Rhode Island Veterans Home (Long-Term Care)
Nursing and residential care at the Rhode Island Veterans Home in Bristol for eligible wartime veterans.
State BenefitRhode IslandHealthcare
Verified September 30, 2026 against vets.ri.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Healthcare — Rhode Island
- Who it's for
- Veterans
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Where it applies
- Rhode Island
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
What is Rhode Island Veterans Home (Long-Term Care)?
Rhode Island Veterans Home (Long-Term Care) is a Rhode Island healthcare benefit for veterans. Nursing and residential care at the Rhode Island Veterans Home in Bristol for eligible wartime veterans.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Available to any veteran
- Honorable discharge required
- Rhode Island residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Honorable discharge. Minimum 90 days active wartime service. RI resident for 2 consecutive years prior to application OR joined the service from RI. Care ranges from dormitory-style residential living to fully skilled nursing care, including a dedicated Memory Care Neighborhood.
What Rhode Island Veterans Home (Long-Term Care) covers
Location
480 Metacom Avenue, Bristol, RI 02809. Facility was rebuilt in 2017.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
- Official source
- vets.ri.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 Rhode Island Veterans Home (Long-Term Care)
Who qualifies for Rhode Island Veterans Home (Long-Term Care)?
Rhode Island Veterans Home (Long-Term Care) is for Veterans; available to any veteran; rhode island residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
How do I apply for Rhode Island Veterans Home (Long-Term 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 Rhode Island Veterans Home (Long-Term 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.