Veteran residents of Kolyma can receive complimentary health care at sanatoriums.
Russia has established a system of free medical rehabilitation and spa treatment for demobilized participants of the Special Military Operation (SMO) who meet specific eligibility criteria. These services are part of social support measures for veterans and SMO participants, offering them comprehensive care under the Kremlin's recent directives.
Requirements
To be eligible for these benefits, applicants must:
- Have been demobilized from the SMO.
- Hold official status as a participant or veteran of the SMO, typically verified through military or social service records.
- Have medical indications justifying rehabilitation and spa treatment, which are usually confirmed through medical examinations and recommendations.
- Be registered or recognized by the regional or federal social services or the Social Fund as eligible for rehabilitation benefits.
Application Process
The application process involves several steps:
- Submitting an application to the Social Fund or the regional center responsible for social services, providing relevant documents such as military service proof, medical certificates, and identification.
- Undergoing medical evaluations or assessments to confirm the need for rehabilitation or spa treatment.
- Priority is often given to those with service-related injuries or disabilities.
- After approval by the Social Fund or social service authorities, applicants are directed to available rehabilitation and spa facilities.
Cities Offering These Services
Social Fund centers with free medical rehabilitation and spa treatment for veterans and SMO participants can be found in multiple Russian cities. Known centers are located in:
- Moscow
- Saint Petersburg
- Sochi (known for spa and rehabilitation facilities)
- Kislovodsk and Pyatigorsk in the North Caucasus region (famous for therapeutic spas)
- Other regional centers with Social Fund branches adapted for veteran care
Additional Information
- Starting from 2025, demobilized participants of the SMO who have the status of a combat action veteran can undergo free medical rehabilitation in Russia's Social Fund centers.
- A voucher for rehabilitation can be applied for at the nearest client service of the Social Fund's Magadan branch.
- The costs of spa treatment, medical rehabilitation, and travel expenses to and from the treatment location will be covered.
- A decision on the application will be made within 2 working days.
- The rehabilitation period is determined individually based on medical needs and can be repeated several times a year.
- Veterans can choose the most suitable center for themselves.
- The head of the Social Fund's Magadan branch, Nadya Ezoskikh, stated that personal support will be provided throughout the process of sending a veteran to a rehabilitation center.
Contact Information
For any questions related to the rehabilitation process, applicants can contact the single contact center for queries regarding rehabilitation at 8-800-10-000-01. The contact center is available from Monday to Friday, from 09:00 to 17:00.
The Kremlin's emphasis on comprehensive support for SMO veterans includes medical and social rehabilitation via state programs, administered through the Social Fund and associated ministries. For detailed guidance, applicants are advised to contact their local Social Fund office or the Ministry of Labour for up-to-date regional information on available centers and application procedures.
[1] Source: Russian Government Official Statements, 2025.
Demobilized SMO participants who are eligible for these benefits typically require medical indications that call for rehabilitation and spa treatments, and they can undergo these therapies and treatments as part of government-funded health-and-wellness programs that focus on mental-health support and general well-being. These services are widely available in various cities across Russia, such as Moscow, Saint Petersburg, Sochi, Kislovodsk, Pyatigorsk, and other regional centers with Social Fund branches adapted for veteran care.
