
The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Palmerton, PA for 2023
Also serving communities of Walnutport, Danielsville.
There are 52 Assisted Living Facilities in the Palmerton area, with 3 in Palmerton and 49 nearby.
The average cost of assisted living in Palmerton is $3,450 per month. This is lower than the national median of $3,870.
To help you with your search, browse the 398 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Palmerton. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Palmerton 4.6 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Orwigsburg with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
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Directory of Assisted Living Facilities in Palmerton, PA
The Palmerton
Renee's Countryside Farm Personal Car...
Heritage Hill Senior Community
Atria Bethlehem
Heather Glen Senior Living
Whitehall Manor
Legend of Allentown
The Willow
The Vero of Bethlehem
Atrium of Allentown
Renaissance Home Northampton
MapleShade Meadows Senior Living
Riverton Enhanced Senior Living
Bethlehem Manor
Parkland Manor
Abode Care of Allentown
Gap View Personal Care Home
Lehigh Commons
Country Meadows of Bethlehem
Rittenhouse Village At Lehigh Valley
Country Meadows Retirement Communities
Above & Beyond at the Knights
Liza's House
Luther Crest Senior Living Community
Walden III
Moravian Hall Square
Phoebe Allentown
Fellowship Community
Mrs Bush's Personal Care Home I - Che...
Sacred Heart Senior Living by the Creek
Alexandria Manor
DevonHouse Senior Living
Moravian Village of Bethlehem
Legacy Place Cottages
The Chandler Estate Inc.
Cornerstone Living
Above & Beyond Senior Living (West End)
Alexandria Manor of Bethlehem
Alexandria Manor
Getz Personal Care Home
Mahoning Valley Nursing and Rehabilit...
ManorCare Health Services-Allentown
Weston Senior Living
Hillcrest Retirement Community
Holy Family Senior Living
Eastern Comfort
Edgemont Lodge Assisted Living Person...
Pleasant Trees Personal Care Home
At Home at Parkland - CLOSED
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Palmerton
Palmerton is a mid-sized city in east-central Pennsylvania, situated just 20 miles west of the New Jersey border. A little over 5,000 people call this small borough home, approximately18 percent of whom are over the age of 65. In spite of its modest population, Palmerton offers three assisted living facilities, with another 48 facilities nearby.
In Palmerton, assisted living facilities are officially known as "Assisted Living Residences" or "Personal Care Homes." This distinction is based upon the spectrum of care they are licensed to provide, with assisted living residences caring for residents who need assistance with the activities of daily living and personal care homes for those who do not. Assisted living residences are licensed through the Department of Aging, Office of Long-Term Living, Division of Licensing. Personal care homes are licensed through the Department of Public Welfare, Adult Residential Licensing.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Palmerton
- Palmerton's summers are hot and humid and often bring heavy thunderstorms, which may be a consideration for seniors who enjoy being outdoors. Winters are mild, with the mountain ridges providing a shield against the winds and cold air that plague the north. Annual temperatures range between 19 degrees and 83 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Palmerton's violent crime rate is quite low, rating 13.0 on a scale of 1 to 100, with 100 indicating high crime. The property crime rate is rated 35.8, which is about two points lower than the national average. Seniors who take normal security precautions should feel safe in Palmerton.
- Seniors in Palmerton do not pay income tax either on their Social Security benefits or income they draw from retirement accounts. Pension income is also tax-exempt for seniors over the age of 60.
- Seniors may discover that their expenses in Palmerton are higher than elsewhere, with healthcare costs being about 8 percent more and transportation costing an average of 19 percent more than other parts of the country.
- Public transit in Palmerton is provided by LANTA, which provides both fixed route and door-to-door service. Seniors can show their Pennsylvania travel ID to enjoy free fare on all bus rides. Additionally, PennDOT provides a Shared-Ride Lottery Program for seniors.
- The Palmerton area is home to world-class medical facilities, including St. Luke's Palmerton Campus, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
Paying for Assisted Living in Palmerton
Average Monthly Costs
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Assisted Living costs in Palmerton start around $3,450 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.
It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Palmerton and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Palmerton
Currently, Palmerton seniors cannot use the state's Medicaid program to pay for assisted living. However, those who qualify for Supplemental Security Income can use this benefit, along with the additional SSI state supplement, to pay for their room and board.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page.


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 Palmerton
Palmerton 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 Palmerton, please visit our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Palmerton
Palmerton-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Pennsylvania are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page for more information about these laws.


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Recent Reviews of Assisted Living in Palmerton
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Review of The Palmerton
The Palmerton was a nice place. I already know people that are in there, one is in assisted living and the other person is in memory care. The one in assisted living is pleased with it. He'd rather... Read more
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Review of The Palmerton
The Palmerton was very organized. We had to sign in upon arrival, and we had to log our temperature. We had to wear masks and there was a questionnaire about COVID. The facilities were spotless. Ev... Read more
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Review of The Palmerton
We were at The Palmerton about two weeks ago. It was a very nice facility. We just didn't feel it was quite what we were looking for. It was very well laid out, seemed very clean, and orderly. Some... Read more
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