Legend of Allentown – Memory Care in Macungie, PA

Overview of Legend of Allentown – Memory Care

Legend of Allentown is a haven nestled in the suburban tranquility of Macungie, Pennsylvania. Here, residents bask in a refreshing atmosphere that carries the whispers of peace in the air. What sets this community apart is its commitment to fostering social connections and maximizing independence. Their distinctive approach to memory care unfolds within a well-lit, accessible one-story design, ensuring residents feel at ease and empowered. With a team of expert caregivers and associates, seniors not only receive exceptional care but also find encouragement and support in their daily journey.

Legend of Allentown presents a world of amenities, from the allure of a private movie theater to the pampering touch of a salon and spa. Every detail matters at Legend of Allentown, from the welcoming ambiance to the thoughtful amenities that include an on-site chapel, fitness center, and recreation room. Embrace a lifestyle that thrives on comfort, care, and camaraderie, where every moment is infused with the warmth of home.

Facility Direct Line (484) 642-0098

100-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

Walk Score: 34 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

58%

Lower than the Pennsylvania average: 78.7%

Occupied beds

58 / 100

Average occupied beds in Pennsylvania homes 103 beds

Facility TypePersonal Care Homes

IssuanceNovember 25, 2025

ExpirationNovember 25, 2026

CountyLehigh

License Number231390

Legend of Allentown – Memory Care is legally operated by Lw Allentown Opco LLC.

Profit StatusFor-profit

Since 2022 · 4 years of data 221 citations 14 complaints 22 inspections 0 waivers

Inspection Score

17 points below the Pennsylvania average for assisted living residences (83/100)

Waivers 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 Facility PA Average vs. PA Avg

Waivers are Pennsylvania Department of Health exemptions that let a facility operate outside required staffing ratios or staff credential rules. A higher count can signal that the facility regularly relies on exceptions — for example, fewer nursing hours per resident or staff who don't fully meet qualification standards — which may affect day-to-day care.
0
vs 0.9 avg
↓ 100% fewer than PA avg

Data reflects the most recent 4 years (since 2022).

Inspection Scorecard 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.

Since 2022 vs. Pennsylvania state average

Overall vs. PA average

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	PA Average	vs. PA Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	221	63	This facility has 251% more total citations than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (221 vs. PA avg 63).↑ 251% worse Rank #456 / 478 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 456th out of 478 homes in Pennsylvania for total citations. Shows this facility's total citations compared to the Pennsylvania average among 478 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Pennsylvania that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	10	5.7	This facility has 75% more citations per inspection than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (10 vs. PA avg 5.7).↑ 75% worse Rank #433 / 478 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 433rd out of 478 homes in Pennsylvania for citations per inspection. Shows this facility's citations per inspection compared to the Pennsylvania average among 478 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Pennsylvania that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	PA Average	vs. PA Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.	22	11	This facility has had 100% more total inspections than the Pennsylvania average (22 vs. PA avg 11). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 100% more
Inspections with citations Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.	19	8	This facility has 138% more inspections with citations than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (19 vs. PA avg 8).↑ 138% worse
Inspection citation rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.	86%	73%	This facility has 13 percentage points higher inspection citation rate than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (86% vs. PA avg 73%).↑ 13% worse Rank #428 / 478 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 428th out of 478 homes in Pennsylvania for % of inspections with citations. Shows this facility's % of inspections with citations compared to the Pennsylvania average among 478 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Pennsylvania that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.

Complaints & Investigations Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.	This Facility	PA Average	vs. PA Avg
Total complaints Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.	14	4	This facility has 250% more total complaints than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (14 vs. PA avg 4).↑ 250% worse Rank #472 / 478 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 472nd out of 478 homes in Pennsylvania for complaint inspections. Shows this facility's complaint inspections compared to the Pennsylvania average among 478 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Pennsylvania that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Complaints per year Average complaints per year since 2022.	3.5	1	This facility has 250% more complaints per year than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (3.5 vs. PA avg 1).↑ 250% worse

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The most recent inspection on September 9, 2025, found one deficiency related to resident transfer assistance resulting in injury, with the plan of correction fully implemented and compliance maintained.
The April 18, 2024 enforcement inspection documented 19 deficiencies including failure to report incidents timely, inadequate ADL assistance, medication errors, incomplete support plans, and inadequate staffing, resulting in a provisional license.
Multiple complaint investigations between 2024 and 2025 found recurring issues with medication administration errors, delayed incident reporting, inadequate staffing for emergency evacuation, and incomplete or inaccurate resident support plans.

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: Single-story

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2.3 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Macungie's city center to Legend of Allentown – Memory Care's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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 to lowest based on our ranking methodology.


Messiah Lifeways at Messiah Village	MC ADC AL IL NH RESC RC SNF	Mechanicsburg	190 Facility 190 PA AVG 94 Rank #21 / 553	No	22 Facility 22 PA AVG 46 Rank #520 / 667	Messiah Home Inc	89 Facility 89 PA AVG 83 Rank #152 / 460	9	1 Facility 1 PA AVG 4 Rank #107 / 478	77.8% Facility 77.8% PA AVG 72.7% Rank #345 / 478	32 Facility 32 PA AVG 63 Rank #205 / 478	3.6 Facility 3.6 PA AVG 5.7 Rank #221 / 478	Non-Profit	144 Facility 144 PA AVG 76.9 Rank #21 / 356	1.21	78.4%	-	A+
Legend of Allentown – Memory Care	MC	Macungie (Lower Macungie Road)	100 Facility 100 PA AVG 94 Rank #202 / 553	Yes	34 Facility 34 PA AVG 46 Rank #425 / 667	Lw Allentown Opco LLC	66 Facility 66 PA AVG 83 Rank #410 / 460	22	14 Facility 14 PA AVG 4 Rank #472 / 478	86.4% Facility 86.4% PA AVG 72.7% Rank #428 / 478	221 Facility 221 PA AVG 63 Rank #456 / 478	10.0 Facility 10.0 PA AVG 5.7 Rank #433 / 478	Profit	-	-	58.0%	1 Bed / 2 Bed	-
Homestead Village	MC AL IL NH SNF	Lancaster (Rohrerstown)	100 Facility 100 PA AVG 94 Rank #202 / 553	Yes	16 Facility 16 PA AVG 46 Rank #558 / 667	Homestead Village Inc	91 Facility 91 PA AVG 83 Rank #112 / 460	5	0 Facility 0 PA AVG 4 Rank #1 / 478	40% Facility 40% PA AVG 72.7% Rank #39 / 478	6 Facility 6 PA AVG 63 Rank #27 / 478	1.2 Facility 1.2 PA AVG 5.7 Rank #32 / 478	Non-Profit	-	-	57.0%	Private Rooms	-
Dunwoody Village	MC NH RC SNF	Newtown Square	81 Facility 81 PA AVG 94 Rank #288 / 553	Yes	64 Facility 64 PA AVG 46 Rank #183 / 667	Dunwoody Village Inc	86 Facility 86 PA AVG 83 Rank #193 / 460	16	3 Facility 3 PA AVG 4 Rank #242 / 478	75% Facility 75% PA AVG 72.7% Rank #312 / 478	58 Facility 58 PA AVG 63 Rank #324 / 478	3.6 Facility 3.6 PA AVG 5.7 Rank #221 / 478	Non-Profit	102 Facility 102 PA AVG 76.9 Rank #94 / 356	1.36	92.6%	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	-
Homeland Center	MC HC HOS NH PC SNF	Harrisburg (Midtown)	56 Facility 56 PA AVG 94 Rank #421 / 553	No	75 Facility 75 PA AVG 46 Rank #110 / 667	Home For The Friendless, Inc	93 Facility 93 PA AVG 83 Rank #85 / 460	5	0 Facility 0 PA AVG 4 Rank #1 / 478	20% Facility 20% PA AVG 72.7% Rank #20 / 478	2 Facility 2 PA AVG 63 Rank #20 / 478	0.4 Facility 0.4 PA AVG 5.7 Rank #20 / 478	Non-Profit	51 Facility 51 PA AVG 76.9 Rank #248 / 356	1.09	83.9%	-	-

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What neighborhood is Legend of Allentown – Memory Care in?

Legend of Allentown – Memory Care is in the Lower Macungie Road neighborhood of Macungie.

Who is the owner of Legend of Allentown – Memory Care?

Legend of Allentown – Memory Care is legally operated by Lw Allentown Opco LLC.

Is Legend of Allentown – Memory Care in a walkable area?

Legend of Allentown – Memory Care has a walk score of 34. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Legend of Allentown – Memory Care?

According to PA state health department records, Legend of Allentown – Memory Care's license number is 231390.

When does Legend of Allentown – Memory Care's license expire?

According to PA state health department records, Legend of Allentown – Memory Care's license expires on November 25, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Legend of Allentown – Memory Care?

Legend of Allentown – Memory Care's occupancy is 58%.

Are pets allowed at Legend of Allentown – Memory Care?

Yes, Legend of Allentown – Memory Care allows residents to bring their pets.

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Inspection History

Waivers 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.

Inspection Scorecard 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 Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

Complaints & Investigations Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

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