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CMS Nursing Home Compare · March 2026

Washington Ctr for Aging Svcs

2601 18th Street NE, Washington, DC 20018 · All homes in Washington

Washington Ctr for Aging Svcs, a 259-bed non profit - corporation nursing facility in Washington, DC, holds a 4-star CMS overall rating - well above the 3.0-star national average, with nurse staffing above the national norm. 3 inspection findings reached the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level.

CMS combines health inspections, nurse-staffing levels, and clinical quality measures into the overall star rating, read the components below; they often tell a sharper story than the headline.

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4 / 5
Above average · CMS overall · nat'l 3.0
4.42
Above average · nurse hrs/day · nat'l 3.89
50
Inspection findings · 3 serious
$273K
Federal penalties (3)

Health Inspection

2/5

Staffing

5/5

Quality Measures

5/5

Long-Stay Quality

4/5

Facility Information

Provider Number
095014
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Beds
259
Residents
203
In Hospital
No
County
The District
Last Inspection
Jul 16, 2024

Staffing Data

How the 4.42 total nursing hours per resident-day are staffed:

RN Hours
0.92 (nat'l avg: 0.68)
LPN Hours
0.88
CNA Hours
2.62
Total Nursing Hours
4.42 (nat'l avg: 3.89)
PT Hours
0.03
Nursing Turnover
15.1%
RN Turnover
20.0%

What the CMS Record Reveals About Washington Ctr for Aging Svcs

Washington Ctr for Aging Svcs operates 259 certified beds in Washington, DC with approximately 203 residents currently in care, and carries a CMS overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars. The overall score is a composite of three weighted sub-ratings published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: health inspection results (2★), staffing levels (5★), and quality measures (5★). Because CMS caps the overall score at the health-inspection tier and then adjusts up or down based on staffing and quality, the sub-scores often tell a sharper story than the headline star count alone, a 3-star facility with weak inspection history reads differently from one held back by thin staffing.

The inspection file contains 50 deficiency records from recent surveys, of which 3 reached the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy threshold on the CMS scope-and-severity grid. On the enforcement side, CMS has assessed 3 penalties totaling $273K against this provider, a tangible indicator that regulators moved beyond citation into financial consequence. Staffing is reported at 4.42 total nursing hours per resident day (national average 3.89), with RN coverage at 0.92 per resident day, the single staffing metric most strongly tied to resident outcomes in peer-reviewed literature.

Classified as "Non profit - Corporation" ownership and operating as a "Medicare and Medicaid" provider, Washington Ctr for Aging Svcs falls into a category where comparative context matters. National research consistently shows that ownership structure, staffing hours, and turnover are the three operational levers that correlate most strongly with resident outcomes, ratings and fines are lagging indicators of those upstream choices. Reported nursing turnover at this facility is 15.1%, within a range generally associated with stable care teams. For families evaluating this facility, the CMS record should be read alongside a site visit, direct conversation with current residents and their families, and review of the state health department's most recent inspection report, the star rating is a starting point, not a verdict. All data on this page is sourced from CMS Provider Data and the Nursing Home Compare program; always verify details directly with the facility or your state survey agency before making placement decisions.

Deficiency History (50 most recent)

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 29, 2025 Tag: 0627

Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 28, 2025

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 29, 2025 Tag: 0577

Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 28, 2025

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 11, 2025 Tag: 0842

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 17, 2025

J - Isolated - Jeopardy Jul 11, 2025 Tag: 0684

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 17, 2025

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 11, 2025 Tag: 0657

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 17, 2025

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 11, 2025 Tag: 0656

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 17, 2025

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 11, 2025 Tag: 0641

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 17, 2025

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 11, 2025 Tag: 0580

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 17, 2025

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 16, 2024 Tag: 0921

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

Category: Environmental Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 31, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 16, 2024 Tag: 0908

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

Category: Environmental Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 31, 2024

C - Widespread - No harm Jul 16, 2024 Tag: 0838

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.

Category: Administration Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 31, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 16, 2024 Tag: 0812

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 31, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 16, 2024 Tag: 0695

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 31, 2024

J - Isolated - Jeopardy Jul 16, 2024 Tag: 0689

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 31, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 16, 2024 Tag: 0685

Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 31, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 16, 2024 Tag: 0684

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 31, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 16, 2024 Tag: 0677

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 31, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 16, 2024 Tag: 0657

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 31, 2024

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Jul 16, 2024 Tag: 0656

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Oct 25, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 16, 2024 Tag: 0655

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Oct 25, 2024

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Jul 16, 2024 Tag: 0641

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 31, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 16, 2024 Tag: 0623

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 31, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 16, 2024 Tag: 0610

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 31, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 16, 2024 Tag: 0609

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 31, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 16, 2024 Tag: 0607

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 31, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 16, 2024 Tag: 0604

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 31, 2024

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Jul 16, 2024 Tag: 0569

Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 31, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 16, 2024 Tag: 0550

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 31, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 16, 2024 Tag: 0867

Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.

Category: Administration Deficiencies

Corrected: Oct 25, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Sep 14, 2023 Tag: 0867

Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.

Category: Administration Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 15, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Sep 14, 2023 Tag: 0842

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 15, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Sep 14, 2023 Tag: 0812

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 15, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Sep 14, 2023 Tag: 0755

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 20, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Sep 14, 2023 Tag: 0689

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 20, 2022

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Sep 14, 2023 Tag: 0656

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 15, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Sep 14, 2023 Tag: 0641

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 15, 2023

J - Isolated - Jeopardy Sep 14, 2023 Tag: 0600

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 15, 2023

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Sep 14, 2023 Tag: 0584

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.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Nov 15, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm May 18, 2023 Tag: 0842

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 31, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm May 18, 2023 Tag: 0689

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 31, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm May 18, 2023 Tag: 0658

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 31, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm May 18, 2023 Tag: 0656

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 31, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm May 18, 2023 Tag: 0610

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 31, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm May 18, 2023 Tag: 0609

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 31, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm May 18, 2023 Tag: 0607

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 31, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm May 18, 2023 Tag: 0606

Not hire anyone with a finding of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or theft.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 31, 2023

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Jun 22, 2021 Tag: 0919

Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

Category: Environmental Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 31, 2021

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jun 22, 2021 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 31, 2021

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Jun 22, 2021 Tag: 0842

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 31, 2021

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jun 22, 2021 Tag: 0773

Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.

Category: Administration Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 31, 2021

Quality Measures

Measure Type Score Used in Rating
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay 19.8% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay 0.6% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay 0.7% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay 0.8% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay 20.4% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay 10.7% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay 19.1% Yes
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay 0.9% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight Long Stay 3.8% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms Long Stay 0.6% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained Long Stay 0.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Long Stay 49.5% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication Long Stay 2.9% No
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Long Stay 80.2% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence Long Stay 22.9% No
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Short Stay 7.1% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Short Stay 10.9% No

Penalty History 3 penalties totaling $273K

Date Type Amount
Jul 11, 2025 Fine $165K
Jul 16, 2024 Fine $17K
Sep 14, 2023 Fine $91K
Sep 14, 2023 Payment Denial -

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall CMS rating for Washington Ctr for Aging Svcs?
Washington Ctr for Aging Svcs has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars. This rating combines health inspection results (2★), staffing levels (5★), and quality measures (5★).
What are the staffing levels at Washington Ctr for Aging Svcs?
Washington Ctr for Aging Svcs reports 4.42 total nursing hours per resident day (national average: 3.89). RN hours are 0.92 per resident day (national average: 0.68). Nursing staff turnover is 15.1%.
How many beds does Washington Ctr for Aging Svcs have?
Washington Ctr for Aging Svcs has 259 certified beds with approximately 203 residents. The facility is located at 2601 18th Street NE, Washington, DC 20018.
Does Washington Ctr for Aging Svcs have any deficiencies on record?
Yes, Washington Ctr for Aging Svcs has 50 deficiencies on record from recent inspections. Of these, 3 are classified as causing actual harm or jeopardy.
Has Washington Ctr for Aging Svcs received any fines or penalties?
Yes, Washington Ctr for Aging Svcs has received 3 penalties totaling $273K.
Who owns Washington Ctr for Aging Svcs?
Washington Ctr for Aging Svcs is classified as "Non profit - Corporation" ownership. The facility type is "Medicare and Medicaid".
When was Washington Ctr for Aging Svcs last inspected?
The most recent health inspection for Washington Ctr for Aging Svcs was on Jul 16, 2024. The facility received a health inspection rating of 2 out of 5 stars.
What quality measures are tracked for Washington Ctr for Aging Svcs?
Washington Ctr for Aging Svcs is evaluated on 17 quality measures, of which 8 are used in the CMS star rating calculation. These include measures for both long-stay and short-stay residents covering areas like infections, falls, pressure ulcers, and medication use.

Data Sources

Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare. Ratings, staffing, deficiency, quality measure, and penalty data are from CMS Provider Data. For informational purposes only. Always verify information directly with the facility or your state health department.

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare provider data (data.cms.gov). See our methodology for how this page is compiled. Ratings, staffing, health-inspection deficiency, and Civil Money Penalty records are published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services under a public-domain (CC0) license.

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