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| Carroll Manor Nursing & Rehab Center | MC IL NH | Independent Living In Washington (Northeast Washington) | 252 | No | 34 | - |
| Sunrise of Connecticut Ave | MC AL HC | Assisted Living In Washington (Northwest Washington) | - | Yes | 72 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| The Fitzgerald | MC AL IL | Assisted Living In Washington (Northwest Washington) | - | Yes | 92 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Inspīr Embassy Row | MC AL | Assisted Living In Washington (Northwest Washington) | - | No | 99 | - |
| Ingleside at Rock Creek, a CCRC | MC AL HC IL NC NH | Assisted Living In Washington (Northwest Washington) | 34 | No | 42 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| The Residences at Thomas Circle | MC AL IL | Assisted Living In Washington (Northwest Washington) | - | No | 98 | - |
| Grand Oaks Assisted Living | MC AL RC | Assisted Living In Washington (Northwest Washington) | - | Yes | 27 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Maple Heights Senior Living | MC AL | Assisted Living In Washington (Sixteenth Street Heights) | - | No | 89 | - |
| Forest Hills of DC | MC AL NH RC | Assisted Living In Washington (Northwest Washington) | 55 | No | 79 | - |
| Armed Forces Retirement Home – Washington DC | MC AL NH | Assisted Living In Washington (Northwest Washington) | - | No | 71 | Private Rooms |
| Knollwood Life Plan Community | MC AL IL NC NH | Assisted Living In Washington (Northwest Washington) | 69 | No | 15 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Stoddard Baptist Nursing Home | MC HC NC NH RC | Memory Care In Washington (Crestwood) | 164 | No | 53 | - |
| Inspire Rehabilitation & Health Center | MC HC NH PC | Memory Care In Washington (Northwest Washington) | 180 | No | 99 | - |
| Capitol City Rehabilitation and Healthcare DC | MC HC NH PC RC | Memory Care In Washington (Southeast Washington) | 360 | No | 73 | - |
Knollwood Life Plan Community is an exceptional life plan community in Washington, D.C., that offers comprehensive care options, including independent living, assisted living, memory support, and rehabilitation. With its tight-knit environment, the community strives to provide older adults with comfortable and secure residences. 24-hour care, social programs, and therapeutic services are also offered for reisdents’ holistic wellness. Utilizing innovative solutions, the community goes above and beyond to enrich residents’ living experiences.
Stimulating activities are conducted to improve the cognition of those with memory loss, as well as recreational opportunities to help them connect with peers. A spa whirlpool baths, scenic pathways, and a community vegetable garden are just some of the community’s unique features, dedicated for residents’ leisure and wellness. Surrounded by lush trees and serene green spaces, residents here are guaranteed a relaxing retirement. This senior living community is one of Washington’s finest retirement communities, as reflected on its high-quality services and wide range of amenities.
Overview of Stoddard Baptist Nursing Home
Stoddard Baptist Nursing Home, situated in Washington, D.C., is a long-term care facility providing skilled nursing services, rehabilitation, respite care, and hospice care. This nursing home facility offers a holistic approach in caring for their long-term residents by providing a comprehensive list of services and amenities. Such services include 24hr nursing care and monitoring, meal preparations, medication management, and memory care services for residents with Alzheimer’s, and dementia.
They also offer personalized assistance with daily activities, medical care, as well as engaging social activities to improve the quality of life for their elderly residents. Dedicated to fostering a sense of community and enhancing the well-being of its residents, Stoddard Baptist Nursing Home makes sure that each resident receives quality care of their residents’ mind, body, and spirit.
Inspire Rehabilitation and Health Center is a skilled nursing facility in Washington D.C. that is committed to creating a home away from home where senior residents are valued and cared for with dignity and respect Driven by the passion to care, the nursing center provides comprehensive long-term and rehabilitative services in a warm, comfortable, homelike setting.
Inspire Rehabilitation and Health Center strives to maintain the highest standard of care, ensuring that residents can thrive and enjoy life to the fullest, whether they’re staying for a short-term stay or a long-term living arrangement. Their staff and consultants collaboratively develop personalized treatment plans, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy, wound care, pain management, and more.
Overview of Capitol City Rehabilitation and Healthcare Dc
Capitol City Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, located in Washington, D.C., is a skilled nursing facility specializing in long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, respite care, and hospice services. Their comprehensive services include medical care, therapy programs, and personalized support, with a focus on promoting independence and overall well-being. This long term care facility offers both shared and private living spaces, where they have access to 24 hour skilled nursing care, medication management assistance, and individualized treatment plans.
Capitol City Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center also offers top amenities such as indoor and outdoor lounge areas, laundry services, grooming services, dietician approved meal provisions, and group activities designed to help residents stay fit and healthy in their mind and body.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these memory care communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
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Resident & Family Experience 35%
The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.
- Includes
- Review Sentiment
- Review Volume
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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- State Inspections
- Citations/Inspection
- % Inspections w/ Citations
- Complaint Visits
- Accreditations
- BBB Rating
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
- Includes
- Video Tours
- Virtual Walkthroughs
- Photo Quantity
- Photo Quality
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
- Includes
- Website Content
- Mobile Usability
- Staff Info Available
- Owner Info Available
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Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
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Environment & Pricing 5%
Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Washington, DC
What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in District of Columbia?
Assisted living in District of Columbia supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.
Does District of Columbia Medicaid cover memory care?
District of Columbia Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, but most states (including District of Columbia) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.
What is memory care?
Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.
How many memory care communities are listed on this page?
This page features 14 memory care communities in Washington, DC. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right memory care community in Washington, DC?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Washington, DC, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting memory care communities in Washington, DC?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
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