The District, District of Columbia · Nursing home
Washington Ctr for Aging Svcs
3 of 5 overall from CMS
2601 18th Street NE, Washington, DC 20018
At a glance
- Overall rating 3 of 5 Below the state average of 3.4
- Nurse time per resident, per day 4.84 hours Above the state average of 4.72
- Nursing staff who left in a year 18.6% Below the state average of 34.0%
- Health citations, last 3 inspection cycles 51 3 at the harm level or above
- Fines in 3 years $125,639 2 fines
- Certified beds in use 71.2% of 259 beds, on an average day
Arrows only show whether a figure is above or below the state average. They are not a judgment of the home.
Washington Ctr for Aging Svcs is a 259-bed nursing home in Washington, District of Columbia (The District). CMS rates it 3 of 5 stars overall as of Sep 2026. It reports 4.84 nurse staffing hours per resident per day, above the District of Columbia average of 4.72. CMS lists 2 fines totaling $125,639 in the past three years.
- Certified beds
- 259
- Residents per day (average)
- 184.4
- Certified since
- 1982 (44 yrs)
Non profit - Corporation Participates in Medicare and Medicaid
Bed use is this site's calculation: average residents per day divided by certified beds. It is an average, so it does not show today's openings.
Terms used on this page
- CMS
- The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that publishes the ratings, staffing figures, inspection results and penalties shown here.
- Certified beds
- The number of federally certified beds CMS lists for the home.
- Deficiency or citation
- A federal requirement that inspectors found the home did not meet. Each one gets a letter from A to L for how serious it was and how many residents were affected. What the letters mean
- Actual harm
- Letters G, H and I: actual harm to a resident that is not immediate jeopardy.
- Immediate jeopardy
- Letters J, K and L: the problem caused, or was likely to cause, serious injury, harm, impairment or death to a resident.
- Inspection cycle
- A standard inspection plus the complaint and infection-control citations CMS assigns to it. This page shows the three most recent cycles.
- Special Focus Facility (SFF)
- A home CMS has placed under closer oversight because of its inspection record. More about the program
Questions to ask Washington Ctr for Aging Svcs
Chosen from this home's public data.
- CMS lists 2 fines totaling $125,639 in the past three years. What changed after the most recent one?Penalties in CMS data
- Reported nurse staffing is 4.23 hours per resident on weekends against 4.84 overall. Who covers Saturdays and Sundays?Weekend staffing in CMS data
- About 71.2% of certified beds are in use on an average day. Are any units closed, or are admissions limited?Certified beds and average residents in CMS data
More in what to ask on a nursing home tour.
CMS star ratings
- Overall 3 of 5 District of Columbia average 3.4
- Health inspections 2 of 5 District of Columbia average 2.8
- Staffing 5 of 5 District of Columbia average 4.1
- Quality measures 4 of 5 District of Columbia average 4.4
The vertical line marks the District of Columbia average. Ratings run from 1 to 5. How to read CMS star ratings
Nurse staffing
Hours of care per resident per day, as the home reported to CMS.
What these roles do
Nurse aides give most hands-on daily care, such as help with bathing, dressing and meals. Licensed practical nurses give medications and routine nursing care. Registered nurses assess residents and direct their care.
- All nursing staff 4.84 h District of Columbia average 4.72
- Nurse aides 2.89 h District of Columbia average 2.66
- Licensed practical nurses 0.87 h District of Columbia average 0.60
- Registered nurses 1.08 h District of Columbia average 1.46
- All staff, weekends 4.23 h District of Columbia average 4.31
How much nurse staffing is enough? All bars share one scale, 0 to 7 hours. The vertical line marks the District of Columbia average; the national average for all nursing staff is 3.86 hours.
- Nursing staff turnover18.6%
- District of Columbia average34.0%
- Registered nurse turnover26.2%
- District of Columbia average32.5%
Quality measures
CMS calculates these from residents' assessments and Medicare claims. They are shown as published, next to the District of Columbia and national averages. marks the measures CMS uses in its quality star rating; for those, the rating gives more points for a lower rate.
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This home | District of Columbia | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 21.0% | 20.2% | 13.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 4.0% | 5.3% | 5.2% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.8% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 0.8% | 1.4% | 1.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 0.9% | 6.4% | 12.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 0.4% | 1.1% | 3.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 63.1% | 91.7% | 93.6% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 20.2% | 16.8% | 14.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 4.0% | 12.4% | 19.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 80.2% | 97.0% | 95.5% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 10.7% | 7.6% | 4.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 27.4% | 21.4% | 19.0% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 16.7% | 8.0% | 15.4% |
| ★ Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.49 | 1.25 | 1.90 |
| ★ Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 0.62 | 0.55 | 1.78 |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This home | District of Columbia | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 13.8% | 66.5% | 82.0% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 0.6% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 10.9% | 73.2% | 79.8% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 10.1% | 18.5% | 23.8% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 7.7% | 8.6% | 12.0% |
Measure periods: April 2025 to March 2026 for most measures; July 2024 to June 2025 for the flu vaccine measures; January to December 2025 for the hospital and emergency department measures, which CMS risk-adjusts. See the measures on Medicare.gov
Inspection history
Inspectors cited 51 health deficiencies in the three most recent inspection cycles. Of these, 3 were at the immediate jeopardy level; the rest were graded as no actual harm. 36 were cited in connection with a complaint investigation. The most recent citation at the harm level or above was on Jul 11, 2025: Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
| Standard inspection | Health | Fire safety |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2024 | 21 | 1 |
| Sep 14, 2023 | 17 | 3 |
| Jun 22, 2021 | 13 | 3 |
District of Columbia homes averaged 23.2 health deficiencies in the latest cycle; the national average is 9.2. Each cycle's health count covers the standard inspection on that date plus the complaint and infection-control citations CMS assigns to that cycle.
Health citations, three most recent inspection cycles (51)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
Complaint investigation · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 28, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
Complaint investigation · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 28, 2025)
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JImmediate jeopardy, isolated
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has plan of correction (Sep 17, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Complaint investigation · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has plan of correction (Sep 17, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Complaint investigation · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has plan of correction (Sep 17, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Complaint investigation · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has plan of correction (Sep 17, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Complaint investigation · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has plan of correction (Sep 17, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Complaint investigation · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has plan of correction (Sep 17, 2025)
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JImmediate jeopardy, isolated
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 31, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.
Complaint investigation · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 31, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Complaint investigation · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 31, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Complaint investigation · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 25, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Complaint investigation · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 31, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Complaint investigation · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 31, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Complaint investigation · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 31, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Complaint investigation · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 31, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Complaint investigation · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 31, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Complaint investigation · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 31, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Complaint investigation · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 25, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Complaint investigation · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 31, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 31, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 31, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 31, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 31, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Complaint investigation · Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 31, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Administration · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 25, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Complaint investigation · Environmental · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 31, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Complaint investigation · Environmental · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 31, 2024)
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CPotential for minimal harm, widespread
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Complaint investigation · Administration · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 31, 2024)
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JImmediate jeopardy, isolated
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Complaint investigation · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 15, 2023)
Showing the 30 most recent of 51.
What severity letters A to L mean
Each sentence above is the requirement that was not met, in CMS's wording. For the inspection results as Medicare publishes them, open this home's page on Medicare.gov and look under "Health inspections".
Penalties, past three years
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 11, 2025 | Fine | $108,838 |
| Jul 16, 2024 | Fine | $16,801 |
District of Columbia homes averaged 1.2 fines and $74,232 in fine amounts; the national averages are 0.9 and $30,972.
Cost
Not in the public data. CMS does not publish what a nursing home charges.
Ask the home for its daily private-pay rate and whether a bed is open for your coverage. See what Medicare covers and how Medicaid pays for a nursing home.
Compared within District of Columbia
Common questions
What is the CMS star rating for Washington Ctr for Aging Svcs?
Washington Ctr for Aging Svcs has an overall rating of 3 of 5 stars from CMS as of Sep 2026. Its health inspection rating is 2, staffing is 5 and quality measures is 4.
How many beds does Washington Ctr for Aging Svcs have?
Washington Ctr for Aging Svcs has 259 certified beds. It averages 184.4 residents per day, about 71.2% of its certified beds.
How much nursing care do residents get at Washington Ctr for Aging Svcs?
The home reports 4.84 hours of nurse staffing per resident per day, including 1.08 hours from registered nurses. The District of Columbia average is 4.72 hours and 1.46 hours from registered nurses.
Has Washington Ctr for Aging Svcs been fined?
Yes. CMS lists 2 fines totaling $125,639 in the past three years.
Does Washington Ctr for Aging Svcs accept Medicare or Medicaid?
CMS lists its participation as "Medicare and Medicaid". Ask the home whether a bed is open for your coverage.
Guides for families looking at this home
- Understanding the recordWhat to ask on a nursing home tourQuestions that turn a home's public record into a useful conversation when you tour, plus what to look for yourself.
- Understanding the recordInspection severity letters A to LHow inspectors grade each deficiency by harm and by how many residents were affected.
- Understanding the recordHow to read CMS star ratingsWhat the overall, health inspection, staffing and quality measure ratings cover, and what they leave out.
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Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home datasets processed Sep 1, 2026. CMS Certification Number 095014. See this home's official record on Medicare.gov
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