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Home Care In Hellertown, PA

Home Care Hellertown, PA

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 Hellertown Station 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 Hellertown, 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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The Always Best Care Difference

Since 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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“Always treated with respect and they showed care for my mother. Everyone was pleasant when I would call about different circumstances.”

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“Always Best Care Senior Services provided very professional services that resulted in finding the best personal care facility fit for my mother. They have a passion for helping seniors and prioritize the health and well-being of their clients over everything else. I would highly recommend them when you are in a position of finding senior care services for your loved ones.”

Mary M.
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“If your loved one needs in home care, I highly recommend Always Best Care of Bethlehem. Wonderful staff and excellent caregivers that go above and beyond what is expected of them!”

Carrie W.
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“I am a current client of this provider Always best care cared for my mother. They have been amazing. My mother really likes her caregiver.”

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“Ken Good was so helpful and knowledgable when my elderly father needed in-home care. He actually came to the rehab center to meet us where my father was getting physical therapy after a fall. This way he was able to accurately access how much care my father would need and which caregivers would be the right fit. We were afraid we'd have to move him to a nursing home but fortunately we were able to set up in-home care. It's been four months now and we have been very happy with the caregivers who have been assigned to my father. Always Best Care is very responsive and flexible in adjusting hours as needed, somehow managing to keep the caregivers my parents have bonded with even though the hours have been reduced. We are happy our parents are able to age in place with care as they need it.”

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“Ken and Rebecca have been extremely helpful during the process of finding in-home care for my in-laws. They have been sensitive to our needs, diligent in their efforts to provide the best possible care, and consistent in their follow-up to see if things are satisfactory. We have been executing this process from out-of-state and the process has been very smooth. Through phone calls and face-to-face meetings when possible, both Ken and Rebecca have been professional, knowledgeable, and a pleasure to work with. I would highly recommend Always Best Care Senior Services.”

Jane T.
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“Ken is a fantastic provider of in-home care in Doylestown. I highly recommend his team.”

Matthew R.
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“Ken was the first person I really talked to when I found out my father was given a year to live. Instead of immediately looking at me like a business opportunity, he treated me like a close friend. He listened and treated me with complete kindness.. I have gotten to know Ken and his wife Rebecca and I can easily say that they are two of the most wonderful people I have ever met. There is nothing in this world I wouldn't trust them with. Especially the care of a loved one.”

Sheri C.
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“Excellent in every respect.”

Andre C.
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“The support provided by Ken and Rebecca Good (and all of their team) has been invaluable as the family navigates through dealing with the impact of our sister's illness to all of us. The structure with using ABC's online portal to evidence our sister's care is extremely beneficial in ensuring strong and coordinated communication. It is truly appreciative this technology is available and utilized by ABC. For those dealing with identifying care for a loved one, you would be smart to contact Always Best Care of Upper Buxmont.”

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“Very few businesses or even people come from a place of compassion and a good heart. Always Best Care does. The client always comes first as does their health and well-being, and the family seeking the best for their loved ones. Thank you Ken for all you did for my parents!”

Mary C.
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“I am a current client of this provider Ken and Rebecca go above and beyond for their clients, as do their staff. They handled emergent situations for my grandmother when we were on vacation - staying with her the entire time at the hospital. Ken also did significant research for our decision to put her in an assisted living community. I highly recommend Always Best Care.”

Jill K.
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“Ken and Rebecca were a godsend in our search for care for our elderly father. Both Ken and Rebecca were incredibly compassionate, empathetic and caring. In addition, they were knowledgeable and had a wonderful process for determining the needs of the family, the needs of the specific individual and finding an appropriate match for a caregiver to meet those needs. I can't say enough about the services provided by Always Best Care. Ken always went above and beyond, he knew the questions to ask, and how to navigate all the red tape of various organizations (Veterans Administration, etc.) AND he diligently does site visits to the facilities he references so he is able to speak from experience about the quality of care at the facilities under consideration. If you are in need of advice and assistance in caring for a family member I recommend Ken and Rebecca and Always Best Care with no reservations.”

Lisa E.
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“Very good, prompt attention to an unexpected need for day care in home for Mother-in-law. Ken is very well versed in available providers and other services needed at this time.The day care providers dealt well with her memory problems.”

Earl P.
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“Ken & Rebecca were very helpful & knowledgeable with resources in helping me care for my Mom during an extremely difficult time. It was great finding two people who cared & listened to my situation. I never felt alone in my difficult decision making process.”

Howard S.
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“Both Rebecca and Ken were very easy to talk with and were very interested in getting to know my father. They went out of their way to help us as our plans changed from in home care to personal care. They explained the process and were with us every step of the way to answer questions and provide support. I would use them again in a minute.”

Gretchen L.
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“I am a current client of this provider Always Best Care provides extremely caring, compassionate help for my mom, I live out of town, and can't be there myself very often. But this business goes all-out to take care of my mom. I don't know what we would do without them.”

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“Your loved ones will be in great care with Always Best Care of Greater Bethlehem.”

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What is Non-Medical Senior Care in Hellertown, PA?

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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.

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When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.

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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.

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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.

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Types of Elderly Care in Hellertown, PA

To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:

Personal Care

Personal 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:

  • Eating
  • Mobility Issues
  • Incontinence
  • Bathing
  • Dressing
  • Grooming

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Home Helper

Home Helper Services

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:

  • Medication Reminders
  • Meal Preparation
  • Pet Care
  • Prescription Refills
  • Morning Wake-Up
  • Walking
  • Reading
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Companionship Services

Companionship Services

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 Water Street Park with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.

Common companionship services include:

  • Grocery Shopping
  • Transportation to Appointments
  • Nutritional Assistance
  • Conversation
  • Planning Outings
  • Completing Errands
  • Transportation to Community
  • Events and Social Outings
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Respite Care Services

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 Taste Of Italy Ristorante or visit Hellertown Historical Society, 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.

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Benefits of Home Care in Hellertown, PA

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:

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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Aging in Place: The Preferred Choice for Most Seniors

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.

Here are just a few of the reasons why older men and women prefer to age at home:

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 Hellertown, 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.

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Affordable 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:

If your loved one qualifies, Medicaid may help reduce in-home care costs. Review your PA's Medicaid program laws and benefits, and make sure your senior's financial and medical needs meet Medicaid eligibility requirements.
Attendance and aid benefits through military service can cover a portion of the costs associated with in-home care for veterans and their spouses.
Many senior care services like in-home care are included in long-term care insurance options. Research different long-term care solutions to find a plan that provides coverage for senior care.
Home care can be included as part of a senior's private insurance plan. Read over your loved one's insurance policy carefully or speak with their insurance provider to determine if in-home care is covered.
Depending on the life insurance plan, you may be able to apply your policy toward long-term care. You may be able to use long-term-care coverage to help pay for in-home elderly care.
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Compassionate Care. Trusted Caregivers.

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 Hellertown, 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.

Assisted Living Referral Services

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.


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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:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Recreational Activities
  • Social Outings
  • Emergency Medical Response
  • Medication Monitoring
  • Family Visitation
  • Personal Care
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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:

  • Saucon Valley Manor
  • Weston Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
  • Hellertown Elderly Apartments
  • Saucon Valley Community Center
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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.

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Taking the First Step with Always Best Care

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

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A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive

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Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider

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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 Hellertown, 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.

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'Super excited': New Hellertown restaurant to feature Mexican-American specialties, full bar

HELLERTOWN, Pa. — A new full-service restaurant is set to spice up Hellertown’s dining scene.La Maya Mexican Comfort, offering made-from-scratch Mexican-American cuisine, is expected to open in the spring at 650 Main St., according to co-owner Rogelio Romero.The restaurant, with seating for approximately 50 diners, will occupy a renovated space that previously housed The Vibe Nutrition, a business offering nutritional shakes, clean-energy drinks, smoothie bowls and more, which closed in July.Romero has been i...

HELLERTOWN, Pa. — A new full-service restaurant is set to spice up Hellertown’s dining scene.

La Maya Mexican Comfort, offering made-from-scratch Mexican-American cuisine, is expected to open in the spring at 650 Main St., according to co-owner Rogelio Romero.

The restaurant, with seating for approximately 50 diners, will occupy a renovated space that previously housed The Vibe Nutrition, a business offering nutritional shakes, clean-energy drinks, smoothie bowls and more, which closed in July.

Romero has been in the restaurant industry for several years, opening a Mexican restaurant, El Charro del Rio, in Milford, New Jersey, about four years ago. He was also previously a partner at downtown Bethlehem’s LU Taqueria.

At La Maya, Romero is partnering with his friend, CJ Moyer, who also operates the two-year-old Presley’s Cocktail Bar, a mobile cocktail bar featuring professional mixologists and tailored experiences for events.

The owners are still finalizing La Maya’s menu, but they’re working with a Washington, D.C. chef to create original recipes that will showcase high-quality ingredients and unique flavors.

“When we say Mexican comfort, we’re looking to offer Mexican-American-style food with a little more influence from the Pacific Coast of Mexico,” Moyer said.

“Our menu will be seasonal, with a lot of fish dishes, hanger steaks, skirt steaks and so forth. We’ll be taking bits and pieces from Mexican cuisine and American cuisine. So, people can expect tacos, burritos, quesadillas, mac and cheeses and all of that good stuff.”

Renovations are planned for the space, which will feature a mix of high- and low-top tables.

Romero and Moyer are also thinking of knocking out a wall in the back of the space to create more of an open-concept dining area.

An existing long counter is remaining, and La Maya will be partnering with Lehigh Valley-based County Seat Spirits to offer cocktails made with County Seat products along with Pennsylvania-made beer and wine at a full bar.

“We’re extremely excited to be working with the team at La Maya,” said Anthony Brichta, CEO of County Seats Spirits.

“Everybody knows Rogelio for his amazing food and restaurant work, including his time at LU Taqueria, and everybody knows Presley’s Mobile Cocktail Bar as one of the premier cocktail experiences in the region. So, we’re extremely excited to be working with them and getting County Seat products out to new customers in a new location and collaborating with their team on some interesting spirits and concepts.”

An exact opening date for La Maya has not yet been determined, but Moyer and Romero are targeting late March or early April for a soft launch.

The partners would then host a grand opening celebration in May for Cinco de Mayo, Moyer said.

“We're super excited," Moyer said. "Rogelio and I will actually be working to open a food truck as well. So, we’ll have the dine-in location, and we’ll also be able to provide catering for off-premise events as well.”

Hellertown Halloween Parade Seeks Sponsors

This year’s Hellertown Halloween Parade will be held Sunday, Oct. 22 at 2 p.m., and the volunteers who organize it are busy working to ensure that it’s the best parade the borough has ever seen.Est. Read Time: 2 minsThis year’s Hellertown Halloween Parade will be held Sunday, Oct. 22 at 2 p.m., and the volunteers who organize it are busy working to ensure that it’s the best parade the borough has ever seen.Part of the planning that goes into the parade involves seeking sponsors, as the event is e...

This year’s Hellertown Halloween Parade will be held Sunday, Oct. 22 at 2 p.m., and the volunteers who organize it are busy working to ensure that it’s the best parade the borough has ever seen.

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This year’s Hellertown Halloween Parade will be held Sunday, Oct. 22 at 2 p.m., and the volunteers who organize it are busy working to ensure that it’s the best parade the borough has ever seen.

Part of the planning that goes into the parade involves seeking sponsors, as the event is entirely funded through donations and other forms of community support.

In addition to marching band and other sponsors, this year the parade committee chaired by Mayor David Heintzelman is seeking businesses and others willing to donate $100 to purchase 100 hot dogs. The $100 donations will be used to purchase a total of 1,500 hot dogs that will be handed out free of charge to participants and spectators at a 4 p.m. parade after-party in Dimmick Park.

Another new addition to this year’s parade will be Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee and Beverage truck, which will be at the park and at the parade registration area at the Saucon Valley School District campus. Other food trucks will also be at the post-parade celebration in the park.

“We are expanding to meet the needs of participants and parents alike,” a recent post on the Hellertown Halloween Parade Facebook page said. “Come thirsty, enjoy the parade and live band after the parade at Dimmick Park!”

The theme for this year’s six-division Hellertown Halloween Parade is “Celebrating Hometown Heroes” and prizes will be awarded in a number of categories, such as best float.

Among the bands that have committed to participatet in it is Bethlehem’s famous Liberty High School Grenadier Marching Band.

Typically each division is led by a different band.

For parade sponsors who wish to participate in it, there will be a Sponsorship Division to provide them with recognition.

“Show your work truck, banner or just walk in the parade to tell the community that you have helped,” a donation appeal from Heintzelman said.

Donations in the form of checks should be made payable to Hellertown Halloween Parade and mailed to: Hellertown Halloween Parade, 326 Main St., Hellertown, PA 18055.

The route of the parade is circular. It begins at the school district campus and proceeds from there down Walnut Street to Main Street; Main Street to Water Street; Water Street to Rentzheimer Drive; Rentzheimer Drive to Durham Street; Durham Street to Constitution Avenue; and then down Constitution to return to where it began. Main Street traffic is typically detoured onto Front Street.

Spectators are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes to the parade, which has been a Saucon Valley community tradition for decades.

There is no rain date for the parade.

For more information about becoming a parade sponsor or to register to participate in this year’s parade, email Heintzelman at da***@HF***.com. More information is also available on the Facebook page, where updates about this year’s parade are being shared.

In addition to the parade, residents may also want to put the date for Trick-or-Treat in Hellertown borough on their calendars.

This year’s Trick-or-Treat will be held Tuesday, Oct. 31 from 6 to 8 p.m. Residents who plan to hand out candy should leave their porch lights on during that time.

14 Hellertown Property Owners Cited for Snow Removal Violations

Along with higher snowfall totals, there has been an increase in the number of snow removal warnings and citations issued by the Borough of Hellertown’s Department of Code Enforcement this winter.Est. Read Time: 2 minsCompared to the past couple of years the winter of 2024 has been relatively snowy so far, with several ...

Along with higher snowfall totals, there has been an increase in the number of snow removal warnings and citations issued by the Borough of Hellertown’s Department of Code Enforcement this winter.

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Compared to the past couple of years the winter of 2024 has been relatively snowy so far, with several storms dumping as much as a foot of snow on the area.

Hellertown Borough Hall is visible at Main and Water streets as heavy snow falls around it. (FILE PHOTO)

Along with the increase in snow, there has also been an increase in the number of snow removal warnings and citations issued by the Borough of Hellertown’s Department of Code Enforcement.

According to zoning and codes officer Kris Russo’s monthly report submitted in advance of Tuesday’s borough council meeting, since Jan. 8 fourteen Hellertown property owners have received citations and three have been issued written warnings. Warning notices are issued at the borough’s discretion, and require owners to remove snow within 24 hours of receipt.

“There was a lot of enforcement with snow,” Russo told council during the meeting.

Nine of the property addresses on Russo’s citation list were on Main Street. Others were on E. Saucon Street, Maple Road, Easton Road, Juniper Road and Wagner Avenue.

Under the Hellertown borough code, it is “the duty of owners of property abutting on sidewalks and walkways in the Borough to remove there-from all snow, sleet or ice within 24 hours after the same has ceased to fall or accumulate thereon.”

Exceptions are granted only under limited circumstances outlined in the ordinance, including when snow or ice is so hard that removing it could damage a sidewalk and/or injure someone.

Fines for violating the snow removal ordinance start at $25 for a first offense and increase to $1,000 for a fourth or subsequent citation.

Recipients of citations can also be charged what it cost the borough to remove the snow from their property, plus administrative costs.

Additional information about the snow removal ordinance and how it is enforced may be found on the borough website.

New Wawa Opens Near Hellertown (PHOTOS)

The new Wawa on Rt. 412 in South Bethlehem opened Thursday with giveaways and special promotions, some of which will be available to customers through the weekend.The new Wawa at Commerce Center Boulevard and Rt. 412 (Hellertown Road) in Bethlehem opened Thursday. The store was already doing a brisk business Thursday afternoon, perhaps in part because of grand opening promotions it is offering guests....

The new Wawa on Rt. 412 in South Bethlehem opened Thursday with giveaways and special promotions, some of which will be available to customers through the weekend.

The new Wawa at Commerce Center Boulevard and Rt. 412 (Hellertown Road) in Bethlehem opened Thursday. The store was already doing a brisk business Thursday afternoon, perhaps in part because of grand opening promotions it is offering guests.

The new Wawa on Rt. 412 in South Bethlehem opened Thursday with giveaways and special promotions, some of which will be available to customers through the weekend.

The convenience store and its attached gas station are located on the site of the former Chris’s diner, across from the Commerce Center Boulevard entranced to Majestic Bethlehem Center, which is part of Lehigh Valley Industrial Park VII. Each day thousands of vehicles pass by the intersection, which is about a mile north of the I-78 interchange along the Bethlehem-Hellertown border.

In addition to typical Wawa amenities such as self-serve coffee, public restrooms, fee-free ATMs, lottery, a deli counter, frozen foods and a baked goods case, the store features self-checkout registers and a beer section. There are also full-service registers and a seating area, which is required under Pennsylvania law in convenience stores and grocery stores that sell alcoholic beverages.

In celebration of the store’s opening, guests can enjoy free coffee (any size) along with $4 Shorti hoagies and 99-cent fountain sodas (any size) until Sunday, Dec. 17.

As of Thursday, the price of a gallon of regular unleaded gas was $3.25, which is about 10 cents below the current average price for the area, according to AAA data.

The new Wawa will be open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and is the fifth store operated in the Bethlehem area by the Delaware County-based company.

A gallon of regular unleaded gas was just $3.25 Thursday at the new Wawa on Rt. 412.

A customer peruses the chilled beverage options in the new Wawa store near Hellertown.

The store features a typical Wawa store layout, with the deli and prepared foods area located at the center along the back wall. Customers can place their orders on self-service kiosks located in front of the deli counter.

After a construction period that lasted approximately six months, the new Wawa was ready to welcome its first customers just 10 days before Christmas.

Wawa purchased a liquor license to be able to sell beer and wine in the new store.

In celebration of the store’s grand opening, customers at the new Wawa are being treated to free coffee until Sunday.

A Pennsylvania Lottery kiosk, ATMs and an ice chest are located at the rear of the new store, near the restrooms.

Another special being offered for the grand opening is a deal on Wawa Shorti hoagies.

The baked goods case is located near the coffee area.

Customers can choose their favorite flavor of Wawa coffee and customize it to their liking in the store’s coffee bar area.

LVHN eyes Hellertown's old Champion spark plug factory, a Superfund site, for new hospital

HELLERTOWN, Pa. — Lehigh Valley Health Network is looking to expand again, with a proposal to construct a “micro-hospital” and medical offices on the former Champion spark plug factory property, at the borough’s border with Bethlehem.A sketch plan and other renderings available for public view at the Hellertown Borough offices indicate intentions to place a three-story building on a 7.5-acre lot at 1770 Main St. — an old Superfund site.Property features, usesThe first floor would feature a...

HELLERTOWN, Pa. — Lehigh Valley Health Network is looking to expand again, with a proposal to construct a “micro-hospital” and medical offices on the former Champion spark plug factory property, at the borough’s border with Bethlehem.

A sketch plan and other renderings available for public view at the Hellertown Borough offices indicate intentions to place a three-story building on a 7.5-acre lot at 1770 Main St. — an old Superfund site.

Property features, uses

The first floor would feature a so-called "micro-hospital," while the upper two floors would involve medical office uses. The inside would offer about 90,000 square feet of total floor area.

“The hospital will be a licensed and accredited acute-care hospital, open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, housed in a state-of-the-art facility,” according to LVHN. “Patients requiring surgery or higher levels of care will be stabilized and transferred to other, larger LVHN hospitals as needed.”

Saucon Source was the first to report the plans.

Main Street and Hellertown Road run to the east of the property, with Interstate 78 running perpendicular to its north.

“The hospital will be a licensed and accredited acute care hospital, open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, housed in a state-of-the-art facility. Patients requiring surgery or higher levels of care will be stabilized and transferred to other, larger LVHN hospitals as needed.”
Lehigh Valley Health Network

The property sits within the Highway Commercial and Flexible Redevelopment Overlay zoning districts, although FRO was “not utilized,” according to project documents. The proposed medical uses would be permitted on the property as a matter of right.

Hospital visitors and doctors would make use of the proposed 359 parking spaces, along with eight Americans With Disabilities spots.

The borough has approved a variance related to building height. Zoning ordinances call for a maximum medical office height of 40 feet, while the proposed building would stand at 45 feet.

The facility is planned to take up just over 9% of the property and would propose a maximum of 73% of impervious coverage.

Other features of the proposed property would involve the following:

The Hellertown Planning Commission heard more on the sketch plans at its July 11 meeting.At the meeting, Rob de Beer — representing one of the developing groups with the project, Peron Development — said his company has been in contact with the lot’s current owners for over a year, with an acquisition agreement underway.

Looking ahead

According to LVHN, if approved, construction would depend on the timing of approvals from Hellertown Borough as well as PennDOT regarding affects on traffic. But developers are looking to share formal development plans with officials next month.

Borough officials said that they and developers would work to streamline traffic flow and minimize light pollution affecting neighbors near the potential new development.

LVHN also houses a family medicine facility further down Main Street, just across from the Hellertown Borough offices.

“These hospitals will provide closer access to emergency and inpatient care for residents where they live and work, when and where they need it."
Lehigh Valley Health Network

If the second Main Street facility is approved, it would make for the third LVHN neighborhood hospital, as construction has begun on two other facilities in Lower Macungie and Gilbertsville, Montgomery County.

“These hospitals will provide closer access to emergency and inpatient care for residents where they live and work, when and where they need it,” LVHN said in an email.

Developer Peron Development brought all the plans to the attention of the borough, filing on June 28 for a municipal sketch plan review. Officials discussed the project at its July 11 planning commission meeting.

Bohler Engineering, of Bethlehem, completed the project’s sketch plan. Cerminara Architect of Hillsborough, New Jersey, along with Petrucci Development and McMahon Associates of Exton, Chester County, have all been involved with producing the initial plans and other required documents for the project.

A Superfund site

The lot was a Superfund site, one where hazardous materials have been dumped or mismanaged. The Superfund designation allows federal agencies to begin cleanup efforts.

Paikes Enterprises Inc, of Quakertown, bought the Champion spark plug plant property for $800,000 in 1988, according to Northampton County tax parcel records.

For 45 years until 1975, the Hellertown Manufacturing Co. produced spark plugs on the site. As a result, the disposal of manufacturing wastes — such as zinc plating waste and trichloroethylene, a chemical component of solvents — into “unlined lagoons” caused soil and groundwater to become contaminated, according to the Environmental Protection Agency.

Officials placed the site on a national priority list in 1989.

EPA began designing and making moves to remedy the property, and in 1994 completed the installation of an impermeable cover over the lagoon. The groundwater treatment system was completed in 1996.

The treatment system operated with some setbacks over the years, but was stopped in 2012 “to evaluate contaminant levels under static groundwater conditions.”

The groundwater system, when operating, treats the groundwater and pumps it to nearby Saucon Creek. That process is warranted under a state permit.

EPA over the years also completed a soil-gas survey, spring-seep study, soil sampling and vapor intrusion study on nearby properties.

The lot will see its next five-year review in 2025. The last one in 2020 concluded "that the remedy continues to be protective of human health and the environment in the short-term.”

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