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CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.

Veterans Victory House

Assisted Living in USA

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.

Veterans Victory House

Overview of Veterans Victory House
Veterans' Victory House is a nursing care facility located in Walterboro, South Carolina. It provides a range of medical and rehabilitative services to veterans, ensuring their well-being and independence. The facility also offers various recreational and therapeutic activities to enhance the quality of life for its residents.
(843) 538-3000

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
5/5
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
4/5
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
3/5
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
5/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
4h 17m per day

Capacity and availability

High-capacity home

May provide extensive amenities, services and programs.

Total beds 220

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

Similar demand to the state average
Occupancy rate 85.6%
Residents per day (avg) 187
Occupancy rate
85.6%
Residents per day (avg)
187

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery Temporary care Transitional stays

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

12% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Private pay

86% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 years

Medicaid

2% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 - 2 years

Finances and operations

Governmental community
Operated by city authorities.
Home revenue
$25.1M
Surplus of revenue
$1.8M
Governmental community Operated by city authorities.
Home revenue
$25.1M
Surplus of revenue
$1.8M
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$8.3M
32.9% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$11.9M
Total costs $20.2M
Bed community size
220-bed community
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
86%
In line with the state average
Occupied beds
188 / 220

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Homes
StatusActive

Additional Licensing Details

License NumberNCF-1109
CMS Certification Number425386

Ownership & Operating Entity

Veterans Victory House is administrated by Smelser, Theresa.

Owner NameSOUTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

4 services
Nursing Services
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Additional Policies & Features

Admission CriteriaAdmission to the Veterans’ Victory House is limited to Veterans who have been separated from the U.S. Armed Forces under honorable conditions and qualify as South Carolina residents who are in need of skilled or intermediate nursing home care.

Amenities & Lifestyle

10 amenities
Medical Care
Nursing Care
Rehabilitative Therapy
Pharmacy Services
Recreational And Therapeutic Activities
Social Services
Dietary Services
Transportation Services
Beauty And Barber Services
Laundry Services
ActivitiesResidents enjoy a full range of activities under the supervision of a trained and certified activity therapist.
Specific ProgramsAdmissions / Benefits, About Us, FAQs / Resources, Careers, Contact Us

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionAll meals are prepared on-site, and special diets are prepared as prescribed by the attending physician. Meals are served in the units or in the cafeteria.
Meals IncludedYes

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Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 3

State average N/A


Last Health inspection on Feb 2025

Total health citations 10

State average N/A

Citations per inspection
3.33

State average N/A


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

All 10 citations resulted from standard inspections.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
In line with State average

State average: N/A


Serious Health citations More info 1
In line with State average

State average: N/A

0 critical citations More info State average: N/A

1 serious citation More info State average: N/A

9 moderate citations More info State average: N/A

0 minor citations More info State average: N/A
Citations history (last 3 years)
Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Feb 21, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Jan 19, 2024
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Info Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored. Jan 19, 2024
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Info Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs. Jan 19, 2024
Corrected

Compare Assisted Living around Usa The information below is reported by the South Carolina Department of Public Health, Bureau of Healthcare Quality.

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Veterans Victory House
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Walterboro
220
No
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AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Bloomfield
40
No
85
Studio / 1 Bed / Private / Semi-Private Rooms
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AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Conroe
16
No
27
Private / Semi-Private Suite
Countryside Manor Assisted Living
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Conroe
12
No
8
-
Anton’s Assisted Living
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Boerne
10
No
-
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 199
Employees 194
Contractors 5
Staff to resident ratio 1.07:1
0% compared with State average

State average ratio: 0:0

Avg staff/day 94
Average shift 7.7 hours
0% compared with State average

State average: 0 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 65,577
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 23
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.3 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 32
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.1 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 110
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.2 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

1%

667 contractor hours this quarter

Other Physician: 3 Feeding Assistant: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant110011037,39091100%7.2
Licensed Practical Nurse3203211,23491100%9.1
Registered Nurse230237,89991100%9.3
Other Dietary Services Staff9093,42091100%7.6
RN Director of Nursing3039456470%7.6
Mental Health Service Worker2028427077%7
Occupational Therapy Assistant5165806369%7.3
Clinical Nurse Specialist2024896268%7.5
Dietitian1014746470%7.4
Administrator1014736369%7.5
Physical Therapy Aide1014566268%7.4
Speech Language Pathologist1014525965%7.7
Qualified Social Worker1013173640%8.8
Feeding Assistant0112673235%8.3
Other Physician0331401921%5.4
Dental Services Staff1011071618%6.7
Physical Therapy Assistant101832426%3.5
Respiratory Therapy Technician101822%4
110 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
32 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
23 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
9 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 100%
3 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 70%
2 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 77%
6 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 69%
2 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 68%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 70%
1 Administrator
% of Days 69%
1 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 68%
1 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 65%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 40%
1 Feeding Assistant
% of Days 35%
3 Other Physician
% of Days 21%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 18%
1 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 26%
1 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 2%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total census
186 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
1 resident (0.5%)
Medicaid
3 residents (1.6%)
Private pay or other
182 residents (97.8%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Family Member Group

Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Nurse Aide Training

State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site

Active Family Council

Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, and activities.

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 8.7
In line with State average

State average: 8.7

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 19.8
28% worse than State average

State average: 15.5

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 21.8%
67% worse than State average

State average: 13.1%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 11.3%
30% better than State average

State average: 16.2%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 26.3%
55% worse than State average

State average: 17.0%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 2.3%
21% better than State average

State average: 3.0%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 4.4%
29% better than State average

State average: 6.1%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.4%
16% better than State average

State average: 1.6%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 3.8%
39% better than State average

State average: 6.2%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.2%
95% better than State average

State average: 2.8%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 18.0%
24% worse than State average

State average: 14.5%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.9%
10% better than State average

State average: 90.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
10% better than State average

State average: 90.6%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 98.1%
23% better than State average

State average: 79.5%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 5.0%
195% worse than State average

State average: 1.7%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
28% better than State average

State average: 78.0%

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