Paradise House
4200 Paradise Street
Vernon, TX 76385
Phone: (940)553-4288
The Paradise House is a large residence at 4200 Paradise Street in Vernon, Texas. Before North Texas State Hospital obtained the residence, it was originally constructed as a group home for I.D.D clients of Lubbock State School. When that program discontinued, the home was closed. Rep. Rick Hardcastle worked with the CEO of North Texas State Hospital, Jim Smith, and other mental health/mental retardation officials in Austin to obtain the house. It was a success, now, with much hard work by many, the home is used weekly by families visiting loved ones at North Texas State Hospital.
Family living centers, much like the Paradise House, are common at state hospitals in Texas. Due to the size of the state and the distance families must travel to visit family members who are receiving care at NTSH, assistance in overnight stays is a welcome and needed service. The Vernon Campus of NTSH is unique because it serves patients from throughout Texas and family members must travel extraordinary distances to visit with loved ones.
Paradise House is the only off-campus living center at a state hospital in Texas.
Facts about the Paradise House
- Location: 4200 Paradise Street, Vernon, TX
- Six Bedrooms, each sharing a bath
- Fully ADA/Handicapped accessible
- Kitchen, dining & laundry facilities
- Staffed by NTSH employees 24/7
- Furnished by community support
- Coordinated by volunteers
- Available to meet family needs
For More Information
NTSH Community Relations:
(940)552-4195
Paradise House direct line:
(940)553-4288
North Texas State Hospital
4730 College Drive
P.O. Box 2231
Vernon, TX 76385-2231
(940)552-9901
There is a $25 suggested donation for overnight stays. Any donation is appreciated, and your tax-deductible donation will help with the maintenance of the home. Checks may be made payable to the Volunteer Service Council for NTSH.
Reservations Required, as facility is available on first come-first serve basis.
Call (940) 553-4288 or (940) 552-4185 to make a reservation.
