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Golden Sands Retirement Home

809 Ne 20Th Ave, Ft Lauderdale, FL 33304

Assisted Living
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(800) 780-8101

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(954) 524-6054

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $3,013

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $2,994
  • Average State Price: $3,146
  • Average National Price: $3,754


  • Golden Sands Retirement Home Description

    Golden Sands Retirement Home is a medium 14 bed community that offers assisted living and is located in Sunrise, Florida. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 7.8 out of 10 making it the 4th highest rated community in the city out of 5 communities. See more information on reviews.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Community Reviews

    7.8
    Golden Sands Retirement Home
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 12 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 4 out of 5 communities in Ft Lauderdale
  • Ranking in State: 1391 out of 2240 communities in FL
  • Facility and Grounds A

    Staff A



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Positive Reviews:

    • Golden Sands is praised for its kind and respectful treatment of residents, with staff meeting considerable needs and always treating residents with patience.
    • The facility is described as home-like and not institutional, with a small, converted house offering a cozy environment.
    • Communication with management is highlighted as responsive, with the owner/manager providing personal contact information for ease of communication.
    • Residents enjoy personalized care, including dietary accommodations, and activities such as weekly music afternoons and outdoor sitting areas.
    • The facility is noted for its clean, bright, and cheery atmosphere, with staff providing individual attention and being readily available for assistance.
    • Visitors and family members express satisfaction with the level of care and attention their loved ones receive, noting the warm and friendly environment.

    Negative Reviews:

    • Some reviews criticize the facility for being dark, gloomy, and having poor ventilation.
    • Concerns are raised about the professionalism of staff during phone inquiries, with potential clients facing difficulties in obtaining information.
    • A review mentions the facility's residents appearing less functional and more dependent on staff, though this is juxtaposed with positive remarks about cleanliness and staff dedication.

    Mixed Feedback:

    • While some reviews highlight the facility's cozy and non-institutional feel, others perceive it as lacking in certain areas such as lighting and ventilation.
    • The responsiveness and accessibility of management are praised, yet there are instances of communication issues, particularly over the phone.


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    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Sunrise which is 0.4 miles away and has a population of 84,439 (large town).
    • The average income is $152,793, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 86
      • Low Temperature: 70
      • Average Temperature: 79.4
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 244 days of rain and 120 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 2.6 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 79.3 years old, which is high compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 142.0, Moderate Days 40.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 0.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Publix
    0.5 miles away
    Pet Supermarket
    1.0 miles away
    Winn-Dixie
    1.0 miles away
    The Fresh Market
    1.1 miles away
    Whole Foods Market
    1.3 miles away

    Transportation

    Water Taxi Stop - Gallery ONE Guest Suites
    0.7 miles away
    Water Taxi Stop - Hugh Taylor Birch State Park
    1.0 miles away
    Water Taxi Stop - Beach Place (Beach)
    1.2 miles away
    Water Taxi Stop - The Shops at Las Olas
    1.4 miles away
    Riverside Hotel/Stranahan House
    1.6 miles away

    Bus Stations

    Sunrise B/NE 17 W
    0.3 miles away
    A1A/Vistamar S
    1.0 miles away
    A1A/Windamar S
    1.1 miles away
    A1A/Terramar S
    1.1 miles away
    A1A/Bayshore D
    1.1 miles away

    Banks

    BB&T
    0.3 miles away
    Bank of America
    0.3 miles away
    TD Bank
    0.4 miles away
    PNC Bank
    1.2 miles away
    HSBC
    1.6 miles away

    Hospitals

    Kindred Hospital - Fort Lauderdale
    1.1 miles away
    Broward Health Medical Center
    2.4 miles away
    Atlantic Shores Hospital
    3.4 miles away
    Holy Cross Hospital
    3.5 miles away
    Fort Lauderdale Behavioral Health Center
    4.4 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Walgreens
    0.5 miles away
    Publix
    0.6 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    1.3 miles away

    Dentists

    Smile Design Dental of Fort Lauderdale
    3.8 miles away
    Dr. Joe Thomas Dentistry
    4.6 miles away
    The Dental Place
    7.4 miles away
    Dr. Steven A. Rosenberg and Associates
    8.0 miles away
    Aesthetic Dentistry
    8.5 miles away

    Parks

    George English Park
    0.3 miles away
    Greenfield Park
    0.3 miles away
    Jack & Harriet Kaye Park
    0.5 miles away
    Progress Hammock Memorial Greenway
    0.6 miles away
    Holiday Park
    0.6 miles away

    None Found

    Shopping

    The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale
    0.3 miles away
    Coral Ridge Mall
    2.3 miles away
    Sunshine Plaza
    6.4 miles away
    Oakwood Plaza
    6.5 miles away
    Tri-City Plaza
    6.8 miles away

    Culture

    ArtServe Gallery
    0.7 miles away
    War Memorial Auditorium
    0.8 miles away
    Parker Playhouse
    1.0 miles away
    Stacy Auditorium
    4.8 miles away
    Findeiss Auditorium
    4.8 miles away

    Restaurants

    Tipico
    0.2 miles away
    Heart Rock Sushi
    0.2 miles away
    IHOP
    0.4 miles away
    Franco Vinny
    0.8 miles away
    The Plaza Bistro
    0.9 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of FL. It is a medium-sized community with 14 total beds.

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