Forest Trace Senior Living

Assisted Living · Lauderhill, FL

Forest Trace Senior Living

Assisted Living · Lauderhill, FL

5500 Nw 69Th Avenue, Lauderhill, FL 33319 View map

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Forest Trace Senior Living accepts Insurance and/or HMO.

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Forest Trace Senior Living accepts Insurance and/or HMO.

Overview of Forest Trace Senior Living

Forest Trace Senior Living is a 262-bed facility that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and age-restricted apartment options alongside on-site physical therapy and short-term respite care. Backed by 24-hour staffing, the property features a heated swimming pool, a yoga and pilates studio, fitness classes, and regular dining services. The community is supported by a multilingual staff fluent in English, Spanish, and Creole.

State compliance documents covering 32 separate inspections since 2015 record a total of 38 line-item deficiencies, creating an annual average of 3.5 citations that sits about 15% higher than the typical Florida benchmark. Because 31 of those 32 regulatory visits turned up at least one minor infraction on initial paperwork, the home holds a low long-term zero citations-per-inspection rate for unblemished reviews. Historical files highlight recurring issues with building maintenance, resident care, infection control, staff training logs, and emergency planning.

The provider’s enforcement profile includes three administrative fines totaling $25,500, and the most recent routine evaluation from July 15, 2025, noted seven deficiencies spanning resident care, personnel files, safety, and infection protocols, following a clean monitoring visit earlier that April.

Interested individuals researching local senior housing choices should carefully evaluate these long-term government monitoring trends. Since public health records show an elevated citation history alongside several fines and ongoing 2025 notes regarding building maintenance and staff training files, asking the current management team to outline their modern corrective actions is an important safeguard. Setting up an on-site visit is a practical next step to check the actual physical condition of the building yourself, view the common spaces, and talk with the supervisors about their updated compliance plans.

(954) 572-4700

262-bed community

A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

11 years in operation

A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 11 / 100

Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)

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About this community

AwardsBest Assisted Living in Lauderhill, FL

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility

StatusIn Review

IssuanceMarch 3, 2023

ExpirationMarch 2, 2025

CountyBroward

License Number7448

Forest Trace Senior Living is legally operated by Pacifica Lauderhill, Llc, and administrated by Laura Fusaro.

Owner NamePacifica Lauderhill, LLC

Profit StatusFor-Profit

Private

262 units

Total beds

262 units

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Creole English Spanish

ContactJulie Walke

Rehabilitation Services

Respite Care

24-Hour Staffing

Pets Allowed

HousekeepingYes

Gourmet Dining Options

Heated Pool

Yoga And Pilates Studio

Daily Fitness Classes

Onsite Physical Therapy

Housekeeping Services

ActivitiesResidents can choose from a full menu of activities including daily exercise classes, arts and crafts, and off-campus trips.

Specific Programs55+ Apartments, Financial Planning, Services and Amenities

Operating Hours24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Food DescriptionResidents enjoy delicious chef-prepared meals in an elegant dining room.

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Since 2015 · 11 years of data 38 citations 32 inspections 3 fines $25.5K fined

Inspection Score

Below the Florida average for assisted living residences.

Florida assisted living residences benchmark: C+ 77/100

Legal Actions Formal stipulations and orders filed by Florida regulators against this facility, including fines and total monetary penalties.

This Facility FL Average vs. FL Avg

Fines Total number of fines issued.

3

vs 5 avg

↓ 40% fewer than FL avg
Total amount fined Total dollar amount of fines issued.

$25.5k

vs $11.6k

↑ 119% higher than FL avg

Data reflects the most recent 11 years (since 2015).

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Florida state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2015 vs. Florida state average

Overall vs. FL average

Latest Inspection July 15, 2025 Routine

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	FL Average	vs. FL Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	38	33	This facility has 15% more total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (38 vs. FL avg 33).↑ 15% worse
Citations per year Average citations per year since 2015.	3.5	3	This facility has 17% more citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (3.5 vs. FL avg 3).↑ 17% worse
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	1.2	1.3	This facility has 8% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Florida assisted living residence (1.2 vs. FL avg 1.3).↓ 8% better

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	FL Average	vs. FL Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	32	26	This facility has 23% more total inspections than a typical Florida assisted living residence (32 vs. FL avg 26).↑ 23% worse
Inspections with citations Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.	18	16	This facility has 13% more inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (18 vs. FL avg 16).↑ 13% worse
Inspection citation rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.	56%	62%	This facility has 6 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (56% vs. FL avg 62%).↓ 6% better

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

Forest Trace Senior Living's most recent inspection, conducted on July 15, 2025, resulted in deficiencies being cited. Over the reporting period from July 24, 2013 to July 15, 2025, a total of 29 inspections were performed, with all of them identifying deficiencies. The facility accumulated 37 line-item deficiencies across various inspection types, including complaints and standard inspections. Common themes among these deficiencies include building maintenance and physical plant issues, as well as concerns related to resident care, infection control, and emergency planning. It is noted that the facility has been cited for deficiencies, but no information is available on whether any corrections have been made or if the facility has achieved a deficiency-free status.

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Activities in this home

Arts and Crafts
Cooking Classes
Dancing
Exercise Classes
Games & Cards
Gardening
Music Programs
Shopping
Social Events & Outings
Theater & Movies
Yoga

3.3 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Lauderhill's city center to Forest Trace Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Florida

Forest Trace Senior Living is located in LAUDERHILL, Florida.
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Long-Term Care Waiver

Florida Medicaid LTC Waiver

Age 65+ or 21+ disabled

General Florida resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

High demand; waitlists common.

Benefits

In-home care (6-8 hours/day) Assisted living Respite (240 hours/year) Case management

Community Care for the Elderly (CCE)

Florida CCE

Age 60+

General Florida resident, at risk of nursing home.

Income Limits ~$2,000/month varies

Asset Limits $5,000 individual

Limited funding; regional variation.

Benefits

Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week) Adult day care (~$60/day) Respite (up to 10 days/year)

Home Care for the Elderly (HCE)

Florida Home Care for the Elderly

Age 60+

General Florida resident, at risk of nursing home placement; caregiver must be approved.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month individual, aligned with Medicaid thresholds

Asset Limits ~$2,000 (individual); varies by case manager discretion.

Limited funding (~3,500 served annually); prioritizes low-income frail seniors.

Benefits

Basic subsidy (~$160/month) for housing/medical costs; special subsidies for supplies/services (e.g., incontinence supplies, ~$50-$200/month)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Florida Medicaid PACE

Age 55+

General Florida resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Limited to specific counties (e.g., Hillsborough, Miami-Dade); ~10 sites statewide.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Florida Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled

General Florida resident, living in approved facility, receiving SSI or low-income.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month individual, including SSI

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Limited to specific facility types; ~$78.40/month max supplement.

Benefits

Cash payment (~$78.40/month) for room/board or personal needs in facilities

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What languages are spoken at Forest Trace Senior Living?

The team at Forest Trace Senior Living speaks Creole, English, and Spanish.

Who is the owner of Forest Trace Senior Living?

The legal owner and operator of Forest Trace Senior Living is Pacifica Lauderhill, Llc.

Is Forest Trace Senior Living in a walkable area?

Forest Trace Senior Living has a walk score of 11. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Forest Trace Senior Living?

According to FL state health department records, Forest Trace Senior Living's license number is 7448.

When does Forest Trace Senior Living's license expire?

According to FL state health department records, Forest Trace Senior Living's license expires on March 2, 2025.

What payment types does Forest Trace Senior Living accept?

Forest Trace Senior Living accepts Insurance and/or HMO.

Does Forest Trace Senior Living operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Forest Trace Senior Living is registered as a for-profit in FL.

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