State Benefit·Oklahoma·🏥Healthcare

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.

Verified May 12, 2026againstoklahoma.gov

At a glance

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

What is Oklahoma State Veterans Centers (Long-Term Nursing Care)?

Oklahoma State Veterans Centers (Long-Term Nursing Care) is a Oklahoma healthcare benefit for veterans. Long-term skilled nursing care at seven state-run veterans facilities statewide, including memory care at select locations.

Who qualifies

Veterans

Available to any veteran
Oklahoma residency

How to apply

Apply through the official Oklahoma agency.

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Who is eligible

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.

What Oklahoma State Veterans Centers (Long-Term Nursing Care) covers

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 for Oklahoma State Veterans Centers (Long-Term Nursing Care)

How to apply

Contact the Admissions Office: Candice McIntire at 405-523-4092 or candice.mcintire@odva.ok.gov.

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Verified information & sources

Last verified: May 12, 2026

Official source: oklahoma.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 Oklahoma State Veterans Centers (Long-Term Nursing Care)

Who qualifies for Oklahoma State Veterans Centers (Long-Term Nursing Care)?▾

Oklahoma State Veterans Centers (Long-Term Nursing Care) is for Veterans; available to any veteran; oklahoma residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.

How do I apply for Oklahoma State Veterans Centers (Long-Term Nursing Care)?▾

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 Oklahoma State Veterans Centers (Long-Term Nursing Care)?▾

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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