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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Sarasota County, FL

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The cost of independent living in Sarasota County is about $4,082 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 230 options.

Read 6414 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance. You may also consider nearby communities such as Sarasota, Venice and Lakewood Ranch.

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Photo of Aspire at Beneva
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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
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.
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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My beloved mother lives at Magnolia Acres and she is happy and healthy. Our family researched many facilities before bringing her here and found this facility to be warm and friendly, clean and efficient. It...
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.
Magnolia Acres is an assisted living community located in Englewood, FL. The city of Englewood is in Sarasota County and home to about 15,000 people. It's a small town with a quiet atmosphere and good weather year round. Residents can enjoy going out to shop and get a bite to eat, or they can...
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I give Inglenook Assisted Living all 5 stars. They took care of my stepmother and kept we well informed. I really liked the owner [name removed] but she sold the place after we had to move my stepmother to a...
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.
“Comfortable and Affordable Assisted Living on the Gulf Coast of Florida”Inglenook House Assisted Living provides personalized care in our spacious 7000 sq. ft. home, with 16 private to semi-private residential beds, filled with coastal charm, comfort, and enriching amenities. Our experienced and...
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The current manager of the property [name removed] is very good at what she does and is a very helpful asset to the community. The staff is amazing at helping you work through issues whether they are...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
River Commons, a 55+ independent living community located in the heart of Port Charlotte, knows that an active lifestyle is a key factor for successful aging. That’s why so many of River Commons’ amenities are aimed at promoting this lifestyle that so many on the go adults are living. Experience...
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My grandmother moved in to the Summit (formerly the Sheridan) in July 2022. She lived there until her passing in March 2024 at age 94. It was her third ALF since her stroke in 2016, and it was by far the...
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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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
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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.
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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We have recently moved my Mother in Law Into Adlers she couldn’t be happier.. You walk In the front door to the aroma of home cooking , The owners are hands on helping the residents with any accommodation...
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.
Alder Terrace Adult Care Center offers around the clock care for seniors seeking to maintain their independence, but who still require a little help with the necessities of life. Our mission is to provide residents with a home-like atmosphere that brings a sense of belonging, community, and...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
This stunning assisted living community is located in the relaxing, blissful Bradenton, Florida. It is located on four acres that will make your loved one feel like they are in the country. Surrounded by the tranquil sounds of the wildlife, fountain and pond located near the community, residents...
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It took a while to get use to assisted living. It is different that independent living, but the staff have worked to make it pleasant. The activities department here has been what I have enjoyed the most.
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.
At Great American Assisted Living Community at Bradenton, we provide a caring, comfortable atmosphere all wound up in an active and secure community. Located underneath the shade of the palm trees in Bradenton, our suburban campus is the perfect place to call home. With quality care provided in a...
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Photo of Aspire at Bradenton
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Our campus is located in the historic Manatee river district of Bradenton, and our building actually sits on the river front site of one of the first settlers in to this area. Imagine enjoying your daily meals while looking out at the tranquil Manatee River. You can experience far more that...
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The facility is one and a half years old, very clean, management communication have been very good, the staff has treated my mom very good, the meals are all good quality. The negative would be the same as...
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 Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Memory Care: Bradenton Cove "The Villas of Holly Brook at Bradenton Cove is an upcoming community offering affordable Independent, Assisted and Memory Care studio apartments featuring individual climate control. Amenities include a bistro café, salon...
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Due to Alzheimer's I had to place my husband for care. My daughter and I found "Our Home" at Ware's Creek and I couldn't be happier with the care and cleanliness of Our Home. They treat my husband just like...
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.
Magnolia on the Avenue is located in Ware's Creek's Historic neighborhood in Bradenton Florida. The facility is housed in an historic Victorian home — ensuring all of our residents are at home here. The warm atmosphere is a constant reminder that the 34-bed facility is really a community and...
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Our mother moved to MRALF eight months ago and is thriving in this environment. The staff is caring, supportive and she is treated with respect! Mom loves the food, has made friends and we are so pleased...
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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Magnolia was wonderful!The only thing that my mother ever complained about was that there weren't a whole bunch of activities. But it's such a small facility that it's hard to get people to do things. The...
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 believe that when a resident walks in our door, he/she becomes a part of our family. We pledge to love and care for each resident as a mother, a father, an aunt, an uncle, a grandmother, or a grandfather. We extend this personal touch to all of our residents and will do all that we can to...
Photo of Westminster Suncoast, a CCRC
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They are friendly and helpful. Sometimes it's difficult to find staff but I know they may be attending to other residents. Compared with other facilities I would recommend them. I hope they could implement...
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.
Step into a garden oasis alive with orchids, butterflies, and moss-draped live oaks at Westminster Suncoast senior living in St. Petersburg. Our active lifestyle offers a wide range of opportunities for living well in charming, maintenance-free villas with patios and spacious lawns. Delve into...
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You have freedom to go and come as you please. You have to check-in each day by 10:00 if not they come and check on you. I think it's great you can ride to and from dinner. I would go back there if I find...
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.
Enjoy active senior living at Westminster Shores, commanding nearly a mile of shoreline along Tampa Bay in St. Petersburg’s Bahama Shores neighborhood. Kayak, fish, or just soak in the natural beauty that surrounds you. Here, you’re a short drive from the fine arts and culture of St. Petersburg,...
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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.
Angel Care Assisted Living residents enjoy home-like suites . Our community is distinctly finished and decorated to be both soothing and easy to navigate for the elderly, without compromising on the homey feel we’re famous for. Feeling a sense of purpose each day is essential to quality living...
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After moving into the Volante of St. Petersburg my aunt asked why we didn't move her in sooner. She has made a several good friends at the community and she loves all the activities. In particular, my aunt...
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.
Welcome to La Orilla of St. Petersburg in St. Petersburg, Florida. We're glad you're here! We are currently in the process of renovating and rejuvenating our new state-of-the-art Assisted Living and Memory Care Community. We are excited to show you all the wonderful features and amenities we will...
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What we like the most about the community is that the community itself is very nice and we don't have any complaints in that regard. Yes, I would recommend Azalea Manor to other families based on the...
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.
Azalea Manor is a 20 bed senior care facility. It is located within the Historic Old Northeast area of St Petersburg, Florida. Located nearby are churches, retail stores, health care facilities, and other local amenities. They're located just 1.02 miles from St Anthony's Hospital. There are...
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It's wonderful! I would recommend it for anybody with mental illness or who has had substance abuse in the past. They have freedom to come and go, they have group therapy and private therapy. The trolley and...
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.
CentralCentral is an assisted living community located in St. Petersburg, FL. The city of St. Petersburg is in Pinellas County and home to about 250,000 people. It’s a fun city between Tampa and the Gulf of Mexico. The weather is ideal here because of the beaches and gulf breezes. With our...
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Very nice staff. Gorgeous location. New owners recently took over and renovations are beginning. Most of the staff appear to have stayed on through ownership changes. My mom feels safe and secure there.
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 Elancé at PasadenaImmerse yourself in the unparalleled beauty of waterfront living at Elancé in Pasadena, where every glance out your window is a captivating scene of tranquility. Discover the pinnacle of luxury as you indulge in the lavish lifestyle you deserve amidst the soothing...
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It is a wonderful place to live and to come here. They have valet parking here, maid service once a week, cleans the apartment and provides clean sheets, beautiful pool, activities for the residents each...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Extensive research has gone into developing a truly different, service driven retirement community that functions even better than it looks (and it looks amazing!) We believe that quality always costs less in the end. You are spared the unpleasantness of inexperience that frequently leads to...
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Our friend [name removed] actually lived there for less than a month. He felt the people were very old and had no family ties. The chef , manager was very helpful and fed the residents well . The facility...
Provides: Independent Living
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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, come on in!Fort Myers Independent Living is designed to help and maintain the quality of life for our senior citizens and those with disabilities by providing comfortable, clean, affordable housing in a way that promotes maximum self-determination and independence in a supportive...
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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.
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.
At The Bridges, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional care and a truly exceptional lifestyle for our residents. Our 5 star Google reviews speak for themselves - we go above and beyond to ensure our residents feel at home and truly enjoy their golden years. From our extensive amenities to...

Cost of independent living in Sarasota County, FL

The average cost of senior living in Sarasota County is $4,082 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Zolfo Springs, FL with an average of $3,087 per month.

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

Sarasota County, FL
$4,082/mo

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

Sarasota County, FL
$4,082/mo
$3,640/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

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

$5,414/mo
Independent Living
$4,082/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,781/mo
Studio
$3,595/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,119/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.
Independent Living$4,082/mo$3,640/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$4,941/mo$4,853/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,414/mo$5,704/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Sarasota County, FL:$4,082/mo
Florida:$3,640/mo
U.S.:$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
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Independent living costs in Sarasota County, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent 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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Independent living cost trends in Sarasota County, FL

The table below shows how monthly independent 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$4,003/mo$3,924/mo+2.0%
Florida$3,560/mo$3,449/mo+3.2%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Sarasota County, FL
2024 average cost:$4,003/mo
2023 average cost:$3,924/mo
Percent change:+2.0%
Florida
2024 average cost:$3,560/mo
2023 average cost:$3,449/mo
Percent change:+3.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Sarasota County

Recent reviews for independent living in Sarasota County

A Banyan Residence in Venice, FL

4.0
I would recommend this facility as they are caring, loving people that treat the residents like family. The place is a good fit for someone who loves the outdoor environment.

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.

Fort Myers Independent Living

4.9
I picked this community because it was the only affordable place.We can afford it and if we need to call for help for medicines and personal intimate items. Place is clean, cereal for breakfast,no lunch and dinner. Place is clean and owners of site are amazing.

Sarasota County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sarasota County independent 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 dietary accommodations in Sarasota County independent living

Independent 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
33.5%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.8%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
45.2%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39.1%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25.7%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Sarasota County independent living

Our independent 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
46.1%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
49.1%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
41.7%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.7%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sarasota County independent 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 independent 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
51.3%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.8%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.5%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.2%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
49.6%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.8%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.5%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
53.9%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
42.6%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.5%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.8%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Bayshore Guest Home and Gardens, Grand Villa of Englewood and Grand Villa of Sarasota are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sarasota County, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 230 independent living facilities near Sarasota County, Florida. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Sarasota County, Florida are The Windsor of Lakewood Ranch, Bayshore Guest Home and Gardens and Grand Villa of Englewood. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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