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Fort Lauderdale Health Ctr in Oakland Park, FL

Fort Lauderdale Health Ctr is a nursing home community in Oakland Park, FL.

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Fort Lauderdale Health Ctr

1730 E Commercial Blvd, Oakland Park, FL 33334

To contact a resident: (954) 771-2300

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

4.8 from 102 reviews
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Overall Review of Fort Lauderdale Health Ctr

common 40 reviews mention this

Staff feels caring and professional

Residents and visitors repeatedly describe staff as compassionate, professional, and attentive.

Across many reviews, families highlight kindness and professionalism from the people working on-site, including nurses, aides, therapists, and administrative support. Several reviewers say communication and responsiveness helped them feel confident about care, and others specifically thank individuals by role or name. A few negative reviews also mention breakdowns in coordination and communication, but the overall pattern in the reviews emphasizes supportive staff.

common 25 reviews mention this

Facility stays clean and well kept

Multiple reviews mention a clean, well-maintained environment.

Many reviewers describe the facility as clean, tidy, and well kept, and some add that residents look well cared for in everyday living. Several also mention renovations or the facility looking improved. One dissatisfied review contrasts that by describing sticky floors, but it stands out against the broader set of cleanliness comments.

common 14 reviews mention this

Rehab therapy helps with recovery

Reviews frequently connect therapy to improved strength and mobility.

A repeated theme is rehabilitation support through therapy sessions, with reviewers describing staff helping residents regain strength and mobility after surgery. Some people specifically credit therapy departments or individual therapists for professionalism and dedication, and a few reviews say the overall plan helped outcomes match or exceed expectations. One critical review raises concerns about falls and outcomes during a specific stay, which is the exception to the otherwise positive recovery-focused reports.

common 2 reviews mention this

Food gets praise from families

A couple of reviews specifically praise the food and dining experience.

Some reviewers mention meals positively, including one comment about cafeteria food being warm and ready rather than served cold. Another short review says the community had good food and notes that there was a chef. These mentions are limited compared with the broader volume of staff and care feedback.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Communication and coordination problems

Some reviews report issues with communication and care coordination.

While many reviews emphasize attentive staff, two negative reviews describe problems coordinating transportation and documenting key information during a stay. One reviewer also describes repeated issues related to falls and safety precautions, and says the facility did not reach out afterward. These concerns appear in a small set of reviews, but they are serious enough to be called out directly.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.

Features

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Transportation

  • Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (8 miles away) Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (8 miles away)

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Oakland Park, Florida, offers a convenient and accessible location with various amenities within close proximity. There are multiple pharmacies in the area, including CVS Pharmacy and Walgreens, making it easy to pick up medications and health essentials. For medical needs, there are several physicians' offices nearby, such as Eye Centers Of South Florida and Midland Medical Center. Additionally, there is a range of dining options available, from fast food chains like McDonald's to casual dining spots like Peter Pan Diner. Places of worship like Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church provide spiritual support for residents, while the AMC DINE-IN Coral Ridge 1 theater offers entertainment options. Public transportation is easily accessible at Cypress Creek Station for those who prefer not to drive. Overall, this neighborhood provides a mix of healthcare services, dining choices, entertainment venues, and transportation options that cater to senior living needs.

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0 miles)
  • Walgreens (0.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.7 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.8 miles)
  • Winn-Dixie (1.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.8 miles)

Physicians

  • Eye Centers Of South Florida (0.6 miles)
  • Midland Medical Center (1.5 miles)
  • Care Resource (2.4 miles)
  • Rand Eye Institute (6 miles)
  • Pom MRI and Imaging Center (6.4 miles)
  • Florida Endovascular A (7.7 miles)

Restaurants

  • La Bamba III (0.6 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.6 miles)
  • Peter Pan Diner (1.6 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.8 miles)
  • Scandals Saloon (1.8 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (2 miles)
  • Shooters Waterfront (2 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church (0.8 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC DINE-IN Coral Ridge 1 (1.4 miles)

Transportation

  • Cypress Creek Station (1.8 miles)
  • Brightline (4.7 miles)
  • Terminal 1 (8.1 miles)
  • Delta Air Lines Ticket Counter (8.1 miles)
  • Fort Lauderdale Airport- Arrivals Pickup (8.1 miles)
  • Car Rental Center (8.1 miles)
  • TSA Security Checkpoint (8.2 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (2.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (3 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.8 miles)

Parks

  • Royal Palm Park (3 miles)
  • George English Park (3.4 miles)
  • Hugh Taylor Birch State Park (3.7 miles)
  • Holiday Park (3.9 miles)
  • Fort Lauderdale Beach Park (5.1 miles)
  • Central Broward Regional Park (5.7 miles)
  • Firefighters Park (7.7 miles)

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