Delaware resident disabled Veterans may be eligible for a tax credit of 100% of their school district property tax. This credit may only be used against property taxes assessed on their primary residence.
Who qualifies
Veterans must meet the following requirements to be eligible: Legal resident of Delaware for the past three years; Receives compensation from the VA for a service-connected 100% total and permanent disability rating, or; Receives compensation from the VA at the 100% rate due to individual unemployability; Applications are due by April 30 th . Once approved Veterans do no need to reapply. Applicants must provide a copy of their driver’s license or state ID, documentation of their VA disability rating, a copy of their Social Security card and a completed to their County Assessment Office: Assessment Division 87 Read’s Way New Castle, DE 19720 Phone: 302-395-5520 Assessment Division 555 Bay Road Dover, DE 19901 Phone: 302-744-2401 Billing Services P.O. Box 589 Georgetown, DE 19947 Phone: 302-855-7871
How to apply
See the official source linked below for how to apply.
Deadline
Veterans must meet the following requirements to be eligible: Legal resident of Delaware for the past three years; Receives compensation from the VA for a service-connected 100% total and permanent disability rating, or; Receives compensation from the VA at the 100% rate due to individual unemployability; Applications are due by April 30 th .
Disabled Veterans School Tax Credit (100% / P&T / TDIU)
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A credit against 100% of non-vocational school district property tax on your primary residence, if your school district has authorized it.
Who qualifies
100% VA rating, or 100% compensation for P&T based on IU, and Delaware domicile for 3+ years. Cannot be combined with the Senior School Property Tax Credit.
How to apply
Apply to your county by April 30 (New Castle (302) 395-5520, Kent (302) 744-2401, Sussex (302) 855-7871).
Delaware resident retired service members are eligible for a military retired pay income tax exclusion of $12,500 of their military retired pay. Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) does not withhold taxes for state or local income tax, but it is reported annually on IRS Form 1099-R. All TSP distributions are subject to state taxes and early distributions may incur higher taxes.
Who qualifies
See the official source for full eligibility rules.
How to apply
See the official source linked below for how to apply.
Military disability retirement pay received as a pension, annuity or similar allowance for personal injury or sickness resulting from active service in the U.S. Armed Forces should not be included in taxable income. Some of the payments which are considered disability benefits include: Disability compensation and pension payments for disabilities paid to Veterans or their Families; Grants for homes designed for wheelchair living; Grants for motor vehicles for Veterans who lost their sight or the use of limbs, or; Benefits under a dependent-care assistance program; See for more information.
Who qualifies
See the official source for full eligibility rules.
How to apply
See the official source linked below for how to apply.
DIC is a tax-free monetary benefit paid to eligible survivors of military service members who died in the line of duty or eligible survivors of Veterans whose death resulted from a service-connected injury or disease.
Who qualifies
See the official source for full eligibility rules.
How to apply
See the official source linked below for how to apply.
Delaware State Taxes on Military Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP), Reserve Component Survivor Benefit Plan (RCSBP) and Retired Serviceman’s Family Protection Plan (RSFPP) Annuities
Delaware residents receiving survivor annuities who are 60 years old or older are eligible for a pension exclusion of up to $12,500. For residents under age 60 the exclusion amount is limited to $2,000. In addition, $2,000 may be excluded by survivors who have a permanent disability and their earned income in the taxable year is less than $2,500 and their adjusted gross income is $10,000 or less.
Who qualifies
See the official source for full eligibility rules.
How to apply
See the official source linked below for how to apply.
Veteran Indicator on Delaware Driver Licenses and ID Cards
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Delaware offers a free Veteran indicator on state driver licenses and ID cards for resident Veterans who received an honorable discharge from the U.S. Armed Forces. To apply Veterans must have a valid Delaware driver license or ID card and provide proof of military service at a Delaware Division of Motor Vehicle locations. Forms of proof (must be original): Military ID; NGB22; DD214; DD256; Honorable Discharge Certificate; Valid out-of-state driver license with Veteran designation
Who qualifies
See the official source for full eligibility rules.
How to apply
To apply Veterans must have a valid Delaware driver license or ID card and provide proof of military service at a Delaware Division of Motor Vehicle locations.
Disabled Veterans who have a specially adapted vehicle to accommodate their disability which was purchased or modified with funds from the VA are eligible for an exemption of registration fees (limited to one automobile).
Who qualifies
See the official source for full eligibility rules.
How to apply
See the official source linked below for how to apply.
Delaware offers 37 license plate designs to honor the service and sacrifice of eligible service members, Veterans, retired service members and family members for use on private passenger vehicles and trucks with a ¾ ton or smaller rated capacity. Applications for Delaware military and Veteran license plates can be made at any .
Who qualifies
See the official source for full eligibility rules.
How to apply
See the official source linked below for how to apply.
Purple Heart recipients are eligible for the Delaware Purple Heart license plate. Applicants are charged a $10 administrative fee for this license plate.
Who qualifies
Veterans who were awarded the Purple Heart are eligible. Surviving spouses may retain this license plate upon the death of the Veteran. Applicants will be required to provide official documentation as proof they were awarded the Purple Heart.
How to apply
See the official source linked below for how to apply.
Disabled Veterans are eligible for the Delaware Disabled American Veteran license plate. Applicants are charged a $10 administrative fee for this license plate.
Who qualifies
Veterans must have a service-connected disability (as determined by the VA) they received during a time of war or conflict. Surviving spouses may retain this license plate upon the death of the Veteran. Applicants will be required to provide official documentation from the VA that they have a service-connected disability.
How to apply
See the official source linked below for how to apply.
Delaware Honorably Discharged Military Veteran License Plates
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Honorably discharged Veterans are eligible for the Delaware Honorably Discharged Military Veteran license plates. Applicants are charged a $15 administrative fee for this license plate.
Who qualifies
To be eligible an applicant must have received an honorable discharge for service in the U.S. Armed Forces. Surviving spouses may retain this license plate upon the death of the retired service member. Veterans will be required to provide official documentation (DD214 or equivalent) to verify they received an honorable discharge.
How to apply
See the official source linked below for how to apply.
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Immediate family members of a service member who died while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces and received the are eligible for the Delaware Gold Star Family license plates. There is no fee for this license plate.
Who qualifies
Gold Star Family license plate may be issued to: Surviving spouse; Child, stepchild, adopted child; Parents, stepparents, foster parents (in loco parentis); Sibling, half sibling; Applicant must provide proof they were awarded the Gold Star Lapel Button when they apply.
How to apply
Gold Star Family license plate may be issued to: Surviving spouse; Child, stepchild, adopted child; Parents, stepparents, foster parents (in loco parentis); Sibling, half sibling; Applicant must provide proof they were awarded the Gold Star Lapel Button when they apply.
Delaware offers a Disabled American Veteran specialty plate ($10 fee per the DMV specialty-plate list). A combined DV/special-parking version allows disabled parking.
Delaware Hunting, Trapping and Fishing License Exemption for Disabled Veterans
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The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control, Division of Fish and Wildlife will issue an exemption from hunting, trapping and fishing licenses for qualifying disabled Veterans.
Who qualifies
Veterans must have received an honorable discharge and have a 60% or more service-connected disability rating from the VA to be eligible. To receive an exemption Veterans must mail, email or fax a completed and a letter from the VA certifying their honorable discharge and disability percentage to: Division of Fish and Wildlife Attn: Recreational Licensing 89 Kings Highway Dover, DE 19001 Email: DFWreclic@delaware.gov Fax: 302-736-7925 (please call when faxing) Phone: 302-739-9918
How to apply
See the official source linked below for how to apply.
Delaware Resident Military One Time Hunting and Fishing License for Wartime Veterans
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Delaware residents who served 90 or more days in Operations Iraqi Freedom or Enduring Freedom are eligible for a one-time license exemption for the first 12 months following the date they are honorably discharged or removed from active status. To receive an exemption Veterans must mail, email or fax a completed , and a copy of their DD214 to: Division of Fish and Wildlife Attn: Recreational Licensing 89 Kings Highway Dover, DE 19001 Email: DFWreclic@delaware.gov Fax:302-736-7925 (please call when faxing) Phone: 302-739-9918
Who qualifies
See the official source for full eligibility rules.
How to apply
See the official source linked below for how to apply.
A service member serving in the U.S. Armed Forces who is a patient at a military hospital is eligible for a free license to hunt, trap and fish in Delaware. The service member must provide a written statement signed by their commanding officer certifying the nature of their disability and place of duty when they apply.
Who qualifies
See the official source for full eligibility rules.
How to apply
The service member must provide a written statement signed by their commanding officer certifying the nature of their disability and place of duty when they apply.
Delaware Fishing License Exemption for Veterans Hospitalized in U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Facilities
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Veterans who are patients in a VA facility in Delaware are eligible to fish without a license in Delaware. Veterans must carry official documentation that they are a patient in a VA Facility when they are fishing.
Who qualifies
See the official source for full eligibility rules.
How to apply
See the official source linked below for how to apply.
The Delaware Division of Parks and Recreation offers 50% discount annual park passes to Delaware resident service members, Veterans and retired service members.
Who qualifies
Applicants must be a Delaware resident and meet one of the following requirements: Active duty service member serving in the U.S. Armed Forces or in the Delaware National Guard; Veteran who served in the U.S. Armed Forces and received an honorable discharge; Service member who served 20 or more years in the U.S. Armed Forces and received an honorable discharge; Reduced price park passes are issued at any Delaware State Park Office.
How to apply
See the official source linked below for how to apply.
Delaware Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom Park Pass
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The Delaware Division of Parks and Recreation offers a free pass to Veterans of Operations Iraqi Freedom or Enduring Freedom. This pass is available for the first 12 months following the date the Veteran was honorably discharged or released from active status.
Who qualifies
Applicants must be Delaware resident Veterans who served for 90 or more days in the U.S. Armed Forces during Operations Iraqi Freedom or Enduring Freedom And received an honorable discharge. To apply for a pass Veterans are required to submit a completed and a copy of their Delaware photo ID and DD214 (submission information is listed on the application). For more information, please call 302-739-9200.
How to apply
To apply for a pass Veterans are required to submit a completed and a copy of their Delaware photo ID and DD214 (submission information is listed on the application).
Discounted Delaware state park pass for resident veterans
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Eligible Delaware resident veterans can buy the annual park pass at half price. Eligible OIF/OEF veterans get free admission for 12 months after discharge.
Delaware will provide tuition and required fees for the Children of certain Veterans and service members who are current or former POWs or MIA. Students can receive tuition assistance for up to four years at a state supported college, or university. Students are authorized to attend a private college in Delaware, if their program of study is not offered at a Delaware public college; or an out-of-state public or private college, if there is no institution in Delaware offering their program of study.
Who qualifies
To be eligible the Child must be between 16 and 24 years old and a Delaware resident for at least three years prior to the date of application. In addition, the Child’s parent must meet the following requirements: Resident service member who was killed while serving on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces; Resident Veteran who died from disease, wounds, injuries, or disabilities as a result of their service; Resident who was a current or former POW or MIA (must have been a resident at the time they were declared POW or MIA); Students can apply online using the .
How to apply
To be eligible the Child must be between 16 and 24 years old and a Delaware resident for at least three years prior to the date of application. Armed Forces; Resident Veteran who died from disease, wounds, injuries, or disabilities as a result of their service; Resident who was a current or former POW or MIA (must have been a resident at the time they were declared POW or MIA); Students can apply online using the .
Delaware will award a high school diploma to Veterans who did not graduate because they left school to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces during World War II (WW II), Korea or Vietnam.
Who qualifies
Veterans must have received an honorable discharge following service in the U.S. Armed Forces during the following time periods: WW II - December 7, 1941, through December 11, 1946, and during occupation of defeated territories until September 8, 1951; Korea - June 27, 1950, through January 31, 1955; Vietnam - May 1, 1961, through April 30, 1975; For more information and to apply please contact a Delaware Office of Veterans Services by calling 302-739-2792.
How to apply
Armed Forces during the following time periods: WW II - December 7, 1941, through December 11, 1946, and during occupation of defeated territories until September 8, 1951; Korea - June 27, 1950, through January 31, 1955; Vietnam - May 1, 1961, through April 30, 1975; For more information and to apply please contact a Delaware Office of Veterans Services by calling 302-739-2792.
Delaware Professional License Benefits for Service Members, Veterans and their Spouses
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The Delaware Division of Professional Regulation offers several benefits for services members, Veterans and spouses. A short description of these services is below. All those interested in these benefits must use the to apply for, or renew a professional license. Delaware Provisional License/Permit for Service Members and Spouses: Delaware adheres to the federal Servicemembers' Civil Relief Act regarding the portability of professional licenses for service members and their spouse. Service members and their spouses may apply for a provisional Delaware professional license to practice in…
Who qualifies
See the official source for full eligibility rules.
How to apply
All those interested in these benefits must use the to apply for, or renew a professional license. Service members and their spouses may apply for a provisional Delaware professional license to practice in Delaware for up to six months while their application is pending.
Delaware offers Veterans’ hiring preference to Veterans, disabled Veterans and certain spouses for state employment. Preference is given by awarding points that can be added to passing entrance exam scores. Applicants must meet all eligibility requirements for the position.
Who qualifies
The following applicants are eligible for five points added to their score: Veterans who served in an active or reserve component of the U.S. Armed Forces and received a discharge other than dishonorable; Service members serving in the Delaware National Guard or the U.S. Armed Forces Reserves who have at least 20 years of service and continue to serve; Unremarried surviving spouse of an eligible deceased Veteran or service member; Spouse of a service member who is declared for at least 90 days as: Missing in action; Prisoner of war; Forcibly detained or interned in line of duty by a foreign government or power; ; Spouse of a Veteran or service member who has a service-connected disability; Honorably discharged Veterans or reserve component service members who have a service-connected disability are eligible for 10 points. In addition, state employees who leave their state employment to s
How to apply
See the official source linked below for how to apply.
Delaware Office of Pensions Military Service Credit
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Delaware state employees who were hired before July 1, 1976, can receive military service credit for up to five years, for active duty service in the U.S. Armed Forces. Former service members must become a state employee within five years after their completion of active duty service or completion of professional or vocational training. The course of professional or vocational training must be started within five years of discharge from U.S. Armed Forces and lead to a certificate, diploma or degree approved by the Department of Education. Former service members must be enrolled on a…
Who qualifies
See the official source for full eligibility rules.
How to apply
For more information, please contact the Delaware Office of Pensions by email at pensionoffice@delaware.gov , or by calling 800-722-7300, or 302-739-4208.
Deadline
Armed Forces and return to the state employment within 90 days of their discharge will receive full service credit for the time they serve on active duty Those who do not qualify above may purchase up to five years of service credit for full-time active duty in the U.S.
Paraplegic Veterans can receive a pension from the state, of $3,000 per year, payable in equal monthly installments.
Who qualifies
To be eligible Veterans must meet the following requirements: Paraplegic, has no voluntary control over either leg; Rated by the VA as totally disabled; Disability is a direct result of wartime service in the U.S. Armed Forces; Delaware resident; For more information, please contact the Delaware Office of Pensions by email at pensionoffice@delaware.gov , or by calling 800-722-7300, or 302-739-4208.
How to apply
Armed Forces; Delaware resident; For more information, please contact the Delaware Office of Pensions by email at pensionoffice@delaware.gov , or by calling 800-722-7300, or 302-739-4208.
Delaware Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF)
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SSVF provides assistance to Veterans and their Families who have housing stability issues, or they are homeless. SSVF will provide case management, benefit application assistance, financial assistance (includes rental, security deposit and utility assistance) and access to benefit enrollment. For more information, please contact the nearest SSVF Outreach Coordinator: New Castle County: 302-250-5868; Kent County: 302-518-5338; Sussex County: 302-332-0913
Who qualifies
See the official source for full eligibility rules.
How to apply
SSVF will provide case management, benefit application assistance, financial assistance (includes rental, security deposit and utility assistance) and access to benefit enrollment. For more information, please contact the nearest SSVF Outreach Coordinator: New Castle County: 302-250-5868; Kent County: 302-518-5338; Sussex County: 302-332-0913
Delaware People's Place, Veterans Outreach Program
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The Delaware People's Place, Veterans Outreach program offers a wide range of services for Delaware Veterans who live in areas from lower New Castle County to the Delaware-Maryland line. Services Offered: Assistance applying for state and VA benefits; Mental health counseling; Transportation to medical facilities in the region; For more information contact: Veterans Outreach Program 1129 Airport Road Milford, DE 19963 Phone: 302-236-5301
Who qualifies
See the official source for full eligibility rules.
How to apply
Services Offered: Assistance applying for state and VA benefits; Mental health counseling; Transportation to medical facilities in the region; For more information contact: Veterans Outreach Program 1129 Airport Road Milford, DE 19963 Phone: 302-236-5301
Delaware Office of Veterans Services, “The Centurion" (Newsletter)
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The Delaware Office of Veterans Services publishes a free quarterly newsletter, The Centurion that has information regarding current developments in benefits, legislative initiatives, community services and local events. Back issues of The Centurion are available online at the “Learn more…” link below
Who qualifies
See the official source for full eligibility rules.
How to apply
See the official source linked below for how to apply.
The Delaware Office of Veterans Services maintains copies of service records for Veterans. Veterans must have been a Delaware resident at the time of entry into the U.S. Armed Forces or had a Delaware address at their time of discharge. Veterans and their next of kin can call the Delaware Office of Veterans Services at 302-739-2792 to see if a copy is on file.
Who qualifies
See the official source for full eligibility rules.
How to apply
See the official source linked below for how to apply.
Free Marriage and Death Certificates for Delaware Resident Veterans
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The next of kin of a Delaware Veteran can request one free certified death certificate from the State Registrar when used for a claim for benefits from the VA. Delaware Code 16-31-II-3132
Who qualifies
See the official source for full eligibility rules.
How to apply
See the official source linked below for how to apply.
No Charge for Notary Services for Delaware Veterans
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Delaware notaries may not charge a fee to notarize documents for service members, wartime Veterans or their family members, when they are used to file a claim with the VA or for other benefits.
Who qualifies
See the official source for full eligibility rules.
How to apply
See the official source linked below for how to apply.
The DVH is a 144-bed long-term care facility in Milford, Delaware that offers skilled nursing care to Delaware resident Veterans and their eligible family members. The DVH provides: 24-hour professional nursing care; Medical services; Physical, occupational and speech therapies; Social services; Library, computer with internet access; Gift shop; Barbershop; Multi-denominational chapel services;
Who qualifies
To be eligible for admission to DVH Veterans must meet the following requirements: Veterans who served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces for at least 180 days and received an honorable discharge, or; National Guard or U.S. Armed Forces Reserve service members who are eligible for retirement pay at age 60, or; National Guard service members who served a minimum of 180 days on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces and received an honorable discharge, or; U.S. Armed Forces Reserve service members who served a minimum of 181 days on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces and received an honorable discharge, or; Surviving spouse or Parents of a service member or Veteran who died from a service-connected cause, and; Delaware resident for at least one year prior to application, and; Must require skilled nursing care; For more information, please contact the Admissions Office at 302-424-8572.
How to apply
Armed Forces and received an honorable discharge, or; Surviving spouse or Parents of a service member or Veteran who died from a service-connected cause, and; Delaware resident for at least one year prior to application, and; Must require skilled nursing care; For more information, please contact the Admissions Office at 302-424-8572.
The Delaware Veterans Trust Fund helps Delaware Veterans in financial crisis. Assistance may be requested for essential needs such as: Rent or mortgage; Utilities (electric, gas, water, sewer/trash); Childcare; Medical bills; Car payments or insurance; Other emergency-related costs;
Who qualifies
To qualify, Veterans must meet the following requirements: Delaware resident; Veteran who received an Honorable Discharge or General Discharge under Honorable Conditions; Have a documented emergency financial need; Demonstrate that funding will help overcome the emergency and support self-sufficiency in the future; All funds are paid directly to the vendor or service provider. For more information, Veterans should contact the Delaware Office of Veterans Services by calling 302-739-2792. Complete applications and required documents (listed on the application) may be emailed to dos_ovs@delaware.gov , or delivered in person to the following locations: New Castle County 2465 Chesapeake City Road Bear, DE 19701 Kent County OVS Main Office 802 Silver Lake Boulevard, Suite 100 Dover, DE 19904 Sussex County 26669 Patriots Way Millsboro, DE 19966
How to apply
For more information, Veterans should contact the Delaware Office of Veterans Services by calling 302-739-2792. Complete applications and required documents (listed on the application) may be emailed to dos_ovs@delaware.gov , or delivered in person to the following locations: New Castle County 2465 Chesapeake City Road Bear, DE 19701 Kent County OVS Main Office 802 Silver Lake Boulevard, Suite 100 Dover, DE 19904 Sussex County 26669 Patriots Way Millsboro, DE 19966
Delaware has two state Veterans cemeteries that offer a dignified final resting place for Veterans and their eligible family members. Each cemetery can accommodate casketed and cremated remains. Cemetery Locations: New Castle County Cemetery 2465 Chesapeake City Road Bear, DE 19701 Phone: 302-834-8046 Fax: 302-834-3787 Sussex County Cemetery 26669 Patriots Way Millsboro, DE 19966 Phone: 302-934-5653 Fax: 302-934-5647
Who qualifies
Eligibility requirements for the burial at a Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery are the same as for VA National Cemeteries with the exception of a Delaware residency requirement. Exact eligibility requirements can viewed at the . The following are the general eligibility requirements: Discharged after at least 180 days of active duty service in the U.S. Armed Forces under conditions other than dishonorable, or; Died while serving on active duty, or; Served at least 20 years in the National Guard or U.S. Armed Forces Reserves and is eligible for military retired pay (or would have been eligible except their death occurred before age 60), or; Reserve component service members if they were activated for 180 days of federal service, (active duty for training does not qualify); Spouses and dependent children (burial of dependent children is limited to unmarried Children under 21 years old, o
How to apply
Armed Forces; ; To apply for the burial of an eligible Veteran or family member at a Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, please use the .
The Delaware Veterans Treatment Court was established to divert Veterans from the traditional criminal justice system and provide them with the tools to lead a productive and law-abiding life. Veterans are referred by the Attorney General's Office or the Office of the Public Defender. Once a referral is made, the Veteran is offered the opportunity to participate on a voluntary basis. Veterans who choose to participate will have their charges deferred pending successful completion of a treatment plan, at which time the charges will be dismissed. Veterans must comply with court ordered…
Who qualifies
See the official source for full eligibility rules.
How to apply
For more information, please contact the Delaware Office of Veterans Services by calling 302-739-2792.
The Delaware Joining Forces (DJF) network provide solutions that improve the quality of life and welfare of the Delaware military community. This community-level effort directly supports service members, Veterans and their families by addressing critical issues and needs including: Financial and legal assistance; Job training and employment; Homelessness and housing; Behavioral health and wellness; Education; DJF is a collaborative effort led by several state agencies, including the Delaware National Guard, Delaware Health and Social Services, and the Delaware Office of Veterans Services.…
Who qualifies
See the official source for full eligibility rules.
How to apply
See the official source linked below for how to apply.
Long-term skilled nursing and short-term rehab for eligible veterans (180+ days of active service, honorable discharge; some Guard, Reserve and Gold Star families also qualify) who have lived in Delaware for 1+ year.
Who qualifies
See the requirements.
How to apply
Email DOSDVH_Admissions@delaware.gov or mail to 100 Delaware Veterans Blvd, Milford.