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Best Nursing Homes in Allentown, PA

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated May 2026
We analyzed 17 homes in Allentown, PA

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Pennsylvania Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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The information below is reported by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services and Department of Health.

9 facilities compared · CMS & PA Dept. of Health data

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Riverton Enhanced Senior Living
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).

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.

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 144
Rank #94 / 176
76.7%
Facility 76.7%
PA AVG 78.7%
Rank #70 / 174
-3%
3.51
Facility 3.51
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #146 / 171
+13%-15%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 174
7
Facility 7
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #39 / 171
1.4
Facility 1.4
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #17 / 171
-
Facility -
PA AVG 1.0
69
56
Facility 56
PA AVG 50
Rank #81 / 175
Lee-Anne Liberatore
$17.4M
Facility $17.4M
PA AVG $32.8M
Rank #118 / 174
$9.0M
Facility $9.0M
PA AVG $6.7M
Rank #108 / 174
51.8%
Facility 51.8%
PA AVG 40%
Rank #70 / 174
395171
EverTrue Luther Crest
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).

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.

Allentown (Trexler Estates)
71
Facility 71
PA AVG 144
Rank #120 / 176
35.2%
Facility 35.2%
PA AVG 78.7%
Rank #164 / 174
-55%
-
Facility -
PA AVG 4.15
+29%-
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 174
8
Facility 8
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #46 / 171
2.7
Facility 2.7
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #47 / 171
-
Facility -
PA AVG 1.0
25
28
Facility 28
PA AVG 50
Rank #127 / 175
Lawrence Delp
$34.7M
Facility $34.7M
PA AVG $32.8M
Rank #40 / 174
$7.4M
Facility $7.4M
PA AVG $6.7M
Rank #133 / 174
21.2%
Facility 21.2%
PA AVG 40%
Rank #173 / 174
395591
ManorCare Health Services-Allentown
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 (West End)
146
Facility 146
PA AVG 144
Rank #37 / 176
94.2%
Facility 94.2%
PA AVG 78.7%
Rank #12 / 174
+20%
3.85
Facility 3.85
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #120 / 171
-35%-7%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 174
4
Facility 4
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #17 / 171
1.3
Facility 1.3
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #10 / 171
-
Facility -
PA AVG 1.0
135
93
Facility 93
PA AVG 50
Rank #7 / 175
Diamond Healthcare At West Allen Holdco LLC
$15.4M
Facility $15.4M
PA AVG $32.8M
Rank #129 / 174
$9.5M
Facility $9.5M
PA AVG $6.7M
Rank #100 / 174
61.9%
Facility 61.9%
PA AVG 40%
Rank #17 / 174
395264
Good Shepherd Home Raker Center
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).

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.

Allentown (Fairview)
99
Facility 99
PA AVG 144
Rank #87 / 176
-
Facility -
PA AVG 78.7%
-
3.36
Facility 3.36
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #156 / 171
+46%-19%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 174
12
Facility 12
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #68 / 171
3.0
Facility 3.0
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #58 / 171
-
Facility -
PA AVG 1.0
95
60
Facility 60
PA AVG 50
Rank #74 / 175
-
-
Facility -
PA AVG $32.8M
-
Facility -
PA AVG $6.7M
-
Facility -
PA AVG 40%
395018
The Terrace at Phoebe Allentown
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).

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.

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.

Allentown
395
Facility 395
PA AVG 144
60.7%
Facility 60.7%
PA AVG 78.7%
-23%
3.98
Facility 3.98
PA AVG 4.15
-38%-4%
$21.0k
Facility $21.0k
PA AVG $61.2k
13
Facility 13
PA AVG 31.3
2.2
Facility 2.2
PA AVG 4.4
1
Facility 1
PA AVG 1.0
240
82
Facility 82
PA AVG 50
Michelle Morton
$59.7M
Facility $59.7M
PA AVG $32.8M
$24.8M
Facility $24.8M
PA AVG $6.7M
41.6%
Facility 41.6%
PA AVG 40%
395080
Cedar Crest Post Acute
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).

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.

Allentown
166
Facility 166
PA AVG 144
Rank #31 / 176
90.7%
Facility 90.7%
PA AVG 78.7%
Rank #28 / 174
+15%
3.41
Facility 3.41
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #156 / 171
+19%-18%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 174
7
Facility 7
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #39 / 171
1.4
Facility 1.4
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #17 / 171
-
Facility -
PA AVG 1.0
156
31
Facility 31
PA AVG 50
Rank #122 / 175
Cedar Crest Operator Holdings LLC
$10.6M
Facility $10.6M
PA AVG $32.8M
Rank #153 / 174
$5.4M
Facility $5.4M
PA AVG $6.7M
Rank #156 / 174
50.7%
Facility 50.7%
PA AVG 40%
Rank #79 / 174
395760
Cedarbrook Senior Care and Rehab
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).

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.

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.

Allentown (South Cedarbrook Road)
670
Facility 670
PA AVG 144
Rank #1 / 176
75.8%
Facility 75.8%
PA AVG 78.7%
Rank #75 / 174
-4%
4.64
Facility 4.64
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #62 / 171
-4%+12%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 174
12
Facility 12
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #68 / 171
4.0
Facility 4.0
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #96 / 171
-
Facility -
PA AVG 1.0
502
22
Facility 22
PA AVG 50
Rank #136 / 175
County Of Lehigh Pennsylvania
$82.3M
Facility $82.3M
PA AVG $32.8M
Rank #6 / 174
$51.5M
Facility $51.5M
PA AVG $6.7M
Rank #3 / 174
62.5%
Facility 62.5%
PA AVG 40%
Rank #14 / 174
395465
Complete Care at Lehigh Center
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).

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.

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

Macungie (Spring Creek Road)
128
Facility 128
PA AVG 144
Rank #49 / 176
94.3%
Facility 94.3%
PA AVG 78.7%
Rank #11 / 174
+20%
3.47
Facility 3.47
PA AVG 4.15
Rank #146 / 171
-27%-16%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.2k
Rank #1 / 174
11
Facility 11
PA AVG 31.3
Rank #63 / 171
3.7
Facility 3.7
PA AVG 4.4
Rank #89 / 171
-
Facility -
PA AVG 1.0
121
18
Facility 18
PA AVG 50
Rank #146 / 175
-
$16.3M
Facility $16.3M
PA AVG $32.8M
Rank #123 / 174
$8.5M
Facility $8.5M
PA AVG $6.7M
Rank #115 / 174
52.1%
Facility 52.1%
PA AVG 40%
Rank #67 / 174
395939
ProMedica Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation (West Allen)
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).

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.

Allentown (West End)
240
Facility 240
PA AVG 144
58.0%
Facility 58.0%
PA AVG 78.7%
-26%
3.73
Facility 3.73
PA AVG 4.15
-19%-10%
$288.2k
Facility $288.2k
PA AVG $61.2k
61
Facility 61
PA AVG 31.3
7.6
Facility 7.6
PA AVG 4.4
2
Facility 2
PA AVG 1.0
194
93
Facility 93
PA AVG 50
Gbrh Holdco LLC
$21.8M
Facility $21.8M
PA AVG $32.8M
$9.5M
Facility $9.5M
PA AVG $6.7M
43.4%
Facility 43.4%
PA AVG 40%
395421
Overview of Promedica Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation (west Allen)

Situated in the heart of Allentown, Pennsylvania, ProMedica Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation (West Allen) stands as a trusted and dependable home for those in need of post-hospital skilled nursing care. With a dedicated clinical and therapy team, they focus unwaveringly on meeting the individual needs of residents, ensuring a smooth and secure transition throughout the recovery process. The center not only offers outpatient rehabilitation and short-term care options but also provides long-term care solutions within a facility that boasts an impressive array of amenities.

Private and semi-private rooms provide comfortable living spaces, complemented by inviting lounges and activity areas. Alongside essential services like housekeeping and laundry, residents enjoy modern conveniences such as TVs and Internet access. But it’s not just about the facilities; the center is abuzz with a vibrant community atmosphere. From engaging horticulture groups and enriching outings to cultural celebrations, arts, and crafts, and the cherished moments of social gatherings, ProMedica Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation (West Allen) strives to create a dynamic and enriching environment for all its residents.

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Overview of Above All Senior Living Care LLC
Above All Senior Living is a senior living facility located in Allentown, PA. It specializes in medical care for seniors, independent living, and dementia care. The facility offers a range of services including personal care, respite care, and daily living support.

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Overview of Abode Care of Allentown
Abode Care of Allentown is a senior living community in Allentown, PA. It offers quality care, personalized assistance, and a variety of activities to enhance the quality of life for its residents. The community focuses on providing a dignified and independent lifestyle with around-the-clock personal care.

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Overview of The Atrium of Allentown
The Atrium of Allentown is a senior living facility located in Allentown, PA. It offers personal care and memory care services in a luxurious environment. The facility emphasizes compassionate care and well-being for its residents.

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Overview of Above All Senior Living Care LLC
Above All Senior Living is a senior living facility located in Allentown, PA. It specializes in medical care for seniors, independent living, and dementia care. The facility offers a range of services including personal care, respite care, and memory care.

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Overview of Abode Care of Allentown
Abode Care of Allentown is a senior living community in Allentown, PA. It offers quality care with 24/7 nursing services, personalized assistance, and a variety of activities for residents. The community focuses on providing a dignified and independent lifestyle for seniors.

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Overview of Country Meadows of Allentown
Country Meadows of Allentown provides a full range of senior care services and multiple levels of care. It offers Independent Living, Personal Care, Memory Support Services, and Restorative Services. The community has been serving seniors in the Lehigh Valley for 30 years.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Allentown, PA

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 nursing home care?

Yes — Pennsylvania Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 17 nursing homes in Allentown, PA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Allentown, PA?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Allentown, PA, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Allentown, PA?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.