Choosing assisted living raises a lot of questions. Here are straightforward answers about Colonial Gardens Residences, a licensed assisted living facility at 2801 NW 55th Ave in Lauderhill, Florida. If your question isn't here, call or text (954) 484-1960.
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Common questions
How much does Colonial Gardens cost?
Assisted living starts at $3,500 per month in a shared room. Private rooms are available at a higher rate; call for pricing. Memory care starts at $5,000+ per month. Your exact rate is confirmed after a pre-admission assessment.
Are private rooms available?
Yes. We offer shared rooms, which start at $3,500 per month for assisted living, and private rooms at a higher rate. Call (954) 484-1960 for current private room pricing and availability.
Is there a buy-in or entrance fee?
No. We don't charge a buy-in or entrance fee.
Do you accept Medicaid?
Yes. We accept Florida Medicaid Long-Term Care (SMMC LTC) through participating plans, along with private pay. The State of Florida determines eligibility; the ADRC of Broward County Elder Helpline, (954) 745-9779, can start a screening. See our Medicaid assisted living page for more.
Do you offer memory care?
Yes. Memory care starts at $5,000+ per month and is provided in a secured neighborhood with keypad doors, door alarms and a gated garden. Staff complete Florida's required Alzheimer's and dementia training.
Are doctors and nurses available?
Doctors and nurses are available on call, and we coordinate with each resident's own physicians and pharmacy. We are a licensed assisted living facility, not a nursing home.
What languages do your staff speak?
Our staff speak English and Spanish.
Can residents bring pets?
No. Pets are not permitted at Colonial Gardens.
How do I schedule a tour?
Call or text (954) 484-1960 or use our online tour request form. Tours are available Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM, and Saturday, 10 AM to 3 PM.
When can family visit?
Families are welcome to visit and stay involved in their loved one's life. Call us for current visiting guidelines, and we'll suggest times that fit your loved one's routine.
How does the move-in process work?
First, call or tour. Next, we complete a pre-admission assessment, which Florida requires, to confirm we can meet your loved one's needs; this includes the required health assessment form completed by their physician. Then we review the residency agreement and pricing with your family and plan the move-in day together.
Can someone move in directly from the hospital?
Yes, when their needs fit assisted living. Please call before discharge so we can complete the pre-admission assessment in time.
Do you offer short-term respite stays?
Yes. Respite stays are available for caregivers who need a break or after a hospital stay. Call for availability and rates.
Is Colonial Gardens licensed?
Yes. We are licensed by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration as an assisted living facility, license #7249, for 128 beds, with a Limited Mental Health specialty license. We are not a nursing home.
Is Colonial Gardens under new ownership?
Yes. Colonial Gardens Residences, LLC has owned and operated the community since March 2026. Rooms and bathrooms have been remodeled. Many families know us by our former name, Colonial Assisted Living.
Talk with us
Call or text (954) 484-1960, or schedule a tour. Please don't send medical details through the website; we'll talk through your loved one's needs by phone or in person.