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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Allentown, PA for 2024

Allentown is in eastern Pennsylvania and is the state’s third largest city. The 2020 Census reveals that 11.8% of its almost 126,000 residents are aged 65 and older. U.S. News & World Report voted it as one of the best places to retire in Pennsylvania for many reasons, including its eclectic mix of Victorian and Federal-style homes and numerous cultural attractions, such as the Civic Theatre of Allentown. It’s also 70 minutes from Philadelphia and 100 minutes from New York City.

Assisted living facilities provide safe and pleasant homes for seniors whose age limits their capacity to handle everyday tasks easily, such as dressing and bathing. Staff assist with daily tasks, clean rooms, do laundry and manage life-enhancing recreational programs that address residents’ needs, including physical health, socialization and spirituality. The average monthly fee for assisted living in Allentown is $4,784, which is about 14.3% more than normal for Pennsylvania.

This guide discusses the pros and cons of living in Allentown and compares its assisted living costs with nearby cities and other types of senior care. It also lists some free resources for seniors.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Allentown

The Department of Human Services regulates and monitors licensed assisted living facilities in Pennsylvania. It issues licenses to applicants who satisfy strict criteria in several areas, including fire safety, health and safety, insurance and staff training. The department conducts unannounced inspections to check the quality of care and can revoke licenses from underperforming facilities. 

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Allentown

  • Although Allentown’s health care costs are above average, other expenses can offset them, as its overall cost of living index is 88.8. This is below Pennsylvania’s 92.5 and the country’s 100, which suggests the city’s seniors get more for their dollar than most of their peers in the state and nationwide. 
  • Violent and property crimes are slightly more common in Allentown compared to the state and U.S. averages. However, the statistics are somewhat skewed by certain neighborhoods with high rates, as the majority of the city experiences much less crime. Seniors still concerned may be pleased to know many assisted living facilities typically have security systems fitted as standard and staff on-site 24/7.
  • Sperling’s BestPlaces gives Allentown an annual comfort index of 7.1, which places it among the most comfortable places to live in the state. January’s average temperature of 20 degrees is brisk, but July’s 86 degrees is pleasantly warm, and the region’s relatively low precipitation in the summer means fewer muggy days. 
  • The region is home to many medical facilities, including two hospitals on U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals in Pennsylvania list. Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest ranks No. 7 and is high-performing in colon cancer surgery and various cardiology treatments. St. Luke’s University Hospital-Bethlehem Campus ranks No. 8 and has numerous specialties, including stroke, kidney failure and diabetes. Allentown also has an above-average number of Medicare-registered physicians. 
  • Allentown seniors can find public transportation through iTN Lehigh Valley, a nonprofit organization that provides affordable rides in private cars to adults aged 60+. It operates 24/7 and covers all of Lehigh and Northampton Counties. The senior must become a member to use the service, book their ride in advance and pay with their account. All payments include the pickup fee and then the charge per mile. All drivers are trained volunteers.
  • Lehigh County joined the AARP Age-Friendly Network in 2018. Its members are committed to making their communities more liveable for their older residents, frequently developing long-term projects with benefits for seniors in mind. This includes initiatives designed to encourage greater socialization and promote mental and physical health. 

Paying for Assisted Living in Allentown

The median fee for assisted living in Allentown is $684 per month more than Pennsylvania’s $4,100, although the gap with the U.S. average of $4,500 is narrower, at $284.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Although Allentown’s median fee is above the state and national averages, the city is more affordable than many nearby alternatives, such as East Stroudsburg ($5,126), Philadelphia ($5,685) and Reading ($5,720), which is Pennsylvania’s costliest city. The region’s least expensive fee for assisted living is in Scranton, where $2,875 is the norm. 

Allentown

$4,784

Pennsylvania

$4,100

United States

$4,500

East Stroudsburg

$5,126

Scranton

$2,875

Reading

$5,720

Philadelphia

$5,685

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

With fees averaging $4,784 per month, assisted living in Allentown is a more affordable option than most types of senior care, except adult day health care, which typically costs $1,625. In-home care provides similar services to assisted living but in the senior’s home and usually costs around $412 more. Home health care agencies also provide basic medical support with in-home care, which accounts for their higher fees of around $5,243. The costliest type of medical care in Allentown’s residential facilities is nursing home care, where a typical semiprivate room fee is $12,461 per month. 

In-Home Care

$5,196

Home Health Care

$5,243

Adult Day Health Care

$1,625

Assisted Living Facility

$4,784

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$12,461

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Allentown

Allentown seniors who meet certain eligibility requirements for the Pennsylvania Department of Aging waiver may qualify for financial assistance in order to pay for care within one of the city’s assisted living facilities. In addition, if you receive SSI and need to live in an assisted living facility, the state can pay a supplement to the facility if you qualify.  

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page.

Financial Assistance in Pennsylvania

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Allentown

Allentown seniors can receive help from several agencies and organizations dedicated to supporting older residents for free. These include advocates for those in residential care facilities and volunteers who want to aid their community and veterans who require medical services.

ResourceContactService
Lehigh County Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program(610) 782-3034The Long-Term Care Ombudsman are trained volunteers who investigate complaints and negotiate resolutions with care providers. In cases such as fraud and abuse allegations, they may involve the appropriate authorities. They can also supply inspection reports to seniors looking for the ideal assisted living facility in Lehigh County for their long-term care needs.
North Penn Legal Services(610) 317-8757North Penn Legal Services is a nonprofit law firm specializing in civil law. It provides legal representation to low-income Allentown seniors. The firm's attorneys, paralegals and volunteers can assist with public benefits, protection from elder abuse, Social Security benefits, guardianship, power of attorney and last will and testament.
Allentown VA Clinic(610) 776-4304Allentown VA Clinic specializes in primary care and mental health care for U.S. military vets and their spouses and dependents. Many medical professionals serve in the facility, including cardiologists, nutritionists, audiologists, speech therapists and optometrists. The clinic can also help those struggling with addiction and substance abuse.
RSVP of Allentown(610) 625-2290RSVP of Allentown lets seniors volunteer to help the community and nonprofits. Volunteers can choose from an extensive list of opportunities, some of which may allow them to use existing skills and require training. Work can include supporting frail seniors and helping with environmental protection projects.
Lehigh Valley Active Life(610) 437-3700Lehigh Valley Active Life is Allentown's senior center. It provides a wealth of activities for older residents. Educational services include lectures from various field experts, language courses and group discussions on local, state and international events. There are yoga classes and dance classes to improve physical health.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Allentown

Allentown Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in Pennsylvania are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page for more information about these laws.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Pennsylvania

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