Veterans Services
Bemidji Veterans Home
What are the eligibility requirements for living at the Bemidji Veterans Home?
Individuals must demonstrate a medical or clinical need for admission and be:
- Discharged under honorable conditions from any branch of the U.S. armed forces and is a current resident of Minnesota, who served 181 consecutive days on active duty, unless discharged earlier because of disability incurred in the line of duty. Defined in Minnesota Statute 197.447
- The spouse of an eligible Veteran who is at least 55 years old and meets residency requirements.
Residents contribute to the cost of their care according to their means. Additional information can be found by contacting the Bemidji Veterans Home Admissions Team.
Learn more about Resident admissions and access the Application Form.
MN Department of Veterans Affairs
Contact Information
920 Anne Street N.W.
Bemidji, MN 56601
Phone: 218-364-8900
Toll-free: 833-886-0563
Fax: 218-755-3010
Admissions Email: NewHomesAdmissions@state.mn.us
General Information Email: BemidjiVeteransHome.MDVA@state.mn.us
Admissions: 218-364-8902
Administrator Kevin Gish: 218-364-8906
Public Affairs Maryhelen Chadwick: 218-364-8908
Volunteer Service Coordinator: 218-364-8908
Director of Nursing: 218-364-8922