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Assisted living costs in Manatee County average about $4,771 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 453 communities in Manatee County. Our detailed directory has 10295 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Sarasota, Bradenton and Lakewood Ranch.

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 Brookdale Sarasota Midtown
1717 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
9.5
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64 reviews
9.5
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64 reviews
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Staff were terrific! Greeted every resident by name, and each other. Food was good and activities were available, though husband was reluctant to participate, could usually coax him with promise of treats....
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.
Putting the Life Back in Senior LivingThe exceptional life here is built around two things: interesting things to do and interesting people to do them with. That’s what our residents find, with a brand new list of options every day for how to spend their time, and a whole community’s worth of...
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Photo of The Gallery at North Port
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9.5
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65 reviews
9.5
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65 reviews
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I love it, mom likes it okay. Staff is great, room is beautiful... food is just okay. They don't serve enough vegetables. I would recommend to others.
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.
The Gallery at North Port is a senior living community located in beautiful Sarasota County, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care living options. We have several amenities and services to ensure the comfort and well-being of our residents, including 24-hour on-site...
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Photo of South Port Square, a CCRC
1010 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
9.5
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129 reviews
9.5
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129 reviews
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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.
Upsize your possibilities and experiment with new hobbies, re-ignite your sense of purpose and enjoy new experiences and connections with interesting new friends. At our continuing care retirement community (CCRC), you’ll have independent living, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing...
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Photo of Suncoast Club at Prestancia
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.5
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60 reviews
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60 reviews
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What a fabulous facility! I can't say enough wonderful things about my experience with Steve and the rest of the staff at Suncoast Club. When I found myself having to move my best friend, Nan, into assisted...
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.
Across from the old theater at Sarasota Square Mall, at Prestancia at Palmer Ranch, sits a beautiful community where you can enjoy the feel of luxury living while receiving the benefits that assisted living has to offer. Artful Dining, Zestful Activities and Heartful Care are some of the...
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Photo of Aravilla Clearwater
2323 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.5
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23 reviews
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The staff are always friendly and helpful. Everyone says hello to the residents which makes it feel like a community. And the facility is impeccably clean.
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.
Aravilla was engineered from the ground up with your loved one’s safety, comfort, andconvenience in mind. From the spacious architecture and resort-like atmosphere, right down to the detailed and high-end finishes, our community is truly unique.When you visit our campus, you’ll see the marriage...
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Photo of Sun City Senior Living
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.4
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194 reviews
9.4
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194 reviews
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Highly Recommend Sun City Senior Living Moving a loved one into assisted living is a big step, but the incredible staff here made the transition seamless. The management team is genuinely amazing from [name...
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.
Sun City Senior Living in Sun City Center, Florida offers a vibrant, supportive community designed to meet the needs of seniors at every stage of life. Our community provides Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Respite Care services in a welcoming environment that feels like home. Spacious...
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Photo of The Crossings at Riverview
1212 Photos available
9.4
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80 reviews
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The staff are always extremely helpful, always trying to assist in any way possible. The rooms were really designed for single occupancy, so it is tight space wise. Having a primary physician onsite twice...
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.
The Crossings at Riverview located in Riverview, Hillsborough County, Florida is an assisted living community also providing specialized memory care resources for those with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia. Riverview is conveniently accessible to Interstates 4 and 75 and sits along the...
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Photo of Arden Courts Sarasota, A Memory Care Community
1414 Photos available
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9.4
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25 reviews
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25 reviews
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I visited an old friend that lives at Arden Courts. He is doing very good. He eats well, enjoys activities and loves to walk outside in the beautiful backyard. He is part of their family. The facility is...
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.
For nearly 25 years, Arden Courts Memory Care has catered to the special needs of individuals with memory loss. Staffed by specially trained caregivers, Arden Courts cares for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Each community features home like common areas,...
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Photo of Aldea Green
1010 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.4
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56 reviews
9.4
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56 reviews
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Aldea Green is not the fanciest Assisted Living facility, but we found it to be warm and friendly, with caring staff. The staff facilitate resident interaction and are supportive of their needs. Nursing...
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 community also offers "anytime" dining between 7 am and 7 pm where our residents can request made to order items from our "always available" menu which gives them the freedom to eat whenever they would like. This allows our residents to feel more in control of their day and how they would...
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Photo of Brookdale Rotonda
1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.4
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46 reviews
9.4
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46 reviews
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Everything was good except the value for the money they were out of line down there. The difference between the two facilities are night and day. They both have highs and lows for my mom. Yes, I'd recommend...
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 assisted living community offers a carefree lifestyle in sunny Rotonda West, Fla., where our residents live as independently as possible in the privacy of their own apartment. And because we provide assistance 24/7, you can exchange the fear of living alone for the security and comfort of...
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Photo of Hawthorne Inn and Estates of Brandon
88 Photos available
9.4
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31 reviews
9.4
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31 reviews
5 star
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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.
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Photo of Freedom Square of Seminole, a CCRC
1616 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.4
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60 reviews
9.4
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60 reviews
5 star
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Good staff and very clean facility and room. Nurses are pretty good. Staff nice. I would recommend. my brother and I are happy that our parents are in Freedom Square, we feel good because we know they are...
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.
Having fewer chores means more time to connect with your sense of purpose.At our continuing care retirement community (CCRC) in Seminole, Florida, you can. With four levels of care on one campus, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing, you’ll have the fun...
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Photo of Cabot Cove of Largo Assisted Living
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9.4
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23 reviews
9.4
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23 reviews
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Most of the staff seem really nice and caring. The doctors seem pretty good and the physical therapist is good. The food is pretty good, pretty good variety. They have a lot of activities for the residents...
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.
Welcome to Cabot Cove of Largo Assisted Living & Memory Care, a Vibrant Senior Community. Now with Integrated Memory Care.Cabot Cove is your place to Rejuvenate Mind, Body & Spirit. Discover what our personalized approach to assisted living can bring to your life.Our beautiful,...
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Photo of American House St. Petersburg
66 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
9.3
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84 reviews
9.3
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84 reviews
5 star
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American House, is a great facility, I wish I had started there. For sure a 5 star rating, great staff, quality care and superior food. Oh, and the building is wonderful!
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.
American House St. Petersburg is the newest senior living community in St. Petersburg, Florida, breaking ground in May 2019. Located on the corner of 9th Avenue and 66th Street, this beautiful, contemporary community will offer independent living, assisted living and memory care services,...
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Photo of Emerald Court Retirement Residences
33 Photos available
9.3
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10 reviews
9.3
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10 reviews
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Our Mother moved into Emerald Court Retirement Residence in [Date Removed], and it has been a wonderful experience. The transition was made so much easier thanks to the caring and attentive staff. From the...
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.
Country Inn offers assisted living in Pinellas Park, Pinellas County, Florida in a country setting. Due to the small size of Country Inn, the needs of the guests are attended to in a modern up to date facility with attention to each guest's particular requirements. When memory care, dementia and...
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Photo of Elison of Pinecrest
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9.3
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165 reviews
9.3
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165 reviews
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Most everything is quite adequate as far as food, activities, and staff for the most part. One thing that is very disappointing is the layout of her apartment. It is not designed for a person in a...
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.
Located on 8th Avenue SW in Largo, Florida, our charming, home-like community offers Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care living options all on the same campus. Enjoy the convenience of being close to Largo Medical Center, Pinecrest Golf Course and Taylor Park, and local...
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Photo of Best Care Senior Living at Brandon
1212 Photos available
9.3
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47 reviews
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47 reviews
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Food is good. Staff is good. I am never there during the weekdays so I don't know about the activities. The room is fine. The clothes are my only issue. He sometimes has someone else's clothes on and I went...
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.
Caring for a loved one living with memory loss can be overwhelming — physically, emotionally and mentally. By reaching out for help, it’s common to feel a sense of guilt or doubt. When you can no longer manage alone, it can be comforting to discover a setting with trained and caring staff. Best...
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Photo of Heritage Oaks of Englewood
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9.3
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25 reviews
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25 reviews
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They have very fair rates! Their entire building is really clean, and also up to date. There are things for the residents to do there and outside of the facility available by van. All staff are friendly. My...
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.
CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE... EVERY DAYOur community offers a rich array of amenities and engaging social activities in a spectacular setting. On a typical day, our residents can be found getting a trim at the on-site beauty salon and barber shop, strolling through the gorgeous community gardens,...
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Photo of Belvedere Commons of Sun City Center
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9.3
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51 reviews
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Our experience with Belvedere Commons has been wonderful. The staff are attentive, it is always clean and the room is just the right size. There are activities going on all the time.
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.
Belvedere Commons of Sun City Center is a vibrant assisted living and memory care community just minutes south of Tampa, Hillsborough County, Florida. Uniquely placed in a beautiful residential setting, Belvedere Commons is a warm, supportive place to call home, and a wonderful place for friends...
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9.2
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121 reviews
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121 reviews
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So far, the staff has been perfectly helpful, attentive, respectful, and caring. The "feel" among the residents is extremely positive, especially enthusiasm for activists and group events. Everyone we've met...
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 Tampa Gardens Senior Living
99 Photos available
9.2
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143 reviews
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Food smells and looks delicious and most seem to be enjoying it. Apartment size is perfect and even in the assisted living side. Memory care side is also large. Cleanliness over all is good and we have only...
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.
Tampa Gardens Senior Living is a vibrant senior community located in Tampa, Florida. Offering Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Respite Care services, the community is designed to provide personalized support tailored to each resident's needs. The community features a variety of living options,...
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Photo of Freedom Plaza, a CCRC
1313 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.2
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28 reviews
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Every new thing we learned after moving in was a plus i.e. storage available for golf clubs, lab work can be done right here, voting done right here on site.
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.
Freedom Plaza: Assisted Living in Sun City Center, FLSometimes all you need is a helping hand, and that’s just what you’ll get at Freedom Plaza Assisted Living and Memory Care, the community for premier assisted living in Sun City Center, FL. We’ll help with all the basic activities of daily...
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Photo of Addington Place at College Harbor
1414 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.2
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51 reviews
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51 reviews
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We love Addington Place at College Harbor. Their staff is very warm and go to great lengths to help residents adjust. I'd rate them 11 on a scale of 1 to 10.
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.
Renovated outdoor pool and jacuzziRemodeled salon
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Photo of Suncoast East
1111 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.2
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35 reviews
9.2
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35 reviews
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It has been due to new ownership and new management that my rating is high. Now, Heron East is Suncoast East. The facility is cleaner and staff is consistently better to residents. We are all so happy with...
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.
Heron East Assisted Living has been providing a warm, lively community setting and outstanding care for Sarasota seniors since 1999. Our dedicated and experienced staff reflects a stable team with many years tenure, offering more than 60 years of experience in elder care. The City of Sarasota...
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The facility is small and they provide very good care as opposed to the larger facilities that seem understaffed. Don't go by appearance only. Check the level of care. I would rather have my mom in an...
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.
Who We Are...Emerald Garden is built a large home for you to be comfortable in a dignified loving home environment, without the chores.We believe it is the consistent quality of service and warmth that promises genuine care.The unique individual need and preferences of each resident and their...

Cost of assisted living in Manatee County, FL

The average cost of senior living in Manatee County is $4,771 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wauchula, FL with an average of $4,375 per month.

Assisted living costs in Manatee County, FL, vs. nearby counties

Manatee County, FL
$4,771/mo
$4,941/mo

Assisted living costs in Manatee County, FL, vs. state and national averages

Manatee County, FL
$4,771/mo
$4,853/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Manatee County, FL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,771/mo
$6,032/mo

Assisted living costs in Manatee County, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,986/mo
Studio
$4,016/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,068/mo

Senior living costs in Manatee County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Manatee County, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeManatee County, FLFloridaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,771/mo$4,853/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,032/mo$5,704/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,859/mo$3,640/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Manatee County, FL:$4,771/mo
Florida:$4,853/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Manatee County, FL:$6,032/mo
Florida:$5,704/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Manatee County, FL:$3,859/mo
Florida:$3,640/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Manatee County, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Manatee County and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Manatee County, FLFL stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Manatee County, FL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Manatee County have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Manatee County, FL$4,662/mo$4,320/mo+7.9%
Florida$4,661/mo$4,519/mo+3.1%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Manatee County, FL
2024 average cost:$4,662/mo
2023 average cost:$4,320/mo
Percent change:+7.9%
Florida
2024 average cost:$4,661/mo
2023 average cost:$4,519/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Manatee County, 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 Manatee County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Manatee County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Manatee County

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, a CCRC 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 ...
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American House Sarasota

4.0
The stairways aren't very attractive, the elevators could get cleaned more frequently. Most of the meals are very good. There are not a lot of activities in house. They have outings two days per week, plus church on Sundays. At American House, they put out a schedule once per month and put it on ...
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Manatee County review score based on 2,181 family reviews

8.4
Review score453 facilities2181 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 2181 reviews of 453 Manatee County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Manatee County 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

Manatee County review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Manatee County, FL453 facilities
8.4
Sarasota, FL366 facilities
8.2
Pinellas County, FL265 facilities

Review subcategories for Manatee County 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 2,181 reviews of 453 Manatee County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Manatee County 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.
Manatee County, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.6
3.4
Friendliness
3.7
3.5
Care services
3.4
3.2
Staff
3.6
3.4
Meals & dining
3.3
3.1
Activities
3.4
3.1
Value for cost*
3.4
3.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Manatee County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Manatee County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Manatee County, 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 Manatee County 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 Manatee County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Manatee County, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
55.6%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
54.5%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.7%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.3%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.3%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40.4%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.4%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
52.3%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
57.6%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Manatee County 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 Manatee County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Manatee County, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
61.6%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.6%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50.3%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.9%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Manatee County 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 Manatee County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Manatee County, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31.8%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
43.9%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.5%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.3%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Manatee County 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 Manatee County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Manatee County, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.1%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
36.6%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.5%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Manatee County 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 Manatee County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Manatee County, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
45.9%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.4%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.3%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.8%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50.3%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.6%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.5%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.7%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
49%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
47.5%
48%
Dances
Dances
35.1%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.6%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.2%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Manatee County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Florida assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Manatee County protect seniors.
Learn about Florida assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

The Windsor of Lakewood Ranch, Élan Manatee and Brookdale Pointe West are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Manatee County, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 453 assisted living facilities near Manatee County, Florida. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Manatee County, Florida are Dorothy Cares ALF, LLC., Grand Villa of Englewood and The Windsor of Lakewood Ranch. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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