
Compare Memory Care around Bethlehem (Metro Area)
The information below is reported by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services and Department of Health.
| Moravian Village of Bethlehem | MC AL IL NH SNF | Bethlehem (Central Bethlehem) | 250
Facility
250
PA AVG
94
Rank
#9 / 553 | No |
59
Facility
59
PA AVG
46
Rank
#216 / 667 | Moravian Village Of Bethlehem | 90
Facility
90
PA AVG
83
Rank
#132 / 460 | 9 | 0
Facility
0
PA AVG
4
Rank
#1 / 478 | 55.6%
Facility
55.6%
PA AVG
72.7%
Rank
#123 / 478 | 10
Facility
10
PA AVG
63
Rank
#49 / 478 | 1.1
Facility
1.1
PA AVG
5.7
Rank
#29 / 478 | Non-Profit | 22
Facility
22
PA AVG
76.9
Rank
#339 / 356 | 1.22 | 0 | - | - |
| Kirkland Village | MC AL HOS IL NH RC SNF | Bethlehem | 64
Facility
64
PA AVG
94
Rank
#382 / 553 | Yes |
12
Facility
12
PA AVG
46
Rank
#590 / 667 | Presbyterian Homes, Inc | 84
Facility
84
PA AVG
83
Rank
#220 / 460 | 9 | 2
Facility
2
PA AVG
4
Rank
#184 / 478 | 44.4%
Facility
44.4%
PA AVG
72.7%
Rank
#63 / 478 | 11
Facility
11
PA AVG
63
Rank
#57 / 478 | 1.2
Facility
1.2
PA AVG
5.7
Rank
#32 / 478 | Non-Profit | 31
Facility
31
PA AVG
76.9
Rank
#314 / 356 | 1.03 | 46.9% | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ |
| Country Meadows of Bethlehem V | MC AL HOS IL NH RC SNF | Bethlehem | 126
Facility
126
PA AVG
94
Rank
#100 / 553 | Yes |
5
Facility
5
PA AVG
46
Rank
#634 / 667 | Country Meadows Of Northampton Associates LP | 88
Facility
88
PA AVG
83
Rank
#162 / 460 | 15 | 4
Facility
4
PA AVG
4
Rank
#297 / 478 | 46.7%
Facility
46.7%
PA AVG
72.7%
Rank
#74 / 478 | 23
Facility
23
PA AVG
63
Rank
#138 / 478 | 1.5
Facility
1.5
PA AVG
5.7
Rank
#46 / 478 | Profit | 75
Facility
75
PA AVG
76.9
Rank
#171 / 356 | 1.23 | 48.4% | - | - |
| Bethlehem Manor | MC AL IL | Bethlehem (West Side) | 75
Facility
75
PA AVG
94
Rank
#322 / 553 | No |
73
Facility
73
PA AVG
46
Rank
#122 / 667 | Bethlehem Manor Senior Living LLC | 75
Facility
75
PA AVG
83
Rank
#338 / 460 | 17 | 5
Facility
5
PA AVG
4
Rank
#343 / 478 | 52.9%
Facility
52.9%
PA AVG
72.7%
Rank
#112 / 478 | 44
Facility
44
PA AVG
63
Rank
#266 / 478 | 2.6
Facility
2.6
PA AVG
5.7
Rank
#141 / 478 | Profit | 65
Facility
65
PA AVG
76.9
Rank
#198 / 356 | 1.63 | 36.0% | Studio | A+ |
| The Vero at Bethlehem | MC AL RC | Bethlehem (Shimer) | 140
Facility
140
PA AVG
94
Rank
#71 / 553 | Yes |
32
Facility
32
PA AVG
46
Rank
#444 / 667 | Columbia Hanover Opco, LLC | 68
Facility
68
PA AVG
83
Rank
#391 / 460 | 9 | 6
Facility
6
PA AVG
4
Rank
#376 / 478 | 66.7%
Facility
66.7%
PA AVG
72.7%
Rank
#222 / 478 | 135
Facility
135
PA AVG
63
Rank
#428 / 478 | 15.0
Facility
15.0
PA AVG
5.7
Rank
#459 / 478 | Profit | 170
Facility
170
PA AVG
76.9
Rank
#6 / 356 | 1.31 | 99.3% | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - |
| Maple Shade Meadows Senior Living | MC AL RESC RC | Nesquehoning (New Columbus) | 85
Facility
85
PA AVG
94
Rank
#267 / 553 | No |
38
Facility
38
PA AVG
46
Rank
#397 / 667 | Maple Shade Meadows LP | 72
Facility
72
PA AVG
83
Rank
#362 / 460 | 18 | 5
Facility
5
PA AVG
4
Rank
#343 / 478 | 44.4%
Facility
44.4%
PA AVG
72.7%
Rank
#63 / 478 | 86
Facility
86
PA AVG
63
Rank
#387 / 478 | 4.8
Facility
4.8
PA AVG
5.7
Rank
#302 / 478 | Profit | 160
Facility
160
PA AVG
76.9
Rank
#11 / 356 | 2.81 | 76.5% | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | - |
| Meadows Living Center at Country Meadows of Bethlehem | MC AL HOS IL NH RC SNF | Bethlehem | 64
Facility
64
PA AVG
94
Rank
#382 / 553 | Yes |
5
Facility
5
PA AVG
46
Rank
#634 / 667 | Country Meadows Of Northampton Associates LP | 100
Facility
100
PA AVG
83
Rank
#1 / 460 | 16 | 2
Facility
2
PA AVG
4
Rank
#184 / 478 | 43.8%
Facility
43.8%
PA AVG
72.7%
Rank
#59 / 478 | 21
Facility
21
PA AVG
63
Rank
#125 / 478 | 1.3
Facility
1.3
PA AVG
5.7
Rank
#39 / 478 | Profit | - | - | 48.4% | - | - |
Moravian Village of Bethlehem is a trusted retirement community in Bethlehem, PA, that offers personal care and transitional care. Surrounded by lush trees and scenic mountain views, residents here are assured of having a laid-back stay. Chef-prepared dining, household management, and a 24-hour emergency response system are also among the community’s unique offerings. Prioritizing the well-being of older adults, the community employs a holistic approach to care tailored to their individual needs.
With a registered dietitian, meals are thoughtfully planned for residents’ preferences. The community’s cozy setting and beautiful scenery are also perfect for meditation and yoga. With its spacious pet-friendly amenities, residents can play with their pets. This senior living community is one of the ideal options to spend retirement in the historic district of Bethlehem, PA, especially with its top-notch services and home-like environment.
Set in the sunny and charming neighborhood of Bethlehem, PA, Kirkland Village is a warm and welcoming senior living community that delivers exceptional independent living, personal care, memory care, and transitional care. To further enhance residents’ convenience, the community also provides home care services, skilled nursing for residents undergoing recovery, as well as end of life care. Offering convenient access to the historic downtown of Bethlehem, the community allows residents to enjoy the city’s vibrant offerings conveniently.
The community provides every resident with maintenance-free accommodations in a variety of floor plans, including charming cottages and luxury terrace homes. A vibrant array of amenities, such as a library, day spa, on-site pub, aquatic, and fitness center are also offered to give residents a more enjoyable living experience. With access to a wide array of services, residents of Kirkland Village are guaranteed to age in place comfortably.
Country Meadows of Bethlehem V is a skilled nursing home on Green Pond Road in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. It delivers short-term rehabilitation and longer-term nursing care through its parent company, Country Meadows Of Northampton Associates. The facility is owned by Leader Holdings and caters to residents via Medicare and private pay arrangements. With 126 beds, the home currently maintains a 48 percent occupancy rate, reflecting an average stay of 44 days, suiting the facility’s emphasis on post-acute rehabilitation and recovery instead of permanent residence.
Everyday nursing care is robust, averaging 4 hours and 5 minutes per resident across the entire care team. It’s a combination of registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses working 24/7 to give continuous support. This staffing structure supports the facility’s range of programs, including skilled nursing and rehabilitation, short-term rehab and respite care, restorative care, and assisted living and personal care options. Memory support services alongside broader nursing and therapeutic offerings are likewise offered by the facility. Meanwhile, dining follows a restaurant-style service model, with professionally prepared meals in shared dining and private dining settings, letting residents and their families select how they dine. The car-dependent surrounding community on Green Pond Road has a Walk Score of 5, so most errands necessitate a car, though this location also provides close access to regional healthcare resources.
Over the past five years, Pennsylvania Department of Health inspections have centered on medication management and fire safety protocols. Country Meadows of Bethlehem V has implemented corrective action plans and staff retraining to address these areas, which remain crucial focus points for ongoing compliance.
Nestled in the neighborhood of Bethlehem, PA, Bethlehem Manor is a classic senior living community, offering compassionate independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Committed to providing residents with unmatched accommodations, the community features an array of carefully designed residences that fosters a home-like atmosphere and comfortable living experience. A team of fully qualified and skillfully trained care experts are available any time of the day to offer various services, such as personal care, daily living assistance, and more.
Encouraging residents to stay active and engaged on a daily basis, the community also offers a multitude of activities and programs that everyone can enjoy. The community partners with reliable third-party care providers to provide residents with additional care services, such as rehabilitation, podiatry services, and psychiatry services. Here, residents can rest easy knowing that they will be provided with quality care and services.
With a 140-bed capacity, The Vero at Bethlehem is a personal care home in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, offering assisted living, personal care, respite care, and a secured memory care neighborhood. The community also provides studio, one-, and two-bedroom apartments, with 36 dedicated beds for older adults living with Alzheimer’s disease. It currently maintains a 99% occupancy rate, with over 130 beds occupied.
24-hour personal assistance, nutritious meals, transportation, fitness programs, recreational activities, and outdoor spaces are offered. The pet-friendly environment also allows residents to keep their companion animals. Located a few miles from downtown and near Lehigh Valley Hospital, it also offers convenient access to healthcare while providing a peaceful residential setting.
State inspections have identified areas requiring improvement in medication administration, fire safety, emergency communication, and documentation practices. While some issues have been resolved, others continue to be addressed through corrective action plans.
Offering 85 private and semi-private rooms, Maple Shade Meadows Senior Living is a personal care home in Nesquehoning, Pennsylvania. Personal care, respite care, and dementia care are among the care options offered. Operated by Maple Shade Meadows LP, it currently maintains a 76% occupancy rate.
Its location on East Locust Street is slightly walkable with a Walk Score of 38, suggesting that some nearby services are accessible on foot, while most errands require transportation. Meanwhile, licensed nurses and nursing assistants are available 24 hours a day to provide support. Organized activities, comfortable living spaces, and daily dining experiences are also available to promote engagement and active living.
State inspections have addressed areas including staff training, medication management, food safety and storage, fire safety, and resident assessment documentation. Accepted plans of correction have been implemented, and the most recent unannounced inspection reported no deficiencies, reflecting successful compliance efforts.
With a 64-bed capacity, Meadows Living Center at Country Meadows of Bethlehem is a nursing home in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, that offers skilled nursing care, rehabilitation, restorative care, and memory support. The community is operating at approximately 48% occupancy, with 31 older adults currently in residence. Its location along Green Pond Road is car-dependent, with a Walk Score of only 5, suggesting that transportation is required for most errands and outings.
Rehabilitation services are provided for residents recovering from illness, injury, or surgery, while restorative care is available to help residents maintain independence. Memory care, assisted living, and personal care are also offered, allowing the community to accommodate varying levels of care, particularly those with cognitive-related conditions.
State inspections have highlighted concerns related to resident safety and staff conduct. In response, corrective action plans and staff retraining initiatives have been implemented, although recent inspections indicate these areas continue to require attention.
A discussion with the management regarding resident protection measures, staff training requirements, and ongoing oversight practices is also encouraged to better understand how Meadows Living Center at Country Meadows of Bethlehem addresses these concerns.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these memory care communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Bethlehem, PA
What is the average cost of memory care in Bethlehem, PA?
The average monthly cost of memory care in Bethlehem, PA is approximately $5,000. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.
What is the price range for memory care in Bethlehem, PA?
Memory care in Bethlehem, PA typically ranges from $4,000–$6,500 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.
What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in Bethlehem, PA?
Memory care communities in Bethlehem, PA typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.
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.
Does Pennsylvania Medicaid cover memory care?
Pennsylvania Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, 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 memory care?
Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.
How many memory care communities are listed on this page?
This page features 7 memory care communities in Bethlehem, PA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
















