Good Shepherd Home Raker Center
Tucked in the heart of Allentown, Pennsylvania, Good Shepherd Home Raker Center is a long-term care facility that offers a welcoming haven for individuals with severe disabilities. Here, residents find not just a facility, but a true home that provides round-the-clock rehabilitative and restorative nursing care. The center is a hub of activity, offering daily occupational therapy, engaging social events, speech and language therapy, as well as comprehensive physical therapy services, and an array of other supportive offerings.
With a central focus on promoting independence while addressing physical and neurological challenges, Good Shepherd Home Raker Center caters to a diverse community of individuals aged 45 to 55.
Capacity and availability
This home is often near full
Staffing Data
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Nursing staff breakdown
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Contractor staffing
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31Total hours from contractors
211 contractor hours this quarter
Staff by category
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31| Certified Nursing Assistant | 56 | 0 | 56 | 22,769 | 92 | 100% | 8.4 |
| Registered Nurse | 26 | 0 | 26 | 8,632 | 92 | 100% | 8.6 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 14 | 1 | 15 | 5,703 | 92 | 100% | 9.2 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 18 | 0 | 18 | 3,835 | 92 | 100% | 8 |
| Qualified Activities Professional | 15 | 0 | 15 | 2,763 | 92 | 100% | 8.7 |
| Other Social Services Staff | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,597 | 63 | 68% | 8.2 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,251 | 64 | 70% | 8.5 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,177 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 985 | 64 | 70% | 7.5 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 453 | 59 | 64% | 7.7 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 440 | 55 | 60% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 432 | 54 | 59% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 2 | 0 | 2 | 334 | 32 | 35% | 9 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 230 | 26 | 28% | 7.9 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 2 | 0 | 2 | 40 | 5 | 5% | 8 |
56 Certified Nursing Assistant
26 Registered Nurse
15 Licensed Practical Nurse
18 Clinical Nurse Specialist
15 Qualified Activities Professional
4 Other Social Services Staff
3 Respiratory Therapy Technician
5 Physical Therapy Assistant
3 Mental Health Service Worker
2 Qualified Social Worker
1 Nurse Practitioner
1 Administrator
2 Physical Therapy Aide
2 Speech Language Pathologist
2 Nurse Aide in Training
Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
Long-stay resident measures
Short-stay resident measures
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Nurse Aide Training
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Fitness and Recreation
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0.8 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Allentown's city center to Good Shepherd Home Raker Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.09 miles to nearest hospital (St. Luke's Hospital - Sacred Heart Campus)
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Good Shepherd Home Raker Center is located in Allentown, Pennsylvania.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Good Shepherd Home Raker Center
What neighborhood is Good Shepherd Home Raker Center in?
Good Shepherd Home Raker Center is in the Fairview neighborhood.
Is Good Shepherd Home Raker Center in a walkable area?
Good Shepherd Home Raker Center has a walk score of 60. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
Are pets allowed at Good Shepherd Home Raker Center?
Yes, Good Shepherd Home Raker Center allows residents to bring their pets.
Does Good Shepherd Home Raker Center operate as a for-profit or non-profit?
Good Shepherd Home Raker Center is registered as a non-profit.
Are there photos of Good Shepherd Home Raker Center?
Yes — there are 4 photos of Good Shepherd Home Raker Center in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Good Shepherd Home Raker Center?
Good Shepherd Home Raker Center is located at 601 St John St, Allentown, PA 18103.
What is the phone number of Good Shepherd Home Raker Center?
(610) 776-3199 will put you in contact with the team at Good Shepherd Home Raker Center.
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