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Assisted living costs in Ambar average about $5,402 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 18 communities in Ambar. Our detailed directory has 431 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Photo of Spring Arbor of Fredericksburg
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44 Floor plans available
9.0
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35 reviews
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The staff is very caring and professional. It is a well run, compassionate organization. Also, the staff feels called to do this work and they care about the wellbeing of the residents.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Photo of Fredericksburg Assisted Living
22 Photos available
9.0
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9 reviews
9.0
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9 reviews
5 star
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I moved my father into Fredericksburg assisted living about 1 month ago. This is by far the best facility he has ever been in. [name removed], the Administrator is great, as is her staff. They are all...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
The decision to leave the comfort of your own home to move into an assisted living residence is a difficult one for most people. You don't need constant help, every day. But you do need a little help from time to time. Is it worth the move? Assisted living can offer you more lifestyle choices at...
Photo of Cambridge Gardens
66 Photos available
8.9
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60 reviews
8.9
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60 reviews
5 star
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3 star
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Cambridge Gardens has been such a blessing for our family. My mom loves the food and socializing during meal times. The hairdresser, [name removed] is so great with her and all the residents. She loves to...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Experience the best of Fredericksburg at Cambridge Gardens!Our community is located in the heart of Lee's Hill with access to shops, entertainment, and several medical services just down the street. As an assisted living community, we offer services for seniors around the clock, all within one...
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8.6
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14 reviews
8.6
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14 reviews
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Marian Manor has a comfortable feeling. It is nice that family members can come and go without any hassles. They have dogs that roam in and out so you have to be tolerant of that situation.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Being surrounded by friendly professional staff, family, friends are the things that make a house a home is the very essence of Marian Manor.We provide special services in the comfort of our home, in a country setting on 12 acres while tending to the needs of the residents. They maintain self...
Photo of Morningside House of Spotsylvania
1212 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.6
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33 reviews
8.6
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33 reviews
5 star
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3 star
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Very quick to respond in a crisis. The financial representation regarding certain fees no very well explained. Our family members was there about 15 days. $[fee removed] non refundable deposit, she died on...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Morningside House of Spotsylvania is the leading memory-care dedicated assisted living community in Spotsylvania County designed and built exclusively for residents with memory impairments such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Lewy-Body and other related dementias. While other assisted living...
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Photo of Paramount Senior Living at Fredericksburg
44 Photos available
8.5
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86 reviews
8.5
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86 reviews
5 star
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14%
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Mitigating circumstances :We've only been there a month and staff in the memory unit appears stretched. Yes, I would recommend this community to other families it is a good community. I'm sure acclimation on...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Paramount Senior Living at Fredericksburg is a premiere assisted living and memory care community located in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Fredericksburg is located an hour south of Washington D.C., offering residents easy access to the world-famous landmarks of our nation's capital. Our residents...
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Photo of Viva Senior Living at Stafford
1212 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.4
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53 reviews
8.4
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53 reviews
5 star
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For all eight, I would rate them a five! I would say there needs to be a little bit of tightening up on the cleanliness of the private room for the resident. There were times where my mother's floor was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Viva Senior Living at Stafford is tucked away in a charming residential neighborhood only 8 miles from Quantico and 10 miles from Fredericksburg. You’ll discover all the advantages of small town living surrounded by an active community. We offer both assisted living and memory care services—and...
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Photo of Harmony at Falls Run
1010 Photos available
1313 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
8.4
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70 reviews
8.4
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70 reviews
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So far everyone has been helpful & accommodating to my mother's needs. She loves the food, but doesn't like that they check on her so frequently. I try to explain that the aides are only doing their job. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to Harmony at Falls RunIndependent Living | Assisted Living | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Fredericksburg, Virginia, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services and...
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Photo of Charter Senior Living of Fredericksburg
1111 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.0
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21 reviews
8.0
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21 reviews
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The staff is very friendly and patient. The location is great. [name removed] says he does not like the food but he always cleans his plate.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to HeartFields, a Five Star Senior Living community and Fredericksburg's premier Assisted Living residence! In our beautiful, home-like setting, located less than two miles from Olde Towne, Mary Washington Hospital and Interstate 95, you will find 24-hour nursing, respectful caregivers,...
Photo of Morningside House of Fredericksburg
1010 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
7.2
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28 reviews
7.2
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28 reviews
5 star
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A very nice place, the resident living space is very up To date has a real feeling of home. Lots of activities To keep the residents active. The location is also convenient for family and friends to visit.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Morningside House of Fredericksburg is located in Fredericksburg, VA, Spotsylvania County, just 53 miles south of Washington DC. The community is conveniently located to Central Park Shopping Center and near Quantico Marine Corps Base.Residents of Morningside House of Fredericksburg enjoy private...
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Photo of Viva Senior Living at Fredericksburg
5 star
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3 star
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The community provides activities such as entertainment musicians, exercise classes, they take the residents outside frequently. Food is very good. I would rate the room sizes a 4. The staff really stood out...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
At Greenfield of Fredericksburg, we provide care for your loved ones and, at the same time, help them maintain their independence. Our beautiful, clean neighborhood-style assisted living community looks and feels like home, ensuring our residents' comfort while we provide the care they need. In...
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I would highly recommend this community to others based on my experience. The community is kept neat and clean, and the staff is very nice and helpful. The food looks good, and they have activities...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Hughes Home is located in Fredericksburg, VA, an area that is rich in history and beauty. Those who choose to make this assisted living community their home will find that its location offers much to do and see. Those who are guests of the residents of this community will find that they have much...
Photo of Spring Arbor Cottage of Fredericksburg
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Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Spring Arbor Cottage of Fredericksburg offers a small, secure environment for individuals living with Alzheimer's Disease and related dementias. Our two intimate neighborhoods are complimented by inviting gathering spaces, a large breakfast bar, and peaceful outdoor courtyards. We take a...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Photo of Sagepoint Gardens Assisted Living
55 Photos available
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Photo of Fredericksburg Health And Rehabilitation
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
What kind of healthcare are you looking for -- long-term nursing services? short-term help recuperating from an injury or illness? specialized care for a loved one showing signs of Alzheimer's disease? No matter what your healthcare needs are, our goal is to provide compassionate care in a clean,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Washington & Lee Home for the Elderly is a privately owned/operated, eighteen bed, adult assisted living home, licensed by the Virginia Department of Social Services. A country setting nestled in historic Westmoreland County. Frequent visibility of deer and turkey are seen through large pane...

Cost of assisted living in Ambar, VA

The average cost of senior living in Ambar is $5,402 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Montross, VA with an average of $4,463 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Ambar, VA vs. nearby cities

Ambar, VA
$5,402/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Ambar, VA vs. the state and national average

Ambar, VA
$5,402/mo
U.S. national average
$4,683/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Ambar vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$5,402/mo
$5,597/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Ambar, VA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,281/mo
Studio
$6,484/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,297/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,697/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Ambar over time

Ambar, VAVA stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Ambar, VA

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What families are saying about assisted living in Ambar

Recent reviews for assisted living in Ambar

Fredericksburg Assisted Living

5.0
We love that it is a small facility. Everyone is like family. The staff is excellent. The price is the most reasonable around. I would definitely recommend this facility.

Viva Senior Living at Fredericksburg

5.0
I am very happy with the level of care provided by Greenfield. My mom has been at this community for 7 weeks now and she is well provided for and happy. She now has a circle of new friends and an active social life, something that had been lacking in her life for a number of years.

Hughes Home in Fredericksburg, VA

3.8
We chose Hughes Home because my dad was in early stages of dementia and we wouldn't have to move him, he could continue staying here. Also, the staff members and owners were very friendly. They have different options on room sizes depending on what you want for your loved one. My dad is very ...
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Ambar review score based on 71 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 71 reviews of 17 Ambar assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Ambar review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Ambar review score compared against nearby cities

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Review subcategories for Ambar assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 71 reviews of 17 Ambar assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Ambar resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Ambar, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.5
Friendliness
4.2
4.6
Care services
3.6
4.2
Staff
3.9
4.5
Meals & dining
3.6
4.1
Activities
3.7
4.1
Value for cost*
3.7
4.1
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Ambar assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ambar assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ambar, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Ambar assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Ambar that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ambar, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
88.2%
53.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
76.5%
34.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
82.4%
57.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
52.9%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
76.5%
48.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
94.1%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Ambar assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Ambar Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ambar, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
82.4%
52.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
52.9%
33.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
70.6%
41.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
47.1%
13.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ambar assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Ambar partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ambar, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
58.8%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
64.7%
41.5%
No sugar
No sugar
64.7%
38.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
76.5%
36.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
52.9%
16.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Ambar assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Ambar communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ambar, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
41.2%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.8%
43.1%
Room service
Room service
47.1%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.4%
18.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ambar assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Ambar offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ambar, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
58.8%
47.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
47.1%
31.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
47.1%
31%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
64.7%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
76.5%
50.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
76.5%
53.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
52.9%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.1%
35.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.1%
38.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.7%
47.6%
Live performances
Live performances
70.6%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
58.8%
30.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.8%
25%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
64.7%
46.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Ambar

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Virginia assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Ambar protect seniors.

Learn about Virginia Assisted Living regulations

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Potomac Place, Morningside House of St Charles and The Charleston Senior Community are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Ambar, Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 18 assisted living facilities near Ambar, Virginia. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Ambar, Virginia are Potomac Place and Morningside House of St Charles. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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