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Bruce W. Carter Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center and Nursing Home
1201 Northwest 16th Street, Miami, FL 33125
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Nursing Home
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Review Summary
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Many reviews highlight the excellent treatment and care provided at the facility, with particular praise for the wheelchair access, responsiveness, sensitivity, and overall quality of care. Veterans have expressed gratitude for the support in various aspects of their lives, including mental health, family, financial, employment, and housing issues. The facility is described as a lifeline and credited with making significant positive changes in individuals' lives.
However, there are criticisms as well, including a deeply disappointing experience in the emergency room, where a veteran felt neglected and improperly treated. Complaints about the parking lot, rude employees, and dirty common areas and bathrooms were also mentioned. Despite these negative experiences, some reviews acknowledge the facility's improvements over the years, including renovations, upgrades, and better staffing, leading to a more helpful and friendly environment.
Comparatively, some veterans believe this VA Medical Center offers the best care they have received, especially noting the efficient and caring treatment during the COVID-19 pandemic. The professionalism and courteous treatment by the staff are highlighted as exemplary. Yet, there are mentions of individual staff members being rude and unhelpful, which contrasts sharply with the overall positive feedback about the care and service provided.
In summary, while there are areas for improvement, particularly in emergency care and staff interactions, many veterans appreciate the comprehensive care, support programs, and significant positive changes at the facility. The dedication of doctors, nurses, and staff to veteran care is frequently commended, making it a valued institution for those it serves.
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What is in the Neighborhood
- The average income is $30,028, which is very low compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 87
- Low Temperature: 71
- Average Temperature: 80.2
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 258 days of rain and 106 days of sun
- Precipitation: 3.7 inches a year
- The median age is 40.4 years old, very high compared to other cities.
- 1.64% of the population are Veterans which is a very low percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
- 59.14% of the population are Foreign-born which is a very high percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
- The population is 0% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0% Asian, 11% Black or African-American, 42% Hispanic or Latino, and 44% White.
- The crime rate is 2.82 per 100 people which is average compared to other cities.
- Violent Crime: 0.69 incidents per 100 people
- Property Crime: 1.84 incidents per 100 people
- Drug-Related Crime: 0.12 incidents per 100 people
- The average life expectancy in zip code is 80.56 years old, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
- Air Quality: Good Days 158.0, Moderate Days 22.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 2.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0
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Supermarkets
Babados FOR NOW! Wholesales
1.5 miles awayPrice Choice
1.6 miles awayRicky's Meats & Deli
1.7 miles awayPublix
1.7 miles awayPresidente Supermarket
1.9 miles awayNone Found
Bus Stations
Northwest 16th Street & Northwest 12th Avenue
0.1 miles awayNorthwest 12th Avenue & Northwest 16th Street
0.1 miles awayNorthwest 12th Avenue & Northwest 19th Street
0.1 miles awayNorthwest 17th Street & Northwest 14th Avenue
0.1 miles awayCivic Center Station
0.2 miles awayBanks
Citibank
1.4 miles awayContinental National Bank
1.5 miles awayAthena Bitcoin ATM
1.6 miles awayWells Fargo
1.7 miles awayRegions Bank
1.8 miles awayHospitals
Jackson Memorial Hospital
0.1 miles awayUniversity of Miami Hospital
0.2 miles awaySylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center
0.2 miles awayBascom Palmer Eye Institute/Anne Bates Leach Eye Hospital
0.3 miles awayJackson Behavioral Health Hospital
0.4 miles awayPharmacies
Ambulatory Care Center (ACC) Pharmacy
0.3 miles awayWalgreens
1.3 miles awayBlack & White Pharmacy
1.3 miles awayNavarro
1.3 miles awayCVS Pharmacy
1.7 miles awayDentists
Healthy Children Pediatrics
0.4 miles awayUltra Smile
2.0 miles awayVizcaya Dental Arts
3.6 miles awayForma Dental
3.7 miles awayZambrano Orthodontics
4.3 miles awayParks
Wynwood
0.4 miles awayBroward Circle Park
0.5 miles awayAllapattah Mini Park
0.5 miles awayHighland Circle Mini Park
0.6 miles awaySewell Park
0.6 miles awayNone Found
Shopping
Bayside Marketplace
1.9 miles awayUltramont Mall
2.0 miles awayMiami Design District
2.1 miles awayBrickell City Centre
2.2 miles awayThe Shops at Mary Brickell Village
2.3 miles awayCulture
The Light Box at Goldman Warehouse
1.1 miles awayGallery 2612
1.3 miles awayDina Mitrani Art Gallery
1.3 miles awayThe Screening Room
1.3 miles awayMiami Acting Studio
1.3 miles awayRestaurants
Hometown Barbecue
0.4 miles awayLove Life Café
1.1 miles awayLil Greenhouse Grill
1.1 miles awayWynwood Smoke and Lounge
1.1 miles awayDOYA
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