The Palmerton is a welcoming senior residence designed to nurture the body, mind, and spirit, offering refined comfort alongside dignified assistance. Residents can enjoy a thoughtfully designed environment with unique spaces, including a second-floor terrace for expansive sky views, activity rooms catering to various interests like painting, cards, and birthday parties, as well as a spacious, sunlit dining room ideal for sharing meals with new friends. Each resident’s private or companion suite apartment serves as a personal haven, providing the freedom to personalize their living space. Throughout the changing seasons, cozy fireplaces create inviting gathering spaces in winter, while a shaded patio offers a refreshing retreat to enjoy the Lehigh Valley’s summer air.
The Palmerton embraces flexible and compassionate support, providing Personal Care, Memory Care—including the specialized Sage and Transitions Memory Care Programs—and Respite and Short Term Care services. The highly trained, experienced staff are committed to providing 24-hour onsite support, with nurse services and healthcare management, restorative rehabilitation programs, and regular room checks. The Sage Program is a core part of the community’s mission, honoring residents living with memory challenges by creating meaningful interactions tailored to their abilities and memories. Sage Trained Employees deliver compassionate, hands-on support, ensuring residents and their families feel truly valued. Daily programming is designed to encourage participation in purposeful activities, fostering a sense of fulfillment and community.
For those with early to moderate stage dementia, the Transitions Memory Care Program acts as a crucial bridge in the continuum of care, offering a supportive environment for residents needing assistance beyond what Personal Care provides but not yet requiring the full extent of the Sage Memory Care unit. The Palmerton’s dedicated approach ensures that everyone, regardless of age or needs, has the opportunity to pursue their gifts and aspirations in a safe and welcoming setting.
Culinary experiences at The Palmerton are available throughout the day, transforming each meal into an opportunity for social connection and enjoyment. Every aspect of daily life has been designed so that residents live vibrantly, supported yet independent, in an environment that feels like an extension of family. The location also offers peace of mind, being only six miles from the largest acute-care hospital in Carbon County, ensuring prompt access to advanced medical facilities.
Rooted in the close-knit borough of Palmerton, The Palmerton is enriched by the area’s diverse heritage and vibrant history. Residents are able to engage with the local community, enjoying the town’s historic sites, parks, and old-time establishments. The Palmerton isn’t just a place to reside—it’s a place to truly belong, where meaningful relationships are built, and each day is filled with opportunities to thrive.