Sterling Heights Gracious Retirement Living is in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, and welcomes adults 55 and over who want a quiet and friendly place to live. The community allows some pets and offers apartments in studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom layouts with more than 50 floor plans to choose from, starting around 382 square feet and going up to over 1,056 square feet, so whether someone prefers cozy or wants more space, there's usually something that fits. Apartments come with kitchens, bathroom options, safety features like emergency pull cords and fire sprinklers, cable TV, drapes, linens, thermostats, carpeting, and big windows; some apartments have vault ceilings, balconies, or patios, and scenic views add to the comfort.
The grounds have walking trails along Monocacy Creek and are close to the Hanover Township Community Center, and you'll often see people enjoying the well-manicured lawns, coffee shop, fireside lounge, or sitting areas with fireplaces. There are many places where folks can relax, read, do a puzzle, or chat with friends, and you'll find a game room, movie room, library, exercise room, craft and sewing spaces, chapel, card room, billiards, and a large screen TV room. There's a grand theatre for movie nights and an on-site bistro for snacks and drinks.
Residents don't have to worry about chores because weekly housekeeping and maintenance, including linen and bath towel service, come with the rent, and on-site laundry is available for personal items at no charge. The staff includes a live-in management team that's always on-site and available 24 hours, and apartments are set up with emergency pull cords linked to management and Lively Mobile2 medical alert devices from Best Buy Health™, so there's a focus on safety and fast help if needed.
Meals are handled by an Executive Chef and Culinary Team who prepare three meals daily, plus snacks and drinks at any time, with restaurant-style service in dining rooms decorated with chandeliers and artwork, and the menu uses home-cooked food and made-from-scratch recipes. The staff bring food to residents' tables with friendly service, and there's a coffee and snack bar open all day for anyone who wants something between meals.
Transportation is included in the monthly rent, so folks can get to doctor's appointments, shopping, errands, or group outings without hassle, riding in a comfortable bus for scheduled trips or excursions to museums, cultural events, and local spots of interest. Activities are planned every day, so people can join exercise classes, parties, volunteering, movies, crafts, or outings, with events set up to encourage both fun and community involvement.
Sterling Heights allows residents to live independently, but those who need some extra help can get basic care such as medication reminders through outside home health providers, and the community supports aging-in-place with care options like independent living, assisted living, nursing home care, memory care, and respite services, with a commitment to safety and wellness. People describe the setting as vibrant yet quiet, and the area is considered nice by many who live there, though apartments may feel small to some, but larger layouts are available.
The community earns a 4.5 out of 5 based on 12 reviews, and its internal community score is 9.4. Sterling Heights Gracious Retirement Living is recognized as a continuing care retirement community, offering long-term resources and independent lifestyle support, with a simple focus on making retirement safe, enjoyable, and filled with choices every day.
