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Lisner Louise Dickson Hurt Home in Washington, DC

Lisner Louise Dickson Hurt Home is an assisted living community in Washington, DC.

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  • Interior

    A cozy living room beautifully decorated for the holiday season with a glowing Christmas tree.

  • Outdoors

    A serene winter scene showcasing bare trees and a distant building.

  • Decor

    A cozy living room scene featuring a television, a lamp, and indoor plants.

  • Building

    A view of a brick apartment building with a landscaped area and a curved driveway.

  • Architecture

    A modern building illuminated during the evening, surrounded by greenery and a winding path.

  • Trees

    A serene view of a building surrounded by greenery and a clear blue sky.

  • Lighting

    A well-lit hallway in a healthcare facility, featuring wooden floors and decorative elements along the walls.

  • Hallway

    A beautifully designed hallway featuring wood flooring and green walls, adorned with decorative plants.

5425 Western Avenue, Washington, DC 20015

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.4 from 39 reviews
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Overall Review of Lisner Louise Dickson Hurt Home

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Rehabilitation with dignity

Residents describe rehabilitation focused on dignity and medical ethics.

Several residents and family members describe rehabilitation and skilled-nursing care as more than custodial support, emphasizing dignity, ethics, and serious attention to medical needs. One review specifically contrasts the experience with what they saw in hospitals and highlights careful rehab support by multiple staff roles. Another mentions the rehab portion and says the dad was well taken care of, while a separate review reflects a traumatic experience that did not match expectations.

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Staff communication is a highlight

Staff support and communication are repeatedly praised by families and residents.

Many reviews credit the staff with attentive, caring help and quick responsiveness when needs change. Multiple reviewers also mention being kept informed about medications and care updates, and they describe staff as professional and receptive. A smaller set of reviews raises concerns about how care can differ when family is not present and includes a complaint about a nursing director, which is the main driver of negative sentiment around staff.

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Food and treats get called out

Food is a noticeable positive in resident experiences.

Some reviewers single out the food and treats as above average. Another review highlights that the rehab facility portion included tasty food. This aligns with the community listing meal service and special dietary support, including diabetes-related and other special dietary restrictions.

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Activities and social time

Residents mention social and scheduled activities as part of daily life.

Reviews describe an active social side, including interactive activities that make the stay feel connected rather than isolating. Another review notes that there were lots of activities, tying the programming to the overall rehab experience. The community also lists scheduled daily activities and devotional activities, which matches what residents describe.

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Clean facility stands out

The facility’s cleanliness is mentioned as a clear strength.

Multiple reviews explicitly call out cleanliness, describing the environment as very clean. Other positive reviews also broadly praise the facility experience, though without detailing cleanliness. Together with housekeeping services listed by the community, the feedback supports that day-to-day cleanliness is a recurring point of reassurance.

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Mixed experiences and safety cautions

Some reviews urge extra caution and say experiences varied.

A few reviews are sharply negative, describing a traumatic experience and urging families to look elsewhere. Others advise paying close attention to how loved ones are treated, especially when family is not around, and one review raises a concern about a nursing director. Because these comments conflict with the broader praise for care and communication, it’s best read as a reminder to verify expectations during the decision process.

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Features

Housing

  • 25 resident community capacity 25 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Ronald Reagan Washington National (8 miles away) Ronald Reagan Washington National (8 miles away)
  • Washington Dulles International (20 miles away) Washington Dulles International (20 miles away)

Care Services

  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Washington, D.C. offers a convenient and diverse range of amenities for seniors looking to settle down in the area. With multiple CVS Pharmacies nearby, accessible healthcare is readily available. Additionally, there are various cafes, restaurants, and parks within a few miles, providing opportunities for socialization and relaxation. Transportation options such as Metro stations are also conveniently located, making it easy to navigate the city. In terms of healthcare, there are reputable hospitals and physicians nearby for any medical needs that may arise. The presence of theaters and places of worship further add to the cultural and spiritual aspects of the community. Overall, this neighborhood offers a mix of convenience, leisure, and essential services that can cater well to senior living needs.

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.1 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (1.3 miles)
  • Tatte Bakery & Cafe (1.5 miles)
  • Lost Sock Roasters (3.6 miles)
  • Blue Bottle Coffee (4.1 miles)
  • Tatte Bakery & Cafe (4.4 miles)
  • The Coffee Bar (4.4 miles)
  • Unconventional Diner (5 miles)

Parks

  • Chevy Chase Park (1.5 miles)
  • Rock Creek Park (1.8 miles)
  • Meridian Hill Park (3.6 miles)
  • Fort Slocum Park (3.7 miles)
  • S Street Dog Park (4.1 miles)
  • Georgetown Waterfront Park (4.3 miles)
  • Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historic Park (4.4 miles)

Transportation

  • Bethesda Metro Station (1.7 miles)
  • Medical Center Metro Station (2.7 miles)
  • Georgia Ave-Petworth Metro Station (3.6 miles)
  • Forest Glen Metro Station (4.3 miles)
  • Foggy Bottom-GWU Metro Station (4.6 miles)
  • Shaw-Howard University Metro Station (4.7 miles)
  • Grosvenor-Strathmore Metro Station (4.8 miles)

Physicians

  • Foxhall Pediatrics (2 miles)
  • Capitol Medical Group (2.3 miles)
  • Mary's Center (4.1 miles)
  • One Medical (4.3 miles)
  • Children's National - Main Hospital (4.4 miles)
  • The Centers For Advanced Orthopaedics (4.5 miles)

Restaurants

  • Cactus Cantina (2 miles)
  • Denizens Brewing Co. (3.5 miles)
  • McDonald's (3.7 miles)
  • Georgetown Cupcake (4 miles)
  • Amazing Muncheez (4.1 miles)
  • Pinstripes (4.1 miles)
  • George's King of Falafel & Cheesesteak (4.1 miles)

Hospitals

  • Sibley Memorial Hospital (2.2 miles)
  • MedStar Georgetown University Hospital (3.5 miles)
  • Georgetown University Hospital Pasquerilla Center (3.6 miles)
  • Medstar Washington Hospital Center (4.3 miles)
  • Children's National Medical Center (4.4 miles)
  • Holy Cross Hospital (4.5 miles)
  • Howard University Hospital (4.6 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Georgetown 14 (4.2 miles)
  • Alamo Drafthouse Cinema DC Bryant Street (5.4 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception (4.9 miles)
  • Christ Congregational Church (5 miles)

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