Skilled Nursing Facilities
The State of North Carolina is proud to offer two full-service, skilled nursing facilities for veterans. One is located adjacent to the VA Medical Center in Fayetteville and the other is on the W.G. Hefner Medical Center campus in Salisbury. Our Primary mission is to provide high quality nursing care to veterans, which will improve their quality of life. At the North Carolina State Veterans Nursing Homes, we know how to meet the special needs of veterans. Dedicated to excellence, our highly skilled professional staff provides exceptional care and activities to enrich individuals.
Each Facility Provides:
- Comfort and security, encourages independence, meets individual needs and emphasizes personal choice.
- Comfortable, spacious accommodations in an attractive environment.
- Care provided by registered nurses, licensed practical nurses and certified nursing assistants under the direction of licensed physicians.
- Registered dietician on staff.
- Experienced social workers to assist veterans and families.
- Veterans Service Officer to assist veterans and families in applying for VA Benefits.
- Licensed by the State of North Carolina and approved for Medicare, Medicaid and third party insurance.
- Complete team of therapists provide physical, occupational and speech therapy within the facility.
- Specially designed therapeutic recreational programs directed by activity personnel on each unit.
- Full range of in-house activities, community outings and programs involving local volunteer groups.
- Special programs throughout the year honoring veterans.
- Hospital care provided by either the VA Medical Centers or local hospitals.
Eligibility
We serve all qualified North Carolina veterans. The rate of payment is based on the actual cost of care and the individual's ability to pay using available resources.
To be eligible, a veteran must:
- Have served in the Armed Forces for other than training purposes.
- Have been discharged under honorable conditions from the United States Armed Forces.
- Have resided in the State of North Carolina 24 months prior to be date of application.
- Be referred by a licensed physician and be in need of skilled nursing care.
For information about the State Veterans Nursing Homes or assistance with the admission process, please refer to the following:
Fayetteville Location
NC State Veterans Home
214 Cochran Avenue
Fayetteville, NC 28301
Telephone: 910-482-4131
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Salisbury Location
NC State Veterans Home
W.G. Hefner Medical Center
1601 Brenner Avenue, Building #10
Salisbury, NC 28145
Telephone: 704-638-4200 ext. 204
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 599
Salisbury, NC 28145
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