Comfort Keepers in Bethlehem, PA

Pros

• Skylar Aumick has been a godsend, always helpful and proactive, even helping to move furniture to accommodate a hospital bed.
• Comfort Keepers did an outstanding job caring for a loved one and provided top-notch service.
• The level of care provided by Comfort Keepers is highly recommended for anyone needing help caring for a loved one.

Cons

• Comfort Keepers do not value communication at all and are by far the worst company for communication.
• The customers experienced one of the worst experiences with any company they had ever dealt with, as the company did not respond or communicate at all.
• The company thanked them for their feedback and claimed they were happy with the service, which the customers described as a total joke.

Review

Comfort Keepers Bethlehem is best suited for families seeking deeply personal, hands-on in-home care where caregivers can physically assist, monitor mobility, and adapt the living space to meet medical needs. The staff described in reviews demonstrates warmth, diligence, and a practical approach that keeps daily life moving - bed placement, furniture rearrangement, and steady help with daily tasks. This agency stands out for families that want a small-team feel: caregivers who become trusted partners in daily routines and long-term care, delivering continuity and a sense of security that larger franchises sometimes struggle to provide. For clients needing end-of-life or ongoing support at home, the setup can be especially comforting when a reliable caregiver is consistently available.

Key strengths include caregivers who are reliable, proactive, and respectful of the home environment. One caregiver, Skylar Aumick, embodies the model: moving furniture to accommodate a hospital bed, never idle, always ready to help, and unafraid to tackle practical barriers. Such direct, hands-on assistance translates into tangible relief for family members and a steadying presence for the person receiving care. Others echoed this sentiment, describing compassionate, high-quality service that remained steady through challenging moments. In situations where a loved one required intensive daily support, workers who show up prepared to solve problems can make the difference between daily strain and manageable routines.

The flip side is inconsistent communication. A portion of reviewers describe the company as lacking timely updates, thorough feedback, and steady responsiveness. The difference between a caregiver who shows up with a plan and a formal care-coordination system can be stark: families may experience excellent day-to-day support yet feel behind the scenes when questions arise or schedules shift. The risk is that without reliable cadence from management, even excellent in-home helpers can't fully compensate for gaps in coordination or clarity about next steps, and frustration can mount during transitions or care changes.

These communication gaps do not erase the undeniable positives, but they do demand a workaround. Families must take an active role in requesting updates, insisting on a designated point person, and documenting expectations clearly. The praise around Skylar and the handful of other caregivers shows that the personnel can be outstanding; however, this excellence can be uneven if turnover or scheduling changes disrupt continuity. For families whose loved one requires strict oversight and rapid escalation to a supervisor, the potential variability in formal communication may offset some of the care advantages.

Who should consider alternatives? Those who require strict, proactive care management with daily updates and rapid escalation protocols would be prudent to compare other agencies or demand stronger guarantees from Comfort Keepers. Those with complex medical needs that demand coordinated communication across physicians and family portals may find a mismatch here. On the other hand, if a trusted caregiver relationship and practical, adaptable in-home support are the priority, Comfort Keepers Bethlehem can be a strong, dependable partner.

Bottom line: Comfort Keepers Bethlehem offers powerful on-the-ground care and deeply compassionate caregivers that many families will value, especially for mobility help, home modifications, and end-of-life comfort. The main caveat is the uneven, sometimes insufficient formal communication; when managed with explicit expectations and a dedicated coordinator, the downsides shrink considerably. For families prioritizing relational care and hands-on help over corporate-style reporting, this agency is worth choosing. For others, particularly those who rely on steady, proactive updates, exploring alternatives or securing stronger communication commitments before committing is a prudent step.

Physicians

• St Luke's Medical Associates of Bethlehem (1.3 miles)
• Medical Associates of Bethlehem (2.1 miles)
• Shaymal Mozumdar, MD (2.8 miles)
• Rossi Carla MD (2.8 miles)
• Star Open Mri (2.8 miles)
• Orthopedic Associates of the Greater Lehigh Valley (2.8 miles)
• Urgent Care Center (3.2 miles)

Restaurants

• McDonald's (1.5 miles)
• Hibachi Grill & Supreme Buffet (1.6 miles)
• Blue Grillhouse (2.2 miles)
• Saladworks (2.7 miles)
• Chick-Fil-A (2.8 miles)
• Keystone Pub (2.8 miles)
• Diner 248 (2.9 miles)

Places of Worship

• Our Lady of Perpetual Help (2.3 miles)
• Good Shepherd Lutheran Church (4.6 miles)

Hospitals

• Emergency Room at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Hecktown Oaks (2.4 miles)
• Coordinated Health (2.4 miles)
• St Luke's Hospital - Anderson Campus (3 miles)
• Lehigh Valley Health Network (3.5 miles)
• Easton Hospital Imaging Center (4.4 miles)
• Maternity Ward (4.6 miles)
• Warren Hospital (4.9 miles)

Pharmacies

• Wegmans (2.7 miles)
• CVS Pharmacy (2.7 miles)
• Walmart Pharmacy (2.8 miles)
• Partners Pharmacy (2.8 miles)
• Rite Aid (2.8 miles)
• Walgreens (3 miles)
• CVS Pharmacy (3.5 miles)

Cafes

• Starbucks (2.9 miles)
• Starbucks (3.6 miles)
• Saxbys Coffee (6.3 miles)

Parks

• Nazareth Borough Park (4 miles)
• Penn Pump Park (4.5 miles)
• Mill Race Park (5.1 miles)
• Hugh Moore Park (5.2 miles)
• Parking Garage (6.3 miles)

Transportation

• Trans Bridge Bus Stop - Lehigh Valley International Airport (6.1 miles)
• Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE) (6.2 miles)