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Assisted living costs in South Sarasota average about $4,641 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 58 communities in South Sarasota. Our detailed directory has 1110 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 Savannah Grand of Sarasota
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I would highly recommend Savannah Grand of Sarasota to others for their loved ones. I feel the staff have a genuine concern for the residents that are coming in to the community. The communication has been...
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.
Savannah Grand, offering gracious retirement assisted living is located in prestigious South Sarasota, Florida. The assisted living community in Sarasota is adjacent to the Beneva Road main entrance of the impressive Palmer Ranch residential community. It is an elegant yet affordable assisted...
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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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7.0
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11 reviews
7.0
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11 reviews
5 star
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I am [name removed] RN CRNA for 40 years. Beneva welcomed me in the continum of health care from SMH for lsepsis LT leg fracture & ORIF during Hurricane Michael. [name removed] DPE- Director Patient...
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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1.0
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1.0
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66%
4 star
27%
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They are very friendly and they always remember my loved on when she goes for her respite stays. I would recommend them to friends and family. I'm very satisfied with this caring and friendly 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.
DeSoto Palms Assisted Living Community is all about Living the Life and what better place to do just that than in the quaint, metropolitan city of Sarasota, Florida. DeSoto Palm's mediterranean style compliments the tropical living of Sarasota and is located just 10 miles from the beautiful white...
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3.0
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2 reviews
3.0
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2 reviews
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We chose Discovery Village at Sarasota Bay because they have 24 hour nursing which was very important for us. There is not someone just on call - they are present in the building at all times. The facility...
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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Photo of Wynwood of Sarasota
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
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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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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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, 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.
Photo of Plymouth Harbor on Sarasota Bay
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.
Photo of Pines of Sarasota
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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What we like the most about the community is the kindness and compassion the staff have towards the residents. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so...
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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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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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, 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.
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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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.
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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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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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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...

Cost of assisted living in South Sarasota, FL

The average cost of senior living in South Sarasota is $4,641 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Seminole, FL with an average of $3,830 per month.

Assisted living costs in South Sarasota, FL, vs. nearby cities

South Sarasota, FL
$4,641/mo
$4,655/mo

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

South Sarasota, FL
$4,641/mo
$4,639/mo
U.S. national average
$4,740/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,641/mo
$4,699/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,974/mo
Studio
$5,088/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,384/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,324/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,915/mo

Senior living costs in South Sarasota 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: South Sarasota, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouth Sarasota, FLFloridaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,641/mo$4,639/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,699/mo$5,341/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living$4,303/mo$4,993/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
South Sarasota, FL:$4,641/mo
Florida:$4,639/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
South Sarasota, FL:$4,699/mo
Florida:$5,341/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Independent Living
South Sarasota, FL:$4,303/mo
Florida:$4,993/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Assisted living costs in South Sarasota, FL, over time

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

South Sarasota, FLFL stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in South Sarasota, FL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in South Sarasota 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 median 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
South Sarasota, FL$5,149/mo$4,642/mo+10.9%
Florida$4,519/mo$4,316/mo+4.7%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
South Sarasota, FL
2024 average cost:$5,149/mo
2023 average cost:$4,642/mo
Percent change:+10.9%
Florida
2024 average cost:$4,519/mo
2023 average cost:$4,316/mo
Percent change:+4.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in South Sarasota, 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 South Sarasota.

What families are saying about assisted living in South Sarasota

Recent reviews for assisted living in South Sarasota

Windsor Reflections Memory Care in Lakewood Ranch, FL

5.0
My husband been a resident for 16 months. He is treated with care and respect. If I have a concern, its addressed in a timely manner. Staff members in all departments take a personal interest.

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.

The Fountains of Hope in Sarasota, FL

4.0
They have recently gone through some changes but I'm happy to say they are all for the better. They currently have a very caring staff. Now they just need more residents! My mother is 100, and says her caretakers are very nice to her.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

High-quality, homemade meals. Residents in various communities rave about the delicious and freshly prepared meals they receive daily. For instance, at Sarabella Senior Living, the chef caters to individual preferences and dietary restrictions, while Bayshore Guest Home and Gardenss chef goes above and beyond to meet res ...
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Engaging and diverse activities. Communities offer a wide range of activities tailored to residents' interests. These include movie nights, museum outings, gardening classes, and hobby groups, as noted in reviews for Brookdale Phillippi Creek, Heron Club at Prestancia, and Brookdale Palmer Ranch. Residents frequently expr ...
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Friendly and caring staff. Reviews consistently praise the kindness and attentiveness of caregivers and staff, with examples at Grand Villa of Sarasota, Brookdale Phillippi Creek, and Brookdale Palmer Ranch. Families and residents alike express gratitude for the long-lasting relationships that have been formed betwe ...
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Spacious and comfortable living spaces. Many residents enjoy the ample living spaces available to them in their communities, such as the bright and open layout at Sarabella Senior Living, the well-maintained rooms at Heron East, and the renovated apartments at Bayshore Guest Home and Gardens. These spaces contribute to a sense o ...
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Thoughtful communication with families. Communication between communities and families is a top priority, with regular meetings and updates ensuring that everyone is informed about their loved ones' care. The community director at sets regular meetings with senior residents and their loved ones, both in person and virtually.
Secure and well-maintained facilities. The cleanliness and upkeep of facilities are essential factors in residents' overall satisfaction, as demonstrated in reviews for HarborChase of Sarasota, Brookdale Sarasota Midtown, and Brookdale Palmer Ranch. Residents appreciate the peace of mind that comes with living in a secure and w ...
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South Sarasota review score based on 279 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 279 reviews of 47 South Sarasota assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The South Sarasota 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

South Sarasota review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
South Sarasota, FL47 facilities
8.2
8.2
Sarasota, FL72 facilities

Review subcategories for South Sarasota 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 279 reviews of 47 South Sarasota assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare South Sarasota 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.
South Sarasota, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.1
Friendliness
4.4
4.2
Care services
4.0
3.8
Staff
4.3
4.0
Meals & dining
4.1
3.7
Activities
4.1
3.7
Value for cost*
4.0
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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South Sarasota assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Sarasota assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Sarasota, 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 South Sarasota 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 South Sarasota that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
South Sarasota, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
53.2%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
70.2%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
44.7%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63.8%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in South Sarasota 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 South Sarasota Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
South Sarasota, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
68.1%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
57.4%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
51.1%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
34%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Sarasota 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 South Sarasota partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Sarasota, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
44.7%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
59.6%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
55.3%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.4%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
29.8%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in South Sarasota 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 South Sarasota communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Sarasota, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
57.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.3%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
57.4%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
36.2%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Sarasota 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 South Sarasota offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Sarasota, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
66%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
57.4%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.4%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.8%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
68.1%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
61.7%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
57.4%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
63.8%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
66%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
44.7%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63.8%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in South Sarasota

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 South Sarasota protect seniors.
Learn about Florida assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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