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One of Darlington's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
1200 E National Cemetery Road, Florence, SC 29506 · Florence County




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Typically 96% full (50 of 52 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.
If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
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Veteran Village is a government-owned skilled nursing facility in Florence, SC, with 52 certified beds and an average of about 50 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 5.80 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.75 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. On the safety record, CMS notes 0 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 12 federal fines totaling $47,631 in the recent record.
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $7,880–$9,710/mo (median $8,560) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Florence prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (6 citations on record — showing the latest 6). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-10-11 | Fine | $4,256 |
| 2024-10-11 | Fine | $4,256 |
| 2023-10-23 | Fine | $4,545 |
| 2023-10-17 | Fine | $4,545 |
| 2023-10-10 | Fine | $4,545 |
| 2023-10-02 | Fine | $3,228 |
| 2023-09-11 | Fine | $10,489 |
| 2023-08-28 | Fine | $2,797 |
1200 E National Cemetery Road, Florence, SC
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Talk to an advisor about this communityVeteran Village does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Florence, SC area typically runs $7,880–$9,710 per month (median $8,560, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
Medicare (CMS) rates Veteran Village 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
Staff provide about 5.80 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
Veteran Village has 6 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-02-12). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Typically 96% full (50 of 52 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
Veteran Village in Florence, SC offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 52 beds.
Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.
Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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