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Photo of Aravilla Sarasota Independent Assisted Living
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55 Floor plans available
1.0
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Aravilla has all you would hope for and expect in a caring and efficiently run facility. The staff are are helpful and quickly get to know the newbie. I would definitely recommend Aravilla to anyone who is...
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.
Aravilla Sarasota is a unique independent assisted living community with private apartments ranging from studios to two bedroom two baths units.We have wonderful views, a pool to relax in or enjoy the aqua-therapy classes.Aside from healthcare and compassion, we are known for our delicious menu...
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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.
Located in Nokomis Florida, Bay Shore Guest Home and Gardens is a boutique-style Assisted Living Facility. We strive to ensure a family home that will keep partners together. Unlike many larger assisted living facilities we do not separate partners even if they have different medical conditions....
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Live in the shade of excellence.81 Oaks Senior Living was created just for you. Our holistic approach to wellness and our personalized approach to assisted living and memory care means you’ll be living a life that reflects your standards, your desires and your schedule. From our Signature...
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
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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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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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
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
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.

Cost of assisted living in Utopia, FL

The average cost of senior living in Utopia is $4,366 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Zolfo Springs, FL with an average of $3,168 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Utopia, FL vs. nearby cities

Utopia, FL
$4,366/mo
$4,529/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Utopia, FL vs. the state and national average

Utopia, FL
$4,366/mo
$3,888/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Utopia vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,366/mo
$4,478/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Utopia, FL by room type

Semi-Private
$4,250/mo
Studio
$5,158/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,478/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,029/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,050/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Utopia over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Utopia, 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 Utopia.

What families are saying about assisted living in Utopia

Recent reviews for assisted living in Utopia

Sarabella Senior Living in Sarasota, FL

5.0
The community is beautiful, bright and open with luxury outdoor areas to experience. The staff are friendly and always smiling. They have up to 7 activities a day to choose from and they even hosted their own Summer Olympics. The food is also good and I love all the different ice cream flavors ...
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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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and friendly staff. Numerous reviews remark on the kindness and welcoming nature of staff members at communities like Sarabella Senior Living, Brookdale Phillippi Creek, and Grand Villa of Sarasota, making residents and their families feel at home.
Delicious and varied meals. Many residents appreciate the quality and variety of meals offered at their communities, such as Aravilla Sarasota Independent Assisted Living, Heron House, and Brookdale Colonial Park, where the chefs cater to individual preferences and dietary restrictions.
Engaging and diverse activities. Residents enjoy the wide range of activities provided at communities like Brookdale Palmer Ranch, HarborChase of Sarasota, and Sarabella Senior Living, which help keep them socially active and engaged in their daily lives.
Frequent and clear communication. Regular communication between communities and families is a priority, as seen in reviews for Grand Villa of Sarasota, The Fountains of Hope, and Brookdale Palmer Ranch, where families praise the transparent updates and responsiveness of staff.
Thoughtful and attentive care. Several reviews highlight the individualized attention and care shown to residents at communities like Brookdale Phillippi Creek, The Windsor of Lakewood Ranch, and Bayshore Guest Home and Gardens, where staff members go above and beyond to meet each resident's unique needs.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews frequently mention the importance of cleanliness and upkeep in their overall satisfaction with their community, as seen at communities like The Fountains of Hope, HarborChase of Sarasota, and Angels Senior Living at Sarasota.
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Utopia review score based on 229 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 229 reviews of 36 Utopia assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Utopia 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

Utopia review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Utopia, FL36 facilities
8.0
7.9
Sarasota, FL76 facilities

Review subcategories for Utopia 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 229 reviews of 36 Utopia assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Utopia 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
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Utopia assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Utopia assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Utopia, 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 Utopia 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 Utopia 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
72.2%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
58.3%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
77.8%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
47.2%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
72.2%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Utopia 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 Utopia Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Utopia, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
77.8%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
61.1%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
52.8%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.3%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Utopia 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 Utopia partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Utopia, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
63.9%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
58.3%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47.2%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30.6%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Utopia 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 Utopia communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Utopia, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
63.9%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
61.1%
42%
Room service
Room service
63.9%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
36.1%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Utopia 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 Utopia offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Utopia, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
72.2%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
63.9%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.7%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
69.4%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.2%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
63.9%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
69.4%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
72.2%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
72.2%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
44.4%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
69.4%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Utopia

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Florida assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Utopia protect seniors.

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Brookdale Colonial Park, Bayshore Guest Home and Gardens and Grand Villa of Sarasota are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Utopia, Florida. See full list of communities.

There are 45 assisted living facilities near Utopia, Florida. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Utopia, Florida are Brookdale Colonial Park, 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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