goals: *Remain in (or exit to) permanent housing *Increase skills and/or income *Achieve greater self- determination *Achieve financial stability (reduce debt). Eligibility: *Must be HUD definition of Homeless (and/or fleeing domestic violence) *Head of household or child must have a permanent disability *The family must have children (0-17 years); children must be enrolled in school *Must have some form of stable income (SSI; SSDI; employment; SSDI etc.”) SAMMinistries Rapid Rehousing Program 210.321.5610 Web: https://www.samm.org/learn/how-we-help/ 5254 Blanco RD, SA, TX 78216 The SAMMinistries Rapid Re-Housing program reduces the amount of time a family experiences homelessness and rapidly re-houses families into permanent; affordable homes. Financial assistance is provided for up to 3 months along with 12 months of case management. The program provides: *Assistance with deposit; rent and utilities for up to 3 months and *Case management with emphasis on budgeting and maintaining self-sufficiency for 12 months. To qualify applicant must be: *homeless according to Housing and Urban Development’s definition *Can be a family; couple; or individual *Must be willing to work with case manager for 12 months *Must have sustainable income for 60 days. San Antonio Alternative Housing Corporation 210.224.2349 Web: www.saahc.org 1215 S. Trinity, SA TX 78207 Our mission is to provide decent rental and ownership housing that is affordable to low and moderate income people in Texas; to provide housing education and ownership counseling through a community home ownership association; and to promote and create business development, job training, health and soc. serv. San Antonio Habitat for Humanity 210.223.5203 Web: www.habitatsa.org 311 Probandt, SA TX 78204 You must meet all of the following requirements to qualify for the program: Have a need for affordable housing by meeting the income guidelines (will be notified if you qualify after applying). Includes income from Social Security; SSI; child support; and/or employment income; Does not include TANF; Unemployment; or Food Stamps. Have a clear marital status. Acceptable statuses include: *No Separation *Divorced *Single *Widowed *Married. Have a workable credit history. NO credit is GOOD credit! We do not use a credit score. Have 3 years stable income history. Be a permanent resident of Bexar County with proof of Social Security number. Be a first- time homebuyer or not have owned a home within the last three (3) years; and Be willing to partner with Habitat by participating in sweat equity (volunteer hours) and homeowner education meetings. San Antonio Housing Authority 210.477.6000 TTY: 210.224.7124 Public Housing: 210.477.6196 Section 8 Housing: 210.477.6210 Web: www.saha.org 818 S. Flores, SA TX 78204 Provides non-profit affordable housing, public housing and Section 8 housing LEGAL ASSISTANCE Alamo Service Connection 210.477.3275 Web: https://www.aacog.com/aging-services Free legal assistance for limited income, for seniors over age 50. Can assist with a simple will, power of attorney or a medical directive. Barbie Scharf-Zeldes, Family Law 210.699.6589 8925 IH 10 W, San Antonio, TX 78230 Betsy Riley, Family Law 210.212.6700 206 E. Locust San Antonio, TX 78212 Cadena-Reeves Justice Center 210.335.2844 Web: bexar.org/drc 300 Dolorosa, First Floor, San Antonio, TX Carol Bertsch 210.892.4555 4950 San Pedro, SA TX 78212 Estate Planning, Guardianship, Medicaid, Special Needs Trust, Power of Attorney Catholic Charities – Guardianship Services 210.293.1009 Web: www.probono.net/oppsguide/organization.340507- 202 West French Place, San Antonio, TX 78212 The Guardianship Services offers legal guardianship services; including less restrictive alternatives: for those who lack mental capacity due to illness or disability; and who are at risk of abuse; neglect and exploitation. With the goal of protecting the most vulnerable in our society by ensuring their safety in the community; the Guardianship Services creates 1/3 of all guardianships established in Bexar County. Since a guardianship takes away a person’s rights and cannot easily be undone; Catholic Charities believes it is crucial that less restrictive alternatives are implemented first. Direct guardianship services are only provided as a last resort when all other options have been exhausted and there are no other means of protecting the individual. Some alternatives to Guardianship are our money management services or referrals to other agencies. Additionally, Catholic Charities offers wills & advanced planning services for anyone who is in need of legal assistance and guidance with life affairs planning; including will preparation and durable powers of attorney. If available alternatives are not suitable options; then Catholic Charities will establish legal guardianships for qualified individuals and provided case management services to those enrolled. Catholic Charities Archdiocese of San Antonio 210.222.1294 Web: https://ccaosa.org/caritas-legal-services/ 202 W. French Place, SA TX 78212 Offers legal assistance with immigration; wills and advanced planning services; guardianship and legal aid; these services are available Monday thru Thursday 8 AM - 11:30 AM and the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month 8 AM - 12 PM. Center for Legal and Social Justice at St. Mary’s University 210.431.2596 Web: https://law.stmarytx.edu/academics/special-programs/center-legal-social-justice/ 2507 NW 36 St., SA TX 78228 Representation in removal proceedings; Violence Against Women Act (VAWA); T (trafficking) and U (victims of crime who have suffered substantial physical or mental abuse) visas; Claims for Social Security disability: debt; fraud; family; tax; ID theft/loss; and tax. You can call and leave a message and state what type of case you’re seeking legal representation for and they will get back to you within 2 business days. Cheryl McMullan 210.212.4076 111 Soledad, Ste. 300, SA TX 78205 Estate Planning, Guardianship & Medicaid Connie Somers 210.271.7807 Web: www.constancesomer.com 11122 Wurzbach RD, Ste. 100, SA TX 78230 Social Security Disability Disability Rights Texas 210.737.0499 Web: disabilityrightstx.org 6800 Park Ten Blvd., Suite 208N, San Antonio, TX 78213 Provides assistance with legal rights for persons with disabilities. Possibly free. Granstaff, Gaedke and Edgmon PC 210.348.6600 Web: www.ggepc.net 5535 Fredericksburg RD., Ste. 110, SA TX 78229 Estate Planning, probate, estate and trust administration Heard & Smith, LLP 877.606.3737 Web: www.heardandsmith.com Social Security Disability: 10715 Gulfdale St., Ste. 100, SA TX 78216 Probate/Guardianship/Estate Planning: 9601 McAllister Frwy., Ste. 620 100 N.E. Loop 410, Ste. 1050, SA TX 78216 Jacobson Law Firm 210.341.1333 6391 De Zavala Rd., Suite 201, San Antonio, TX 78249 Estate planning and probate, military law. Jim House 210.821.6863 8526 North New Braunfels, Suite 315, San Antonio, TX 78217 Estate planning. Judith Davila-Nelson, Law Firm PLLC 210.299.1300 3503 West Avenue, San Antonio, TX 78213 Immigration attorney. Karen Dalglish Seal, Attorney, Mediator and Counselor at Law 210.226.8101 E-Mail: karen@kseallaw.com 202 East Park Ave., San Antonio, TX 78212 Firm addresses placement, modifications, accommodations and proper programming of students in special education. Also advocates for situations that do not require the expertise of an attorney. Kathleen Goodman 210.949.1000 8118 Datapoint Dr. San Antonio, TX 78229 Kay Martinez, Family Law 210.826.0851 8626 Tesoro Dr, Suite 811, San Antonio, TX 78217 Law Offices of Courtenay E. Euton 210.418.5640 E-Mail: ceeutonlaw@gmail.com Po Box 792441, San Antonio, Texas 78279 The Law Office of Karen Dalglish Seal 210.226.8101 Web: www.kseallaw.com 202 E. Park Ave., SA TX 78212 Contact Name: Kassandra Levay E-Mail: levaykord@gmail.com Provides advocacy for students with disabilities in public school; Karen and advocate, Cassandra Levay, strive to mend the disagreements that occur from time to time between parents and school districts in the education of children with Disabilities; Karen Dalglish Seal is a former special education teacher and administrator for 20 years, 1975 – 1996; she has been practicing Special Education Law since 2000. Our goal is to empower parents of children and youth with disabilities in their roles as parents, decision makers, and advocates for their children. TEAM can help you learn more about your child’s disability, give you tools to better understand your child’s rights, improve your communication with Page 67 educators, become your child’s advocate and provide emotional support. Partners Resource Network is a parent- driven, parent-run, agency who strives to provide accurate and current information regarding special education laws and rights of parents. We provide workshops on various topics, assist with parent to parent matches, organize parent support groups, information and referral to other agencies, one on one trainings and provide quarterly newsletters and 24/7 website packed full of helpful information. The Legal Framework Web: https://esc18.net/603984_3 Region 18 providing statewide leadership for the legal framework for the children centered process in Texas. Margie Boldrick Estate Planning 210.455.6105 1777 NE Loop 410, Suite 600, San Antonio, TX 78217 Matthew L. Finch, Esq 210.223.1123 E-Mail: Finchlaw@aol.com 115 E Travis, SA TX 78205 Attorney at Law. Represents parents and students in litigation against school districts and assists families in resolving disputes against schools through mediation and due process hearings. Medical-Legal Assistance for Families 210.704.8730 Guardianship/Powers of Attorney Michael Archer – Social Security Disability Attorney 210.951.4049 Web: www.sanantoniodisabilitylawyer.com 14350 Northbrook Dr Suite 150, San Antonio, TX 78232 Social Security Disability Packard Law Firm 210.340.8877 Web: www.Packardfirm.com 1100 NW Loop 410, Ste. 104, SA TX 78213 Social Security and Disability Refugees & Immigrant Center for Education and Legal Services (RAICES) 210.222.0964 1305 N. Flores St. San Antonio, TX 78212 Promotes justice by providing free and low coast immigration legal services and education to underserved immigrant children, families and refugees in central and south Texas. San Antonio Community Law Center 210.271.9595 322 W. Woodlawn, SA TX 78212 Provides legal services for working poor and elderly people ineligible for Legal Aid St. Mary’s School of Law; Center for Legal and Social Justice 210.431.2596 Web: www.stmarytx.edu 2507 Northwest 36th St, SA TX 78228 Representation in removal proceedings; Violence Against Women Act (VAWA); T (trafficking) and U (victims of crime who have suffered substantial physical or mental abuse) visas; Claims for Social Security disability: debt; fraud; family; tax; ID theft/loss; and tax. You can call and leave a message and state what type of case you’re seeking legal representation for and they will get back to you within 2 business days. Texas Rio Grande Legal Aid 210.212.3700 Web: http://www.trla.org 1111 N. Main Ave., San Antonio, TX 78212 To qualify for free legal services from TRLA; an applicant must meet the income; asset; and immigration requirements established by the United States Congress; the Texas Legislature; and other funding sources. TRLA will always attempt to find a funding source that will permit representation for persons who are unable to afford the services of a private attorney. The guidelines are complicated; but trained intake workers will be the first step of the process. Applicants will be asked various questions regarding income; assets; and citizenship/immigration status in order to see whether they are eligible. Serves the following counties: Atascosa, Bandera, Bexar, Comal, Crockett, Edwards, Gillespie, Guadalupe, Karnes, Kendall, Kerr, Kimble, Mason, Medina, Real, Sutton, Wilson. MEDICAL & PRESCRIPTION ASSISTANCE Abbvie Patient Assistance Foundation 800.222.6885 Web: www.abbviepaf.org/ This program is for those who are prescribed Abbvie products and can’t afford it. They go off income based per family size and yearly income in household. For a list of products that are eligible for this assistance you can go to: www.abbviepaf.org/eligibility.cfm Any Baby Can’s Prescription Drug Assistance Program 210.227.0170 217 Howard, SA TX, 78212 Offers prescription drug assistance to individuals without health insurance, without prescription coverage on their health insurance, who have exhausted their prescription drug coverage limits, who have a chronic condition requiring regular medication, or meet financial criteria for prescription assistance AstraZeneca – AZ&Me Prescription Assistance Program 800.292.6363 Web: www.astrazeneca-us.com/medicines/Affordability.html PO Box 898, Somerville, NJ 08876 This program provides certain AstraZeneca medications at no cost to individuals who qualify. Applicants may not have insurance that covers their prescription medication and must meet income requirements of 300% of the Federal Poverty Level. Individuals with Medicare Part D may qualify on a case by case basis. Anyone who has experienced a major change in financial circumstance may still qualify even with prescription coverage. Applications may be completed online; via phone or mail; and approved applications are valid for one year. BI Cares - Boehringer Ingelheim Prescription Assistance Program 800.243.0127 Web: www.bipatientassistance.com/ PO Box 66745, St. Louis, MO 63166 The Boehringer Ingelheim Foundation provides prescription assistance to individuals who qualify. Applicants who qualify can receive their BI medications free of charge from the foundation. Apply online at: www.bipatientassistance.com/#public/!PreQualify/1 to find out if you qualify. Bridges to Access - Prescription Assistance Program 866.728.4368 Web: www.bridgestoaccess.com/index.html PO Box 29038, Phoenix, AZ 85038 Bridges to Access is GlaxoSmithKline’s patient assistance program that provides certain GSK medicines “at no cost” to qualified patients. To qualify for Bridges To Access; patients must: Have no prescription drug benefits through any insurer/payer/program. * Not be eligible for Medicaid or Puerto Rico’s Government Health Plan Mi Salud * Have gross monthly household income at or below 250% FPL. To apply for this program, you can complete the application available online to be faxed or mailed or rep can email; fax or mail an application. Carelink 210.358.3350 Web: www.universityhealthsystem.com/what-is-carelink 903 W. Martin St., SA TX 78207 CareLink is a membership program for Bexar County residents who do not have health insurance and are not eligible for other programs such as Medicare; Medicaid; or CHIP. Offers families a monthly payment plan that is based on their income and family size and assists in accessing health care at the University Health System Catholic Charities Wellness Clinic 210.226.6178 x 205 Web: https://ccaosa.org/ 231 W. Commerce, San Fernando Medical Centre, SA TX 78205 Offers a free wellness clinic and food pantry; no appointment needed; walk-ins okay; offered to those in need in the San Antonio area, Fridays from 9am-12pm CommuniCare (Barrio Comprehensive Family Health Care Center) Web: www.communicaresa.org Dr. Frank Bryant Health Center:210.233.7070 Physical Address: 3066 E. Commerce, SA TX 78220 Barrio Family Health Center: 210.233.7000 Physical Address: 1102 Barclay, SA TX 78207 Women, Infants and Children: 210.233.7150 Physical Address: 803 Castroville RD., Ste. 416, SA TX 78237 CommuniCare Health Centers offers an array of services including pediatric medicine; family medicine; women’s health; podiatry; dental; behavioral health; minor surgery clinic; vision care and pediatric speech therapy and more. Confirm that the service you are seeking is available at the location nearest you. Co-pay is determined by income value. Proof of income is needed as well as ID and address Co- pay can be $40-150; Mon-Fri Daughters of Charity of San Antonio-Insurance Sign Up 210.626.0600 19780 South US Hwy 281, San Antonio, Texas 78221 Assistance to sign up for low cost insurances including CHIP; Children’s Medicaid; Adult Medicaid and the Health Insurance Market Place for those in need or who do not have insurance. Contact the main number to Daughters of Charity and request for insurance sign up assistance. Healthwell Foundation 800.675.8416 Web: www.healthwellfoundation.org 20440 Century Blvd., Suite 250, Germantown, MD 20874 The Healthwell Foundation provides financial assistance to eligible individuals to cover health care premiums and deductibles for certain medications. The foundation may assist you in affording medications approved by your insurance; and may even cover part of your monthly insurance premiums. Income requirements apply and individuals must have income that is less than 400% - 500% Federal Poverty Level. You must have insurance and be prescribed a medication covered by this insurance. You must be currently receiving treatment for a disease covered by the Foundation. You can apply online or call a representative Monday through Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Johnson & Johnson Patient Assistance Foundation 800.652.6227 Web: www.jjpaf.org/index.html Provides free prescription medication to eligible individuals; eligibility is based on income and household size and whether or not you are insured; only certain medicines are eligible. You can print out an application online or have one mailed to you then return it to your Dr.’s Office. It takes about 3 days for the application to be reviewed and you will be notified by mail if you are eligible; once approved you can pick up medicines at doctor's office; mail order or local pharmacy. You must apply each year to continue eligibility. LillyMedicare Answers Prescription Assistance Program 800.545.6962 Web: www.lillycares.com The LillyMedicareAnswers Prescription Assistance Program will provide free Lilly medicines to those with no prescription drug coverage and limited financial resources through a mail order pharmacy. Medications covered include Effient, Forteo, Glucagon, Humalog, Humatrope, Humulin, Trulicity and Zyprexa. To qualify for this program, you must have been prescribed a Lilly drug; be a permanent legal resident of the United States; be enrolled in Medicare Part D or have been denied Low-Income Subsidy assistance; not enrolled in Medicaid; have an annual household income of $35;640 or less for a household of 1 (300% Federal Poverty Level). All applications are reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Call to apply or access the application on-line at https://www.lillycares.com/assets/pdf/lilly_cares_application.pdf Merck Helps - Merck’s Patient Assistance Program 800.727.5400 Web: www.merckhelps.com 2000 Galloping Hill Road, Kenilworth, NJ 07033 Provides Merck brand medications free of charge to eligible individuals, if someone doesn’t meet the insurance criteria they may still qualify with Merck if they attest that they have special circumstances of financial and medical hardships; and their income still meets the program criteria. One application may provide for up to one year of medicine free to eligible individuals; they may apply as many times as needed. Eligibility: (you may be eligible if all 3 apply) 1-Reside in the US and are 50 or older. (citizen or legal resident) 2-Have no health insurance 3-Annual household income less than 400% FPL. To participate in the program; patients and their licensed prescribers must: Complete and sign an application form “ available for download at https://youtu.be/iBw05i0itFE Fax completed form from a participating Licensed Prescriber’s Office to 1-800-528-2551. Methodist Healthcare Ministries-Wesley Health & Wellness Center 210.922.6922 Web: https://www.mhm.org/library/patient-client-materials/wesley-health-wellness-services/ 1406 Fitch, SA TX78211 Offers services to low income families and families without insurance; services offered range from medical care to counseling services to financial and food assistance to help finding a job. Services are based on income if you do not have insurance. Hours are Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. NeedyMeds 800.503.6897 Web: www.needymeds.org PO Box 219, Gloucester, MA 01931 NeedyMeds is a non-profit web-based information resource that assists people in locating Patient Assistance Programs online to help them afford their medications and other healthcare costs. They also have a prescription drug discount card that is designed to lower the cost of prescription medications by up to 80%. To apply just call 800-503-6897 Mon through Fri 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST to get mail in Application or go online. No activation need no expiration date once approved; can’t use any insurance along with card. You can even download the app. Patient Access Network Foundation (PANF) 866.316.7263 Web: www.panfoundation.org PO Box 221858, Charlotte, NC 28222 This program provides prescription and limited financial assistance to individuals who qualify. Applicants must complete an application form online; and information will be subject to verification. Household income must be under 400% FPL. Depending on the condition and drug prescribed; funds awarded may be used to cover co-payments; deductibles; co-insurance and possibly insurance premiums and travel assistance. If you qualify you can get up to $1500 per year for assistance with medications used to treat the chronic illness. Pfizer RxPathways - Prescription Assistance Program 800.844.7284 Web: www.pfizerrxpathways.com/?step=1 Corporate Office: 235 E. 42nd St., New York, NY 10017 Connection to Care Program provides eligible patients with their Pfizer medicines for free through their doctor’s office; to receive free Pfizer medicines; patients must: (1) Have been prescribed a Pfizer medicine available through Connection to Care; (2) Have no prescription coverage or qualify for hardship assistance; (3) Meet the household income guidelines for the program; (4) Live in the United States; Puerto Rico; or the US Virgin Islands. Patients will receive notification of their enrollment status in the mail within 3 to 4 weeks of submitting their completed application. If accepted; they will be enrolled for up to 1 year. They can reapply to the program each year if they continue to need assistance. Income limits of 400% Federal Poverty Level apply Sanofi Patient Connection Program (National) 888.847.4877 Web: www.sanofipatientconnection.com/patient-assistance-connection PO Box 222138, Charlotte, NC 28222 The Sanofi Patient Connection provides free prescription drugs to patients who do not have insurance coverage and who meet eligibility criteria. The goal of the Patient Assistance Program is to provide medication free of charge to patients who are uninsured and who meet the program eligibility requirements. Patients must meet financial criteria and eligibility; Office hours are from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM standard time. Assistance program goes by income and household size; status process usually takes about 1-2 business days. Starkey Hearing Foundation 800.328.8602 Web: www.starkeyhearingfoundation.org 6700 Washington Ave. S., Eden Prairie, MN 55344 Services include noise induced hearing loss education; accepts and redistributes hearing aids to those in need both in the states and internationally; and offers grants; as well as the Hear Now program. The Hear Now program provides hearing help to low-income Americans; each person we help is fit with new; top-of- the-line digital hearing aids that are customized to their hearing loss. Takeda Patient Assistance Program 800.830.9159 PO Box 5727, Louisville, KY 40255 This program offer prescription assistance to individuals who are uninsured or cannot afford their medications. To become eligible, you must be a U.S. resident; not have health coverage; and your household income must be equal to or 3 times less (300%) then the federal poverty level. Hours of operation are from 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM; Mon-Fri. Texas Health And Human Services Commission Star+Plus 800.252.8263 Web: https://www.hhs.texas.gov/services/health/medicaid-chip/medicaid-chip-members/starplus 4900 N. Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX 78751 STAR+PLUS is a Texas Medicaid managed care program for people who have disabilities or are age 65 or older. People in STAR+PLUS get Medicaid health-care and long-term services and support through a medical plan that they choose. Bexar Service Area includes Atascosa; Bandera; Bexar; Comal; Guadalupe; Kendall; Medina and Wilson counties. Health plans that people within the Bexar Service Area can choose from: Amerigroup; Molina Healthcare of Texas; or Superior HealthPlan. Walgreens - Prescription Savings Club 866.922.7312 Web: www.walgreens.com/pharmacy/psc/psc_overview_page.jsp $20 a year to enroll in the saving’s plan for a single person or $35 for a family. People on Medicare; Medicaid and other federal or state health care programs are not eligible. This program can provide a 30-day generic prescription for $5-15; 90-day prescription for $10-30 on generic medications. To sign up; visit your local Walgreen’s store. Previous Next

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< Back SAPD cadets learn how to respond to incidents involving people with autism Tiffany Huertas Apr 2, 2024 SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio nonprofits have teamed up to create a training program to help San Antonio police cadets better understand autism spectrum disorders. Any Baby Can of San Antonio, a local nonprofit serving families with children and youth facing serious health or developmental challenges, is part of the group behind the program. Robert Peaden, director of Autism Services at Any Baby Can San Antonio, said it teaches cadets how to respond to incidents involving people with autism. “What they look like when it comes to recognizing from level one to level three on that spectrum. And then after that, after about two hours of instruction there, we do about two hour instruction of the response phase,” he said. Peaden has a passion for helping parents navigate autism spectrum disorder. His son Logan was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder when he was two years old. “My son was diagnosed at two years old at Triple Army Medical Center in Hawaii when I was in the United States Air Force,” Peaden said. Peaden’s love for his son brought him to the program. “I would describe my son as the nicest person you’ve ever met in your life,” Peaden said. Any Baby Can San Antonio teamed up with the nonprofit Family ADDventures to start the program last year. “My mission is to keep children with autism out of the school to prison pipeline,” said Nicole Santiago, CEO of Family ADDventures. Santiago is passionate about this training and explains the reason it started. “One of my clients was unlawfully arrested and I filed a complaint and we had a meeting and the police were open to us coming in to train,” Santiago said. San Antonio Police Department officials say every cadet class is now taking the trainings. “We talk about different sensory needs. Different communication needs. So, for example, I have communication boards I use. So sometimes if someone becomes with their anxiety, they become non-speaking, they can use the board to point to what they want to say,” Santiago said. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports about 1 in 36 children has been identified with autism spectrum disorder. “Autism is a developmental disability or disorder that is diagnosed in childhood, and it affects communication chiefly, it also affects social skills, sensory processing,” Adrienne Gaither, director of caregiver empowerment at Autism Community Network said. The Autism Community Network also played a big role in the program and is involved in the training. “I think the most important strategy is to be open minded and also to take a step back when they encounter a person with autism and really think about what accommodations can be made. How they can read the communication of someone who might have a communication impairment. And also to draw on the training that we’ve providing and not to be scared of that call,” Gaither said. “The training is super helpful because it helps develop a level of competency in our new officers. These are cadets preparing to become officers serving the community, and it helps them to develop relationships and to learn how to interact with really all people from our community,” Jeremy Spencer, police officer at SAPD and instructor at the training academy said. April is National Autism Awareness Month and KSAT community is partnering with Any Baby Can to help raise awareness. Tune in for the KSAT Community “Town Hall: Understanding Autism”, hosted by Tiffany Huertas. You can watch live at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, April 16 through the KSAT+ streaming services. Also, Any Baby Can San Antonio is hosting its 20th Annual Walk for Autism on April 20, 2024 at Palo Alto College. Watch Autism Community Network's Director of Caregiver Empowerment, Adrienne Gaither, work with other community nonprofits to educate the SAPD about autism here: https://www.ksat.com/video/news/2024/04/02/sapd-cadets-learn-how-to-respond-to-incidents-involving-people-with-autism/ Previous Next

< Back AUTISM DIAGNOSIS About Diagnostic Services Most of our diagnostics are handled in-house, but if for any reason you need more support, our autism diagnosis resources provide information on where to find qualified professionals who can diagnose autism. These resources can help families get started on the journey to understanding and supporting their loved ones with autism. DIAGNOSTICS Assessment Intervention Management (AIM, LLC) 210.838.5351 Web: https://aimllcconsulting.com/ or www.sparkassessmentcenter.com E-Mail: info@aimllcconsulting.com 7410 Blanco Rd Ste. 400, SA TX 78216 We provide a wide array of psychological assessments (ADHD, Dyslexia, Autism, Neuropsychological, Learning Disability, etc.) for families. However, we specialize in customizing the evaluation to fit the needs of the family. Since we all come from a school background, we write our evaluations to match what the schools want. Autism Community Network (Us!) 210.435.1000 Web: www.acn-sa.org 535 Bandera Rd, SA TX 78228 ACN provides diagnostic evaluations for children as well as parent and professional education and training. In addition, ACN provides resources to families through its website, social media outlets and outreach events. ACNs goal is to help children with autism maximize their potential by working to expand autism awareness, improve early diagnosis and better connect families to the care and support available in San Antonio. For information on workshops, trainings or resources please call. Many forms of insurance are accepted, including Medicaid. BAMC Interdisciplinary Autism Team 210.916.2395 Sheri Sharp, Pediatric Speech Pathologist EFMP, Dept. of Pediatrics, Brooke Army Medical Center Ft. Sam Houston, TX 78232 Sees only Dept. of Defense beneficiaries and accepts only TRICARE. This interdisciplinary team includes pediatric speech-language pathology, child and adolescent psychology and developmental-behavioral pediatrics. We see children from the greater San Antonio area and outlying military installations throughout the region. Dr. Carrie George, Ph.D 210.593.2136 E-Mail: carrie.george@claritycgc.org Clarity Child Guidance Center 2135 Babcock Rd., SA TX 78229 Licensed Psychologist and Licensed Specialist in School of Psychology (LSSP) specialize in the assessment/diagnosis of developmental disorder, particularly autism spectrum and mood disorders; provides therapy for higher functioning Asperger’s Disorder. Provide therapy for children with mood and disruptive behavior disorders between the ages of 3 and 17 years. Insurance accepted: Tricare, Medicaid, Aetna, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, CHIP, Community 1st, Life Sync and ComPsych, Texas True Choice, United Behavioral Health and Value Options Health Insurance plans. Business hours: 9am to 5:30pm, Monday through Friday and testing only occurs on Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Many forms of insurance are accepted, including Medicaid, Aetna and Tricare. Dr. Jeri Penkava 210.403.2343 Web: www.adhdplusinc.com 1046 Central Pkwy South, SA TX 78232 Services provided include evaluations; medication management; alternative therapies - nutritional; sound; and herbal therapy; Acupuncture; EEG bio-feedback; Children’s Yoga; and group therapy. Also employed are relaxation techniques, and hypnotherapy with patients. New patients must go on their website under “New Patient Forms and Links” and fill out each form and then either fax or email the completed forms as well as your insurance card and copy of your photo ID (email to: adhdplus.records@att.net ). Existing patients can follow the same link to schedule an appointment. Does not accept Community 1st, Amerigroup or Humana. Multiple insurances are accepted. In the case that yours isn’t, they provide competitive private pay pricing. Dr. Michelle K. Ervin 210.916.3400 Developmental Pediatrics SAMPC 3551 Roger Brooke Dr., Brooke Army Medical Center Ft. Sam Houston TX 78234 Sees only Dept. of Defense beneficiaries and accepts only TRICARE. Dr. Sean P. Meagher 210.292.5648 MDOS/MCCS 1100 Wilford Hall Loop, Lackland AFB, Texas 78236 Developmental Pediatrics, SAMHS Sees only Dept. of Defense beneficiaries and accepts only TRICARE. Dr. Stephen Greefkens 210.916.0765 Developmental Pediatrics SAMPC 3851 Roger Brooke Dr., Brooke Army Medical Center Ft. Sam Houston TX 78234 Sees only Dept. of Defense beneficiaries and accepts only TRICARE. Harkins and Associates 210.692.3439 Web: info@harkinsandassociatesinc.com 4118 Pond Hill Ste. 200 Shavano Park, TX 78231 Dr. Patricia Harkins, MD, Developmental Pediatrics. Do NOT accept Medicaid, Beech Street, CHIPS Programs, Fiserv Health, Health Smart, Unicare and Harrington Maddox Child Psychology, PLLC 210.762.4228 Dr. Katherine Maddox, Ph.D., LSSP Web: www.MaddoxChildPsychology.com Email: Dr.KMaddox@MaddoxChildPsychology.com 117 W. Craig Pl. San Antonio, TX 78212 Dr. Maddox specializes in providing psychological evaluations for children, adolescents, and young adults. When parents have concerns about their child's development, emotional/behavioral problems, social skills, or academic performance, a psychological evaluation can provide parents with valuable information such as diagnostic clarification, treatment needs, and recommendations on how to help their children achieve their goals. Dr. Katherine Maddox is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and a Licensed Specialist in School Psychology. Her areas of specialization include providing diagnostic evaluations for children and adolescents with symptoms related to emotional, behavioral, developmental, and learning problems. Comprehensive Autism Program 210.704.4708 If your child needs a diagnosis of Autism or needs a diagnosis verified, we offer a multidisciplinary autism evaluation which is a four to eight-hour, full evaluation. This consists of evaluations by neurodevelopmental pediatrics, neuropsychology, audiology, social work, speech/language pathology, and occupational therapy. To schedule an evaluation, please ask your child’s primary physician to fax a referral to 210.704.4637 with attention to Autism Clinic: Needs Formal Diagnosis. Comprehensive Autism Program at The Children's Hospital of San Antonio 333 N. Santa Rosa Street Goldsbury Center for Children and Families, 4th Floor (4b) San Antonio, Texas 78207 Previous Next