Ascension DePaul Services – Healthcare & Family Assistance in San Antonio

Ascension DePaul Services of San Antonio provides healthcare, childcare and social services for individuals and families in South San Antonio and Bexar County. The organization traces its local service to 1958 and focuses on helping families overcome hardships, increase economic stability and break cycles of generational poverty.


Through the DePaul Family Center, individuals and families can receive help with food, clothing, hygiene items and emergency utility assistance. Licensed social workers can also help people navigate eligibility and applications for public-assistance programs including Medicare, Medicaid, SSI, CareLink, SNAP/food stamps and childcare assistance. Appointments are required for social services.


The Family Center also operates a food pantry and provides free groceries twice a month for qualifying adults age 60 and older. Certified Community Health Workers help individuals and families connect with resources and work toward greater self-sufficiency. The R.A.Y.S. Parenting Program provides parents with support that can include free diapers, wipes and formula, counseling and classes covering parenting, exercise, nutrition and finances.


For healthcare needs, La Misión Family Health Care provides adult primary care, adolescent and pediatric care, dental care, counseling, social services, laboratory services and limited radiology. The clinic accepts Medicaid, Medicare and private insurance, and income-based financial assistance is available for eligible patients.

DePaul Family Center

Administrative Office

Social Services Program

7607 Somerset Road • San Antonio, Texas 78211

210-334-2300


DePaul Children’s Center

Child Development Program

3050 Golden Ave • San Antonio, Texas 78211

210-334-2311


DePaul-Wesley Children’s Center

Child Development Program

1418 Fitch • San Antonio, Texas 78211

210-334-2390


La Misión Family Health Care

Medical and Dental Programs

19780 US Hwy 281 South • San Antonio, Tx 78221

210-626-0600


El Carmen Wellness Center

Wellness Program

18555-1 Leal Road • San Antonio, Texas 78221

210-626-1745