Bexar County’s First Crisis Nursery | San Antonio News

San Antonio News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 7, 2026 · 1m

Bexar County is poised to become the first in Texas to launch a 24-hour crisis nursery, offering a safe haven for kids ages birth to ten when families face emergencies like domestic violence, homelessness, or mental health crises. Inspired by heartbreaking local tragedies—including thirteen child deaths from abuse or neglect—the program aims to prevent trauma and give parents temporary relief without resorting to foster care. If approved by the Commissioners Court, the county will partner with organizations to build this vital safety net, potentially setting a statewide precedent. Listen in…