65 Assisted Living Facilities near Pembroke Pines, FL

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Pembroke Pines

• Pembroke Pines may not be the best option for seniors on a tight budget. The city's overall cost of living is 13 percent higher than the state average. However, the cost of healthcare services averages 2 percent less than the state average and 4 percent less than the national average, which should make it easier for seniors to find affordable medical services.
  
• The weather in Pembroke Pines is sunny and warm year-round, but brief, scattered rain showers happen regularly. During the winter, temperatures tend to hover in the high 60s and low 70s, but it's not unusual for temperatures to reach into the 90s during the summer months. This could make it difficult for heat-sensitive seniors to enjoy outdoor activities.
  
• Seniors with chronic breathing conditions might find the Pembroke Pines area a great place to live. The city's air quality index is 18 percent better than the national average and the pollution index in 86 percent better than the national average.
  
• Pembroke Pines has an overall crime rate that's 19 percent lower than the Florida average. Violent crimes rates are also 54 percent lower than the state average and 51 percent lower than the national average, which could make the city a good place for seniors who regularly worry about their personal safety.
  
• The Pembroke Pines area is home to world-class medical facilities, including Memorial Hospital West, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
  
• Broward County Transit operates three public bus routes in Pembroke Pines. Seniors age 65 and older qualify for reduced rates with a valid photo ID. The Southwest Focal Point Community Center provides transportation to medical appointments, dental appointments and the pharmacy. They also offer field trips and transportation to special events for members age 55 and older.