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Photo of Maple Shade Meadows Senior Living
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I could not have asked for better care for my mother. They were very kind to her. I would recommend Maple Shade Meadows to anyone who had a loved one who needed assisted living.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
MapleShade offers Personal Care and A Secured Dementia Unit. Please call for details.When it comes to Peace and Tranquility, MapleShade Meadows cannot be beat! Our one floor Senior Living Community is located along a picturesque creek in a meadow in the quiet town of Nesquehoning, Pennsylvania....
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The Palmerton is beautiful. Rooms are cozy. Staff are friendly, helpful and supportive. Food choices are limited however tasty. I like being here and recommend it for those looking for help with life's...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Breathtaking views overlooking the Lehigh Gap, with a panoramic view of Blue Mountain...The Village at Palmerton is conveniently located near Palmerton Hospital. We are within walking distance from all of your shopping and banking needs. We ask you to come and visit with us and see the...
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When I toured At home At Parkland for my Mom I was impressed at the more personal care they offered for someone with limited abilities, and the price was more reasonable than most for the care they offer....
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
At Home at Parkland was founded with the primary goal of providing individualized care in a small Personal Care Home Community setting. As a Home Care and Hospice provider in Eastern Pennsylvania for 12 years we were surprised by how few options were available for those requiring specialized...
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The owners and staff are very pleasant and helpful. When my parents went to see Pleasant Trees my father was very impressed with the owner's personality. Both my parents chose Pleasant Trees over another...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Pleasant Trees is located in Carbon County’s lush countryside, situated on 5 beautifully landscaped acres at the base of the Blue Mountains. Our philosophy is based on a firm belief that independence is the key to a rewarding and enjoyable life. It is the mission of Pleasant Trees to provide an...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Home Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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Even though the building is about 20 years old, when you first walk in you would think it was built last year! The place is immaculate. The woman who works there is great. They have a good amount of...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Home Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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Overall our experience with Edgemont Lodge was a very good one. The staff here is very attentive, friendly, and respectful towards the residents. The facility itself is always kept very clean and nice...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
It is our philosophy at Edgemont Lodge Assisted Living/Personal Care Home to promote independence through self-determination. Our residents receive individual attention to their specific needs with an emphasis on rehabilitation. Our foremost concern at Edgemont is the comfort, health and...
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Cost of assisted living in East Penn, PA

The average cost of senior living in East Penn is $3,858 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Jeddo, PA with an average of $2,911 per month.

Assisted living costs in East Penn, PA, vs. nearby cities

East Penn, PA
$3,858/mo
$3,794/mo

Assisted living costs in East Penn, PA, vs. state and national averages

East Penn, PA
$3,858/mo
U.S. national average
$4,612/mo

Assisted living costs in East Penn, PA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,858/mo
$5,474/mo

Assisted living costs in East Penn, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,025/mo
Studio
$4,280/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,456/mo

Senior living costs in East Penn vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: East Penn, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEast Penn, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,858/mo$4,271/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$5,474/mo$5,453/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living$3,568/mo$4,265/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
East Penn, PA:$3,858/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,271/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
East Penn, PA:$5,474/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Independent Living
East Penn, PA:$3,568/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,265/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
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Assisted living costs in East Penn, PA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in East Penn and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in East Penn, PA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in East Penn have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
East Penn, PA$5,439/mo$4,379/mo+24.2%
Pennsylvania$4,923/mo$4,580/mo+7.5%
National$4,875/mo$4,585/mo+6.3%
East Penn, PA
2024 average cost:$5,439/mo
2023 average cost:$4,379/mo
Percent change:+24.2%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$4,923/mo
2023 average cost:$4,580/mo
Percent change:+7.5%
National
2024 average cost:$4,875/mo
2023 average cost:$4,585/mo
Percent change:+6.3%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in East Penn, PA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in East Penn.

What families are saying about assisted living in East Penn

Recent reviews for assisted living in East Penn

Liza's House in Danielsville, PA

4.3
Pro Food is nutritious and prepared and served to please individuals...very accommodating for food and beverages. Welcoming environment Staff tends to be very pleasant and seem to care about the residents. Staff seems to know the residents. Staff members respond when concerns are brought to ...
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Country Meadows of Allentown

5.0
As my mother began to decline a few years ago, I began looking for a retirement community for her. I visited about ten communities in the Lehigh Valley. It was apparent from the beginning that Country Meadows is special. My mother was very reluctant to leave her home but she quickly adjusted ...
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Legend of Allentown

5.0
my family member has received excellent care at Legend. The staff has gone out of their way to help adjust to his circumstances

East Penn assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in East Penn assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in East Penn, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in East Penn assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in East Penn that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
East Penn, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
40%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in East Penn assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of East Penn Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
East Penn, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
40%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
20%
42.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in East Penn assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of East Penn partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
East Penn, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in East Penn assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of East Penn communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
East Penn, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
20%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in East Penn assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in East Penn offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
East Penn, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
30%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
31.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
20%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
20%
29.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in East Penn

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Pennsylvania assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in East Penn protect seniors.
Learn about Pennsylvania assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Maple Shade Meadows Senior Living, The Palmerton and At Home at Parkland are the top-rated assisted living facilities near East Penn, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 12 assisted living facilities near East Penn, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in East Penn, Pennsylvania are Keystone Villa at Fleetwood, Atria Bethlehem and Saucon Valley Manor. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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