Lakes Active Senior Living in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Lakes Active Senior Living is an assisted living community in Fort Lauderdale, FL.

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3700 North West 27 Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

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Overall Review of Lakes Active Senior Living

Pros

  • pro They describe Lakeview Retirement as definitely the place for a loved one.
  • pro Mrs Sonia Belle_Harriot and her staff are warm, compassionate, and provide professional care.
  • pro They feel peace of mind knowing their loved one is cared for by the Lakeview family.
  • pro They praise great food, a clean environment, and wonderful care at Lakeview.
  • pro Lakeview is described as a home away from home.
  • pro The service at Lakeview is characterized by integrity and compassionate care.

Review

Lakes Active Senior Living in Fort Lauderdale is best suited for families confronting dementia or Alzheimer's in a loved one and who want a warm, home-like environment where caregivers treat residents like family. The reviews depict a setting that embraces daily living with tenderness, where residents receive attentive, individualized care rather than feeling like clinical numbers. This community excels for those who need help with mobility, memory support, and everyday tasks while preserving dignity, comfort, and a sense of belonging. For families seeking a place that emphasizes integrity, compassion, and a familiar routines-based atmosphere, this is a strong, practical fit.

Those who should consider alternatives are those prioritizing highly specialized medical oversight or advanced nursing acuity. If research or planning shows a need for robust 24/7 skilled nursing on-site, extensive medical management, or highly structured clinical programming beyond memory care, it’s prudent to compare options that explicitly advertise deeper medical capabilities. Similarly, families with tighter budgets or differing lifestyle priorities, where more independent living or a more clinical, institutional feel is desired, may find other communities better aligned with those goals. The absence of explicit details about certain clinical services means diligence is essential before making a final commitment.

The strongest positives center on the caregiving culture. Staff are described as warm, compassionate, and professional, people who treat residents like family rather than visitors passing through a shift. This level of interpersonal consistency translates into real peace of mind for relatives, especially when a loved one is dealing with dementia and mobility challenges. The perception that care comes with integrity and genuine concern reduces the typical anxiety around placement, enabling families to entrust daily routines, meals, and safety to the team with confidence. It is this human-centric approach that most clearly offsets potential concerns about impersonality or anonymity in a care setting.

Food quality and cleanliness are consistently highlighted as standout strengths, reinforcing the sense that Lakes Active Senior Living is a true “home away from home.” A clean environment paired with nourishing meals contributes to stability, appetite, and mood, which are critical for residents navigating cognitive decline. The positive tone surrounding these everyday comforts matters just as much as medical or memory-care specifics because contentment in daily life often translates into better cooperation with staff, fewer behavioral challenges, and easier transitions between activities and rest. In practical terms, these elements reinforce trust and satisfaction for families weighing where to place someone who thrives on routine and familiar cues.

From a decision-making perspective, the key balance emerges clearly: the community’s human-focused care, home-like atmosphere, and reliable daily living support largely offset the lack of explicit detail about advanced medical services. For families prioritizing a compassionate, low-stress home environment for dementia care, Lakes Active Senior Living stands out as a prudent, well-regarded choice. If the situation calls for more intensive medical oversight or a different care continuum, it remains wise to verify staffing ratios, on-site nursing capabilities, and the availability of therapy or specialized memory-programming before committing. A thoughtful visit with candid questions is the prudent next step.

Features

Housing

  • 6 resident community capacity 6 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Board and Care Home Board and Care Home
  • Respite Care Respite Care

Amenities

  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (7 miles away) Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (7 miles away)

Care Services

  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Description

Lakes Active Senior Living in Fort Lauderdale, FL is a vibrant and welcoming assisted living community that offers a range of care services for seniors. Our dedicated staff provides personalized assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, and transfers, to ensure the comfort and well-being of our residents.

At Lakes Active Senior Living, we understand the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Our team works closely with health care providers to coordinate necessary medical care and medication management. We also offer diabetes diet options and cater to special dietary restrictions to promote optimal health for our residents.

Our beautiful community boasts an array of amenities designed for convenience and relaxation. Residents can enjoy delicious meals served in our inviting dining room or take advantage of our fully furnished accommodations. We provide housekeeping services to ensure a clean and comfortable living environment.

Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate our garden and outdoor space, perfect for enjoying fresh air and nature. For those needing transportation assistance, we offer coordination for medical appointments as well as transportation to doctors' appointments.

In addition to providing exceptional care services, Lakes Active Senior Living also understands the importance of socialization and engagement. We offer scheduled daily activities for residents to participate in and make new friends. Nearby cafes, parks, pharmacies, restaurants, physicians, transportation options, and hospitals offer convenient access to additional amenities and resources.

Choose Lakes Active Senior Living for a warm and supportive community that prioritizes your loved one's well-being and independence.

Nearby Places of Interest

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.6 miles)

Parks

  • Central Broward Regional Park (1.4 miles)
  • Royal Palm Park (2.1 miles)
  • Holiday Park (4.2 miles)
  • George English Park (5.3 miles)
  • Deicke Park (5.9 miles)
  • Hugh Taylor Birch State Park (6 miles)
  • Fort Lauderdale Beach Park (6.5 miles)

Physicians

  • Pom MRI and Imaging Center (1.6 miles)
  • Care Resource (2.9 miles)
  • Midland Medical Center (4.4 miles)
  • Arnoldo Ghitis, MD (4.6 miles)
  • Eye Centers Of South Florida (4.8 miles)
  • Miami Cancer Institute | Plantation (5.4 miles)

Restaurants

  • Matty's (3.7 miles)
  • Hunters (3.8 miles)
  • Scandals Saloon (3.8 miles)
  • Subway (3.8 miles)
  • Drynk Bar & Lounge (3.8 miles)
  • Georgie's Alibi (3.8 miles)
  • Village Pub (3.8 miles)

Transportation

  • Brightline (4.1 miles)
  • Cypress Creek Station (4.2 miles)
  • TSA Security Checkpoint (6.8 miles)
  • Terminal 3 (6.9 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (4.1 miles)
  • Habibi Hookah Lounge (5.5 miles)

Hospitals

  • UM/Sylvester Clinics At Plantation (4.9 miles)
  • University Hospital And Medical Center (5 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC DINE-IN Coral Ridge 1 (5.3 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church (5.9 miles)

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