Ohio State Veterans Homes (Long-Term Care)
Residential nursing care and domiciliary living at state-run veterans homes in Sandusky and Georgetown at reduced cost.
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Healthcare — Ohio
- Who it's for
- Veterans
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Where it applies
- Ohio
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Ohio State Veterans Homes (Long-Term Care)?
Ohio State Veterans Homes (Long-Term Care) is a Ohio healthcare benefit for veterans. Residential nursing care and domiciliary living at state-run veterans homes in Sandusky and Georgetown at reduced cost.
Who qualifies
- Available to any veteran
- Honorable discharge required
- Ohio residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Service during a recognized armed conflict; honorable discharge; Ohio resident/citizen for at least 1 year (lifetime, not necessarily continuous).
What Ohio State Veterans Homes (Long-Term Care) covers
Facilities
Sandusky (427-bed nursing home plus 216-bed domiciliary for independent living, with standard care, memory care, and skilled care) and Georgetown (168-bed nursing home with memory care unit for dementia).
Covers
Skilled nursing/domiciliary care at significantly reduced cost compared to private facilities.
How to apply for Ohio State Veterans Homes (Long-Term Care)
How to apply
Contact the Ohio Department of Veterans Services at 877-OHIO-VET (877-644-6838), Sandusky admissions (567) 998-3680, or Georgetown admissions (937) 378-2905.
Verified information & sources
Last verified: May 12, 2026
Official source: dvs.ohio.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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