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1533 4th Avenue West, Bradenton, FL 34205
4.0
(24 reviews)
"Westminster Point Pleasant is a great spot. It's beautiful. They've got good people working there and my wife lives in a five-star unit. They have different buildings on their campus, some are with nurses and things like that, while she is in a rehab..."
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1120 33 Avenue, West, Bradenton, FL 34205
4.0
(1 reviews)
"Our experience here was fine. They showed us around, and then we played bingo and had lunch as well. Everyone was fine and nice. ..."
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5700 24th Street East, Bradenton, FL 34203
4.0
(7 reviews)
"My mother is in The Cottages of Bradenton, but she's been independent in an apartment for a few years. I like almost everybody on the staff, and they do pretty much anything for her. They help her with bathing once or twice a week and help clean her ..."
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18400 Cochran Blvd, Port Charlotte, FL 33948
4.0
(26 reviews)
"Truewood by Merrill, Charlotte Center is very, very clean and very well-maintained. The staff is friendly. Mom is living in her own little place and they call them neighborhoods. There's like ten of the apartments in one particular wing and they have..."
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2614 43rd Street West, Bradenton, FL 34209
3.7
(13 reviews)
"My father was in Discovery Commons for about 18 months and a few months after his passing, my mom was there for 4 1/2 months. She was thriving there and passed away suddenly so didn't get to enjoy it nearly as long as we'd hoped. She had been alone..."
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1725 Manatee Avenue West, Bradenton, FL 34205
3.6
(8 reviews)
"Facility always clean and clean smelling, regular toilet visits for residents, three good meals per day, plus snacks. There are daily activities that residents can actually participate in, like drum circle, Elvis visits, musical entertainment, therap..."
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3409 26th St W, Bradenton, FL 34205
3.0
(1 reviews)
"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 and it's too small. The staff seems to be nice and ple..."
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105 15TH STREET EAST, Bradenton, FL 34208
2.8
(7 reviews)
"My family member absolutely loves it here. She said that throughout this pandemic she has felt very safe. The staff does everything they can to make her comfortable, even shopping for her once a week. They have really done a wonderful job of ensurin..."
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3503 14th St W, Bradenton, FL 34205
2.0
(2 reviews)
"Location of facility is urban and noisy. Management (ED) needs to be replaced. It is a fairly new place so facility still relatively clean. High turnover of staff. Many families did not have good relationship with (ED) and management. Director..."
READ MORE113 11TH AVENUE WEST, Bradenton, FL 34205
2.0
(1 reviews)
"The most notable feature of the facility was the general lack of attention to appearance. It smelled filthy, like a mixture between feces and moth balls. The floors were evidently dirty but the lack of consistent lighting made the whole place very di..."
READ MORE6117 Laurel Creek Trail, Ellenton, FL 34222
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Florida Agency of Health Care Administra..."
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1712 24th St E, Palmetto, FL 34221
"Family Care Home is located in Palmetto, FL. Seniors can take advantage of living close to public transportation, with the Eternity Temple F..."
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2302 59th St W, Bradenton, FL 34209
"Professional Care and Attention Integrated Health Services of Bradenton is a subacute, rehabilitation oriented, skilled nursing facility. Ou..."
READ MORE3229 19th St W, Bradenton, FL 34205
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Florida Agency of Health Care Administra..."
READ MORE323 49Th St Nw, Bradenton, FL 34209
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Florida Agency of Health Care Administra..."
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830 Rosemary Circle, Bradenton, FL 34212
"We Promise to treat our residents with Love and Compassion. Because of the intimate size of each home, our staff is able to get to know and ..."
READ MORE5302 65th Ter E, Ellenton, FL 34222
"Located minutes from the Gulf of Mexico in Ellenton, CA, Power of Love Ach is situated in a residential neighborhood near churches and golf ..."
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1700 3rd Ave W, Bradenton, FL 34205
"Welcome to Westminster Towers & Shores! Water surrounds Westminster Towers & Shores, where an active lifestyle meets convenient access to al..."
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5015 29th Ave. West, Bradenton, FL 34209
"Trusted Care at Our Family-Owned Residence We are a 16 bed assisted living residence located in a quiet and charming neighborhood in Braden..."
READ MOREAssisted living fees for Sarasota County as a whole aren’t available, but the Genworth 2020 Cost of Care Survey provides cost data for the North Port area, which is located within the county. According to the survey, U.S. seniors typically pay $4,300 per month for assisted living services, but fees vary drastically depending on local living costs. Florida is generally an affordable option for this level of care, with fees coming in 14% below the national average at $3,700 monthly. In Sarasota County, assisted living costs $3,888 per month, which is almost $200 higher than the state median but over $400 less than the national rate.
By Florida’s standard, Sarasota County is moderately priced for assisted living services, but many cities offer cheaper care. The most cost-effective option in the state is the Sebring area, which is located about 80 miles east and has a monthly average of $2,895. In Tampa, which is about 70 miles north, assisted living facilities charge $3,225 per month, and in the Miami area, fees come in at $3,500. In some Florida cities, assisted living fees are closer to state and national averages. In Punta Gorda, seniors pay $3,938 for care, and Jacksonville is costlier at $4,150. In the Cape Coral area, monthly fees average $4,500, and the capital city of Tallahassee is the most expensive in the state at $5,506.
Florida
$3,700
The United States
$4,300
Jacksonville
$4,150
Punta Gorda
$3,938
Tampa Area
$3,225
Sebring Area
$2,895
Miami Area
$3,500
Qualified seniors can receive assistance with the cost of services at assisted living facilities in Sarasota County through the state’s Medicaid Long-Term Care (MLTC) and Assistive Care Services programs. Although the state’s programs do not set a cap on room-and-board fees, the MLTC plan does help to negotiate those costs with the provider.
The state also provides an optional state supplement (OSS) for those receiving Federal SSI benefits that can help with the costs of long-term care. Florida allows family supplementation to help cover the costs of assisted living without impacting Medicaid eligibility.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida | (239) 652-6900 | The local AAA is a nonprofit organization that serves older adults aged 60 and over through a broad range of resources and programs. It’s the state’s Aging and Disability Resource Center for the region and provides information and assistance with accessing local supports such as elder care, legal assistance and volunteer opportunities. The AAA also hosts health and wellness workshops, administers ombudsman services and operates the Elder Helpline, which is reached at (866) 413-5337. |
| Veterans Services | (941) 861-8387 | The county’s Veterans Services division helps veterans identify and apply for benefits that they’re eligible for and administers state-mandated human services programs such as the Healthcare Responsibility Act. This division assists qualifying individuals apply for disability compensation, VA pension benefits and the VA Aid and Attendance or Housebound benefits, as well as survivors’ and dependents’ benefits. |
| Senior Friendship Centers | (941) 955-2122 | Sarasota County is home to numerous Senior Friendship Centers, which are nonprofit centers that serve older adults aged 60 and over. These centers host congregate meals for a small donation, though no one is turned away due to lack of ability to pay. They host health clinics that provide medical, dental and behavioral health services. They also organize activities to promote a fun, social environment with rotating schedules of art and dance classes, fitness classes, games and cards and special events. |
| Sarasota County Aging Network | (239) 410-5663 | The Sarasota County Aging Network is a nonprofit organization that provides information and referrals for local seniors, helping them connect with services and programs. It maintains a directory that’s available online and in select pharmacies throughout the county that includes listings for local activities and entertainment, fitness and wellness services, health insurance counseling and legal assistance. |
| SHINE | (239) 652-6900 | SHINE is the statewide health insurance counseling program that provides free, unbiased options counseling. SHINE volunteers are trained to answer questions regarding Medicare, Medicaid and long-term care insurance, which may help seniors find ways to cover assisted living services. Counselors also help with understanding medical bills and disputing denied coverage or billing errors. Counseling is provided in group and one-on-one settings at multiple sites throughout the county. |
| Gulfcoast Legal Services | (941) 746-6151 | Gulfcoast Legal Services is a nonprofit legal organization that provides free civil legal services to area residents. Its Senior Citizens Law Program helps qualifying seniors address a broad range of issues including accessing public benefits, taking legal action against elder abuse, maintaining long-term financial security and advanced planning. |
Sarasota 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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Norbert
5.0
Review of Brookdale Sarasota Midtown
I moved to Brookdale Sarasota Midtown. Everything has been pretty nice here. The staff is good. The food is good. It's a good facility.
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Jim12
4.0
Review of Elison Assisted Living of Bella Vita
The Elison Assisted Living of Bella Vita is assisted living but they have independent living people living in the same area. They don't have the full end-of-life care, the continuum of care that...
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Candace
5.0
Review of Tuscan Gardens of Venetia Bay
We spoke to an associate from the facility who gave us so much information about the facility and how the admission process worked in general. She was so h lpful that we are assessing our...
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