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161 Assisted Living Facilities near Fort Lauderdale, FL. VIEW
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9.6
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35 reviews
the staff at Meridian at Waterways allowed our loved one to adjust and were kind. Our loved one has gotten seriously injured and not there currently. We would recommend this community to other families who's...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Meridian at Waterways redefines senior living. Our community in Fort Lauderdale, Florida delivers a distinctive lifestyle experience, from spacious, well-designed apartment homes with convenient features to delicious dining, spectacular views of the Intracoastal Waterway and daily activity...
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8.9
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30 reviews
My husband and I are currently residents at Belmont Village Fort Lauderdale and most everything has been great for us here, so far. Overall, it has been a great experience. The care here is excellent. I...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
AT BELMONT VILLAGE, YOU WILL FIND THE PERFECT BLEND OF COMFORT, CARE AND ACTIVE LIVING. THE HIGH-RISE COMMUNITY IS NESTLED IN THE HEART OF FT. LAUDERDALE, SURROUNDED BY PREMIER DINING, SHOPPING AND ENTERTAINMENT. WE ARE ONE BLOCK FROM THE BEACH AND HUGH TAYLOR BIRCH PARK.BELMONT OFFERS...
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8.0
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5 reviews
What our family likes the most about the Williamsburg Landing community are the large rooms they have for the residents. Also the food was really good. Staff is excellent. Nursing is the best anywhere she's...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
As an assisted living residence, Williamsburg Landing is committed to offering the full continuum of care. Our assisted living programs are designed for residents who cannot live independently, yet do not require skilled nursing care. Our dedicated staff provides assistance with daily activities...
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9.8
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326 reviews
Things that stuck out about Pacifica Senior Living Sunrise - Not as expensive as other facilities but is just as nice. Staff is friendly. Place is very clean. Staff have been terrific! There are not...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Pacifica Senior Living Sunrise provides excellent assisted living and memory care options for seniors in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Our ideal location among many quality shopping centers and restaurants creates a wonderful setting for seniors to enjoy retirement life.Our intimate community is an...
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9.5
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13 reviews
My mom is currently a resident at Five Star Premier Residences of Pompano Beach. I would recommend them to others. It's exactly what we needed (sooner than when we moved her in, but isn't that usually the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
For over 22 years, Premier Residences of Pompano Beach has served the needs of our residents in our beautiful Ocean View community. As part of the Five Star Senior Living family, we proudly provide both Independent Living and Assisting Living services and amenities that cater to the needs of...
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9.4
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63 reviews
Living at Presidential Place has been great for my loved one. She raves about the food. They are always willing to go above and beyond to make sure she is happy. I highly recommend! Keep up the good work!
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Once you enter Presidential Place you will find a warm, home like atmosphere with friendly faces and supportive staff. Presidential Place offers spacious apartments with seven different floor plans to choose from. We offer a diverse and enriching activity program. Our staff is here to serve your...
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9.2
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13 reviews
i just moved from i.l. at park summitt to a.l. at park summit they take care of my needs 3 meals a day cloths that need washes look in on me etc the events at i.l. at park summit are better tham a.l. for me...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Park Summit is a premier continuing care rental retirement community, offering independent living and assisted living. We are located approximately 20 miles northwest of Fort Lauderdale, in the city of Coral Springs, on seven beautifully-landscaped acres. We are conveniently located a short...
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9.1
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129 reviews
This is my opinion, but I would have to give all the overall ratings a 4 and if there was a category for management I would have to give them a 3. Their is very little direct interfacing with the residents ...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Preserve at Palm-Aire provides the highest quality of geriatric care, assisted and independent living in the Pompano Beach, Florida area, including innovative memory care designed specifically for those affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Every resident receives unique and...
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9.0
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8 reviews
My loved one is currently a resident at Five Star Premier Residences of Hollywood and overall the experience has been good. My loved one is very happy there, with the facility, food and staff. As of now, I...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At Five Star Premier Residences of Hollywood, you’ll find beautifully appointed independent living and assisted living apartments with services tailored to what you need most. Looking for a year-round home? We’re here. You’ll find restaurant-style dining, a spacious activity center, numerous...
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8.9
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4 reviews
I would definitely recommend to others. The staff is very helpful and polite. The food was very good. The overall service was great. They kept in contact with me to give me updates.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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8.8
Review score
191 reviews
The reason we give the quality of care a 3 is because the wrong meds were given to our loved one. He was only there a few months before he passed away. The biggest positive was the staff that work directly...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Discover Luxury Senior Living Escape to Pacifica Senior Living Forest Trace. Journey beyond the predictable and uninspiring. Escape the ordinary. Discover affordable luxury senior living at Pacifica Senior Living Forest Trace. Here you can immerse yourself in an exclusive lifestyle reserved for...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.6
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17 reviews
I would recommend it to others- staff is friendly and takes good care of my Aunt. They have limited activities but enough to keep her active. They are responsive and helpful. I don't have to worry about her...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Formerly Classic Residence by Hyatt in Plantation Write your next chapter today. enjoy embrace engage enrich Are you ready to embrace a whole new level of independence? Classic Residence in Plantation is the community where you'll find The Vital Elements that are important to living life to...
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8.4
Review score
69 reviews
Well, like every place they are always short staffed! [name removed], my friend had to hire 2 private people to attend to her. A person looking for: high end, high class Would not like this place at...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Building an Exceptional LifeWe are an assisted living and independent living community for seniors where you can find a wonderful retirement lifestyle that lets you trade the hassle and stress of living at home for comfort and relaxation surrounded by other seniors just like you.Our intimate...
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8.4
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27 reviews
It has been a good experience. The staff has been fantastic in helping with the transition. I chose this community because it dealt only with memory loss.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
HarborChase of Tamarac Memory Care, located in Tamarac, Florida specializes in caring for your loved ones with memory impairment issues. HarborChase offers a spacious and secure facility, known for our Life Enrichment and Our Family Partnership Programs. The staff at HarborChase of Tamarac takes...
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8.4
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21 reviews
I would say that Wickshire is a good place with a few problems any place will have. "No place is perfect. But the place is very attractive & the staff is friendly! I like having my own space. There are great...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Located near shopping, golfing and nature preserves, Wickshire Tamarac offers Assisted Living and Memory Care in Tamarac, Florida, in a vibrant community tailored to older people who seek a simplified lifestyle. Our professional staff provides discreet support 24/7. Without the burdens of...
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8.0
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54 reviews
My mom was only there for about 3-4 months. She wasn't happy being there and wanted to be with family so my brother bought a house so she could live with him. Her daily needs were met such as meds and food...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Sonata at Coconut Creek offers assisted living and memory care options for seniors in Coconut Creek, Florida. Our community is conveniently located nearby the promenade at Coconut Creek, Butterfly World and many restaurants and shops.Play pool with friends, relax by the fireplace with a good book...
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8.0
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1 review
The Palms is a great place to live. The facility is brand new and the staff is so kind and checks on the residents ever 2 hours. The food and service is 1st class. There is a nurse on duty 24 hours and the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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They are phenomenal! It was a great find and a great recommendation. Attention that they give everyone is just great. They are very lovable and the way that they handle everything is so professional and...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
We provide safe, high quality compassionate care in a homelike setting, while maintaining privacy, independence and respect to all residents. We also provide hands-on individual care, supervised assistance with medication, freedom of family visit outings, and many stimulating activities by a...
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We are very pleased with my mothers move to this community. Everything is working out very well, this is a very nice facility. We are comfortable with her move to this facility. They are providing her with...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
A family owned and operated business founded in 1964, Victoria Villa is renowned as a leading facility caring for those requiring specialized assisted living. Our facility recognizes the need for a non-institutionalized approach for seniors with cognitive and memory impairments. Daily...
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7.7
Review score
14 reviews
My loved one is currently a resident at The Court at Palm Aire and the overall experience has been good. [Name removed], in admissions and marketing, is amazing. The facility has had a lot of staff turnover...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Court at Palm-Aire is a continuing care retirement community, offering independent & assisted living and many ancillary wellness services, in the exclusive neighborhood of Palm Aire in Pompano Beach. In addition to spacious apartments, three chef-prepared meals daily, weekly housekeeping &...
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7.0
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4 reviews
Independence hall apartments are spacious and have abundant storage at a reasonable cost. The facility is like a quaint boutique hotel, although smaller than the larger independent facilities, getting around...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Independence Hall is licensed as both an independent and assisted living facility, and is located in Wilton Manors, a suburb of Fort Lauderdale, FL. Our residents enjoy the gardens and gazebos on our property, and like feeling part of Independence Hall and the surrounding community. We have a...
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6.5
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119 reviews
My loved one was not participating, in activities but they were awesome. We picked this community because, the people were amazing, they went out of there way, and it was the best experience from start to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Oasis Living Quarters is a 278-apartment retirement community located on more than 18 acres of extensively landscaped grounds in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. Our community caters to independent living, assisted living, and memory care residents.Our excellent location provides seclusion from traffic and...
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Our experience with Majestic Memory Care has been a good one, it's a very nice place! The staff is very friendly, professional, and take great care of the residents. The facility is wonderful. It's clean,...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Majestic Memory Care Center has a fine tradition and outstanding reputation of providing loving care to those suffering from Alzheimer's disease and Dementia. Majestic is a secure community in which residents live in a spacious, bright and well kept environment. Majestic continues to work closely...
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[[name removed] who is the Executive Director is one of the most compassionate person I ever meet, she really loves her residents and staff and advocate for everyone in her facility .I would trust my loved...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Sunrise, Florida's Colony Club Senior Rental Community, located at 3799 Pine Island Road, is a residential facility specializing in providing care for elderly people who suffer from Alzheimer's disease and memory loss. At the Colony Club, a full range of programs and services are offered in a...
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My mother now lives at Vizcaya..... It looks like abeach resort. Just a walk across the street to beautiful beach access. Open sunny courtyard with tons of palms. Really pretty. I was amazed by the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Vizcaya by the Sea is a large assisted living facility that also offers optional nursing care. We are located in sunny Pompano Beach, FL right across the street from the Atlantic Ocean. Sea breezes cool and refresh our lushly landscaped outdoor common areas in a gorgeous tropical setting. We...
Cost of assisted living in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The average cost of senior living in Fort Lauderdale is $3,283 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include West Park, FL with an average of $3,025 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Fort Lauderdale, FL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Fort Lauderdale, FL vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about assisted living in Fort Lauderdale
Recent reviews for assisted living in Fort Lauderdale
Grand Villa of Delray East in Delray Beach, FL
3.8
I’ve met some nice people. The food could be better I will say. Other than that I’m alright. All the help is good. I love the staff including [name removed], [name removed]and [name removed]. The driver is very accommodating. I wish there was more activities other than that I really have no ...
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Willow Bay at Deerfield Beach
4.5
I had my dad over there for about 2 years. The facility and staff took excellent care of my dad during his end days. They were very caring and genuine during his stay there for him. I know that the building can be upgraded, but the care is second to none. My aunt is there now too. Awesome
Heart To Heart Inc Assisted Living Facility in Hollywood, FL
4.1
When I was in need of a short stay for my spouse, we used Heart-to- Heart. From the initial point of contact to visiting the home, I knew this was the right place. The staff are professional, friendly and caring. As well as providing a home friendly, clean environment, with home cooked meals. ...
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Fort Lauderdale review score based on 227 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 227 reviews of 122 Fort Lauderdale assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Fort Lauderdale review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
Fort Lauderdale review score compared against nearby cities
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Fort Lauderdale, FL122 facilities
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Review subcategories for Fort Lauderdale assisted living
When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 227 reviews of 122 Fort Lauderdale assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Fort Lauderdale resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Fort Lauderdale, FL averageNational average
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Fort Lauderdale assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fort Lauderdale assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fort Lauderdale, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Fort Lauderdale assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Fort Lauderdale that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
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Doctor on call
Doctor on call
54.9%
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24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.6%
98.7%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.2%
98.9%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.2%
55.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.1%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.9%
98.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
44.3%
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Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
52.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Fort Lauderdale assisted living
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Fort Lauderdale Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Fort Lauderdale, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
51.6%
50%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
13.9%
30.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
49.2%
40.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.3%
13%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Fort Lauderdale assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Fort Lauderdale partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fort Lauderdale, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.6%
25.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.3%
37.5%
No sugar
No sugar
21.3%
35.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
1.6%
5.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Fort Lauderdale assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Fort Lauderdale communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fort Lauderdale, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.6%
29%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
18.9%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
18%
33%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.7%
15.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fort Lauderdale assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Fort Lauderdale offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fort Lauderdale, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
20.5%
43.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.4%
29.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10.7%
28%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
29.5%
48.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
24.6%
46.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.1%
51.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
14.8%
38.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.4%
30.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
17.2%
35%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
19.7%
43.9%
Live performances
Live performances
24.6%
44.5%
Dances
Dances
13.9%
26.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.8%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.1%
43.1%
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State regulations for Assisted Living in Fort Lauderdale
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for Assisted Living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Florida Assisted Living regulations will help you understand how Assisted Living communities in Fort Lauderdale protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
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