Capitol View Plaza Phase II is an assisted living community in Washington, DC.
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5929 E Capitol St SE # 104, Washington, DC 20019
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
4.4 from 100 reviews
5 stars
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4 stars
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Overall Review of Capitol View Plaza Phase II
common14 reviews mention this
Friendly, helpful staff stands out
Residents and visitors most often highlight the staff’s friendliness and helpfulness.
Multiple reviews describe staff who are friendly, welcoming, and eager to assist, with mentions of top-notch customer service when people need help. A few reviews also note that service can be inconsistent, including moments when staff did not acknowledge someone right away or felt strict in how they handled requests. Overall, the staff experience is a consistent theme, with both positive interactions and occasional friction tied to responsiveness and approach.
common10 reviews mention this
Clean, quiet spaces are appreciated
Clean, quiet conditions are a recurring part of the experience people mention.
Reviewers repeatedly say the space is clean and quiet, including comments that the facility feels well-managed and peaceful. Some mention specific quietness or calmness during their visit, while others bring up cleanliness-related concerns like debris or insects in the computer areas. Even with those drawbacks, cleanliness and noise level are still among the most frequently discussed day-to-day impressions.
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Activities and children’s programming
Story times and children-focused activities are a strong draw for many visitors.
Several reviews point to engaging children’s spaces and programs, including story time and activities that keep kids occupied. People describe the children’s area as large, bright, and built around events, and they recommend checking schedules for age-appropriate activities. At the same time, at least one reviewer says staffing shortages changed what was available, with fewer elements than they remembered from earlier visits.
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Renovations and staffing can disrupt
Recent maintenance and staffing issues come up as sources of disappointment.
A few reviews mention closures and renovation-related downtime, including entries that call out being closed for renovations or updates taking longer than expected. Separately, at least one reviewer describes visiting during a period of short staffing, including uncertainty about whether parts of the building would be open. These complaints focus more on operations than the long-term quality people describe on other visits.
common3 reviews mention this
Transit and local stops nearby
People say getting there is convenient, including access to transit.
Some reviews mention easy access and convenience, including one callout about a bus stop out front and another about being convenient to Metro. That lines up with the nearby mix of stations and common errands in the area, which can make it simpler to reach for appointments or outings. Visitors also describe the surrounding neighborhood setting as practical for quick visits.
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Features
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Amenities
Activities on-site
Devotional services off-site
Indoor common areas
Transportation
Ronald Reagan Washington National (7 miles away)
Baltimore-Washington International (24 miles away)
Care Services
Ambulatory care
Diabetic care
Dining
Meals provided
Activities
Activities on-site
Devotional activities offsite
Nearby Places of Interest
Transportation
Benning Road Metro Station (1.2 miles)
Stadium-Armory Metro Station (3.3 miles)
Potomac Avenue Metro Station (3.8 miles)
Eastern Market Metro Station (4.4 miles)
New Carrollton Amtrak Station (4.7 miles)
Rhode Island Ave - Brentwood Metro Station (4.9 miles)
NoMa-Gallaudet U Metro Station (4.9 miles)
Restaurants
McDonald's (1.7 miles)
McDonald's (1.9 miles)
McDonald's (1.9 miles)
Chick-Fil-A (2.5 miles)
Chick-Fil-A (3 miles)
McDonald's (3.5 miles)
Sonic Drive-In (3.6 miles)
Pharmacies
CVS Pharmacy (1.8 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.3 miles)
Shoppers Food & Pharmacy (2.3 miles)
Walgreens (3.1 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.2 miles)
Shoppers Food & Pharmacy (3.2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.7 miles)
Hospitals
Riverside Medical District Heights (2.7 miles)
St Elizabeths Hospital (4.9 miles)
Children's National Medical Center (6 miles)
Parks
L'Enfant Square (3.2 miles)
Lincoln Park (4 miles)
Stanton Park (4.6 miles)
The Yards Park (4.8 miles)
Capitol Reflecting Pool (5.3 miles)
Southwest Duck Pond (5.7 miles)
Cafes
Starbucks (3.5 miles)
Starbucks (3.8 miles)
Wine & Butter Cafe & Market (4.1 miles)
Starbucks (4.3 miles)
Vigilante Coffee (4.6 miles)
Philz Coffee (4.7 miles)
Slipstream (4.9 miles)
Physicians
Dr Jenkin's Office (4.3 miles)
One Medical (5.2 miles)
Children's National - Main Hospital (6 miles)
Places of Worship
St Peter's School on Capitol Hill (4.7 miles)
St Joseph Catholic Church on Capitol Hill (4.8 miles)
Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception (5.5 miles)
Theaters
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema DC Bryant Street (5 miles)
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Assisted Living
Activities on-site
Devotional services off-site
Indoor common areas
Ronald Reagan Washington National (7 miles away)
Ambulatory care
Diabetic care
Meals provided
High-acuity memory care with personalized plans, private rooms, and active on-/off-site programs.
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