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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Sarasota Colony, FL
If you’re looking for independent living in the Sarasota Colony area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Sarasota Colony. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 48 independent living facilities in Sarasota Colony, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
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I had a wonderful experience here at The Palms in St. Lucie West. My very first experience was with the executive Director [name removed] on a Sunday afternoon and he was so pleasant and helpful. Everybody...
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.
Everything you love and need.At the Palms of St. Lucie West, you’ll find beautifully appointed assisted living apartments with services tailored to what you need most. Adult day program, A short-term stay, or a year-round home? We’re here.You’ll find restaurant-style dining, a spacious activity...
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We have lived in Florida since 1986 and retired from our teaching careers in 2010. We had family living in Palm City and it became our second home . We discovered Sandhill Cove when my step father passed in...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Sandhill Cove is a resort-style Life Plan retirement community located on the South Fork of the St. Lucie River. Sandhill Cove is owned and managed by Life Care Services, an LCS Company. LCS has over 50 years of experience and manages more than 132 communities across the country. They've given...
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53 reviews
The staff are great ! I I have some very nice friends we play cards every day. I lost my husband a few weeks before I moved in and everyone understood and are helping me through it. I would definitely...
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.
Lakeshore Manor at Lake Jackson is Sebring’s newest Independent and Assisted Living Community, located along the shores of beautiful Lake Jackson in Sebring, Florida.Our community opened on December 28, 2020Lakeshore Manor at Lake Jackson is a 4 story Independent and Assisted Living Community...
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13 reviews
The staff treats each resident as a family member. Also the administrative personnel are so pleasant to deal with, they never make you feel like you have a dumb question. The facility is always clean and...
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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32 reviews
Nice facility, competent and caring staff. Independent living, assisted living and memory care all under one roof. Reasonable price. They honestly seem to sincerely care about and value their residents. The...
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.
Located in the master-planned community of Tradition in western Port St. Lucie, The Brennity at Tradition modernizes and redefines the retirement experience. From spacious Single Family Homes to Independent Living apartments you will find a wide array of amenities in this inclusive lifestyle. In...
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42 reviews
All of the people here are very caring and kind. The director of nursing, [name removed] is very dedicated to the residents, she goes above and beyond and has made my stay so much better. She helped me...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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.
Welcome to assisted living that is designed to WOW! Surrounded by farms and Lake Huntley, Balmoral Assisted Living is a community that is both serene yet urban. Nearby is an active community with plentiful opportunities for shopping, dining, historic outings, and fun excursions. Each day,...
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8 reviews
The smaller resident population in memory care is a great advantage. The overall experience would be closer to a 5 except for some of the techs who just act like they don't want to be there. The medical...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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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29 reviews
We were very pleased with the state of the assisted living home. It was very clean, very well, organized. My brother-in-law had a private room. His care was impeccable. They were very, very friendly an...
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.
Lehigh Acres Place is a pet friendly assisted living community providing personalized assistance with daily task to help maintain independence as long as possible. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time licensed nurse is available 24 hours a day to...
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21 reviews
This facility provides a clean and welcoming environment for my mother in law, complemented by a friendly and helpful staff that delivers comprehensive care to residents and keeps them engaged through...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
For good days and challenging days, there is always Life Enrichment.When you entrust our team to treat or care for you or your loved one, you can feel confident that we’re striving to elevate life each day. To encourage a positive attitude and to keep residents active and engaged, we have a mix...
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This is a smaller community I have a 1 bedroom apartment. They will come and check on me every 2 hours. Everybody is a close knit family here. If you don't like something you just tell them and they are kind...
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.
Elegant Assisted Living by Trusted Health Experts Grand Oaks of Okeechobee is an assisted living community by the Visiting Nurse Association of Florida, an award winning home healthcare agency with nearly 40 years of experience in the field. With trusted health experts operating the community,...
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I like knowing that my father is doing well at his new home. The apartments are clean and a good atmosphere for him to live in. He does cook his own meals. They try and offer him things to do within the...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Heron Pond presents beautiful apartment homes. We offer affordable leasing, one and two bedroom homes in Lehigh Acres, Florida. Our community features a swimming pool, barbeque areas, libraries, computer rooms with internet access, wi-fi, an on-site salon and a fully active social calendar. Let...
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14 reviews
My overall experience has been beyond my expectations. The place is very clean inside and out. The once a week housekeeping service is very good. I don't have to do any floors, bathroom or kitchen cleaning....
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
At Fountain Crest Retirement Community, you get more than an apartment. You get a home. Just outside your front door, you can enjoy one of the six lanai's for socializing or growing your favorite flowers and vegetable plants. You can take a dip in the outdoor swimming pool. Enjoy three meals a...
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.
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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Okeechobee Commons Apartments is beautiful place for anyone to live. Luckily for you though, only individuals that are at least 55 years young are allowed to experience the luxuries we have to offer. Right now we have gorgeous, new one bedroom...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Labelle Commons is a beautiful senior housing community located in the lovely city of LaBelle, Hendry County, Florida. This small and beautiful city is the perfect location to settle down in for any senior looking for the beauty of nature as well as the convenience of city life. Known as the...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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
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
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
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: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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, 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.
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 independent living in Sarasota Colony, FL
The average cost of senior living in Sarasota Colony is $3,231 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include LaBelle, FL with an average of $2,743 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Sarasota Colony, FL vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Sarasota Colony
Recent reviews for independent living in Sarasota Colony
The Brennity at Tradition Senior Living in Port St Lucie, FL
4.9
Brennity was it hands down, I can walk there or bring the golf cart, that's how close they are! The proximity overshadowed any other benefits of other facilities we looked at.
The only thing that I would suggest is to have a guide book or handbook for the resident to make acclimation to the ...
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Lehigh Acres Assisted Living
4.3
They have a lot of activities, such as; bingo, sing-along, church services, puzzles, and games. They try to keep the residents busy. It's so expensive, but my loved one has total care. We picked this community. because it was recommended, I got good vibes after visiting. It's very clean, nice, ...
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Fountain Crest Retirement Community in Lehigh Acres, FL
4.6
The staff members here are so lovable, and they just opened back up the pool for exercise classes this morning. They also have a variety of activities and movie every nights so you will never get bored.
Sarasota Colony independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sarasota Colony independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sarasota Colony, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sarasota Colony independent living
Independent 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 Colony partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
8.3%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.7%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
10.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
10.4%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.2%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Sarasota Colony independent living
Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Sarasota Colony communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sarasota Colony, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.6%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
18.8%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
18.8%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.3%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sarasota Colony independent 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 independent living communities in Sarasota Colony offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
22.9%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10.4%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10.4%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
16.7%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20.8%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
22.9%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20.8%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.6%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.6%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20.8%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
20.8%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
12.5%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.6%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18.8%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Palms of St. Lucie West, Sand Hill Cove Retirement Living and Lakeshore Manor at Lake Jackson Independent and Assisted Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sarasota Colony, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 48 independent living facilities near Sarasota Colony, Florida. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Sarasota Colony, Florida is Lakeshore Manor at Lake Jackson Independent and Assisted Living. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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