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Good Shepherd Home Raker Center

601 St John Street, Allentown, PA 18103 · Lehigh County

The Good Shepherd Home – Raker Center is the regions leading long-term care facility and nursing home for people with severe disabilities. Request an appointment.

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Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.

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Availability outlook● Very limited availability

Typically 98% full (97 of 99 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.

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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

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A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Allentown

Good Shepherd Home Raker Center is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Allentown, PA, with 99 certified beds and an average of about 97 residents per day.

Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 4.65 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.45 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 25%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 3 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓Strong health-inspection rating
✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.65 hrs/resident/day)
✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Allentown for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds: 99
Avg. residents/day: 97
Ownership: Non profit - Church related
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 395018

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$11,510–$14,610/mo (median $12,700)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Allentown prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 4.65; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 1.45; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 25%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 3
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-09-23
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (11 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-09-23Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

2025-09-23Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

2025-09-23Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

2024-08-22Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

2024-08-22Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

2024-08-22Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

2024-08-22Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

2023-10-13Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Physical therapy
✓ Occupational therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ 24-hour staff

Location

601 St John Street, Allentown, PA

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Good Shepherd Home Raker Center

How much does Good Shepherd Home Raker Center cost?

Good Shepherd Home Raker Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Allentown, PA area typically runs $11,510–$14,610 per month (median $12,700, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Good Shepherd Home Raker Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Good Shepherd Home Raker Center 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Good Shepherd Home Raker Center?

Staff provide about 4.65 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 25% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Good Shepherd Home Raker Center?

Good Shepherd Home Raker Center has 11 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-09-23). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Good Shepherd Home Raker Center have availability?

Typically 98% full (97 of 99 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Good Shepherd Home Raker Center offer?

Good Shepherd Home Raker Center in Allentown, PA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 99 beds.

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