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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1020 S Main St, Quakertown, PA 18951
2.7
(4 reviews)
"We were very happy with the care my mother received. The staff were always pleasant and helpful. It was such a comfort to know that she was safe and well cared for. We are grateful to everyone at the Quakertown Center!..."
READ MORE313 S WALNUT ST, Bath, PA 18014
2.7
(4 reviews)
"We are going to be taking my husband to Alexandria Manor. I like it because it's small and there are only thirty beds. They get to know the residents; it's not like they're just a number. They take their time to get to know the residents, and I like ..."
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2600 Northampton Street, Easton, PA 18045
2.4
(5 reviews)
"I went to ManorCare Health Services-Easton for rehabilitation. I was there for three weeks, and I liked it. Their rehab was better because they found solutions for me that allowed me to go back home. There were a couple things I didn't like about it,..."
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1320 Mill Rd, Quakertown, PA 18951
2.1
(6 reviews)
"Belle Haven had skilled dementia care so we chose this after my wife was discharged from the hospital. She's only been there two weeks. The facility has just been renovated. I liked that it was close by where I lived. ..."
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2029 Westgate Drive, Bethlehem, PA 18017
1.2
(5 reviews)
"Please, please think twice before putting a loved one in this facility. I had a friend that was losing her battle with cancer and unfortunately she spent the last days of her life in this hell hole. The staff here are absolutely horrific! They could ..."
READ MORE2040 Northampton St, Easton, PA 18042
1.0
(1 reviews)
"not a very safe place,the facility is very run down, there are no locked doors at night; which makes it an easy target for mischeviousness. ..."
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7650 ROUTE 309, Coopersburg, PA 18036
"To learn more about this provider�s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Pennsylvania Department of Human Service..."
READ MORE843 Wilbur Ave, Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
"Offering skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and residents. Whether for a short stay or for an extended period, ou..."
READ MORE131 N Main St, Chalfont, PA 18914
"As a family-owned company, we at Senior Lifestyle know how good it feels to be at home. It�s the warming comfort of familiar faces, deliciou..."
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3905 Liberty Creek Parkway, Coopersburg, PA 18036
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READ MORE164 Baron Rd, Wind Gap, PA 18091
"Williams Manor is located in the idyllic town of Wind Gap, PA. Embodying a small-town feel and only an hour's drive from New York City, seni..."
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ONE VETERANS DRIVE, Spring City, PA 19475
"The Southeastern Veterans Center is located in the safe, welcoming community of Spring City, Pennsylvania. With a wide selection of shops an..."
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1020 S Main St, Quakertown, PA 18951
"Welcome to Quakertown Center! Quakertown Center is nestled in picturesque Bucks County, Pennsylvania and conveniently located within minutes..."
READ MORE1 Main St, Walnutport, PA 18088
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3722 Lehigh St, Whitehall, PA 18052
"Welcome to Home Instead! Our families live and work in the Lehigh County region, so we're invested in our community on a very personal l..."
READ MORE202 E 3rd St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
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READ MORE1918 Gatewood Lane, Bethlehem, PA 18018
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4315 Washington Street, Schnecksville, PA 18078
"Located off 309 North on 40 acres, your home is peaceful and open to the beautiful landscapes. We are a small community with private and sem..."
READ MORE5201 ST. JOSEPH’S ROAD, P.O. BOX 1001, Limeport, PA 18060
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READ MOREAlthough 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.Â
Allentown
$4,784
Pennsylvania
$4,100
United States
$4,500
East Stroudsburg
$5,126
Scranton
$2,875
Reading
$5,720
Philadelphia
$5,685
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.
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. Â
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page.
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.Â
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
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.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Lehigh County Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (610) 782-3034 | The 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) 317-8757 | North 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) 776-4304 | Allentown 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) 625-2290 | RSVP 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) 437-3700 | Lehigh 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. |
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.
Assisted Living
Bernard
4.0
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...
Assisted Living
Carol
5.0
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...
Assisted Living
Carol
1.0
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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