John L. Levitow Health Care Center

The John L. Levitow Health Care Center, located at 287 West Street in Rocky Hill, Connecticut, stands as a proud symbol of the state's commitment to its veteran community. Operated by the State of Connecticut, this skilled nursing facility is part of the Connecticut Veterans Home campus—one of the few state-run residential care communities in New England dedicated specifically to serving the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Named in honor of John L. Levitow, a Connecticut native and Medal of Honor recipient who served with distinction in Vietnam, the center carries a name that resonates deeply with its residents and staff alike. The facility provides comprehensive skilled nursing services including 24-hour clinical care, rehabilitative therapy, and specialized support for veterans managing service-connected conditions. The campus sits on West Street in Rocky Hill, a location that offers both natural beauty and excellent medical access. Dinosaur State Park—a nationally recognized paleontological preserve—is just steps away, giving residents a serene green corridor right outside their doors. Hartford Hospital and St. Francis Medical Center, both premier healthcare institutions, are roughly ten miles north in Hartford, ensuring robust specialist and emergency care for veterans with complex medical needs. The Department of Veterans Affairs Connecticut Healthcare System (VA Connecticut), headquartered in West Haven, also maintains coordination pathways for veterans receiving ongoing VA benefits and services. Rocky Hill's Connecticut River waterfront, the historic Rocky Hill-Glastonbury Ferry, and the quiet residential character of the surrounding neighborhood all contribute to a dignified, peaceful living environment. The State of Connecticut manages this facility with a mission of honoring veterans through respectful, high-quality care—a commitment reflected in every aspect of daily life at the Levitow Center.