The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in East Stroudsburg, PA

Spring Village at Pocono is an all-inclusive community of 55-and-over seniors with a low resident-to-staff ratio of 10:1. Physical therapy and skilled nursing services are provided by an on-staff registered nurse and other trained technicians. The community offers luxurious assisted living in private and shared studio apartments, with companion suites available. Shared spaces at Spring Village include a beauty salon and barbershop, party space and garden/patio area outdoors. Activities are organized by residents and staff and include lectures from visiting speakers, discussion groups, music classes, arts and crafts and yoga and cooking classes.

Grace Park offers assisted living and memory care services for residents who have their choice between studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments. Companion suites and detached cottages are also options for seniors who need the extra space. The dining room is open for three chef-prepared meals a day plus snacks, though apartments all have their own kitchens or kitchenettes. We chose this one for our top 10 list because the staff at Grace Park has training in memory care, and staff members oversee community activities designed to promote mental alertness.

Gluco Lodge Personal Care Home is a comfortable 55+ community with assisted living, hospice and respite care services for residents. A party space and TV room help the time pass when residents get together, while basic cable and internet in rooms are there for residents when they get home. Outdoor areas include a garden and patio, walking paths and a luxurious spa. VA benefits consultation is provided for residents who need help accessing financing.

The Chandler Estate maintains a lavishly manicured and landscaped property with lawn care, snow removal, gardening and maintenance on demand. Utilities are included for residents, as are basic cable and a landline phone in the apartment. The Chandler Estate community organizes off-site trips for residents that include special events and a weekly trip to the grocery store, which earn it a spot in our top 10. The kitchen prepares three meals a day plus snacks that are served in the dining room.

The 60 residents who call Renaissance Home Northampton home have a lot of activities to keep them occupied. Facility staff organizes off-site activities that include trips to the cinema, nearby theater and shopping for personal needs. Festivals and picnics are also planned for days when the weather is good. On-site, residents are encouraged to participate in gardening and horticulture classes, cooking lessons and exercise clubs. Renaissance Home Northampton offers a skill of the month class for seniors who want to try something new.

Moravian Hall Square provides specialty medical services for residents, including dental appointments, lab work, podiatry, audiology and diagnostic testing, as well as physical, occupational and speech therapy. Transportation, housekeeping, linen and laundry services are all provided for residents, as are classes in gardening and crafts. Moravian Hall Square has a resident choir and its own billiards team. Outdoor patios are lined with well-tended gardens, and paved walking trails snake through the area surrounded by natural beauty and are accessible for seniors with limited mobility.

Alexandria Manor offers luxurious studio apartments and companion suites for its close community of fewer than 40 residents. Rooms are wired for basic cable, and the community organizes live entertainment events from time to time. VA benefits and financial consulting are available, including home sale assistance and financial aid for those who need it. Alexandria Manor has a doctor on-site, and the community provides lab work, X-rays and physical and occupational therapy for residents with medical needs.

Bentley Commons at Paragon Village is a luxurious full-service assisted living community that offers daily housekeeping and weekly laundry and linen service for its residents. Concierge services are provided at the front desk, and scheduled transportation to local points of interest is provided free of additional charge. Bentley Commons residents are supported with individualized care plans and regular health assessments. Medication management and support groups are available. Apartment floorplans include studio, one- and two-bedroom units.

House of the Good Shepherd is an all-inclusive care community located on the edge of the scenic Stephens State Park, which has senior-friendly hiking trails and outdoor recreation areas. Residents can choose between studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments with in-room kitchens and kitchenettes. Room service is available for meals from the shared dining hall. Wi-Fi is available throughout the community, and the coffee shop, TV room and spa make great places for residents to gather and socialize.

Saucon Valley Manor offers companion suites, in addition to several studio and one-bedroom floorplans. Individual units all have their own kitchens, though shared meals are served three times daily in the dining room. A TV room and party space are available for residents' use, and nearby hiking trails are great for outdoor exercise. Residents of Saucon Valley Manor are issued with a personal emergency call system in case of trouble, and off-site escort services are provided by staff. On-site, residents can get relaxing massage therapy from a trained professional.