The Idaho Division of Veterans Services runs four veterans homes offering skilled nursing care to veterans and their spouses: Pocatello with 66 beds, Boise with 80 beds, Lewiston with 66 beds and Post Falls with 64 beds. They provide skilled nursing care, physical, occupational and speech therapies, a physical therapy center, recreational and social activities, a dining room, common areas and religious services.
Complete the Idaho State Veterans Home admission application and submit it with your proof of eligibility to the home you want. For help, contact the Idaho Division of Veterans Services at 208-780-1300, or call the home directly: Pocatello 208-235-7838, Boise 208-780-1616, Lewiston 208-750-3683, Post Falls 208-415-3434.
Your DD214 showing at least 90 days of active duty and an honorable discharge, medical documentation that you need skilled nursing care, proof you are an Idaho resident, your VA pension and Aid and Attendance application or award, and a marriage certificate if you are applying as a spouse.
