Kansas State Veterans Homes
Skilled nursing, memory care, and domiciliary care at state veterans homes in Fort Dodge and Winfield.
State BenefitKansasHealthcare
Verified September 30, 2026 against kovs.ks.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Healthcare — Kansas
- Who it's for
- Veterans, Spouses, Survivors
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Where it applies
- Kansas
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
What is Kansas State Veterans Homes?
Kansas State Veterans Homes is a Kansas healthcare benefit for veterans, spouses, survivors. Skilled nursing, memory care, and domiciliary care at state veterans homes in Fort Dodge and Winfield.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Spouses
- Survivors
- Available to any veteran
- Kansas residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Honorable discharge with at least 90 days of active service, including at least one day during a recognized wartime period; physician documentation of need for 24-hour skilled nursing care. Kansas residents receive preference. Spouses, surviving spouses, and Gold Star Parents may qualify on a space-available basis.
What Kansas State Veterans Homes covers
Covers
Skilled nursing, Alzheimer's/dementia/memory care, domiciliary care, and cottage living. Costs are offset by VA per diem and resident's ability to pay; veterans rated 70%+ SC pay no resident fees.
Locations
Fort Dodge (Kansas Soldiers' Home) and Winfield (Kansas Veterans' Home).
How to apply for Kansas State Veterans Homes
How to apply
Contact the Kansas Office of Veterans Services.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
- Official source
- kovs.ks.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 Kansas State Veterans Homes
Who qualifies for Kansas State Veterans Homes?
Kansas State Veterans Homes is for Veterans, Spouses, Survivors; available to any veteran; kansas residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
How do I apply for Kansas State Veterans 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 Kansas State Veterans 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.