Delaware Veterans Home (Skilled Nursing Care)
Long-term skilled nursing care at the 144-bed state facility in Milford; free for veterans rated 70%+ by the VA.
State BenefitDelawareHealthcare
Verified September 30, 2026 against vethome.delaware.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Healthcare — Delaware
- Who it's for
- Veterans, Spouses
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Where it applies
- Delaware
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
What is Delaware Veterans Home (Skilled Nursing Care)?
Delaware Veterans Home (Skilled Nursing Care) is a Delaware healthcare benefit for veterans, spouses. Long-term skilled nursing care at the 144-bed state facility in Milford; free for veterans rated 70%+ by the VA.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Spouses
- Available to any veteran
- Delaware residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Delaware resident for at least 1 year; served at least 180 days on active duty (not just training) or Reserve/Guard member eligible for retirement pay at age 60; must require nursing home-level care; must be Medicaid-eligible or able to pay. 2026 Delaware Medicaid long-term care single-applicant income limit is $2,485/month (asset limit $2,000).
What Delaware Veterans Home (Skilled Nursing Care) covers
Covers
Full skilled nursing care at 144-bed facility in Milford. DVH does not bill veterans rated 70% or higher by the VA. Spouses may be admitted but must cover costs through private pay or Medicaid.
How to apply for Delaware Veterans Home (Skilled Nursing Care)
How to apply
Contact admissions at (302) 424-8572.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
- Official source
- vethome.delaware.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.
How VetUnlock verifies benefitsFrequently asked questions about Delaware Veterans Home (Skilled Nursing Care)
Who qualifies for Delaware Veterans Home (Skilled Nursing Care)?
Delaware Veterans Home (Skilled Nursing Care) is for Veterans, Spouses; available to any veteran; delaware residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
How do I apply for Delaware Veterans Home (Skilled Nursing Care)?
Apply through the official source linked on this page. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
Where can I verify Delaware Veterans Home (Skilled Nursing Care)?
Benefit rules and dollar amounts change, so always confirm current details at the official source linked on this page. A free, accredited county or state Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can also verify your eligibility and help you apply.