Emory L Bennett Memorial Veterans Nursing Home

Nursing Home · Daytona Beach, FL

CMS overall rating 4/5 Government - State

CMS certification number105840

Contact & location

1920 Mason Avenue
Daytona Beach, FL 32117
Volusia County
Phone
(386) 274-3460
ZIP code
32117 – all care providers

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Facility details

Certified beds
120
Residents per day
115.1 (96% occupied)
Ownership
Government - State
Legal name
Florida Department of Veterans Affairs
Chain
Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs (7 facilities, avg 3.9★)
Medicare certified since
January 19, 1994
Participates in
Medicare and Medicaid
Council
Both council

CMS star ratings

Overall★★★★★ 4/5
State avg 3.3
Health inspections★★★★★ 3/5
State avg 2.9
Staffing★★★★★ 5/5
State avg 3.3
Quality measures★★★★★ 3/5
State avg 4.2
Long-stay quality★★★★★ 3/5
Short-stay qualityNot rated

Staffing

Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.

Total nurse staffing
4.53 (state 3.82 · U.S. 3.86)
Registered nurses (RN)
1.23 (state 0.73 · U.S. 0.69)
Licensed practical nurses
0.57 (state 0.78 · U.S. 0.86)
Nurse aides
2.73 (state 2.31 · U.S. 2.32)
Weekend total
3.92 (state 3.49 · U.S. 3.42)
Nursing staff turnover
58.0 (state 41.4 · U.S. 45.8)%
RN turnover
35.5 (state 46.0 · U.S. 42.9)%
Administrators who left
1 in the last year

Inspections

Last standard inspection
October 17, 2024
Health deficiencies (last cycle)
5.0 (state 7.1 · U.S. 9.3)
From complaints
0
Citations on record (3 years)
15 health · 1 fire safety · includes actual harm
DateCitationSeverityStatus
2024-10-17 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-11-22
2024-10-17 Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
F0558 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-11-22
2024-10-17 PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
F0645 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-11-22
2024-10-17 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-11-22
2024-10-17 Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
F0806 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-11-22
2022-12-01 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.
F0761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-01-30
2022-12-01 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-01-30
2022-12-01 Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
F0582 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-01-30
2022-12-01 Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
F0695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-01-30
2022-12-01 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-01-30
2021-04-22 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 G
Actual harm		 Corrected 2021-05-22
2021-04-22 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2021-05-22
2021-04-22 Keep all essential equipment working safely.
F0908 · Environmental Deficiencies		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2021-05-22
2021-04-22 Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
F0623 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2021-05-22
2021-04-22 Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
F0757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2021-05-22

Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results

Fines & penalties

1 penalty in the last three years, including $9,503 in fines.

DateTypeAmount
2024-10-17Fine$9,503

Ownership & management

NameRoleSince
Kinne, Sandford (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Twitty, Paula (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Carter, Alfred (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Twitty, Paula (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Champagne, Kelli (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE

Frequently asked questions

What is the rating of Emory L Bennett Memorial Veterans Nursing Home?

Emory L Bennett Memorial Veterans Nursing Home has a 4-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 3.3-star average in Florida.

How many beds does Emory L Bennett Memorial Veterans Nursing Home have?

It has 120 certified beds and cares for about 115 residents per day.

Has Emory L Bennett Memorial Veterans Nursing Home been fined?

Yes. CMS lists 1 penalty totaling $9,503 in the last three years.

Who owns Emory L Bennett Memorial Veterans Nursing Home?

It is part of Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs and is classified as government - state. See the ownership table above for all owners and managers reported to CMS.

What is the phone number of Emory L Bennett Memorial Veterans Nursing Home?

(386) 274-3460. The facility is located at 1920 Mason Avenue, Daytona Beach, FL 32117.

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Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.