For families comparing assisted living in Sunrise, FL and nearby Tamarac, Colonial Gardens Residences is a short drive east on Oakland Park Boulevard. From Sunrise City Hall it's about 4.7 miles, around 9 minutes. From Tamarac City Hall it's about 6.2 miles, around 12 minutes. We're a licensed assisted living community in Lauderhill with 24/7 care and supervision, memory care and respite stays.
Two cities, one main road
Oakland Park Boulevard connects all three cities. Sunrise families can stay on it all the way east to NW 55th Avenue. From Tamarac, take Pine Island Road south to Oakland Park Boulevard, then turn east. You'll find us at 2801 NW 55th Ave, Lauderhill, FL 33313.
Being this close lets families keep everyday routines going: a Sunday meal together, a quick weekday check-in, a ride to the hairdresser your mother has used for years.
Choosing assisted living in Sunrise or Tamarac: a checklist
Use this list at every community you tour, including ours:
- [ ] Check the license. Look up the facility on Florida AHCA's site. Ours is standard assisted living license #7249 with a Limited Mental Health specialty license.
- [ ] Ask who's on duty overnight. We provide 24/7 care and supervision.
- [ ] Get prices in writing. Ours: assisted living from $3,500/month, memory care from $5,000/month, ask about private rooms, no buy-in fee.
- [ ] Ask how they'll be paid. We accept private pay and Medicaid long-term care through participating plans.
- [ ] See the bathrooms. Under new ownership since March 2026, our rooms and bathrooms have been remodeled with grab bars.
- [ ] Watch an activity. Visit when residents are active, not only at a quiet hour.
- [ ] Ask about dementia support. See how our memory care program works.
Everyday support
Residents get help with bathing, dressing, moving around safely and medications, as Florida assisted living rules allow. Three meals a day plus snacks are served in our dining room, and there's an activity calendar and company whenever they want it. Read the full list on our services page. We're an assisted living facility, not a nursing home, and we don't provide nursing or medical care. Residents keep their own doctors.
"A family member just got admitted into Colonial ALF. Let me say this; you can't beat the PRICE; very affordable with great service. …"
Local resources for Sunrise and Tamarac seniors
- HCA Florida Woodmont Hospital, 7201 N. University Drive, Tamarac, has 24/7 emergency care and an inpatient rehabilitation center.
- HCA Florida Westside Hospital, 8201 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation, is near Sunrise's southern edge.
- Sunrise Senior Center, 10650 W. Oakland Park Blvd., is run by the City of Sunrise for residents 55 and up. Call (954) 746-3670.
- The Tamarac Community Center, 8601 W. Commercial Blvd., hosts the City of Tamarac's senior program for adults 55+.
- The ADRC of Broward County is located in Sunrise at 5300 Hiatus Road. Its Elder Helpline is (954) 745-9779.
- Alzheimer's Association Southeast Florida Chapter: 24/7 Helpline at 1-800-272-3900.
Is it time?
Many Sunrise and Tamarac families call us after a parent has stopped driving, a spouse caregiver is worn out, or there's been a fall at home. You don't need to have every answer before you reach out. A conversation and a tour can help your family see whether assisted living, memory care or a short respite stay fits best right now, without any pressure to commit.
Sunrise & Tamarac FAQ
How long is the drive?
About 9 minutes from central Sunrise and 12 minutes from central Tamarac without traffic, both mostly on Oakland Park Boulevard.
Do you take Medicaid?
Yes, Medicaid long-term care through participating plans. Screening starts with the ADRC of Broward County, which is based in Sunrise.
Is this the former Colonial Assisted Living?
Yes. Colonial Gardens Residences is the same location under new ownership since March 2026.
Can my father stay short-term?
Yes. Respite stays are available. Our guide to the cost of assisted living also explains how longer-term costs work.
Come see us
Call or text (954) 484-1960 or book a tour.