How much does assisted living placement cost?

Our placement service is completely free to families. Higher Vision Health Group is compensated by the assisted living communities, so there is never a charge to you.

How quickly can you place someone in assisted living?

Most placements happen within a week. In urgent situations like hospital discharges, we can find the right community within 24-48 hours.

Does Medicaid cover assisted living in Florida?

Florida's Medicaid Long-Term Care program can help cover assisted living costs for eligible individuals. We work with trusted consultants who can help determine eligibility and assist with the application process.

Free Assisted Living Placement in South Florida

Name: Higher Vision Health Group
Address: FL, US
Telephone: +1-866-253-3463
Price range: Free

We Help When It Matters Most

Life doesn't always give you time to plan. Maybe your parent just got discharged from the hospital and can't go home. Maybe Mom's dementia has gotten worse and she needs more care than you can give. Maybe you just got a call that scared you, and you don't know what to do next. That's exactly when to call us.

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Hospital or rehab discharge — Your loved one is being sent home, but "home" isn't safe anymore

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Dementia or Alzheimer's — They need specialized memory care, and you need help finding the right place

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Eviction from a facility — You got a 45-day notice and need to find somewhere new, fast

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Unsafe living situation — They're living alone and it's no longer working

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Mental health needs — Depression, bipolar disorder, or other conditions that need additional support

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You just need guidance — You're not in crisis, but you know it's time to start looking

Whether you have two months or two days, we can help. Most placements happen within a week. In a crisis, we can place your loved one in 24–48 hours.

📞 Call: 1-866-ALF-FIND 📅 Book a Free Consultation

How It Works — 3 Simple Steps

We Listen

Call us or book a consultation online. We'll talk about your loved one's needs, preferences, budget, and timeline. No pressure, no sales pitch — just a real conversation.

We Do the Legwork

Within 24 hours, we assess the situation and match your loved one with communities that actually fit — not just communities with open beds. We've personally visited and vetted every place we recommend.

We Walk You Through It

We arrange tours, help you compare options, and negotiate the best rates. We stay with you through move-in and beyond. Our average client saves $372/month — that's over $4,400 a year.

And our service is completely free to you. We're paid by the communities, not by families.

34 Years of Helping Families Like Yours

Higher Vision Health Group has been placing seniors in South Florida since 1992. That's over 2,500 families who trusted us with one of the hardest decisions they've ever had to make.

Our team includes registered nurses, certified care managers, licensed clinical social workers, and a published researcher with 35+ years in Florida facility licensing. We don't just know this industry — we've spent our careers in it.

But credentials aren't why families call us back to say thank you. They call because we listened when they were scared, found solutions when they felt stuck, and treated their mom or dad like our own.

Marshall Zale

Founder & Senior Living Specialist

30+ years of experience and over 2,500 placements since 1992. Marshall has dedicated his career to helping South Florida families find the right home for their loved ones.

Adrienne Allen

Senior Placement Coordinator

Adrienne guides families through every step of the placement process with compassion and expertise, ensuring the perfect match for each individual's needs.

Valerie Allen, Ph.D.

Clinical Consultant

With a doctorate and decades of clinical experience, Valerie brings deep expertise in behavioral health and senior care to every family consultation.

We Respect Every Budget

Senior living costs are a real concern — we get it. The average semi-private assisted living room in South Florida costs about $2,217/month, and that number goes up with memory care and specialty services.

💰 We Negotiate on Your Behalf

Our clients save an average of $372/month — that adds up to thousands over time.

📋 Financial Assistance Programs

Medicaid's Long-Term Care program, Veterans Aid & Attendance benefits, and other federal programs can significantly offset costs. We'll connect you with consultants who can help.

🎯 Matched to Your Budget

We represent communities across a wide range of price points. Whether your budget is tight or flexible, we'll find great options.

Our service is always free. We don't charge families — ever.

Every Community We Recommend Has Been Personally Vetted

We don't hand you a list of facilities and wish you luck. Every community we recommend:

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Is licensed and in good standing with Florida's Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA)

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Has been personally visited and inspected by our team

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Is regularly re-evaluated to make sure quality stays high

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Holds specialty licenses when needed (Extended Congregate Care, Limited Nursing, Limited Mental Health)

If we wouldn't put our own family member there, we won't recommend it to yours.

What to Expect in Assisted Living

Every licensed assisted living community in Florida provides core services, and many offer much more.

🏠 Core Services (Always Included)

Help with bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility
Medication management by trained staff
Three meals a day plus snacks with dietary accommodations
Housekeeping and laundry
Activities and social programs

✨ Additional Amenities (Many Communities)

Swimming pools and aqua therapy
Transportation to doctors and appointments
Daily exercise programs and weekly outings
Art classes, cooking classes, live entertainment
Theater rooms and continuing education

Every community is different. We'll help you find the one that matches your loved one's needs and personality — not just their diagnosis.

For Hospital Discharge Planners & Case Managers

You have 15 discharges this week and not enough hours in the day. We can help.

Higher Vision Health Group has been the go-to placement partner for South Florida hospitals since 1992. When your patient can't go home and the family is overwhelmed, we step in — fast.

What We Do for Your Team

24-hour assessment turnaround — Call us with the case details, we start matching immediately
Crisis placements in 24–48 hours — When the discharge is urgent, we move at your speed
We handle the family — Education, tours, emotional conversations, and paperwork
Specialty placements — Dementia, mental health, complex medical needs, Medicaid patients
Only vetted communities — Licensed, inspected, in good standing with AHCA
Follow-up after placement — We track outcomes. Your patient doesn't bounce back

Why Discharge Planners Trust Us

✅ 2,500+ placements since 1992
✅ Team includes RNs, CCMs, LCSW, and a former DCF director
✅ We know every quality community in Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach
✅ Free to the patient and family — always
✅ We answer our phone. Every time.

📞 1-866-ALF-FIND 📅 Schedule a 15-Minute Intro Call

"I have a list of agencies I've tried over the years. Higher Vision is the only one I call first." — Hospital Social Worker, Broward County

What Families Are Saying

When Mom was discharged from the hospital, we had 48 hours and no idea what to do. Marshall had her in a beautiful community by the next evening. I still can't believe how fast and caring the whole process was.

Lisa R., Boca Raton Daughter

We thought we couldn't afford assisted living. Higher Vision found us a wonderful community within our budget AND helped us apply for Medicaid. Mom is happy, safe, and thriving.

David M., Fort Lauderdale Son

I've worked as a hospital discharge planner for 12 years. Higher Vision is the first call I make when a patient needs placement. They're fast, reliable, and they actually follow up. I trust them completely.

Jennifer T., MSW Hospital Discharge Planner, Broward County

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does your placement service cost?

Nothing — our service is completely free to families. We're compensated by the assisted living communities, so there's never a charge to you.

How quickly can you place my loved one?

Most placements happen within a week. In urgent situations — like a hospital discharge — we can often find the right community within 24–48 hours.

What areas of South Florida do you cover?

We serve families throughout South Florida, including Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties.

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care?

Assisted living provides help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication management. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living designed specifically for people with Alzheimer's, dementia, or other cognitive conditions. It includes additional safety features, structured routines, and trained staff. We can help you determine which is the right fit.

My parent is being discharged from the hospital and can't go home. Can you help?

Absolutely — this is one of the most common situations we handle. Call us as soon as you know about the discharge. We can work with the hospital's discharge team to find a safe, appropriate community quickly.

Can you help with Medicaid or VA benefits?

While we don't process Medicaid or VA applications directly, we work with trusted consultants who specialize in these programs. We'll connect you to the right people and help coordinate everything.

How do you choose which communities to recommend?

We personally visit and vet every community we recommend. They must be licensed, in good standing with Florida's AHCA, and meet our quality standards. We regularly re-inspect them. If a community doesn't meet our bar, we don't recommend it — period.

What if my loved one has mental health needs?

We work with communities that hold specialty licenses, including Limited Mental Health (LMH) licenses. Our team includes a licensed clinical social worker with 40+ years of experience, so we understand the nuances of mental health care in residential settings.

Do you help with independent living too?

Yes. If your loved one doesn't need assisted living yet but wants the security, community, and convenience of a senior living community, we can help with that too.

What happens after placement? Do you follow up?

Yes. We don't disappear after move-in. We follow up to make sure your loved one is adjusting well and that the community is meeting their needs. If something isn't right, we help address it.

Finding the Right Home for Your Loved One Shouldn't Be This Hard. We Make It Easy — and It's Free.