Assisted Living in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
20 communities found
Families comparing senior living in Fort Lauderdale, Florida have 20 licensed assisted living communities to consider across Broward County, with a combined licensed capacity of 855 beds.
Fort Lauderdale has a mix of sizes, including 5 small residential homes licensed for six or fewer residents and 3 communities licensed for 100 or more, with a median of 16 beds.
The largest is Belmont Village Ft Lauderdale, licensed for 244 residents.
All listings below come from Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) licensing records, so you can compare every licensed option in town — care types, community size, and location — with no sign-up required.
If you're open to a short drive, nearby communities in Hollywood, Coral Springs, Plantation add more options within Broward County.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many assisted living facilities are in Fort Lauderdale, Florida?
There are 20 licensed assisted living facilities in Fort Lauderdale, Florida (Broward County), with a combined licensed capacity of 855 beds. All are licensed by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA).
How much does assisted living cost in Fort Lauderdale, Florida?
Florida's statewide median for assisted living is $5,610 per month for a private one-bedroom, according to the CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey, below the national median of $6,200. Prices in Fort Lauderdale vary with apartment size, care level, and amenities, so contact communities directly through this page for current pricing.
How do I choose an assisted living facility in Fort Lauderdale?
Start by comparing the licensed communities in Fort Lauderdale on care type, size, and location, then tour your top two or three. On a tour, ask about staff-to-resident ratios, care plans, month-to-month costs, and what happens if care needs increase.
Are assisted living facilities in Fort Lauderdale small homes or large communities?
The median licensed community in Fort Lauderdale has 16 beds. 5 of the 20 are small residential homes licensed for six or fewer residents, and 3 are licensed for 100 or more. Small homes tend to offer the same few caregivers every day, while larger communities usually have more activities, amenities, and staff on each shift.
Does Fort Lauderdale have memory care or other senior care options?
Florida does not yet issue a separate memory care license, so whether a Fort Lauderdale community offers a secured memory care wing, and which specialty licenses it holds (Extended Congregate Care or Limited Nursing Services), has to be confirmed with each community. You can verify any facility's license on AHCA's FloridaHealthFinder, or contact us and a senior care specialist will help you shortlist options at no cost.