Worth Considering
6
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Allentown, Pennsylvania
6 of 8 nursing homes in Allentown (75%) meet our strict criteria. The Pennsylvania statewide average is 29%.
6 recommended · 1 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.8
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
1,647
across 8 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
0 Grade F
$20,994 in combined fines
Zero Fines
7
/8
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 6?
The nursing home market in Allentown, Pennsylvania is strong, with 75% of the 8 facilities recommended. Families should be aware that while the top-rated facility, Cedarbrook Senior Care and Rehabilitation, excels, there is one facility to avoid due to $20,994 in fines.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 CEDARBROOK SENIOR CARE AND REHABILITATION (93) — Cedarbrook Senior Care and Rehabilitation stands out with an impressive Trust Score of 93/100 and a perfect 5★ CMS rating, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With 670 beds and no fines, this county-run facility excels in serving the community, ensuring residents receive top-notch rehabilitation services.
- 2 RIVERTON REHABILITATION AND HEALTHCARE CENTER (90) — Riverton Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center boasts a strong Trust Score of 90/100 and an excellent 5★ CMS rating. As a for-profit facility, it maintains high standards with zero fines, providing quality rehabilitation and healthcare services to its 111 residents, making it a top choice for families.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 3 JEWEL HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER (80) — Jewel Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center offers a solid Trust Score of 80/100 and a 4★ CMS rating, demonstrating its commitment to quality care. With 146 beds and no fines, it provides a reliable rehabilitation experience, although slightly lower than some competitors.
- 4 LUTHER CREST NURSING FACILITY (80) — Luther Crest Nursing Facility shines as a non-profit with a 5★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 80/100. This community-focused facility with 60 beds prioritizes personalized care and support, ensuring residents benefit from a compassionate and dedicated environment.
- 5 CEDAR CREST POST ACUTE (80) — Cedar Crest Post Acute, with a Trust Score of 80/100 and a 4★ CMS rating, provides quality care in a welcoming environment. As a for-profit facility with 166 beds and no fines, it aims to deliver effective rehabilitation services, though it falls slightly short of the highest ratings.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 6 GOOD SHEPHERD HOME RAKER CENTER (70) — Good Shepherd Home Raker Center, a non-profit facility, has a Trust Score of 70/100 and a 3★ CMS rating. While it has no fines and offers a caring environment for its 99 residents, it may not meet the highest standards of care compared to other recommended facilities.
The other 2 Allentown facilities didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $20K.
Recommended
Cedarbrook Senior Care and Rehabilitation stands out with an impressive Trust Score of 93/100 and a perfect 5★ CMS rating, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With 670 beds and no fines, this county-run facility excels in serving the community, ensuring residents receive top-notch rehabilitation services.
Riverton Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center boasts a strong Trust Score of 90/100 and an excellent 5★ CMS rating. As a for-profit facility, it maintains high standards with zero fines, providing quality rehabilitation and healthcare services to its 111 residents, making it a top choice for families.
Jewel Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center offers a solid Trust Score of 80/100 and a 4★ CMS rating, demonstrating its commitment to quality care. With 146 beds and no fines, it provides a reliable rehabilitation experience, although slightly lower than some competitors.
Luther Crest Nursing Facility shines as a non-profit with a 5★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 80/100. This community-focused facility with 60 beds prioritizes personalized care and support, ensuring residents benefit from a compassionate and dedicated environment.
Cedar Crest Post Acute, with a Trust Score of 80/100 and a 4★ CMS rating, provides quality care in a welcoming environment. As a for-profit facility with 166 beds and no fines, it aims to deliver effective rehabilitation services, though it falls slightly short of the highest ratings.
Good Shepherd Home Raker Center, a non-profit facility, has a Trust Score of 70/100 and a 3★ CMS rating. While it has no fines and offers a caring environment for its 99 residents, it may not meet the highest standards of care compared to other recommended facilities.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Emergency Fallback
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Allentown Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.8 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 2?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $20,994
- Low-scoring facilities
- 2 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Allentown Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Allentown's city average is 3.8 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 8 Allentown facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Allentown avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Allentown facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Allentown, PA are recommended?
6 of 8 nursing homes in Allentown (75%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Allentown "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Allentown?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.