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Assisted Living Communities in Allentown, Pennsylvania

Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Allentown, PA below include 130 Assisted Living facilities with 1160 reviews. On average in Allentown, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Allentown, PA and Nearby Cities

Although Allentown’s median fee is above the state and national averages, the city is more affordable than many nearby alternatives, such as East Stroudsburg ($5,126), Philadelphia ($5,685) and Reading ($5,720), which is Pennsylvania’s costliest city. The region’s least expensive fee for assisted living is in Scranton, where $2,875 is the norm. 

Allentown

$4,784

Pennsylvania

$4,100

United States

$4,500

East Stroudsburg

$5,126

Scranton

$2,875

Reading

$5,720

Philadelphia

$5,685

Paying for Assisted Living in Allentown

The median fee for assisted living in Allentown is $684 per month more than Pennsylvania’s $4,100, although the gap with the U.S. average of $4,500 is narrower, at $284.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Allentown

Allentown seniors who meet certain eligibility requirements for the Pennsylvania Department of Aging waiver may qualify for financial assistance in order to pay for care within one of the city’s assisted living facilities. In addition, if you receive SSI and need to live in an assisted living facility, the state can pay a supplement to the facility if you qualify.  

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page.

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Allentown, PA

With fees averaging $4,784 per month, assisted living in Allentown is a more affordable option than most types of senior care, except adult day health care, which typically costs $1,625. In-home care provides similar services to assisted living but in the senior’s home and usually costs around $412 more. Home health care agencies also provide basic medical support with in-home care, which accounts for their higher fees of around $5,243. The costliest type of medical care in Allentown’s residential facilities is nursing home care, where a typical semiprivate room fee is $12,461 per month. 

In-Home Care

$5,196

Home Health Care

$5,243

Adult Day Health Care

$1,625

Assisted Living Facility

$4,784

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$12,461

Free Assisted Living Resources in Allentown

Allentown seniors can receive help from several agencies and organizations dedicated to supporting older residents for free. These include advocates for those in residential care facilities and volunteers who want to aid their community and veterans who require medical services.

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Lehigh County Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program(610) 782-3034The Long-Term Care Ombudsman are trained volunteers who investigate complaints and negotiate resolutions with care providers. In cases such as fraud and abuse allegations, they may involve the appropriate authorities. They can also supply inspection reports to seniors looking for the ideal assisted living facility in Lehigh County for their long-term care needs.
North Penn Legal Services(610) 317-8757North Penn Legal Services is a nonprofit law firm specializing in civil law. It provides legal representation to low-income Allentown seniors. The firm's attorneys, paralegals and volunteers can assist with public benefits, protection from elder abuse, Social Security benefits, guardianship, power of attorney and last will and testament.
Allentown VA Clinic(610) 776-4304Allentown VA Clinic specializes in primary care and mental health care for U.S. military vets and their spouses and dependents. Many medical professionals serve in the facility, including cardiologists, nutritionists, audiologists, speech therapists and optometrists. The clinic can also help those struggling with addiction and substance abuse.
RSVP of Allentown(610) 625-2290RSVP of Allentown lets seniors volunteer to help the community and nonprofits. Volunteers can choose from an extensive list of opportunities, some of which may allow them to use existing skills and require training. Work can include supporting frail seniors and helping with environmental protection projects.
Lehigh Valley Active Life(610) 437-3700Lehigh Valley Active Life is Allentown's senior center. It provides a wealth of activities for older residents. Educational services include lectures from various field experts, language courses and group discussions on local, state and international events. There are yoga classes and dance classes to improve physical health.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Allentown

Allentown Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in Pennsylvania are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page for more information about these laws.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Bernard

I visited this facility

Review of Above All Senior Living

I toured Above All Senior Living. As soon as I walked in I felt the friendly atmosphere of the place. The place was very clean and that was one thing I was looking for since I walked in. Even the...

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Carol

I visited this facility

Review of Rittenhouse Village At Lehigh Valley

The people at Rittenhouse Village At Lehigh Valley were fantastic. When we walked in the door for our tour, there was a sign welcoming us with my name on it. I was very impressed. There were two...

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Assisted Living

Carol

I visited this facility

Review of Parkland Manor

Parkland Manor was awful. When we walked into the main room, it looked like an industrial building. The walls were just concreted and there was an area up at the one end for watching television....

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