The 10 Worst Nursing Homes in DC

Finding the Right Nursing Home in DC: Why It Matters

When it comes to choosing a nursing home for your loved ones in DC, it's crucial to have access to accurate and comprehensive information. Our "Worst Nursing Homes in DC" page aims to provide you with insights into the facilities that have fallen short in various aspects of care. Understanding these ratings can help you make more informed decisions and ensure the well-being of those who matter most.

Top Worst Nursing Homes in DC

Our state rankings highlight the nursing homes in DC that have received the lowest quality scores based on a variety of factors, including health inspections, staffing levels, and resident care. These scores are designed to give you a clear picture of which facilities may require closer scrutiny.

Factors Considered:

• Health and safety inspections
• Staffing ratios
• Resident care and outcomes
• Compliance with federal and state regulations

Our scoring methodology is transparent and designed to provide an unbiased look at each facility's performance. Nursing Homes with the warning icon () have been flagged by CMS for abuse.

Disclaimer: Our rankings are based on data collected from reputable sources, including government reports and independent evaluations. While we strive for accuracy, we encourage you to visit facilities and conduct your own research before making any decisions.

Worst Nursing Homes in DC By City

Every city in DC has its own set of challenges and standards when it comes to nursing home care. To help you find the information most relevant to your location, we've compiled city-specific rankings of the worst-rated nursing homes. Click on the links below to explore the detailed lists for each city.

Worst Nursing Homes in Washington

• Capitol City Rehab and Healthcare Center (932)
  • Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. (2026-04-15)
  • Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods. (2026-04-15)
• Deanwood Rehabilitation and Wellness Center (602.5)
  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. (2026-03-03)
  • Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. (2026-03-03)
• Bridgepoint Subacute and Rehab Capitol Hill (391.5)
  • 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. (2025-08-04)
  • Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. (2025-07-28)
• Hillside Manor Nursing Home (367.75)
  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. (2026-04-06)
  • Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. (2026-02-08)
• Washington Ctr For Aging Svcs (341)
  • Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge. (2025-09-28)
  • Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. (2025-09-28)
• Unique Rehabilitation and Health Center LLC (337)
  • Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. (2025-12-09)
  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. (2025-12-09)
• Ascension Living Carroll Manor (332.75)
  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. (2026-05-16)
  • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. (2026-05-16)
• Harborside Health and Rehabilitation (233.25)
  • Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident?s advance directives. (2026-04-21)
  • Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. (2026-04-21)
• Inspire Rehabilitation and Health Center LLC (211.25)
  • Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. (2026-04-01)
  • Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. (2026-04-01)
• Washington Senior Living (186.5)
  • Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. (2025-08-20)
  • Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. (2025-08-07)

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Worst Nursing Homes in WASHINGTON DC

Worst Nursing Homes in OLNEY

• Richland Nursing and Rehab (191.75)
  • Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. (2026-03-07)
  • Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. (2026-02-22)
• Helia Healthcare of Olney (53)
  • Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. (2026-01-15)
  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. (2026-01-15)
• Olney Rehabilitation and Care Center (42)
  • Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). (2026-01-26)
  • Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. (2026-01-26)

Related Lists and Resources

While it's important to be aware of the lowest-rated facilities, we also provide resources to help you find the best care available. Check out our other lists to find top-rated nursing homes and facilities that excel in specific areas.

• Best Nursing Homes in DC
• Analysis of Nursing Homes in DC

Making Informed Decisions

Understanding our rankings and how they are derived can empower you to make better choices for your loved ones. Remember, a low rating in one area doesn't necessarily mean a facility is entirely unsuitable; it's a starting point for further investigation.

Tips for Evaluating Nursing Homes in DC:

• Schedule visits to potential facilities
• Speak with staff and residents
• Review recent inspection reports
• Consider the specific needs of your loved one

Disclaimer: NursingHomeDatabase.com does not have a relationship, either commercial or otherwise, with any of the skilled nursing facilities referred to on this site. This is an independent resource that tries to make more and better information available to the public.

More Resources for Families

Navigating the world of nursing home care can be overwhelming. Here are some resources to help you make the best decisions for your family:

• The Role of Family in Nursing Home Care
• Navigating Medicaid for Nursing Home Care
• How to Handle a Nursing Home Discharge
• Understanding Nursing Home Ratings and What They Mean
• Questions to Ask During a Nursing Home Visit