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Nursing Facilities | Rhode Island Veterans Home

480 Metacom Avenue, Bristol, RI 02809

US veterans: Honorable discharge; Veterans with 90-days (active) service during wartime; RI resident for 2 consecutive years prior to date of application OR joined the service from RI; Veteran may not have active psychosis or substance addiction or diagnosis of a contagious or infectious disease.
DD-214. Medical records from Primary Care Physician (at least 2 previous years). Copy of Guardianship or Power of Attorney for Health Care/Finances forms if applicable.
Office: Mon-Fri 8:00AM-5:00PM
401-253-8000

Voice - Main Phone

https://www.vets.ri.gov/includes/benefits/counseling/rivh.php

Application/ end of life admission forms available online or in person.

Cost is 80% of adjusted net income

Statewide

Description

The Rhode Island Veterans Home is a 110-acre complex on Mount Hope Bay in Bristol. The home provides quality nursing and residential care to Rhode Island war veterans. Some of the services provided include social, medical, nursing and rehabilitative services. Approximately 208 beds. Assisted living and nursing care, including secure units (Alzheimer's care) and palliative care. X-ray, dental, and pharmacy services, physical therapy and occupational therapy, psych services, transportation to PVAMC. Rehabilitation Services includes physical and occupational therapy. Social Services includes individual and group therapy and specialized support groups. Transitional Services include short-term stays in dorms or a more intensive Transitional Supportive Program for homeless veterans. Activities and Services for Residents include movies, crafts, card games, bingo, birthday parties, cookouts and day trips. Religious Services are also available. In addition to the Veterans Home buildings, the facilities include a library, gift shop, cafe, bank, barbershop, and beautician. The Veterans Home has an active Family Council that is open to family members. They meet monthly to discuss common issues and concerns affecting the residents of the home.

Providing organization

Department of Human Services Administrative Offices

The RI Department of Human Services (DHS) is an organization As an agency committed to access and achievement, the vision for the Rhode Island Department of Human Services (DHS) is that all Rhode Islanders have the opportunity to thrive at home, work and in the community. DHS works hand-in-hand with community partners and resources throughout our great State to deliver critical benefits, supports and services to more than 300,000 families, adults, children, older adults, individuals with disabilities and veterans every year. We are part of the solution to end poverty and food insecurity and we make a lasting, positive impact on the State’s health and future. More specifically, DHS strives to guarantee: -Families are strong, productive, healthy, and independent. -Adults are healthy and reach their maximum potential. -Children are safe, healthy, ready to learn and reach their full potential. -Child Care providers deliver high quality education services. -Older Adults and Seniors and individuals with disabilities receive all necessary services to enhance their quality of life. -Veterans are cared for and honored. DHS believes in continuous improvement. We have guiding principles and a strategic plan with strategies to help us operate as efficiently as possible and always support the whole family through a variety of programs: Child Care, Energy and Water Assistance Programs, General Public Assistance, Long-Term Services and Supports, Medicaid/Medicare Programs, Refugee Assistance Program, RI Works Program, SSI State Supplemental Payment, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).