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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Jacaranda TraceJacaranda Trace is a retirement and assisted living community located in beautiful Venice, Sarasota County, Florida. Our community has a Mediterranean flare and is nestled on over 30 acres, with the refreshing Gulf Coast just a quick trip away. Golf is very popular in Venice and if...
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Whispering Willows Assisted Living is a senior care home located in the lovely Hillsborough County, FL, community of Brandon. With slightly over 103,000 residents, Brandon offers urban amenities combined with a pleasant, subtropical climate. gold courses, parks, and other public green spaces...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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They were great. super and very compassionate. I would recommend to anyone who needs elder care. The staff were super, the food is phenomenal and the dining staff were the best and you can see they loved the...
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I know it's hard to find good help these days but I know they were short of help when my mom was there. She required I think more help then they could give her. But when they did help they were kind and...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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It is nice to see that my father is in a very clean community. He is very happy with the meals with a lot of variety. He is trying to get more involved with the great activities. The staff is wonderful and...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Serenity Manor Assisted LivingSerenity Manor Assisted Living is a senior care home located in the captivating city of Valrico, Florida in Hillsborough County. The community is well served by high ranking hospitals such as the Brandon Regional Hospital and the South Florida Baptist Hospital which...
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
New Life Adult Care is nestled in the heart of Brandon, Florida and is in a very convenient location to many nearby homes and shopping centers. This beautiful senior living community specializes in a variety of different customized medical care for the elderly. Seniors who have Alzheimer's or...

Cost of assisted living in Manatee County, FL

The average cost of senior living in Manatee County is $3,789 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Zolfo Springs, FL with an average of $3,168 per month.

Assisted living costs in Manatee County, FL, vs. nearby counties

Manatee County, FL
$3,789/mo
$4,134/mo
$4,040/mo

Assisted living costs in Manatee County, FL, vs. state and national averages

Manatee County, FL
$3,789/mo
$3,893/mo
U.S. national average
$4,558/mo

Assisted living costs in Manatee County, FL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,789/mo
$4,122/mo

Assisted living costs in Manatee County, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,611/mo
Private
$3,500/mo
Studio
$4,482/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,657/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,223/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,317/mo

Senior living costs in Manatee County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Manatee County, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeManatee County, FLFloridaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,789/mo$3,893/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,122/mo$4,276/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$4,203/mo$3,981/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Manatee County, FL:$3,789/mo
Florida:$3,893/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Manatee County, FL:$4,122/mo
Florida:$4,276/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Manatee County, FL:$4,203/mo
Florida:$3,981/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Manatee County, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Manatee County and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Manatee County, FL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Manatee County have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Manatee County, FL$4,386/mo$4,213/mo+4.1%
Florida$4,519/mo$4,316/mo+4.7%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Manatee County, FL
2024 average cost:$4,386/mo
2023 average cost:$4,213/mo
Percent change:+4.1%
Florida
2024 average cost:$4,519/mo
2023 average cost:$4,316/mo
Percent change:+4.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Manatee County, FL

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Manatee County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Manatee County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Manatee County

Westminster Palms in Saint Petersburg, FL

4.4
We have had good experience with the community. Sometimes it is difficult as a family member to make contact or receive responses from staff members but overall the community is a nice place to live that offers a lot of activities and opportunities for involvement for the residents.

Windsor Reflections Memory Care in Lakewood Ranch, FL

4.4
My husband been a resident for 16 months. He is treated with care and respect. If I have a concern, its addressed in a timely manner. Staff members in all departments take a personal interest.

Sun Towers in Sun City Center, FL

5.0
The service was outstanding because [of] the personnel [was] outstanding. The personnel [was] outstanding because the supervisory and management was outstanding.

Manatee County review score based on 2,199 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 2199 reviews of 476 Manatee County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Manatee County review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Manatee County review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Manatee County, FL476 facilities
8.3
Bradenton, FL52 facilities
8.3
Palmetto, FL43 facilities

Review subcategories for Manatee County assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 2,199 reviews of 476 Manatee County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Manatee County resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
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Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.1
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
4.1
4.0
Meals & dining
3.8
3.6
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Manatee County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Manatee County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Manatee County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Manatee County assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Manatee County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50.2%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.6%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35.7%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.1%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
47.9%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
52.5%
54.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Manatee County assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Manatee County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Manatee County, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
58.2%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30.9%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
46.6%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Manatee County assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Manatee County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Manatee County, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39.3%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
37.8%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.8%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.8%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Manatee County assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Manatee County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
31.9%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
30%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.8%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Manatee County assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Manatee County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Manatee County, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
41%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.5%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.3%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.6%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.5%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50.8%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.1%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.2%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.6%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
41.4%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
29.2%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.9%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.8%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Manatee County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Florida assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Manatee County protect seniors.
Learn about Florida assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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