Armed Forces Retirement Home in Washington, DC operates as a continuing care retirement community, offering a progression of services that range from independent living through assisted living to skilled nursing care. Medical oversight is available around the clock, with on-site physicians, nurses, and rehabilitation specialists coordinating care plans that can adapt as residents’ needs change. The medical team handles routine health monitoring, medication management, and immediate response to urgent issues, letting residents remain on the same campus even if their health status shifts.

Beyond core medical support, the community provides physical, occupational, and speech therapy, plus scheduled transportation to outside specialty appointments when needed. Caregivers assist with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and mobility, and a secure system is in place for regular wellness checks and emergency call responses. Social workers and care coordinators help residents navigate benefits, referrals, and discharge planning should hospital stays occur.

Housing options include single rooms, studio apartments, and one-bedroom layouts. Features such as private bathrooms, step-in showers, kitchenettes, and individual climate controls are available in many units, but not all accommodations have all the features. Housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance are provided, and accessible design elements support residents using mobility aids. Most units are wired for telephone, cable, and internet. The community allows residents to keep small pets; it’s a good idea to check with the community during your visit to see if your pet will be allowed.

Meals are served three times daily in a central dining hall, with menus planned by dietitians to accommodate regular, diabetic, low-sodium, and other physician-ordered diets. Residents may choose from several entrée options at each meal, and lighter fare is available outside standard dining hours. Staff monitor intake for residents who require nutritional oversight, and tray service can be arranged during short-term illness or recovery. A guest meal program lets visiting family members purchase meals to share time with residents in the dining room.