State Benefit·Minnesota·🏥Healthcare

Minnesota Veterans Homes

Skilled nursing care at eight state-operated facilities for veterans and eligible spouses.

Verified May 12, 2026againstmn.gov

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

VeteransSpouses
  • Available to any veteran
  • Honorable discharge required
  • Minnesota residency

How to apply

Apply through the official Minnesota agency.

Open application

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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Frequently asked questions about Minnesota Veterans Homes

Who qualifies for Minnesota Veterans Homes?
Minnesota Veterans Homes is for Veterans, Spouses; available to any veteran; minnesota residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
How do I apply for Minnesota 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 Minnesota 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.

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