The charming city of Allentown in eastern Pennsylvania is an ideal place for active seniors to retire. The city has approximately 126,000 residents with 11.8% of the population aged 65 or over — lower than the 16.8% national rate. In addition to its low cost of living, Allentown is a historic city that offers affordable housing costs of eclectic Federal and Victorian-style homes, many cultural and outdoor attractions and the beautiful surroundings of Lehigh Valley’s wine country. Allentown is home to several high-quality hospitals, including Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest, which is high-performing in geriatrics, five other adult specialties and 13 procedures and conditions.
According to the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, older adults in the city pay an average of $5,196 per month for nonmedical home care. Home health care services are also available for seniors who need limited skilled nursing care.
Below we’ve compiled a comprehensive directory of every home care provider in Allentown– complete with services offered and reviews from families who’ve actually used the service. In addition to our in-depth provider listings, we’ve compiled resources to help seniors and their families to access all the tools they need to age in place safely and gracefully.
Directory of Home Care Services in Allentown, PA
6258 Route 209 # 2, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360
The aides are caring and nurturing for the client. They also listen to me and are responsive.
They are responsive and flexible.
The aides are caring and nurturing for the client. They also listen to me and are responsive.
They are responsive and flexible.
1541 Alta Dr., Suite 304, Whitehall, PA, 18052
They listened to me.
I have been very pleased with the person assigned to me.
They listened to me.
I have been very pleased with the person assigned to me.
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022
3722 Lehigh St, Whitehall, PA, 18052
I am writing this on behalf of my mom (the client). We had Home Instead for a few years for my dad. When he passed, my mom did not want to be without HIS Caregivers! She had developed a sweet relation
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I am writing this on behalf of my mom (the client). We had Home Instead for a few years for my dad. When he passed, my mom did not want to be without HIS Caregivers! She had developed a sweet relationship with them and wanted that to continue (of course she also had her own needs for a Caregiver by then 🙂 Home Instead has matched Caregivers who can help her with bathing, dressing, toileting, meal prep and some light housekeeping (I can’t keep things clean the way her caregivers do!) The staff is kind and concerned, checking in on her when she had a recent hospital stay and ready to receive her home with the extra care that she needed!
I am a mom and I work and I care for my own mom. With Home Instead, I have peace of mind that I’m not in this alone. I can sit down with my mother and just talk once in a while rather than run around trying to get everything done. She has a lot of health issues. With the extra sets of hands from Home Instead, I can focus on her health needs and know that the every day stuff is taken care of.
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I am writing this on behalf of my mom (the client). We had Home Instead for a few years for my dad. When he passed, my mom did not want to be without HIS Caregivers! She had developed a sweet relation
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I am writing this on behalf of my mom (the client). We had Home Instead for a few years for my dad. When he passed, my mom did not want to be without HIS Caregivers! She had developed a sweet relationship with them and wanted that to continue (of course she also had her own needs for a Caregiver by then 🙂 Home Instead has matched Caregivers who can help her with bathing, dressing, toileting, meal prep and some light housekeeping (I can’t keep things clean the way her caregivers do!) The staff is kind and concerned, checking in on her when she had a recent hospital stay and ready to receive her home with the extra care that she needed!
I am a mom and I work and I care for my own mom. With Home Instead, I have peace of mind that I’m not in this alone. I can sit down with my mother and just talk once in a while rather than run around trying to get everything done. She has a lot of health issues. With the extra sets of hands from Home Instead, I can focus on her health needs and know that the every day stuff is taken care of.
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1240 Win Drive, Bethlehem, PA, 18017
Always best care cared for my mother. They have been amazing. My mother really likes her caregiver.
Always best care cared for my mother. They have been amazing. My mother really likes her caregiver.
3864 Adler Place Suite 300, Bethlehem, PA, 18017
Homewatch Caregivers are punctual and pleasant. Having somebody present is nice. To have a companion even for few hours, breaks up the day and gives me something to look forward to. It keeps me active
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Homewatch Caregivers are punctual and pleasant. Having somebody present is nice. To have a companion even for few hours, breaks up the day and gives me something to look forward to. It keeps me active and able to do things I can’t do alone.
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Homewatch Caregivers are punctual and pleasant. Having somebody present is nice. To have a companion even for few hours, breaks up the day and gives me something to look forward to. It keeps me active
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Homewatch Caregivers are punctual and pleasant. Having somebody present is nice. To have a companion even for few hours, breaks up the day and gives me something to look forward to. It keeps me active and able to do things I can’t do alone.
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230 Village Walk Dr, Macungie, PA, 18062
Loving Nurses Services was truly a family away from home, we never would of consider a nursing home or assistance living until we met with Loraine she assured us,gave us peace of mind, we were able to
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Loving Nurses Services was truly a family away from home, we never would of consider a nursing home or assistance living until we met with Loraine she assured us,gave us peace of mind, we were able to keep our loved ones home n she was true to her word..
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Loving Nurses Services was truly a family away from home, we never would of consider a nursing home or assistance living until we met with Loraine she assured us,gave us peace of mind, we were able to
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Loving Nurses Services was truly a family away from home, we never would of consider a nursing home or assistance living until we met with Loraine she assured us,gave us peace of mind, we were able to keep our loved ones home n she was true to her word..
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1104 S. Cedar Crest Blvd. Suite 200, Allentown, PA, 18103
They are there to meet my mother’s needs and help if I need them to do something for her.
I have a great caregiver who is highly conscientious.
They are there to meet my mother’s needs and help if I need them to do something for her.
I have a great caregiver who is highly conscientious.
2151 E High Str, Suite B, Pottstown, PA, 19464
Very helpful and awesome team. Keep up the good work
Very helpful and awesome team. Keep up the good work
2110 Allen Town Road, unit 51 , Quakertown, PA, 18935
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This company was a gift from a benevolent universe. After a long and fruitless search for a caregiver that would allow me to bring my husband home for hospice, a social worker struck on “Better Fit” and it could not have been better. Because of multiple care needs, my husband had been marooned in Residential care. Covid and staff shortages created a very lacking situation. Finding Fabienne allowed me to bring him home before the holidays. She matched him with a miraculous caregiver, Tanasha, who immediately assumed all the difficult aspects of his care—transfers, medications, cooking, feeding, bathing. I was freed to just be his mate, stroking, consoling, reassuring, loving. The time spent in this care became some of the most intimate our relationship had shared. It would not have been possible without Tanasha’s strong and loving attention. She was a support not just for my husband, but for me as well. I was deeply touched by Fabienne’s post visit, traveling hours through dark country roads with flowers and condolences. There are not enough words and not enough stars to rank my experience. I am forever grateful!
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This company was a gift from a benevolent universe. After a long and fruitless search for a caregiver that would allow me to bring my husband home for hospice, a social worker struck on “Better Fit” and it could not have been better. Because of multiple care needs, my husband had been marooned in Residential care. Covid and staff shortages created a very lacking situation. Finding Fabienne allowed me to bring him home before the holidays. She matched him with a miraculous caregiver, Tanasha, who immediately assumed all the difficult aspects of his care—transfers, medications, cooking, feeding, bathing. I was freed to just be his mate, stroking, consoling, reassuring, loving. The time spent in this care became some of the most intimate our relationship had shared. It would not have been possible without Tanasha’s strong and loving attention. She was a support not just for my husband, but for me as well. I was deeply touched by Fabienne’s post visit, traveling hours through dark country roads with flowers and condolences. There are not enough words and not enough stars to rank my experience. I am forever grateful!
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2575 Perkiomen Ave. , Mount Penn, PA, 19606
Personal Care Services
Light House Keeping
Companionship
Bathing
Assistance With Bathing
Nutritional Meal Preparation and Planning
Feeding Assistance
Mobility Assistance
Oral Hygiene
Skin Exf
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Personal Care Services
Light House Keeping
Companionship
Bathing
Assistance With Bathing
Nutritional Meal Preparation and Planning
Feeding Assistance
Mobility Assistance
Oral Hygiene
Skin Exfoliation & Moisturizing
Incontinence Care
General Nail Care
Fall Risk Assessments
Home Fire Safety Assessments
In-Home Family Training
Appointment/Work/Social Companion
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Personal Care Services
Light House Keeping
Companionship
Bathing
Assistance With Bathing
Nutritional Meal Preparation and Planning
Feeding Assistance
Mobility Assistance
Oral Hygiene
Skin Exf
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Personal Care Services
Light House Keeping
Companionship
Bathing
Assistance With Bathing
Nutritional Meal Preparation and Planning
Feeding Assistance
Mobility Assistance
Oral Hygiene
Skin Exfoliation & Moisturizing
Incontinence Care
General Nail Care
Fall Risk Assessments
Home Fire Safety Assessments
In-Home Family Training
Appointment/Work/Social Companion
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222 Amanda Lane, Phoenixville, PA, 19460
My father-in-law was under the care of Compassionate Assistance for several months. Working with Carl, he made it really easy for us to deal with the everyday needs. All of the caregivers were very ni
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My father-in-law was under the care of Compassionate Assistance for several months. Working with Carl, he made it really easy for us to deal with the everyday needs. All of the caregivers were very nice and helpful. We certainly appreciated with working everyone in Harleysville.
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My father-in-law was under the care of Compassionate Assistance for several months. Working with Carl, he made it really easy for us to deal with the everyday needs. All of the caregivers were very ni
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My father-in-law was under the care of Compassionate Assistance for several months. Working with Carl, he made it really easy for us to deal with the everyday needs. All of the caregivers were very nice and helpful. We certainly appreciated with working everyone in Harleysville.
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4801 Saucon Creek Rd, Center Valley, PA, 18034
The staff at Visiting Angels were some of the kindest and caring people I’ve meet. I took my dad in, at first he was very hesitant, after meeting and talking with the great staff and getting to know h
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The staff at Visiting Angels were some of the kindest and caring people I’ve meet. I took my dad in, at first he was very hesitant, after meeting and talking with the great staff and getting to know how they work better, he felt very confident with their abilities to help him and so did I. They help with a number of things, like daily check ups, and help with Alzheimer’s. Overall they’re a great senior home care agency and I would recommend them to everyone. They honestly care about their patients and the families of the patients, and they make you feel right at home. My dad has never felt better thanks to them, and I know I can always count on them and trust them. Other senior home care agency’s just don’t care about their patients like Visiting Angels does. So overall, I feel that my experiences with Visiting Angels has been a enjoy and pleasant one.
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The staff at Visiting Angels were some of the kindest and caring people I’ve meet. I took my dad in, at first he was very hesitant, after meeting and talking with the great staff and getting to know h
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The staff at Visiting Angels were some of the kindest and caring people I’ve meet. I took my dad in, at first he was very hesitant, after meeting and talking with the great staff and getting to know how they work better, he felt very confident with their abilities to help him and so did I. They help with a number of things, like daily check ups, and help with Alzheimer’s. Overall they’re a great senior home care agency and I would recommend them to everyone. They honestly care about their patients and the families of the patients, and they make you feel right at home. My dad has never felt better thanks to them, and I know I can always count on them and trust them. Other senior home care agency’s just don’t care about their patients like Visiting Angels does. So overall, I feel that my experiences with Visiting Angels has been a enjoy and pleasant one.
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5100 W Tilghman St., #240 , Allentown, PA, 18104
NFTJ Home Care has great caring staff members who take care of my mom. They are always punctual.
Great client service! Very professional… the owner always calls to get feedback of the service and
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NFTJ Home Care has great caring staff members who take care of my mom. They are always punctual.
Great client service! Very professional… the owner always calls to get feedback of the service and ask how they can make it better. Awesome place to get your service. You won’t regret it.
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NFTJ Home Care has great caring staff members who take care of my mom. They are always punctual.
Great client service! Very professional… the owner always calls to get feedback of the service and
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NFTJ Home Care has great caring staff members who take care of my mom. They are always punctual.
Great client service! Very professional… the owner always calls to get feedback of the service and ask how they can make it better. Awesome place to get your service. You won’t regret it.
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17 S Commerce Way #21106, Lehigh Valley, PA, 18002
My mother has dementia and lives alone in a condominium. As typical of a person with dementia, she has difficulty eating and often either forgets to eat or doesn’t eat enough. I wanted some support f
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My mother has dementia and lives alone in a condominium. As typical of a person with dementia, she has difficulty eating and often either forgets to eat or doesn’t eat enough. I wanted some support for her through the use of a home health aide a few days a week, primarily to monitor her meals and provide companionship. I interviewed multiple agencies and Orange Caregivers really stood out. I am an RN and I wanted someone with compassion and patience because my mother is difficult at times. And I am not disappointed. She has received wonderful care that is full of warmth and I plan to continue our contract with Orange Caregivers. The agency has always answered my requests and questions. Anna, the aide assigned to my mother is always on time and ready to assist my mom. I have reviewed her daily notes and she is doing an excellent job. I highly recommend this agency.
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My mother has dementia and lives alone in a condominium. As typical of a person with dementia, she has difficulty eating and often either forgets to eat or doesn’t eat enough. I wanted some support f
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My mother has dementia and lives alone in a condominium. As typical of a person with dementia, she has difficulty eating and often either forgets to eat or doesn’t eat enough. I wanted some support for her through the use of a home health aide a few days a week, primarily to monitor her meals and provide companionship. I interviewed multiple agencies and Orange Caregivers really stood out. I am an RN and I wanted someone with compassion and patience because my mother is difficult at times. And I am not disappointed. She has received wonderful care that is full of warmth and I plan to continue our contract with Orange Caregivers. The agency has always answered my requests and questions. Anna, the aide assigned to my mother is always on time and ready to assist my mom. I have reviewed her daily notes and she is doing an excellent job. I highly recommend this agency.
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83 South Commerce Way, , Bethlehem, PA, 18017
We’re using Griswold Home Care. Those who did the intake were marvelous. The last caretaker I had was excellent and the others were good. They showered me, washed my hair, cleaned the bathroom and kit
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We’re using Griswold Home Care. Those who did the intake were marvelous. The last caretaker I had was excellent and the others were good. They showered me, washed my hair, cleaned the bathroom and kitchen, ironed and vacuumed. They were very respectful and understanding.
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We’re using Griswold Home Care. Those who did the intake were marvelous. The last caretaker I had was excellent and the others were good. They showered me, washed my hair, cleaned the bathroom and kit
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We’re using Griswold Home Care. Those who did the intake were marvelous. The last caretaker I had was excellent and the others were good. They showered me, washed my hair, cleaned the bathroom and kitchen, ironed and vacuumed. They were very respectful and understanding.
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1275 Glenlivet DR, STE 100, Allentown, PA, 18106
Royal Home Care Services, Inc is very responsive, and the caregivers’ attitudes are very positive, accommodating, and well trained. They help my mom with bathing and general house cleaning in her room
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Royal Home Care Services, Inc is very responsive, and the caregivers’ attitudes are very positive, accommodating, and well trained. They help my mom with bathing and general house cleaning in her room. We’ve had good experience with them.
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Royal Home Care Services, Inc is very responsive, and the caregivers’ attitudes are very positive, accommodating, and well trained. They help my mom with bathing and general house cleaning in her room
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Royal Home Care Services, Inc is very responsive, and the caregivers’ attitudes are very positive, accommodating, and well trained. They help my mom with bathing and general house cleaning in her room. We’ve had good experience with them.
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400 Northampton Street, Easton, PA, 18042
I visited my mother for the first time in two years (because I am out of the area) and was horrified by how she looked and the lack of cleanliness in her house. I brought her a treat of rhubarb pie a
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I visited my mother for the first time in two years (because I am out of the area) and was horrified by how she looked and the lack of cleanliness in her house. I brought her a treat of rhubarb pie and ice cream. As soon as I opened the freezer door to store the leftover ice cream, I was hit by the horrible odor of something spoiled, which I realized was coming from the refrigerator.
There was no room to fit the ice cream in the freezer; it was packed full with food that her aide’s husband cooks and she brings along to feed to my mother. I threw away asparagus that was loosely stored, open at the ends, freezer burnt, and unusable. In the quest to find the source of the smell in the refrigerator, I then opened a crisper drawer and found liquefied dripping greens in a plastic bag, rotted, smelly spinach, unusable clementines, and a shriveled apple. The entire drawer of food needed to be thrown away and the drawer washed. Despite removing all of those items, the smell was still there and I finally traced it to leftover fish, which my mother said she had just eaten the day before. The foul odor worries me because the fish was probably spoiled when it was given to her. I also threw away old, horrible pizza.
I don’t know what the aide does while she is there, seven days a week, but my mom is the only client in that house, she doesn’t eat much, and both the freezer and refrigerator are stuffed with food, much of it unusable.
The refrigerator is also filthy with spilled dried liquids on all surfaces, under drawers, and on the door. The door handle itself, according my mother, was pulled off awhile ago by the aide; it is now attached by packing tape. The kitchen floor is filthy, and my mom apologized a number of times because it wasn’t clean. However, the aide could clean it. I have the same job and light housekeeping is part of my job description. Also, my mother’s hair has not been cut in probably a year and a half and looks horrible, as if it hasn’t been washed in many, many months. I’m sure she would appreciate having a cut and shampoo. She is definitely being neglected.
A nurse comes to the house where I work every other month to check on my client and to make sure I am doing right by him. I don’t know if anyone from Angel Helpers ever checks on this aide or goes to my mother’s house, but the aide is NOT doing right by my mom. I also saw that the aide’s husband has been to the house and I have to question that practice.
I had only about 45 minutes to visit with Mom, but if I’d had longer, I think I could have emptied half of the refrigerator of its spoiled, old food. I had to rewash most of the silverware that we used to eat our pie and ice cream, as there was dried food on most of the pieces I examined, even utensils in the silverware drawer. I would NEVER recommend Angel Helpers to anyone based on this aide.
In the respect of privacy to my mom I will say her initials are E.O. and the aide’s name is Christine. My mom lives in Easton. I am sure you can figure out who I am referring to.
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I visited my mother for the first time in two years (because I am out of the area) and was horrified by how she looked and the lack of cleanliness in her house. I brought her a treat of rhubarb pie a
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I visited my mother for the first time in two years (because I am out of the area) and was horrified by how she looked and the lack of cleanliness in her house. I brought her a treat of rhubarb pie and ice cream. As soon as I opened the freezer door to store the leftover ice cream, I was hit by the horrible odor of something spoiled, which I realized was coming from the refrigerator.
There was no room to fit the ice cream in the freezer; it was packed full with food that her aide’s husband cooks and she brings along to feed to my mother. I threw away asparagus that was loosely stored, open at the ends, freezer burnt, and unusable. In the quest to find the source of the smell in the refrigerator, I then opened a crisper drawer and found liquefied dripping greens in a plastic bag, rotted, smelly spinach, unusable clementines, and a shriveled apple. The entire drawer of food needed to be thrown away and the drawer washed. Despite removing all of those items, the smell was still there and I finally traced it to leftover fish, which my mother said she had just eaten the day before. The foul odor worries me because the fish was probably spoiled when it was given to her. I also threw away old, horrible pizza.
I don’t know what the aide does while she is there, seven days a week, but my mom is the only client in that house, she doesn’t eat much, and both the freezer and refrigerator are stuffed with food, much of it unusable.
The refrigerator is also filthy with spilled dried liquids on all surfaces, under drawers, and on the door. The door handle itself, according my mother, was pulled off awhile ago by the aide; it is now attached by packing tape. The kitchen floor is filthy, and my mom apologized a number of times because it wasn’t clean. However, the aide could clean it. I have the same job and light housekeeping is part of my job description. Also, my mother’s hair has not been cut in probably a year and a half and looks horrible, as if it hasn’t been washed in many, many months. I’m sure she would appreciate having a cut and shampoo. She is definitely being neglected.
A nurse comes to the house where I work every other month to check on my client and to make sure I am doing right by him. I don’t know if anyone from Angel Helpers ever checks on this aide or goes to my mother’s house, but the aide is NOT doing right by my mom. I also saw that the aide’s husband has been to the house and I have to question that practice.
I had only about 45 minutes to visit with Mom, but if I’d had longer, I think I could have emptied half of the refrigerator of its spoiled, old food. I had to rewash most of the silverware that we used to eat our pie and ice cream, as there was dried food on most of the pieces I examined, even utensils in the silverware drawer. I would NEVER recommend Angel Helpers to anyone based on this aide.
In the respect of privacy to my mom I will say her initials are E.O. and the aide’s name is Christine. My mom lives in Easton. I am sure you can figure out who I am referring to.
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1611 W. Hamilton St., Allentown, PA, 18102
2200 W Hamilton St Suite 112 , Allentown, PA, 18104
241 North Cedar Crest Boulevard,, Allentown, PA, 18104
Paying for Home Care in Allentown, PA
The Cost of Home Care in Allentown, PA
Monthly home care costs in Allentown are $5,196, about $200 higher than the state and national averages of $4,957. Just southwest of the city in Reading, prices are affordable compared to Allentown and both state and national standards. Rates in the northeastern town of East Stroudsburg are comparable to Allentown. In southeastern Philadelphia and in the far west in Pittsburgh, the costs of home care are higher.
The Cost of Home Care vs. Other Senior Care Options in Allentown, PA
Allentown seniors who need personal care and help with daily tasks pay a monthly average of $5,196 for home care. Home health care costs about $50 more than home care but includes medical services usually provided by registered nurses or certified therapists. Home care costs in Allentown average about $400 more than assisted living and a little over $7,000 less than the cost of a semiprivate room in a nursing home facility. The most budget-friendly option for those needing daytime assistance is adult day health care at approximately $3,500 less than home care services.
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
Financial Assistance for Home Care in Allentown, PA
Given the high cost of in-home care, many people use one or more forms of financial assistance to cover the expenses. Below, we explain some of the most common sources of financial help for paying for in-home care. If none of these options are available to you, you can reach out to your Area Agency on Aging or Aging and Disability Resource Center to learn about local resources.
- Long-Term Care Insurance: Long-term care insurance covers expenses related to senior care, including in-home care. Depending on the policy type, beneficiaries may receive a cash payment to use towards long-term care or reimbursement for qualifying long-term care expenses. Note that there are limitations- typically a maximum benefit of $150 per day- and exact coverage terms vary depending on the exact policy, so always check the details.
- Medicare: Medicare does not cover in-home care because it is classified as custodial, or non-medical, care. However, some Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplement plans, which offer expanded benefits, may cover in-home custodial care.
- Medicaid: Medicaid coverage of in-home care varies between different states because it is not a federally mandated benefit. Currently, all states cover some in-home care either through their standard Medicaid or a waiver program. The specific coverage rules are set individually by each state.
- Veterans’ Benefits: The Aid and Attendance benefit is a monthly cash payment that beneficiaries can use to pay for senior care, including in-home care services. To qualify for A&A, Veterans must already receive the VA pension and meet several additional requirements, including needing assistance with the activities of daily living. Contact the Department of Veterans Affairs to learn more.
- Reverse Mortgages: Home Equity Conversion Mortgages (HECMs) are federally insured loans that are available to homeowners age 62 and over. Reverse mortgages allow you to access a portion of your home’s equity in cash, tax free. Many seniors use reverse mortgages to finance their care expenses, including in-home care. Note that although there are no monthly payments due on reverse mortgage loans, borrowers do have to repay the loan once the last surviving homeowner passes away, moves, or sells the home.
Allentown Home Care Resources
Home care services are only one of the pieces needed for seniors to gracefully age in place. There are many services and programs that are low-cost or free, that enable seniors to enjoy an independent lifestyle in the comfort of their own home, such as help with home modifications, meal delivery services, and more. Below, we’ve compiled a few of the most helpful resources in Allentown:
Address: 1337 East Fifth Street, Bethlehem, PA 18015
Phone Number: (610) 691-5620
The Weatherization Assistance Program for the state of Pennsylvania is funded by federal resources and coordinated to individuals through local community assistance offices in each county. The WAP for the state offers the same essential eligibility rules regardless of county with a preference on home weatherization assistance for households with elderly residents 60 or older and families that have a disabled member. Households making $25,760 or less per person are eligible, and seniors receiving Supplemental Security Income can automatically join.
Address: 900 S Woodward St, Allentown, PA 18103
Phone Number: (610) 435-1541
The Catholic Charities Diocese of Allentown offers a number of different services and assistance programs for the elderly in the city and surrounding area. Notable among them are financial support services for paying bills, rent assistance and utility payment supplementation. The diocese also helps elderly adults receive quality medical care if they’re unable to cover its costs or lack sufficient insurance coverage.
Address: 101 S 7th St Allentown, PA 18101-2295
Phone Number: (610)821-6509
The Lehigh County Assistance Office supports elderly residents of the county through several state, federal and county programs that it coordinates from its offices. It also serves as the local branch for Pennsylvania’s Department of Public Welfare. Among the programs offered by the County Assistance Office for seniors are a cash assistance service, supplemental nutrition support and coordination for seniors needing to access Medicare services.
Address: 4240 Fritch Dr, Bethlehem, PA 18020
Phone Number: (610) 691-1030
The Meals on Wheels program of the Greater Lehigh Valley offers supportive nutrition services and companion support to elderly residents of Allentown and surrounding Lehigh County municipalities. The organization not only delivers fresh meals to homebound seniors but also offers help with grocery deliveries and checking up on senior enrollees in its delivery network. There’s also a Chef Packs program of frozen prepared meal menu options that seniors can order in advance for healthy eating at any time at a low cost per meal.
Address: 435 Allentown Drive, Allentown, PA, 18109
Phone Number: (610)770-9781
The Lehigh Valley Center for Independent Living, or LVCIL, offers supportive services for veterans and their family members. This support extends to elderly veterans and includes cash subsidies for living expenses, rent payment, utility bills and transportation. The organization also offers referral and advocacy services for elderly veterans who wish to access assorted federal and state assistance programs.
Determining Your Loved One’s Need for In-Home Care
Aging can be a difficult process, and loved ones may not always ask for help – often times it’s up to their family to evaluate their need for help around the house. While no two situations are exactly alike, this checklist can help you and your loved ones determine when it’s time to start the search for a home care provider.
Guidelines for Talking About In-Home Care
If you’ve determined that your loved one needs the assistance of a care provider in their home, it may be time for a difficult conversation. Handled correctly, however, this process can bring a family together and ensure that everyone’s concerns are addressed. Use this PDF as a starting point to help the conversation stay as positive and productive as possible.
