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Assisted Living in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Fort Lauderdale is the quintessential South Florida oceanfront community, offering 7 miles of white sand beaches and close proximity to big-city amenities in nearby Miami. The city’s population of 182,000 includes approximately 32,000 individuals aged 65 and older. Seniors living in Fort Lauderdale enjoy a tropical climate and budget-stretching benefits, including significant savings on long-term care, below-average health care costs and no state income tax. Foodies, history buffs and cultural aficionados can explore the downtown Riverwalk Arts & Entertainment District, while outdoor enthusiasts can swim, fish and picnic at Hugh Taylor Birch State Park or practice their swing at the public course in Oswald Park.

Assisted living facilities provide support to people who can’t live independently. According to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey, you can expect to pay $4,385 per month for an assisted living community in Fort Lauderdale. The city is more affordable than the national average ($4,500) but more expensive than Florida’s typical cost ($4,000). 

Our guide will compare costs and explain your options so you can make an informed decision. We’ll also give an overview of state laws and local resources to help you understand assisted living in Fort Lauderdale.

13 Assisted Living communities in Fort Lauderdale, FL | 20 nearby communities

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1. Royal Palm Senior Residence

5121 NE 19th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33308

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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2. Williamsburg Landing

1776 NE 26th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33305

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (855) 430-2394

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3. Villa Rio Vista

1115 S.E. 6th Terrace, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33316

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 956-0235

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4. Belmont Village Fort Lauderdale

1031 Seminole Drive, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33304

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 975-4278

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5. Oasis Living Quarters

2855 W Commercial Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33309

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (866) 981-1799

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6. The Meridian at Waterways

3001 E Oakland Park Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33306

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 983-0331

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7. The Garden of Health, INC

1910 NE 56th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33308

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (866) 984-3845

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Annie's Retirement, Fort Lauderdale, FL

8. Annie’s Retirement

1650 NE 62nd Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33334

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (833) 949-3263

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E7 Home Care, Fort Lauderdale, FL

9. E7 Home Care

1451 West Cypress Creek Road, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33309

Home Care, Personal Care

Call for Pricing (877) 843-7557

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10. Salmos23 assisted living facility

2801 NW 55th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33313

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 853-5446

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Hidden Palms, Fort Lauderdale, FL

11. Hidden Palms

2675 N Andrews Ave suite a, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33311

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 867-8105

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Palms Villa Retirement Home, Fort Lauderdale, FL

12. Palms Villa Retirement Home

2131 NW 28th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33311

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 874-4734

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Royal Palm Residence, Fort Lauderdale, FL

13. Royal Palm Residence

1961 SW 70th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33317

Residential Care

Call for Pricing (877) 876-4096

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20 matching communities nearby Fort Lauderdale

1. Pacifica Senior Living Forest Trace

5500 NW 69th Avenue, Lauderhill, FL, 33319

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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2. Stratford Court of Boca Pointe

6343 Via de Sonrisa del Sur, Boca Raton, FL, 33433

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (855) 430-2394

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3. Pacifica Senior Living Sunrise

4201 Springtree Drive, Sunrise, FL, 33351

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 956-0235

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4. Brookdale Deer Creek

2403 W. Hillsboro Boulevard, Deerfield Beach, FL, 33442

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 975-4278

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5. The Peninsula Assisted Living & Memory Care

5100 W Hallandale Beach Blvd, Hollywood, FL, 33023

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 981-1799

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6. HarborChase of Coral Springs

2975 NW 99th Way, Coral Springs, FL, 33065

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 983-0331

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7. Grand Villa of Deerfield Beach

1050 SW 24th Ave, Deerfield Beach, FL, 33442

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 984-3845

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8. Vi at Aventura

19333 West Country Club Drive, Aventura, FL, 33180

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (833) 949-3263

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9. Jacob’s Tender Loving Care Assisted Living Facility

7000 NW 6TH Street, Plantation, FL, 33317

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

From $4400 / mo

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10. Miami Gardens Manor, Inc.

915 NW 175th Street, Miami Gardens, FL, 33169

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

From $3000 / mo

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11. Courtyard Plaza

15520 NW 2nd Avenue, North Miami, FL, 33169

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (877) 867-8105

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12. Independence Hall

1639 NE 26th St, Ft Lauderdale, FL, 33305

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (877) 874-4734

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13. Angel Care

2821 NE 18th Street, Pompano Beach, FL, 33062

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (877) 876-4096

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14. Sunny Days Assisted Living

1845 Garfield St, Hollywood, FL, 33020

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (877) 881-2933

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15. Cherry Oak Active Senior Living Residence

9057 NW 57th Street, Tamarac, FL, 33321

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (877) 892-7839

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16. Avalon Park Retirement Residence

604 Nw 62Nd Ave, Hollywood, FL, 33024

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 897-5038

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17. Covenant Living of Florida Assisted Living & Memory Care

9215 West Broward Avenue, Plantation, FL, 33324

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (877) 949-3278

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18. Seaside Hallendale Beach

2091 South Ocean Drive, Hallandale, FL, 33009

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (877) 987-3784

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19. Hollywood Beach Retirement Home

1722 Madison St, Hollywood, FL, 33020

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 996-2447

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20. Caring Village of Davie

4681 S.W. 66th Ave., Davie, FL, 33314

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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What is Assisted Living?

Hundreds of thousands of American seniors utilize assisted living, a figure that is only growing. For these seniors, assisted living combines residential housing,assistance in daily activities, and some healthcare. These communities also strive to provide an atmosphere that is comfortable and engaging for their residents… Read More >

COVID-19 Rules and Restrictions for Assisted Living in Fort Lauderdale

COVID-19 restrictions and rules for Assisted Living Facilities are typically set by the state – to see the rules in your state, you can read our guide to Assisted Living in Florida. Keep in mind that there may be other policies that communities put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.

Paying For Assisted Living in Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale shares assisted living costs with the broader Miami area. There, it costs an average of $4,385 per month.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Fort Lauderdale

Assisted living in Fort Lauderdale costs less than the national average of $4,500. However, prices in the city are higher than Florida’s typical cost of $4,000, which is about 10% less than in Fort Lauderdale.

$4385

Fort Lauderdale

$4000

Florida

$4500

The United States

Assisted living costs in Fort Lauderdale sit near the middle of the pack when compared to other places in Florida. Three cities are less expensive: Gainesville, Tampa and Orlando. Gainesville is the cheapest, at $2,350 per month, while Orlando is closest to Fort Lauderdale’s price at $4,000 per month. Four cities are more costly than Fort Lauderdale, including the state’s capital, Tallahassee. Naples is the most expensive, at $5,300 per month, or about 21% more than Fort Lauderdale. Tampa costs about $2,000 less than Naples, while Panama City is $696 more expensive than Fort Lauderdale.

$4385

Fort Lauderdale

$2350

Gainesville

$4660

Jacksonville

$5300

Naples

$4000

Orlando

$5081

Panama City

$4650

Tallahassee

$3350

Tampa

How to Get Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Fort Lauderdale

More ways to pay for assisted living in Florida

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in Florida.

Fort Lauderdale Assisted Living Resources

 ContactDescription
City of Fort Lauderdale Club 55+(954) 828-7275 The Fort Lauderdale Parks and Recreation Department administers the Club 55+ Program at 12 parks throughout the city. The program offers a wide range of age-appropriate activities for older adults. Eligible residents can qualify for a reduced annual membership fee to enjoy art and golf lessons; board games; yoga, tennis, Zumba and line dancing classes; group outings and monthly special events.
Broward County Transit TOPS Program(954) 357-8400Broward County Transit’s Transportation Options program provides shared-ride paratransit services for Fort Lauderdale seniors who cannot use fixed-route buses due to functional disability. Individuals who meet the program’s criteria and have income at or below 225% of the federal poverty level may qualify for the Transportation Disadvantaged Program, which provides rides at no charge for health care, shopping, social and other activities.
Aging and Disability Resource Center of Broward County (954) 745-9779The Area Agency on Aging of Broward County operates the Aging and Disability Resource Center, which connects Fort Lauderdale residents aged 60 and older with aging-related programs and services. With a single phone call to the ADRC helpline, seniors can access personalized counseling about health insurance and long-term care, guidance on elder rights, information about health and wellness programs and referrals to county, state and federal resources that can help cover the cost of assisted living services.
Broward County Veterans Services (954) 357-6622Experienced Veterans Services Officers at the Broward County Veterans Services office in Fort Lauderdale are available to help senior veterans learn about and apply for service-related benefits. VSOs can determine seniors’ eligibility and assist with filing applications for disability compensation, VA pensions and supplemental monthly benefits through the Aid and Attendance and Housebound Allowance programs.
Florida Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program(954) 597-2266Trained volunteers with the Florida Long-Term Care Ombudsman district office in Tamarac make regular visits to check conditions in Fort Lauderdale assisted living communities and advise residents about their rights under state and federal laws. Ombudsmen also investigate complaints and act as resident advocates to get issues resolved.
Senior Citizen Law Project (954) 765-8955Fort Lauderdale residents aged 60 and older may be eligible for free legal assistance through the Coast to Coast Legal Aid of South Florida’s Senior Citizen Law Project. This nonprofit organization provides help with civil legal matters related to Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security and other public benefits, debt collection, consumer issues and financial exploitation.
Florida Department of Elder Affairs SHINE Program(800) 963-5337Volunteers with the DOEA’s SHINE program offer free counseling to Fort Lauderdale seniors about Medicare, including eligibility, enrollment, coverage issues and filing appeals. SHINE volunteers can also help seniors access programs to defray the cost of Medicare premiums and out-of-pocket prescription drug costs. Assistance is available over the phone or in person at the program’s two counseling sites in Fort Lauderdale.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Fort Lauderdale

Assisted Living Facilities in the Fort Lauderdale area are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined at the state level. For an overview of those rules and regulations, see the information below. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.

Laws and Regulations for Assisted Living in Florida