At Brighton, we believe parents are their child’s first and most important teachers. Beyond our exceptional early childhood programs, we’re here to connect you with the resources and support your family needs to thrive. From Brighton-specific guidance to comprehensive community resources, everything you need is right here.
Brighton Preschool’s core values serve as the foundation that supports everything we do. Our passion for the children we serve is our purpose, and we serve them with integrity. We honor our relationships with one another and those we serve, enabling us to strive for greatness in a rewarding environment. Please read our parent handbook to learn more about Brighton’s purpose, enrollment process, curriculum, and policies.
Whether you need help connecting to additional community services, have questions about resources, need guidance navigating available support, or are interested in getting involved with Brighton’s family community, our team is here to help. By working together, we can ensure that Brighton Preschool continues to provide a stimulating and enriching environment for all children. Please get in touch with us by calling 210.826.4492 or emailing Preschool@BrightonSA.org.
We’ve organized these community resources by category to help you quickly find the support your family needs. Each section contains the complete list of available services in that area.
Children who are facing mental and behavioral issues, whether at home, school, or in the community, have resources available to them through intervention and treatment programs. Parents and children alike may not know how to overcome these challenges; however, the resources below will work with your family to identify the cause and ensure your child receives the treatment that they deserve.
The following programs provide recreational activities for children with developmental, intellectual, medical, behavioral, or physical disabilities. These camps offer fun and safe enrichment activities for children with special needs, varying by organization.
Child care services are available for both full-time and part-time care to qualifying families, providing child care subsidies. Respite Care of San Antonio provides services to children who have a developmental disability and/or complex medical condition. For more information, please follow the links below.
The following clinics offer comprehensive care for you and your family by providing Pediatrics, Women’s Health, Family Practice, and walk-in appointments.
For those in need of emergency assistance relating to clothing and baby items.
If you are in a qualifying low-income household, you may be eligible to reduce your bill with LifeLine AT&T. San Antonio Independent Living Services provides assistance to individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, or blind. They also provide information, assistance, and training for adaptive telecommunication devices.
Counseling provides assistance and guidance in resolving personal, social, or psychological problems and difficulties, with the help of a professional and a treatment plan.
The dental offices listed below provide maintenance for healthy teeth and oral hygiene. Various doctors below specialize in dentistry for children with special needs.
Developmental professionals, along with licensed therapy providers, provide a holistic and family-centered approach to development when dealing with children residing in San Antonio. Early Intervention is designed to help babies and toddlers meet their developmental milestones while parents and guardians work alongside qualified professionals.
Providing various educational and developmental programs to both children and adults to help them live their best life, regardless of a delay or disability. Each program is distinct in what it offers and has different eligibility requirements.
Humanitarian aid organizations aim to improve the health and lives of people affected by poverty or emergencies, regardless of their political, religious, or financial circumstances.
The following programs are dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with special needs through the provision of specialized products and equipment.
If your child needs a diagnosis of Autism or needs a diagnosis verified, The Children’s Hospital of San Antonio offers a multidisciplinary autism evaluation, which is a four to eight-hour complete evaluation. This includes assessment by neurodevelopmental pediatrics, neuropsychology, audiology, social work, speech-language pathology, and occupational therapy. The Autism Community Network also provides autism diagnostic services to underserved children and families, including those who are economically challenged or who have limited English proficiency. The following doctors specialize in Developmental Pediatrics, while the Autism Treatment Center provides resources and therapy to those on the spectrum.
Crisis intervention, family strengthening, and parenting classes are all resources provided to alleviate family stress. Parenting education can help prevent child abuse by strengthening families and assessing problems early on.
The Neighborhood and Housing Services Department is dedicated to supporting and enhancing the quality of life for residents of San Antonio by providing programs focusing on housing, economic solutions, reinvestment, rehabilitation, and more. The NHSD department can help if you or a loved one needs home repair & remediation assistance, if eligible.
If you have a child with special needs, you probably have some unique concerns about the future. One, of course, is who will care for your child if you become unable to do so. Another is the cost of that care and who will pay for it. The following programs are here to help you plan for the future, including wills, trustees, and insurance plans.
Providing essential goods like furniture to help those on the path to independent living.
Bexar County offers a simple, respectful, and dignified service to families with no funding for a funeral or burial service, subject to eligibility requirements.
Providing emergency shelter and transitional housing opportunities to residents in San Antonio. See the program for specific eligibility requirements.
Organizations providing housing assistance to children and adults in San Antonio.
Medicaid and CHIP resources to help cover medical and health care expenses for your family. A comprehensive list of providers is provided, along with health resources to address your specific needs.
Providing education, information, support, and supplies to breastfeeding women and mothers. Promoting a better understanding of breastfeeding as an essential element in the healthy development of the baby and mother.
Public defenders who represent low-income clients who are in need of legal services, specializing in various practice areas.
For those in need of emergency medication assistance.
Whether you or a loved one are going through emotional or mental health issues there are resources and support that are here to help. The following programs offer a selection of treatment programs to deal with a variety of mental and behavioral health issues.
For those who are in need of emergency food assistance.
Parenting classes are comprehensive and designed to enhance the child-rearing skills of parents, fostering the healthy development of their child. Parents are supported in meeting their educational and personal growth goals.
Providing care, education, and various services to pregnant women regardless of insurance.
The following programs provide children and adults with intellectual or physical disabilities the opportunity to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy, and share gifts, skills, and friendship with their families and teammates. These programs aim to enrich the lives of individuals with special needs and explore new possibilities.
For those who are in need of emergency rental assistance.
Respite care is planned or emergency temporary care provided to caregivers. Respite programs provide planned short-term and time-limited breaks for families and other unpaid caregivers of children with a delay or disability.
For those in need of emergency and local shelter care. Please see a specific organization/shelter for eligibility requirements.
Services are provided to those who are experiencing substance abuse issues or know someone who is and needs help. The following resources offer guidance on treatments, financial assistance, counseling, recovery centers, and additional support.
A network of resources looking to help you or your family through whatever difficulties you may be experiencing. Please see each link below for specific guidance and assistance.
