Nebraska Veterans' Homes
State-operated long-term care facilities for veterans in Bellevue, Norfolk, Kearney, and Scottsbluff.
State BenefitNebraskaHealthcare
Verified September 30, 2026 against veterans.nebraska.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Healthcare — Nebraska
- Who it's for
- Veterans, Spouses, Survivors
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Where it applies
- Nebraska
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
What is Nebraska Veterans' Homes?
Nebraska Veterans' Homes is a Nebraska healthcare benefit for veterans, spouses, survivors. State-operated long-term care facilities for veterans in Bellevue, Norfolk, Kearney, and Scottsbluff.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Spouses
- Survivors
- Available to any veteran
- Nebraska residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Veteran who served on active duty with honorable or general discharge, OR a Nebraska National Guard member with active duty training. Must have lived in Nebraska for at least two years during their lifetime. Spouses, surviving spouses, and Gold Star spouses/parents also eligible. No age requirement.
What Nebraska Veterans' Homes covers
Covers
Skilled nursing care and residential care. Member contribution is on a sliding scale from $0 to $5,549/month based on income and assets.
Locations
Bellevue, Norfolk, Kearney, Scottsbluff.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
- Official source
- veterans.nebraska.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 Nebraska Veterans' Homes
Who qualifies for Nebraska Veterans' Homes?
Nebraska Veterans' Homes is for Veterans, Spouses, Survivors; available to any veteran; nebraska residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
How do I apply for Nebraska 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 Nebraska 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.