Riverton Enhanced Senior Living

    803 N Wahneta St, Allentown, PA 18109
    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living
    • Skilled Nursing

    Warm Effective Family Focused Rehab

    I had a very positive experience - the staff were warm, professional, and genuinely family-focused. Therapy was effective (my mom returned home), communication was clear, and the facility was spotless, modern, and activity-rich. Admissions and aftercare were smooth; I would recommend Riverton for rehab and short-term care.

    Loved one of resident
    Jul 2026

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    Reviews

    4.50·(337)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
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    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      3.9
    • Staff

      4.3
    • Meals

      3.4
    • Amenities

      4.4
    • Value

      3.3

    Pros

    • Friendly, attentive caregiving staff
    • Personalized resident–staff relationships
    • Comprehensive, varied activities program
    • Active, engaged activities director
    • Restaurant-style dining with varied menu
    • Accommodation for dietary restrictions
    • On-site physical and occupational therapy
    • Assistance with laundry, dressing, and hygiene
    • Clean, well-maintained, recently renovated interiors
    • Spacious apartment options with private balconies
    • Common areas and amenities on each floor
    • Concierge-style move-in and ambassador support
    • Low staff turnover and continuity of caregivers

    Cons

    • Inconsistent staffing levels
    • Delays in responding to call buttons and assistance requests
    • Variability in clinical oversight and care quality
    • Higher pricing and additional fees
    • Service variability following ownership/management changes
    • Occasional wait times for services and admissions
    • Resident name-recognition and identification lapses
    • Limited media refresh for programming

    Summary of reviews

    Riverton Enhanced Senior Living presents as a well-appointed, hospitality-oriented senior community with many strengths in staffing, amenities, dining, and programming. Reviewers consistently describe a bright, recently renovated environment with clean common areas, spacious apartment options (many with balconies), and hotel-like finishes. The facility offers on-site therapy services, a full activity calendar, dining in a restaurant-style dining room, and assistance with activities of daily living such as laundry and dressing. Move-in processes and initial orientation are frequently described as smooth and supported by ambassador-style staff and concierge assistance.

    Staff and care receive mixed-but-leaning-positive assessments. Numerous families and residents praise friendly, personable caregivers who learn residents’ preferences and provide individualized attention. Low staff turnover and continuity are cited as contributors to strong resident–staff relationships. At the same time, reviews contain recurring operational concerns: inconsistent staffing coverage, delays in responding to assistance requests (including call-button response times), and variability in clinical oversight. These patterns suggest that while day-to-day interactions are often warm and attentive, the facility’s ability to deliver consistently timely clinical responses may fluctuate, and prospective families should assess current staffing and clinical oversight during a visit.

    Dining and therapy services are commonly cited as strengths. The menu is described as varied and restaurant-like, with accommodating options for dietary restrictions and flexible portions. On-site physical and occupational therapy is available, and families noted continuity of rehab services during transitions. Pricing is frequently characterized as on the higher side, with extras that some families feel add value; cost-conscious families should account for base rates plus ancillary charges when comparing options.

    Activities and amenities are a notable selling point. The community supports a broad program of exercise classes, arts and crafts, games, excursions, and social events, often led by an enthusiastic activities director. Facilities include a gym, beauty/barber services, common areas on each floor, and social spaces that support resident engagement. A few comments describe the need for periodic program refreshes (for example, updated movie selections), but overall activity engagement is strong.

    Management and operational themes are mixed. Many reviews applaud clear communication, outreach emails, and helpful admission staff during move-in. However, some reviewers noted variability in service quality following ownership or management transitions and the pandemic, producing occasional lapses in responsiveness or perceived declines in certain clinical practices. Given these patterns, prospective residents and families should meet with nursing leadership, inquire about current staffing ratios and response-time metrics, and tour during different times of day to evaluate consistency.

    In summary, Riverton appears well suited to prospective residents who prioritize an active social program, attractive living spaces, and a hospitality-oriented dining experience, with the expectation of personalized interactions from caregiving staff. Families concerned about higher acuity medical needs or who prioritize guaranteed rapid clinical responsiveness should verify current staffing, clinical oversight, and response protocols during an in-person visit.

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    Medicare Ratings

    5·/ 5
    • Overall

    • Health Inspection

    • Staffing

    • Quality Measures

    Ratings from the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (Care Compare). View on Medicare.gov

    Location

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    Riverton Enhanced Senior Living is located at 803 N Wahneta St, Allentown, PA, 18109.

    About Riverton Enhanced Senior Living

    Riverton Enhanced Senior Living sits as a community where seniors find assisted living, independent living, memory care, respite care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation all in one red-brick building, and these folks keep things pretty simple by offering one-bedroom and two-bedroom units that are roomy and bright with full-size kitchens, large closets, private patios or balconies, emergency pull cords, and walk-in showers, plus most apartments catch lots of natural light and even give a bit of a view, so when someone moves in, they'll find all the basics like chef-prepared meals, daily housekeeping, weekly laundry, private parking, basic cable, internet, and transportation within ten miles bundled right into the rent, and there's always somebody around since staff and nurses stay on site 24/7, making sure residents are safe, comfortable, and don't have to worry about emergencies, medication, or getting to a doctor, because visiting physicians and on-site therapy services cover regular checkups, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy, so folks don't need to leave for most of their care. Families will notice Riverton offers a blend of independence and support, where independent living lets active seniors keep their privacy and enjoy maintenance-free apartments, while assisted living uses communal areas and staff to help with daily tasks like bathing or dressing but doesn't take away anyone's independence, and the memory care side, called Journeys Memory Care, is built for people dealing with memory loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, using safe spaces and personal care plans to make life less confusing. There's a rehab center right on site for post-surgery or restorative needs, and short stays are possible through a two-week to 60-day respite care program that starts at $150 per day, which helps families when their loved one needs extra support or just a break. Amenities are good and straightforward, since there's a restaurant-style dining area, a bistro, a movie room, shuffleboard, an indoor putting green, a pool table, gardens, walking trails, a reading space, a gaming area, conference and private dining rooms, an on-site hair salon, and even reserved parking. For folks with pets, they'll find Riverton is pet-friendly, and the calendar always has some educational, fitness, or social activity like classes, games, or group walks; there's even programs like Family Matters and LifeLoop to help residents and families keep in touch and stay active in the community. Riverton Enhanced Senior Living has about 67 apartments and is family owned and operated, putting extra effort into making things feel warm and homey while meeting a high medical care standard using things like advanced safety technology, emergency pendants, and on-site clinical care, including specialized programs like Urgent SNF™ for fast skilled nursing help, care navigation™ to coordinate services, and subacute rehab and OrthWIN rehab for people working to regain strength. The community encourages aging in place, which means folks don't need to move again as their care needs change, and they can expect things to be pretty clear and up front about costs, since pricing is all-inclusive. The goal at Riverton is to help every resident stay healthy and independent for as long as possible, with services in place to make life easier, more comfortable, and less complicated, whether someone needs a little help or full medical support.

    People often ask...

    Riverton Enhanced Senior Living offers independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing.

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    The full address for this community is 803 N Wahneta St, Allentown, PA 18109.

    No, Riverton Enhanced Senior Living does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

    Safety & Compliance

    In Pennsylvania, the Department of Human Services licenses personal care homes and assisted living residences and publishes its licensing inspection summaries.

    License number230440
    Facility typeFull
    License classLicensed
    Capacity90 residents
    LicenseeRIVERTON OPERATOR LLC
    Care servedPersonal Care Homes
    EffectiveJanuary 24th, 2026
    ExpiresJanuary 24th, 2027
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    Inspection Reports

    14

    Reports

    0

    Type A Citations

    1

    Type B Citations

    0

    Complaints

    4

    Years

    22 Apr 2026Inspection
    Found a deficiency related to late refunds of resident funds and delay in providing an itemized account after discharge.
    • 2600Resident's Funds and 30-day Refund
    12 Feb 2026Inspection
    Found multiple deficiencies related to fire safety, storage of cleaning products, sleeping-hour fire drills, medication storage and administration, and recordkeeping.
    • 2600.105.gLint Removal and Duct Cleaning
    • 2600.125.aCombustible Storage
    • 2600.132.eFire Drill Sleeping Hours
    • 2600.183.eStoring Medications
    • 2600.185.aImplement Storage Procedures
    • 2600.190.cRecord of Training
    • 2600.225.cAdditional Assessment
    30 Jul 2025Inspection
    Found a medication administration error where prescribed medications were not administered as directed.
    • 2600.187.dFollow Prescriber's Orders
    15 Aug 2024Inspection
    Investigated licensing actions and found no deficiencies.
    01 Jul 2024Inspection
    Found no deficiencies after the on-site inspection.
    29 May 2024Inspection
    Identified and cited deficiencies in resident rights, emergency staffing and evacuation procedures, smoking policy, and documentation of resident supports.
    • 2600.42cTreatment of Residents
    • 2600.60aStaff/Support Plan
    • 2600.132hDesignated Meeting Place
    • 2600.144cSmoking Area Guidelines
    • 2600.227dSupport Plan Medical/Dental
    08 Feb 2024Inspection
    Identified multiple deficiencies across governance, staffing, sanitation, pest control, medical evaluations, medication administration, and care planning.
    • 2600Quality Management Plan
    • 2600Direct care staff qualifications
    • 2600Initial direct care training
    • 2600Sanitary conditions
    • 2600Infestation
    • 2600Lint removal and duct cleaning
    • 2600Safety Inspection/Fire Drill
    • 2600Medical Evaluation Information
    • 2600Prescription Medication
    • 2600Meds Labeled
    • 2600Medication Record
    • 2600Follow Prescriber's Orders
    • 2600Support Plan Medical/Dental
    • 2600Standardized Forms
    29 Jan 2024Inspection
    Found no deficiencies and no regulatory citations were identified.
    23 Oct 2023Inspection
    Found no deficiencies cited. This indicates overall compliance.
    30 Aug 2023Inspection
    Identified a deficiency due to lack of overnight staff trained to pass medications, leaving no one available to administer medications during late-night hours.
    • Type B182.bPrescription medication administration—overnight staffing
    02 Mar 2023Inspection
    Found no deficiencies.
    24 Jan 2023Inspection
    Identified deficiencies related to confidential records, annual medical evaluations, and multiple aspects of medication management, including labeling, storage, and adherence to orders.
    • 2600.17Record Confidentiality
    • 2600.141.b.1Annual Medical Evaluation
    • 2600.183.dPrescription Current
    • 2600.184.aResident's Meds Labeled
    • 2600.185.aImplement Storage Procedures
    • 2600.187.aMedication Record
    • 2600.187.dFollow Prescriber's Orders
    • 2600.227.dSupport Plan Medical/Dental
    13 Dec 2022Inspection
    Identified that an annual or additional assessment was not completed for a resident.
    • 225.cAdditional Assessment
    06 May 2022Inspection
    Identified multiple deficiencies in safety, medical administration, and recordkeeping.
    • 2600Bed Hold Charges
    • 2600Bathroom Ventilation
    • 2600Exit Signs
    • 2600Medical Evaluation Information
    • 2600First Aid Kit
    • 2600Safe Storage of Medications and Medical Equipment
    • 2600Change in Medications
    • 2600Medication Record
    • 2600Support Plan Medical/Dental
    • 2600Record Content

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