Moravian Hall Square

    175 W North St, Nazareth, PA 18064
    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care
    • Skilled Nursing

    Caring professional community, beautiful grounds

    I live at Moravian Hall Square and have been very pleased - the staff are consistently caring, professional, and responsive, the facility and grounds are beautiful and meticulously maintained, and the on-site dining, therapy, activities, and amenities make it feel like home. Maintenance and medical support are timely, which eased my family's stress during transitions and recovery. It's a top-quality, family-like community with premium pricing, but overall I recommend it.

    Current/former resident
    Jul 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    4.31·(67)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      3.9
    • Staff

      4.0
    • Meals

      4.6
    • Amenities

      4.4
    • Value

      1.3

    Pros

    • Compassionate, professional nursing staff
    • Engaging activity and fitness programming
    • Upscale, varied dining options
    • Well-maintained grounds and modern rooms
    • Strong long-term care continuity and social environment
    • On-site rehabilitation and physical therapy services
    • On-site medical oversight and around-the-clock nursing
    • Supportive move-in and transition assistance
    • Multiple on-site amenities (beauty shop, gift shop, café, restaurants)
    • Timely maintenance and facility responsiveness
    • Transportation services
    • Private/single-room availability
    • Active independent-living community
    • High-quality geriatric and nursing care
    • Family-like atmosphere and resident engagement
    • Clean and spacious interiors
    • Comprehensive spectrum of senior services
    • Respectful and dignified staff–resident interactions

    Cons

    • Inconsistent staffing levels and high staff turnover
    • Gaps in dementia-specific training and care capability
    • Communication gaps between staff and families
    • Inadequate medication follow-up and clinical handoff processes
    • Weak hospital-transfer coordination and unclear transfer policies
    • Variable quality of short-term rehabilitation services
    • Workplace-culture issues affecting staff morale
    • Property-security and personal-item tracking weaknesses
    • Construction-related air-quality and disruption management
    • High cost of care and housing
    • Allegations of discriminatory conduct and concerns about equitable treatment

    Summary of reviews

    Overall impression: Reviewers convey a largely positive view of the community’s environment and many elements of daily life, while also describing operational inconsistencies that prospective families should evaluate. Strengths repeatedly mentioned include an engaged, compassionate caregiving staff, a broad continuum of services from independent living to skilled nursing, and plentiful amenities that support an active lifestyle. At the same time, several families noted episodic shortfalls in clinical coordination and staffing that affected particular stays.

    Care and clinical services: Many families praised attentive nursing, geriatric expertise, on-site medical oversight and around-the-clock care for long-term residents. On-site rehabilitation and physical-therapy services are available and valued by families who experienced successful recoveries. However, there are patterns of concern around the consistency of clinical follow-through: medication follow-up, handoffs during care transitions, and the quality of short-term rehab stays were described as variable. Families with members who have advanced dementia described gaps in staff capability and programing specific to cognitive impairment; those needs may require detailed pre-move assessment and discussion with clinical leadership.

    Staff and workplace environment: Staff kindness, individualized attention and meaningful resident engagement are commonly highlighted strengths. Reviewers credit front-line employees for fostering dignity and a family-like atmosphere. Counterbalancing those positives are indications of staffing instability—high turnover, short-staffed shifts, and low pay—that can affect continuity. Several comments referenced problematic workplace dynamics and concerns about discriminatory or hostile interactions; these issues were described as affecting morale and, in some instances, the consistency of care.

    Dining, activities and amenities: Dining is consistently praised—several reviewers used terms such as upscale, varied and restaurant-style, with named kitchens and themed options. The community offers many on-site amenities (café, beauty shop, gift shop, multiple restaurants), regular fitness classes, scheduled social programming, and transportation for off-site activities. Reviewers report the combination of activity programming, social opportunities and accessible amenities contributes to improved mobility and quality of life for many residents.

    Facilities and operations: The campus and residences are described as clean, modern and well maintained, with pleasant grounds and spacious apartments. Timely maintenance responses and a smooth move-in process were also noted. Operational concerns raised by families include unclear hospital-transfer policies, gaps in property-security and personal-item tracking, and disruption or air-quality impacts during construction work. Cost is another recurring factor; reviewers noted that pricing is relatively high, which families should weigh against the level of services desired.

    What to watch for and final assessment: The dominant pattern is a community that delivers strong long-term and independent-living experiences, with notable strengths in staff-resident interaction, dining and amenities. Areas requiring scrutiny before a move include dementia-specific programming and training, staffing ratios and turnover, medication and clinical handoff processes, hospital-transfer procedures, and any active construction or remediation that could affect air quality. Prospective residents and families would benefit from targeted questions to leadership about staffing stability, dementia-care protocols, rehab success metrics, security of personal belongings, and an itemized cost breakdown to confirm alignment with expectations. Overall, many families highly recommend the community for independent and long-term residency, while advising additional due diligence for short-term rehab needs or for residents with complex cognitive care needs.

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    Medicare Ratings

    4·/ 5
    • Overall

    • Health Inspection

    • Staffing

    • Quality Measures

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

    Location

    Map showing location of Moravian Hall Square

    Moravian Hall Square is located at 175 W North St, Nazareth, PA, 18064.

    About Moravian Hall Square

    Moravian Hall Square sits on 17 acres right in the center of Nazareth, Pennsylvania where you can walk to the post office, banks, retail shops, churches, the public library, and the YMCA, and the place provides clear directions so it's easy to find. Seniors can live independently in apartments or choose different care options like assisted living, memory care, home care, and hospice, and there are continuing care options for changing health needs. The community offers many services for daily living like bathing, dressing, medication help, meals made by chefs, laundry, and housekeeping, plus transportation, maintenance, emergency nurse visits, and fitness programs. There's a Force Gymnastics fitness center, health and wellness center, and residents can enjoy activities in common areas, plus events, recreation programs, The Heritage publication, EventFULL Living, LIFE (Learning Is ForEver), and current news series, along with a big calendar of activities and performances to support physical, mental, and emotional health. People living there can enjoy on-site and nearby retail options like Nazareth Ford, Nazareth Diner, Tractor Supply Company, Planet Fitness, Wawa, Aldi, and Giant, and there's also walking access to Nazareth Borough Park. For folks dealing with Alzheimer's or dementia, special memory support units and secure environments help reduce confusion and prevent wandering, and there are Harmar Folding Rail Stairlifts and Power Stair Lifts for moving around with more comfort and safety. Skilled nursing is available for those who need advanced care like tube feeding or sterile dressing changes, and there's short-term rehab, respite stays, transitional care, and long-term care, so you can get help as needs change. Staff receives good reviews for being friendly, helpful, and responsive, and the place has a community score rating system to check quality of care. The Friends Life Care partnership adds support with care coordination and financial planning, letting some people stay in their homes longer. Meals, social, recreational, and spiritual programs, special events, personal laundry, and housekeeping help are all available for assisted living residents, while those living more independently can get maintenance and transportation help, along with a wide range of safety and wellness measures. Amenities are modern and include features for comfort and convenience, and the whole set-up focuses on giving seniors a choice in how active and social they want to be, whether that's through daily activities, events, or just living quietly near the heart of Nazareth.

    People often ask...

    Moravian Hall Square offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing.

    There are 28 photos of Moravian Hall Square on Mirador.

    Yes, Moravian Hall Square allows residents to age in place and adjust their level of care as needed.

    The full address for this community is 175 W North St, Nazareth, PA 18064.

    No, Moravian Hall Square 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 number226280
    Facility typeFull
    License classLicensed
    Capacity104 residents
    LicenseeMORNINGSTAR SENIOR LIVING INC
    Care servedPersonal Care Homes
    EffectiveMarch 22nd, 2026
    ExpiresMarch 22nd, 2027
    Special certificationSpecial Care Unit (capacity 25)
    View the official license record

    Inspection Reports

    36

    Reports

    13

    Type A Citations

    1

    Type B Citations

    0

    Complaints

    16

    Years

    08 Apr 2026Inspection
    Found no deficiencies.
    03 Mar 2026Inspection
    Investigated a complaint and found no deficiencies.
    07 May 2025Inspection
    Identified deficiencies related to bedside lighting, outdated or unlabeled food, unsecured medications, and missing PRN medication.
    • 2600.101.jLighting at bedside
    • 2600.103.iOutdated food
    • 2600.183.bMeds and syringes locked
    • 2600.185.aImplement storage procedures
    25 Feb 2025Inspection
    Identified a deficiency for not initialing the MAR at the time of medication administration.
    • 2600.187bDate/Time of Medication Administration
    04 Apr 2023Inspection
    Identified multiple deficiencies related to safety, medication management, and documentation, including missing emergency numbers, inadequate bedside lighting, overdue fire drills, unlabeled OTC meds, improper medication timing, and undocumented device enablers.
    • 2600.Emergency Telephone Numbers
    • 2600.Lighting/Operable Lamp
    • 2600.Fire Drill Sleeping Hours
    • 2600.Labeling OTC/CAM
    • 2600.Implement Storage Procedures
    • 2600.Support Plan Medical/Dental
    09 Feb 2023Inspection
    Found deficiencies in reporting suspected abuse and in documenting the incident involving two residents.
    • Type A2600.15.a.Resident Abuse Report
    • Type A2600.16.c.Written Incident Report
    • Type B2600.42.b.Abuse
    05 Jan 2023Inspection
    Found no deficiencies identified during the visit.
    16 May 2022Inspection
    Found that the initial secure memory care support plan was not completed within 72 hours of admission.
    • Type A2600.234.aAdmission Support Plan
    15 Mar 2022Inspection
    Identified multiple deficiencies across safety, medical, and administrative areas, including carbon monoxide detector placement, medication handling, mobility planning, and consent documentation.
    • 2600.18Applicable Health and Safety Laws
    • 2600.25.bContract Signatures
    • 2600.81.bResident Personal Equipment
    • 2600.95Furniture and Equipment
    • 2600.183fDiscontinued Medications
    • 2600.184aLabeling OTC/CAM
    • 2600.184bResident's Meds Labeled
    • 2600.185aImplement Storage Procedures
    • 2600.187aMedication Record
    • 2600.190aCompletion Medication Course
    • 2600.226aMobility Assessment
    • 2600.231cPreadmission Screening
    • 2600.231eNo Objection Statement
    • 2600.231gNon-Dementia Admission
    13 Jul 2021Inspection
    Identified two deficiencies: poisonous materials were accessible and not locked, and a resident’s support plan did not include all formal supports. The submitted plan of correction was found fully implemented.
    • 2600.82.cPoisonous materials
    • 2600.227.dSupport Plan Medical/Dental
    01 Jun 2021Inspection
    Found no deficiencies identified during inspections conducted on 2021-06-01 and 2021-06-02.
    19 Mar 2021Inspection
    Issued a regular license to operate; no deficiencies were cited; an onsite inspection was scheduled within the next twelve months.
    24 Feb 2021Inspection
    Found no deficiencies during licensing inspection conducted on February 13, 2021.
    13 Nov 2020Inspection
    Identified violations involving failure to timely report suspected abuse, failure to report to the Department within 24 hours, and inappropriate behavior toward a resident.
    • 2600.15.a.Resident Abuse Report
    • 2600.16.c.Written Incident Report
    • 2600.42.c.Treatment of Residents
    15 Jul 2020Inspection
    Found no deficiencies.
    01 Apr 2020Inspection
    Found no deficiencies identified during inspections conducted on multiple dates in 2020.
    15 Jan 2020Inspection
    Multiple deficiencies were found related to safety notifications, medical evaluations, medication administration, resident equipment, and exit security procedures.
    • Regulations 2600Notice to Fire Department
    • Regulations 2600Medical Evaluation Information
    • Regulations 2600Medication Record
    • Regulations 2600Resident Personal Equipment
    • Regulations 2600Exit Signs
    10 Dec 2019Inspection
    The Department renewed the license after reviewing the renewal application and issued a regular license.
    18 Dec 2018Inspection
    Identified several medication labeling and MAR documentation deficiencies, including improper storage, missing medication names on labels, and mismatches between labels and MARs.
    • 2600.183(d)Only current prescription, OTC, sample and CAM may be kept in the home
    • 2600.187(a)Medication records kept for each resident; information required
    • 2600.184(a)Original container labeling
    04 Dec 2018Inspection
    Renewed a personal care home license after review and issued a regular license.
    09 Jan 2018Inspection
    A number of regulatory deficiencies were identified during the inspection, including improper training and documentation, medication storage practices, and inadequate resident rights and service plan documentation.
    • 2600.18General compliance with laws and regulations
    • 2600.18General compliance with laws and regulations
    • Type A2600.65(b)Staff training—orientation and instruction
    • Type A2600.65(b)Staff training—orientation and instruction
    • Type A2600.132(c)Fire drills and emergency procedures
    • Type A2600.132(f) (or 132(g))Alternate exit routes during fire drills
    • Type A2600.185(a)Medication storage and handling
    • Type A2600.191Resident rights and medication education
    • Type A2600.227(d)Resident rights and care plan documentation
    04 Dec 2017Inspection
    Issued a renewal license and certificate of compliance for a personal care residence after review.
    12 Jan 2017Inspection
    Identified multiple regulatory violations at an elder care provider, including confidentiality of resident records, contract documentation, building safety, and medication management. Fire drill records and storage practices were also deficient.
    • 2600.17(a)Confidentiality of resident records
    • 2600.65(a)Contracting requirements for resident homes
    • 2600.100(a)Building safety and maintenance
    • 2600.132(c)Fire drill documentation
    • 2600.125(a)Storage of combustible and flammable materials
    • 2600.183(d)Medication storage for residents
    • 2600.187(a)Medication records
    02 Dec 2016Inspection
    Granted a regular license and issued a certificate of compliance.
    06 Jan 2016Inspection
    Observed deficiencies in medication management, safety controls, and record-keeping during the study.
    • Type A2600.82(c)Poisonous materials stored locked
    • Type A2600.187(a)Medication records contents
    • 2600.183(d)Medication storage restrictions
    • Type A2600.251(b)Resident records – entries permanent, legible, dated, signed
    08 Dec 2015Inspection
    Issued a regular license to operate the facility after renewal.
    22 Jan 2015Inspection
    Concluded the facility was in compliance with state regulations following licensing visits.
    08 Dec 2014Inspection
    Renewal issued and a certificate of compliance granted; it indicated an annual onsite inspection would occur and that a regular license was issued.
    28 Jan 2014Inspection
    An investigation identified medication-management violations, including improper removal timing of medications, missing thermometer in a fridge/freezer, and improper documentation and packaging practices.
    • 2600.183(a)(1)Prescription medications, OTC medications and CAM stored in original containers; no premature removal
    • 2600.182(c)Thermometers required in refrigerators and freezers
    • 2600.187(b)Documentation of medication administration times
    • 2600.185(a)Safe storage and handling procedures for medications
    31 Dec 2013Inspection
    Issued a regular operating license for a personal care residence following renewal application; authorization to operate renewed.
    15 Jul 2013Inspection
    Found a violation for failing to report an incident to the Department in a timely manner after a resident fall and hospitalization.
    • 55 Pa.Code §2600.16(c)Incident reporting
    15 Jan 2013Inspection
    Identified deficiencies in emergency water supply and evacuation procedures during drills.
    • 55 Pa.Code §2600.107(c)The home shall maintain at least a 3-day supply of nonperishable food and drinking water for residents.
    • 55 Pa.Code §2600.132(h)Residents shall evacuate to a designated meeting place away from the building or within the fire-safe area during each fire drill.
    25 Jan 2012Inspection
    Identified violations involving medication management and hot water temperatures in resident-accessible areas.
    • 55 Pa.Code §2600Follow prescriber directions
    • 55 Pa.Code §2600Hot water temperature not exceeding 120°F
    23 Sept 2011Inspection
    Authorized a new license under a renamed corporate entity, keeping the expiration date unchanged.
    31 Jan 2011Inspection
    Identified two deficiencies related to fire safety: an extinguisher had not been inspected by a fire safety expert since 12/09, and fire drills were not conducted on different days and times as required.
    • 55 Pa.Code §2600Fire extinguishers shall be inspected and approved annually by a fire safety expert
    • 55 Pa.Code §2600Fire drills shall be held on different days of the week, at different times of the day and night
    03 Mar 2010Inspection
    Found a violation related to meal planning; menus were not prepared for a full week in advance and posted in a conspicuous place as required.
    • 55 Pa.Code § 2600Menus, stating the specific food being served at each meal

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