Good Shepherd Supported Independent Living – Allentown

Q: What neighborhood is Good Shepherd Supported Independent Living – Allentown in?

Good Shepherd Supported Independent Living – Allentown is in the South Side neighborhood.

Q: Is Good Shepherd Supported Independent Living – Allentown in a walkable area?

Good Shepherd Supported Independent Living – Allentown has a walk score of 60. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Q: What is the phone number of Good Shepherd Supported Independent Living – Allentown?

(610) 841-4752 will put you in contact with the team at Good Shepherd Supported Independent Living – Allentown.

Q: Is Good Shepherd Supported Independent Living – Allentown Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Good Shepherd Supported Independent Living – Allentown is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

Overview of Good Shepherd Supported Independent Living – Allentown

Good Shepherd Supported Independent Living is a home-like community with a person-centered approach. The retirement home prioritizes every senior, tending to their every need.

The modest old living environment strives to offer its residents specialized care and attention to each unique individual.

Good Shepherd is a home that cultivates the needs of seniors by providing indoor and outdoor common areas, meals served daily, and housekeeping services.

(610) 841-4752 recruiting@gsrh.org

Types of Care at Good Shepherd Supported Independent Living – Allentown

Independent Living Assisted Living

Walk Score: 60 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Safety FeaturesCard-access security system

Rehabilitation Services

Doctor on Staff

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

24-Hour Staffing

Home Care

Admission CriteriaMust meet federal HUD income eligibility criteria.

Fitness Center

Spa

Restaurant

Garden

Patio

Transportation

Shuttle

Laundry

ActivitiesResident-run activities committee organizes events and movie nights.

Specific Programs1-888-44-REHAB, Locations, Ways to Give

Operating HoursOpen 24 Hours

What does this home offer?

Building Type: 2-story

Fitness and Recreation

Managed by Jessica Cooper

Executive Director, GSPP Rehabilitation

Jessica Cooper serves as the Executive Director of GSPP Rehabilitation at Good Shepherd Supported Independent Living - Allentown. She brings leadership and expertise to the community, overseeing rehabilitation services with a focus on quality care and resident well-being.

142.0 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Allentown's city center to Good Shepherd Supported Independent Living – Allentown's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.11 miles to nearest hospital (St. Luke's Hospital - Sacred Heart Campus)

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Community HealthChoices (CHC)

PA Medicaid CHC

Age 65+ or disabled

General Pennsylvania resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).

Managed care model; high urban demand (e.g., Philadelphia, Pittsburgh).

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., bathing, dressing) Respite care (up to 240 hours/year) Adult day care ($70/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Pennsylvania OPTIONS Program

PA OPTIONS

Age 60+

General Pennsylvania resident, at risk of nursing home placement.

Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies by region

Asset Limits $8,000 individual

Cost-sharing required above certain income; rural/urban balance.

Benefits

In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Adult day care (~$70/day) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Living Independence for the Elderly (LIFE)

Pennsylvania LIFE (PACE)

Age 55+

General PA resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with LIFE support.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.

16 providers in 25 counties (e.g., Allegheny, Luzerne); LIFE branding unique to PA.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Pennsylvania Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled

General PA resident, Medicare Part A/B.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits

Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Pennsylvania Family Caregiver Support Program

Age —

General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; PA resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; reimbursements up to $600/month if care recipient income < ~$2,322/month 185% FPL

Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.

High demand; includes grandparent caregivers.

Benefits

Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Supplies (~$2,000/year) Caregiver training

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Pennsylvania VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse

General PA resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit

High veteran population; supports rural/urban care needs.

Benefits

Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program (PTRR)

Pennsylvania Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program

Age 65+

General PA resident, homeowner/renter (or widow/er 50+, disabled 18+).

Income Limits (2025) ~$45,000/year individual or couple, excludes half of Social Security

Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.

Rebates up to $1,000; ~600,000 eligible annually.

Benefits

Rebates ($250-$1,000 based on income; e.g., $1,000 if income < $8,000)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Pennsylvania SFMNP

Age 60+

General PA resident, low-income.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month individual, 185% FPL

Asset Limits Not assessed.

Vouchers (~$50/season) via 52 AAAs; serves ~200,000 annually.

Benefits

Vouchers (~$50/season) for fresh produce at approved markets

What neighborhood is Good Shepherd Supported Independent Living – Allentown in?

Good Shepherd Supported Independent Living – Allentown is in the South Side neighborhood.

Is Good Shepherd Supported Independent Living – Allentown in a walkable area?

Good Shepherd Supported Independent Living – Allentown has a walk score of 60. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the phone number of Good Shepherd Supported Independent Living – Allentown?

(610) 841-4752 will put you in contact with the team at Good Shepherd Supported Independent Living – Allentown.

Is Good Shepherd Supported Independent Living – Allentown Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Good Shepherd Supported Independent Living – Allentown is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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