Colorado Veterans Community Living Centers
Long-term skilled nursing care, rehabilitation, and respite care at five state veterans facilities.
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Healthcare — Colorado
- Who it's for
- Veterans, Spouses, Survivors
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Where it applies
- Colorado
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Colorado Veterans Community Living Centers?
Colorado Veterans Community Living Centers is a Colorado healthcare benefit for veterans, spouses, survivors. Long-term skilled nursing care, rehabilitation, and respite care at five state veterans facilities.
Who qualifies
- Available to any veteran
- Honorable discharge required
- Colorado residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Honorably discharged veterans, their spouses/widows, and Gold Star parents of service members who died while serving. Colorado residency required.
What Colorado Veterans Community Living Centers covers
Covers
Long-term skilled nursing care, short-term rehabilitation, domiciliary/assisted living, respite care, and hospice services. Five facilities: Aurora (Fitzsimons), Florence (Bruce McCandless), Homelake (Monte Vista), Rifle, and Walsenburg (Spanish Peaks). Accepts Medicaid, VA per diem, and private pay.
How to apply for Colorado Veterans Community Living Centers
How to apply
Contact the individual VCLC directly.
Verified information & sources
Last verified: May 12, 2026
Official source: cdhs.colorado.gov
Compiled and fact-checked against the official source linked above. Benefit rules and dollar amounts change over time — always confirm current details at the official source before applying. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) is a free, accredited advocate who can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
Frequently asked questions about Colorado Veterans Community Living Centers
Who qualifies for Colorado Veterans Community Living Centers?▾
How do I apply for Colorado Veterans Community Living Centers?▾
Where can I verify Colorado Veterans Community Living Centers?▾
See every benefit you qualify for in Colorado
Get a personalized list of federal, state, and local veteran benefits based on your service history, disability rating, and Colorado residency — in under 2 minutes.
Find My Colorado Benefits