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Pembroke Pines is a city located just north of Miami in southern Broward County. The city has a population of more than 173,000, with over 17% ages 65 and older. It offers mild winters with average January lows of around 57 degrees and hot summers with temperatures around 91. Seniors who enjoy getting out can shop at one of the local malls, including The Shops at Pembroke Gardens or the Pembroke Lakes Malls. They can also hike at the Chapel Trail Park Nature Preserve or tour the Frank Ortis Art Gallery.
The nine assisted living communities in Pembroke Pines have an average cost of around $3,500 per month. The actual cost can vary depending on the types of care, where the facility is located within the city and the number of amenities.
Note: Data for Pembroke Pines was unavailable, so data for the nearest area, Miami, was used instead.
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The average monthly cost of assisted living in Pembroke Pines is $3,500, according to the 2020 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. This cost is $200 less than the state average and $800 less than the national average. When comparing the cost of care with neighboring states, Pembroke Pines runs about the same as care in the state of Georgia but its cost is $350 less than care in Alabama. Facilities in the state of Mississippi cost around $213 more.
The cost of care may vary depending on the location within the state. Pembroke Pines assisted living facilities cost less than care in most areas aside from the Tampa area, which costs around $3,225 per month. Pensacola has a monthly cost of $3,805, and Jacksonville is around $4,150. Seniors care expect to pay $600 more in the Palm Bay Area and $200 in Orlando. Naples is one of the most expensive cities for care with an average cost of assisted living of $4,550 per month.
Low-income seniors who need help paying for assisted living in Florida may receive help through the Statewide Medicaid Managed Care Long-Term Care Program. This program pays for support services such as medication administration, grooming, meal prep, transportation and housekeeping. Learn more about how to apply for the program and the eligibility requirements at our Assisted Living in Florida page.
| Contact | Description | |
| Area Agency on Aging Broward County | (945) 745-9779 | The Area Agency of Aging for Broward County offers a variety of programs and services for seniors in assisted living in the area. It offers health and wellness classes, transportation services, Medicare counseling and technology classes. |
| Broward County Veterans Services | (954) 831-0420 | The Broward County Veterans Services office helps prior military members and their families obtain benefits and services. The VA provides health care, counseling and assistance transitioning from military to civilian life. The office can also help families locate national cemeteries for military burials. |
| Florida Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (888) 831-0404 | The Florida Long-Term Care Ombudsman helps improve the quality of life for seniors living throughout the state. The ombudsman also serves as an advocate for seniors who live in long-term care facilities. Employees from the office make frequent drop-in visits to ensure these facilities are maintaining the proper level of care and abiding by the laws and regulations set by the state. They also investigate complaints of elder abuse and help families come to a resolution. |
| Broward County Transit (BCT) | (954) 745-9779 | The BCT provides transportation to eligible seniors throughout the county to nutrition sites and for medical appointments. All vans are wheelchair-accessible and are available on a fixed-route schedule. |
| Southwest Focal Point Community Center | (954) 450-1060 | The Southwest Focal Point Community Center’s adult day center provides education, recreation and professional training programs for seniors. The site hosts many special events, including arts and crafts, health and fitness programs, tea parties and dances. The center also helps seniors sign up for insurance. |
Assisted living communities in Florida are regulated by the Agency of Health Care Administration. This agency ensures all communities comply with the laws and regulations in regard to medication administration, staffing, health and safety and quality of care. Learn more about these regulations at our Assisted Living in Florida page.
