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Elderly, disabled Miami-Dade condominium residents say they are stranded by broken elevator for over a month
By Peter D'Oench at CBS4 Miami
· June 17, 2026
· 3 min read
Residents of a condominium complex near Doral are appealing for help after being stranded on upper floors for more than a month, with an out-of-service elevator.Larry Henson, 83, lives on the fifth floor of the building at 7240 Fontainebleau Boulevard. He says his arthritis makes it impossible to na
Key takeaway He says his arthritis makes it impossible to navigate the stairs, and he and his 76-year-old wife, Sandra Henson, have been relying on family members to deliver food.
Why this matters in The Miami
The situation at the condominium complex near Doral highlights the challenges faced by elderly and disabled residents in Miami -Dade County's high-rise buildings. With many residents relying on elevators for mobility, a broken elevator can be more than just an inconvenience - it can be a barrier to daily life. For residents like Larry and Sandra Henson, who are unable to navigate stairs due to arthritis and back pain, a functional elevator is a necessity. The fact that the elevator has been out of service for over a month raises concerns about the management company's maintenance and repair protocols. As Miami-Dade County awaits the inspection and pressure test, residents are left to wait and hope that the elevator will be restored soon, allowing them to regain their independence and mobility. The county's regulatory processes will be under scrutiny to ensure that the inspection is conducted efficiently and that the elevator is safely restored to service.
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Category: arts ·
Published: June 17, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Residents of a condominium complex near Doral are appealing for help after being stranded on upper floors for more than a month, with an out-of-service elevator.Larry Henson, 83, lives on the fifth floor of the building at 7240 Fontainebleau Boulevard. He says his arthritis makes it impossible to na
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