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Nursing Homes & Assisted Living in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Fort Lauderdale has 23 nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Browse honest ratings, staffing levels, and inspection history for every facility — transparent data from official government sources, free for families.
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Fort Lauderdale has 23 senior care facilities in Broward County, including 5 Medicare-certified nursing homes and 18 assisted living facilities. Broward Nursing & Rehabilitation Center (198 beds) is the only 5-star nursing home in the city and the largest skilled nursing facility in Fort Lauderdale.
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Total facilities
5
Nursing homes
18
Assisted living
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Total beds
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5-star nursing homes
Nursing home quality
Fort Lauderdale has one 5-star nursing home: Broward Nursing & Rehabilitation Center (198 beds, Medicare and Medicaid certified). The next tier down is Ft Lauderdale Health & Rehabilitation Center (169 beds, 4 stars). Two nursing homes hold 3-star ratings — Pearl At Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation And Nursing Center (206 beds, the largest in the city) and Aviata At The Sea - Harbor Beach (59 beds). Savoy At Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation And Nursing (116 beds) holds a 2-star rating.
About senior care in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale is the county seat of Broward County and a major South Florida metro hub. Senior care facilities are spread across the city's diverse neighborhoods, from the barrier island to inland communities. The primary hospital anchors for post-acute referrals are Broward Health Medical Center and HCA Florida Broward Hospital. Fort Lauderdale's assisted living market skews toward smaller residential settings — most of the 18 ALFs have under 50 beds.
About ratings in Fort Lauderdale
Quality in Fort Lauderdale nursing homes ranges significantly. One facility holds 5 stars and one holds 2 stars. We publish full CMS inspection records, staffing data, and government penalty history for every facility — free, no referral fees.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best nursing homes in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Fort Lauderdale has one 5-star CMS-rated nursing home: Broward Nursing & Rehabilitation Center (198 beds, Medicare and Medicaid certified). Ft Lauderdale Health & Rehabilitation Center (169 beds) holds 4 stars and is the second-highest rated option. Both accept Medicare for qualifying short-term rehabilitation stays following a hospital admission.
What assisted living options are available in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Fort Lauderdale has 18 assisted living facilities ranging from large communities to small residential-style homes. Most of the city's ALFs are under 50 beds, reflecting its urban residential character. Families looking for larger full-service communities with memory care or specialized programs may also want to consider nearby Pompano Beach and Boca Raton, which have broader markets.
How do I choose between a nursing home and assisted living in Fort Lauderdale?
Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24-hour licensed nursing care and are covered by Medicare for qualifying short-term stays after a 3-night hospital admission. Assisted living facilities offer housing and help with daily activities but are not covered by Medicare for room and board. Fort Lauderdale has more assisted living options than nursing homes. If your family member needs post-hospital rehabilitation or ongoing skilled nursing, a nursing home is the right fit. If they need daily assistance but are medically stable, an ALF is usually more appropriate.
Cost of care
What senior care costs in Fort Lauderdale, FL
| Care type | Fort Lauderdale (avg/mo) | vs. FL average |
|---|---|---|
| Assisted living | $5,100 | -7% |
| Memory care | $6,630 | -2% |
| Nursing home (shared room) | $9,600 | -3% |
| Nursing home (private room) | $11,100 | -3% |
| In-home care | $4,500 | +2% |
Fort Lauderdale is in the South Florida region, priced above the Florida state average for most care types. Figures are average monthly costs; actual pricing varies by facility, room type, and level of care needed. See the full Florida pricing guide for more cities.
Paying for care
How families pay for senior care in Florida
Medicare
Medicare does not cover assisted living. It covers skilled nursing facility care only after a qualifying hospital stay of at least three days, and only for a limited time. Room, board, and custodial care in an assisted living facility are private pay.
Medicaid
Florida Medicaid does not pay directly for standard assisted living, but the Statewide Medicaid Managed Care (SMMC) Long-Term Care program and the Optional State Supplement (OSS) provide funding assistance for eligible low-income seniors in participating assisted living facilities. Nursing home care is covered under traditional Medicaid for those who meet financial and medical eligibility.
VA benefits
Through the VA Aid and Attendance benefit, qualifying veterans and surviving spouses can receive up to $2,424 per month (2026 rates) toward assisted living costs, usable at any AHCA-licensed assisted living facility in Florida — not just VA-affiliated communities.
Read the full Florida assisted living cost guide or VA benefits guide for details and eligibility rules.
Top-rated nursing homes
Top-rated nursing homes in Fort Lauderdale, FL
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BROWARD NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER holds a 5-star CMS overall rating with 198 licensed beds — the highest overall rating CMS assigns among Florida nursing homes.
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FT LAUDERDALE HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER holds a 4-star CMS overall rating with 169 licensed beds — an above-average rating among Florida nursing homes.
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AVIATA AT THE SEA - HARBOR BEACH holds a 3-star CMS overall rating with 59 licensed beds — an average rating among Florida nursing homes.
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SAVOY AT FORT LAUDERDALE REHABILITATION AND NURSIN holds a 3-star CMS overall rating with 116 licensed beds — an average rating among Florida nursing homes.
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PEARL AT FORT LAUDERDALE REHABILITATION AND NURSIN holds a 3-star CMS overall rating with 206 licensed beds — an average rating among Florida nursing homes.
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