It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always.
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting the historic Colonial Industrial Quarter gets harder without someone by their side. Unfortunately, many older Americans aren't able to rely on their adult children for help. The reality in today's world is that family members do not have the skills or time to dedicate to caring for their parents. That's where Always Best Care Senior Services comes in.
Our in-home care services are for people who prefer to stay at home as they grow older but need ongoing care that family or friends cannot provide. More and more older adults prefer to live far away from long-term, institutionalized facilities and closer to the place where they feel most comfortable - their home. Home care in Bethlehem, PA is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
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Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.
When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.
The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.
At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting Monocacy Park with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local Bolete or visit Moravian Museum of Bethlehem 1741 Gemeinhaus, don't feel bad. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.
At the end of the day, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.
If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:
According to AARP, 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to age in place within the comfort of their own home. With in-home care, seniors have a way to stay at home, receive the care they need, and maintain a sense of independence, improving overall wellness.
If you or a member of your family have assumed the role of caregiver for your senior loved one, you know how stressful the job can be. Between caregiver burnout and constant worry, being a family caregiver is hard. In-home care relieves your burden and gives you peace of mind knowing that your older family member is in expert hands.
Unlike nursing homes, where the staff and residents rotate frequently, seniors can foster new friendships and build bonds with their caregiver. Seniors who socialize on a regular basis are often happier, which fosters positivity and leads to increased wellbeing.
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our Care Plans is tailored to meet our client's individual needs. We offer plans that cover everything from light housekeeping to more involved duties like transportation to doctor's appointments. Our Care Coordinators will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan to ensure your senior's needs are exceeded.
Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
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While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit - something that is unavailable to many older people today.
In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.
How much does a senior's home truly mean to them?
A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.
With the help of elderly care in Bethlehem, PA, seniors don't have to age in a sterilized care facility. Instead, they can age gracefully in the place they want to be most: their home. In contrast, seniors who move to a long-term care facility must adapt to new environments, new people, and new systems that the facility implements. At this stage in life, this kind of drastic change can be more harmful than helpful.
Institutional care facilities like nursing homes often put large groups of people together to live in one location. On any given day, dozens of staff members and caregivers run in and out of these facilities. Being around so many new people in a relatively small living environment can be dangerous for a seniors' health and wellbeing. When you consider that thousands of seniors passed away in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, opting for in-home care is often a safer, healthier choice for seniors.
Aging in place has been shown to improve seniors' quality of life, which helps boost physical health and also helps insulate them from viral and bacterial risks found in elderly living facilities.
For many seniors, the ability to live independently with assistance from a caregiver is a priceless option. With in-home care, seniors experience a higher level of independence and freedom - much more so than in other settings like a nursing home. When a senior has the chance to age in place, they get to live life on their own terms, inside the house that they helped make into a home. More independence means more control over their personal lives, too, which leads to increased levels of fulfillment, happiness, and personal gratification. Over time, these positive feelings can manifest into a healthier, longer life.
More independence, a healthier life, and increased comfort are only a few benefits of aging in place. You have to take into consideration the role of cost and convenience. Simply put, it's usually easier and more affordable to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. According to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, seniors who age in the comfort of their homes can save thousands of dollars per month.
In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, are often less expensive than long-term solutions, which can cost upwards of six figures per year. To make matters worse, many residential care facilities are reluctant to accept long-term care insurance and other types of payment assistance.
With Always Best Care's home care services, seniors and their families have a greater level of control over their care plans. In-home care gives seniors the chance to form a bond with a trusted caregiver and also receive unmatched care that is catered to their needs. In long-term care facilities, seniors and their loved ones have much less control over their care plan and have less of a say in who provides their care.
In-home care is a valuable resource that empowers seniors to age in place on their own terms. However, a big concern for many families and their loved ones is how much in-home care costs. If you're worried that in-home care is too expensive, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that it is one of the most affordable senior care arrangements available.
Typically, hiring an Always Best Care in-home caregiver for a few hours a week is more affordable than sending your loved one to a long-term care facility. This is true even for seniors with more complex care needs.
At Always Best Care, we will work closely with you and your family to develop a Care Plan that not only meets your care needs, but your budget requirements, too. Once we discover the level of care that you or your senior need, we develop an in-home care plan that you can afford.
In addition to our flexible care options, families should also consider the following resources to help offset potential home care costs:
When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.
Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.
At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in Bethlehem, PA understand how important it is to listen and communicate with their seniors. A seemingly small interaction, like a short hug goodbye, can make a major difference in a senior's day. Instead of battling against feelings of isolation, seniors begin to look forward to seeing their caregiver each week.
Understanding the nuances of senior care is just one of the reasons why our care providers are so great at their job.
Unlike some senior care companies, our caregivers must undergo extensive training before they work for Always Best Care. In addition, our caregivers receive ongoing training throughout the year. This training ensures that their standard of care matches up to the high standards we've come to expect. During this training, they will brush up on their communication skills, safety awareness, and symptom spotting. That way, your loved one receives the highest level of non-medical home care from day one.
While it's true that many seniors prefer to age at home, sometimes in-home care isn't the best fit. For those seniors and their families, choosing an assisted living facility makes more sense. Unfortunately, finding the optimal care facility is easier said than done in today's day and age. That's when Always Best Care's assisted living referral services begin to make a lot of sense.
Assisted living is a form of housing intended for seniors who require varying degrees of medical and personal attention. Accommodations may include single rooms, apartments, or shared living arrangements. Assisted living communities are typically designed to resemble a home-like environment and are physically constructed to encourage the independence of residents.
At assisted living communities, seniors receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. They may also benefit from coordination of services with outside healthcare providers, and monitoring of resident activities to ensure their health, safety, and well-being. Caregivers who work at assisted living communities can also provide medication administration and personal care services for older adults.
Other services offered within assisted living communities can include some or all of the following:
At Always Best Care, our representatives can match your senior's emotional, physical, and financial needs with viable assisted living communities nearby. Results are based on comparative data, so you can select the best choice for you or your loved one.
Always Best Care works closely with local senior living communities to gain valuable knowledge that we then use to help seniors and their loved ones make informed decisions. This information can include basic care and rent, resident availability, and services provided. Because Always Best Care is compensated by these communities, we provide senior living referral services at no extra cost to you.
Some of the most popular assisted living communities to consider in our area include the following:
For many seniors, moving into a senior living community revolves around how and when they want to make a transition to more involved care. Some seniors are more proactive about transitioning to independent living. Others choose to remain home until their care needs or other requirements are satisfied. Remember - our staff is here to help. Contact our office today to learn more about assisted living communities and how we can find a facility that exceeds your expectations.
The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced Always Best Care Care Coordinator. This initial consultation is crucial for our team to learn more about you or your elderly loved one to discover the level of care required. Topics of this consultation typically include:
A discussion of your needs and how our trained caregivers can offer assistance in the most effective way
A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive
Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider
Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.
If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.
At the end of the day, we only hire the best of the best at Always Best Care. Whether you need home care in Bethlehem, PA 24-hours a day or only need a respite for a couple of hours, we are here to serve you.
When you're ready, we encourage you to contact your local Always Best Care representative to set up a Care Consultation. Our Care Coordinators would be happy to meet with you in person to get to know you better, discuss your needs, and help put together a personalized Care Plan specific to your needs.
A prominent south Bethlehem church located in one of the most visible areas of the city received approval to convert two blighted properties it owns into six affordable apartment units.The Cathedral Church of the Nativity, located at 321 Wyandotte St. just across the Hill-to-Hill Bridge, owns two vacant properties at 230 and 232 W. Third St.The row homes have been vacant for at least 15 years and are in poor condition, according to Christine Ussler, architect with Artefact Inc., who represented the church.The church appl...
A prominent south Bethlehem church located in one of the most visible areas of the city received approval to convert two blighted properties it owns into six affordable apartment units.
The Cathedral Church of the Nativity, located at 321 Wyandotte St. just across the Hill-to-Hill Bridge, owns two vacant properties at 230 and 232 W. Third St.
The row homes have been vacant for at least 15 years and are in poor condition, according to Christine Ussler, architect with Artefact Inc., who represented the church.
The church applied for a zoning variance on the buildings’ size.
The two homes already are considered “nonconforming,” but their construction predates the city’s current zoning ordinance (the year of construction is listed as 1900, according to Northampton County property records). In order to receive approval for the renovations, the church needed a variance to approve the building’s 2,957-square-foot size, slightly below the 3,000 square feet required for such a residential building.
Ussler, also a professor of architecture at Lehigh University, said her architecture students measured the buildings and designed the apartments in the spring.
“We have a student-developed scheme that would have three units in each of these homes, and it is viable with some additions to the rear that would probably be historically appropriate, and would be done so in alignment with the church,” Ussler said.
The homes are in the South Side historic district, so the renovations will need approval from the Bethlehem Historic Architecture Review Board on its design elements. The church opted to renovate the two homes instead of demolishing and building new housing “given the historic nature of this row of townhomes and their location at a key gateway to south Bethlehem,” according to the church’s zoning application.
The church will serve as landlords for the project, and New Bethany and Community Action Lehigh Valley, two local antipoverty nonprofits, will handle the rehabilitation and future leasing and unit management. The church has received $540,000 in grant funding to support the renovations, which would include facade improvements, roof replacements and other necessary fixes.
Several church pastors and parishioners spoke in favor of the project, and said it would bring much-needed affordable housing to the city. Bethlehem is facing a housing crisis, according to city leaders: Between 2019 and 2023, the median home sale price nearly doubled from $182,000 to $302,000, and median monthly rent skyrocketed from $1,354 to $1,910.
“I encourage you to go ahead with this zoning variance so we can use this property for the good of the community,” said John Stratton, dean of the Cathedral Church of the Nativity. “It helps the mission of the church, and I think it helps the neighborhood as well.”
The vote to approve the variance was unanimous, with board members Peter Schneck, Paige Van Wirt and Sharon Wiles-Young voting in favor.
Reporter Lindsay Weber can be reached at [email protected].
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — Funding for South Bethlehem Greenway Trail Extension: Check.Funding for the Linden Street Two-Way Conversion: Check.Funding for Broad Street Multimodal Project: Check.Each of those boxes were checked as checks from grants totaling $3.7 million were presented to Bethlehem by Lehigh Valley Transportation Study on Wednesday to support the city’s transformative transportation and infrastructure projects. “People here are committed to creating things, not just for...
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — Funding for South Bethlehem Greenway Trail Extension: Check.
Funding for the Linden Street Two-Way Conversion: Check.
Funding for Broad Street Multimodal Project: Check.
Each of those boxes were checked as checks from grants totaling $3.7 million were presented to Bethlehem by Lehigh Valley Transportation Study on Wednesday to support the city’s transformative transportation and infrastructure projects.
“People here are committed to creating things, not just for themselves, but for others and for spaces we can share."
A news conference was held at the South Bethlehem Greenway trailhead in Saucon Park.
“People here are committed to creating things, not just for themselves, but for others and for spaces we can share,” Bethlehem Mayor J. William Reynolds said.
Attendees also included Lehigh Valley Planning Commission and LVTS members, Northampton County Executive Lamont McClure, Lehigh Valley state representatives and a representative from the state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.
Three separate checks from state grants were awarded by the LVTS under distinct transportation programs.
The grants included:
From the federally funded Transportation Alternative Set-Aside, or TASA Program:
From the Carbon Reduction Program, or CRP:
The CRP was established to reduce transportation-related carbon emissions, create bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure, promote green infrastructure and implement intelligent transportation systems that reduce the environmental and community impacts of freight movement.
“In its current configuration, Linden Street is a one-way racetrack," said Scott Slingerland, executive director for the Coalition for Appropriate Transportation, or CAT.
"With two lanes for car drivers to go too fast and jockey for position at the expense of pedestrians.”
The project consists of constructing improvements along Broad Street, from Hanover Avenue to Stefko Boulevard, as recommended in the Broad Street Act Transportation Plan of 2021.
The project is a cornerstone of Bethlehem’s Safe Streets and Carbon Reduction Strategy.
The Broad Street redesign will better accommodate pedestrians, cyclists, transit riders and drivers through safer intersections, upgraded crossings and modernized streetscapes.
“These projects come together because people in the Lehigh Valley and Bethlehem get it right about how to come together in a nonpartisan way to do good things,” Reynolds said.
“That’s what this is all about.”
The Greenway project now is fully funded, Reynolds said, and will move into the design and engineering stage.
The $500,000 grant will help build a one-mile trail extension connecting the South Bethlehem Greenway with the Saucon Rail Trail in Hellertown.
It’s part of a $7.1 million plan to connect two of the region’s most widely used trails, closing one of the state’s Top 10 trail gaps.
The project also will include installing a 12-foot-wide trail that will be ADA compliant, with native plants, benches, wayfinding signs and trash receptacles. Construction will take place in 2026.
Bethlehem also received a $300,000 Livable Landscapes Grant, presented to Reynolds by McClure.
“This is a vibrant connected community and Northampton County is proud to be a partner in this effort,” McClure told Reynolds.
“Projects like this, mayor, demonstrate that you are strategic in determining the funding through which the Livable Landscapes would come in and help.
“We’re not just building trails, we’re building healthier communities, enhancing access to green space and investing in the long-term wellbeing of our residents.”
LVPC Executive Director Becky A. Bradley celebrated the grants for helping invest in these projects.
“All these projects have been ones the local governments have given to the region,” Bradley said. “Then the region matches them up with the policy that we developed together.
“These are two specific funding pools that have allowed us to invest in these priorities.”
Despite the stormy weather, Musikfest kicked off Thursday night in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.Organizers moved some of the shows inside, but as they say, the show goes on.With the Bethlehem SteelStacks as the backdrop, the 42nd annual Musikfest drew in fans for the beloved summer tradition, featuring live music, food, merchandise and more."The economic impact annually is about $75 million from this festival alone over 10 days," said Curt Mosel, the COO of Arts Quest, the nonprofit that hosts the festival.&q...
Despite the stormy weather, Musikfest kicked off Thursday night in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.
Organizers moved some of the shows inside, but as they say, the show goes on.
With the Bethlehem SteelStacks as the backdrop, the 42nd annual Musikfest drew in fans for the beloved summer tradition, featuring live music, food, merchandise and more.
"The economic impact annually is about $75 million from this festival alone over 10 days," said Curt Mosel, the COO of Arts Quest, the nonprofit that hosts the festival.
"Our goal and where we were founded was bringing a festival to Bethlehem proper ... it was done on Main Street, it was done within the heart of the city to help small businesses after Bethlehem Steel had laid off 6,000 workers back in 1983," Mosel said.
More than 1.2 million people are expected to take in more than 500 performances on 16 different stages. For local businesses like Island Noodles, this event alone generates 15% of their yearly sales.
"Musikfest is basically our Super Bowl," Boris Scheider, the owner of Island Noodles, said. "We wait for it, it comes and here we are."
Musikfest runs through Sunday, Aug. 10, and includes headliners like Third Eye Blind, Nelly, Darius Rucker, Chicago and Thursday's featured artist Megan Moroney.
Emma Nasados and her friends came in from Schuylkill County with her friends for the ticketed country concert.
"I have never been here before," Nasados said. "All the food trucks and the concerts, I really never knew that there were all these concerts here that they have every year."
And while Nasados is a Musikfest rookie, Rich McIntyre is a seasoned veteran.
"I have been coming here since the beginning, the first year it was here," McIntyre said.
For him, this marks a coming together that's part of his roots, and one he's already marking on his calendar for next year.
"This is tradition," McIntyre said.
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BETHLEHEM, Pa. – The Bethlehem Planning Commission on Thursday heard a plan which concerned a 67 single-family home cluster development along Township Line Road.The project straddles both the city and Bethlehem Township and is called the Township Line Road "Gold Tract" development.The irregularly shaped, nearly 58-acre tract comprises roughly 23 acres in Bethlehem and 35 acres in Bethlehem Township.The proposal calls for 68 residential lots and 67 single-family detached homes, with 19 homes in the city an...
BETHLEHEM, Pa. – The Bethlehem Planning Commission on Thursday heard a plan which concerned a 67 single-family home cluster development along Township Line Road.
The project straddles both the city and Bethlehem Township and is called the Township Line Road "Gold Tract" development.
The irregularly shaped, nearly 58-acre tract comprises roughly 23 acres in Bethlehem and 35 acres in Bethlehem Township.
The proposal calls for 68 residential lots and 67 single-family detached homes, with 19 homes in the city and 48 in the township.
Engineer Andy Bohl with Hanover Engineering Associates spoke about the project and said the homes will range in size from 1,750 to 2,450 square feet. One of the city lots already contains a sanitary sewer pump station.
The development was described as a cluster style, Bohl said. To the north, the property is bordered by Route 22; to the west, Township Line Road; and to the south and east, owned by Northampton County.
Traffic on Altonah, Santee Mill and Township Line roads was a primary concern among commission members and public commenters on Thursday.
Planning Commission Chair Rob Melosky commented on the "fast traffic" on the narrow roads.
Bohl said that Township Line Road along the property will be widened.
Planner Joy Cohen said she was also concerned about the traffic study and the effect of increased traffic on the area.
Additionally, the developer is asking to use the open space development option to increase the allowed city lots from 17 to 20.
Residents and commission members noted the property's natural features, including a stream that feeds into the Monocacy Creek. They also voiced concerns about flooding.
"It sends chills up and down my spine to think about it being disturbed," said resident Scott Culpepper.
Dennis Brennan, an avid birder, expressed concerns over the loss of wildlife if the spot is developed. He said he appreciated the spot's serenity and peace.
"It's just a beautiful place on earth that we should still be able to enjoy without flooding or loss of the migratory birds," Brennan said.
Bohl said they are listening to the comments and have plans to maintain the area's open space and address stormwater management concerns.
"We want to be good stewards, good neighbors and good developers," the engineer said.
He noted that the plan shows 14 acres of open space to Bethlehem Township and 12 acres to the city. Bohl also said a three-sided culvert would address water flow from the property's stream.
As with all sketch plans, no decision on the plan was made on Thursday. During the sketch plan review stage in development, applicants provide sketch plans to the planning commission for input that often informs later plans.
A proposal for a seven-story structure containing 96 multifamily dwellings was tabled from Thursday's agenda.
According to meeting documents, the applicant proposes to construct the building at 906 Evans St.
The 96 dwellings would be comprised of 30 studios and 28 one-bedroom and 38 two-bedroom apartments.
Documents state that the first floor would contain 47 parking spaces with vehicle ingress/egress from Evans Street, and the second floor would contain 44 parking spaces with vehicle ingress/egress from Perry Street.
The third floor would contain common space and 16 dwellings. Floors four through seven would contain 20 dwellings per floor.
There was no indication if the proposal would be rescheduled for a future meeting.
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — A new eatery will begin serving chow mein, lotus leaf sticky rice, shrimp wonton noodle soup and other Asian specialties this weekend in Northampton County.
128, a full-service restaurant specializing in authentic Chinese dim sum, will open Friday, Aug. 15, at 128 E. Broad St. in Bethlehem, chef and owner Yiwen He said.
The restaurant will offer seating for around 20 guests along with takeout service.
Dim sum is a traditional Chinese meal consisting of small plates or snack dishes, and guests will be able to choose from options such as bean curd rolls, beef chow fun, siu mai and various steamed rice rolls (pork, beef or shrimp).
Other menu highlights will include dumplings such as chicken and corn, cabbage and pork and shrimp and scallop; and noodle dishes such as sour and spicy noodles, seafood noodle soup and shrimp wonton soup.
Most dishes are priced between $5 and $12.
Specialty drinks, including hot or cold honey lemon tea and milk tea, also will be available.
The restaurant will operate 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4-8 p.m. Friday through Tuesday and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, He said.
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