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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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The care at this community is good. The staff is caring and attentive. The community is clean and offers a good environment for the residents. They offer the residents activities. We would recommend this...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
We are a family owned facility and opened in 1996. We built the building and I am an accessible on site owner and an LPN. Tour some corporate facilities and then ours. Our continuity, long term staff, culture and consistent improvement in all aspects of what we do has resulted in a product that...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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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What we like the most about the community is the kindness and compassion the staff have towards the residents. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
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.
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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: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Sarasota County, FL

The average cost of senior living in Sarasota County is $4,195 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Zolfo Springs, FL with an average of $3,168 per month.

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

Sarasota County, FL
$4,195/mo
$4,316/mo

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

Sarasota County, FL
$4,195/mo
$3,893/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,195/mo
$4,431/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,203/mo
Studio
$4,818/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,954/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,853/mo

Senior living costs in Sarasota 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: Sarasota County, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSarasota County, FLFloridaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,195/mo$3,893/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,431/mo$4,276/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$4,014/mo$3,980/mo$4,017/mo
Assisted Living
Sarasota County, FL:$4,195/mo
Florida:$3,893/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Sarasota County, FL:$4,431/mo
Florida:$4,276/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Sarasota County, FL:$4,014/mo
Florida:$3,980/mo
U.S.:$4,017/mo
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Assisted living costs in Sarasota County, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Sarasota 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 Sarasota County, FL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Sarasota 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Sarasota County, FL$5,259/mo$4,563/mo+15.3%
Florida$4,512/mo$4,301/mo+4.9%
National$5,368/mo$5,120/mo+4.8%
Sarasota County, FL
2024 average cost:$5,259/mo
2023 average cost:$4,563/mo
Percent change:+15.3%
Florida
2024 average cost:$4,512/mo
2023 average cost:$4,301/mo
Percent change:+4.9%
National
2024 average cost:$5,368/mo
2023 average cost:$5,120/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Sarasota 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 Sarasota County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Sarasota County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Sarasota County

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.

Venice Green Village

4.9
My mother has been at Venice Green Village for over a year. It gives me peace if mind to know my mother is being well cared for. Her health has actually improved now that she's eating better and gets her medication at the proper times.

The Fountains of Hope in Sarasota, FL

4.0
They have recently gone through some changes but I'm happy to say they are all for the better. They currently have a very caring staff. Now they just need more residents! My mother is 100, and says her caretakers are very nice to her.

Sarasota County review score based on 389 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 389 reviews of 63 Sarasota County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Sarasota 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

Sarasota County review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Sarasota County, FL63 facilities
8.2
Venice, FL35 facilities
8.1

Review subcategories for Sarasota 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 389 reviews of 63 Sarasota County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Sarasota 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
4.0
Friendliness
4.1
4.1
Care services
3.9
3.7
Staff
4.2
4.0
Meals & dining
3.9
3.6
Activities
3.9
3.6
Value for cost*
4.0
3.7
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Sarasota County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sarasota County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sarasota 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 Sarasota 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 Sarasota 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
58.7%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
54%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
69.8%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42.9%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63.5%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Sarasota 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 Sarasota County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sarasota County, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
69.8%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
54%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55.6%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
27%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sarasota 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 Sarasota County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sarasota County, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.9%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.6%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
50.8%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39.7%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25.4%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Sarasota 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 Sarasota County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sarasota County, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
54%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.4%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
52.4%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
31.7%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sarasota 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 Sarasota County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sarasota County, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
61.9%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
54%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.1%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
65.1%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.1%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.9%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60.3%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
52.4%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.6%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
63.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
61.9%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
41.3%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.2%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.9%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Sarasota 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 Sarasota County protect seniors.
Learn about Florida assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Grand Villa of Sarasota, Brookdale Phillippi Creek and Tuscan Gardens of Venetia Bay are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Sarasota County, Florida. See full list of communities.
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The best assisted living facilities near you in Sarasota County, Florida are Brookdale Punta Gorda Isles, Bayshore Guest Home and Gardens and Grand Villa of Sarasota. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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