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Operating for one year, Abode Care of Allentown is a nursing home in Allentown, PA, with a 150-bed capacity. Focusing on communal spaces, the community features a spacious patio and grounds for outdoor time, with multiple interior areas designed for socializing and lounging. Through these spaces, residents have flexible options for how and where to spend time, whether through socializing or alone.
With 115 staff members daily, the community has 86 staff during waking hours that currently serves 92 residents. 24-hour care and coverage is also supported. Following gourmet standards, meals are served with snacks available between meals.
Though the home is within Allentown proper, its location on 29th Street SW means the setting is car-dependent, indicating that most errands will require transportation. With one year into operation, it has shown improvement in its inspection record, particularly in areas of documentation, medication management, safety, and food handling. The community is also in full compliance based on its recent inspections.
With about 61% occupancy currently, Abode Care of Allentown continues to develop its resident base.
Lower than the Pennsylvania average: 78.7%In Pennsylvania, the Department of Human Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Health (for nursing homes) conduct unannounced inspections to verify adherence to state regulations.
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the Pennsylvania state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.
13 points below the Pennsylvania average for assisted living residences (83/100)
Rank #377 / 460 in Pennsylvania Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 377th out of 460 homes in Pennsylvania. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the Pennsylvania average among 460 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Inspection score: 70 out of 100. Letter grade C-. 13 points below the Pennsylvania average for assisted living residences (83/100)
A higher number of waivers may indicate the facility relies on staff who don't fully meet standard credential requirements. A lower number may suggest the facility meets staffing qualification standards without exemptions.
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Pennsylvania state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Citations
| This Facility | PA Average | vs. PA Avg |
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 76 | 63 | This facility has 21% more total citations than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (76 vs. PA avg 63).↑ 21% worse Rank #370 / 482 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 370th out of 482 homes in Pennsylvania. Shows this facility's total citations compared to the Pennsylvania average among 482 comparable communities in the ranking pool. |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2022.
| 19 | 15.8 | This facility has 20% more citations per year than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (19 vs. PA avg 15.8).↑ 20% worse |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 2.5 | 5.7 | This facility has 56% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (2.5 vs. PA avg 5.7).↓ 56% better Rank #130 / 482 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 130th out of 482 homes in Pennsylvania. Shows this facility's citations per inspection compared to the Pennsylvania average among 482 comparable communities in the ranking pool. |
Inspections
| This Facility | PA Average | vs. PA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 30 | 11 | This facility has 173% more total inspections than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (30 vs. PA avg 11).↑ 173% worse |
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Inspections with citations
Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.
| 18 | 8 | This facility has 125% more inspections with citations than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (18 vs. PA avg 8).↑ 125% worse |
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Inspection citation rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.
| 60% | 73% | This facility has 13 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (60% vs. PA avg 73%).↓ 13% better Rank #158 / 482 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 158th out of 482 homes in Pennsylvania. Shows this facility's % of inspections with citations compared to the Pennsylvania average among 482 comparable communities in the ranking pool. |
Complaints & Investigations
| This Facility | PA Average | vs. PA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total complaints
Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.
| 12 | 4 | This facility has 200% more total complaints than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (12 vs. PA avg 4).↑ 200% worse Rank #481 / 482 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 481st out of 482 homes in Pennsylvania. Shows this facility's complaint inspections compared to the Pennsylvania average among 482 comparable communities in the ranking pool. |
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Complaints per year
Average complaints per year since 2022.
| 3 | 1 | This facility has 200% more complaints per year than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (3 vs. PA avg 1).↑ 200% worse |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
2.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Allentown's city center to Abode Care of Allentown's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Abode Care of Allentown is located in ALLENTOWN, Pennsylvania.
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The information below is reported by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services and Department of Health.
| Abode Care of Allentown |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Allentown | 150
Facility
150
PA AVG
94
Rank
#52 / 555 | No |
5
Facility
5
PA AVG
46
Rank
#635 / 668 | - | 70
Facility
70
PA AVG
83
Rank
#377 / 460 | 30 | 20
Facility
20
PA AVG
4
Rank
#481 / 482 | 60%
Facility
60%
PA AVG
72.7%
Rank
#158 / 482 | 76
Facility
76
PA AVG
63
Rank
#370 / 482 | 2.5
Facility
2.5
PA AVG
5.7
Rank
#130 / 482 | Profit | 115
Facility
115
PA AVG
76.9
Rank
#57 / 361 | 1.24 |
61.3%
Facility
61.3%
PA AVG
68.8%
Rank
#320 / 485 | - |
| Rittenhouse Village at Lehigh Valley |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Allentown (South Cedar Crest Boulevard) | 110
Facility
110
PA AVG
94
Rank
#166 / 555 | Yes |
14
Facility
14
PA AVG
46
Rank
#578 / 668 | 1263 S Cedar Crest Blvd Senior Living I Opco LLC | 71
Facility
71
PA AVG
83
Rank
#372 / 460 | 28 | 6
Facility
6
PA AVG
4
Rank
#379 / 482 | 53.6%
Facility
53.6%
PA AVG
72.7%
Rank
#118 / 482 | 53
Facility
53
PA AVG
63
Rank
#308 / 482 | 1.9
Facility
1.9
PA AVG
5.7
Rank
#69 / 482 | Profit | 103
Facility
103
PA AVG
76.9
Rank
#90 / 361 | 1.43 |
69.1%
Facility
69.1%
PA AVG
68.8%
Rank
#262 / 485 | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Legend of Allentown |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Macungie (Lower Macungie Road) | 100
Facility
100
PA AVG
94
Rank
#203 / 555 | No |
33
Facility
33
PA AVG
46
Rank
#437 / 668 | Lw Allentown Opco LLC | 66
Facility
66
PA AVG
83
Rank
#410 / 460 | 22 | 14
Facility
14
PA AVG
4
Rank
#476 / 482 | 86.4%
Facility
86.4%
PA AVG
72.7%
Rank
#431 / 482 | 221
Facility
221
PA AVG
63
Rank
#460 / 482 | 10.0
Facility
10.0
PA AVG
5.7
Rank
#436 / 482 | Profit | - | - | - | - |
| Riverton Enhanced Senior Living |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Allentown (Rittersville) | 90
Facility
90
PA AVG
94
Rank
#251 / 555 | No |
56
Facility
56
PA AVG
46
Rank
#237 / 668 | Riverton Operator LLC | 91
Facility
91
PA AVG
83
Rank
#112 / 460 | 12 | 2
Facility
2
PA AVG
4
Rank
#186 / 482 | 58.3%
Facility
58.3%
PA AVG
72.7%
Rank
#151 / 482 | 44
Facility
44
PA AVG
63
Rank
#269 / 482 | 3.7
Facility
3.7
PA AVG
5.7
Rank
#230 / 482 | Profit | 85
Facility
85
PA AVG
76.9
Rank
#133 / 361 | 1.23 |
76.7%
Facility
76.7%
PA AVG
68.8%
Rank
#176 / 485 | - |
| Legacy Place Cottages |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Allentown | 48
Facility
48
PA AVG
94
Rank
#457 / 555 | No |
65
Facility
65
PA AVG
46
Rank
#178 / 668 | Jah-Jireh Homes Of America - Allentown | 81
Facility
81
PA AVG
83
Rank
#274 / 460 | 8 | 0
Facility
0
PA AVG
4
Rank
#1 / 482 | 75%
Facility
75%
PA AVG
72.7%
Rank
#315 / 482 | 18
Facility
18
PA AVG
63
Rank
#100 / 482 | 2.3
Facility
2.3
PA AVG
5.7
Rank
#104 / 482 | Non-Profit | - | - |
77.1%
Facility
77.1%
PA AVG
68.8%
Rank
#170 / 485 | Studio / Suite |
Abode Care of Allentown has a walk score of 5. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
According to PA state health department records, Abode Care of Allentown's license number is 230390.
According to PA state health department records, Abode Care of Allentown's license expires on September 12, 2025.
Abode Care of Allentown's occupancy is 61%.
Abode Care of Allentown has 150 beds.
Abode Care of Allentown has had 76 recently reported deficiencies.
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