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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Nazareth, PA for 2024

 

Nazareth serves as part of the Lehigh Valley metropolitan area, a region in which prospective assisted living residents have 21 residential facilities to choose from. In this community, monthly assisted living rates trend a little higher than the national norm of $4,500 and the statewide median of $4,100, with local seniors paying $4,784 for care.

To help you understand what to expect from local assisted living facilities, our directory features 537 reviews reviews of facilities in the Nazareth region and provides an overall quality rating of 4.18 out of 5 stars stars.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Nazareth

In Nazareth, assisted living facilities must obtain annual licensing through the Department of Human Services, Office of Long-Term Living, Bureau of Human Services Licensing. This department publishes information on residents’ rights and minimum facility standards for care planning, staffing and housing, and it conducts regular inspections to ensure compliance with licensing rules.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Nazareth

 

  • In Nazareth, assisted living residents aged 65 and over don’t pay state income taxes on most types of retirement income, including withdrawals from retirement accounts, pension income and Social Security benefits. Additionally, sales taxes in Pennsylvania run low compared to national norms, and the state exempts groceries, prescription medications and clothing from taxes.

 

  • Nazareth doesn’t have its own hospital, but its proximity to Easton gives local assisted living residents access to St. Luke’s Hospital – Easton Campus, along with St. Luke’s Anderson Campus. These hospitals provide a variety of inpatient and outpatient services, health screenings and community outreach programs, promoting seniors’ health throughout retirement.

 

  • Overall, living costs in Nazareth exceed the national norm by 7.1%, driving up the cost of assisted living. Fortunately, the state operates the Aging Waiver, a home and community-based waiver that funds assisted living services for those who meet functional and financial requirements.

 

  • On a total crime index, Nazareth scores 44 out of 100 points, meaning it ranks as safer than 44% of U.S. communities. It also compares favorably with 35% of Pennsylvania cities, and its crime rate aligns with communities nationwide with similar population sizes. Most crime in this city occurs in its South Side neighborhoods, with seniors finding relatively safe alternatives in areas such as Aluta/Bushkill Center and Eastlawn Gardens.

 

  • Nazareth’s Northampton County comes in 10th for health out of the state’s 67 ranked counties, indicating a supportive environment for older adults and those managing chronic health conditions. Of its Medicare beneficiaries, about 62% get the flu shot annually compared to 51% nationwide, helping to slow the spread of illnesses in assisted living facilities, and the average life expectancy runs about a year higher than state and national norms at 79.7 years.

 

  • In Nazareth, the warm season runs from late May through mid-September and has daily high temperatures ranging from 75 to 84 degrees Fahrenheit, appealing to assisted living residents who enjoy spending time outdoors. The cold season, which goes from early December to early March, brings daytime temperatures between 36 and 46 degrees Fahrenheit, along with 29 inches of snow.

Paying for Assisted Living in Nazareth

 

Assisted living services in Nazareth cost approximately $4,784 monthly.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

In Nazareth, the common charge for assisted living services comes in at $4,784, which exceeds Pennsylvania’s median rate of $4,100, as well as the nation’s standard pricing of $4,500. Several nearby cities provide economical alternatives to Nazareth, including Bloomsburg and Scranton, where respective monthly fees come in at $4,473 and $2,875. On the other hand, rates in Nazareth come in below the $5,126 seniors pay for care in East Stroudsburg, as well as the $5,720 residents in Reading pay for services.

Nazareth

$4,784

Pennsylvania

$4,100

United States

$4,500

East Stroudsburg

$5,126

Bloomsburg

$4,473

Scranton

$2,875

Reading

$5,720

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Assisted living ranks among the more cost-friendly senior care solutions in Nazareth, with the estimated median expense for this type of care coming in at $4,784. This tracks $412 lower than what agencies charge for nonmedical personal care services seniors receive through in-home care, as well as home health care services, such as medication administration, rehabilitative therapies and wound care. Additionally, assisted living costs a fraction of the rate for nursing home care, which typically costs $12,461 and includes around-the-clock medical support and supervision. On the other hand, seniors who don’t opt for a residential environment pay $1,625 for adult day health care, which includes meals, recreation and personal care.

In-Home Care

$5,196

Home Health Care

$5,196

Adult Day Health Care

$1,625

Assisted Living Facility

$4,784

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$12,461

Note: Data for Nazareth was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Allentown, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Nazareth

Pennsylvania seniors with disabilities may qualify for an Independence or OBRA Waiver. Those with Social Security Income living in personal care homes may qualify for additional assistance on their monthly payments. 

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 Nazareth

Nazareth and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free assisted living resources in Nazareth, please visit our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Nazareth

 

Nazareth 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

Laws and Regulations in Pennsylvania

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Sherry

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Moravian Hall Square

We're very familiar with Moravian Hall Square. We've had other family members there. The facility is beautiful. It's very well kept. It's kept very clean. All of the nursing staff are very kind and...

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Kathy

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Alexandria Manor

I moved my cousin today to Alexandria Manor. It was a pleasant experience to visit. They were very thorough. The place was very clean. The people were very caring. It just had a very nice, homey...

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Renee

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Alexandria Manor

My mother-in-law is at Alexandria Manor. They're doing a great job the best they can given her circumstances. We're really not interactive with them. We're not allowed to go see her or the place or...

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