North Lake Retirement Home offers competitive pricing compared to the broader market in Broward County and across Florida. With a monthly cost of $1,300 for a semi-private room, residents benefit from substantial savings, as this rate is significantly lower than the county average of $2,902 and the state average of $3,009. For those seeking more privacy, a studio at North Lake is priced at $2,800, which also presents an attractive option relative to the county's average of $3,601 and the state's average of $3,823. These advantages not only make North Lake an economical choice but also reflect its commitment to providing quality care in a welcoming environment.
Floor plans
North Lake Retirement Home
Broward County
Florida
Semi-Private
$1,300
$2,902
$3,009
Studio
$2,800
$3,601
$3,823
Overall Review of North Lake Retirement Home
common5 reviews mention this
Meals and medication support
Residents describe daily help with meals and medication routines.
Several reviews say residents get support with getting fed and staying on schedule with medication. One reviewer specifically mentions staff bathing and providing medication, along with three meals a day. Others describe meals served at the table and day-to-day assistance that keeps residents clean and cared for. The community also offers restaurant-style dining and provides meals and diabetes- and special-diet support in its service details.
common5 reviews mention this
Dining quality and menu
Food is a frequent point of praise and feedback.
Dining comes up often, with multiple residents describing meals as included and regularly served, including at-the-table service. A couple of reviews focus on the menu itselfâone calls out improvements needed in menu creativity, while another says the food has improved after a new cook arrived. There are also negative comments about the dining room being less than clean. Overall, dining quality is consistently noticed, with both satisfaction and room for improvement.
caveat3 reviews mention this
Activities are limited
Reviews frequently describe a thin schedule of activities.
Some residents and families mention activities and community boards, but others say there are not enough things happening for residents. One reviewer asks for more activities for certain residents, while another says the community does little beyond housing and does not offer regular entertainment or groups. This mixed feedback suggests activity programming can vary depending on resident preferences and timing.
common7 reviews mention this
Cleanliness is mixed but discussed
Reviews mention cleanliness and upkeep in both positive and negative ways.
Multiple reviews describe the facility as clean and well kept, and several mention staff helping with practical needs like maintenance. A positive review also pairs cleanliness with respectful, well-run day-to-day care. On the other hand, a few reviews criticize conditions in rooms or common areas, including comments about the dining room being nasty and the facility feeling disgusting. Taken together, cleanliness is something residents and families watch closely, with experiences that vary across reviewers.
caveat11 reviews mention this
Staff treatment feels inconsistent
Some reviews complain of rude or unprofessional staff interactions.
A substantial number of negative reviews describe rude, unprofessional, or overly harsh treatment of residents and families. Several reviewers also connect their concerns to missing belongings or poor responsiveness when issues are raised. There are also a few reviews that soften the picture by saying some staff care, but the overall complaint theme is consistent across multiple accounts.
How we summarize
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Features
Housing
114 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Independent Living
Amenities
Activities on-site
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services off-site
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (4 miles away)
Miami International (18 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Incontinence care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Meals provided
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Activities off-site
Activities on-site
Arts and crafts
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Devotional activities offsite
Fitness programs
Games
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Languages Spoken
English
French
Spanish
Nearby Places of Interest
Pharmacies
CVS Pharmacy (0.3 miles)
Walgreens (0.9 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
Walgreens (1.8 miles)
Winn-Dixie (2.5 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.6 miles)
Walgreens (2.6 miles)
Restaurants
Tarks Of Dania Beach (0.9 miles)
Lime Fresh Mexican Grill (2.4 miles)
Wendy's (3.3 miles)
La Familia Tacos & Tequila (3.5 miles)
Subway (4.2 miles)
Serafina Miami (4.4 miles)
Marky S Hard Rock (5 miles)
Parks
Poinciana Park (1.7 miles)
Harry Berry Park (1.9 miles)
Topeekeegee Yugnee Park (2.6 miles)
South City Beach Park (3 miles)
Founders Park (4.9 miles)
Fort Lauderdale Beach Park (6.9 miles)
Holiday Park (7.7 miles)
Physicians
Stark Vision Hollywood Oakwood Plaza (1.8 miles)
Comprehensive Health & Wellness Center, P.A. (2.9 miles)
North Lake Retirement Home offers competitive pricing compared to the broader market in Broward County and across Florida. With a monthly cost of $1,300 for a semi-private room, residents benefit from substantial savings, as this rate is significantly lower than the county average of $2,902 and the state average of $3,009. For those seeking more privacy, a studio at North Lake is priced at $2,800, which also presents an attractive option relative to the county's average of $3,601 and the state's average of $3,823. These advantages not only make North Lake an economical choice but also reflect its commitment to providing quality care in a welcoming environment.
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114 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Independent Living
Activities on-site
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services off-site
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (4 miles away)
Community operated transportation
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Incontinence care
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Arts and crafts
Concierge services
Games
Planned day trips
English
Friendly staff, clean environment, and engaging activities.
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