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George Washington Health & Rehabilitation

1510 Collingwood Road

4.1(207 ratings)· Alexandria average: 4.4

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Quick Facts

Total units
96
Medicare rating
3 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
For profit, Limited Liability company
Certified beds
96
Care combination
Offers dementia care alongside skilled nursing

What Families Think

George Washington Health & Rehabilitation is a skilled nursing and long-term care community in Alexandria, VA, with a 4.1 Google rating from over 200 reviewers, though no detailed reviewer comments were provided to summarize specific experiences.

The Good

  • Around-the-clock skilled nursing care
  • Dedicated dementia care available
  • On-site rehabilitation gym
  • Outdoor patio garden and recreation area
  • Transportation services for residents
  • Beauty and barber shop on-site

The Bad

  • No published pricing information available

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

George Washington Health & Rehabilitation is a senior living community in Alexandria, Virginia offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Outdoor Patio and Gathering / Activity Spaces. Families rate it 4.1 out of 5 across 207 reviews.

About George Washington Health & Rehabilitation

George Washington Health & Rehabilitation in Alexandria, Virginia provides short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and dementia care with around-the-clock skilled nursing services in a residential setting.

The community emphasizes a "People First" care philosophy alongside state-of-the-art rehabilitation services and advanced treatment modalities, supported by a dedicated staff.

Amenities include an outdoor recreation area, patio garden, rehabilitation gym, beauty and barber shop, library, and pastoral support. The community also provides transportation services for residents.

Types of Care at George Washington Health & Rehabilitation

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Bathroom
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Chapel / Religious Services
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)
  • Outdoor Patio
  • Salon / Barber
  • Security
  • Transportation Services

Activities

  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of George Washington Health & Rehabilitation

4.1overall · 207 ratings combined

4.1★ on Google (207)

Brian SDR

Aug 2026

via Google

George Washington health and rehab is a terrible nursing home one of the nurses ripped multiple holes in my anus when she was repeatedly jamming a rectal catheter in me she kept messing up saying oops pulling it out and jamming it back in was so painful. I have had two surgeries already for the damage she caused and the damages are not fixable I have ropes through the holes now for the rest of my life and I'm only in my 40s, do not trust these people with your care. I was there for physical therapy after I had a stroke now I have permanent injuries to my anus. I feel like I've been sexually abused never had any problems with my ass. This facility should be shut down if they sexually abused their patients like this they did it to me in my 40s how many elderly patients have they done this to? I am so devastated they let a nurse like that abuse my body especially without another medical worker there to witness what she was attempting to do

Loucious Hires

Aug 2026

via Google

★★★★☆ A Caring Rehabilitation Experience with Some Truly Exceptional Staff<br><br>After an extended hospital stay, my mother-in-law needed inpatient rehabilitation before returning home. After researching several facilities and reading reviews, our family chose George Washington Health and Rehabilitation Center. We were apprehensive at first, but Sally and Regina reassured us, and we are thankful they did.<br><br>Several staff members provided what we consider truly **5-star care and service**:<br><br>Regina, Activities Director, and Angie, Assistant Activities Director – Their kindness and positive spirit helped keep my mother-in-law engaged. She loved bingo, popcorn, puzzles, and the other activities.<br><br>Sally – Reassured our family, answered our questions, and helped us feel comfortable with our decision.<br><br>Evans – Kind, helpful, and always willing to assist.<br><br>Fatima, RN – We always felt comfortable knowing she was caring for my mother-in-law. That sense of trust means a great deal to a family.<br><br>Antoine – My mother-in-law ate very well during her stay, which was important to us, and he provided us with copies of the menus.<br><br>Ameen, Social Worker – Helped ensure a smooth transition home and coordinated the services and care she would need.<br><br>Tina – My mother-in-law said Tina gave her the best bath ever! Those personal touches matter.<br><br>Jason, Physical Therapist – Motivated her to get moving and even got her exercising on the bike.<br><br>Moshe and Louisa, Occupational Therapists – Moshe taught us how to safely assist her at home, while Louisa had us practice transfers as though we were getting her in and out of our car. That practical preparation gave us confidence about bringing her home.<br><br>Dorian, Speech Therapist – Reminded my mother-in-law that exercising her brain was just as important as exercising her body. She especially enjoyed reciting one of her favorite Scriptures with him.<br><br>There were also a couple of night-shift staff members whose names we unfortunately did not get who were very attentive and kind.<br><br>The physical, occupational, and speech therapy teams were outstanding —professional, knowledgeable, encouraging, and genuinely invested in my mother-in-law’s recovery. Just as importantly, they prepared our family for caring for her safely at home.<br><br>The Center is undergoing significant renovations that should greatly enhance the facility. Our only recommendation would be to better manage renovation work around residents’ sleeping hours, as some work occurred very early or later than we would have preferred.<br><br>We also experienced some slower call-button response times during portions of the overnight shift, and there were occasions when lights were turned on without warning while my mother-in-law was sleeping. For elderly residents recovering from hospitalization, rest and gentle nighttime interactions matter.<br><br>In fairness, we recognize that we could have raised these concerns with management sooner and given them an opportunity to address them. These issues are why we gave 4 stars instead of 5, but they do not overshadow the many positive experiences we had.<br><br>Overall, we are grateful our family chose George Washington Health and Rehabilitation Center. Most importantly, we are thankful for those who treated my mother-in-law with **kindness, dignity, patience, and compassion** during an important time in her recovery.<br><br>To Regina, Angie, Sally, Evans, Fatima, Antoine, Ameen, Tina, Jason, Moshe, Louisa, Dorian, and all the other staff who cared for her—thank you. Your work matters, and our family noticed and appreciated it.

Peggy Sanders Funderburk

Jul 2026

via Google

I AM HERE NOW.I GOT HERE 9:50 PM ON MONDAY AND WAS READY TO LEAVE.THE SUPERVISOR TALK WITH ME SAYING"GIVE US A CHANCE".AFRICIAN MALE WORKED THAT NITE AND NOW DAYS IS SUPERB.THAT SMILE EVERYTIME I SEE HIM.GREETING.EXCEPT FOR THE TALL FEMALE IN SHIFT OF AROUND 4:50,IN MORNING COMING IN PULLING MY COVER RIGHT OFF MY HEAD.THAT PERSON I TO THE UTMOST"JESUS"SAVES.I DONT KNOW WHERE I AM,GETTING MYSELF SETTLED AND THIS FEMALE GIANT SNATCHES OFF MY COVER.BOTH MY FISTS WERE BALLED UP AND I SAID TO HER"HAVE YOU LOST YOUR MINE?IF YOU MUST CHECK ON A PATIENT TO SEE IF THEY ARE ALIVE,BREATHING,THAT IS NOT HOW YOU DO IT.TAP THE FEET FROM THE SIDE,CALL THE NAME STATE YOU CHECKING ON ME BECAUSE YOUR NEW ETC.I DONT WANT HER NEAR ME.THEN I GOT HER AGAIN,ASKED FOR SOME ICE CHIPS,GUESS SHE DIDNT LIKE THE LOOK I GAVE HER,SO SHE GRUNT"UUN"LIKE SHE IN PAIN,TOLD HER IF YOU IN PAIN GO HOME,AND DONT COME IN HERE FOR ME,ATTITUDE YOU NOT NEEDED HERE.THE MAJORITY OF STAFF,PT/OPT HAVE BEEN VERY PATIENT WITH ME.I AM NOT MYSELF.I WAS AT A SHELTER BEFORE MY SURGERY,I CANT AFFORD TO LIVE OR HAVE A BED HERE,SO I DONT KNOW WHAT I WILL DO.DONT NEED TO BE IN SHELTER AFTER TWO BLOOD CLOTS OFF THE HEART.PRAYER IS NEEDED,AGAIN.I AM TIRED NOW SO THANK YOU.

cynthia collins

Jul 2026

via Google

Low level care, physical therapy failed my mother by not treating her as an individual And not taking into account everything that was involved in her recovery. My mother entered the facility, walking with assistance to not walking at all!<br>Poor communication among staff, nurses, aids, and family members<br>For a facility that talked about discharge every week when it came to discharging my mother, everything that was needed was not in place; such as proper paperwork and after health care instructions wheelchair, etc.<br><br>Giving it one star because there was only one individual at the facility who was helpful in my mother‘s Daily care<br>PT was sloppy with wheelchair parts left in room under bed in bathrooms tripping Hazzard on a daily basis! Cleaning staff minimal.<br>I highly do not recommend!

Maya Diallo

Jul 2026

via Google

I had an excellent experience with the admissions department. The admissions representative was welcoming, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about making the process as smooth and stress-free as possible. They took the time to answer all of my questions, explained everything clearly, and kept me informed every step of the way. Their professionalism, patience, and compassion made a difficult process much easier. Thank you for providing such outstanding service Michael.

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Government Inspection History

5 inspection visits in the last three years, 57 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Aug 15, 2024Health Complaint5 citations
  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 6, 2024

  • Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 6, 2024

  • Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 6, 2024

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 6, 2024

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 6, 2024

Nov 1, 2023Health Complaint6 citations
  • Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 9, 2023

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 4, 2023

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 9, 2023

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 4, 2023

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 4, 2023

  • Provide or obtain x-rays/tests when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 4, 2023

Jun 14, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard12 citations
  • Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 18, 2023

  • Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 18, 2023

  • Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 18, 2023

  • Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 18, 2023

  • Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 18, 2023

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 18, 2023

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 18, 2023

  • Employ or obtain outside professional resources to provide services in the nursing home when the facility does not employ a qualified professional to furnish a required service.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 18, 2023

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 18, 2023

  • 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.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 18, 2023

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 18, 2023

  • Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 18, 2023

Jan 20, 2022Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard14 citations
  • Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 24, 2022

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 24, 2022

  • Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 24, 2022

  • Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 24, 2022

  • 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.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 24, 2022

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 24, 2022

  • Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 24, 2022

  • Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 24, 2022

  • Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 24, 2022

  • Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 24, 2022

  • Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 24, 2022

  • Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 9, 2022

  • Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 9, 2022

  • Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 9, 2022

Oct 10, 2019Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard20 citations
  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 24, 2019

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

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 24, 2019

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

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 24, 2019

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 24, 2019

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 24, 2019

  • Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 24, 2019

  • Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 24, 2019

  • Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 24, 2019

  • Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 15, 2020

  • Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 15, 2020

  • Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 15, 2020

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 15, 2020

  • Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 15, 2020

  • Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 15, 2020

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 24, 2019

  • Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 24, 2019

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 24, 2019

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 24, 2019

  • Develop a communication plan.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 24, 2019

  • Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 24, 2019

Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does George Washington Health & Rehabilitation offer?

George Washington Health & Rehabilitation offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is George Washington Health & Rehabilitation located?

George Washington Health & Rehabilitation is located at 1510 Collingwood Road in Alexandria, Virginia.

What do families say about George Washington Health & Rehabilitation?

George Washington Health & Rehabilitation is a skilled nursing and long-term care community in Alexandria, VA, with a 4.1 Google rating from over 200 reviewers, though no detailed reviewer comments were provided to summarize specific experiences.

How did George Washington Health & Rehabilitation do on recent health and safety inspections?

George Washington Health & Rehabilitation had 5 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 57 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.

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