District of Columbia · CMS Data August 2026
Nursing Homes With Low Antipsychotic Use in District of Columbia
Where Are the Nursing Homes With Low Antipsychotic Use in District of Columbia?
CMS Care Compare lists 13 nursing homes where fewer long-stay residents receive antipsychotic medication than the national median in District of Columbia, out of 17 certified nursing homes (data from August 2026). The most are in Washington (13). 6 of them are rated 4 or 5 stars overall.
- Matching homes
- 13
- All homes in District of Columbia
- 17
- Rated 4 or 5 stars
- 6
- Average overall stars
- 3.5
How this list is made: The home's share of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication (CMS measure 481, four-quarter average) is below the national median. Homes are ordered by CMS's overall rating, then its inspection rating.
- 104+ stars for staffing
- 9Nurse turnover below the national median
- 5No fines or payment denials
- 7Nonprofit
- 13Medicaid certified
All 13, by CMS Rating
| Nursing home | City | Overall | Inspections | Staffing | Quality |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeanne Jugan Residence | Washington | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Lisner Louise Dickson Hurthome | Washington | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Forest Hills of DC | Washington | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| Knollwood Hsc | Washington | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| Serenity Rehabilitation and Health Center LLC | Washington | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| Unique Rehabilitation and Health Center LLC | Washington | 4 | 2 | 5 | 5 |
| Ingleside at Rock Creek | Washington | 3 | 3 | 1 | 5 |
| Inspire Rehabilitation and Health Center LLC | Washington | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 |
| Stoddard Baptist Nursing Home | Washington | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 |
| Bridgepoint Subacute and Rehab Capitol Hill | Washington | 3 | 2 | 3 | 5 |
| Harborside Health & Rehabilitation | Washington | 2 | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| Ascension Living Carroll Manor | Washington | 2 | 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Deanwood Rehabilitation and Wellness Center | Washington | 2 | 1 | 5 | 4 |
Stars are out of 5; blank cells are ratings CMS doesn't report for that home.
Matching Homes by City
| City | Matching homes | 4 or 5 stars |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing homes in Washington | 13 | 6 |
More About This List
Read why antipsychotic use matters in dementia care. For assisted living and memory care rules, Medicaid limits and the ombudsman, see senior care in District of Columbia. For local services, call the Eldercare Locator at 1-800-677-1116.
Other lists for District of Columbia: highest-rated nursing homes in District of Columbia, nursing homes that accept medicaid in District of Columbia, nonprofit nursing homes in District of Columbia.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Many Nursing Homes With Low Antipsychotic Use Are in District of Columbia?
13 of the 17 CMS-certified nursing homes in District of Columbia meet this rule: The home's share of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication (CMS measure 481, four-quarter average) is below the national median.
Which Nursing Home With Low Antipsychotic Use in District of Columbia Rates Highest?
By CMS's overall rating, then its inspection rating, Jeanne Jugan Residence in Washington (5 stars), Lisner Louise Dickson Hurthome in Washington (5 stars) and Forest Hills of DC in Washington (5 stars) rank highest. Visit and check the latest inspection report before you decide.
Why Does Antipsychotic Use Matter?
FDA warns that antipsychotic drugs raise the risk of death in older adults with dementia-related psychosis, and CMS tracks how often long-stay residents receive them. The national median in this data is 13% of long-stay residents.
How Do You Check a Nursing Home in District of Columbia?
Read its Care Compare page for the full inspection reports, visit at different times, and ask about staffing and openings. District of Columbia's Office of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman can answer questions about residents' rights.