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Jun 2026
Excellent Facility. Great Admin,Med,Rehab,Care,Nutrition & Activities Staff
Suwannee Valley Nursing Center
427 15th Avenue Northwest
4.8(36 ratings)
Quick Facts
- Total units
- 60
- Medicare rating
- 4 of 5
- Ownership
- For profit, Limited Liability company
- Certified beds
- 60
- Inspections
- View history (29 citations)
- Rehab focus
- Offers short-term PT rehab stays before returning home
- Discharge support
- Staff follows up by phone or text after discharge
CMS Care Compare
What Families Think
Most reviewers describe Suwannee Valley Nursing Center as warm, attentive, and effective for short-term rehab, with several praising the physical therapy team and follow-up after discharge. However, one detailed and serious report describes understaffing, medication concerns, and a resident's death, standing in sharp contrast to the otherwise strong ratings.
The Good
- Staff described as attentive, kind, and professional
- Physical therapy program specifically praised by name
- Facility called clean and secure
- Follow-up calls and texts after discharge
The Bad
- One serious report of understaffing and delayed care
- One report described overmedication and unaddressed breathing problems
- One reviewer said food quality declined after ownership change
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Suwannee Valley Nursing Center is a senior living community in Jasper, Florida offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Families rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 36 reviews.
About Suwannee Valley Nursing Center
Suwannee Valley Nursing Center is a skilled nursing / long term care community in Jasper, Florida. The community is licensed for up to 60 residents.
Families rate Suwannee Valley Nursing Center 4.8 out of 5 based on 36 Google reviews.
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Types of Care at Suwannee Valley Nursing Center
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
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4.8overall · 36 ratings combined
4.8★ on Google (36)
Donna Gilmore
May 2026
I chose Swanee Valley as my first choice and it was the best choice I could’ve made. I was very happy with my stay. The staff was great administration was great. That means all the ones the social workers the secretaries in that line of work they were great. PT was great. I would definitely recommend Suwanee Valley nursing home to anyone whether it’s going to be your forever home which that’s where I’ve told my children the time ever comes. I need a forever home. This is where I wanna go or if you need to go just for rehab they’re great.
Dana Herring
Feb 2026
My father was recently here for a short-term stay in the PT rehab program. Rachel, Kali, and Ms. Karen were so helpful with navigating through the placement process to get my father into the nursing center. The staff was very friendly and professional. My father was treated with kindness and the PT program, (therapists Roy and Angie) helped him tremendously. The nursing center was clean and secure with several various activities for residents to participate in each week. I appreciate the care my father received and would not hesitate to use this facility again if needed in the future!
Diana Harmon
Feb 2026
The trained staff were very courteous and helpful. After discharge they called and texted to ensure I wasn't having any problems.
Yonna Lanier
Nov 2025
I noticed 5 star reviews for jasper nursing home, but was posted years ago. They sold out and the place went to crap. Understaffed. My brother was in there and died 2 days before TG. 2025. It took forever to get someone to help with him. The food was awful! His family brought him food. He was given way too much antidepressant medicine. I think he had newmonia. He kept complaining he couldn't breath. I would advise you to never put a loved one in there.
Government Inspection History
4 inspection visits in the last three years, 29 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Mar 27, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard4 citations
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 28, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 21, 2025
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 28, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 21, 2025
May 21, 2024Health Complaint2 citations
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 19, 2024
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 19, 2024
Dec 13, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard5 citations
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 25, 2024
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 25, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 25, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 25, 2024
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 25, 2024
Jun 16, 2022Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard18 citations
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 26, 2022
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 26, 2022
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 26, 2022
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 26, 2022
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 26, 2022
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 26, 2022
Provide hallway or ground-level exits in all residents' rooms.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 26, 2022
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 26, 2022
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 26, 2022
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 26, 2022
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 26, 2022
Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 26, 2022
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 26, 2022
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 26, 2022
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.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 22, 2022
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 26, 2022
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.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 26, 2022
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 26, 2022
Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does Suwannee Valley Nursing Center offer?
Suwannee Valley Nursing Center offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Where is Suwannee Valley Nursing Center located?
Suwannee Valley Nursing Center is located at 427 15th Avenue Northwest in Jasper, Florida.
What do families say about Suwannee Valley Nursing Center?
Most reviewers describe Suwannee Valley Nursing Center as warm, attentive, and effective for short-term rehab, with several praising the physical therapy team and follow-up after discharge. However, one detailed and serious report describes understaffing, medication concerns, and a resident's death, standing in sharp contrast to the otherwise strong ratings.
How did Suwannee Valley Nursing Center do on recent health and safety inspections?
Suwannee Valley Nursing Center had 4 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 29 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.
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