State Benefit·South Dakota·🏥Healthcare

Michael J. Fitzmaurice State Veterans Home (Hot Springs)

Residential care for eligible veterans and spouses at the state Veterans Home in Hot Springs.

Verified May 12, 2026againstvetaffairs.sd.gov

At a glance

Benefit type
Healthcare — South Dakota
Who it's for
Veterans, Spouses, Survivors
VA rating needed
No rating requirement
Where it applies
South Dakota
Last verified
May 12, 2026

What is Michael J. Fitzmaurice State Veterans Home (Hot Springs)?

Michael J. Fitzmaurice State Veterans Home (Hot Springs) is a South Dakota healthcare benefit for veterans, spouses, survivors. Residential care for eligible veterans and spouses at the state Veterans Home in Hot Springs.

Who qualifies

VeteransSpousesSurvivors
  • Available to any veteran
  • Honorable discharge required
  • South Dakota residency

How to apply

Apply through the official South Dakota agency.

Open application

Who is eligible

Eligibility

Honorable discharge from qualifying military service. SD resident at any time in the five years before the date of application. Income must not exceed $1,000 above the VA Pension rate. Spouses must have been married and living together with the veteran for at least one year before application. Surviving spouses must be at least 60 years old and have been married to the veteran for at least one year before death.

What Michael J. Fitzmaurice State Veterans Home (Hot Springs) covers

Covers

Residential care for veterans and eligible spouses.

How to apply for Michael J. Fitzmaurice State Veterans Home (Hot Springs)

How to apply

Applications processed by the County or Tribal Veterans Service Officer. Contact the Admissions Specialist at (605) 745-5127.

Verified information & sources

Last verified: May 12, 2026

Official source: vetaffairs.sd.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.

Frequently asked questions about Michael J. Fitzmaurice State Veterans Home (Hot Springs)

Who qualifies for Michael J. Fitzmaurice State Veterans Home (Hot Springs)?
Michael J. Fitzmaurice State Veterans Home (Hot Springs) is for Veterans, Spouses, Survivors; available to any veteran; south dakota residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
How do I apply for Michael J. Fitzmaurice State Veterans Home (Hot Springs)?
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 Michael J. Fitzmaurice State Veterans Home (Hot Springs)?
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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