Baldomero Lopez Memorial Veterans Nursing Home
Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise compassionate and attentive nursing staff. Still worth an in-person visit.
based on 24 Google reviews

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What this means for your family
This facility maintains a consistently high reputation for compassionate, personalized care, particularly for veterans with complex needs like dementia. Because there are no negative patterns reported, families can feel confident in the facility's standard of care, though it is always recommended to schedule a tour to observe staff-resident interactions firsthand.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
24 reviews analyzed“Baldomero Lopez Memorial Veterans Nursing Home is highly regarded by families and residents for its compassionate, attentive staff and clean, well-maintained environment. Reviewers frequently highlight the facility's dedication to veteran care, noting that staff members are both professional and deeply invested in the personal well-being of those they serve.”
Quality Themes
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- Compassionate and attentive nursing staff
- Clean and well-maintained facility
- Strong focus on veteran-specific care
- High level of resident engagement and dignity
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Questions for Your Tour
- 1Given the facility's strong focus on veteran-specific care, what unique programs or traditions do you have to honor the service of your residents?
- 2With a 4-star staffing rating, how do you ensure that the nursing team maintains the high level of individual attention that families consistently praise in their feedback?
- 3Could you walk me through what a typical day looks like for a resident here, particularly regarding the engagement activities that help maintain their sense of dignity?
- 4Since the facility is highly rated for cleanliness, what is your approach to maintaining such a well-kept environment for 120 residents?
- 5How does your medical team coordinate care for residents with complex needs, and what is your protocol for handling medical emergencies on-site?
- 6I noticed the facility has a very positive reputation online; how do you foster that culture of compassion among your staff members?
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Key Review Excerpts
“I have nurses and aides who have simply memorized my preferences and idiosyncrasies and forgive me regularly when I lode my temper”
“My husband has been a resident for two years and I can't begin to tell you how well he has been taken care of. The staff are truly phenomenal.”
“He has Parkinson’s with dementia, and they have been so kind and caring. This is a great place for any veteran!”
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 · 15 measures
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Residents on antipsychotic medication
Residents needing more daily help over time
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents whose walking got worse
Residents with depression symptoms
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
This facility has 11 federal deficiencies across three surveys with no complaint-triggered issues, suggesting problems were identified through routine inspections rather than family reports. The most recurring issues involve building safety and fire protection systems, medication management, and resident rights. All deficiencies have been corrected by the facility, indicating responsiveness to regulatory concerns, though the pattern shows ongoing compliance challenges across multiple care areas.
Jan 25, 2024Routine2
Services Deficiencies
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Jan 14, 2022Routine2
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Administration Deficiencies
Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.
Oct 9, 2020Routine7
Egress Deficiencies
Meet other general requirements.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Baldomero Lopez Memorial Veterans Nursing Home
government
Chain Affiliation
Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs
8 facilities nationwide
Chain avg rating: 3.3/5 · Rank 1 of 8 (Best)
Ownership & Management
Key personnel
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