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Assisted living costs in Gulf Gate Estates average about $4,487 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 46 communities in Gulf Gate Estates. Our detailed directory has 1069 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.

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Photo of Aravilla Sarasota Memory Care
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My mom has lived at Aravilla for over a year and we are so very grateful for her care. Staff is friendly, engaging, she's always smiling. Absolutely the best decision we ever made. They've also made extra...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Where Happiness BloomsAravilla Sarasota’s Memory Care community combines thoughtfully designed surroundings, stimulating activities and compassionate care, guided by the most recent breakthroughs in the understanding and treatment of Alzheimer’s disease. Our resort-style community caters to your...
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I chose Inspired Living at Sarasota for my loved one because of their lovely outdoors. the individual rooms were big and the community seemed to be well run. unfortunately, my loved one was only able to stay...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Located just off the South Tamiami Trail, Inspired Living at Sarasota provides personalized care with assisted living services specifically designed for those with Alzheimer's disease, dementia or other memory impairments. Residents are truly at the center of their care, forming the foundation...
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This community is very nice and very clean - they could use more help just like everyone, but all of the staff members are very nice and really try to be helpful. They are very good with the residents and we...
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.
Quality of Life is a priority at Angels Senior LivingIt’s priceless to give your loved one a nurturing and loving home environment when they are no longer able to live independently in their own home. We deeply understand the transition stage that seniors and families go through and we know it...
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Listening to my mother and father say the food needs improvement more variety . But everything else is good needs met and satisfied with the facility.
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.
Aspire at Beneva offers a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff who greet you every day. Our caring staff offers the assistance you need while respecting your independence.Our peaceful setting, restaurant style dining experience, activities and beautiful setting...
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I like the care that my mom is getting from this caring community. The staff have been very attentive to her needs and always make sure that is able to be with the other residents during the activities. We...
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.
Cabot Reserve on the Green is a free standing assisted living community licensed for 60 residents and has been open since 1999. The community is part of Family Extended Care, a not for profit organization, with five communities in Florida and one in Georgia. Residents enjoy the serenity of...
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We transferred my mother to this cozy home-like environment after an unpleasant and alarming experience with one of the larger and more institutional facilities in the area. The difference was night and day....
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.
We distinguish ourselves from a larger community by being able to offer more one on one attention to our residents. This stems from the fact that we operate in the comfort and safety of a residential home. However, we still offer all the structure and professionalism of a larger memory care...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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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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...
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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.
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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.
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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.
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 Plymouth Harbor on Sarasota Bay
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.
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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...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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, 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 Carino Assisted Living
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
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.

Cost of assisted living in Gulf Gate Estates, FL

The average cost of senior living in Gulf Gate Estates is $4,487 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Arcadia, FL with an average of $3,378 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Gulf Gate Estates, FL vs. nearby cities

Gulf Gate Estates, FL
$4,487/mo
$4,575/mo
$4,381/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Gulf Gate Estates, FL vs. the state and national average

Gulf Gate Estates, FL
$4,487/mo
$3,936/mo
U.S. national average
$4,624/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Gulf Gate Estates vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,487/mo
$4,567/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Gulf Gate Estates, FL by room type

Semi-Private
$3,898/mo
Studio
$4,870/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,226/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,403/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,600/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Gulf Gate Estates over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Gulf Gate Estates, FL

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What families are saying about assisted living in Gulf Gate Estates

Recent reviews for assisted living in Gulf Gate Estates

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 ...
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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.

Brookdale Palmer Ranch in Sarasota, FL

4.0
I would reccomend Brookdale Palmer Ranch to others, with a couple of provisions. If the person in question can get around on there own and likes to go outside, then another location would be better. A place with a secure outside area. Do not use a location that caters to memory care only. If at ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and friendly staff. Reviews consistently praise the friendly and caring nature of the staff at various communities. Residents and their families express appreciation for the long-term relationships they've formed with caregivers, such as at Brookdale Phillippi Creek and Grand Villa of Sarasota.
Variety of engaging activities. Communities offer a range of activities tailored to residents' interests, from trivia nights and movie nights to gardening and fishing trips. Families note the importance of these offerings in keeping their loved ones active and social, like at Brookdale Palmer Ranch and Sarabella Senior Livi ...
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Thoughtful communication between staff and families. Clear and consistent communication between staff and families is a common theme in reviews, with families praising the openness and approachability of community directors and caregivers. Regular meetings and updates help ensure everyone is informed and care needs are being met, as seen at Baysh ...
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High-quality meals and dining experiences. Quality food and accommodating dining experiences stand out as major factors in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. Chefs cater to individual preferences and dietary restrictions, making mealtimes a highlight for many, as noted at Grand Villa of Sarasota and The Windsor of B ...
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Well-maintained interior spaces and grounds. The cleanliness and upkeep of both interior spaces and outdoor areas are regularly mentioned as important aspects of residents' experiences. Communities prioritize maintaining a welcoming and comfortable environment, as evidenced at Brookdale Phillippi Creek and Sarabella Senior Living.
Effective management and organization. Positive reviews mention the importance of effective management and organization in ensuring a smooth transition for residents and their families. Communities that address issues promptly and provide clear information help reduce stress and ensure a positive experience, as seen at Heron Club at ...
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Gulf Gate Estates review score based on 305 family reviews

7.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 305 reviews of 42 Gulf Gate Estates assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Gulf Gate Estates 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

Gulf Gate Estates review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Gulf Gate Estates, FL42 facilities
7.7
Sarasota, FL59 facilities
8.4
Venice, FL26 facilities

Review subcategories for Gulf Gate Estates 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 305 reviews of 42 Gulf Gate Estates assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Gulf Gate Estates 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.
Gulf Gate Estates, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.1
Value for cost*
4.3
4.1
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Gulf Gate Estates assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gulf Gate Estates assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gulf Gate Estates, 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 Gulf Gate Estates 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 Gulf Gate Estates that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Gulf Gate Estates, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
71.4%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
64.3%
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
78.6%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
45.2%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
73.8%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
73.8%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Gulf Gate Estates 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 Gulf Gate Estates Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Gulf Gate Estates, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
78.6%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
64.3%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
59.5%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
38.1%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gulf Gate Estates 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 Gulf Gate Estates partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gulf Gate Estates, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.7%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
61.9%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.2%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Gulf Gate Estates 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 Gulf Gate Estates communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gulf Gate Estates, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
64.3%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
61.9%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
64.3%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
38.1%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gulf Gate Estates 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 Gulf Gate Estates offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gulf Gate Estates, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
71.4%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
64.3%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
45.2%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71.4%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
76.2%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.4%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
69%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
61.9%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
71.4%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
73.8%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
73.8%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
50%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
71.4%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Gulf Gate Estates

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 Gulf Gate Estates protect seniors.

Learn about Florida Assisted Living regulations

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Brookdale Colonial Park, Bayshore Guest Home and Gardens and Grand Villa of Sarasota are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Gulf Gate Estates, Florida. See full list of communities.

There are 46 assisted living facilities near Gulf Gate Estates, Florida. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Gulf Gate Estates, 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.

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