Sgt. John L. Levitow Healthcare Center (Skilled Nursing)
State-operated skilled nursing facility for veterans needing 24/7 clinical care for acute and chronic conditions.
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Healthcare — Connecticut
- Who it's for
- Veterans
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Where it applies
- Connecticut
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Sgt. John L. Levitow Healthcare Center (Skilled Nursing)?
Sgt. John L. Levitow Healthcare Center (Skilled Nursing) is a Connecticut healthcare benefit for veterans. State-operated skilled nursing facility for veterans needing 24/7 clinical care for acute and chronic conditions.
Who qualifies
- Available to any veteran
- Connecticut residency
What Sgt. John L. Levitow Healthcare Center (Skilled Nursing) covers
Overview
Eligibility (per DVA Skilled Nursing Facility page): The page describes the facility as a Connecticut Department of Public Health-licensed Skilled Nursing Facility serving veterans with acute and chronic conditions requiring daily medical management. Detailed eligibility criteria (honorable discharge, CT residency, active-duty days) are not enumerated on the public page — applicants must submit the admission application (PDF) and contact the Admissions Office for current eligibility requirements.
Covers
Long-term skilled nursing care for conditions including cancer, cardiac disease, COPD, dementia, stroke, diabetes, Parkinson's disease, and multiple sclerosis. Holds Medicare's 5-star rating and is annually certified as a State Veterans Home by the federal VA.
How to apply for Sgt. John L. Levitow Healthcare Center (Skilled Nursing)
How to apply
Download the admission application from the DVA page and submit to the Admissions Office. Address: 287 West Street, Rocky Hill, CT 06067. Phone: (860) 616-3708. Email: HCC.DVA@ct.gov. Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Verified information & sources
Last verified: May 12, 2026
Official source: portal.ct.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.
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