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10 Best Nursing Homes in Fort Lauderdale, FL

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Fort Lauderdale is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 144 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Fort Lauderdale, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Fort Lauderdale is about $4,038, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 2156 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Fort Lauderdale, FL

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Photo of Lighthouse Inn North
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.
Photo of North Lake Retirement Home Inc
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.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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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.
Set on beautifully manicured grounds in Broward County, Atria Tamarac is a vibrant community designed to help older adults enjoy the benefits of a simplified lifestyle.This inviting residence offers a selection of studio, one- and two- bedroom apartments, each with a kitchen or kitchenette. Just...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
Holiday Beach Retirement Home is an assisted living community located in Hollywood, FL. Our community is located near beautiful beaches. Hollywood is popular because of its beautiful beaches and is a great place to spend time with our loved ones. Holiday Beach Retirement Home is devoted to...
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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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Cost of nursing homes in Fort Lauderdale, FL

The average cost of senior living in Fort Lauderdale is $4,038 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hallandale Beach, FL with an average of $3,899 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Fort Lauderdale, FL vs. nearby cities

Fort Lauderdale, FL
$4,038/mo
$4,070/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Fort Lauderdale, FL vs. the state and national average

Fort Lauderdale, FL
$4,038/mo
$4,302/mo
U.S. national average
$4,986/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Fort Lauderdale vs. other types of senior living

$4,014/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,038/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Fort Lauderdale, FL by room type

Semi-Private
$3,894/mo
Studio
$4,596/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,558/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,290/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,323/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Fort Lauderdale over time

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Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Fort Lauderdale

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Fort Lauderdale

Courtyard Plaza ALF in North Miami, FL

5.0
We have had no complaints at all. They always send me pictures of her doing activities and they say she is very active. The staff are very good communication, they are always updating me and sending pictures of different things. I would recommend Courtyard Plaza and already have.

Tuscan Gardens of Delray Beach

5.0
I live out of state, and it’s nice to know my dad is cared for and in a safe place. He really likes not having to cook and clean anymore and he enjoys the daily happy hours! The facility is beautiful and welcoming and the staff is very friendly.

Colonial at Fort Lauderdale in Lauderhill, FL

5.0
We chose this facility because i felt it was a homey place, it did not feel cold and institutionalized. My favorite part about this facility is the people there. The workers are very outgoing and will help in anyway they can. My mom has no complaints about the food, I have never eaten there ...
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Fort Lauderdale nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fort Lauderdale nursing homes 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 nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Fort Lauderdale that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Fort Lauderdale, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
39.4%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
36.7%
9.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
83.5%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
82.6%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
48.6%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25.7%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
82.6%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
34.9%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
41.3%
17.3%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Fort Lauderdale nursing homes

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 Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Fort Lauderdale, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
39.4%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
15.6%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
35.8%
5.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Fort Lauderdale nursing homes

Nursing homes 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
19.3%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.6%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
26.6%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.9%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Fort Lauderdale nursing homes

Our nursing homes 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
19.3%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
24.8%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
22.9%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.3%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fort Lauderdale nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes 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
25.7%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.4%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.7%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.3%
6.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
27.5%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.7%
6.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.3%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.2%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.9%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
27.5%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
17.4%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.8%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27.5%
0.4%
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There are 144 nursing homes facilities near Fort Lauderdale, Florida. See the full list.

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