Minnesota Veterans Homes
Skilled nursing care at eight state-operated facilities for veterans and eligible spouses.
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Healthcare — Minnesota
- Who it's for
- Veterans, Spouses
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Where it applies
- Minnesota
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Minnesota Veterans Homes?
Minnesota Veterans Homes is a Minnesota healthcare benefit for veterans, spouses. Skilled nursing care at eight state-operated facilities for veterans and eligible spouses.
Who qualifies
- Available to any veteran
- Honorable discharge required
- Minnesota residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Must require skilled nursing care. Honorable discharge. 181+ consecutive days active duty. Minnesota resident. Spouses age 55+ of eligible veterans also qualify.
What Minnesota Veterans Homes covers
Locations
Bemidji, Fergus Falls, Hastings, Luverne, Minneapolis, Montevideo, Preston, Silver Bay (eight homes statewide).
Financial obligation calculated based on assets, income, and service connection.
Verified information & sources
Last verified: May 12, 2026
Official source: mn.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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