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Ambler Extended Care Center in Ambler, PA

Ambler Extended Care Center is a nursing home community in Ambler, PA.

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Ambler Extended Care Center in Ambler, PA

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  • Interior

    A spacious and well-lit dining area with neatly arranged tables and chairs.

  • Decor

    A cozy and modern waiting area featuring comfortable seating and tasteful decor.

  • Bedroom

    A well-lit hospital room featuring two neatly arranged beds with patterned bedding.

  • Kitchen

    A bright and spacious rehabilitation therapy room featuring parallel bars and a kitchenette.

  • Lighting

    A cozy waiting area featuring comfortable seating and an aquarium.

  • Lobby

    A welcoming reception area featuring modern decor and comfortable seating.

  • Exercise Equipment

    A well-equipped rehabilitation gym featuring an exercise bike, fitness tools, and a kitchenette.

  • Office

    A modern reception desk in a well-lit office environment, adorned with a bouquet of flowers.

32 South Bethlehem Pike, Ambler, PA 19002

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

3.6 from 67 reviews
5 stars
36
4 stars
7
3 stars
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2 stars
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1 stars
17

Overall Review of Ambler Extended Care Center

common 26 reviews mention this

Staff responsiveness and caring

Residents and families consistently describe staff as kind, attentive, and responsive.

Across many reviews, families say the staff treated loved ones with respect and patience, and that questions were answered. Multiple caregivers also mention peace of mind from getting updates and being able to reach someone when concerns came up. A few reviews are more negative about communication or professionalism, but the overall tone in the majority of comments is supportive and caring.

caveat 12 reviews mention this

Cleanliness is a mixed picture

Some reviewers praise cleanliness, while others report odors and dirty rooms.

Several families describe the building as clean, well-kept, and welcoming, with one person even comparing the smell and appearance favorably to other facilities. Others report unpleasant odors and dirty rooms or bathrooms, and a few mention issues that were severe enough to affect confidence in day-to-day care. Because the feedback is split, cleanliness appears to vary by visit or unit.

differentiator 6 reviews mention this

Physical therapy and rehab help

Reviews frequently highlight strong physical therapy during rehab stays.

Many reviewers talk positively about rehab therapy, especially physical therapy, describing therapists as dedicated and focused on real progress and safety. Some families specifically credit therapy staff with helping loved ones become more mobile or improve day-to-day functioning. A small number of reviews are more critical of the broader process, like wound care timing, but therapy itself is often singled out as a bright spot.

common 8 reviews mention this

Meals are described both ways

Dining gets both praise for variety and criticism for unmet needs.

Some residents and families say the food was good, offered enough variety, or supported dietary restrictions. Others describe meals as below expectations or not aligned with specific needs, and a few reviews link nutrition concerns to larger care problems. The dining experience seems to depend on the individual and the specifics of the meal planning.

  • A spacious and well-lit dining area with neatly arranged tables and chairs.
common 6 reviews mention this

Activities and social engagement

Reviews commonly mention activities that keep residents engaged.

Multiple comments describe residents enjoying planned activities such as bingo and other adult social events, and some mention outings and special touches. Families also bring up opportunities for connection, including the ability to stay in touch through visits or calls when direct presence is harder. A few reviews say activities were limited, but overall activity involvement appears to be part of everyday life for many residents.

caveat 7 reviews mention this

Communication and medication updates vary

Several reviewers report issues with communication, medication changes, or responsiveness.

While many families describe feeling informed and included, others report gaps—such as delayed wound attention, not being promptly contacted about concerns, or medication changes handled without clear explanation. A few reviews also mention difficulties getting calls returned or coordinating care details, which increased stress for families. This makes communication a recurring point of difference from one experience to another.

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Features

Housing

  • 100 resident community capacity 100 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Philadelphia International (20 miles away) Philadelphia International (20 miles away)
  • Trenton-Mercer County (23 miles away) Trenton-Mercer County (23 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Located in Ambler, Pennsylvania, this part of town offers a variety of amenities and services that cater to seniors. With multiple pharmacies within close proximity, accessing medication and healthcare services is convenient. There are also several cafes and restaurants for socializing and dining out. Transportation options such as train stations make it easy to get around the area. For recreation, there are parks nearby for outdoor activities. Additionally, there are reputable physicians, hospitals, and places of worship in the vicinity for medical care and spiritual support. Overall, this area provides a well-rounded environment for seniors looking to settle down in a peaceful and accessible community.

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.1 miles)
  • Eric's Rx Shoppe (2.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.7 miles)

Cafes

  • Backyard Beans Coffee (0.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (6.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (8 miles)
  • Starbucks (8.7 miles)

Transportation

  • Ambler Station (0.6 miles)
  • SEPTA Jenkintown-Wyncote Station (6.1 miles)
  • Stenton Station (7 miles)
  • Septa Warminster Train Stn (7.1 miles)

Restaurants

  • Brick & Barrel (2.3 miles)
  • Blue Bell Inn (2.8 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (3.6 miles)
  • McDonald's (3.6 miles)
  • Miller's Ale House (4.6 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (5.5 miles)
  • The Metropolitan (5.7 miles)

Parks

  • Homested Park (2.4 miles)
  • Stony Creek Sports Park (4.8 miles)
  • Windlestrae Park (5.7 miles)
  • School Road Park (9.4 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC 309 Cinema 9 (3.4 miles)
  • AMC Plymouth Meeting Mall 12 (4.6 miles)
  • Regal Warrington Crossing Screenx, 4Dx, Imax & RPX (5.5 miles)

Physicians

  • AMS Cardiology (3.7 miles)
  • Mid Atlantic Retina (4.8 miles)
  • Schwarz Dermatology (5.6 miles)
  • Hatboro Medical Associates (6 miles)
  • Center for Total Women's Health - Lansdale (7.2 miles)
  • Detweiler Family Medicine (7.5 miles)
  • Otolaryngology Plastic Surgery Associates (7.5 miles)

Hospitals

  • Chestnut Hill Emergency Room (5.4 miles)
  • Abington Hospital, Widener Building (5.6 miles)
  • Abington Memorial Hospital (5.7 miles)
  • Jefferson Lansdale Hospital (7 miles)
  • Holy Redeemer Hospital (7.8 miles)
  • Fox Chase Cancer Center (8.9 miles)
  • Albert Einstein Employee Health Center (9.2 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Mary Mother of the Redeemer (6.4 miles)
  • Neshaminy Warwick Presbyterian Church (7.9 miles)

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