WashingtonSoldiers Home

Orting, WA

800-562-2308 www.dva.wa.gov

Visitors

Welcome

Call 360-893-4515 or visit www.dva.wa.gov

for an application!

The Washington State Veterans Homes do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, or age in admission, treatment, or participation in its programs, services and activities, or in employment. For further information about this policy, contact: WDVA Human Resources Manager, 1-800-562-0132 or TDD 360-725-2199.

WASHINGTON SOLDIERS HOME We look forward to getting to know you and your family and invite you to call with any questions you have about the Washington Soldiers Home. Our mission of Serving Those Who Served means you can rest assured we will work hard to provide the care and service our veterans and their families deserve.

Life at the Soldiers HomeWe offer many recreational activities that we hope will capture your interest, provide you with entertainment, and make your stay with us as fulfilling as possible! At the Soldiers Home, you’ll have the opportunity to participate in daily activities posted on our activities calendars, and weekly events such as bingo and shopping trips. We also have a fishing pond, library and hobby shop.Each season brings a new reason to celebrate, and at the Soldiers Home you’ll have the opportunity to participate not only in traditional holiday parties, but also in Veterans Observances throughout the year.

Washington Soldiers Home 1301 Orting Kapowsin Hwy

Orting, WA 98360 Office hours are Monday - Friday 8:00am-4:30pm

Admissions 1-877-838-7787 option 1

Call 360-893-4515 for a tour or information

The Washington Soldiers Home is located on 181 acres in the beautiful Puyallup Valley near Orting.

Established in 1891, this was the first of four homes built for Washington state veterans.

Our Homes are Medicare A Certified

Call 360-893-4515 for an application!Explore our web site at www.dva.wa.gov

INTRODUCTIONWelcome to the Washington Soldiers Home. We feel fortunate to have the opportunity to serve our veterans who have made our freedoms possible and hope this information will give you a sense of our passion for serving veterans and their families.

As you make decisions about future housing needs, please know that our Soldiers Home Team is here to help. Feel free to call or e-mail Sophie Pfutzner, our Admissions Director, at 1-877-838-7787 option 1 or sophiep@dva.wa.gov.

Thank you for your interest in the Washington Soldiers Home, we look forward to making a positive difference in your or your loved one’s life.

ELIGIBILITYTo be eligible for admission, veterans must meet the following criteria:• Served in the United States Armed

Forces, including National Guard;• Received an honorable discharge;• Reside in Washington State;• Be the spouse of a resident or widow of

an eligible veteran;• or be a Gold Star Parent.

Enriching our Veteran’s lives every day!MEDICAL SERVICESOur professional medical staff provide most of the medical services for our residents.Primary CareYour primary care is provided by staff physicians and nurse practitioners. Services include:w Routine visits every 60 daysw Sick callw Referrals for specialty carew Medications from the WDVA Pharmacyw Blood draws and x-rays

TransportationThe Washington Soldiers Home provides a shuttle to and from appointments outside our facility. Insurance Medicare and MedicaidFor veterans needing care following a qualifying hospital stay, the we offer Medicare rehabilitative care. Our admissions team works closely with hospital discharge planners to quickly process applications. We also accept Medicaid and allow qualified veterans to receive a higher Personal Needs Allowance than what is allowed in other nursing facilities. Third Party Insurance and Private PayOur financial office will be glad to discuss coverage provided through your individual health insurance plan, or discuss the daily rate for private pay residents.

SERVICES AND AMENITIES Services such as laundry and cable TV are

provided to all residents. Each room is furnished with a bed, dresser, armoire and chair; however, residents are welcome to bring personal belongings, such as a favorite chair, if they would like.

OTHER SUPPORTIVE SERVICES w Physical Therapy w Occupational Therapy w Social Services w Hospicew Nutritious Meals w Patriotic Services w Beauty & Barber Shopsw Therapeutic Incentive Program w Community Involvement w Religious Services are held in the Chapel each Sunday