Abode Care of Allentown

Abode Care of Allentown is an assisted living and memory care community in Allentown, PA.

Information last verified: December 26, 2025

2232 29th Street Southwest, Allentown, PA 18103

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4 from 52 reviews

5 stars

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4 stars

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3 stars

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2 stars

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1 stars

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Abode Care of Allentown Costs & Pricing

Abode Care of Allentown offers competitively priced accommodation options when compared to the averages in Lehigh County and across Pennsylvania. For a semi-private room, residents pay $3,200 per month, which is notably lower than the county average of $3,741 and the state average of $3,542. The monthly cost for a studio unit is set at $3,900; this figure remains more affordable than the county's average of $4,504 while slightly exceeding the state's average of $3,737. In terms of one-bedroom accommodations, Abode Care's charge of $4,460 surpasses both local and statewide averages - $4,418 and $4,006 respectively. Overall, while Abode Care presents an attractive financial option for semi-private living arrangements, its one-bedroom offerings are positioned higher in comparison within the regional market.

Floor plans	Abode Care of Allentown	Lehigh County	Pennsylvania
Semi-Private	$3,200	$3,741	$3,542
Studio	$3,900	$4,504	$3,737
1 Bedroom	$4,460	$4,418	$4,006

Overall Review of Abode Care of Allentown

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Friendly, helpful staff stands out

Residents and families frequently describe the staff as friendly, responsive, and genuinely engaged.

Many reviewers say staff members are kind and easy to work with, and several describe caregivers and aides as attentive to day-to-day needs. A number of reviews also mention communication—especially caregivers calling or providing updates—so families feel less worried when they can’t be there. While a few comments criticize staffing levels or coordination, the more common takeaway is that staff work hard to keep residents comfortable and supported.

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Value and pricing drive choice

Pricing is a major factor for families choosing this community.

Several reviewers explicitly call out cost as a reason they selected Abode Care of Allentown, describing it as affordable or a good value compared with other options they considered. One review also ties the decision to having amenities that fit within the budget. A smaller number of comments still raise concerns about the experience or service quality, but cost remains a consistent thread across reviews.

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Activities keep residents engaged

Reviews commonly highlight frequent activities and entertainment for residents.

A number of families describe an active schedule with activities such as happy hour, holiday events, games, and outings. Several reviewers say residents seem more engaged than at other places they toured or compared, and some mention entertainment and group gatherings that help residents stay social. A few reviews criticize what they saw or experienced around activities, but the overall pattern is that programming is a noticeable part of life here.

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Food quality is mixed

Dining gets both praise and complaints, especially around quality and how meals are served.

Some reviewers say the food is delicious, tasty, or good enough to enjoy regularly, including in memory care. Others report disappointment with food quality, describing it as not great or even “stinks,” and a few mention meals arriving cold or service issues like missing silverware. Overall, dining seems to be an area where residents’ and families’ experiences vary.

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Cleanliness and odors come up

Cleanliness is mostly described positively, though some reviews report odors and maintenance problems.

Several comments praise the facility as clean and well maintained, including room upkeep and a generally welcoming atmosphere. At the same time, multiple negative reviews mention a bad smell on entry, sparse dining-room conditions, or issues like a broken toilet. That mix suggests cleanliness and condition may be inconsistent from reviewer to reviewer.

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Memory care support and safety

Memory care reviews focus on close supervision and handling behavior concerns.

Some families describe the memory care unit as a smaller setting where staff can keep a close eye on residents and manage behavior problems. Others raise concerns about safety, including issues like door security or a feeling that the environment did not feel safe at certain times. Taken together, memory care is a key part of the conversation, with both reassurance and caution showing up in reviews.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

Studio apartments

Types of Care

Assisted Living
Memory Care

Pets

Cats allowed
Dogs allowed

Amenities

Activities off-site
Activities on-site
Air-conditioning
Beautician on-site
Cable or satellite TV
Devotional services on-site
Dining room
Ground floor units
Guest parking
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Laundry
Outdoor common areas
Party space
Resident parking
Respite or short term stays offered
TV room
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

Lehigh Valley International (7 miles away)
Transportation & parking

Care Services

Ambulatory care
Diabetic care
High acuity care
Hospice care
Incontinence care
Medication management
Personal care assistants
Physical therapy

Dining

Gluten-free
Guest meals
Low / no sodium
Meals provided
No Sugar
Restaurant style dining
Room service
Vegetarian

Activities

Activities off-site
Activities on-site
Arts and crafts
BBQs or picnics
Birthday parties
Day trips and outings
Devotional activities on-site
Games
Happy hour
Holiday parties
Live dance or theater performances
Live musical performances
Stories

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Allentown, Pennsylvania, offers a convenient and vibrant community for senior living. With multiple pharmacies nearby for easy access to medications and healthcare needs, along with a variety of dining options ranging from fast food to sit-down restaurants, seniors can enjoy a diverse culinary experience. The presence of cafes like Starbucks provides a great place for socializing and enjoying a cup of coffee. Additionally, there are several physicians' offices in the vicinity for medical care. Places of worship are also situated close by for spiritual fulfillment. The area is well-equipped with hospitals and healthcare facilities, ensuring quick access to medical services when needed. For leisure activities, seniors can visit the nearby theaters or enjoy nature at the nearby parks like Cedar Creek Park and Macungie Memorial Park. Overall, this part of Allentown offers a well-rounded and convenient living environment tailored to meet the needs and interests of senior residents.

Pharmacies

GIANT Pharmacy (0.1 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
Cedar Care Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
Walgreens (2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.1 miles)
Rite Aid (2.7 miles)

Restaurants

McDonald's (0.3 miles)
Sunrise Diner (2.2 miles)
Union and Finch (2.5 miles)
Perkins Restaurant and Bakery (2.5 miles)
Cali Burrito (2.6 miles)
TGI Friday's (2.6 miles)
Yocco's Hot Dog King (2.6 miles)

Cafes

Starbucks (0.5 miles)
Starbucks (4.1 miles)
Starbucks (4.2 miles)
Starbucks (4.4 miles)

Physicians

St. Luke's Emaus Avenue Family Practice (1 miles)
Joseph Kavchok Jr, MD (1.7 miles)
Smile Krafters (1.8 miles)
Pennsylvania Pain Management (1.9 miles)
Fetzer-Clair Urology Associates (2 miles)
LVPG General, Bariatric and Trauma Surgery-1240 Cedar Crest (2.2 miles)
Pulmonary Associates PC (2.3 miles)

Places of Worship

St Thomas More Catholic Church (2 miles)
Christ Lutheran Church (2.7 miles)
Dubbs Memorial Ucc (3.7 miles)
City Limits Assembly of God (3.7 miles)
Bethany United Methodist Church (3.8 miles)
St Peter's Preschool (5.2 miles)

Hospitals

Lehigh Valley Hospital - Mother/Baby Unit (2.2 miles)
Life Care Holdings (2.3 miles)
LVH Pediatric Unit (2.3 miles)
Open Heart Unit (2.3 miles)
Lehigh Valley Hospital (2.3 miles)
Kaysch Pavilion (2.3 miles)
Singh Sandeep MD - Good Shepherd Rehab Hospital (2.5 miles)

Theaters

AMC Center Valley 16 (3.8 miles)
Movie Tavern Trexlertown (5 miles)

Parks

Cedar Creek Park (4.2 miles)
Macungie Memorial Park (4.8 miles)

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