Rhode Island Veterans Home
The Rhode Island Veterans Home (RIVH) serves as a testament to our state’s appreciation for all the men and women who honorably served in the United States military. Rebuilt from the ground up in 2017, the Home provides housing and care for Rhode Island’s Wartime Veterans, and it is located on the same 100 -acre parcel that has served as the home for Rhode Island’s Veterans since 1890.
The Veterans Home is designed for improved Person-Centered Care in a community-based model. The Home is built upon the premise of interconnected service and accessibility for Veterans and their visiting families. The design concept focuses around six “neighborhoods,” which are groups of resident housing, providing a closer and more personal sense of community. This community living design creates a home for residents and leads to more meaningful and fulfilling lives, as well as ensuring a relationship-rich living environment.
The mission of the Veterans Home continues to be the delivery of high-quality nursing care, responsiveness to resident health and safety needs, and the commitment to providing the highest quality of life for Rhode Island’s military heroes.
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The RI Veterans Home Delivers a Comprehensive Suite of Medical Services
Our continuum of care offers seamless and coordinated healthcare services, enabling the Veterans Home to meet evolving medical needs and deliver personalized attention and support to each resident.
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Living arrangements include private bedrooms and bathrooms, ranging from dormitory-style housing to fully skilled nursing care
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A dedicated Memory Care Neighborhood, consisting of 32 private rooms.
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Comprehensive 24-hour nursing and CNA care are provided. Four full-time doctors are available to meet the needs of each resident.
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On-site medical services include physical and occupational therapy, an aquatic therapeutic pool, a dental clinic, podiatry care, lab and X-ray facilities, and a pharmacy.
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Dedicated social work services to assist with personal and family needs
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Free transportation to the Providence VA Medical Center (PVAMC) for specialized appointments.
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Qualified VA benefit counselors are onsite to assist residents in accessing all available Veteran benefits.
On-site Amenities include:
Bistro Café
Bank
Barber/Beauty shop
Gym
Library
Cable television
Computer and internet access
and more
Eligibility:
Rhode Island Veterans of all ages are eligible, provided they served during wartime, were honorably discharged, and either enlisted from Rhode Island or have been a resident of the state for at least two years. The wait time for admission is determined by the date of application completion.
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Honorable discharge.
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Veterans with 90-days (active) service during wartime.
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RI resident for 2 consecutive years prior to date of application OR joined the service from RI.
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The Rhode Island Veterans Home will accept any Veteran we are licensed to accept, however, the Medical Director has the authority to approve or disapprove any Veteran's diagnosis for admission to the Home. Admission to the Rhode Island Veterans Home is voluntary.
Residents contribute to their care based on their financial means, with costs typically set at 80% of adjusted net income. This approach ensures that all eligible veterans have access to the care they deserve, regardless of their financial situation.
How To Apply:
1. Download Application Forms: Access the necessary forms here
2. Gather Required Documentation: Ensure you have your DD-214, medical records from the past two years, and any applicable guardianship or power of attorney documents.
3. Submit Application: Completed applications and supporting documents can be submitted via mail or in-person at the Rhode Island Veterans Home.
Please note, we are not a Medicare or Medicaid facility, which offers certain financial advantages to our residents.
For help with the application process or to learn more, please call us at (401) 253-8000 to speak with a representative.
Contact Info
RI Veterans' Home
401-253-8000
480 Metacom Ave
Bristol, RI 02809
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