Best Assisted Living in Allentown, PA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 20 assisted living communities in Allentown, PA using PA Depts. of Human Services & Health data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in PA
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Info below is compiled from the PA Depts. of Human Services & Health, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Number of inspections triggered by complaints or allegations. Useful for spotting facilities that receive frequent complaint-driven scrutiny.
Share of inspections that resulted in citations, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of citations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total citations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Reported profit orientation for the operator or facility (e.g. for-profit vs nonprofit), as provided in state licensing or disclosure data.
Total daily staff count from Pennsylvania inspection/licensing data (headcount snapshot), when reported.
The total number of staff employed per resident. A number greater than or = to 1 is a positive care signal.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Riverton Enhanced Senior Living
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Pa (Rittersville)
90
Facility 90
PA AVG 88
Rank #179 / 412
No
56
Facility 56
PA AVG 44
Rank #150 / 453
Riverton Operator LLC?14
11
Facility 11
PA AVG 4
Rank #143 / 390
64%
Facility 64%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #242 / 390
55
Facility 55
PA AVG 63
Rank #152 / 390
3.9
Facility 3.9
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #246 / 390
Profit
85
Facility 85
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #117 / 298
1.23
73.3%
Facility 73.3%
PA AVG 67.1%
Rank #118 / 366
1 Bed / 2 Bed
Rittenhouse Village at Lehigh Valley
AL
MC
Allentown
110
Facility 110
PA AVG 88
Rank #108 / 412
Yes
14
Facility 14
PA AVG 44
Rank #387 / 453
1263 S Cedar Crest Blvd Senior Living I Opco LLCB+66
12
Facility 12
PA AVG 4
Rank #303 / 390
64%
Facility 64%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #242 / 390
142
Facility 142
PA AVG 63
Rank #329 / 390
2.2
Facility 2.2
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #99 / 390
Profit
103
Facility 103
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #80 / 298
1.43
55.5%
Facility 55.5%
PA AVG 67.1%
Rank #184 / 366
Studio / 1 Bed
Abode Care of Allentown
AL
MC
RC
Sw Allentown
117
Facility 117
PA AVG 88
Rank #93 / 412
No
5
Facility 5
PA AVG 44
Rank #433 / 453
Abode Care Of Allentown LLCB-36
24
Facility 24
PA AVG 4
Rank #390 / 390
61%
Facility 61%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #221 / 390
106
Facility 106
PA AVG 63
Rank #279 / 390
2.9
Facility 2.9
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #166 / 390
Profit
115
Facility 115
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #53 / 298
1.24
71.8%
Facility 71.8%
PA AVG 67.1%
Rank #96 / 366
-
EverTrue Luther Crest
AL
IL
MC
NH
Allentown (Trexler Estates)
71
Facility 71
PA AVG 88
Rank #253 / 412
No
28
Facility 28
PA AVG 44
Rank #311 / 453
Lutheran Senior Services East?28
7
Facility 7
PA AVG 4
Rank #275 / 390
43%
Facility 43%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #62 / 390
50
Facility 50
PA AVG 63
Rank #134 / 390
1.8
Facility 1.8
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #64 / 390
Non-Profit
37
Facility 37
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #247 / 298
1.48
35.2%
Facility 35.2%
PA AVG 67.1%
Rank #358 / 366
-
Country Meadows of Allentown
AL
IL
MC
Allentown
118
Facility 118
PA AVG 88
Rank #89 / 412
Yes
25
Facility 25
PA AVG 44
Rank #328 / 453
Country Meadows Of Allentown LLCA+29
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 4
Rank #240 / 390
38%
Facility 38%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #38 / 390
44
Facility 44
PA AVG 63
Rank #105 / 390
1.5
Facility 1.5
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #43 / 390
Profit--
60.2%
Facility 60.2%
PA AVG 67.1%
Rank #236 / 366
-
Legacy Place Cottages
AL
MC
RESC
Allentown
48
Facility 48
PA AVG 88
Rank #339 / 412
No
65
Facility 65
PA AVG 44
Rank #110 / 453
Jah-Jireh Homes Of America - AllentownA-23
0
Facility 0
PA AVG 4
Rank #1 / 390
48%
Facility 48%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #109 / 390
73
Facility 73
PA AVG 63
Rank #216 / 390
3.2
Facility 3.2
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #199 / 390
Non-Profit--
75.0%
Facility 75.0%
PA AVG 67.1%
Rank #111 / 366
Studio / Suite
Abode Care of Allentown
AL
MC
RC
Sw Allentown
117
Facility 117
PA AVG 88
Rank #93 / 412
No
5
Facility 5
PA AVG 44
Rank #433 / 453
Abode Care Of Allentown LLCB-36
24
Facility 24
PA AVG 4
Rank #1 / 390
61%
Facility 61%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #221 / 390
106
Facility 106
PA AVG 63
Rank #279 / 390
2.9
Facility 2.9
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #166 / 390
Profit
115
Facility 115
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #53 / 298
1.24--
Briarwood Senior Living
AL
ADC
RESC
RC
Newfoundland
26
Facility 26
PA AVG 88
Rank #407 / 412
Yes
12
Facility 12
PA AVG 44
Rank #398 / 453
Goldencare At Newfoundland LLCB-9
0
Facility 0
PA AVG 4
Rank #1 / 390
89%
Facility 89%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #369 / 390
34
Facility 34
PA AVG 63
Rank #74 / 390
3.8
Facility 3.8
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #238 / 390
Profit
10
Facility 10
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #297 / 298
1.11
30.8%
Facility 30.8%
PA AVG 67.1%
Rank #360 / 366
Private / Deluxe Private / Friendship Suite
Walden III
AL
IL
Wind Gap
77
Facility 77
PA AVG 88
Rank #231 / 412
No
31
Facility 31
PA AVG 44
Rank #296 / 453
Walden Care LLCD12
7
Facility 7
PA AVG 4
Rank #194 / 390
83%
Facility 83%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #358 / 390
95
Facility 95
PA AVG 63
Rank #271 / 390
7.9
Facility 7.9
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #349 / 390
Profit
44
Facility 44
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #232 / 298
1.05
59.7%
Facility 59.7%
PA AVG 67.1%
Rank #280 / 366
1 Bed / 2 Bed
Above All Senior Living Care LLC
AL
HOS
IL
MC
RC
Allentown
36
Facility 36
PA AVG 88
Rank #385 / 412
No
28
Facility 28
PA AVG 44
Rank #311 / 453
Above All Senior Living Care LLCC10
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 4
Rank #1 / 390
80%
Facility 80%
PA AVG 59.2%
Rank #346 / 390
61
Facility 61
PA AVG 63
Rank #177 / 390
6.1
Facility 6.1
PA AVG 4.3
Rank #324 / 390
Profit
21
Facility 21
PA AVG 76.9
Rank #288 / 298
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Riverton Enhanced Senior Living

803 North Wahneta Street, Allentown, Pa, PA 18109
Overview of Riverton Enhanced Senior Living

Located on North Wahneta Street in Allentown, Pennsylvania, Riverton Enhanced Senior Living is a 90-bed nursing home owned by Lee-Anne Liberatore and operated by Riverton Operator LLC. The community offers one-bedroom and two-bedroom accommodations in a mid-rise building. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to cover short-term rehabilitation and long-term skilled nursing care.

The community focuses on post-acute rehabilitation for people recovering from surgery, illness, or injury. Residents stay for an average of 146 days, reflecting its strong short-term rehabilitation program. The home has a current occupancy rate of 77%. Residents receive an average of 3 hours and 31 minutes of daily nurse staffing from registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and nurse aides. Care is available 24 hours a day.

Residents with memory loss can receive support through the Journeys Memory Care program. The community also provides life enrichment activities, personal care services, and respite care for families who need temporary stays.

Residents have access to a fitness center, salon, and spa for wellness and personal care. Meals are served in both a formal dining room and a casual restaurant-style bistro. Outdoor amenities include a courtyard, garden, patio, and walking paths. There’s an art studio for creative activities. Transportation, housekeeping, and laundry services are also available.

State inspections by the Pennsylvania Department of Health have identified concerns involving medication administration, staff training, and clinical care procedures. The community has submitted plans of correction to address these issues. Monthly rates start at $4,000. Families are encouraged to tour the community and review the current care plan before making a decision.

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Overview of Rittenhouse Village at Lehigh Valley

Located in Allentown, Pennsylvania, Rittenhouse Village at Lehigh Valley is a distinguished senior living community committed to fostering a family-oriented atmosphere. Residents are treated with utmost respect and understanding in a dignified setting, making it a true home. The professional team members are dedicated to assisting residents in every possible way to make their days fulfilling and bright. As an award-winning senior living community, Rittenhouse Village at Lehigh Valley provides a variety of senior living options, including Personal Care, SHINE® Memory Care, and Respite Care.

What sets Rittenhouse Village apart is its vibrant community life, teeming with activities, events, and opportunities for social interaction. The community prides itself on establishing personal relationships with residents and their families, creating a unique sense of belonging that defines Lehigh Valley as home. The dining experience, featuring rich southern cuisine, is a highlight, with residents actively participating in menu selection through the food committee. A robust calendar of activities keeps residents’ social lives full and their days enriched. Exclusive lifestyle programs ensure residents remain engaged, entertained, and well-cared for. The Impressions Housekeeping & Maintenance team ensures spotless and sparkling homes, allowing residents more time for the activities they love. The complimentary Connections transportation service simplifies offsite shopping excursions and appointments, eliminating worries about parking.

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Overview of Abode Care of Allentown

Situated in Allentown, PA, Abode Care of Allentown provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care. The community provides specialized care for those with memory-related conditions. Respite services are also available for those seeking short-term stays, providing temporary relief for when their usual caregiver needs time away.

With several care types, the community can accommodate a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move. The home has 117 beds, with an occupancy of 78.6%. Moreover, its updated selection of meals and snacks, spacious patio and grounds, and multiple socializing and lounging areas give residents places to eat, spend time outdoors, and gather. Residents can also access services at all times, with licensed nurses and CNAs, as well as 24-hour staffing, on-site.

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Overview of EverTrue Luther Crest

Offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care, EverTrue Luther Crest is a 71-bed community in the Trexler Estates neighborhood of Allentown, Pennsylvania. Along with support for daily tasks, the community also provides specialized care for those living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. The community also offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation, allowing access to higher levels of care.

Occupancy is at 35%, with an average length of stay of 82 days. Moreover, total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 47 minutes per resident per day, representing the combined daily nurse staffing time assigned to each resident. Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, allowing different ways to cover expenses. This also suggests that Medicare can cover short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, while Medicaid can help when savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay allows a family to pay directly.

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Overview of Country Meadows of Allentown

Country Meadows of Allentown offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Allentown, PA. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident keeps a private apartment. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

The community has 118 beds. Its multiple care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving to another level can happen within the same community. Starting monthly prices are $3,730 for independent living, $6,528 for personal care, and $9,001 for memory care, giving families a separate entry rate for each care arrangement.

Housing includes two bedroom residences, one bedroom residences, studios, and alcove suites. The two bedroom layouts are available for couples moving together, while studios and alcove layouts suit one resident. Pets are allowed, so a resident may keep a pet at the community. Restaurant style dining gives residents meals in a restaurant style setting, and the fitness center provides an on site place to exercise.

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Overview of Legacy Place Cottages

Legacy Place Cottages offers a distinct and purposeful senior living experience tailored for Jehovah’s Witnesses. Steeped in the values cherished by this community, it provides a meaningful living environment where personal care and memory care households create a secure haven for residents. The incorporation of Bible principles infuses this community with a unique sense of comfort, ensuring families can rest assured that their loved ones are in a setting that aligns with their beliefs.

At Legacy Place Cottages, the commitment to excellence extends to every aspect. The secure environment is designed to foster a sense of tranquility, while the culinary offerings exceed expectations, providing residents with amazing meals. Moreover, the dedicated staff members uphold the highest standards of care, reflecting a profound dedication to the well-being of the residents. Through a careful fusion of spiritual and practical elements, Legacy Place Cottages stands as a testament to the nurturing and protective values that Jehovah’s Witnesses hold dear.

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Overview of Abode Care of Allentown

Abode Care of Allentown in Allentown, Pennsylvania, provides assisted living, memory care for individuals with dementia, and temporary respite stays. Personal care routines, including medication assistance and daily hygiene, adapt to changing health needs.

Round-the-clock nursing staff manage ongoing resident support across the 117-bed property. Daily life features gourmet meals, scheduled transportation for medical appointments, and active social areas that include outdoor patios, landscaped grounds, and indoor lounges.

Interested families looking for personal care or specialized memory support can reach out to Abode Care of Allentown to inquire about available rooms and explore the campus.

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Overview of Briarwood Senior Living

Briarwood Senior Living is located in Newfoundland, Pennsylvania, in the heart of Wayne County. Briarwood Senior Living proudly stands as an award-winning, intimate personal care home. Renowned for their commitment to providing 24/7 supervision and comprehensive senior living care tailored to each resident’s unique needs. At Briarwood, the team views residents as more than clients; they are family.

Briarwood is more than a senior living community; it’s where personalized care meets genuine hospitality. Every facet of their service is infused with a resident-first approach to ensure the highest quality of life for those in their care. Tucked within a warm, homelike environment, this community fosters happiness and comfort, delivering a senior living experience that brings daily joy and smiles to residents’ faces.

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Walden III

325 N Broadway, Wind Gap, PA 18091
Overview of Walden III

Burrowed in a peaceful neighborhood in Wind Gap, PA, Walden III is a welcoming senior living community that empowers seniors to live a fulfilling lifestyle through their compassionate assisted living and independent living services. Retire in the comfort of tastefully furnished residences with central air conditioning, fire protection systems, and emergency call bells in bedrooms and bathrooms for convenient access to assistance during emergencies. Residents benefit from the convenience and comfort of having personal assistance with daily living activities, housekeeping and laundry services, transportation, and 24-hour Supervision.

Fostering a vibrant social life and living experience, the community organizes a comprehensive recreation program, including games, social hour, Bible study, movies, exercise classes, and much more. Other supportive care services, such as routine health checks by nurses, podiatry services, on-site lab services, and physical and occupational therapy services, ensure residents stay on top of their overall health. The community ensures residents’ nutrition is always in check by offering nutrition management services. With comprehensive services and amenities, residents are empowered to comfortably age in place in this beautiful community.

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Overview of Above All Senior Living Care

Above All Senior Living Care offers assisted living, hospice care, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Allentown, PA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication, while independent living provides a private living arrangement without daily care.

Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Hospice care supports residents receiving end of life care, and respite care offers a short stay for a family caregiver who needs time to travel or recover.

Several care levels are available here. That may suit a resident whose needs change over time and who may be able to move between care levels without leaving the community. The community has 36 beds, placing it in the smaller community range where staff and residents can get to know each other.

Staff are present 24 hours a day. Assistance is available overnight as well as during the day, and a doctor is on staff for physician care. Rehabilitation services allow a resident to receive therapy through the facility rather than arrange it elsewhere. Meals include an Alzheimer’s special diet, giving residents with Alzheimer’s a meal option aligned with that care need.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Assisted Living in Allentown at a glance

Avg Monthly Cost: $5,243The average monthly cost across facilities in Allentown, PA. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 37/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Allentown, PA. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 81The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Allentown, PA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Allentown, PA

What is the average cost of assisted living in Allentown, PA?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Allentown, PA is approximately $3,600. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for assisted living in Allentown, PA?

Assisted living in Allentown, PA typically ranges from $3,300–$5,100 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Allentown, PA?

Assisted living facilities in Allentown, PA typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:15.

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Pennsylvania?

Assisted living in Pennsylvania supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Pennsylvania?

Assisted living in Pennsylvania is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Pennsylvania Medicaid cover assisted living?

Pennsylvania Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Pennsylvania) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.