Washington State Veterans Homes
24-hour skilled nursing care at four state-run facilities for veterans and eligible family members.
Who qualifies
- Available to any veteran
- Honorable discharge required
- Washington residency
Details
Eligibility
Served in any branch of U.S. Armed Forces, including National Guard. Honorable discharge (or VA-benefit-eligible). Washington state resident. Spouses, surviving spouses (widows/widowers), and Gold Star parents who lost a child in service are also eligible.
Covers
24-hour nursing care, medical care, pharmacy services, physical/occupational therapy, recreational activities, social services, hospice, meals, laundry, and transportation at four state-run facilities: Washington Soldiers Home (Orting), Washington Veterans Home (Port Orchard/Retsil), Spokane Veterans Home, and Walla Walla Veterans Home. Payment accepted through Medicare, Medicaid, third-party insurance, and private pay. Veterans rated 70-100% service-connected may have nursing care covered by federal VA.
Always confirm current rates and rules with the Washington state agency before applying.
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