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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Lehigh County, PA

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The cost of independent living in Lehigh County is about $3,659 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 11 options. Read 173 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Photo of Traditions of HanoverCommunity card badge
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33 Floor plans available
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The staff are wonderful! They are very attentive, and I can always depend on them for whatever I need. I have enjoyed all the activities such as the card games, painting, drawing and Bingo. I also like the...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Opportunity and choice are what Traditions of Hanover brings to seniors in the Lehigh Valley. Traditions of Hanover provides opportunity for seniors who might not be able to afford a retirement community because of its financial structure. Traditions features no entrance fees and a month to month...
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Perfect place for anyone looking for a combination of safety and companionship. Staff are always helpful friendly professional. 24/7 peace of mind knowing that mom has someone to help her say or night.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Whitehall Manor opened its doors to its first residents in Fall 1998. Our local owners are personally committed to providing the quality of care that is surpassed in the industry. Our organized healthcare service team brings to you many years of experience in all aspects of healthcare and...
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88 Floor plans available
9.4
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The apartments are very roomy and they have lots of storage space. And the balcony is an added bonus. According to my sister-in-law, who is a new resident, the food could be better. And they need to improve...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Riverton Enhanced Senior Living is a Continuing Care Retirement Community located just ten minutes from historic Bethlehem on the Bethlehem/Allentown border. Just minutes from local shopping centers and accessible public transportation, our location is convenient and within close proximity to the...
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It has been wonderful. The staff is great and so easy to work with. Mom is really happy and her apartment is beautiful! I didn't know that she had already toured the facility and was looking at their...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The staff here at Renaissance Home Northampton are highly qualified and are dedicated to providing the best care and assistance that our residents could ask for. We are focused on helping residents to maintain their freedom and independence as much as they would like and need. Our staff can also...
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Since moving my Dad to Country Meadows of Allentown, we have seen his health improve through their kind and compassionate care. The Connections Memory Support area focuses on comprehensive care and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Turn Retirement Dreams into a RealityLocated in heart of Pennsylvania’s Lehigh Valley is a community filled with activity and connections, providing countless ways to lead a healthy, fulfilling lifestyle. Life at our community offers generous opportunities to enjoy friendships, improve your...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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The care provided for my loved one at Sacred Heart Senior Living by the Creek has been exceptional. The staff is very friendly and take good care of her needs. The atmosphere is really homey and warm. I have...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to Chestnut Ridge at Rodale! Cultivated by Phoebe, this 60+ retirement community in Emmaus combines luxury and optimal wellness with Phoebe’s long-standing legacy of serving seniors.Through innovation and imagination, this wellness-focused lifestyle community offers spacious and open...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Buehrle Center is a senior living community centrally located in Topton, PA amongst the rolling hills of northeastern Berks County. Our vibrant community is close to both Allentown and Reading and just an easy drive to Philadelphia or New York City. With five colleges in the region and many...

Cost of independent living in Lehigh County, PA

The average cost of senior living in Lehigh County is $3,659 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Slatington, PA with an average of $3,559 per month.

Independent living costs in Lehigh County, PA, vs. nearby counties

Lehigh County, PA
$3,659/mo
$3,606/mo
$3,679/mo

Independent living costs in Lehigh County, PA, vs. state and national averages

Lehigh County, PA
$3,659/mo
U.S. national average
$4,167/mo

Independent living costs in Lehigh County, PA, vs. other senior living options

$5,559/mo
Independent Living
$3,659/mo

Independent living costs in Lehigh County, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,439/mo
Studio
$3,707/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,088/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,713/mo

Senior living costs in Lehigh County 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: Lehigh County, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLehigh County, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Independent Living$3,659/mo$4,353/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living$4,257/mo$4,440/mo$4,835/mo
Memory Care$5,559/mo$5,443/mo$5,614/mo
Independent Living
Lehigh County, PA:$3,659/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,353/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Lehigh County, PA:$4,257/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,440/mo
U.S.:$4,835/mo
Memory Care
Lehigh County, PA:$5,559/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,443/mo
U.S.:$5,614/mo
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Independent living costs in Lehigh County, PA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Lehigh County 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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Independent living cost trends in Lehigh County, PA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Lehigh County 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
Lehigh County, PA$2,598/mo$5,600/mo-53.6%
Pennsylvania$3,011/mo$2,947/mo+2.2%
National$2,857/mo$2,798/mo+2.1%
Lehigh County, PA
2024 average cost:$2,598/mo
2023 average cost:$5,600/mo
Percent change:-53.6%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$3,011/mo
2023 average cost:$2,947/mo
Percent change:+2.2%
National
2024 average cost:$2,857/mo
2023 average cost:$2,798/mo
Percent change:+2.1%
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What families are saying about independent living in Lehigh County

Recent reviews for independent living in Lehigh County

Country Meadows of Allentown

5.0
I’m so happy we’ve found a home away from home for my mother. She loves the care, activities, and atmosphere at Country Meadows. Each resident and their family members are treated like family. The creative programming focuses on the diversity of their clientele. Thanks for everything.

Riverton Enhanced Senior Living in Allentown, PA

3.6
Everyone seems happy with activity offerings

Keystone Villa at Fleetwood in Blandon, PA

5.0
I visited 5 different facilities in my search for the right place for me. Everyone on the staff with whom I interacted, seemed focused. They were knowledgeable about their facility, they were interested in what I felt I need to know, and they shared their thoughts about the facility. Keystone is ...
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Lehigh County independent living services and amenities

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

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lehigh County independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Lehigh County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lehigh County, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
70%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
70%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Lehigh County independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Lehigh County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lehigh County, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
60%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
70%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
70%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lehigh County independent 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 independent living communities in Lehigh County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lehigh County, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
70%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
70%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
60%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
70%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
70%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
70%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
70%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
70%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
50%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
70%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Traditions of Hanover, Whitehall Manor and Riverton Enhanced Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lehigh County, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 11 independent living facilities near Lehigh County, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania are Traditions of Hanover, Keystone Villa at Fleetwood and Arbour Square. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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