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Assisted living costs in Caroline County average about $5,443 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 6 communities in Caroline County. Our detailed directory has 136 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 Morningside House of Spotsylvania
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66 Floor plans available
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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
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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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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
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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.
Welcome to Cambridge Gardens Assisted LivingDiscover the best of Fredericksburg at Cambridge Gardens, where comfort, care, and connection come together in the heart of Lee’s Hill. Just moments from shops, entertainment, and trusted medical services, our single-level, maintenance-free community is...
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Photo of Hanover Manor Assisted Living and Memory Care
77 Photos available
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Caring and respectful staff. Small size. Lots of effort put in to involve the Ashland community. Yes, we would recommend Hanover Manor Assisted Living to other families based on the experience so far.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Hanover Manor is a small, quaint senior living community located near the heart of Ashland, Virginia -- just 10 miles north of Richmond. Our intimate one story facility only accommodates 40 residents. This truly sets us apart from the larger communities and we like it that way. Everyone knows...
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Photo of Morningside House of Fredericksburg
1010 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
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The whole team is expectational. I know my father is being cared for my a team that looks at their residents as family. My dad is thriving and being his best self under their care.
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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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
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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...
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Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Alpha House is a special place. Alpha House is a small charming senior living community devoted to Alzheimer’s and dementia residents. We are located in a country-like setting near the heart of Ashland, Virginia—just 10 miles north of Richmond. Alpha House mirrors our small, intimate community by...
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Cost of assisted living in Caroline County, VA

The average cost of senior living in Caroline County is $5,443 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Montross, VA with an average of $4,463 per month.

Assisted living costs in Caroline County, VA, vs. nearby counties

Caroline County, VA
$5,443/mo

Assisted living costs in Caroline County, VA, vs. state and national averages

Caroline County, VA
$5,443/mo
U.S. national average
$4,698/mo

Assisted living costs in Caroline County, VA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,443/mo
$5,456/mo

Assisted living costs in Caroline County, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,049/mo
Studio
$5,689/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,150/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,500/mo

Senior living costs in Caroline County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Caroline County, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCaroline County, VAVirginiaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,443/mo$5,442/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$5,456/mo$5,453/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living$4,192/mo$4,621/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Caroline County, VA:$5,443/mo
Virginia:$5,442/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Caroline County, VA:$5,456/mo
Virginia:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Caroline County, VA:$4,192/mo
Virginia:$4,621/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Assisted living costs in Caroline County, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Caroline County and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Caroline County, VA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Caroline County have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Caroline County, VA$4,528/mo$4,405/mo+2.8%
Virginia$5,175/mo$4,835/mo+7.0%
National$5,030/mo$4,708/mo+6.8%
Caroline County, VA
2024 average cost:$4,528/mo
2023 average cost:$4,405/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$5,175/mo
2023 average cost:$4,835/mo
Percent change:+7.0%
National
2024 average cost:$5,030/mo
2023 average cost:$4,708/mo
Percent change:+6.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Caroline County, VA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Caroline County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Caroline County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Caroline County

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.

Yama Services Adult Assisted Living in Mechanicsville, VA

4.8
Yama house was a godsend for our family. The entire staff were truly partners in my mom's care. They were accessible and accommodating through every stage of my mom's journey. She had terrible wounds from a surgery and the improvement I saw in them during her time there was nothing short of ...
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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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Caroline County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Caroline County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Caroline County, 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 Caroline County 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 Caroline County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Caroline County, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
83.3%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
100%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
100%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
83.3%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
100%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Caroline County 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 Caroline County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Caroline County, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
83.3%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
83.3%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
66.7%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Caroline County 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 Caroline County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Caroline County, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
66.7%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
66.7%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
50%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Caroline County 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 Caroline County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Caroline County, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
66.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
50%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Caroline County 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 Caroline County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Caroline County, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
66.7%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
83.3%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
83.3%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
83.3%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
83.3%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
50%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Caroline County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Virginia assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Caroline County protect seniors.
Learn about Virginia assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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