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10 Best Nursing Homes in North Port, FL

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a North Port nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in North Port, FL may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

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We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Punta Gorda Isles.
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Overall, a great community. Highly recommend independent living. For assisted living they are wonderful if you need minimal assistance, such as meals and help with medicines. If you need more skilled...
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.
The Gallery at North Port is a senior living community located in beautiful Sarasota County, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care living options. We have several amenities and services to ensure the comfort and well-being of our residents, including 24-hour on-site...
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8.8
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52 reviews
8.8
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52 reviews
5 star
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I cannot say enough good about Discovery commons South Biscayne!! Mom has late stage Alzheimer's disease and she is flourishing there. The care is top notch and we are so so happy with our decision....
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.
Welcome to Discovery Commons South Biscayne!Set within a picturesque Gulf Coast Florida landscape studded with palm trees, Discovery Commons South Biscayne offers one-of-a-kind Assisted Living, Memory Care, and short-term Respite Care in North Port, Florida. Generously sized private studio, one,...
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88 Photos available
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58 reviews
5 star
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My mom has been at Brookdale PGI for a little over 2 months now. I can"t say enough wonderful things about this facility. My mom was reticent about Assisted Living, but she is so happy here. We looked at a...
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.
Putting More Life Into Senior LivingIf you think moving to a senior living community is like joining a nursing home, think again. Our residents enjoy happy hours, sundae socials, weekly card games, fitness groups each morning, and movie nights. They explore creative pursuits, and discover old and...
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1212 Floor plans available
9.7
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113 reviews
9.7
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113 reviews
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We chose South Port Square because it's appearance. Also their friendliness and concern for my relatives comfort. Staff is extremely caring and helpful.
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.
Upsize your possibilities and experiment with new hobbies, re-ignite your sense of purpose and enjoy new experiences and connections with interesting new friends. At our continuing care retirement community (CCRC), you’ll have independent living, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing...
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99 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.6
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137 reviews
9.6
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137 reviews
5 star
81%
4 star
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3 star
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The following has been my experience with Brookdale Port Charlotte: Helpful admissions process – YES Welcoming staff and residents – YES Staff who provide personalized, caring attention – YES Good...
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.
Exceptional Senior LivingIf you’re ready to trade up from a humdrum senior life, or ready to switch out chores and home maintenance for a full social schedule and a nearly endless list of activities, then Brookdale Port Charlotte is just the place. We are an assisted living community located...
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1212 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.0
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96 reviews
9.0
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96 reviews
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3 star
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My mother is in the memory care part of the facility. The staff is very friendly. The snacks are very bland. Some of her clothes are missing or she has other peoples clothes. She seems to have pink-eye a...
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.
Our community is designed to meet your individual needs and give you the freedom to be yourself. We offer the best in assisted living and memory care from a family-owned company that knows connection is everything.Residents of our assisted living and memory care community love our neighborhood...
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1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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8.8
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38 reviews
8.8
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38 reviews
5 star
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3 star
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First I would like to say that my mother has Alzheimer’s and I am her son who took care of her for five years 24/7. I could no longer give her the care she deserved and found Parkside in Port Charlotte. The...
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.
Would you like to love where you live? If you answered yes, then Parkside Assisted Living & Memory Care is for you. We are challenging what people think Assisted Living and Memory Care should be and delivering a quality lifestyle not seen before. Our open concept cottage floor plans offer...
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2121 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.0
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We had a very positive experience. The staff was friendly, the food was good and they celebrated and made it festive (ie: cinco de Mayo) to mix it up when they could, our mom liked the activities and we felt...
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.
At Lexington Manor, you’ll find beautifully appointed independent living and assisted living apartments with services tailored to what you need most. In the business for over 20 years with knowledgeable staff, Lexington Manor has the experience and compassion to care for your loved one. We are a...
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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...
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.
Photo of North Port Pines Retirement Residence
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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...
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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Photo of Sandhill Gardens Retirement Center
5 star
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This is a stunning community. The staff were nice and friendly. Mom liked living here, however they are not a locked community so she was not able to stay here. ThIs is a big community that offers...
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.
Photo of Vick Street Manor
5 star
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4 star
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I heard a lot of bad reviews about Vick Street Manor. This is my mother's fourth assisted living facility. In the past, communities would make her go to bed at 8, get up at 7, she was expected to sit in...
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.
Vick Street Manor seeks to provide a comfortable assisted living community to those who are in need of memory care in Port Charlotte, Charlotte County, Florida. This community looks out for the needs of its residents, and it offers a great location. The city of Port Charlotte has much to offer to...
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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: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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
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.

Cost of nursing homes in North Port, FL

The average cost of senior living in North Port is $4,411 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Zolfo Springs, FL with an average of $3,168 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in North Port, FL vs. nearby cities

North Port, FL
$4,411/mo
$4,543/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in North Port, FL vs. the state and national average

North Port, FL
$4,411/mo
$4,272/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in North Port vs. other types of senior living

$4,411/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,411/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in North Port, FL by room type

Semi-Private
$3,399/mo
Studio
$4,671/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,794/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,210/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,995/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in North Port over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in North Port

Recent reviews for nursing homes in North Port

American House Sarasota

4.0
The stairways aren't very attractive, the elevators could get cleaned more frequently. Most of the meals are very good. There are not a lot of activities in house. They have outings two days per week, plus church on Sundays. At American House, they put out a schedule once per month and put it on ...
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Tuscan Gardens of Venetia Bay in Venice, FL

5.0
Can't say enough about Tuscan Gardens. I'm not sure you can describe the worry you have about the true care your parent's are getting. After some poor experiences we are now settled with Tuscan and more than thrilled with the results. Active staff, beautiful facility and genuine care. Some ...
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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.

North Port nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in North Port nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in North Port, 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 North Port nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in North Port 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
60%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.3%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.3%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
46.7%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.3%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.7%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in North Port nursing homes

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 North Port Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
North Port, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.7%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
46.7%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
46.7%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
26.7%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in North Port nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of North Port partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
North Port, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
46.7%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.7%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
53.3%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.7%
3.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in North Port nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of North Port communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
North Port, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
53.3%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.3%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
26.7%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.3%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in North Port nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in North Port offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
North Port, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
60%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.7%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.3%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.7%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.7%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.7%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.3%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
40%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.3%
0.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Punta Gorda Isles, Bayshore Guest Home and Gardens and The Gallery at North Port are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near North Port, Florida. See full list of communities.

There are 15 nursing homes facilities near North Port, Florida. See the full list.

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