Best Senior Living in Allentown, Pennsylvania
21 communities found
Allentown offers 46 senior living options, split between 20 residential communities and 26 agencies, with an average rating of 4.3 across 38 rated communities based on 2,152 reviews read. Among the 7 communities with Medicare star ratings, the average is 3.7, with 2 rated five stars and none rated just one star. No published pricing or Medicaid-accepting communities are noted in this data.
- 47options listed
- 4.3average rating, 39 rated
- 2,192family reviews read
Arden Courts (Allentown)
Allentown, Pennsylvania
4.8(44)
Memory CareRespite / Short-Term Care
Rittenhouse Village Lehigh Valley
Allentown, Pennsylvania
4.6(40)
Assisted LivingMemory CareRespite / Short-Term Care
Riverton Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
Allentown, Pennsylvania
4.5(279)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Cedar Crest Post Acute
Allentown, Pennsylvania
4.5(247)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Lehigh Valley Active Life
Allentown, Pennsylvania
4.5(132)
Independent Living
Extended Family Care Allentown
Allentown, Pennsylvania
5(4)
Medicare home health
Good Shepherd Home Raker Center
Allentown, Pennsylvania
4.6(10)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Advanced Health Care of Allentown
Allentown, Pennsylvania
5(3)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Lehigh Valley Home Care–Allentown
Allentown, Pennsylvania
5(1)
Home care · no referral needed
Above All Senior Care
Allentown, Pennsylvania
4.5(2)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
Legacy Place Cottages
Allentown, Pennsylvania
4.2(15)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
Lehigh Valley Hospital–17th Street
Allentown, Pennsylvania
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated senior living in Allentown
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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4.8 (44 reviews)· Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care
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Rittenhouse Village Lehigh Valley
4.6 (40 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care
Reviewers overwhelmingly describe Rittenhouse Village Lehigh Valley as a warm, well-run community where staff are attentive, activities are plentiful, and both personal care and memory care residents are treated like…
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Riverton Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
4.5 (279 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Riverton Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is praised for effective short-term rehab and skilled nursing care, especially physical therapy and admissions staff.
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4.5 (247 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Cedar Crest Post Acute earns praise for warm, familiar staff during repeat rehab stays, though some reports raise concerns about therapy consistency and medication timing.
- 5
4.5 (132 reviews)· Independent Living
Lehigh Valley Active Life operates like a senior activity center, offering pickleball, yoga, tai chi, and computer classes with strong reviews for its programs and leadership.
- 6
Good Shepherd Home Raker Center
4.6 (10 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Good Shepherd Home Raker Center is described as a caring, activity-rich long-term care facility for residents with severe physical disabilities, with warm staff.
- 7
4.2 (15 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
Legacy Place Cottages is praised for its welcoming, faith-centered atmosphere and top-notch staff, though one report described a specific caregiver as neglectful.
- 8
4.1 (31 reviews)· Assisted Living
Atrium of Allentown holds a 4.1 out of 5 rating from 32 Google reviews, with no detailed review text or amenity information provided.
- 9
Above and Beyond at the Knights.
4.1 (36 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
Above and Beyond at the Knights is praised for attentive memory care staff, cleanliness, good food, and communication, with a state investigation finding no violations.
- 10
4 (25 reviews)· Assisted Living
Abode Care Of Allentown holds a solid 4.3-star average from 23 Google reviews, though no detailed reviews or amenities are available.
What families say about senior living in Allentown
Counted across the review summaries of 37 Allentown communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often praise caring, attentive staff, mentioned by 78% of 36 communities, along with communication with families and medical or nursing care, each cited by 31%. On the concern side, communication with families and cost and billing each come up in 36% of reviews, staff attitude in 33%, and staffing levels or turnover in 14%.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 78%
- Communication with families 32%
- Management 30%
- Medical and nursing care 30%
- Activities and social life 24%
Concerns raised
- Communication with families 38%
- Cost and billing 38%
- Staff attitude 32%
- Staffing levels and turnover 14%
“I just wanna let everybody know that if they ever need to put their loved ones in a memory care home Arden quartz is the best. My husband is very stubborn. He has Parkinson’s, but for the most part, he is adjusting well and the staff is so accommodating I can’t say enough about them”
“My mom spent 4 months at Rittenhouse. Her experience was awesome. It gave us great comfort, knowing she was attended to and truly cared for. She made fast friends and a very close new bestie. I recommend to anyone.”
“Thank you for everything you have done for me. I feel like I came a long way and I would have never been able to be this healthy again without any of you. Every single person was lovely, I'll miss you all. 🥲Riverton is excellent!!!!”
Senior Living in Allentown: the figures
- •7 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 3.9 out of 5: 5 rated four stars or better, 0 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: 24-hour staff (23), medication management (21), emergency call system (21), housekeeping (21), wheelchair accessible (19), gathering / activity spaces (18).
How families pay for senior living in Pennsylvania
Most families in Pennsylvania start by paying privately for assisted living, memory care and independent living, drawing on savings, pensions, Social Security and often the proceeds from selling a home. Long-term care insurance, where a policy was purchased years earlier, can offset part of the monthly cost as well, though families still need to confirm what the policy actually covers and for how long. Veterans and surviving spouses may also qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that helps with the cost of care and is worth exploring early, since the application process can take some time.
The full picture for the state: Senior Living in Pennsylvania.
Senior Living near Allentown
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allentown, PA3.6 mi | 6 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.6 mi |
| Macungie5.9 mi | 5 | 4.3 / 5 | 5.9 mi |
| Bethlehem7.2 mi | 28 | 4.1 / 5 | 7.2 mi |
| Quakertown12.6 mi | 7 | 4 / 5 | 12.6 mi |
| Easton14.9 mi | 18 | 3.8 / 5 | 14.9 mi |
| Harleysville22.7 mi | 5 | 4.5 / 5 | 22.7 mi |
| Pottstown24.8 mi | 6 | 4 / 5 | 24.8 mi |
| Lansdale26.5 mi | 30 | 4.3 / 5 | 26.5 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 21, 2026 from the 47 communities listed in Allentown, 2,192 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 25, 2026.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Allentown ask about.
- Home Care in Pennsylvania: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- Signs It Is Time to Move From Home Care to Assisted Living
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Senior Living in Allentown: Common Questions
How many senior living communities are in Allentown, Pennsylvania?
MyLivingChoice lists 47 senior living communities in Allentown, Pennsylvania, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which senior living communities in Allentown are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Moravia Health Allentown (5★, 169 ratings), Pristine Home Care (5★, 75 ratings), BrightStar Care (5★, 40 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Allentown?
Beyond senior living, Allentown has at-home care (14 communities), home health (14 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (11 communities), assisted living (7 communities), independent living (4 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate senior living in Allentown?
Families rate Allentown senior living communities 4.3 out of 5 on average, across 2,192 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Allentown senior living communities?
Across the review summaries of 37 Allentown communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 78%), communication with families (mentioned for 32%), management (mentioned for 30%). The most common concerns are communication with families (38%), cost and billing (38%), staff attitude (32%).
How do Allentown nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
7 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Allentown carry an overall star rating, averaging 3.9 out of 5. 5 are rated four stars or better and 0 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.
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Home care agencies serving Allentown bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
