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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Sarasota County, FL

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Assisted living costs in Sarasota County average about $4,941 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 227 communities in Sarasota County. Our detailed directory has 6688 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Venice, Sarasota and Port Charlotte.

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 Discovery Commons at Bradenton
1111 Photos available
8.9
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4 reviews
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Discovery Commons is absolutely the best. My father was in [community removed], and we moved him out of there because that place turned into a nightmare. He was so neglected and ended up in the hospital....
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.
Discovery Commons Bradenton community is committed to providing a high quality of life at every stage of the journey, from assisted living to memory care for residents with dementia or Alzheimer's. Our staff is dedicated to fundamental concepts that include treating each resident with dignity and...
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Photo of Westminster Palms, a CCRC
1313 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.9
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33 reviews
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The staff is amazing. The receptionist is friendly and professional. The facility is clean and they seem to go the extra mile keeping her room straightened up. The nursing and aides are all very caring....
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.
Make Westminster Palms your choice for active senior living in St. Petersburg, one of Florida’s Gulf Coast gems. Featuring waterfront and city skyline views, our apartments range from studios to 2-bedrooms with dens at a wide range of prices. Westminster Palms is just one block from Tampa Bay and...
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Photo of The Goldton at St. Petersburg
1717 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
8.8
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71 reviews
8.8
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We’ve had a really good experience with Memory Care at The Goldton. Being close to the VA is a big plus for our family. The staff has taken the time to get to know my dad and his personality, and he...
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 Goldton at St. Petersburg is a family-owned and operated assisted living and memory care establishment. Our goal has been simple yet aspirational: to help our residents flourish. Entering the community does not mean checking your lifestyle or personality at the door. Residents continue to...
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Photo of Brookdale Palma Sola
1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.7
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56 reviews
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They are very good honestly! They are short handed, some extra help would just excel the service. Employees are very nice and friendly to everyone.
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.
Built for Lives Lived WellBrandenton seniors looking for luxury assisted living find it in Palma Sola. Choosing this community as your new home sweet home means trading the cares and worries of home ownership for a life where your biggest chore might be choosing what to do, or who to do it with.A...
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Photo of Parkside Assisted Living and Memory Cottage
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.7
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I am not located in the area so I am not able to get involved in any of the events or activities. I have been very satisfied with care, cleanliness and staff. They have recently had a change of senior staff....
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.
Would you like to love where you live? If you answered yes, then Parkside Assisted Living & Memory Care is for you. We are challenging what people think Assisted Living and Memory Care should be and delivering a quality lifestyle not seen before. Our open concept cottage floor plans offer...
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Photo of Brookdale Bayshore
77 Photos available
8.7
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Elevators are an issue but fortunately for my dad on 3rd floor there is an extra elevator. The higher floors are a challenge when one goes down. Food hit or miss but ok. Staff have all been great. Facility...
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.
Do more of what you love.If you’re ready to trade your hedge clippers for golf clubs, our bayfront community in Tampa, Florida, may be the perfect fit for you.  With both Independent Living and Assisted Living, here you have the freedom to experiment with new hobbies, re-ignite your sense of...
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Photo of Best Care Senior Living at Punta Gorda
55 Photos available
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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.
Best Care Senior Living at Punta Gorda is located on the shores of Charlotte Harbor, Charlotte County, Florida. Our picturesque and tropical community is located near the beach where you can smell the salt in the air. Punto Gordo is a wonderful place to live, a desirable travel destination and a...
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Photo of Caring Heart Tampa
1010 Photos available
8.6
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This facility is recently renovated with a group of caring employees. My friend is very happy with their care. New owners has done a wonderful job of upgrading the facility in the last couple years. Close to...
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.
Caring Heart Tampa welcomes members to an inviting and homelike atmosphere. With our staff that is resident centered focused. We offer spacious private suites where one can maintain their independence and physical well-being. Members can enjoy an active and social calendar. We are pet friendly...
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Photo of The Windsor of Bradenton
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97 reviews
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Windsor Of Bradenton was an awesome place for my mom, she was only there three months before she passed. The director [Name Removed] was outstanding. I know[Name Removed] has left and no longer there. They...
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.
The Windsor of Bradenton is a licensed assisted living residence committed to providing quality services in a caring, comfortable environment. We offer professional, personalized services designed to enhance the quality of life for those we serve. We have been serving the needs of senior adults...
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Photo of Brookdale Bradenton Gardens
1717 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
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I would say I love [name removed] she was so great through the whole process of my friend moving in. Loved [name removed] the nurse, she was wonderful and caring. Don't know what happened to her? [name...
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.
Squeeze More Life Into Your Senior LivingFor our assisted living residents, life might never have been sweeter, as they have an almost endless onslaught of rewarding activities available every day. Tuesday hymn sings for our crooners, Wednesday Words With Friends for our word lovers, or Monday...
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Photo of The Courtyard Assisted Living
11 Photo available
11 Floor plan available
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.
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Photo of Promised Sky ALF INC
99 Photos available
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My family and I could not be more grateful for the care, compassion, and professionalism shown by the staff at this assisted living facility. From the very first visit, we felt welcomed and reassured that...
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.
Promised Sky delivers exceptional service at its residential care home in Cape Floral, Florida. The care home is a delightful oasis retreat surrounded by palm trees. Indoor common areas provide spaces for on-site activities such as games, art activities, and exercise.The community offers...
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Photo of Toby Weinman Residence
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8.0
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There are several factors that have made my father's experience at Toby Weinman Residence favorable: * There are less than two dozen residence, which feels like my father gets more personal attention * the...
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.
Located on the Menorah Life campus in St. Petersburg, Toby Weinman Residence serves people of all faiths and provides its residents with a way of life that promotes overall physical, intellectual and emotional well-being.Since it's opening in 2003, Toby Weinman Residence has maintained the...
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Photo of Arbor Oaks at Tyrone
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Everyone on the staff was excellent - except for one person who dispensed the medication in the morning. She doesn't have a friendly attitude. And she wasn't helpful when questioned. The night time girl who...
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.
Arbor Oaks at Tyrone opened in 1997 and has been under the same family ownership for the entire time. The community is conveniently located near Tyrone Square Mall and was designed to look and feel like a residential home. Senior adults are empowered to enjoy a carefree lifestyle that encourages...
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Photo of Brookdale Santa Barbara
88 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
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The staff was/is very friendly, professional, & always helpful to whatever your needs may be. The facility was keep very clean. The food was prepared fresh daily for patients. My wife was only there for 11...
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.
Built for safety. Designed for comfort. Being a part of a memory care community should mean enjoying new and old passions. It should mean engaging in creative pursuits and enjoying social circles. That’s what we offer our valued residents.Our vibrant community is a dedicated memory care...
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Photo of Summerfield Senior Living
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33 Floor plans available
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My mom seems to enjoy it. Especially the entertainment they have brought in. I did have a concern one day I went and there was nobody at the front door and other people there as well just walked in.
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.
Welcome to Summerfield Senior Living!If you are looking for a community that understands and honors you as a unique individual, you’ve come to the right place. We understand you may have many questions, and we’re here to help make the process as simple and straightforward as possible.By choosing...
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Photo of The Windsor of Venice
1515 Photos available
7.5
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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.
The Windsor of Venice is a licensed assisted living and memory care residence committed to providing quality services in a caring, comfortable environment. We offer professional, personalized services designed to enhance the quality of life for those we serve. We have been serving the needs of...
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Photo of Westminster Bradenton Manor, a CCRC
1717 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
7.5
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The staff are very friendly and helpful and seem to be attending to my mother in law. I would recommend them to others - the facility is renovated, neat and clean.
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.
Close-Knit, Convenient LivingThe Westminster Bradenton Manor neighborhood offers a friendly, peaceful retreat with a quiet neighborhood feel that is just moments from downtown Bradenton's amenities. Plus you're a short trip from all that Sarasota has to offer and the famous white-sand beaches on...
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Photo of HarborChase of Sarasota
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44 reviews
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Ask about nursing coverage. Is a nurse on site 24/7? Ask for a check list of services provided at each level of care and review that list with the HC point person and the potential new resident. Ask how or...
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.
HarborChase is an assisted living and memory care community located in sunny Sarasota, Sarasota County, Florida. The first thing that residents and visitors notice about this community is the beautifully landscaped grounds and pleasant architecture. HarborChase is in an established residential...
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Photo of Best Care Senior Living at Port Charlotte
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I moved my mother from another facility because I was unhappy with the care she was getting. This location has the most caring staff. I haven’t met one uncaring person. My has dementia and is treated gently...
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.
Best Care Senior Living at Port Charlotte, we provide a warm, supportive environment for those needing assistance with daily activities while promoting independence and dignity. We offer person-centered care, including specialized support for mental health needs through our limited mental health...
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Photo of American House Sarasota
77 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion
7.0
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started our fourth year and it seems like yesterday! No place is perfect but I find American House staff from Corporate,management,right down to the hourly employees willing to listen with empathy, take...
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 Sarasota is a premiere senior living community offering independent living and assisted living services in Sarasota Florida. Drawing people from all over the world with it's famous white sandy beaches, Sarasota boasts cultural and recreational opportunities for people of all ages,...
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The Pavilion of Downtown Venice has cared for my dad for 7 years. The building is a landmark which offers an “old world” feeling. The staff is caring, patient and experienced. They can deal with any and all...
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.
We offer a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff who greet you everyday. Our caring staff offers the assistance you need while respecting your independence. Our peaceful setting, restaurant style dining experience, activities and beautiful setting combine to create...
Photo of Brookdale Deer Creek Sarasota
88 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
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[name removed] and the staff are very friendly and caring the community is so welcoming. The staff goes above and beyond to accommodate and is so helpful. They knew all my questions that I asked. I would...
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.
Maintaining identity and a strong sense of self comes from living a life filled with meaning, purpose and contributions and having dementia shouldn’t change that. For those with Alzheimer’s disease or other types of dementia, our community, located on the sunny Gulf Coast in beautiful Sarasota,...
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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...
Photo of Angels Senior Living at Sarasota
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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...

Cost of assisted living in Sarasota County, FL

The average cost of senior living in Sarasota County is $4,941 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Charlotte County, FL with an average of $4,146 per month.

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

Sarasota County, FL
$4,941/mo

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

Sarasota County, FL
$4,941/mo
$4,853/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,941/mo
$5,414/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,258/mo
Studio
$4,223/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,915/mo

Senior living costs in Sarasota 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: Sarasota County, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSarasota County, FLFloridaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,941/mo$4,853/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,414/mo$5,704/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$4,082/mo$3,640/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Sarasota County, FL:$4,941/mo
Florida:$4,853/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Sarasota County, FL:$5,414/mo
Florida:$5,704/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Sarasota County, FL:$4,082/mo
Florida:$3,640/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Sarasota County, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Sarasota 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.

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Assisted living cost trends in Sarasota County, FL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Sarasota 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
Sarasota County, FL$5,165/mo$4,902/mo+5.4%
Florida$4,661/mo$4,519/mo+3.1%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Sarasota County, FL
2024 average cost:$5,165/mo
2023 average cost:$4,902/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
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 Sarasota 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 Sarasota County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Sarasota County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Sarasota 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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Sarasota County review score based on 1,405 family reviews

8.6
Review score227 facilities1405 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 1405 reviews of 227 Sarasota County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Sarasota 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

Sarasota County review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Sarasota County, FL227 facilities
8.4
Manatee County, FL453 facilities
9.1

Review subcategories for Sarasota 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 1,405 reviews of 227 Sarasota County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Sarasota 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.
Sarasota 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

Sarasota County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sarasota County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sarasota 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 Sarasota 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 Sarasota County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Sarasota County, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
63%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
59.9%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.4%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.6%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
74%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
46.7%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.8%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60.8%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
67.4%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Sarasota 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 Sarasota County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sarasota County, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
67.8%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40.5%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55.9%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
26.9%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sarasota 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 Sarasota County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sarasota County, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
39.6%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.6%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
52%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.4%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Sarasota 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 Sarasota County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sarasota County, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
47.1%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
44.1%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.9%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sarasota 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 Sarasota County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sarasota County, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
54.6%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.7%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.8%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.6%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60.8%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.6%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50.2%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.6%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.5%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.6%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
58.1%
48%
Dances
Dances
42.7%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.3%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Sarasota 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 Sarasota County protect seniors.
Learn about Florida assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Grand Villa of Englewood, Bayshore Guest Home and Gardens and Grand Villa of Sarasota are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Sarasota County, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 227 assisted living facilities near Sarasota County, Florida. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Sarasota 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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