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Knollwood is a nonprofit Life Plan Community in Washington, DC with ties to the Army Distaff Foundation, serving those who have served in the military. Reviewers consistently praise the staff's kindness, professionalism, and responsiveness, especially during rehab and transitions to long-term care, and one reviewer noted the facility is now under new leadership with attentive nursing staff.
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Knollwood Life Plan Community is a senior living community in Washington, District of Columbia offering Independent Living and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Gathering / Activity Spaces, Social Activities and Housekeeping. Families rate it 4.0 out of 5 across 23 reviews.
Knollwood is a Life Plan Community in Washington, District of Columbia, offering independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care. The community is a non-profit organization rooted in a legacy of service, supported by the Army Distaff Foundation, and provides care for those who have served in the military.
The community emphasizes compassionate care and vibrant living as core components of its mission. Knollwood is committed to providing long-term security and support for its residents through integrated levels of care designed to accommodate changing health needs over time.
The community hosts regular events and programs for residents, including panel discussions and luncheons such as the Northwest Neighbor Village-Knollwood Panel Discussion Luncheon, offering social engagement and opportunities to stay informed about community activities.
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Stephen Martin
Jul 2026
The staff at Knollwood have been extremely helpful and supportive during my friend’s stay in rehab! They have also provided crucial assistance in transferring him to their long term care. We look forward to being here at Knollwood for the foreseeable future. God is good!
Richard McGarity
Jun 2026
Camille in Social Services was great. Handled situations quickly and professionally. All of the support staff were kind and helpful. Medical dispensers were all super. Due to this, I was able to recover much easier !!!! Thanks. -Richard McGarity
Rose Marie
Aug 2025
Clean facility Kind, caring, and friendly staff. Knowledgeable team The facility is under new leadership. The nursing staff are constantly moving rather than sitting at the desk. My loved one has been living here for long-term care. If I need short-term or know anyone who does, I would highly recommend Knollwood.
V G
Mar 2025
I am writing to let you know how much I appreciate Anthony Burgess and his incredible contributions to Knollwood and its residents. When I first encountered Anthony, his polite demeanor and well-put-together appearance stood out. He radiates positivity with a smile that is truly contagious, brightening the atmosphere for everyone around him. His approachable nature and genuine kindness make him an invaluable asset to our community. I recently visited my loved one in the Health Services Center, and I must admit I felt pretty frustrated. However, my interaction with Tony transformed my mood entirely. His knowledge of the community and warm, welcoming presence provided me with comfort and reassurance. By the time I left the main entrance, I felt uplifted and grateful for his positive impact on my day. Anthony is undoubtedly a jewel in the Knollwood family, and I am sure many others have experienced the benefits of his dedication and spirit. His commitment to enriching the lives of residents and visitors alike is commendable and deserves recognition. Thank you for fostering such a wonderful community and for having remarkable individuals like Anthony as part of it. Warm regards, Barabra
Corey Garriott
Jan 2025
This review is not about the community but about its excellent backyard in the winter. After a snow, the hillside becomes one of the best sled hills around. Excellent sledding though you have to watch for the trees.
5 inspection visits in the last three years, 46 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 5, 2025
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 Aug 5, 2025
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 5, 2025
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 Aug 5, 2025
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 15, 2024
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 15, 2023
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 11, 2023
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 11, 2023
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 Jul 15, 2023
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 15, 2023
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 15, 2023
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 15, 2023
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 15, 2023
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 11, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 15, 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 15, 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, isolatedCorrected Jul 15, 2023
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 15, 2023
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 15, 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, isolatedCorrected Jul 15, 2023
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 Jul 15, 2023
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 15, 2023
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 Jul 15, 2023
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 28, 2021
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 28, 2021
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 28, 2021
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 28, 2021
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 28, 2021
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 28, 2021
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 28, 2021
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 28, 2021
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 28, 2021
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 28, 2021
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 28, 2021
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 10, 2019
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 10, 2019
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 10, 2019
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 10, 2019
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 10, 2019
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 Aug 10, 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 Aug 10, 2019
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 10, 2019
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 Aug 10, 2019
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 10, 2019
Post a list of names, addresses, and telephone numbers of all pertinent State agencies and advocacy groups and a statement that the resident may file a complaint with the State Survey Agency.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 10, 2019
Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 10, 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.
Knollwood Life Plan Community offers Independent Living and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Knollwood Life Plan Community is located at 6200 Oregon Ave Nw in Washington, District of Columbia.
Knollwood is a nonprofit Life Plan Community in Washington, DC with ties to the Army Distaff Foundation, serving those who have served in the military. Reviewers consistently praise the staff's kindness, professionalism, and responsiveness, especially during rehab and transitions to long-term care, and one reviewer noted the facility is now under new leadership with attentive nursing staff.
Knollwood Life Plan Community had 5 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 46 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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