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Mission Road Developmental Center (Nonprofit / Christian )

Mission Road Ministries is a non-profit organization located in San Antonio, Texas, serving more than 650 children & adults with (IDD) intellectual and developmental disabilities each day with residential, day activity services, and vocational programs.  Mission Road receives support from the United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County, governmental funding, and private donations from foundations and individuals.

Office Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Content Group: Health

This program offers group residences, day services, transportation, employment services, medical services (including nursing, dental, and physician services), and professional therapies.

People receiving ICF services are typically eligible for adaptive equipment directly through the chosen Medicaid Managed Care Plan.

Capacity: 10

Elisa Gonzalez Send email
(210) 241-4867
Updated within the last 3 months.

This program offers group residences, day services, transportation, employment services, medical services (including nursing, dental, and physician services), and professional therapies.

People receiving ICF services are typically eligible for adaptive equipment directly through the chosen Medicaid Managed Care Plan.

Capacity: 12

Elisa Gonzalez Send email
(210) 241-4867
Updated within the last 5 months.

Murray Manor, Inc. is one of three apartment complexes in San Antonio sponsored by Mission Road Ministries that provide affordable housing and services for adults with intellectual and other developmental disabilities, but need minimal supports.

The apartments are Housing and Urban Development (HUD) subsidized apartment complexes, designed exclusively for adults with intellectual and other developmental disabilities, and are supervised by the Suzanne Smith Management Company.

The apartments have one or two bedroom options with a community room for gatherings and a laundry room.

  • Adult with an intellectual developmental disability
  • Low-income
  • Not under guardianship
  • Independent in self-care, self-medication, self-evaluation in emergencies
  • Minimal assistance required in home safety, kitchen/household management, clothing maintenance and community mobility
  • Active employment or participation in competitive employment, sheltered employment, vocational training or a day activity center.
Suzanne Smith Management Company
(210) 531-0577
Elisa Gonzalez Send email
(210) 924-9265
Updated within the last 5 months.

This program offers group residences, day services, transportation, employment services, medical services (including nursing, dental, and physician services), and professional therapies. 

People receiving ICF services are typically eligible for adaptive equipment
directly through the chosen Medicaid Managed Care Plan. Most importantly, ICF services are immediately available for people with active Medicaid eligibility and an official determination of an intellectual disability or a related condition with no wait and is NOT a Medicaid waiver program.

Capacity: 6

Elisa Gonzalez Send email
(210) 241-4867
Updated within the last 5 months.

Mission Road Developmental Center provides residential care for adults with intellectual and other developmental disabilities through the ICF (Intermediate Care Facility) program and the HCS (Home and Community-Based Services) programs. The Texas Health & Human Services Commission monitor and license the HCS and the ICF group homes and the assisted living program. We have 12 HCS and 4 ICF for a total of 84 residents.

Home
Mission Road has 16 adult community homes throughout the city of San Antonio and one assisted living home on the main Mission Road campus for adults. Residents living in the homes are assisted by well-trained, 24-hour AWAKE staff. During the week, residents spend their day working, training for a job, volunteering or engaging in a social/habilitation program. Evenings are spent acquiring and refining the skills needed to live a more independent and fulfilled life. Weekends are for shopping, completing chores, recreational activities and spending time with friends.

Apartments
Mission Road Ministries sponsors a supervised apartment program for adults with intellectual and other developmental disabilities who need minimal supports. The goal of the program is to provide supportive services to optimize the independence and productivity of the adults in an affordable living arrangement.

Mission Road has three apartment complexes in San Antonio that provide affordable housing and services for the tenants. Suzanne Smith Management Company supervises the three apartments: Independence Square, Murray Manor and Meadow Brook. The apartments are Housing and Urban Development (HUD) subsidized apartment complexes designed exclusively for adults with intellectual and other developmental disabilities. The apartments have one or two bedroom options with a community room for gatherings and a laundry room.

Elisa Gonzalez Send email
(210) 334-6483
Updated within the last 5 months.

A few of the children living at Mission Road are members of loving families who partner with us to care for their children overnight, throughout the week, and on weekends as is helpful.

We provide each child with professional, 24-hour AWAKE care by trained, attentive staff allowing the child to thrive and grow into a successful and happy adult.

Children ages 3 to 17 years with intellectual and other developmental disabilities.

Mission Road Boarding School is a private, fee-for-service program contracted annually, billed monthly, and priced individually based on the needs of the child.

Anna Metaxas Garcia Send email
(210) 334-6486
Updated within the last 4 months.

At Mission Road, the children find a new, safe, and predictable home life staffed by trained, loving, professional caregivers. Once in our care, the resiliency of the human spirit is recognized in all its glory. Our children thrive and progress now that they live in a safe, happy family setting in which all their needs are met – and then some! 

Click here for the Program Interest Form. 

Children ages 3 to 17 years with intellectual and other developmental disabilities.

 

The Custodial Residential program is licensed and monitored by the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services.

Fees for the care of our children are provided by the State of Texas through a variety of funding sources and are augmented by private and corporate donations.

Hours
Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: CLOSED
Sunday: CLOSED

Anna Metaxas Garcia Send email
(210) 334-6486
Updated within the last 5 months.

Mission Road Developmental Center’s HandsOn provides residential care and day activity services for people who have been diagnosed as Deaf/Blind/Multiply Disabled (DBMD) as well as Intellectually and or Developmentally Disabled (IDD).

The individuals in our program are full-time residents of MRDC’s three DBMD community homes, one of which is located on our main campus.

Residents participate in active and engaging day programs hosted at Unicorn Centers Monday through Friday each week and receive 24/7/365 awake care.

Elisa Gonzalez Send email
(210) 241-4867
Updated within the last 5 months.

Mission Road Developmental Center’s HandsOn provides residential care and day activity services for people who have been diagnosed as Deaf/Blind/Multiply Disabled (DBMD) as well as Intellectually and or Developmentally Disabled (IDD). 

The individuals in our program are full-time residents of MRDC’s three DBMD community homes, one of which is located on our main campus.

Residents participate in active and engaging day programs hosted at Unicorn Centers Monday through Friday each week and receive 24/7/365 awake care.

Capacity: 6

Updated within the last 5 months.

The HandsOn Program of Mission Road provides quality residential care and day activities for persons with multiple disabilities.

The services are designed for individualized training that facilitates the acquisition and/or enhancement of skills in communication, personal care, daily living skills and recreation.

Services are provided in the least restrictive environment while promoting the safety, care and welfare of all participants.

Requirements for this program: 

  • Children and adults
  • Must have a diagnosis of legal blindness, a hearing impairment that affects their speech, and a disabling condition that affects their independent functioning
  • Must meet the criteria for Medicaid Eligibility
  • The program serves 24 persons who meet the criteria
Elisa Gonzalez Send email
(210) 334-6483
Updated within the last 1 month.

Our Mission Road Host Companion Care program partners with families to provide professional training, oversight, and often immediate and urgent assistance. We help families and caregivers create and maintain a safe home environment where adults with IDD can flourish socially, emotionally, and physically.

What assistance is provided in Adult Host Companion Care?

  • Meal preparation
  • Medication management
  • Social interaction & activities
  • Transportation services
  • Personal care (toileting, bathing, dressing)
  • Aid in daily recreational & vocational activities

While the ISS services program is funded by the Medicaid waiver programs of HCS/TxHmLv and DBMD, we accept individuals funded through CLASS, ICF, GR, and private pay.

Please note we do not accept Medicaid such as Molina, Star Plus, or other HMOs.

Elisa Gonzalez Send email
(210) 334-6492
Updated within the last 1 month.

ICF services are immediately available for people with active Medicaid eligibility and an official determination of an intellectual disability or a related condition with no wait and is NOT a Medicaid waiver program. A person will not lose their place on the HCS waiting list if ICF services are chosen in the meantime.

This program offers:

  • group residences
  • day services
  • transportation
  • employment services
  • medical services (including nursing, dental, and physician services)
  • professional therapies

People receiving ICF services are typically eligible for adaptive equipment directly through the chosen Medicaid Managed Care Plan. 

Elisa Gonzalez Send email
(210) 241-4867
Updated within the last 1 month.

Free To Be is our Individualized Skills & Socialization Program located on our Main Campus, Mission Road Developmental Center – on the city’s south side. We provide a stimulating environment for adults with IDD (intellectual and other developmental disabilities) and mild to severe medical needs. We do this by providing both person-centered on-site and off-site activities. Through the years, this program has been referred to as adult day care, adult day hab (habilitation), and DAHS (Day Activity Health Services). 

Details:

  • Located on our 22-acre campus on the banks of the San Antonio River near Mission San Juan
  • For adults with differing levels of disability
  • Provides care for the physical, mental, medical, and social needs of our clients
  • Serves adults who may not be eligible for traditional day services due to the extent of their disability
Hours
Monday: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Saturday: CLOSED
Sunday: CLOSED

Sussel Carreon Send email
(361) 243-9954
Updated within the last 1 month.

Meadow Brook, Inc. is one of three apartment complexes in San Antonio sponsored by Mission Road Ministries that provide affordable housing and services for adults with intellectual and other developmental disabilities, but who need minimal supports.

The apartments are Housing and Urban Development (HUD) subsidized apartment complexes, designed exclusively for adults with intellectual and other developmental disabilities, and are supervised by the Suzanne Smith Management Company.

The apartments have one or two bedroom options with a community room for gatherings and a laundry room.

  • Adult with an intellectual developmental disability
  • Low-income
  • Not under guardianship
  • Independent in self-care, self-medication, self-evaluation in emergencies
  • Minimal assistance required in home safety, kitchen/household management, clothing maintenance and community mobility
  • Active employment or participation in competitive employment, sheltered employment, vocational training or a day activity center
Suzanne Smith Management Company
(210) 531-0577
Elisa Gonzalez Send email
(210) 334-6492
Updated within the last year

Mission Road Developmental Center provides residential care for adults with intellectual and other developmental disabilities through the ICF-MR (Intermediate Care Facility-Mental Retardation) program and the HCS (Home and Community-Based Services) programs.

Mission Road has 12 adult community homes throughout San Antonio, and one assisted living home for adults on the main Mission Road campus. Residents living in the homes are assisted by well-trained, 24-hour awake staff. During the week, residents spend their day working, training for a job, volunteering, or engaging in a social/habilitation program. Evenings are spent acquiring and refining the skills needed to live a more independent and fulfilled life. Weekends are for shopping, completing chores, recreational activities, and spending time with friends.

The Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services and the Texas Health & Human Services Commission monitor and license the HCS, ICF-MR Group Homes, and the assisted living program.

Elisa Gonzalez Send email
(210) 924-9265
Updated within the last 5 months.

Mission Road offers a once-a-month Mom’s Morning Out program for families caring for children who have been diagnosed with IDD at home. The program affords parents with children with IDD some much-deserved free time and even “me” time and is available to families living in San Antonio and Bexar County caring for children with IDD.

Mom’s Morning Out was specially designed to give children diagnosed with IDD healthy and active Saturday mornings while providing their caregivers with time to relax, exercise, go shopping, see a movie, or visit friends. Parents need professionals they can trust to care for their special-needs child while they take some time to re-energize and relax. We are delighted to provide this loving care by our professionally trained staff, so parents and families can be confident that their child receives the best possible and appropriate care while away.

Moms Morning Out Activities: 

  • Playground Time
  • Games in our gym
  • Arts and Crafts
  • Quiet time in our sensory room
  • A healthy lunch is also provided

Click here for the Moms Morning Out Interest Form. 

Families living in San Antonio and Bexar County caring for a child, aged 6 to 17 years, with IDD.

No medication may be administered to children at Mom’s Morning Out

$40/child for 4 hours of care.

One Saturday each Month: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (September through May) (As scheduled and available)
Norma Gaitan Send email
(210) 334-2432
Updated within the last 1 month.

Mission Road Developmental Center provides in-home and family support services to children and adults with intellectual and other developmental disabilities who choose to remain in their own homes.

If you are interested in one of our services for your loved one, start by contacting AACOG (Alamo Area Council of Governments) to begin the screening and assessment process to determine if your client or loved one qualifies for IDD services. Once this is completed, you can fill out our interest form below and a Mission Road program director will reach out to you to determine which programs might be appropriate and available.

Click here for the program interest form. 

Hours
Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: CLOSED
Sunday: CLOSED

Elisa Gonzlez Send email
(210) 334-6483
Updated within the last 1 month.

MRDC provides in-home and family support services to children and adults with IDD who choose to remain in their own homes. Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) and other Medicaid waiver programs ensure each individual's welfare in the community and help to prevent or delay people from being placed into institutions.

A team of professionals and family members develop a plan with the individual seeking services to identify the goals and services that a person needs to continue to live in their own home. In this program, MRDC employs paid staff (PAS/HAB) who visit an individual’s home according to the individual’s treatment plan to provide services.

Typically, these services are rendered for a few hours each week.

Elisa Gonzalez Send email
(210) 334-6483
Updated within the last 5 months.

Mission Road annually offers the Summer Outreach And Recreation (S.O.A.R.) & MORE program to our resident children and children from the community with an IDD diagnosis. S.O.A.R. & MORE was created for children diagnosed with IDD and is a strategic educational and engagement program that helps keep children engaged in academics, life skills, art, play, and more throughout school breaks. The program serves our residential children, each of whom has been removed from their families by the State due to abuse, neglect, or abandonment. It also serves children from the community who live with their loving families throughout San Antonio.

S.O.A.R. is a summer camp that offers a unique opportunity for children diagnosed with IDD to have a classic camp experience. For most of the children in MRDC’s care. This program provides our resident children and Koalas with a safe and inviting place to spend their summer days and school holidays and opportunities to experience the joy, fun, and excitement they deserve and that only childhood can bring.

Click here for the S.O.A.R and MORE Interest Form.

Tuition:

  • $300.00 per week/child.
  • Registration and payment for all eight (8) weeks are required.
  • A non-refundable deposit of 1,200.00 (four-week tuition) is due Friday, June 7, 2024.
  • The total balance is due July 12, 2024.
  • Daily pick-up is at 3:00 pm. $1.00 per minute is charged each minute after 3:00 pm until children are retrieved.
Hours
Monday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Saturday: CLOSED
Sunday: CLOSED

*Eight weeks
Norma Gaitan Send email
(210) 334-2432
Updated within the last 1 month.

You make the world a better place.

Volunteers of all kinds are important to us. As a volunteer, we want you to participate in a way that is meaningful to YOU. We are dedicated to working closely with you to identify your ideal project plan, specific experience and "take away" plus scheduling days, times and places that are most convenient for you.

There are several ways to volunteer at Mission Road:

  • You’re the Expert

What is your passion? Expertise? Joy? Volunteer your time to play your musical instrument; build a bird house; teach us about the sun and stars; bake a cake; care for animals; teach us dances from your ancestors and on and on. Volunteering is about YOU! We love it all!

  • On-Campus Group Volunteers

Large volunteer groups are welcome! Activities can include working directly with clients on craft projects, reading, singing, playing sports and games. Got rhythm? Volunteer to dance with clients at our frequent carnivals and parties.

Volunteers may also choose to help with the care and maintenance of Mission Road facilities - painting, gardening, light repairs, hanging Christmas lights, even harvesting olives in our 250-tree orchard.

  • Off-Campus Group Volunteers

We love to be out and about. Our clients love to visit museums, the theater, historic sites, see movies, go bowling, and even volunteer for others - visiting senior centers, the Food Bank and baking cookies at the Ronald McDonald House. Where can you take us?

  • Sponsors

We appreciate individual and corporate sponsors who may choose donate items such as tickets for community events, books, puzzles, crafts supplies, etc.. Monetary donations are appreciated to help cover transportation expenses, meals and other expenses for off campus experiences - including over-night vacations for our residents.

  • Individual Volunteer

An individual may assist in on-campus programming; such as arts and crafts classes, music lessons, tutoring, field trips, birthday parties, fundraisers, holiday parties and much more.

  • Shindig, Job Luncheon and Club Unicorn

Individuals can volunteer with Mission Road's client and fundraising events. Dance with our clients, serve popcorn or pizza or serve on our special fundraising committees including Underwriting and Table Sponsor recruitment, Auction Donation procurement, Decor, Guest Registration, etc.

Complete our online Volunteer Form found here.

Upon submission, a team member will contact you to help coordinate a volunteer activity that meets your expectations and provides your volunteers with a memorable and productive experience.

Questions? Contact [email protected] or call (210) 334-2455.

 

Mission Road Volunteer Protocol and Restrictions

  • Mission Road does not offer volunteer opportunities for Court Ordered Community Service.
  • As of 2022, staffing challenges prevent clinical internships and student internships at both our Southside and Unicorn Centers campuses. We are not accepting university, college, and/or nursing school intern partnerships.
  • High Access and/or Individual Volunteers must complete our application, undergo a full background check (FBI and DPS), they must pay the non-refundable application fee of $87, and participate in an in-person interview. Acceptance is subject to approval and clearance at all junctures.
  • All requests for both individual and group volunteer projects are reviewed by and subject to approval by the Mission Road Volunteer Council. Not all requests are granted.
Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Saturday: CLOSED Sunday: CLOSED
Updated within the last year

Independence Square, Inc. is one of three apartment complexes in San Antonio sponsored by Mission Road Ministries that provide affordable housing and services for adults with intellectual and other developmental disabilities who need minimal support.

The apartments are Housing and Urban Development (HUD) subsidized apartment complexes, designed exclusively for adults with intellectual and other developmental disabilities, and are supervised by the Suzanne Smith Management Company.

The apartments have one or two-bedroom options with a community room, for gatherings and a laundry room.

To qualify, applicants must be:

  • an adult with an intellectual developmental disability (IDD);
  • low-income;
  • not under guardianship;
  • independent in self-care, self-medication, and self-evaluation in emergencies;
  • require minimal assistance in home safety, kitchen/household management, clothing maintenance, and community mobility;
  • employed or participating in a competitive employment, sheltered employment, vocational training program, or a day activity center.
Elisa Gonzalez Send email
(210) 334-6483
Updated within the last month

Our supervised apartment program is for adults with IDD who need minimal support.

Mission Road Developmental Center’s three apartment communities are Housing and Urban Development (HUD) subsidized complexes. The apartments are designed exclusively for adults with IDD and have one or two-bedroom options, community rooms, and laundry rooms.

Updated within the last 5 months.

This program offers group residences, day services, transportation, employment services, medical services (including nursing, dental, and physician services), and professional therapies. People receiving ICF services are typically eligible for adaptive equipment directly through the chosen Medicaid Managed Care Plan.

Most importantly, ICF services are immediately available for people with active Medicaid eligibility and an official determination of an intellectual disability or a related condition with no wait and is NOT a Medicaid waiver program. If ICF services are chosen, people will not lose their place on the HCS waiting list.

Capacity: 6

Elisa Gonzalez Send email
(210) 241-4867
Updated within the last 5 months.

The Home and Community-based Services program provides individualized services and support to persons with intellectual disabilities living with their family, in their own home, or other community settings, such as small group homes.

Capacity: 4

Elisa Gonzalez Send email
(210) 241-4867
Updated within the last 5 months.

The Home and Community-based Services program provides individualized services and support to persons with intellectual disabilities living with their family, in their home, and other community settings, such as small group homes.

Capacity: 4

Elisa Gonzalez Send email
(210) 241-4867
Updated within the last 5 months.

The Home and Community-based Services program provides individualized services and support to persons with intellectual disabilities living with their family, in their home, or other community settings, such as small group homes.

Capacity: 4

Elisa Gonzalez Send email
(210) 241-4867
Updated within the last 5 months.

Mission Road Developmental Center’s Community Employment & Job Coaching Program helps match adults with IDD and employers eager to have them on their team.

Find

Our job coaches work one-on-one with each person to determine their interests and the type of work best for them. Often, employers are contacted to help carve out various tasks that could be done on a part-time basis.

Get

When a job has been identified, job coaches teach individuals the specific skills they will need to succeed at their job.

Keep

To keep a job, MRDC provides ongoing employer support. The Not-So-Secret to Our Success? Job Coaches!

Elisa Ibarra
(210) 334-2212
Updated within the last 1 month.

The Individualized Skills and Socialization Program (formerly known as Day Activity) is hosted at our Unicorn Centers campus and provides the people in our care with an active, vibrant day program. Our ISS program includes both on-site and off-site activities and is completely person-centered.

Our team works closely with our participants– adults with IDD, to be included in a community-based environment where we help them learn, improve, and retain the life skills that are essential to living and participating successfully in home and community life.

Adults 18 years and up, with a primary diagnosis of IDD.

While the ISS services program is funded by the Medicaid waiver programs of HCS/TxHmLv and DBMD, we accept individuals funded through CLASS, ICF, GR, and private pay. Please note we do not accept Medicaid such as Molina, Star Plus, or other HMOs.

Hours
Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: CLOSED
Sunday: CLOSED

Updated within the last 1 month.
 

Community Employment & Job Coaching: 

Mission Road Developmental Center’s Community Employment & Job Coaching Program helps match adults with IDD and employers who are eager to have them on their team.

ISS Day Activity Program:

The Individualized Skills and Socialization Program (formerly known as Day Activity) is hosted at our Unicorn Centers campus and provides the people in our care with an active, vibrant day program. Our ISS program includes both on-site and off-site activities and is completely person-centered.

Hours
Monday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday: CLOSED
Sunday: CLOSED

Elisa Ibarra
(726) 213-8716
Updated within the last 5 months.

The Home and Community-based Services program provides individualized services and support to persons with intellectual disabilities living with their family, in their own home, or other community settings, such as small group homes.

Capacity: 4

Elisa Gonzalez Send email
(210) 241-4867
Updated within the last 5 months.