A Fisher House is "a home away from home" for families of patients receiving medical care at major military and VA medical centers. The homes are normally located within walking distance of the treatment facility or have transportation available.

Fisher Houses have up to 21 suites, with private bedrooms and baths. Families share a common kitchen, laundry facilities, a warm dining room, and an inviting living room.

If you or someone you love is receiving care at a VA or military medical center, check the list of Current Houses to see if there is a Fisher House that can help. 

There is never a charge to stay at a Fisher House.

All lodging fees for guest families at this house are paid through a grant from Fisher House Foundation.

Fisher Houses are set up to encourage a sense of community while giving private respite to tired families.

All applications must go through your medical case worker. Contact your case worker to fill out an application. Submission of your application does not guarantee you a room. As stated on the application, we highly encourage you to make other arrangements should the houses be full during your requested dates.

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Eligibility:

• Service members, parents, spouses, other relatives, or anybody supporting seriously ill or injured inpatients at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center, San Antonio Military Medical Center or other medical facilities in the San Antonio Area are eligible to stay at the Lackland Fisher Houses on a space-available basis.
• Prospective guests must be able to care for themselves since no medical care is provided at the houses.
• Children are not to be left unattended while the patient is receiving medical care.
• Varies by location based on criteria established by the medical center, so it is best to reach out to the specific house for more information
• This program covers residents of the following counties: Bexar County, TX
• Patients are eligible to stay at the Fisher House regardless of medical condition as long as the condition does not require Home Health services. No medical personnel can enter the Fisher House tp provide care on an outpatient basis.
• Fisher Houses do not allow pets with the sole exception of Certified Service Dogs.
• Guest must have a permanent, verifiable residence more than 40 miles from the Fisher House in order to be eligible to stay at the Fisher House.
• Please contact the House Manager for full eligibility requirements

Families who meet the eligibility criteria and are accepted as guests stay without cost.

Fisher Houses are owned and operated by the Department of Defense or Department of Veterans Affairs in association with the attached hospital.

The Fisher House provides cost-free accommodations so Veterans families/caregivers can be close to their hospitalized loved ones during a medical crisis. The South Texas Veterans Health Care System (STVHCS) Fisher House in San Antonio, Texas, is a beautiful “home away from home" and provides high quality temporary lodging for families of Veterans receiving inpatient care (medical crisis) at STVHCS. When a loved one is injured or ill, the Fisher House unites families and relieves the financial and emotional strain of being away from home. 

Each Fisher House is between 7 and 21 suites and can accommodate 16 to 42 family members.

They feature a spacious common kitchen, laundry facilities, spacious dining room and a living room with a library and toys for children. Newer houses are 100% wheelchair accessible and include elevators.

Fisher Houses are set up to encourage a sense of community while giving private respite to tired families.
You can make your favorite meal in the gourmet kitchen before turning in for a good night’s sleep.

 A Fisher House is a temporary lodging residence and is not a treatment facility, permanent residence, hospice, or counseling center.

Safety is important! There is a key or fob to get into the Fisher House and a key to get into your private suite. VA campus police or military police are in the area to ensure everyone’s safety.

Meals are not provided but generous volunteer groups often bring in large dinners for the house.

Pets are not permitted. Only certified and specifically tasked service animals are allowed in the Fisher House. The service animal must belong to the registered guest and requires approval prior to check-in.

Rooms are assigned on a first come, first served, space available basis.

No additional guests are permitted in the rooms without prior approval.

All referrals to the Fisher House should be done in advance and is most often completed by a Social Worker. Referrals are based on eligibility criteria being met and room availability. Fisher House staff will confirm guests' reservation 24-48 hours prior to the check-in date. 

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Eligibility:

• You must live 50 or more miles away
• Have a loved one receiving inpatient care provided by South Texas Veterans Health Care System.
• Are actively engaged in the hospitalized Veteran's treatment plan and provide daily ongoing bedside support during the episode of care.
• Are medically stable and able to stay in a non-medical, unsupervised setting.
• The guest must have a permanent address.
• Are willing to abide by all house guidelines and regulations.
• Veterans are not allowed to lodge alone in the Fisher House.
• Veterans must be accompanied by a caregiver while lodging at the Fisher House.

Fisher House referrals cannot be made by Fisher House staff.  To request accommodations for Fisher House lodging, please contact the Veteran's assigned Social Worker to request a referral. If you do not have an assigned social worker, your provider (primary care physician or nurse practitioner) is able to make the referral as well.

The criterion for occupancy is that the guest be either a member of the family or designated care giver of the patient hospitalized at these facilities or a patient in an outpatient status.

Children under the age of 18 are permitted to stay at the Fisher House but must not be left unattended in the Fisher House.

To contact the assigned social worker, provider, or nurse practitioner, call the Consolidated Outpatient Appointment Center at 210-949-9702.

All lodging fees for guest families at this house are paid through a grant from Fisher House Foundation.

The South Texas Veterans Health Care System (STVHCS) Fisher House in San Antonio, Texas, is a beautiful “home away from home" and provides high quality temporary lodging for families of Veterans receiving inpatient care (medical crisis) at STVHCS. The Fisher House provides cost-free accommodations so Veterans families/caregivers can be close to their hospitalized loved ones during a medical crisis.

Fisher Houses are owned and operated by the Department of Defense or Department of Veterans Affairs in association with the attached hospital. Each Fisher House is between 7 and 21 suites and can accommodate 16 to 42 family members.

They feature a spacious common kitchen, laundry facilities, spacious dining room and a living room with a library and toys for children. Newer houses are 100% wheelchair accessible and include elevators.

 A Fisher House is a temporary residence and is not a treatment facility, hospice, or counseling center.

Fisher Houses are set up to encourage a sense of community while giving private respite to tired families.

Meals are not provided but generous volunteer groups often bring in large dinners for the house.

You can make your favorite meal in the gourmet kitchen before turning in for a good night’s sleep.

Safety is important! There is a key or fob to get into the Fisher House and a key to get into your private suite. VA campus police or military police are in the area to ensure everyone’s safety.

This network of comfort homes was created to provide a sense of normalcy during medical crisis and it all started with just… one.

All referrals to the Fisher House should be done in advance and is most often completed by a Social Worker. Rooms are assigned on a first come, first served, space available basis. Referrals are based on eligibility criteria being met and room availability. Fisher House staff will confirm guests' reservation 24-48 hours prior to the check-in date. 

Serving over 100,000 veterans each year, the Audi L. Murphy Memorial Veterans Hospital at STVHCS provides an array of healthcare services, including acute medical, surgical, mental health, and primary care.

Due to recognized need, a second 16-suite Fisher House is being constructed offering up to 5,840 nights of lodging a year. This new house will double savings each year up to $1.4 million.

Donations of cash, goods, services and volunteer time are always needed to ensure that facilities and services remain free of charge for guests.

If you would like to donate to this fisher house you can visit us here, 

Donations can also be made by mail:

Download our Donation Form and mail to
Fisher House, Inc. 7323 Hwy 90 West, Suite 107 San Antonio, TX 78227
(For mailed donations, checks are accepted. Please make checks payable to “Fisher House, Inc.”)

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For drop off and information please contact us at 210-673-7500 or email [email protected]

We can arrange for pick-up as well if you live in the San Antonio area, thank you for supporting your San Antonio Fisher Houses!

Proximity to hospital – most houses are within walking distance to the hospital, however, when they are not, transportation is provided to and from the hospital.

Children under the age of 18 are permitted to stay at the Fisher House but must not be left unattended in the Fisher House.

Pets are not permitted. Only certified and specifically tasked service animals are allowed in the Fisher House. The service animal must belong to the registered guest and requires approval prior to check-in.

No additional guests are permitted in the rooms without prior approval.

Requirements:

• Services Category:
  Housing - In-Patient Substance and MH (Counseling, MST, PTSD, TBI)
  PH - VA Location
• Service Counties: Bexar
• Have a loved one receiving inpatient care provided by South Texas Veterans Health Care System.
• Live 50 miles or more away from the Audie L. Murphy Memorial Veterans Hospital.
• Are actively engaged in the hospitalized Veteran's treatment plan and provide daily ongoing bedside support during the episode of care.
• Are medically stable and able to stay in a non-medical, unsupervised setting.
• The guest must have a permanent address.
• Are willing to abide by all house guidelines and regulations.
• Veterans are not allowed to lodge alone in the Fisher House. Veterans must be accompanied by a caregiver while lodging at the Fisher House.

All lodging fees for guest families at this house are paid through a grant from Fisher House Foundation.

Families who meet the eligibility criteria and are accepted as guests stay without cost.