Oklahoma State Veterans Centers (Long-Term Nursing Care)
Long-term skilled nursing care at seven state-run veterans facilities statewide, including memory care at select locations.
Who qualifies
- Available to any veteran
- Oklahoma residency
Details
Eligibility
Veteran requiring long-term skilled nursing care. Admission based on medical necessity and wartime service. Federally approved by the VA and licensed by the Oklahoma State Department of Health.
Covers
Long-term skilled nursing care at seven state-operated facilities (Ardmore, Claremore, Clinton, Lawton, Norman, Sallisaw, Sulphur), including memory care units at select locations (currently Claremore and Lawton). Cost is not fully free; the veteran pays a share based on income, with VA payments helping defray costs.
How to apply
Contact the Admissions Office: Candice McIntire at 405-523-4092 or candice.mcintire@odva.ok.gov.
Always confirm current rates and rules with the Oklahoma state agency before applying.
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