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As part of the Miami metropolitan area, Lauderhill is located just minutes away from Fort Lauderdale and some of the most beautiful beaches on the east coast. An estimated 71,868 people live in Lauderhill, and nearly 14% of them are seniors aged 65 and up. Many older adults choose to settle in Lauderhill for its desirable climate. Like other cities in southern Florida, it receives no annual snowfall, and temperatures tend to be mild and pleasant throughout the winter months. World-class health care is in close range at Florida Medical Center, which offers urgent care and specialty services. Florida’s lack of state income tax and Lauderhill’s low cost of living make the city a smart choice for seniors who want to save money in their golden years.
The average monthly cost for assisted living in Lauderhill is $3,500. Rates vary depending on the facility, amenities and services provided.
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At $3,500, assisted living in Lauderhill is $200 cheaper than Florida’s average of $3,700 and $800 less than the national average of $4,300. South Carolina’s prices are nearly $300 more expensive at $3,988. Assisted living costs in Georgia are the same as those in Lauderhill. Alabama is cheaper at $3,150. In Mississippi, care is costlier with prices averaging $3,713.
Lauderhill offers some of the most affordable assisted living prices in southern Florida. Rates jump to $4,550 in Naples, and Cape Coral’s prices are similarly high at $4,500. In Punta Gorda, prices average $3,938, and in Port St. Lucie, they’re higher at $4,399. Orlando has assisted living costs on par with the state average. Tampa’s prices are much cheaper than Lauderhill’s at $3,225.
Note: Data for Lauderhill was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Miami, was used instead.
In Lauderhill and throughout Florida, Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Waivers reimburse residents for personal care services provided in an assisted living facility. It covers the cost of adult day health services, assistance of self-administration of medications and help with activities of daily living (ADLs).
To learn more about Florida’s HCBS Waiver, eligibility requirements and how to apply, visit our Assisted Living in Florida page.
| Contact | Description | |
| Area Agency on Aging of Broward County | (954) 945-9779 | The Area Agency on Aging provides many free resources and services for residents of Broward County. They include Medicare counseling, wellness education classes, caregiver respite and unbiased advice that can help seniors select an assisted living facility. Its website also has a directory of programs that provide assistance to people still living at home. |
| Broward County Veterans Services | (954) 357-6622 | Broward County Veterans Services helps seniors, their spouses and other dependent family members file claims for benefits they may be entitled to. Residents can talk to a trained Service Officer to find out what benefits they’re eligible for and learn how to apply. Service Officers also handle military record requests and appeals to decisions made by the VA. |
| Legal Aid Service of Broward County | (954) 765-8950 | Low-income Lauderhill residents could be eligible for free civil legal aid, advice and court representation from this organization. Its attorneys help with matters related to family law, consumer rights and tax disputes. Seniors can contact the organization for assistance with future planning, including writing a will and advance care directives. |
| Senior Community Service Employment Program | (855) 850-2525 | The Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) provides paid job training for seniors who are unemployed and low-income with poor prospects for work. Seniors train for approximately 20 hours per week in schools, hospitals, daycare centers and other community service settings. To qualify, Lauderhill seniors must have a household income that doesn’t exceed 125% of the federal poverty level. |
| Senior Corps Volunteer Opportunities | (954) 484-7117 | As part of the South Florida Institute on Aging, Senior Corps offers several volunteer opportunities for older adults in Broward County. Seniors can volunteer to provide respite to family caregivers, mentor children, teach technology classes or serve at a food bank near them. |
| Sadkin Community Center Senior Programs | (954) 321-2450 | At the Sadkin Community Center, seniors can enjoy social activities, educational programming and a variety of engaging special events held throughout the year. The Community Center offers several ways for older adults to stay active and fit, including yoga, exercise classes, swimming and walking groups. |
Lauderhill assisted living facilities are required to comply with Florida’s regulations and laws regarding staffing, health and safety standards, accommodations and medication administration. See our Assisted Living in Florida page to learn more.
