What has been your experience with VA Nursing Homes?

2015-07-03T15:58:40-04:00

Hey everyone. This week my grandmother passed away at the age of 87 years old. She led a great life and it was a nice few days of remembrance for someone who has given so much to so many others. Well, now it is time to focus in on my grandfather who will not be able to function in their home a lone. My family has been looking for some information about the VA nursing home. We are in the beginning of researching this information and I thought I would turn to the RP family for any help.

My grandpa is a World War II veteran.

Again, we are very early in our research process and thought perhaps someone can give us some inside perspective on this.

As always, thanks in advance.

Response by MAJ Danny Clark made Jul 3 at 2015 4:04 PM

2015-07-03T16:04:15-04:00

My Dad spent his final years in the VA Soldiers Home in Matshalltown. He was senile and was dying from a lung condition. Dad passed in 2005. My family will forever be grateful for the respect and loving care he received.

Response by CAPT Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 3 at 2015 4:11 PM

2015-07-03T16:11:48-04:00

What part of the country are you in? You should be able do some significant research at http://www.va.gov and just using Google.

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Response by SSG Matthew Katz made Jul 7 at 2015 9:00 PM

2015-07-07T21:00:54-04:00

State Soldiers homes vary state to state, some are better than others. The one here in western Mass is amazing.

Response by PFC Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 21 at 2016 4:37 AM

2016-04-21T04:37:37-04:00

nice

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 16 at 2017 7:38 AM

2017-12-16T07:38:19-05:00

Hi Nate--I'm really sorry to hear about your grandmother. Not sure if it might be of any use, but I just posted an article we put out on nursing home decisions/decision-making; which might be of use to your grandfather. http://prismhealthadvocates.com/de-mystifying-the-hunt-for-assisted-living-when-and-how-to-choose-the-right-facility/ While its not specifically focused on military nursing homes, the decision-making process is pretty similar. We're also always happy to do a free 30min discussion/consultation and might be able to come up with some suggestions for you guys: + [login to see]

De-mystifying the Hunt For Assisted Living: When and How to Choose the Right Facility - Prism