Kristie Hanks
Sep 2025
My father is getting exceptional care as well as love and support. The nurses and nurses aides treat him like family. We are so blessed by them and this facility! I can’t say enough good!
Thomson-Hood Veterans Center
100 Veterans Drive
4.4(18 ratings)
1 / 5Quick Facts
- Total units
- 285
- Medicare rating
- 5 of 5
- Ownership
- Government, State
- Certified beds
- 285
- Eligibility
- Exclusively serves veterans from all military branches
- Facility type
- State-run, not privately operated
- Security
- Secured facility, visitors limited to approved guests
- History
- Kentucky's first state-run veteran's nursing home
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What Families Think
Families describe Thomson-Hood Veterans Center as a compassionate, well-run skilled nursing facility exclusively for veterans, with staff who treat residents like family. Reviewers repeatedly praise the quality of hands-on care, including for complex cases like quadriplegia and hospice transitions, and note attentive, professional admissions support.
The Good
- Staff described as caring and family-like
- Praised for handling hospice transitions gently
- Strong care for complex needs like quadriplegia
- Admissions staff described as professional and understanding
- On-site physical, occupational, and speech therapy
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About Thomson-Hood Veterans Center
Thomson-Hood Veterans Center is a 285-bed long-term care facility in Wilmore, Kentucky, providing skilled nursing care and rehabilitation services to veterans from all branches of the armed forces. Since opening on August 25, 1991, it has served more than 3,656 veterans and is the largest facility operated by the Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs.
The center offers a broad range of rehabilitation services, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Thomson-Hood is dedicated to promoting excellence in the care of Kentucky veterans, with emphasis placed on preserving residents' rights and helping veterans maintain the highest possible level of independence.
The facility was Kentucky's first state-run veteran's nursing home. It was renamed in 1998 to honor LTC George Thomson, a World War II, Korean War, and Vietnam War veteran whose lobbying efforts helped secure funding for the center, and Beatrice Hood, the center's first administrator.
Types of Care
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
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4.4overall · 18 ratings combined
4.4★ on Google (18)
Paula Braddy
May 2025
My husband couldn't have have better care anywhere, and when hospice was needed they made the transition as gentle and respectful as can be.
Brian McGregor
Mar 2024
Retirement home for veterans of the military. Secure facility - family and friends of residents, volunteers, and employees only. Staff care about the health and wellness of their residents. PPE may be required.
B E
Aug 2022
I couldn't be more pleased or impressed. The admissions coordinator, Sherry has been more than professional, caring and understanding of the needs and care of my grandfather who is a 100 year old WWII vet. If you're looking for a great place to care for a Veteran of our great country, this is it.
Phillip Watson
Oct 2015
My father is in this place and he is a quadriplegic every time I have been there they have been great to him and everyone else I seen in there. If you are looking for a place for a loved one I would recommend this place. They are great to our veterans.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does Thomson-Hood Veterans Center offer?
Thomson-Hood Veterans Center offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Where is Thomson-Hood Veterans Center located?
Thomson-Hood Veterans Center is located at 100 Veterans Drive in Wilmore, Kentucky.
What do families say about Thomson-Hood Veterans Center?
Families describe Thomson-Hood Veterans Center as a compassionate, well-run skilled nursing facility exclusively for veterans, with staff who treat residents like family. Reviewers repeatedly praise the quality of hands-on care, including for complex cases like quadriplegia and hospice transitions, and note attentive, professional admissions support.
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