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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Fort Lauderdale, FL
If you’re looking for independent living in the Fort Lauderdale area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Fort Lauderdale. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 163 independent living facilities in Fort Lauderdale, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Jenada Isles, Sunrise Key and Coral Estates.
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Very happy with the nursing staff at this community you can really tell that they care about their residents. Dad has even been getting great physical therapy and has gotten stronger and healthier since he'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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24 reviews
Moving my mom out of a larger supposedly luxury community on the intercoastal. Let me tell you, pay more money but doesn't mean that the staff is going to be good.... I am so happy that we found Independence...
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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39 reviews
I looked at several assisted living facilities for my mother. I chose Meridian at the Waterways. Because to me, it was a small facility, and seemed much more like family. I watched the interactions of the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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31 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
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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.
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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18 reviews
We picked them because of the rent / fees, cleanliness and possibilities of activities.. Most of all, it is peaceful and quiet. Meals too are great. Overall, it has been great and I don't have any complaints
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.
Five Star Premier Residences of Hollywood is a full-service senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Located between Fort Lauderdale and Miami in Hollywood, Florida, and on a beautiful, gated 22-acre campus with serene lakes and sparkling fountains...
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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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9.4
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14 reviews
I’ve only been here for two months, but I’ve been To another place, and this is much better. The food is very good. The people here are very nice. Places very well maintained and kept extremely clean. 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 30 years, Five Star Premier Residences of Pompano Beach has served the needs of our residents in our beautiful 10 story Intercoastal rental community. We are conveniently located on A1A less than 2 miles North of Lauderdale by the Sea. As part of the Five Star Senior Living family, we...
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65 reviews
My mom was very unhappy living in a facility, though I think these folks tried to help her as much as they could. Wish I had understood that she would have had to move to a different facility in order to...
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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71 reviews
The facility - Waterside Landing - provides an excellent environment for elder care special needs residents. Our sister requires the comprehensive oversight as she has memory disabilities. Even so, she has...
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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9.0
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18 reviews
My father has only been at Park Summit for a few months but so far I have been very impressed. When we first visited and he first moved in, everyone was so nice and I figured that was part of the sales...
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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8.9
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18 reviews
Overall, the community is nice, the employees go out of their way to make you feel at home. I do not care at all for how the dining room is run. When my mother moved in and went to the dining room for 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.
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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8.8
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136 reviews
Everything is working out great for Mom at the preserve, her apartment is perfect for her..meals are great..facility outstanding..activity levels and very outstanding staff who are happy to assist, even as...
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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8.7
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201 reviews
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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.
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...
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8.5
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2 reviews
The Palms at Plantation is a new facility. It’s a beautiful place. The interior allows in lots of sunlight and is covered in light colors that remind me of hotels close to the beach. It was the right size...
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 Palms at Plantation is a unique boutique style community that truly makes it different and delightful. Built on the site of a former plant nursery, it’s fitting that care, growth and nurturing are in our very soil. And our ideal location just 20 minutes west of the beautiful beaches of Ft....
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8.5
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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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8.3
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55 reviews
Facility is clean and bright Staff friendly. Lots of activities for residents to partake in. Orientation to the facility of resident and family of resident could improve. Food is okay. Monotonous. Pets...
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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8.2
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26 reviews
My mom was very reluctant at first to attend this, or any facility for respite care. She spent a month at Wickshire and she was pleasantly surprised I think. She appeared happy every time I visited, and...
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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16 reviews
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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5.2
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124 reviews
What we like the most about Oasis Living Quarters is the location, pool, and friendliness. Also the easy access to outdoors from 1st floor entrance. We would recommend this community to other families based...
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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1.5
Review score
20 reviews
We chose Colonial at Fort Lauderdale because I wanted a facility with both assisted living and memory care, and they provided that. The location is great, and the rooms are large and airy and have a large...
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.
Colonial Assisted Living at Fort Lauderdale is truly unique within assisted living communities located in Broward County, Florida. This newly renovated community has been featured in many design editorials and is competing for the nation’s best designed affordable assisted living award.From the...
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2.5
Review score
3 reviews
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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They took my mom at the last moment when another place didn't work out, and I was grateful. She's been there since. It is good! She is going to need a lot more care in the near future, but I feel that they...
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 Residence at Dania Beach offers a caring assisted living community to those seniors who are seeking to get the memory care that they need in the great city of Dania Beach, Broward County, Florida. Residents will find that this area is a beautiful one to live in. Dania Beach offers award...
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My mother has been in the Caring Village Facility for over six years now. Honestly at 92, I don’t think she’d be around if it were not for her care there. Every time I go to visit I am so impressed by 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.
EXCELLENT ALTERNATIVE TO A NURSING HOME!VIP Care Pavilion is a personalized, secured, family owned and operated Assisted Living Facility, specializing in the care of seniors with Alzheimer's and other memory disorders as well as mobility impairment. Owner Scott Colton and Alzheimer’s Advocate...
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I am happy with the choice to move too Emerald Park I really like it so far. It is a very clean and well maintained community and house keeping come and clean my room through out the week. Everyone here is...
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.
When you choose a Holiday lifestyle, we simplify things for you. Hollywood is perfectly located between Fort Lauderdale and Miami and offers its residents a laidback and relaxing setting in which to live life to the fullest. Boasting one of America's best beach boardwalks, as named by Travel +...
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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.
PERSONALIZED CARE AT GOD’S VIP SENIOR HAVEN!We are special because we are a small facility that caters to the needs of twenty privileged residents. Smaller is better because your loved one does not get lost in the shuffle. We deliver that personalized care at all-inclusive pricing that assures...
Cost of independent living in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The average cost of senior living in Fort Lauderdale is $3,620 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hallandale Beach, FL with an average of $3,561 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Ft Lauderdale
Recent reviews for independent living in Ft Lauderdale
Pacifica Senior Living Forest Trace in Lauderhill, FL
4.6
We chose Pacifica Senior Living Forest Trace because I thought they had more to offer and it looked a lot cleaner. I just thought it would be a better fit for my mom compared to others we saw and it has turned out to be so. Mom has a studio and it works well for what she needs.
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.
Banyan Place in Boca Raton, FL
5.0
We're very pleased with how things have turned out at Banyan Place! The facility itself is nice looking, clean, and very well kept. The staff is friendly and professional, and the owner was easy to work with a big help throughout the whole process! It's been a bit of an adjustment for our loved ...
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Ft Lauderdale independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ft Lauderdale independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ft Lauderdale, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ft Lauderdale independent living
Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Ft Lauderdale partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.5%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.3%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
24.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.4%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.8%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Ft Lauderdale independent living
Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Ft Lauderdale communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
17.5%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
20.4%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.8%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ft Lauderdale independent 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 independent living communities in Ft Lauderdale offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
24.3%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.5%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.6%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.2%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
26.2%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35.9%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.4%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.4%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20.4%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
21.4%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
26.2%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
17.5%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.6%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25.2%
46.1%
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Williamsburg Landing, Grand Villa of Delray East and Independence Hall are the top-rated independent living facilities near Fort Lauderdale, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 163 independent living facilities near Fort Lauderdale, Florida. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Fort Lauderdale, Florida are Grand Villa of Delray East, Seaside at Hallandale Beach Senior Living and Grand Villa of Deerfield Beach. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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