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Florida State Veterans Nursing Homes

Skilled nursing care at 8 state-run facilities and assisted living at the Lake City domiciliary. Total program capacity ~1,102 beds.

Verified May 12, 2026againstfloridavets.org

At a glance

Benefit type: Healthcare — Florida
Who it's for: Veterans, Spouses, Survivors
VA rating needed: No rating requirement
Where it applies: Florida
Last verified: May 12, 2026

What is Florida State Veterans Nursing Homes?

Florida State Veterans Nursing Homes is a Florida healthcare benefit for veterans, spouses, survivors. Skilled nursing care at 8 state-run facilities and assisted living at the Lake City domiciliary. Total program capacity ~1,102 beds.

Who qualifies

VeteransSpousesSurvivors

Available to any veteran
Honorable discharge required
Florida residency

How to apply

Apply through the official Florida agency.

Open application

Who is eligible

Eligibility

Wartime veteran with honorable discharge; Florida resident for 1 year immediately preceding application; certified need for nursing home or assisted living care by a VA physician. Spouses and surviving spouses are also eligible at lower priority.

What Florida State Veterans Nursing Homes covers

Covers

Skilled nursing care at 8 named facilities:

- Emory L. Bennett State Veterans' Nursing Home (Daytona Beach)

- Alwyn C. Cashe State Veterans' Nursing Home (Orlando)

- Baldomero Lopez State Veterans' Nursing Home (Land O' Lakes)

- Alexander "Sandy" Nininger State Veterans' Nursing Home (Pembroke Pines)

- Clifford C. Sims State Veterans' Nursing Home (Panama City)

- Douglas T. Jacobson State Veterans' Nursing Home (Port Charlotte)

- Ardie R. Copas State Veterans' Nursing Home (Port St. Lucie)

- Clyde E. Lassen State Veterans' Nursing Home (St. Augustine)

Assisted living at the Robert H. Jenkins, Jr. State Veterans' Domiciliary Home in Lake City (150 beds). Total program capacity ~1,102 beds. Costs offset by VA per diem.

How to apply for Florida State Veterans Nursing Homes

How to apply

Application packet available from FDVA.

Open application Verify at official source

Verified information & sources

Last verified: May 12, 2026

Official source: floridavets.org

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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Frequently asked questions about Florida State Veterans Nursing Homes

Who qualifies for Florida State Veterans Nursing Homes?▾

Florida State Veterans Nursing Homes is for Veterans, Spouses, Survivors; available to any veteran; florida residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.

How do I apply for Florida State Veterans Nursing Homes?▾

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 Florida State Veterans Nursing Homes?▾

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.

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