Indiana Veterans Home

The Indiana Veterans Home, located at 3851 N. River Road in West Lafayette, Indiana, stands as one of the nation's oldest continuously operating state veterans care facilities, proudly serving Indiana's military veterans since 1896. Operated by the Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs, the Indiana Veterans Home provides skilled nursing, residential, and domiciliary care exclusively to eligible Indiana veterans, ensuring those who served our country receive the dignity, respect, and professional care they have earned. Set along the scenic Wabash River in Tippecanoe County, the campus occupies a historically rich and naturally beautiful setting. The grounds carry deep significance — the facility's history is intertwined with the region's storied military heritage, and the nearby Tippecanoe Battlefield in the small community of Battle Ground, just north of West Lafayette, provides a meaningful and resonant connection to Indiana's role in American history. The Wabash River Trail winds through the area, offering peaceful outdoor spaces that residents and their families cherish. West Lafayette's character as the home of Purdue University brings consistent volunteer engagement, cultural programming, and a strong sense of civic pride to the community. Indiana University Health Arnett Hospital in neighboring Lafayette provides acute care and specialty medical services for residents with complex health needs, while Franciscan Health Lafayette offers additional hospital resources within easy reach. As a state-operated facility, the Indiana Veterans Home upholds rigorous standards set by the Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs. Staff members — including skilled nurses, social workers, recreational therapists, and benefits coordinators — are committed to the unique physical, psychological, and social needs of the veteran population. On-site benefits navigation and VA claims assistance help residents and families access the full range of federal and state support they are entitled to. For Indiana veterans and their families, the Indiana Veterans Home is more than a care community — it is a place built on honor, shared service, and the enduring promise that Indiana keeps to those who answered the call.