NC State Veterans Homes (Skilled Nursing Care)
Skilled nursing care at 5 state veterans homes across North Carolina for eligible veterans.
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About this benefit
Eligibility
Veteran who served on active duty (other than training) and was discharged under honorable conditions. Must have been a NC resident for at least 2 years immediately preceding application. Must be disabled by reason of age, disease, or other factor and require skilled nursing care. Non-veteran spouses, widows/widowers, and Gold Star Parents may also qualify (limited to 25% of beds).
Facilities
4 currently operating: Salisbury (99), Black Mountain (100), Kinston (100), Kernersville (120) -- 449 active beds total. Fayetteville (150 beds) is closed pending replacement due to structural deficiencies; 85 residents were relocated.
Costs are offset by VA per diem payments and the veteran's income; typically significantly less expensive than private nursing care.
Verified against official source
Last checked 2026-05-04 against www.milvets.nc.gov. Always confirm current rates and rules with the North Carolina state agency before applying.
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