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The Meridian at Waterways

(754) 212-3249

About The Meridian at Waterways

SOMH Fort Lauderdale Operating provides specialized memory care for individuals with Alzheimer's and dementia in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Our trained staff creates supportive environments where residents maintain dignity and connection. We understand how challenging this transition is for families—our approach prioritizes comfort, safety, and meaningful engagement.

Community at a glance

Capacity

130 residents

State license

#11969092, Licensed

Location

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Status

Listed in a public registry

Care & services offered

Assisted LivingMemory Care

Contact & location

3001 E OAKLAND PARK BLVD, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33306

(754) 212-3249

Florida inspection record

From the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA), which licenses and inspects The Meridian at Waterways. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and inspection reports

Florida's Agency for Health Care Administration lists 6 deficiencies for The Meridian at Waterways: 5 Class III, plus 1 unclassified.

None was Class I or II, the classes for problems that put residents at real risk.

2 complaints against The Meridian at Waterways were substantiated.

There are no sanctions or fines on file.

Across 3,023 assisted living facilities in Florida, the average is 8.3 deficiencies, and 17% have none.

Deficiencies

6

Class I or II

0

Substantiated complaints

2

Fines

$0

Deficiencies by class

ClassCount
Class I0
Class II0
Class III5
Class IV0
Unclassified1

Classes are set by section 429.19, Florida Statutes. Each inspection report, with what inspectors found, is on the state's record.

License

AHCA file number
11969092
Licensed beds
130
Sanctions and final orders
0

Location

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3001 E OAKLAND PARK BLVDFort Lauderdale, FL 33306

12 other communities within 10 miles

Senior living near Fort Lauderdale

Assisted Living: frequently asked questions

Has The Meridian at Waterways had any violations?+

Florida's Agency for Health Care Administration lists 6 deficiencies, none of them Class I or II. Class I means an imminent danger, or a substantial chance of death or serious harm, to residents; Class II means a direct threat to residents' physical or emotional health, safety or security.

Have complaints against The Meridian at Waterways been substantiated?+

Florida's record shows 2 substantiated complaints against The Meridian at Waterways.

Has The Meridian at Waterways been fined?+

Florida's record shows no fines against The Meridian at Waterways.

How much does assisted living cost?+

The national median is around $6,200 per month, though it ranges from roughly $4,500 to $11,800 depending on location, apartment size, and level of care.

Does Medicare pay for assisted living?+

Medicare does not cover the room-and-board cost of assisted living. Medicaid may help in many states through waivers, and VA benefits can offset costs for eligible veterans.

What's the difference from a nursing home?+

Assisted living is for people who need help with daily tasks but are largely independent. Nursing homes (skilled nursing) provide 24-hour medical and rehabilitative care.

Senior living in Fort Lauderdale Assisted Living in Florida Assisted Living guide Information last updated October 2026