SeniorCareRanked
Florida/DAYTONA BEACH
54
Fair

EMORY L BENNETT MEMORIAL VETERANS NURSING HOME

1920 MASON AVENUE, DAYTONA BEACH, FL 32117
CMS Overall Rating

Summary

EMORY L BENNETT MEMORIAL VETERANS NURSING HOME is a 120-bed government - state nursing home located in DAYTONA BEACH, Florida. It has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars and a Trust Score of 54 out of 100, indicating average quality. Staff turnover is 57.8% — significantly higher than the national average of ~40%. This facility has received 1 fine(s) totaling $9,503. 5 health deficiencies were found during the most recent inspection. It is part of the FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS' AFFAIRS chain.

How This Compares

Trust Score54/100 (↓ Worse than avg 55/100)
Overall Rating3/5 stars (= Average than avg 3/5 stars)
Total Nurse Hours/Resident/Day4.1 hrs (↑ Better than avg 3.8 hrs)
RN Hours/Resident/Day1.11 hrs (↑ Better than avg 0.6 hrs)
Staff Turnover58% (↓ Worse than avg 40%)
Deficiencies5 (↓ Worse than avg 4)

Red Flags

  • 1 fine(s) totaling $9,503
  • 1 penalty(ies) imposed

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
Health Inspection
Staffing
Quality Measures

Staffing

Total nurse hours/resident/day4.1
RN hours/resident/day1.11
Staff turnover57.8%
RN turnover34.4%

Facility Information

Beds120
Avg residents114.9
OwnershipGovernment - State
Provider typeMedicare and Medicaid
ChainFLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS' AFFAIRS
Deficiencies (last inspection)5
Resident/Family councilNo

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What to Look for When Visiting EMORY L BENNETT MEMORIAL VETERANS NURSING HOME

Use this checklist during an in-person visit. First impressions reveal more than brochures or websites ever will.

Is there an unpleasant smell?

A persistent odor (urine, feces, or heavy chemical deodorizer) indicates poor hygiene maintenance. Brief cooking smells are normal; lingering waste odors are not.

Are residents engaged or sitting idle?

Active residents (playing games, talking, in therapy) indicate quality programming. A room full of people staring at a TV during daytime is a concerning sign.

Count staff vs. residents during your visit

EMORY L BENNETT MEMORIAL VETERANS NURSING HOME reports 4.1 total nurse hours per resident per day. During your visit, observe whether staff seem rushed or overwhelmed — the real ratio matters more than reported numbers.

Ask about staff consistency

With 57.8% staff turnover (above the ~40% national average), ask: "Will my family member see the same caregivers regularly, or does staff rotate frequently?" Consistent caregivers notice changes in health sooner.

Ask about their most recent inspection

5 deficiencies were found in the last inspection. Ask specifically: "What were they, and what have you done to fix them?" A transparent facility will answer clearly.

Data from CMS Nursing Home Compare, a public database maintained by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or a recommendation. Always visit facilities in person and consult with healthcare professionals before making care decisions.