VETERANS VICTORY HOUSE

VETERANS VICTORY HOUSE

WALTERBORO, SC 29488-6783 View Map

VETERANS VICTORY HOUSE is an Assisted Living Home in South Carolina

VETERANS VICTORY HOUSE is an Assisted Living Home in South Carolina

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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)

Nurse hours per resident 4.28/day
Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
5/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
4/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
3/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
5/5

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 home
State
Home revenue
$25.1M
Surplus of revenue
$1.8M
Governmental home State
Home revenue
$25,055,266.00
Surplus of revenue
$1,762,988.00
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

License Status
Active
Facility Type
Nursing Homes

Additional licensing details

License number: NCF-1109
CMS Certification Number: 425386

Ownership & operating entity

VETERANS VICTORY HOUSE is administrated by SMELSER, THERESA.

Owner name: SOUTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

Safety & Compliance

Care Services

Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

All Levels of Care

Skilled Nursing

Contact Information

Additional Policies & Features

Admission Criteria: Admission 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

Medical Care
Nursing Care
Rehabilitative Therapy
Pharmacy Services
Recreational and Therapeutic Activities
Social Services
Dietary Services
Transportation Services
Beauty and Barber Services
Laundry Services

Programs & Activities

Activities
Residents enjoy a full range of activities under the supervision of a trained and certified activity therapist.
Specific Programs
Admissions / Benefits, About Us, FAQs / Resources, Careers, Contact Us

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description
All 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 Included
Yes

Comparison Chart

The information below is reported by the South Carolina Department of Public Health, Bureau of Healthcare Quality.
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Address 3337.0 miles from city center

Address WALTERBORO, SC 29488-6783

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

199
Total Staff
194
Employees
5
Contractors
65,577
Total Hours (Quarter)
94
Avg Staff/Day
7.7
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse239.3 No
Licensed Practical Nurse329.1 No
Certified Nursing Assistant1107.2 No
Staff by Category
Administration
1 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
169 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
5 staff
6.9hs shift avg
Therapy Services
10 staff
7hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
1 staff
8.8hs shift avg
Dietary Services
10 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Other Services
3 staff
7hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
1%
of total hours from contractors
667 contractor hours this quarter
Feeding Assistant: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1 Other Physician: 3
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
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

Health Inspection History

Source: CMS Health Citations (Jan 2022 – Feb 2025)

3
Inspections
10
Total Citations
0
Critical (J-L)
1
Serious (G-I)
3.33
Citations/Inspection
Feb 2025
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
Minor (A-C)
0
Moderate (D-F)
9
Serious (G-I)
1
Critical (J-L)
0
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Quality of Life & Care
2
20% of total
Infection Control
1
10% of total
Resident Rights
1
10% of total
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
1
10% of total
Pharmacy Services
1
10% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections 10
Complaint Investigations 0
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
DateSeverity ?CategoryTagStatus
Feb 21, 2025 F NutritionF0812 Corrected
Jan 19, 2024 D Infection ControlF0880 Corrected
Jan 19, 2024 D PharmacyF0760 Corrected
Jan 19, 2024 D Quality of CareF0690 Corrected
Jan 13, 2022 G Abuse/NeglectF0600 Corrected
Jan 13, 2022 E NutritionF0804 Corrected
Jan 13, 2022 F NutritionF0812 Corrected
Jan 13, 2022 D Quality of CareF0685 Corrected
Jan 13, 2022 D Care PlanningF0658 Corrected
Jan 13, 2022 D Resident RightsF0550 Corrected

Facility Characteristics

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

Ownership: State Government
Part of: SC Department of Veterans Affairs
Resident Census by Payment Source
186 Total Residents
Medicare 1 (0.5%)
Medicaid 3 (1.6%)
Private Pay/Other 182 (97.8%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Family Member Group
Nurse Aide Training
Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

Quality Measures

CMS quality measures assess care quality for long-stay and short-stay residents. Lower percentages generally indicate better outcomes for most measures.

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare (Data as of Jan 2026)

High-Risk Clinical Events
8.7 Score
Near average avg: 8.7

Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline

Functional Decline
19.8 Score
28% worse than avg avg: 15.5

Composite score based on ADL decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence

Long-Stay Resident Measures

Measures for residents who stay 101 days or more. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care.

Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
21.8%
Lost Too Much Weight
3.8%
Urinary Tract Infection
1.4%
Depressive Symptoms
0.2%
Falls with Major Injury
2.3%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
99.9%
Antipsychotic Use
18.0%
Walking Ability Worsened
11.3%
Influenza Vaccine
100.0%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
4.4%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
26.3%
Short-Stay Resident Measures

Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).

Pneumococcal Vaccine
98.1% 23% better than avg : 79.5%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
5.0% 195% worse than avg : 1.7%
Influenza Vaccine
100.0% 28% better than avg : 78.0%

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