Ardie R Copas State Veterans Nursing Home
Meets baseline Medicare standards with room for improvement. A tour and talking to current residents' families is the best next step.
based on 14 Google reviews
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What this means for your family
This facility is highly regarded for its modern environment and compassionate staff, making it a very strong candidate for veterans. Because the reviews are universally positive and lack specific critical feedback, we recommend scheduling an in-person tour to observe daily interactions and ask about specific care protocols that matter most to your loved one.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
14 reviews analyzed“Ardie R. Copas State Veterans Nursing Home is consistently praised for its modern, state-of-the-art facility and the compassionate, professional demeanor of its staff. Families highlight the facility as a peaceful and welcoming environment, noting that the admissions process is supportive and the staff demonstrates genuine care for the veterans they serve.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Modern, state-of-the-art facility
- Compassionate and attentive staff
- Supportive admissions and move-in process
- Clean and welcoming environment
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Distribution
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Questions for Your Tour
- 1Given the facility's modern, state-of-the-art design, how do you utilize these specific amenities to enhance the daily social and recreational life of the residents?
- 2With the facility currently holding a 3-star health inspection rating, could you walk us through the specific improvements or changes you have implemented recently to address those findings?
- 3We noticed the staff-to-resident ratio is rated highly; how does your team ensure that this consistent level of attention is maintained across all shifts?
- 4Since this is a state veterans nursing home, what specialized programs or community events do you host to honor the unique backgrounds and service of your residents?
- 5In the event of a medical emergency, how does your on-site clinical team coordinate with local hospitals to ensure residents receive immediate and seamless care?
- 6Many families have praised the admissions and move-in process here; how do you support new residents in adjusting to their new home during those first few weeks?
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Key Review Excerpts
“Ardie R. Copas Veterans' Nursing Home is a beautiful newer VA facility in Port St. Lucie with the most amazing, caring and professional people. From admissions to move in day, I’m so thankful for the care, attentiveness and love the entire staff shows to our Veterans.”
“I visited this facility without an appointment. The facility and the staff were lovely, and you could tell they love what they do! In particular, Miss Devin took the time to talk with me about my situation with my dad.”
“We appreciate everyone at Ardie Copas Veterans Home for their guidance and assistance in moving in our Veteran and offering a wonderful brand new state of the art nursing home to Veterans.”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026This facility meets the national staffing benchmarks. Higher staffing is linked to fewer falls and better day-to-day care.
Quality Measures
Quality Measures
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures
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Residents whose walking got worse
Residents needing more daily help over time
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents with depression symptoms
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
This facility has a concerning pattern with families filing complaint reports that triggered inspection deficiencies in treatment and medication management. The facility shows recurring issues across all three surveys in medication oversight, respiratory care, and treatment planning, with some problems like respiratory care deficiencies appearing multiple times. While all identified deficiencies have correction dates, the persistence of similar care quality issues across surveys suggests ongoing challenges with consistent care delivery.
Jun 19, 2025Routine7
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Egress Deficiencies
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Mar 12, 2025Complaint2
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Mar 14, 2024Routine7
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
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.
Administration Deficiencies
Keep complete, dated laboratory records in the resident's record.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Ardie R Copas State Veterans Nursing Home
government
Chain Affiliation
Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs
8 facilities nationwide
Chain avg rating: 3.3/5 · Rank 4 of 8
Ownership & Management
Key personnel
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