State Benefit·Mississippi·🏥Healthcare

Mississippi State Veterans Homes

Skilled nursing and domiciliary care at five state-run veterans homes across Mississippi.

Verified May 12, 2026againstmsva.ms.gov

At a glance

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

What is Mississippi State Veterans Homes?

Mississippi State Veterans Homes is a Mississippi healthcare benefit for veterans, spouses, survivors. Skilled nursing and domiciliary care at five state-run veterans homes across Mississippi.

Who qualifies

VeteransSpousesSurvivors
  • Available to any veteran
  • Mississippi residency

How to apply

Apply through the official Mississippi agency.

Open application

Who is eligible

Eligibility

Must be or have been a Mississippi resident. Active duty in the Armed Forces with other-than-dishonorable discharge. DD-214 required.

What Mississippi State Veterans Homes covers

Locations

Collins, Jackson, Kosciusko, Oxford, Tradition (Biloxi area, opened April 11, 2025).

Veterans rated 70%+ service-connected disability: no daily charge. Other veterans: $85/day (effective July 1, 2024).

Peacetime veterans, spouses, and veteran widows/widowers admitted if space permits.

Verified information & sources

Last verified: May 12, 2026

Official source: msva.ms.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 Mississippi State Veterans Homes

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

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