About Assisted LivingAssisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.Complete guide to assisted livingBest of 2024 Assisted Living Winners
About Memory CareMemory 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. Complete guide to memory careBest of 2024 Memory Care Winners
About Independent LivingIndependent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to independent livingBest of 2024 Independent Living Winners
About Senior LivingSenior living is a term used to describe various housing and care options for older adults from maintenance-free, 55+ facilities for active seniors, to secure, fully staffed facilities for seniors with Alzheimer's or dementia.
Complete guide to senior livingFind senior living facilities near you
About Nursing HomesNursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.Complete guide to Nursing Homes
About Home Care Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home. Complete guide to home careBest of 2024 Home Care Winners
About Senior ApartmentsSenior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to Senior Apartments
About Care HomesResidential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.Complete guide to care homes
Veteran ResourcesVA benefits for long-term care, such as Aid and Attendance benefits, can help eligible veterans and their surviving spouses pay for senior care.Guide to VA benefits for long-term care
More About Veterans Benefits
Senior Living Awards
How Our Service Works
Caregiver ResourcesAdd Review(866) 374-4058
Talk to a local advisor for FREE
10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Desoto Lakes, FL
Assisted living costs in Desoto Lakes average about $4,413 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 70 communities in Desoto Lakes. Our detailed directory has 1732 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Bradenton, Venice and Sarasota.
Desoto Lakes Assisted Living Facilities | 1732 Reviews
Showing 63 communities
Last Updated: 12/20/24
Sort by
Filter by
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, 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.
11 Photo available
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.
5 star
75%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
25%
1 star
0%
The care at this community is good. The staff is caring and attentive. The community is clean and offers a good environment for the residents. They offer the residents activities. We would recommend this...
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.
We are a family owned facility and opened in 1996. We built the building and I am an accessible on site owner and an LPN. Tour some corporate facilities and then ours. Our continuity, long term staff, culture and consistent improvement in all aspects of what we do has resulted in a product that...
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, 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.
55 Photos available
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.
Live in the shade of excellence.81 Oaks Senior Living was created just for you. Our holistic approach to wellness and our personalized approach to assisted living and memory care means you’ll be living a life that reflects your standards, your desires and your schedule. From our Signature...
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
I liked this place a lot. It was very small very labor intensive place, they had a lot of helpers and they were very kind and respected the peoples. They treated him was very well. It was not as regemented...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Select Group Homes Inc Select Group Homes Inc is a group home located in Bradenton, Florida, in Manatee County. A pleasant and relaxing group home setting, Select Group Homes Inc is an excellent choice for your new home. Bradenton is a constantly growing city, with friendly residents, and lots...
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.
Our free advisors can help
- Compare local facilities
- Determine care type
- Schedule tours
- Evaluate pricing
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, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
Cost of assisted living in Desoto Lakes, FL
The average cost of senior living in Desoto Lakes is $4,413 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bardmoor, FL with an average of $3,684 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Desoto Lakes, FL vs. nearby cities
Desoto Lakes, FL
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Desoto Lakes, FL vs. the state and national average
Desoto Lakes, FL
U.S. national average
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Desoto Lakes vs. other types of senior living
Assisted Living
Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Desoto Lakes, FL by room type
Semi-Private
Studio
1 Bedroom
2 Bedroom
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
Average cost of Assisted Living in Desoto Lakes over time
Desoto Lakes, FLFL stateNational
Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Desoto Lakes, FL
Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Desoto Lakes.
Private income options in Florida
Find ways to combine private income sources to pay for assisted living.
VA benefits in Florida
Learn how ample VA benefits can help veterans and their spouses pay for assisted living.
Medicare and Medicaid in Florida
Consider Medicaid and/or Medicare to reduce assisted living costs.
What families are saying about assisted living in Desoto Lakes
Recent reviews for assisted living in Desoto Lakes
Sarabella Senior Living in Sarasota, FL
5.0
The community is beautiful, bright and open with luxury outdoor areas to experience. The staff are friendly and always smiling. They have up to 7 activities a day to choose from and they even hosted their own Summer Olympics. The food is also good and I love all the different ice cream flavors ...
Read more
Sun Towers in Sun City Center, FL
5.0
The service was outstanding because [of] the personnel [was] outstanding. The personnel [was] outstanding because the supervisory and management was outstanding.
Westminster Suncoast in Saint Petersburg, FL
4.9
Friendliness is one of their most outstanding features. Little bobbles and bumps happen, but all in all, Mom's been very pleased with them. She's getting ready to switch from assisted living to independent living, and she wanted to stay at Westminster Suncoast. One challenge that for some ...
Read more
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Engaging staff and friendly atmosphere. Many reviews mention the friendly and warm demeanor of the staff at various communities, creating a welcoming environment for residents. For example, at Sarabella Senior Living, residents enjoy the staff's initiative in organizing activities and the availability of staff for assistance. At Br ...
Read more
Diverse activities for socialization. Residents and their families consistently praise the wide range of activities available at different communities, fostering socialization and keeping residents engaged. For instance, at Sarabella Senior Living, residents participate in activities like wine hours, shabbat services, and entertai ...
Read more
Thoughtful care and accommodations. Caregivers at various communities demonstrate attentiveness and thoughtfulness towards the needs of their residents. At Grand Villa of Sarasota, the focus on personalized care and accommodations is evident through the facility's exceptional assisted living services and spacious, well-maintaine ...
Read more
Highly skilled and compassionate health care professionals. Communities with well-trained and caring health care professionals are often highlighted in reviews, ensuring that residents receive the best possible care. For example, at Inspired Living at Lakewood Ranch, the presence of on-site medical professionals and the facility's commitment to integra ...
Read more
Comfortable and well-maintained living spaces. Residents often express satisfaction with the cleanliness, comfort, and upkeep of their living spaces at different communities. At The Windsor of Bradenton, the apartment is described as roomy and comfortable, while at Grand Villa of Sarasota, the clean bathrooms and updated interiors contri ...
Read more
Accessibility to on-site services and amenities. Communities with convenient on-site services and amenities are appreciated by residents and their families for added comfort and convenience. For instance, at Inspired Living at Lakewood Ranch, the availability of on-site medical providers, a beauty salon, and a large backyard with a pier and ...
Read more
AI generated from the text of family reviews
Desoto Lakes review score based on 425 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 425 reviews of 63 Desoto Lakes assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Desoto Lakes review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
Desoto Lakes review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Desoto Lakes assisted living
When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 425 reviews of 63 Desoto Lakes assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Desoto Lakes resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Desoto Lakes, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
Desoto Lakes assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Desoto Lakes assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Desoto Lakes, 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 Desoto Lakes assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Desoto Lakes that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Desoto Lakes, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
73%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
61.9%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
81%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
52.4%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
71.4%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
77.8%
53%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Desoto Lakes assisted living
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 Desoto Lakes Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Desoto Lakes, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
76.2%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
61.9%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60.3%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
31.7%
13.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Desoto Lakes assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Desoto Lakes partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Desoto Lakes, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
49.2%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.7%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
61.9%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47.6%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25.4%
14.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dining options in Desoto Lakes assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Desoto Lakes communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Desoto Lakes, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
65.1%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
65.1%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
61.9%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
36.5%
17.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select programs and activities in Desoto Lakes assisted 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 assisted living communities in Desoto Lakes offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Desoto Lakes, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
73%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
58.7%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
49.2%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
74.6%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
74.6%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
76.2%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
69.8%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
63.5%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
68.3%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
73%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
73%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
54%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
39.7%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
71.4%
45.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
State regulations for assisted living in Desoto Lakes
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Florida assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Desoto Lakes protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Colonial Park, Bayshore Guest Home and Gardens and Grand Villa of Sarasota are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Desoto Lakes, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 70 assisted living facilities near Desoto Lakes, Florida. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Desoto Lakes, Florida are Brookdale Colonial Park, Bayshore Guest Home and Gardens and Grand Villa of Sarasota. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
More questions?
Ask an A Place for Mom local advisor at no cost.
Assisted Living in Cities Near Desoto Lakes
- Bradenton, Florida
- Venice, Florida
- Sarasota, Florida
- Palmetto, Florida
- Lakewood Ranch, Florida
- Parrish, Florida
- Ruskin, Florida
- Ellenton, Florida
- Sun City, Florida
- Siesta Key, Florida
- Nokomis, Florida
- Longboat Key, Florida
- The Meadows, Florida
- Gulf Gate Estates, Florida
- Tierra Verde, Florida
- Myakka City, Florida
- Anna Maria, Florida
- Tallevast, Florida
- Bayshore Gardens, Florida
- South Bradenton, Florida
More options near Desoto Lakes, Florida
The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical, legal or financial advice or create a professional relationship between A Place for Mom and the reader. Always seek the advice of your health care provider, attorney or financial advisor with respect to any particular matter, and do not act or refrain from acting on the basis of anything you have read on this site. Links to third-party websites are only for the convenience of the reader; A Place for Mom does not endorse the contents of the third-party sites.
Back to top