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Henry's Retirement Ctr in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Henry's Retirement Ctr is an independent living community in Fort Lauderdale, FL.

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Henry's Retirement Ctr in Fort Lauderdale, FL

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Henry's Retirement Ctr

2137 NW 4th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311

To contact a resident: (954) 792-3334

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

4.6 from 36 reviews
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Overall Review of Henry's Retirement Ctr

common 30 reviews mention this

Staff care stands out

Residents consistently describe attentive, caring staff who get to know people well.

Across the reviews, residents and families repeatedly point to staff as the reason they felt comfortable, supported, and taken seriously. Multiple reviewers mention personalized attention, frequent communication, and responsiveness to changing needs, including help with medications and transitions. Even when experiences were negative, residents specifically call out staff behavior—either as a strength or a concern—showing how central staffing is to day-to-day experiences.

common 21 reviews mention this

Cleanliness and upkeep get praise

Many reviewers highlight a consistently clean, well-kept facility and rooms.

Several reviews focus on cleanliness and maintenance—spotless rooms, clean bathrooms, and an overall well-kept environment. Reviewers also describe updates and a facility that looks and feels cared for, with residents able to feel at ease in their living space. A smaller number of critical reviews also mention conditions like unaddressed room issues, reinforcing how much cleanliness shapes satisfaction here.

common 14 reviews mention this

Meals are a frequent focus

Dining is frequently described as home-like, fresh, and enjoyable.

Many families and residents describe the dining as a standout part of the experience, including home-style cooking, fresh meals, and a dining room that feels more like a family setting than an institutional cafeteria. Some reviewers also mention that meals are suited to health needs. A few reviews raise the opposite concern, saying the food wasn’t tasty or didn’t meet expectations, including one comment about weight loss.

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Activities and live entertainment

Live entertainment and social activities come up often in reviews.

Reviews describe a range of ways residents spend time, including socializing in common areas and enjoying entertainment such as weekly live music. Some families mention holidays and other recurring events, as well as outings like going to local places. The most negative comments about experience timing and engagement are limited, but at least one critical review says activities were lacking for the most part.

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Mixed experiences with care execution

A few reviewers report serious problems with medication handling and support.

While most reviews are positive about care, a small group describe issues such as incorrect medications, delays in getting medication, and needing outside help to ensure needs were met. These critical reviews also mention concerns with promises made during placement and dissatisfaction with food quality and security/support. One resident also describes day-to-day concerns related to meals and staff interactions.

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Features

Types of Care

  • Independent Living Independent Living

Transportation

  • Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (4 miles away) Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (4 miles away)
  • Miami International (24 miles away) Miami International (24 miles away)

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Fort Lauderdale, Florida offers a convenient and accessible location with a variety of essential amenities nearby. With multiple pharmacies within close proximity, accessing medications and healthcare services is easily manageable. In addition, transportation options are readily available including the Brightline train station and the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport for those looking to travel or have visitors. The area also boasts several parks for outdoor recreation opportunities, as well as a selection of restaurants to enjoy dining out. For medical needs, there are physicians' offices and hospitals nearby, providing easy access to healthcare services. Lastly, there are places of worship for spiritual fulfillment. Overall, this part of Fort Lauderdale provides a well-rounded community with all the necessities for senior living.

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (1 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
  • Winn-Dixie (1.9 miles)
  • AHF Pharmacy - Campus (1.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.2 miles)

Transportation

  • Brightline (1.2 miles)
  • TSA Security Checkpoint (3.9 miles)
  • Fort Lauderdale Airport- Arrivals Pickup (3.9 miles)
  • Delta Air Lines Ticket Counter (3.9 miles)
  • Terminal 3 (3.9 miles)
  • Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) (3.9 miles)
  • JetBlue Airways Terminal (3.9 miles)

Parks

  • Holiday Park (1.9 miles)
  • Central Broward Regional Park (2.1 miles)
  • George English Park (3.3 miles)
  • Royal Palm Park (3.4 miles)
  • Fort Lauderdale Beach Park (3.8 miles)
  • Hugh Taylor Birch State Park (3.9 miles)
  • Topeekeegee Yugnee Park (5.9 miles)

Restaurants

  • Boathouse at the Riverside (1.9 miles)
  • YOT Bar & Kitchen (1.9 miles)
  • Luigi's Coal Oven Pizza (2.3 miles)
  • The Floridian (2.3 miles)
  • Matty's (2.6 miles)
  • Hunters (2.7 miles)
  • Drynk Bar & Lounge (2.8 miles)

Physicians

  • Pom MRI and Imaging Center (2.7 miles)
  • Care Resource (2.9 miles)
  • Midland Medical Center (3.7 miles)
  • Eye Centers Of South Florida (5.1 miles)
  • Arnoldo Ghitis, MD (5.9 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC DINE-IN Coral Ridge 1 (4.4 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (5.3 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.4 miles)

Hospitals

  • UM/Sylvester Clinics At Plantation (5.7 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church (5.9 miles)

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