Built by Veterans. For Veterans.
Residential treatment for veterans with active alcohol or substance use. Tricare and VA Community Care accepted. Bandera, TX.
42-day inpatient,
no shortcuts
543-acre ranch in
Bandera, TX; 516-acre
ranch in Milford, VA
Veteran-led clinical
team; 6:1 staff ratio
We’ll verify your coverage before you arrive
Program Overview
What We Are 42-day residential treatment for addiction, PTSD, and co-occurring conditions. Evidence-based care combined with programs built for warriors: jiu-jitsu, K9 training, wood and metal shops, equine therapy, art, fishing, yoga, and more. This isn’t a hospital. It’s a ranch and a refuge where warriors heal alongside warriors.
Who It’s For Warriors with active alcohol or substance use. Every veteran, active duty military, or first responder is welcome regardless of discharge status, rank, or record. We do not treat the general public. Every person in the program has served.
What It Costs Tricare and VA Community Care accepted, as well as some commercial insurance. We are an in-network VA Community Care provider. We verify your coverage before you arrive so there are no surprises.
Amenities
Hiking & Fishing
Our courses provide warriors the opportunity to rebuild their health and experience the beauty of nature. Whether it be taking a hike through the Warriors Heart property, running the flight line to fishing in our 2 lakes, these activities allow Warriors to take themselves out of their daily obligations and focus on their recovery. There are also several benefits to fishing for those experiencing symptoms of PTSD, allowing for the mind and body to heal in a natural setting.
Nutrition
Providing food for the Warriors Heart clients and staff is a daily mission that has many great rewards. All meals are appealing, visually and aesthetically, to all clients and staff, while also providing nutritional value. This is especially important for clients as they work to become a better version of themselves and need to replace the nutrients that the body has been deprived of due to addiction.
Massage / Bodywork
Many of our Warriors are banged up. Healing the mind and body of a warrior as they go through recovery is of utmost importance. The Warriors Heart facility offers massages and bodywork to help relax and ease the pain to strengthen one’s recovery. By working on and relaxing the body, we hope to give Warriors the ability to focus on their recovery and heal the visible and invisible scars.
Yoga
Yoga has been shown to be beneficial in the treatment of those experiencing the effects of PTSD. Yoga is not meant to be the only therapy a warrior receives, but a complement that could benefit our treatment for addiction and PTSD. Relax and just breath.
Testimonials
“Great overall experience, especially the one on ones. From the moment I was picked up I was treated with dignity and respect. All the clinicians are awesome people. I love them all. Thank you Liza, Josh and Tom, you are doing God’s work, My family and I thank and your staff.”
“I arrived at Warriors Heart very depressed and suicidal. I was accepted and cared for by everyone from day one. I didn’t feel like a patient, I felt like part of the family. I have transformed from a miserable man to a person with inner happiness. I have never been this happy in my life. Warriors Heart saved my life!!”
“I came to this program apprehensive, unable to admit my addiction. I felt alone for almost 19 years in a military where addiction and mental health were taboo topics. I spiralled out of control nearly losing my family, career, and my life. I came to Warriors Heart defeated and vulnerable. I was surrounded by a community of Warriors that allowed me to come out of my hole and remove the anchors caused by trauma and addiction. I came here to find the old me, but through the program found a new and better me. I owe my career, family, and my life to this program and will be ever indebted to Warriors Heart.”
FAQ
How long is treatment?
The residential program is 42 days. That’s what the research supports for lasting recovery from alcohol and substance use. Some warriors stay longer to take advantage of our additional programming. We’ll talk through what makes sense for you.
What if I'm already sober?
Our residential program is designed for veterans who are currently using drugs or alcohol. If you’re already sober and looking for continued support, we can point you toward the right level of care. Just call and we’ll talk it through. (866) 838-2332
Do you take my insurance?
We accept Tricare, VA Community Care, BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, UHC, and most major plans. Call to verify your specific coverage. (866) 838-2332