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Situated at the southern tip of the Greater Tampa Bay Area, Sarasota serves as the seat of Sarasota County. The city is home to 42 assisted living facilities, and 52 more sit nearby, offering a...
In the directory below, we include 1197 reviews consumer reviews of local assisted living facilities to help you assess your options. These reviews suggest an overall quality score of 4.1 out of 5 stars stars.
8400 Vamo Road, Sarasota, FL 34231
4.2
(20 reviews)
Renovations are done now and the place feels great. My interactions with the staff, including medical staff, have been super good. We love living here....
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3260 Lake Pointe Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34231
4.2
(17 reviews)
I can not recommend this facility highly enough - 10 stars! The facility is clean, the rooms are large and well maintained, the grounds are beautiful. However, it is the staff that sets The Fountains apart. Both of my parents lived at The Fountains t...
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CARING STARS WINNER
700 John Ringling Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34236
4.4
(11 reviews)
We toured the Plymouth Harbor on Sarasota Bay. They took us on the whole thing. It's a huge place. They've kept updating. Some beautiful artists come in there and all the walls have nice art on them. They have lots of activities, and take you to some...
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1951 N. Honore Ave, Sarasota, FL 34235
4.1
(28 reviews)
I like that Aviva Senior Living is clean and that it doesn't smell. I like the idea of living in a community like that. They have a library, a hair salon, and a swimming pool. The staff who gave the tour was friendly. The dining area looked nice. It ...
$3,225
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...
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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...
$5,050
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4450 8th St, Sarasota, FL 34232
3.7
(8 reviews)
I have a friend that lives here whom I try to visit monthly. They recently gave the facility a much needed facelift with new paint and decor that makes it look open and inviting. They also have new management who are very attentive and clearly workin...
$2,700
1809 18th Street, Sarasota, FL 34234
3.5
(10 reviews)
I like Sunshine Meadows Assisted Living a lot. They're really good here. It's got good food and it's very clean. They have a salon and we do little games here and there. The staff is really nice. They interact with us. So, everything is pretty good....
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2600 Courtland Street, Sarasota, FL 34237
3.3
(8 reviews)
I was searching for a Skilled Nursing Facility when my mother was recently in the hospital for a hip replacement. Mom would need a few weeks of therapy to help get her back on her feet so she could return to her condo. The team at Sarasota Point Re...
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8104 North Tuttle Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34243
2.9
(21 reviews)
My mother stayed in the Life Care Center of Sarasota for rehab, and that was beautiful. She'd been there twice, and that was an excellent facility. The food was good. My mother was very happy there, and also the residents. It's very clean, no odor, a...
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7610 Prospect Road , Sarasota, FL 34243
5.0
(1 reviews)
We toured the Villas Of Holly Brook Sarasota. It's brand new. The woman giving the tour was over the top wonderful. She was very informative. She showed us the rooms. The rooms were phenomenal. They're just amazing. They're just a little too expensiv...
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4100 University Parkway, Sarasota, FL 34243
5.0
(1 reviews)
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. They check on my mother-in-law every hour. She loves it...
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741 South Beneva Road, Sarasota, FL 34232
2.8
(23 reviews)
Beneva Lakes was very reasonably priced and everything was right on. They offered everything that she needed and everything that she didn't. For example, they would check on her if she wanted and they were the best place I looked at. I liked the fact...
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3548 Sea View St. , Sarasota, FL 34239
4.0
(1 reviews)
My husband is 85 and I'm 78 and we're still healthy and both going. But my husband had two brain surgeries this past years and we thought it's time for us to start looking what are the options we have, just in case we get in to that situation. The fa...
$3,300
4612 Mcintosh Road, Sarasota, FL 34233
4.0
(1 reviews)
My brother had a brain tumor, and I moved him to McIntosh Manor which was very nice. He was lucky to be able to get into something because he was supposed to go on a skilled nursing, but they wouldn’t take him because Medicare won’t. It was nice, but...
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743 South Beneva Road, Sarasota, FL 34232
4.0
(1 reviews)
I visited Beneva Lakes Assisted Living Center. The staff that I talked to there was Bonnie, and she told me everything I needed to know and about finance. She showed us around the place. The lady at the front desk was a sweetheart. We went to the din...
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2841 6TH STREET, Sarasota, FL 34237
4.0
(1 reviews)
We went to visit the Aurora Manor, Inc. assisted living facility since we were already in the region, looking at places for my friend's mother to live. The outside grounds were colorful and nicely landscaped. The lovely garden also includes many path...
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1959 N Honore Ave, Sarasota, FL 34235
Welcome to Anchin Assisted Living and Memory Care! Anchin at Aviva provides both boutique assisted living and a world-class memory care environment where days are filled with interactive and engaging activities to enjoy. Our range of personalized care levels are designed to meet you wherever your needs may be – from traditional assisted living services to our specialized memory care program. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Florida Agency of Health Care Administration
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1958 Rolling Green Circle, Sarasota, FL 34240
We Promise to provide the highest standards of care. Our nurse oversees each of our residents care plans and works with families, physicians, home health, and hospice to make sure each resident is receiving all of the care and resources available to them. Unlike larger assisted livings we provide a 3:1 resident to staff ratio during the busiest hours of the day. Larger facilities have ratios upwards of 12:1. Furthermore, each staff member receives ongoing training, enabling us the to truly offer the highest standard of care. We Promise to create a home-like environment catered to our residents’ needs. It is believed that those living with Alzheimer’s / Dementia will fare better in a smaller home-like environment. We realize that they are susceptible to over-stimulation. Consequently, our homes are designed specifically to offer a safe, comfortable and peaceful environment. Limiting our home to 6 residents can reduce the anxiety many face when moving into a larger assisted living environment. We still provide the same services while in a smaller home like setting and receiving 24 hour quality care.To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Florida Agency of Health Care Administration
$4,300
1172 Tarpon Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34237
To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Florida Agency of Health Care Administration
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Assisted Living
Rebecca
3.0
Review of The Meadows of Sarasota Senior Living
My friends were residents of The Meadows of Sarasota Senior Living. The first thing you see is the gazebo, but it looks very rundown, so I thought that's not good. We walked into the facility, and...
Assisted Living
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.
Assisted Living
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....
According to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, Sarasota seniors pay monthly assisted living fees of about $4,965. Although this rate surpasses Florida’s median of $4,750, it compares favorably to the national norm of $5,350 and trends below rates in many nearby cities. For instance, seniors in Sebring pay approximately $4,595; in Lakeland, facilities set baseline fees near $5,292.
Sarasota
$4,965
Florida
$4,750
United States
$5,350
Tampa
$4,213
Lakeland
$5,292
Sebring
$4,595
Punta Gorda
$3,724
The average cost of assisted living in Sarasota is $4,145 per month. This is above the Florida state average of $4,000 but well below the average monthly cost of assisted living across the U.S., which is $4,500.
Florida provides two state programs to help eligible seniors with the cost of services at assisted living facilities: Medicaid Long-Term Care and Assistive Care Services. The state also offers optional state supplementation (OSS) for residents who receive social security income.
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.
With monthly rates at around $4,965, assisted living ranks among the more budget-friendly senior care solutions in Sarasota. By contrast, in-home care and home health care agencies charge approximately $1,700 more, and nursing home residents pay substantially higher fees of about $10,494 for shared housing units. However, adult day health care rates run lower at roughly $1,733.
In-Home Care
$6,673
Home Health Care
$6,673
Adult Day Health Care
$1,733
Assisted Living Facility
$4,965
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$10,494
Note: Since data for Sarasota is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, North Port, instead.
Central Florida has many resources for seniors, as this demographic has always been well-represented in the state. Many of the organizations listed below can provide further referrals and information regarding specialized services and programs in Sarasota and the immediate area.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Friendship Center (SFC) Sarasota | (941) 955-2122 | The Sarasota SFC offers members a range of programming, including educational classes on nutrition and health, scheduled activities and social events. It also serves as a resource center for area seniors. For caregivers, the embedded Center for Aging Studies has accredited continuing education programs in a range of subjects. |
| Elder Helpline | (800)963-5337 | A service of the Florida Department of Elder Affairs and the local Area Agency on Aging, this toll-free Elder Helpline is staffed 24/7 to assist seniors and their families. Whether they're seeking legal advice, benefits counseling or social services, the hotline is a one-stop source of information and referrals. |
| AARP Florida | Online | This state wide chapter of AARP provides Sarasota-specific news and updates as well as specialized information on such topics as hurricane season preparedness from a senior's perspective. Its website also serves to connect seniors with other vital services and programs. |
| Suncoast Aging Network | (239)410-5663 | An organization dedicated to making seniors' lives better in Sarasota County, SCAN and its affiliated members offer a range of public and private services for the area's aging population. With links organized into a single site, SCAN connects area seniors with the assistance and programs they need. |
| Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders (SHINE) | (800)963-5337 | Another free program offered by the Florida Department of Elder Affairs and the local Area Agency on Aging, SHINE provides one-on-one counseling and information for seniors and families seeking help with the sometimes complex issues of Medicare, Medicaid and other health insurance benefits applications. |
| Florida Long-term Care Ombudsman Program | (850)414-2323 | Providing legal advice and advocacy for seniors living in long-term care facilities, the ombudsman's office is available for filing complaints and arranging facility visits. It's charged with protecting and speaking up for vulnerable seniors who may have few other advocates. |
Sarasota Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in Florida are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Florida page for more information about these laws.
