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1782 Coconut Drive, Venice, FL 34293
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My mother is at French Blossoms. We are just very happy with the care that she's getting, with the physical care, the food, and the medical attention. My mother has thrived there. It has personal care because it's so small and has a homey atmosphere...."
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2423 Cumberland Cliff Drive, Ruskin, FL 33570
5.0
(4 reviews)
"Small one on one care, I have no regrets trusting this home/facility. I highly recommend this place. Natacha and the rest of the caregivers are not just wonderful but indeed human and they showed and gave my mom the respect , care and that one on one..."
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11626 Tropical Isle Lane, Riverview, FL 33579
5.0
(8 reviews)
"Dorothy took care of my aunt and my family adored her, I must recommend her assisted living facilities to everyone...."
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5650 Gantt Rd., Sarasota, FL 34233
5.0
(4 reviews)
"My mom moved to SaraBella Senior Living. I really am happy with it. One of the things that made me happiest was not only because it is close to my house, the staff is really caring, and I can tell the difference if they are or are not. They've really..."
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4401 W Ballast Point Blvd, Tampa, FL 33611
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My aunt is a resident of Consuelos Alf. It's a nice place, my aunt loved it there. The staff members are beautiful people, caring and warm. The dining area is nice and everything is good, and my aunt loves it. They have someone that comes every Wedne..."
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3586 53RD AVENUE, NORTH, Saint Petersburg, FL 33714
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Short and sweet. We chose Marthas because it is home away from home. Clean, good food and great workers! ..."
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13108 Graham Yarden Drive, Riverview, FL 33579
5.0
(3 reviews)
"My grandmother was cared for by the loving staff, she enjoyed taking walks in the park, she loved going to bingo, she also enjoyed meeting other house mates. ..."
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601 49th St , St. Petersburg, FL 33710
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I'm in Prestigious Life assisted living facility. The place here is very good. I've had no problems. The people who work here are very considerate and go ahead and take care of you. The rooms are fine. I have no problem whatsoever. They have single a..."
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1255 Pasadena Avenue South, Saint Petersburg, FL 33707
4.7
(21 reviews)
"Paul is completely happy with every thing at the facility, especially the attendants. Shalika has shown a special interest in satisfying the occupants. Paul and I are both extremely happy that we picked Elance' for his stay...."
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231 Courtyards Blvd, Sun City Center, FL 33573
4.7
(37 reviews)
"Aston Gardens at The Courtyards was great. We met one of the people that lives there, and she has been there for some time, and everything was positive. It was less expensive than what we're looking at here in The Villages. It was beautiful. The unit..."
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101 Trinity Lakes Drive, Sun City Center, FL 33573
4.7
(59 reviews)
"My brother will be moving into Sun Towers Retirement in June. I like this because when we went there to visit the residents were in line to get popcorn. They were having a singer there singing with them, and they were all sitting there enjoying and s..."
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10401 Roosevelt Blvd. North, Saint Petersburg, FL 33716
4.7
(7 reviews)
"The facility is beautiful, clean. The rooms are very spacious. Staff is friendly, caring and very passionate! If you want your loved one in a facility, this is the place..."
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3910 Galen Ct., Sun City Center, FL 33573
4.6
(6 reviews)
"It is very good, very homey, very comfortable, very pleasant, and close to things. The staff is great. The dining area is really nice. ..."
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1501 N. Orange Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34236
4.6
(14 reviews)
"I am the daughter of an out-patient physical therapy patient. I am an out-of-town daughter who has had the opportunity to accompany her on several visits. I was very impressed with the individualized and dedicated, 1:1 sessions. The therapist assi..."
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3201 1ST STREET, N.E., Saint Petersburg, FL 33704
4.5
(7 reviews)
"I toured Masonic Home of Florida. It was very clean and spacious. They had nice gardens for the patients to walk or be in a wheelchair. The staff was very professional. They have a barbershop, a library, and lots of rooms for games. They have a very ..."
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7333 Scotland Way, Sarasota, FL 34238
4.5
(18 reviews)
"We toured Glenridge on Palmer Ranch. It was very nice. Everything is well taken care of as far as their facilities. I like the way the facilities inside look, their rooms. You can get homes or more like a condo type of thing. There are lots of option..."
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1000 Aston Gardens Drive, Venice, FL 34292
4.5
(53 reviews)
"My mother lived at Aston for eight years and was extremely happy, as was I, her daughter. The employees are so caring and nurturing. They are always doing their best and always improving, not resting on their laurels, for all of the residents...."
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4151 Ashton Road, Sarasota, FL 34233
4.5
(16 reviews)
"Ashton Place is unique and special, because the people who work there are unique and special themselves. The owner, Paul, is an amazingly compassionate individual who is almost always at the facility and can often be found in the midst of the busiest..."
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3435 FOX RUN ROAD, Sarasota, FL 34231
4.5
(8 reviews)
"We found Lakehouse West for my mom. She hasn't moved in yet, but up until now, they have been wonderful helping with the move and helping renovate the apartment. They have been excellent so far. The apartment is nice sized, and it has a beautiful lak..."
READ MOREAccording to the Genworth 2020 Cost of Care Survey, assisted living services in Manatee County are moderately priced compared to the state as a whole and affordable compared to the national average. The survey doesn’t include data for Manatee County, but assisted living fees for Bradenton, the county’s principal city, are included in the average for the North Port area. In this region, seniors pay $3,888 per month for assisted living. This is higher than the state median of $3,700, but it’s considerably lower than the national overall rate of $4,300.
Assisted living costs in Manatee County are toward the lower end of the price spectrum compared to other areas of Florida. The most expensive city in the state is the capital, Tallahassee, where fees average $5,506 per month. In The Villages, a planned 55+ community, care costs are relatively high at $4,950. In the Sebastian area, monthly rates are closer to the national average at $4,500, while in the Palm Bay area, assisted living facilities charge approximately $4,100 per month. In Punta Gorda, seniors pay approximately $3,938, and the Miami area, the average is $3,500. Sebring has the most affordable rates in the state at $2,895 per month.
Manatee County/North Port
$3,888
Florida
$3,700
The United States
$4,300
Miami
$3,500
Palm Bay
$4,100
The Villages
$4,950
Tallahassee
$5,506
Sebastian
$4,500
Punta Gorda
$3,938
Sebring
$2,895
In 2014, the state of Florida replaced all their HCBS waiver programs with the Statewide Medicaid Managed Care Long-Term Care Program (SMMC-LTC), which helps eligible seniors pay for assisted living costs. Florida also has the Optional State Supplement (OSS), a non-Medicaid program available for qualified seniors.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Florida page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Florida page.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Manatee County Senior Services | (941) 749-3030 | Manatee County administers a broad range of programs for those aged 60 and over, enabling them to avoid institutional placement and enjoy optimal quality of life in an assisted living facility. It operates the countywide Elder Helpline, which is reached at (941) 742-5818. This informational line is staffed with live agents who provide information on local services available to seniors. The county also oversees programs such as case management and medical transportation and provides referrals to other area resources. |
| Senior Connection Center, Inc. | (800) 336-2226 | Senior Connections Center, Inc., is the county’s Aging and Disability Resource Center and the designated Area Agency on Aging in the region. This local nonprofit organization provides services and supports to those aged 60 and over, including free health and wellness courses, Medicare options counseling and elder abuse prevention services. The agency also operates an Elder Hotline that provides over-the-phone information and assistance accessing programs that meet seniors’ needs. |
| Manatee County Veterans Services Office | (941) 745-3795 | The county’s VSO links qualifying veterans and their families to the state and federal benefits and services they’re entitled to. Through this office, eligible veterans can apply for disability and pension benefits and the Aid and Attendance benefit, which may help them cover the cost of assisted living services. The VSO can also help visitors determine whether they’re eligible for VA healthcare services or veterans’ home placement. |
| SHINE | (800) 963-5337 | SHINE is a statewide program that provides free senior health insurance options counseling. It’s staffed by trained volunteers who answer questions about Medicare benefits, Medicare Advantage and prescription drug plan options and long-term care insurance in Manatee County. Residents can receive personalized services over the phone or in person, or they may attend community classes that cover topics such as long-term care and Medicare benefits. |
| Legal Aid of Manasota | (941) 747-1628 | Legal Aid of Manasota provides free civil legal assistance to Manatee County residents aged 60 and over. Through this local nonprofit agency, seniors can obtain assistance with drafting simple wills and assigning powers of attorney. The agency can help qualifying seniors obtain federal benefits such as Social Security, Supplemental Security Income, Medicare and Medicaid. It also advocates on behalf of seniors in cases regarding illegal debt collection practices, elder abuse and health insurance fraud. |
| Manatee County Aging Network | (941) 894-8686 | The Manatee County Aging Network is a nonprofit organization that connects older adults with programs and services that promote healthy aging. It maintains a member list of community organizations that provide financial services, legal assistance, options counseling, transportation and volunteer opportunities. |
Manatee County-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Florida are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Florida page for more information about these laws.
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Norman
3.0
Review of Summerfield Senior Living
My friend is at Summerfield Senior Living. She tells me the food is not good, but they have a nice area where they help you rehabilitate. The problem with them is that their room is just a studio...
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Melverna Blanchard
5.0
Review of Brookdale Palma Sola
My husband has been a resident of Brookdale Palma Sola for several months. We are extremely pleased with his care. The staff is wonderful and if I encountered an issue, it was immediately...
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Sharon
5.0
Review of Amira Choice Sarasota
My mother-in-law moved into Amira Choice Sarasota. It's a fabulous place. It's got everything. They have a chef. We ate lunch there, and the food was fabulous. The apartments are nice and clean....
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