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"Heather Glen Senior Living's Memory Care Community is grounded on a Philosophy of Wellness. We emphasize the Physical, Spiritual, Emotional,..."
READ MOREThe average cost of assisted living in the county is $3,750 a month. This guide is a starting point covering the cost of assisted living care in the county, as well as financing options to pay for it. You’ll find in-depth information on 33 Assisted Living Communities in Lehigh County and several in surrounding areas.
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"Heather Glen Senior Living's Memory Care Community is grounded on a Philosophy of Wellness. We emphasize the Physical, Spiritual, Emotional,..."
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"Whitehall Manor is a senior living community and personal care facility that is committed to providing accommodations unmatched in the indus..."
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"Our community is located in the heart of town. We have beautiful outdoor spaces and our deck overlooks the entire valley. We are convenientl..."
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"ELEGANT AMBIANCE A luxurious setting with an open-air plaza, beautiful lounges, grand theater room, hosted bar, outdoor pond, courtyard seat..."
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"Nestled in the vibrant farm community of New Tripoli, which is filled with small-town friendliness, Cornerstone Living offers seniors the pe..."
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"The beautiful new Parkland Manor, located off of Route 309 in Allentown, PA, offers personal care and advanced physical care. Providing the..."
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"Above & Beyond Senior Living is located in Allentown, PA, on the city's West End. Minutes from downtown, the community sits between quie..."
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"Home Is Right Around The Corner Conveniently located off I-78/309 and nestled between Allentown, Bethlehem, Salisbury, and Emmaus, our Mo..."
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"For more than 23 years, Genesis Lehigh Commons has been providing quality health care services in a comfortable and safe environment to our ..."
READ MORE1263 S. Cedar Crest Blvd., Allentown, PA 18103
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410 N Krocks Road, Allentown, PA 18106
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800 Hausman Road, Allentown, PA 18104
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"At Limestone Lodge, we provide specialty care assisted living for individuals in the beginning stages of memory loss and those with end stag..."
READ MORE803 North Wahneta Street, Allentown, PA 18109
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"Riverton Enhanced Senior Living has a team that dedicates itself to providing a safe, comfortable, and enriching community for our residents..."
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"Residents and guests of Phoebe Home are happy with the options of both single rooms and apartment style care. The facility is praised for it..."
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"Refund Plan: 60% of Entrance Fee over 9 years. Assisted Living and Nursing Care on Fee-for-Service basis."
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"Devon House Senior Living is an assisted living facility situated in Lehigh Country, Pennsylvania. Home to attractions such as the Coca-Cola..."
READ MORE1545 W Greenleaf Street, Allentown, PA 18102
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"Above & Beyond at the Knights is within a short distance to several hospitals, medical centers and physician offices, including the Fair..."
READ MORE4851 Saucon Creek Rd., Center Valley, PA 18034
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"Sacred Heart Senior Living provides Independent Living and Personal Care services in the Lehigh Valley area. Established in 1998, the commun..."
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1265 S Cedar Crest Blvd, Allentown, PA 18103
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"The Allentown location of ManorCare Health Services is at an easily-accessible location on South Cedar Crest Boulevard. Praised by visitors ..."
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4315 Washington Street, Schnecksville, PA 18078
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"___________________________________________ A one level assisted living community designed to provide safety and comfort to seniors is At..."
READ MORE"Welcome to Home Instead! Our families live and work in the Lehigh County region, so we're invested in our community on a very personal l..."
READ MORE"Welcome to John T. Gross Towers Opened in 1967, John T. Gross Towers offers affordable, safe and secure housing for low-income senior citize..."
READ MORE1265 S Cedar Crest Blvd, Allentown, PA 18103
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"Welcome to Manor care Health Services! Located on South Cedar Crest Boulevard in Allentown, PA, ManorCare provides individualized post-hospi..."
READ MORE"Welcome to Mosser! Mosser Nursing Home is a member of the LifeQuest family of healthcare services. LifeQuest is dedicated to the maintenance..."
READ MORE5201 ST. JOSEPH’S ROAD, P.O. BOX 1001, Limeport, PA 18060
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"Welcome to Towers East! Providing, safe, decent and affordable housing for low-income families, senior citizens and disabled residents of th..."
READ MORE120 West 5th Street, Boyertown, PA 19512
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"Just because your loved one needs supportive services doesn't mean they are ready to give up their independence. At Chestnut Knoll Perso..."
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"All inclusive, month to month Independent living and personal care with levels of care up to level 6. We feature on-site no charge laundry, ..."
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"At The Birches at Harleysville Personal Care & Dementia Care Community in Harleysville, PA, you'll find all the personal care assistance you..."
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"Atria Bethlehem offers a host of opportunities for recreation and entertainment. A well-planned schedule of activities and events within the..."
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"At Legend of Allentown, you'll find a vibrant atmosphere that values both community and individuality. Gathering areas are purposefully desi..."
READ MORE300 Perkiomen Ave, Schwenksville, PA 19473
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"Welcome to Greenfield Senior Living of Perkiomen Valley, an award-winning Personal and Memory Care Community. Originally opened in the 1920_..."
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"We go above and beyond to find ways to enrich your life . . . we focus on your health and wellness to encourage continued independence and t..."
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"__________________________________________ With our convenient location in Reading, Hearthstone at Maidencreek is the community of choice..."
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"The Vero at Bethlehem offers two types of senior living in Bethlehem, PA: personal care and memory care. Every resident enjoys luxury amenit..."
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"Penn Assisted Care offers exceptional care to our seniors in a relaxed, home-like setting. Our seniors receive around the clock care from ou..."
READ MORE1001 Washington Avenue, Northampton, PA 18067
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"Situated along the Lehigh River and close to the Pocono Mountains, Northampton is just minutes away from Historic Bethlehem, home of the San..."
READ MORE1660 Park Avenue, Quakertown, PA 18951
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"Independence Court is nestled in a residential neighborhood. Our picturesque setting is set with giant pin oak trees lining the sidewalks of..."
READ MORE50 East Locust Street, Nesquehoning, PA 18240
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"Maple Shade offers Personal Care and A Secured Dementia Unit. Please call for details. When it comes to Peace and Tranquility, MapleShade M..."
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"The beautiful new Bethlehem Manor, located on Pennsylvania Avenue in Bethlehem, PA, is centrally located from Allentown, Easton, and Northam..."
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"Nestled in the rolling hills of Easton, Pennsylvania, Renaissance Home Forks is peaceful independent living and personal care community just..."
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"There is a hidden gem located in Hatfield, PA known as Paradise Manor. Paradise Manor was founded over 60 years ago for the purpose of havin..."
READ MORE"The Birches of Lehigh Valley in Bethlehem Township, PA offer the ideal setting for your senior. If you're looking for a community that exude..."
READ MORE4035 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem, PA 18020
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"Frederick Living is a senior living community located in Zieglerville, PA. Positioned some distance from the busy metropolis of Philadelphia..."
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"Welcome to Liza's House Personal. Our inviting senior living community offers residents the comfort and convenience of a hassle-free lif..."
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"Saucon Valley Manor, located in Hellertown, PA, offers several levels of care including: Independent Living, Personal Care, Advanced Physica..."
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"Walden III is an Assisted Living Residence opened in February 1987. Our intention is to provide a safe, attractive and affordable alternativ..."
READ MORE12 Lutheran Home Drive, Telford, PA 18969
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"Includes Luther Village, Harbinger Terrace & The Meadows Apartments. Refund Plan: 33% of Entrance Fee. Priority access Assisted Living and N..."
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"The Lutheran Home at Topton is proud of its 50+ years of service providing exceptional lifestyles and health care to Berks County seniors. A..."
READ MORE215 Cedar Park Boulevard, Easton, PA 18042
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"Alexandria Manor is located in Nazareth, Pennsylvania, just a few minutes from Northampton Crossings shopping mall, Sawmill Golf Course and ..."
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"Refund Plans: 75% less $28,000 health care component; Declining balance with full LifeCare for Life (65% of Entrance Fee)."
READ MORE175 Newlins Road West, Easton, PA 18040
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602 East 21St Street, Northampton, PA 18067
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"The Rockhill Mennonite Community is situated on a picturesque 44-acre campus in Sellersville, Pennsylvania. A close-knit suburb of Philadelp..."
READ MORE207 W. Summit Street, Souderton, PA 18964
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"Refund Plan: Declining balance at 2% per mo. to 25% of Entrance Fee. Assisted Living and Nursing Care on Fee-For-Service basis."
READ MORE302 Kunkletown Road, Kunkletown, PA 18058
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108 South Main Street, Richlandtown, PA 18955
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"________________________________________ Nestled in Kunkletown, Pennsylvania amidst rural charm, Getz Personal Care Home provides highly at..."
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"Refund Plans: 75% of Admission Fee (Estate Fee + Entrance Fee); 0% of Fees, amortized at 2% per mo. For 50 mos."
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"Alexandria Manor of Allentown Bethlehem Campus is conveniently located in northern Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, close to the shopping options at..."
READ MORE2343 Bethlehem Pike, Hatfield, PA 19440
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"Sanatoga Court is a Senior Living Community located in Pottstown (Sanatoga), Pennsylvania. Our Senior Living and Rehabilitative Health campu..."
READ MORE701 SLATE BELT BLVD, RD 3, Bangor, PA 18013
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"The Easton Home is located just moments from the downtown historic district of Easton, Pennsylvania and is easily accessible from the Lehigh..."
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397 Hemlock Drive, Lehighton, PA 18235
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"Mahoning Valley Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is located in Leighton, Pennsylvania, near the Lehigh River and minutes away from St. Luke..."
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"_____________________________________ Evans Retirement Center is a homelike facility located in Berks County, Pennsylvania. Family owned an..."
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"Gracedale Nursing Home is located in the small community of Nazareth, PA, home to 5,698 residents and located 15 miles northeast of Allentow..."
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"Holy Family Grace Mansion Personal Care provides residents with the convenience, comfort and freedom to enjoy the fullness of life without i..."
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"Offering skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and residents. Whether for a short stay or for an extended period, ou..."
READ MORE1320 Mill Rd, Quakertown, PA 18951
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1115 Myrtle Rd, Walnutport, PA 18088
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"Pond View Manor has a lush, peaceful rural setting located northeast of Walnutport, Pennsylvania. It's a few minutes from Walnutport's Main ..."
READ MORE5666 CLYMER ROAD, Quakertown, PA 18951
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2600 Northampton Street, Easton, PA 18045
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724 N Charlotte St, Pottstown, PA 19464
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219 EAST BROAD STREET, Quakertown, PA 18951
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2029 Westgate Drive, Bethlehem, PA 18017
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"Offering skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and residents. Whether for a short stay or for an extended period, ou..."
READ MORE"Welcome to Quakertown Center! Quakertown Center is nestled in picturesque Bucks County, Pennsylvania and conveniently located within minutes..."
READ MORE65 EAST LIZARD CREEK, Lehighton, PA 18235
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"Williams Manor is located in the idyllic town of Wind Gap, PA. Embodying a small-town feel and only an hour's drive from New York City, seni..."
READ MORE"Offering skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and residents. Whether for a short stay or for an extended period, ou..."
READ MORE1305 CHURCH DRIVE, Palmerton, PA 18071
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"Renee's Personal Care Home, established in 1995, is a small family-owned facility serving seniors in need of assistance with such things..."
READ MORE"Park View at Oak Crest is a three-level senior apartment community located in Harleysville, PA. The Philadelphia suburb offers numerous heal..."
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My father is in Legend of Allentown. So far, everything has been very good. The staff is very good, very helpful, and very caring. His room is spacious and excellent. They've got very good food. They have an outdoor area, a movie theater, and activities. It's a good fit. I'm happy to see that there are caring people there.
Steve
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Legend of Allentown was a pretty reputable place. It's one of the premier places in the area. We're impressed with the director. She seemed caring and answered all the questions that we needed to hear. It's quite a new facility, so it's very homey. They have trips to go shopping and to the theater. They have a number of opportunities for my mother to engage with people her own age in a social setting.
Richard
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My wife has been using Right at Home and they're doing a good job. She sleeps during the day, so their main responsibility is to assist her going to the bathroom and then back into bed. Sometimes she gets up early enough to interact with the caregivers, and she enjoys talking with them. I'm a satisfied client. The helpers have been friendly and courteous.
Ron
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Rittenhouse Village at Lehigh Valley is very affordable and clean, and the food is decent. The staff is very personable. My mother is happy there. She has a studio with a very small kitchen and a sink, but no stove. They don't allow cooking. It's a countertop with a dormitory refrigerator underneath and a microwave on the top. There's a bathroom and one big room. They have bingo, some live entertainment, pincohle, a library, and a theater.
JM
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We chose Whitehall Manor for my mother because the price was right and I heard a lot of good things about it from a lot of people and even other doctors. The staff is really good to her. She presses her button when she needs something and they're usually right there, although sometimes she has to wait a little bit. The menu and the food look good. There are two women to a room, but it's very big. They have their own walk-in shower and the staff helps them with anything they need.
Anonymous
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Heather Glen was an outstanding facility, absolutely gorgeous, and fantastic. My only contact was with the marketing director who was fabulous and did a wonderful job. They had everything prepared and ready for my husband. He never got there, but the place was fabulous. They had an aviary, a putting green, and a beautiful aquarium. It's just a gorgeous place and I was very impressed. I would highly recommend it.
Joe
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My mom is in Lehigh Center and it is a nice place. The staff is doing a good job and I have no issues with them. They provide physical therapy and they had a person there reading books to the people. They also have church services on Sunday. The dining area is nice and clean. The place seems clean and organized.
Sheri
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I like Whitehall Manor a lot. The food seems to be good. One thing that I really liked about it is it doesn't smell like a nursing home. It's a nice place. My mother said she has played bingo already. They have arts and crafts and have people come in and do manicures. They have a schedule of activities. She gets breakfast, lunch, and dinner, plus they have refrigerators and microwaves in their rooms. She gets therapy, and they bathe her, clean her when she has accidents, have a van that will transport her to doctors' appointments, and do her laundry. The staff is very hands on, very kind, and patient.
Tina
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Whitehall Manor is beautiful and very well-kept, but it's too expensive. The person there was very friendly, helpful, showed us around, and gave us time to ask questions. The dining area is very clean and open space. They have a whole calendar of activities and they take them places. I would recommend it to anybody who can afford it.
According to the Genworth 2018 Cost of Care Study, the average monthly cost of assisted living in Lehigh County is right on par with the state average ($3,750). It’s slightly below the national average of $4,000 and considerably lower than the cost in several other major cities throughout Pennsylvania, including Erie ($4,588), Lancaster ($4,350) and Philadelphia ($5,318). While Lehigh County is less expensive than in some of the larger cities in the state, more affordable care can be found in several other areas, such as Gettysburg ($3,100), Pittsburgh ($3,150) and Williamsport ($3,225).
Specific senior care cost data isn’t available for Lehigh County. Data for the nearest major city, Allentown, has been used instead.
Lehigh County/Allentown
$3,750
National average
$4,000
State average
$3,750
Erie
$4,588
Gettysburg
$3,100
Lancaster
$4,350
Philadelphia
$5,318
Pittsburgh
$3,150
Williamsport
$3,225
The cost of care depends greatly on the type of care an individual requires. In Lehigh County, this is evident when comparing the cost of nursing home care to other types of care. At $11,254, nursing home care is more than three times the average cost of assisted living. Home care costs, which average $4,195 per month, are approximately $445 higher than assisted living. For seniors considering living at home as an alternative to assisted living care, it’s important to also budget for expenses, such as rent, groceries and utilities, which are usually included in assisted living costs. Cost of Homemaker/Home Health Aide Comparison Chart
Assisted living
$3,750
Homemaker services
$4,195
Home health aide
$4,195
Adult day health
$1,408
Nursing home care (semiprivate room)
$11,254
In Pennsylvania, the state’s standard Medicaid plan is known officially as Medical Assistance (MA). It’s administered and funded by the state and receives financial support from the federal government. MA covers the cost of health care services for low-income residents of Pennsylvania. Covered services include doctor visits, prescription medications, hospitalization and dental care. Although the cost of assisted living isn’t covered by the standard MA plan, there are other Medicaid options available to seniors in Pennsylvania to cover these expenses.
To qualify for MA, Pennsylvania residents aged 65 and over must meet specific financial requirements, which stipulate that income may not exceed $2,313 per month. Countable assets may not surpass $2,000, although Pennsylvania allows an extra $6,000 disregard exemption to those with monthly income below $2,199.
To apply for MA or to learn more about eligibility and benefits, seniors can call (866) 550-4355 or apply online.
Community HealthChoices
The Community HealthChoices program is a waiver that’s available to seniors living in Pennsylvania who require a nursing level of care but wish to continue living at home or in their community. The program was created in 2018 with the intention of reducing the number of seniors entering into nursing home care, which is very expensive in Pennsylvania. The program covers the cost of personal care and assisted living services both at home and in assisted living facilities. Depending on the participant’s needs, it may also cover transportation, nurse visits, occupational or physical therapy and counseling services.
To qualify for the Community HealthChoices program, seniors must be dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid or require a nursing level of care as determined by a care assessment conducted by a medical professional. Financially, requirements for this waiver are the same as for MA.
To apply for this program or inquire about the benefits it includes, seniors can call (800) 932-0939.
The Aging Waiver
The Aging waiver is a home and community based services waiver that provides seniors with another option to receive financial assistance with the cost of assisted living. It covers a range of fees for seniors who live at home or in assisted living facilities, including personal care, accessibility equipment, nonmedical transportation, service coordination and counseling services.
To qualify for the aging waiver, applicants must be 60 years of age or older and require a skilled-nursing level of care. Financial requirements can be obtained by contacting the Lehigh County Assistance Office at (877) 223-5956. To apply for this waiver, seniors can call (800) 753-8827.
Optional State Supplement
Pennsylvania’s Optional State Supplement program provides a cash benefit to low-income seniors or disabled persons who receive long-term care. The benefit was created to help these individuals pay for costs that aren’t covered by Medicaid, such as room and board. The maximum monthly payout is $439.30 (individual) or $957.40 (couple) per month.
To qualify for this supplement, seniors must be receiving the federal Supplemental Security Income benefit. To apply for this benefit, seniors can contact the Social Security Administration office at (800) 772-1213.
LIFE
LIFE is an all-inclusive managed care program that’s available to elderly individuals throughout Pennsylvania. Those who participate in the program receive all health care services from LIFE providers, including assisted living, primary medical care, prescription medications and social services. Coverage is determined by a sliding scale, meaning those with the lowest income are eligible for no-cost care, while those with high income may be required to pay for services.
To be eligible for LIFE, applicants must be aged 55 or older and require a level of care that’s typically provided in a nursing or rehabilitation facility. They must also be able to live safely within their own home or community.
Seniors living in Lehigh County can apply for LIFE by calling Senior Life Lehigh Valley at (610) 954-5433.
Senior centers provide elderly individuals with a community gathering place. They typically offer an assortment of programs, such as fitness classes, bingo, card games and senior dances.
Lehigh County Neighborhood Senior Centers
(Various Locations)
(610) 782-3000
Area Agencies on Aging work with seniors to connect them with resources and programming that enhance their quality of life. Other services that may be provided include long-term-care ombudsman services and benefits assistance. Lehigh County Aging and Adult Services
17 South 7th Street, #230, Allentown, Pennsylvania 18101
(610) 782-3034
Veterans Affairs (VA) provides a range of benefits to those who have served in the military and their immediate family members. Typically, these benefits include financial assistance and free health care, which can be obtained in VA clinics throughout the country.
Lehigh County Veterans Affairs
17 South 7th Street, Allentown, Pennsylvania 18101
(610) 782-3295
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