South Texas VA

With the addition of VA Fisher House II, which opened in 2024, this location can now accommodate 32 families. Each family is provided with a private guest suite featuring an en-suite bathroom, with accommodations for up to four individuals per suite.

Like other Fisher House Locations guests have access to a variety of shared amenities, including:

• A spacious, modern kitchen with full appliances, where families can prepare their own meals
• A large communal dining area perfect for sharing meals with other guests
• A cozy family/living room with plush seating and a big-screen TV for relaxation
• Laundry facilities on-site, available to all guests
• Outdoor areas including:
  • A shaded patio
  • A gazebo and pergola
  • A covered pavilion with an additional outdoor kitchen and seating — ideal for gathering or simply getting fresh air

House Requirement

• 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.

Contact and Additional Information

For additional information about the South Texas VA Fisher Houses, including eligibility requirements and how to request accommodations, please contact:

Douglas Dickson
House Manager – South Texas VA Fisher Houses
📞 Phone: 210-617-5542
📧 Email: [email protected]

Irma Robinson
Assistant House Manager – South Texas VA Fisher House
📞 Phone: 210-617-5542
📧 Email: [email protected]