The mission of Respite Care of San Antonio is to protect, love, build trust, and nurture growth of children with special needs and complex medical conditions while strengthening the families caring for them.
The integrated services developed by Respite Care aid families and create a safe haven for children in crisis. The availability of these essential respites reduces the incidence of child abuse and neglectful environments. Full-time daycare is available, providing parents the opportunity to work or attend school. Part-time day/night out services are available in multiple venues throughout the city, offering parents a short break from caring for their child with special needs. Residential and foster care services provide care for children who have been removed from their home as a result of abuse and neglect. Through a partnership with CentroMed, a non-profit leader in the provision of healthcare services to special populations, a team of pediatric specialists provide onsite medical supports to children in the Developmental Daycare and Respite Care’s residential services, allowing the care of children with complex medical conditions.
| Monday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Saturday: CLOSED |
| Sunday: CLOSED |
Respite Care of San Antonio’s (RCSA) mission is to protect, love, build trust and nurture growth of children with special needs and complex medical conditions while strengthening the families caring for them. RCSA’s vision is for children with special needs and their families to be empowered to reach their maximum potential.
RCSA fulfills its mission by offering community and residential programs for children with medical and special needs, including 24/7 Residential Children's Homes, Community Respite, and Developmental Childcare Programs.
RCSA provides family support services and virtual sessions, including online parent support meetings, and monthly virtual parent and child playdate sessions.
These virtual gatherings help children with special needs and their families relieve stress, foster connections, and receive the support they need during times of crisis.
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These two homes are the only emergency shelters licensed by the State of Texas and dedicated to the care of children with special needs.
Respite Care of San Antonio's Residential Children's Homes improve the health and development of children with disabilities & complex medical conditions who have been removed from their home due to neglect and/or abuse.
In the short-term, RCSA increases access to medical/specialty care, proactively identifies medical issues, improves health outcomes, stabilizes untreated/undertreated conditions, and ensures consistent medical management.
Long-term, children reach their optimal developmental potential and are better off as they age. RCSA’s comprehensive care model helps children heal from adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and improve functionality, and physical/mental well-being.
Children with special needs, ages infant to 17 years.
Children with disabilities & complex medical conditions often require daily medical treatments that may disqualify them from enrolling in traditional childcare programs. Without a childcare option, children fall behind developmentally, and a parent may need to stay home to care for their child’s special needs. Underserved single parents are at greater risk of falling into financial distress when an affordable childcare option is unavailable.
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All fees for Daycare services are on a sliding fee scale, based upon household income.
| Monday: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Tuesday: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Thursday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Friday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Saturday: CLOSED |
| Sunday: CLOSED |
Family Day Out programs are offered on Saturdays from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m.
Respite Care’s trained staff care for children with special needs aged 6 weeks old to 13 years old. Non-disabled siblings are also welcome to attend. Many parents and guardians use Family Day Out to spend quality time with their non-disabled children.
Children with special needs. Siblings are welcome.
Fee: $25/child
Mother's Day Out is a childcare service offered two days per week, Mondays and Wednesdays from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. 6 week old to 6 year old children with disabilities and their non-disabled siblings within the same age group may participate.
Mother’s Day Out helps parents pursue educational goals, obtain part-time employment, attend appointments or have some time for themselves.
To qualify for services, children must have a disability, however, parents and caregivers may enroll non-disabled siblings in RCSA’s programs to provide an inclusive learning environment, encourage a stable family unit, and for their convenience.
The diagnoses/disabilities that qualify a child include but are not limited to:
- Fetal Alcohol Syndrome/Affect
- Down Syndrome
- Cerebral Palsy
- Autism
- Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities (IDD)
- Speech/Motor/Cognitive delays
- Microcephaly
- Hydrocephalus/Shunt
- Various Syndromes if affecting the client developmentally
- Seizure Disorder
- TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury)
- Spina Bifida
Free
Parents Night Out is offered on Friday evenings from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM. This program provides care for children with special needs and their siblings. Parents use this time to rest, pursue their own interests, or have a date night to reconnect with their significant other. This vital respite helps strengthen families and relationships.
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Like other children’s foster shelters, Respite Care of San Antonio's Residential Children's Homes operate 24/7/365 to provide protection and urgent essential needs (shelter, food, clothing, transportation, and care) to children in crisis removed from their homes due to abuse and neglect.
Unlike other shelters, our program is dedicated to serving children with intellectual and developmental disabilities and complex medical conditions. This vulnerable population needs extra resources to overcome the consequences of medical neglect and inadequate care.
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| Monday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Saturday: CLOSED |
| Sunday: CLOSED |
At Respite Care of San Antonio (RCSA), we are parents, caregivers, teachers, and advocates, who understand the struggle of finding affordable, quality childcare when school is out for spring break, the summer, and around the holidays. This is why RCSA is committed to offering childcare services for children with complex medical conditions and/or disabilities throughout the year during San Antonio Independent School District's spring, summer, fall, and winter breaks. At these camps, children enjoy creating art projects, developmentally stimulating activities, and plenty of outdoor playtime led by tenured staff members.
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Respite Care's (RCSA) Camp Programs are available to children three years old through their 13th birthday who have a qualifying disability and their non-disabled siblings. You can find our camps at RCSA's H-E-B House on Craig Street in the historic community of Monte Vista.
RCSA's Camps cost $201.15 per week per child. This fee may be covered for families who qualify for Child Care Subsidy or Child Care Aware.
Help maintain our campus through beautification projects, like yardwork, painting, and more! Assist our caregivers running activities for the special children at RCSA. Pitch in at one of our events by setting up, running a station, and tearing down. We have select opportunities for volunteers under 18. Contact our office to learn more!
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