Preston VA Home UPDATE - American Legion 2

UPDATED February 20, 2023

Fall greetings from the Minnesota Veterans Home - Preston. Thank you for your interest. Progress continues on this beautiful 54-bed facility at 1112 Overlook Dr., Preston MN, which is scheduled to open in summer of 2023.  Information provided by Preston / Minnesota Department of Veteran Affairs - State of Minnesota (mn.gov)

We’re committed to caring for Veterans and their families with passion, integrity and teamwork in a new, beautiful, accommodating setting… each and every day.

Preston, the Fillmore County Seat, is a Veteran-friendly community of 1,350 located in the Root River Valley. It’s home to one of only four State Veterans Cemeteries in the state, several very active military service posts and The Club, which hosts events celebrating all branches of the armed forces. It’s also only 35 minutes away from Rochester, MN, home to a large number of cultural and social activities. Preston provides a peaceful, small-town atmosphere in southeast Minnesota’s historic bluff country. If you love feeling close to nature, Preston is the place to be. Boasting abundant wildlife and numerous springs, brooks and streams, the area is home to Amish tours, a popular county fair, fabulous fall colors, biking, swimming, tubing, canoeing and fishing…lots of trout fishing. Now, after more than a decade of advocating for a new Veterans Home, Preston is excited to welcome Residents, employees and volunteers to this spectacular new campus in this beautiful part of the state.

The State Veterans Home - Preston opens in mid-2023.

We hope you’ll join us for our festive grand opening celebration in summer 2023; please continue to watch these pages for details. Our doors will then open to Residents a few weeks later.

In the months leading up to Resident move-in, we will be looking for talented, dedicated employees looking to serve those who have served our country. The first roles to be hired have been the Home Administrator, Director of Nursing and Human Resources staff. They will then begin the hiring process for all staff. If you’re looking for a new position that offers competitive pay, sign-on bonuses, a generous State of Minnesota benefits package, and a supportive work environment, we hope you’ll consider joining us. There is no more noble work than serving our Veterans.

What can Residents expect at the new State Veterans Home in Preston?

Built on a 15-acre blufftop surrounded by a stunning 200-year-old white oak forest, the Home will reflect its natural environment and offer a variety of welcoming exterior views, including a well-appointed, fenced-in courtyard and garden. Residents will be able to enjoy:

·         Private bedrooms with private baths

·         Three, 18-Resident “households” to create a connected, small community feeling

·         A Town Center featuring a coffee shop/café, theatre/meeting room, dining room, game room, meditation room/chapel, club room for entertaining family and friends, and other communal spaces

·         A schedule that fits their life! Our teams will develop a care plan that is person-centered to best meet their needs.

·         Ongoing community involvement through activities and events.

 

What are the eligibility requirements for living at the State Veterans Home in Preston?

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.

·         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 is available from our Veterans Benefits Coordinator and County Veterans Service Officers. Learn more about Resident admissions and access the application form here.

How will the State Veterans Home - Preston serve Residents?

Residents will enjoy an assortment of exceptional quality services designed to meet their physical, social and spiritual needs, such as:

·         Skilled Nursing Care, including Specialized Dementia Care

·         Medical Service with 24-hour Nursing Care

·         Social Services

·         Individualized and Group Recreational Activities

·         Rehabilitation Services, including Physical and Occupational Therapy

·         Large Rehabilitation Gym for Specialized Therapy and Independent Activity

·         Specialized Memory Care Programming and Approaches

·         Mental/Behavioral Health Services

·         Chaplain and Spiritual Care Services

·         Individualized Nutrition Services

·         Pharmaceutical Services

·         Oral Health Program

·         Local Transportation Service

·         Barber and Beauty Services

·         Strong Community Involvement

Please go to Preston/Minnesota Department of Veteran Affairs - State of Minnesota (mn.gov) for additional information.

 Have questions or comments?  We welcome your opinion.  Please email your comments or suggestions to webmaster@lanesboroamericanlegion.org or call Anne at 507-460-9040. Thank you for your support.