Mission
The Methodist Home's mission is to provide a safe and secure environment for persons in need of independent, assisted or nursing care services. We are advocates for the aging in society, thereby expressing our support for the dignity of the aging. We expect all staff to care for our residents with the highest degree of respect and dedication.
History MHDC first opened its doors in April 1889 with the mission to "provide for the aged members of the Methodist Episcopal Church of the Baltimore Conference in the District of Columbia a comfortable residence with board, clothing, employment, skillful medical and other necessary attendance and the accustomed means of grace." The original facility, then located on 12th and N Streets, N.E., consisted of four lots and an 18-room house; the number of residents was seven. Since that time, the Methodist Home has seen much development and growth. Increasing numbers of residents required two moves to larger accommodations, once in 1901 and then again in 1926 to the present location on Connecticut Avenue. In 1961, a new wing was built to provide for additional residents. The Methodist Home branched out into the community as well.
Strong ties were established to neighboring religious, civic and service organizations such as Sibley Hospitalwhose founder, William J. Sibley, was a Methodist Home resident. Through time, the Methodist Home has strived to keep pace with the changing needs of senior adults. In 2001, the Methodist Home added additional assisted living suites (bringing the total number to 64), a new healthcare center (with 50 private and semi-private rooms), and physical therapy services. There is a diverse floor plan selection for the suites, many of which overlook lovely garden areas. A two-story residence with conveniently located elevators provides a setting with no long hallways and intimate seating for conversations. Tradition
Our superior personalized care, staff and management dedication, and commitment to dignity and independence have made the Methodist Home of the District of Columbia the choice residence for many Washingtonians. Families spanning multiple generations have come to rely on our tradition of excellence since 1889.
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