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The Meridian At Waterways

3001 E OAKLAND PARK BLVD, FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, 33306
(754) 212-3249
130 licensed beds

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Address

3001 E Oakland Park Blvd
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306
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Bed capacity
130
State license
11969092
Care type
Assisted living
State
FL
Facility name
The Meridian At Waterways
Legal entity
Somh Fort Lauderdale Operating, Llc
Street address
3001 E OAKLAND PARK BLVD
City / state / ZIP
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306
Phone
(754) 212-3249
State license #
11969092

The Meridian At Waterways is a licensed assisted living community in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. It is licensed for 130 beds — well above the median for assisted living communities in Florida (6 beds).

It is one of 49 senior care facilities in Fort Lauderdale and 5,921 assisted living communities across Florida. Families comparing options should weigh inspection history, ownership record, and litigation — not just the tour — before deciding.

This listing draws on the federal NPI registry (NPPES), and was last updated on August 30, 2026. Background reports are compiled from primary sources — state inspection files, federal CMS data, corporate registrations, and court records — at the time of order.

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Ownership & operator

Operator / owner
Henry Vaughn

Services & coverage

Licensed beds
130
Wheelchair accessible
entrance and parking
Visiting hours
Daily Open 24 hours
Compiled from Federal NPI Registry (NPPES); hours/accessibility via Google · last verified 2026-08-30. Facilities can submit a correction.
What people say on Google.
4.886 ratings on Google
★★★★★Abi Kurian · 2026-03-07 · via Google

“The Meridian at the Waterways in Fort Lauderdale offers spectacular and relaxing views of boats and yachts along the waterway, creating a peaceful and emotionally calming setting. The community offers wonderful amenities, including a wellness center and engaging activities for residents. It was a pleasure meeting with Brian Guertin, the Life Inspired Director, who, while preparing for a resident …”

★★★★l r · 2025-04-14 · via Google

“Placing your parents or a special person into a care facility, requires many considerations. Think about how independent they can be and their level of function at home prior to the move. Our parents were doing well at home until a sudden health crisis for my caretaker father required a fast track move after short-term home health care was no longer feasible for them. Anticipate frustration beca…”

★★★★★Gilda C · 2026-03-06 · via Google

“If you are looking for the heart of The Meridian, look no further than Brian, the Director of Activity. He is a whirlwind of positive energy—lively, kind, and truly full of spark. What makes Brian so special is his unique ability to connect with every resident, regardless of their needs. He has a gift for encouraging participation in activities that keep everyone engaged and smiling. Most impressi…”

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Federal NPI Registry (NPPES)
npiregistry.cms.hhs.gov
Last verified 2026-08-30
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