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Seniors seeking a seaside retirement destination with plentiful sunshine and warm weather may find Hollywood, Florida, ideal. Conveniently situated on the Atlantic coast between Miami and Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood has lots to offer seniors, who make up 17% of the city’s approximately 155,000 residents. Retirees can stroll surfside along the 2 1/2-mile-long Hollywood Beach Boardwalk, stop for lunch at a waterfront eatery, then head downtown to take in an exhibit at the Art and Culture Center or attend a festival or free concert. Those who favor outdoor pursuits can hike, fish or take an environmental boat tour at the 1,501-acre Anne Kolb Nature Center, then visit Florida’s largest farmers market to stock up on garden-fresh produce.
Assisted living communities are a great option for seniors who need a bit of daily assistance but still want to maintain their independence. These communities offer personalized care and support with daily tasks, along with meals, housekeeping and transportation services to promote worry-free living. In Hollywood, FL, the average cost of care in these facilities is $4,385 per month, which is a bit higher than the state median of $4,000.
Check out this guide for more information about assisted living costs, options for financial assistance and local organizations that offer free support services and programs for seniors.
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 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.
According to Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey, assisted living in Hollywood costs an average of $4,385 per month.
While costs in Hollywood are $385 more expensive than the Florida state median, they’re still lower than the national average. Seniors in Hollywood pay $115 less per month than they would in the average American city.
While cities such as Cape Coral have similar rates, Hollywood is expensive compared to some cities, including North Port, where costs are $240 lower. Orlando, which has the same costs as the state median, is also less expensive. Lakeland and Tampa are both over $1,000 less expensive. However, Hollywood is affordable compared to cities in northern Florida. Rates in both Jacksonville and Tallahassee are over $200 higher. Nearby Naples is also more expensive, with the state’s highest rates of $5,300.
Note: Data for Hollywood was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Miami, was used instead.
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:
For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in Florida.
| Contact | Description | |
| City of Hollywood Adult & Senior Activities | (954) 921-3404 | Seniors and older adults in Hollywood can take advantage of an array of life-enriching programs and activities at community centers throughout the city. Organized by the Parks, Recreation, & Cultural Arts Department, the exact offerings vary between locations and may include fitness classes, arts and crafts, dance lessons, computer and other educational classes and card and board games. The centers also host common-interest clubs, wellness programs, congregate lunches, support groups, safe driving courses and planned social events. |
| Broward County Transit TOPS Program | (954) 357-8400 | Seniors with age-related or physical disabilities that prevent them from using Broward County Transit’s fixed-route bus service may qualify for the company’s door-to-door, paratransit Transportation Options Program. BCT also offers the Transportation Disadvantaged Program, which provides rides at no cost to low-income seniors who meet the disability criteria. |
| Broward County Veterans Services | (954) 357-6622 | Senior veterans, their spouses and survivors can get help determining their eligibility and applying for state and federal benefits through Broward County’s Department of Veterans Services. The department’s team of Veterans Services Officers can assist veterans with obtaining their service records and completing and filing applications for VA disability compensation, state and federal pensions and Aid & Attendance and Housebound Allowance pension top-up benefits, which may help cover assisted living expenses. |
| Florida Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (954) 597-2266 | Residents of Hollywood assisted living facilities can contact the Florida Long-Term Care Ombudsman office in nearby Tamarac for assistance addressing complaints about their living conditions and care. The program’s trained volunteer ombudsmen can investigate complaints and act as intermediaries to get them resolved. Ombudsman can also advise seniors about their legal rights as residents of long-term care facilities. |
| Senior Citizen Law Project | (954) 765-8955 | The Senior Citizen Law Project, operated by Coast to Coast Legal Aid of South Florida, provides pro bono legal advice and representation to Hollywood residents aged 60 and older. This not-for-profit law firm can assist with a wide range of civil legal matters of relevance to seniors, including public benefits, such as Medicaid, Medicare and Social Security, financial exploitation, consumer law and long-term care. |
| Elder Grant Program | (954) 921-3408 | The Fred Lippman Multipurpose Center, operated by the City of Hollywood, is home to the Elder Grant Program, which organizes and hosts free events and outings for senior residents. The program is made possible by funding from the Aging and Disability Resource Center of Broward County. |
| Aging and Disability Resource Center of Broward County | (954) 745-9779 | The Aging and Disability Resource Center of Broward County helps connect Hollywood seniors aged 60 and older with local, state and federal resources designed to enhance their quality of life. Trained ADRC staff man a helpline to provide seniors and their family members with access to long-term care options counseling, Medicare information, wellness programs and resources for those with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. |
Assisted Living Facilities in the Hollywood 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.
