Overall Review of Fox Chase Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
common41 reviews mention this
Staff often feels welcoming
Residents and visitors frequently describe the staff as welcoming, helpful, and caring.
Many reviewers focus on how easy the check-in process feels and how friendly the receptionist and front desk staff are. Others describe nurses and care team members as compassionate, respectful, and responsive when family members have questions or concerns. A number of reviews also mention that caregivers are present and engaged during the stay.
common10 reviews mention this
Cleanliness and pleasant environment
Several reviews mention the facility feels clean and well kept.
Some reviewers describe the building as clean and organized, and a few mention noticing pleasant smells when they enter. At the same time, there are also negative mentions of the facility feeling dingy or smelly. Overall, cleanliness shows up often enough that it’s part of how people remember the experience.
caveat6 reviews mention this
Coordination and communication gaps
Some families report communication and care-coordination problems.
While many reviewers praise staff, a separate group raises concerns about how care is coordinated and communicated. One visitor described delays getting help for a shower, and another asked for a more consistent nurse checklist so families know what’s happening. Others mention poor communication between staff and family members, and at least one review describes staff as unresponsive or lacking clear information when care questions come up.
caveat10 reviews mention this
Serious safety and care concerns
A subset of reviews raises serious safety and quality-of-care issues.
Alongside positive accounts, multiple reviews describe experiences they felt were unsafe or negligent. Some reviewers cite missing or ineffective emergency support in-room, residents left in unsafe conditions, or problems with supervision and routine checks. Others describe failures related to hygiene, nutrition or hydration, and medication or equipment care, including instances that led to hospital-level outcomes.
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Features
Housing
21 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Ronald Reagan Washington National (10 miles away)
Washington Dulles International (22 miles away)
Baltimore-Washington International (24 miles away)
Care Services
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Pharmacies
CVS Pharmacy (0.7 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.1 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.8 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.1 miles)
Restaurants
McDonald's (0.8 miles)
Denizens Brewing Co. (1 miles)
Jollibee (3.1 miles)
Chick-Fil-A (3.5 miles)
Cactus Cantina (4.5 miles)
Garden District (5.6 miles)
Right Proper Brewing Company (5.7 miles)
Transportation
Forest Glen Metro Station (1.4 miles)
Bethesda Metro Station (2.8 miles)
Medical Center Metro Station (2.9 miles)
Grosvenor-Strathmore Metro Station (4 miles)
Georgia Ave-Petworth Metro Station (4.2 miles)
Glenmont Metro Station (4.7 miles)
West Hyattsville Metro Station (4.9 miles)
Hospitals
Holy Cross Hospital (1.4 miles)
Medstar Washington Hospital Center (4.8 miles)
Children's National Medical Center (5 miles)
Sibley Memorial Hospital (5.3 miles)
Howard University Hospital (5.5 miles)
MedStar Georgetown University Hospital (6 miles)
Georgetown University Hospital Pasquerilla Center (6.1 miles)
Parks
Chevy Chase Park (1.6 miles)
Rock Creek Park (1.9 miles)
Fort Slocum Park (2.9 miles)
Winding Creek Local Park (4.9 miles)
Meridian Hill Park (5 miles)
Georgian Forest Park & Tennis Courts (5.6 miles)
S Street Dog Park (5.6 miles)
Physicians
Capitol Medical Group (1.7 miles)
Mary's Center (3.5 miles)
Foxhall Pediatrics (4.8 miles)
Children's National - Main Hospital (5 miles)
One Medical (6 miles)
The Centers For Advanced Orthopaedics (6.2 miles)
Places of Worship
Christ Congregational Church (1.9 miles)
Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception (4.9 miles)
Cafes
Lost Sock Roasters (2.1 miles)
Tatte Bakery & Cafe (2.8 miles)
Starbucks (4 miles)
The Coffee Bar (5.7 miles)
Tatte Bakery & Cafe (6.1 miles)
Unconventional Diner (6.3 miles)
Vigilante Coffee (6.3 miles)
Theaters
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema DC Bryant Street (5.6 miles)
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Medicaid waivers for assisted living services provide vital support for seniors and individuals with disabilities in need of long-term care, with varying state-specific eligibility criteria and benefits. These waivers cover personal care and case management but often do not fully cover room and board, leading to waiting lists for many applicants.
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