The Best Senior Living Communities in Bethlehem, PA

"The Birches of Lehigh Valley is nice and new. The nurses seemed to be doing different things and interacting with the residents. They were very helpful. I saw the menus, and they looked pretty good. The facility is very clean, inside and out. They have big rooms."

"I like everything about Whitehall Manor. It's clean, and there's always someone around to help the residents if they want to have something special done. The caretakers are clean, and most of them have masks on them. My friend's room is always clean, and he likes the food. They have a very wide spectrum of entertainment and things to do. They have bingo, services, singing, crafts, and other entertainment. The meals always had a nice presentation. The lighting is good. The hallways are always clear. There isn't anything that needs to be upgraded on my side of things."

"This letter is written in praise of the entire staff that works the Berry Ridge section at Arden Courts, Easton, Pa. My father (Vinny) possessed mid-level dementia and was placed in the care of Arden Courts after spending two years in a different local Assisted Living facility. After my Mom (Vinny’s spouse) passed and he completed a few hospital/rehabilitation center visits, he was relocated from living in a 2.5 room apt (in a memory care unit) to a much smaller private room and 1/2 bathroom at Arden Courts. The family was quite concerned about how well he would handle the transition. This letter is not intended to compare the accommodation of each facility. But emphasize no matter how elaborate the décor and accommodations are - it is the dedication and commitment of the staff that made those walls a home. The entire Berry Ridge staff welcomed and treated my Dad as family. That word “family” is used quite frequently in Assisted Living marketing materials, BUT the Arden Courts - Berry Patch facility turned a phrase into a reality. They welcomed Dad and actively supported all his needs. From medical, daily care, to the most important emotional support. He was treated with respect and dignity. They made Dad, as well as myself, feel important, safe, and cared for. To the management of Arden Courts. Thank you, for creating a caring culture that exemplifies caregiving. Your vision is realized by the high standards of compassion your entire staff consistently delivers. Sincerely, Jim B"

"Renaissance Home Northampton was a good place. It's more for a single person than a married couple. It's rather small for married people. The service was excellent. Most of the amenities are there. The staff members were very helpful. They were very good. The facility was very clean. The layout was nice. I like the fact that it was very close to where we are now, so some of my family could come and visit. They had a very nice lunch. They are getting nutritious food. There was no sign of it being a nursing home at all. There was no smell."

"I'm leaning towards Phoebe Allentown. They were very, very nice, I filled up all the applications, gave them the documents they wanted. The apartments were much smaller than what I have here. They have transportation, one meal a day, socialization and activities, and in their continuing care they have assisted living down the street and nursing home. It was clean and it is maintained, there's no problem there. The staff was very wonderful."

"My mom will be moving into The Terrace at Phoebe Allentown. We chose it because of the cost structure and the way they do it. The monthly fees are affordable. They have a large upfront payment, but we could manage that. They have a charitable program also, so if you run out of money they take over. The other reason for choosing Phoebe is they offer independent living all the way through nursing home. They have a continuum of care available. As you need more help, they have that there, and you don't have to go looking again. I had very clear communication with the staff, and they're very helpful with all the questions that we have."

"They are fabulous. It is a great place. I am so glad that we took mom there. They are very caring, she is safe and happy, and they are great people. The food is wonderful; it is all homemade."

"Had a great experience visiting this location to see my family. grounds are amazing, residents all seemed so happy and staff was so friendly and accommodating!"

"I toured Renaissance Home Forks. It was very good. We were more than satisfied. Steve, who gave us the tour, did a great job and answered our questions. The apartment was more than reasonable. It had a nice space. They showed us a lounge room and the dining hall. They showed us several different rooms. We got to speak with the manager a little bit, and the chaplain."

Chestnut Ridge at Rodale is Phoebe's newest continuing care retirement community located in the Lehigh Valley. Our spacious, open-concept apartments start at 1,100 and go up to 1,470 sq. ft., with various options available. Choose the floor plan that works for your lifestyle! Offering a 1-bedroom with a den; 2-bedroom and a 2-bedroom with a den. Imagine yourself as part of an innovative, yet charming community buzzing with activity at its core and inspired by holistic wellness. The cultural attractions of Emmaus are supplemented by the unique options within the community — a social hub in its own right!

"My Father-in-Law was deteriorating from ALZ. We needed a safe place for him to live with dignity. He used to be afraid all them time. At Arden Courts he was always cared for. He looked presentable, he was never afraid. He was a very proud man, even with dementia. The staff were amazing and supported him all the way until the end. When Hospice was there, so many staff came to say their goodbyes to him. He was cared for until the end. "

"Our second choice for my parents would be the Atrium of Allentown. The marketing sales team was good there. They were super helpful. It's a newer facility, so the building is nice. They have a more active memory care facility. Every time we went to visit there, there was always a large group of people doing activities together. The activities there were more robust than what was going on at the other place. They had a lot of onsite services available, too. It's a large rectangle. There's a courtyard for memory care that's accessible for residents. They have a spot where they can go. The tour experience was great. They were very accommodating. It was very good. The staff who gave the tour was great, too."

"I toured the memory care of Heather Glen Senior Living. It was very well maintained. A beautiful facility. The person who gave the tour was very knowledgeable and very informative. It was top-notch. It was very good. I saw the dining area and I was very happy with the setup. The attendants were there with the residents and it was very good."

"I loved Legend of Allentown, but they could not give me the level of care that my dad needed. The facilities were beautiful. It's a new building. It's beautifully done, very homely looking, very inviting, and very clean. They have a lot of pretty areas for the resident to hang out and to have space, out of their rooms. They encourage their residents to spend time out of their rooms, so they don't get isolated. The people seemed very nice, and they seemed to have a lot of good activities. While I was on the tour, they had a group there doing a Christmas concert, so that was kind of nice. I had a very good impression of them. The staff was very kind and very informative. Everyone we met along the way, if you were passing by someone in the hall, was friendly and welcoming."