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Senior Helpers of the Lehigh Valley, PA, Comforcare Home Care of Lansdale, PA and Options Home Care of Wayne PA are the top home care agencies in Allentown, Pennsylvania, offering professional and compassionate in-home support to help seniors remain safe and independent. With 695 home care agencies in the area, families can choose from a variety of care options to fit their loved one’s needs. On average, home care in Allentown costs $31 per hour.

Allentown also provides senior-friendly community resources, including transportation services, caregiver respite programs, legal aid, and nutrition support, to help older adults successfully age in place.

Home Care Agencies near Allentown, PA

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I have been utilizing the services of PCH-Montclair for the care of my parents since 2012. We initially began daytime care and presently have 24 hour live-in care. [name removed] is a very “hands on” owner...
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Thank you for your interest in Preferred Care at Home of Bergen, Essex and Morris Counties. We are honored to be helping seniors celebrate life by giving that extra care needed to maintain independence and dignity in the comfort and security of home.We Care for Those You Care About Asking for...
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I did contact them and they are now providing home health care for Mom. We are very satisfied with the service and would recommend them to others.
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Senior Helpers Lansdale, PA specializes in providing dependable and affordable home care to our senior citizens in Central Bucks & Montgomery county PA.Our home care services are designed to allow our clients to live independently at home for as long as possible, while assisting the...
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I'd rate them as good. Some helpers are more skilled then others. It would be easier to judge this over a longer period of time. If you need substantial care, definitely ask for someone with strength as...
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
We Specialize in Providing Dependable and Affordable Home Care Our home care services are designed to allow our clients to live independently at home for as long as possible, while assisting the family with the care giving needs. To ensure the best client care, we focus on the following...
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I think the service was very helpful. We found a great woman to help my sister in New Jersey who is experiencing rapid neurological deterioration for unknown reasons. The support she is getting from the...
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We Are Comfort Keepers™ Our Family Is Here To Give Comfort To Your Family. Nothing is more important than helping people live independent and dignified lives within the comfort of their own homes. Comfort Keepers is dedicated to providing the kind of in-home care that helps to enrich the lives of...
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Reliance performed a important service for me. Their Home Health Aides are efficient and kind. All I can say in conclusion that their service is A1.
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Reliance Home Health Care has 24 years of experience serving Philadelphia, Montgomery, Delaware, Bucks and Chester Counties. Located in Ardmore, PA, our expertise is in Compassionate Pairing. We focus on compatibility in all facets of the home care experience based on client health needs,...
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The Home Care Assistance Agency has been very nice so far. The administrative staff has been very nice. The service they provide is great, I really like the fact their employees drive. We have found that to...
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Home Care Assistance, Plainsboro's leading provider of in-home senior care, provides premier care at home. Founded by a Certified Geriatric Care Manager and PhD Clinical Psychologist, Home Care Assistance rigorously screens and trains caregivers in its exclusive Balanced Care Method™. This Method...
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It has been a transition for my parents since my father started to receive home care services from this agency, The care givers have been great for the most part. Overall I'am satisfied with the services....
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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I am the sister of [name removed] a patient that Home Helpers served from 9-3-15 until her death on 9-11-15. She had a few caregivers during that time but the angel who made this difficult and sad time...
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Homecare Inc. is a family owned and operated business that started in the Spring of 2007.   The Digneo Family has been active within the South Philadelphia community for over fifty years.  Since establishing our roots in the area, our finger has been on the pulse of what is...
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
SYNERGY HomeCare is a state licensed non-medical home care agency providing services to people of all ages. From providing care in the comfort of your home or extra help with you loved one at a personal care or nursing facility we're focused on the well-being, comfort, and peace of mind of our...
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We Are Comfort Keepers™ Our Family Is Here To Give Comfort To Your Family. Nothing is more important than helping people to live, independent and dignified lives within the comfort of their own homes. Comfort Keepers has been dedicated to providing the kind of non-medical in-home care that helps...
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They are trying to get us a consistent caregiver, but it hasn't been the same all the time. They have assigned us the same people to us, but we have run into vacation times. There were some issues with...
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Interim HealthCare is the nation's oldest leading home care and medical staffing company. Founded in 1966, there are more than 300 locations nationwide with approximately 75,000 health care workers.Through our trained health care professionals, we provide a broad array of home care services...
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We've been using LifeForce for 2 months now. Positives: cost, accessibility, easy billing, and most importantly very compassionate care givers. Could be improved: communication with agency/proactive check...
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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Everyone there is so helpful, they do a great job trying to work around the appointment that I have and time for myself. I think my wife enjoys seeing new faces around the house.I have a tough feeding her...
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
GRISWOLD SPECIAL CAREThe World’s Oldest Multinational Non-medical Homecare CompanyTrusted Homecare at Affordable RatesGRISWOLD SPECIAL CARE refers Caregivers who provide companionship, homemaking, and personal care services for people who:? Need help with daily living ? Are alone or at risk? Have...
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Home Instead has improved our daily lives. The helpers they have sent to help our family were very well trained, kind, patient, knowledgeable, and ambitious. We came to think of them as family. Brittany was...
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Home Instead Senior Care enables the elderly to live independently. It’s at home where quality of life is enhanced without the stress of interrupted routines and changes in daily habits. Our non-medical CAREGivers provide one-on-one support and interaction that reduce feelings of isolation and...
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We would recommend the Brightstar Care home services to other families.
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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home health aides. aimed at independence. help with laundry, read book, meals, physical therapy. 25 an hour, 4 hours.
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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Dad receives caregiving services at home.
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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I would give each category a 5. We are very happy with the service Senior Helpers has provided. In particular, they have been very reliable and the caregivers have been very attentive and friendly. In May,...
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Senior Helpers has proudly serviced senior residents in Southeastern PA since 2007 and is available to assist in the home from 1 hour to 24 hours a day.Senior Helpers provides non-medical companion and personal care services that enable our local seniors to remain in the comfort and familiarity...
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Yes, I'd recommend. My parents loved the aide! There was some confusion/miscommunication a few times. Aide was only there a few hours a few days a week. It was expensive, but worth it, exactly when they...
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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We went with All About You because of their quick response time in the beginning and they had the coverage that we needed for the schedule we had. All of the caregivers that we had were super nice and I...
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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Although we are no longer using their services it was good while it lasted. The caregivers were very helpful although they didn't have to do much. If we needed to utilize home care again we will definitely...
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
GRISWOLD SPECIAL CARE The World’s Oldest Multinational Non-medical Homecare Company Trusted Homecare at Affordable Rates GRISWOLD SPECIAL CARE refers Caregivers who provide companionship, homemaking, and personal care services for people who:? Need help with daily living ? Are alone or at risk?...
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Neighborly Home Care, from my first initial phone call to now has been nothing short of exceptional. 4 Years ago I needed care for my mom, especially in the midst of the pandemic, and I was fortunate...
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Neighborly Home Care provides a comprehensive range of personal care services to assist seniors or anyone who needs help with activities of daily living, in their home or residence. We understand that maintaining your freedom and independence is a priority and it is our goal to help with the some...
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This is a great in home service for good care. The staff was able to assist me with getting what i needed for my mom. The caretaker was friendly and very helpful for the many needs for my mom. We like that...
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Towne Nursing has been providing supplemental staffing for long term care facilities for over 19 years in the tri state area. Recognizing the need for care in the home setting our services have expanded to include quality home care in the New Jersey region. We are CAHC accredited, and bring...
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Right from the beginning it seemed like we had picked the right company. Owner, [Name removed], spoke with me and then later visited my mother, and we were very impressed with his professionalism and...
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Right at Home helps seniors and disabled adults remain in the comfort of their own home. If you or a family member needs assistance with routine daily activities, Right at Home is the helping hand you seek. Our trained, bonded and insured caregivers provide in-home supportive care lasting from a...

How much does home care cost in Allentown, Pennsylvania?

The average cost of home care in Allentown is $31 per hour, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data.[01] This is comparable to the national average of $32 per hour. Allentown’s overall cost of living is slightly above the national average, which helps families stretch their care budgets.[02]

Families often schedule part-time home care — about 20 hours each week — which costs approximately $2,676 per month. Seniors who require more consistent help may need a full-time schedule of around 44 hours per week, which costs about $5,886 per month, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data.

If your loved one requires constant assistance, it may be helpful to compare home care rates with the costs of a nursing home or assisted living or memory care communities in the area.

Average home care costs in Allentown, PA

Average hourly rate
$31/hr
Average overnight rate
$35/hr
Average weekend rate
$35/hr

Home care costs vs. senior living costs in Allentown, PA

44 hours of home care/wk
$5,886/mo
$6,802/mo

Home care costs in Allentown vs. state and national averages

Daily, monthly, and annual costs in the table below are based on a part-time care schedule of 4 hours of care per day, 5 days per week.
Cost comparison table showing home care costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 5 columns.
Column location: Location (Location name)
Column hourlyCost: Hourly cost (Cost per hour)
Column dailyCost: Daily cost (Cost per day (4 hours))
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LocationHourly costDaily costMonthly costAnnual cost
Allentown, PA$31$124$2,685$32,240
Pennsylvania$31$124$2,685$32,240
National$32$128$2,771$33,280
Allentown, PA
Hourly cost:$31
Daily cost:$124
Monthly cost:$2,685
Annual cost:$32,240
Pennsylvania
Hourly cost:$31
Daily cost:$124
Monthly cost:$2,685
Annual cost:$32,240
National
Hourly cost:$32
Daily cost:$128
Monthly cost:$2,771
Annual cost:$33,280
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How to pay for home care in Allentown

Families in Allentown typically use a mix of personal savings, insurance, and public benefits to pay for home care services.

Private pay options

Families commonly use:

  • Savings and retirement income. Pensions, Social Security, and retirement accounts are common funding sources.
  • Long-term care insurance. Policies may cover some or all in-home care costs.
  • Life insurance. Certain policies can be converted or sold for cash to pay for care.
  • Home equity. A reverse mortgage or home equity line of credit (HELOC) can provide additional funds.

Medicare

Medicare may cover home health care on a short-term basis if it’s prescribed by a doctor and medically necessary. Covered services may include:[03]

  • Skilled nursing care
  • Physical, speech, or occupational therapy
  • Medical equipment and certain supplies

However, Medicare doesn’t pay for nonmedical, ongoing home care services such as personal care or housekeeping unless paired with skilled services.

Medicare resources in Allentown

For unbiased information about Medicare benefits, seniors in Lehigh County can contact the state’s PA Medi program, which operates a hotline and offers in-person educational sessions.

  • PA Medi
    • 1633 Elm Street
    • Phone: 610-437-3700

For general questions about Medicare, visit Medicare.gov.

Medicaid

Pennsylvania Medicaid will cover home care services for eligible residents through the Community Health Choices program and the Living Independence for the Elderly (LIFE) program.[04,05] These programs may cover:

  • Personal care
  • Homemaker services
  • Skilled nursing care
  • Adult day health care
  • Respite services

Medicaid resources in Allentown, PA

Seniors in Allentown can apply for Pennsylvania Medicaid using the COMPASS website. For help with applications, contact the PA Medi program listed above.

VA benefits

Veterans and surviving spouses in Allentown may qualify for VA benefits to help with home care:

  • Aid and Attendance (A&A). The Aid and Attendance benefit provides additional monthly payments to eligible wartime veterans and surviving spouses who receive a VA pension and require assistance with daily activities.[06] These funds can be used to pay for in-home care services. To apply, visit VA.gov to download Form 21-2680. The completed form can be uploaded online, mailed, or submitted in person at the regional benefits office in Philadelphia.
  • Homemaker and Home Health Aide Care. This VA program offers trained professionals to help veterans with daily personal care needs such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation, allowing them to remain at home. Services are ordered by a VA health care provider and arranged through the local VA medical center. To apply, contact a VA social worker in Pennsylvania for next steps.[07]

Veteran Directed Care (VDC). The VDC program gives eligible veterans control to manage their own care services, including the ability to hire personal care aides and support to tailor services to their individual needs. Enrollment is coordinated through the local VA medical center’s social work department.[08]

Resources for veterans in Allentown

Veterans in Allentown, and their families, can contact the following organizations for help with VA benefits.

Resources in Allentown that help seniors age in place

Local programs and organizations provide services that help Allentown seniors live independently.

  • Lehigh County Aging and Adult Services
    • The county operates senior centers and provides caregiver support, case management, financial assistance, and other benefits to local residents.
    • Phone: 610-782-3034
  • LANtaVan
    • The LANtaVan in Lehigh Valley provides paratransit and shared-ride services for seniors.
    • Phone: 888-253-8333

Home care laws and regulations in Pennsylvania

In Pennsylvania, home care and home health care agencies are regulated by the state’s Department of Health. Regulations are in place to ensure safe, ethical, and professional care.

Licensing and accreditation

Home care agencies that provide nonmedical care, and home health care agencies that provide skilled nursing services, must be licensed in the state of Pennsylvania through the state’s Department of Health. These agencies must meet strict standards for staffing and operations. Accreditation from organizations such as the Joint Commission or CHAP is optional in Pennsylvania.

Hiring practices

Licensed home care agencies in Pennsylvania are required to:[09]

  • Perform criminal background checks for caregivers
  • Provide caregiver training and continuing education
  • Document services and ensure proper supervision

These requirements help protect seniors and promote quality care across the state.

How to choose the right home care agency in Allentown

Request detailed pricing information

Ask agencies to share a written breakdown of their rates, including hourly fees, minimum hours, and extra charges for weekends or holidays.

Ask about caregiver training and expertise

Confirm that caregivers have training in dementia care, mobility support, or chronic illness management, depending on your loved one’s needs.

Verify licensing and inspection history

Families can review licensing and inspection information through the Pennsylvania Department of Health’s database.

Read home care reviews

Reviews from other Allentown families can help you evaluate an agency’s reliability, communication, and quality of care.

Frequently asked questions about home care in Allentown

Senior Helpers of the Lehigh Valley, PA, Comforcare Home Care of Lansdale, PA and Options Home Care of Wayne PA are the top-rated Home Care facilities near Allentown, PA. These Home Care facilities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews. See full list of communities.
The average cost of Home Care in Allentown is $5,886 per month. This cost may vary based on location, amenities, floorplan, level of care and other factors.
Home care is provided by an aide who comes to a senior’s home to help with daily chores and activities of daily living. It can be offered anywhere a senior calls home — including a house, senior apartment, independent living, or assisted living. Learn more about home care.
Home care services are customizable to a senior’s unique needs. Services can include companionship, help with chores like cooking and housekeeping, or assistance with activities of daily living, like toileting and bathing. Explore home care services in more detail.
Home care provides nonmedical services for seniors who require assistance with daily tasks like housework, bathing, dressing, and transportation. In contrast, home health care is prescribed by a doctor and includes services like skilled nursing care and therapies, health monitoring, and medication administration that are provided by licensed medical professionals. Read more about home care vs. home health care.
Most agencies help with personal care, meal prep, light housekeeping, companionship, and transportation. Some also provide skilled nursing.
Yes. Many agencies offer flexible part-time or hourly care arrangements.
Yes. Several local agencies provide round-the-clock assistance with either live-in or rotating caregivers.
Yes. Some agencies have bilingual staff, including Spanish- and German-speaking caregivers, to support the region’s diverse community.

References

  1. A Place for Mom. (2025). A Place for Mom proprietary data.

  2. Payscale. (2024). Cost of living in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

  3. U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Home health services. Medicare.gov.

  4. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Human Services. Living Independence for the Elderly (LIFE).

  5. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Human Services. Community HealthChoices.

  6. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. (2024, July 18). Aid and Attendance benefits and Housebound allowance.

  7. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. (2025, May 30). Homemaker and home health aide care.

  8. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. (2025, June 2). Veteran-directed care.

  9. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Health. Rules and regulations for home health care agencies.

  10. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Home care agencies regulations.

  11. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Home health agencies.

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