nursing home in Daytona Beach, FL
Emory L Bennett Memorial Veterans Nursing Home
1920 Mason Avenue, Daytona Beach, FL 32117 · (386) 274-3460
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Emory L Bennett Memorial Veterans Nursing Home at a glance
Emory L Bennett Memorial Veterans Nursing Home is a 120-bed government nursing home in Daytona Beach, Florida (Volusia County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Florida average of 3.3.
Residents receive about 4.5 hours of nursing care per day (1.2 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (October 17, 2024) found 5 health citations. The Florida average is 7.1.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $9,503.
Nursing staff turnover is 58% per year (state average 41.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - State
- Beds
- 120
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs
- Medicare-certified since
- January 19, 1994
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Volusia County
- CMS Certification Number
- 105840
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 4.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 4.6 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.53 hrs | 3.82 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.23 hrs | 0.73 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.73 hrs | 2.31 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.92 hrs | 3.49 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 58% | 41.4% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 35.5% | 46% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 5 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 27 | 63 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $9,503 | $24,361 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 120 | 122 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 115 | 109 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 95.9% | 88.9% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 2.2% | 2.5% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 8.5% | 4.5% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 12.2% | 8.6% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.8% | 0.7% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.4% | 0.3% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 29.8% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 32.7% | 9.5% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 7.4% | 5.5% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 4.3% | 4.6% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 21.8% | 14.4% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 21.2% | 10.5% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.4% | 99.2% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.7% | 98.2% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 95.2% | 94.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 95.2% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 15 health deficiencies and 1 fire safety deficiency in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 17, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 22, 2024 |
| October 17, 2024 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 22, 2024 |
| October 17, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 22, 2024 |
| October 17, 2024 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 22, 2024 |
| October 17, 2024 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 22, 2024 |
| October 17, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0806 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 22, 2024 |
| December 1, 2022 Standard | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 30, 2023 |
| December 1, 2022 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 30, 2023 |
| December 1, 2022 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 30, 2023 |
| December 1, 2022 Standard | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 30, 2023 |
| December 1, 2022 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 30, 2023 |
| April 22, 2021 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected May 22, 2021 |
| April 22, 2021 Standard | Keep all essential equipment working safely. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 22, 2021 |
| April 22, 2021 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 22, 2021 |
| April 22, 2021 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 22, 2021 |
| April 22, 2021 Standard | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 22, 2021 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $9,503 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| October 17, 2024 | Fine | $9,503 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| KINNE, SANDFORD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/21/2025 |
| TWITTY, PAULA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/21/2025 |
| CARTER, ALFRED Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2010 |
| TWITTY, PAULA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/15/2023 |
| CHAMPAGNE, KELLI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Emory L Bennett Memorial Veterans Nursing Home's rating?
Emory L Bennett Memorial Veterans Nursing Home has 4 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Florida nursing homes is 3.3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Emory L Bennett Memorial Veterans Nursing Home receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 5 citations, compared with a Florida average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Emory L Bennett Memorial Veterans Nursing Home accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Emory L Bennett Memorial Veterans Nursing Home?
It is government - state and part of Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Emory L Bennett Memorial Veterans Nursing Home and how do I contact it?
Emory L Bennett Memorial Veterans Nursing Home is at 1920 Mason Avenue, Daytona Beach, FL 32117. Phone: (386) 274-3460.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.