Welcome to Gluco Lodge Personal Care Home

The owners and management of Gluco Lodge Personal Care Home have over 40+ years of experience in the health care industry and formal training in health service and administration.

In addition to providing personal care services, Gluco Lodge Personal Care Home has taken it a step further by implementing additional level of care that addresses Diabetes. Diabetes is recognized as a vastly growing concern of which effects millions of people. We have concluded that working as a group, it's much easier to manage a common problem, and almost always leads to greater and positive results.

With that in mind, our community as a whole focuses on managing this condition through a daily low carb diet and special programs offering a variety of activities. Our program delivers on a daily basis, three meals, three snacks and three activities all broken up throughout a full day. With a special menu, certified chef and a daily management program consisting of education, exercise and diet along with regular blood monitoring and diet adjustments practiced on a set schedule. We have made it possible for those who are diabetic or not to come together and enjoy a meal and an active lifestyle without the weight of compromise.

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Respite Care in Stroudsburg, PA

Short-Term Senior Care in Stroudsburg, PA

If your loved one needs temporary support, respite care in Stroudsburg, PA can provide a safe, comfortable place to stay while receiving personalized assistance. Gluco Lodge offers short-term respite care in our warm, family-owned personal care home in the scenic Cherry Valley of the Pocono Mountains.


A respite stay can also give older adults and their families an opportunity to experience life at Gluco Lodge before making a decision about long-term personal care.


Whether your family is exploring future care options or needs temporary support for an aging loved one, our team is here to help you understand whether respite care may be the right fit.

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What Is Respite Care for Seniors?

Respite care is a short-term care option for older adults who need temporary support in a residential setting. Instead of making an immediate commitment to long-term personal care, a respite stay allows a senior to spend a limited period of time in a supportive community.


For family caregivers, short-term care can provide reassurance that a loved one has access to assistance while the family navigates a temporary change in their usual caregiving arrangement.


At Gluco Lodge, respite care can also serve another important purpose: helping prospective residents experience our community before deciding whether they would like to make Gluco Lodge their long-term home.


Families looking for ongoing support can also explore our personal care options for seniors to learn more about life at Gluco Lodge.

Who May Benefit From a Short-Term Respite Stay?

Every family's situation is different. A respite stay may be worth considering when an older adult temporarily needs more day-to-day support or when a family wants an opportunity to experience personal care before making a longer-term decision.


Respite care may be helpful for:

  • Families exploring personal care for an aging parent or loved one
  • Older adults who would like to experience community living before considering a longer-term stay
  • Family caregivers who temporarily cannot provide their usual level of support
  • Seniors who could benefit from a supportive residential environment for a short period
  • Families navigating a change in an older adult's living or caregiving arrangements

Because every resident has different needs, families should speak directly with Gluco Lodge about their situation, the support their loved one requires, and current respite care options.



If you are unsure whether your loved one may need more ongoing assistance, our guide to when it may be time for a personal care home can help you recognize common signs.

Experience Life at Gluco Lodge Before Making a Long-Term Decision

Choosing a personal care home for someone you love is a significant decision. Photographs and online research can tell you about a community, but they cannot fully show you what daily life there feels like.


A respite stay can give a prospective resident time to become familiar with the environment, meet staff and other residents, and experience the community firsthand before the family considers a longer-term arrangement.


This can also help families learn more about their loved one's preferences. Does your parent enjoy having other people nearby? Do they appreciate having support available? How do they feel about the routines and environment of a personal care community?


Gluco Lodge encourages families who are uncertain about long-term placement to ask about our respite program. Our existing respite option allows prospective residents to experience the community for a short stay before deciding whether Gluco Lodge feels like home.


Families who would like to visit before arranging a stay can also learn what to expect during a personal care home tour.

Ask About Respite Care at Gluco Lodge

If your family needs temporary senior care or wants to experience Gluco Lodge before considering a longer-term move, we invite you to talk with our team about respite care.


Gluco Lodge Personal Care Home is located at 1127 Kemmer Town Road, Stroudsburg, PA 18360, in the scenic Cherry Valley of the Pocono Mountains.


Contact Gluco Lodge today to ask about respite care availability, discuss your loved one's individual needs, or schedule a visit to our community.

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AWARD WINNING

We have been graced with the honor of winning Best Personal Care Home in the Poconos in the Pocono Record Community's Choice Awards for many years in a row.
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SPECIALIZED

Our staff consists of PCA's, CNA's, LPN's and RN's who engage in ongoing education. They are trained in CPR/First Aid, Diabetic and medication administration.
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FULL SERVICE

Personal laundry and linen services, housekeeping, religious services, 3 nutritious meals and snacks provided daily, medication administration and assistance with activities of daily living. We also offer respite and day care options.
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ACCESSIBLE

Our quiet, peaceful, yet energetic home is located just minutes from Lehigh Valley Hospital-Pocono and St. Luke's Hospital Monroe Campus, and a short driving distance from many of the Pocono Mountain area attractions.

Contact Us Today

If you or your loved one is ready for personalized, compassionate care in a home-like setting, we’re here to help.


Call Gluco Lodge today to schedule a tour, discuss care options, or learn more about how we can support your family’s needs.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • Do you have to be a diabetic to reside at Gluco Lodge Personal Care Home?

    Everyone is welcome at Gluco Lodge Personal Care Home. You can simply look at what we do as a healthier take on adult living.

  • What if you're not sure this is the best place for your loved one?

    Have your loved one come and stay with us for a couple of weeks as part of our respite care program. Share a meal with us. Take a tour. Experience first-hand how we strive to meet individual needs together.

  • What level of care does Gluco Lodge Personal Care Home provide?

    Gluco Lodge Personal Care Home lends a helping hand to assist with daily needs, yet promotes independence in residents' lives. Our vigorously trained and NAs, CNAs, LPN, and on-call RNs are available 24 hours a day.

  • What is personal care?

    Personal Care is a supportive living arrangement in which residents are encouraged to be as independent as possible with the availability of assistance when necessary. Food, shelter, and services including, but not limited to, bathing, dressing, dietary and medication management, housekeeping, and activities are provided.

  • Can I continue to be seen by my own doctors?

    Yes. You can continue to see your own doctors at their offices or they may visit you at Gluco Lodge Personal Care Home. You also have the opportunity to be seen by our wonderful staff that consists of NAs, CNAs, LPNs, and on-call RNs. All of which are available 24 hours a day!

  • Do you provide furnishings?

    Most residents prefer to bring their own personal items from home, but we would be happy to provide you with a bed, dresser, nightstand and lamp, and a comfortable chair.

  • Is cable provided?

    Yes. Each room is equipped with WIFI, a standard 26” flat-screen, high-definition television, and Blue Ridge Communications Cable access.

  • Is the food good?

    It sure is! Providing good food to our residents is extremely important to us. Mealtime for residents is something they look forward to. We welcome you to come on a lunch tour with us to taste the greatness for yourself!