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The average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Florida is $6,190, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the Sarasota area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or amenities.

Nursing Homes Facilities near Sarasota, FL

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Table of contents

Costs of nursing homes in the Sarasota area
What families are saying about nursing homes in Sarasota
How people pay for a nursing home in Sarasota
Understand Florida laws and regulations for nursing homes
What to expect from nursing homes in Sarasota
Sarasota nursing homes services and amenities
Explore senior care with confidence
Unfamiliar with Sarasota? Highlights for seniors

Costs of nursing homes in the Sarasota area

Skilled nursing care from a nursing home is the most expensive senior care option in Sarasota. This is true across the United States, because skilled nursing care requires specialized training and 24-hour supervision.

Sarasota’s assisted living and memory care facilities often cost half as much as nursing homes. You may find that you or your loved one don’t require the type of medical care reserved for a nursing home. If this is you, you can learn more about Sarasota’s assisted living facilities or memory care facilities.

According to Genworth’s Cost of Care survey in 2021, the median monthly cost of a private room in a Sarasota nursing home was $10,615, and a semi-private room was $9,034.^[02] The costs of a nursing home stay vary depending on location, floor plan, and the types of health care services provided.

Nursing home costs generally include the following:

24/7 skilled nursing care
Daily meals
Housekeeping and laundry services
Transportation to and from appointments
Assistance with activities of daily living

Costs of assisted living and memory care facilities in Sarasota

The average cost of assisted living in Sarasota in 2022 was $4,500 a month. Sarasota’s memory care facilities cost an average of $4,497 a month.^[01] Assisted living and memory care facilities in Sarasota tend to offer the same amenities and services as nursing homes, with the exception of round-the-clock medical care.

Cost of skilled nursing care in Sarasota’s assisted living or memory care facilities

Skilled nursing care is not only reserved for traditional nursing homes. In fact, about 81% of A Place for Mom’s partnering assisted living and memory care facilities in Sarasota offer skilled nursing services on-site.^[01]

Seniors or their families typically pay for this skilled nursing care in addition to their monthly assisted living or memory care fees. The cost of skilled nursing care in these skilled nursing wings is often comparable to traditional nursing homes.

Continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs)

Continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs) offer seniors the chance to offset the costs of their future skilled nursing care by paying a large admissions fee. These fees can be as low as $50,000 or as high as $500,000. CCRCs have multiple senior care offerings: independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing care. Because of the high admissions fee, a resident’s monthly fees stay roughly the same even if they begin to need skilled nursing care.

Senior living costs in Florida vs. national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.

Column communityType: Community type

Column state: Florida

Column national: U.S.

Column costDifference: Cost difference

Community type	Florida	U.S.	Cost difference
Nursing Homes	$6,190/mo	$5,847/mo	5.9% above national median
Assisted Living	$4,853/mo	$5,830/mo	16.8% below national median
Memory Care	$5,704/mo	$6,999/mo	18.5% below national median
Independent Living	$3,640/mo	$3,520/mo	3.4% above national median

Nursing Homes

Florida:$6,190/mo

U.S.:$5,847/mo

Cost difference:5.9% above national median

Assisted Living

Florida:$4,853/mo

U.S.:$5,830/mo

Cost difference:16.8% below national median

Memory Care

Florida:$5,704/mo

U.S.:$6,999/mo

Cost difference:18.5% below national median

Independent Living

Florida:$3,640/mo

U.S.:$3,520/mo

Cost difference:3.4% above national median

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Nursing homes costs in Sarasota, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in 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.

Sarasota, FLFL stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in Sarasota, FL

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in 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 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

Location	2024 average cost	2023 average cost	Percent change
Sarasota, FL	$5,368/mo	$5,087/mo	+5.5%
Florida	$5,114/mo	$4,949/mo	+3.3%
National	$6,098/mo	$5,866/mo	+4.0%

Sarasota, FL

2024 average cost:$5,368/mo

2023 average cost:$5,087/mo

Percent change:+5.5%

Florida

2024 average cost:$5,114/mo

2023 average cost:$4,949/mo

Percent change:+3.3%

National

2024 average cost:$6,098/mo

2023 average cost:$5,866/mo

Percent change:+4.0%

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Sarasota

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Sarasota

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.

Arabella Garden in Venice, FL

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.

How people pay for a nursing home in Sarasota

Senior care is expensive, but with careful planning, most families can keep the right senior care facility within reach. Thankfully, there’s more than one way to pay for long-term senior care. Many families use a combination of personal savings and state or federal programs to help cover the cost.

Learn how you can use your personal funds or programs like Medicaid, Medicare, and veterans benefits to pay for your or your loved one’s senior care.

Private pay methods

Most people have a retirement account, but that’s not the only way to leverage your private funds to afford senior care. Whether you choose to use a retirement account in addition to investments, pensions, or the sale of a house, you have options. Explore these articles to learn how to use these private funds to pay for your or your loved one’s senior care services.

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Assisted Living

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Using Life Insurance to Pay for Long-Term Care: 5 OptionsBy Nicole Gregory

VA benefits

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Most veterans in Sarasota are over 65, so senior veterans will find a built-in community and plenty of resources. The Sarasota County Department for Veterans Services is an excellent starting point for local veterans interested in finding benefits counseling or getting involved in their local community.

How to pay for skilled nursing care with veterans benefits

You may be able to pay for some of your loved one’s skilled nursing care with veterans benefits. The VA offers a variety of benefits, and some can be used to pay for anything that improves the veteran’s quality of life.

Some benefits, such as the Aid and Attendance benefit, can be used to pay for all aspects of skilled nursing care, including rent and meals. Other benefits, such as the Housebound allowance, can only be used to pay for specific care services in the veteran’s home. If you’re unsure which benefits your loved one is eligible for, consider reaching out to a benefits counselor.

How to pay for senior care with veterans benefits

You may be able to cover some or all of the costs of assisted living or memory care using veterans benefits. The Aid and Attendance benefit is one option for veterans who want to use their benefits to cover any aspect of their senior care, including rent and meals. You may want to talk with a benefits counselor to understand what each benefit covers and your loved one’s eligibility.

Veterans benefits counselors can help

Even the most prepared veterans and their families may need some help when navigating the VA system. We’ve compiled a list of reliable veterans benefits counselors in Sarasota who can help you with the following:

Understanding which benefits your loved one is eligible for
Understanding what services or amenities each benefit covers
Applying for benefits and appealing decisions

Veterans benefits counselors in Sarasota

The Florida state government and Sarasota County both offer veterans benefits counseling to local veterans and their families. You can reach out to any of these organizations to set up an appointment with a benefits counselor. All of these organizations offer benefits counseling at no cost to you.

Benefits counseling isn’t the only kind of counseling available to veterans. The Sarasota Vet Center offers mental health counseling, including care for PTSD, substance abuse, and more. The center offers sessions for free to veterans and their families.

These veterans benefits counselors are local to Sarasota or Florida:

Veterans service organizations (VSOs). As a nationwide network of nonprofit organizations, VSOs can offer expert advice for your loved one, such as which benefits they may be eligible for and how to apply. To contact a local VSO, check our our resources below or navigate to the VSO webpage and click on the “Find a new representative.” You can also go to the National Resource Directory and search for “VSOs in Florida.”
Sarasota County Department for Veterans Services. Sarasota County compiles resources for local veterans on the Department for Veterans Services website. Included in the resources are eligibility worksheets, application documents, and more. You can also request to speak with a benefits counselor by calling the department or by mailing this form to the address provided on it.
The Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs (FDVA). The FDVA offers virtual benefits counseling services to veterans and their families across Florida. Expert benefits counselors can help you and your loved one understand the application process and determine which benefits to apply for. Set up your appointment by calling 727-319-7408.
Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and Disabled American Veterans. The local VFW and DAV chapters provide benefits counseling to local veterans and their families, but they aren’t affiliated with the VA or state agencies. The DAV may be especially helpful to families of veterans who have a disability and need skilled nursing care. You can contact the Sarasota VFW and DAV chapters directly by calling the numbers listed in the resources.

Resources for Sarasota veterans

Veterans services offices

Sarasota Vet Center
4801 Swift Road
Sarasota, FL 34231
Phone: 941-927-8285

Sarasota County Department for Veterans Services
2200 Ringling Blvd., Suite 125
Sarasota, FL 34237
Phone: 941-861-3024
Email: veterans@scgov.net
Benefit seminar request form

Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs
9500 Bay Pines Blvd., #214
St. Petersburg, FL 33708
Phone: 727-316-7440
Virtual benefits counseling

Local veterans service organizations (VSOs)

Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 3233
124 S. Tuttle Ave.
Sarasota, FL 34237
Phone: 941-365-1918

Disabled American Veterans Chapter 97
7177 Bee Ridge Road
Sarasota, FL 34241
Phone: 727-319-7444

Online guides

A Place for Mom veterans benefits guide

Service-related ailments PDF

Federal veterans benefits booklet

Medicaid

Medicaid is a state-run health insurance program for low-income individuals. You or your loved one may be eligible for Medicaid, and it may cover some or all of your senior care. Seniors enrolled in Florida Medicaid can participate in one of these two plans:

Managed Medical Care (MMA) plan. The MMA plan is the general health insurance plan offered by Florida Medicaid. It covers regular doctors’ appointments, specialist visits, procedures, and medications. While the MMA plan covers health care, you should know that it doesn’t cover rent, custodial costs, or personal care in a senior care facility.
Statewide Managed Medical Care Long-Term Care (SMMC LTC) plan. The SMMC LTC plan is for people who require long-term skilled nursing services. If your loved one is looking to pay for some or all of their skilled nursing care, memory care, or assisted living with Medicaid, they should enroll in the SMMC LTC plan. It covers more services than the MMA plan, including the full cost of skilled nursing care at Medicaid-approved nursing homes in Florida.

Florida Medicaid’s SMMC LTC plan may cover your nursing home costs

The SMMC LTC plan covers the entire cost of a nursing home stay, as long as these requirements are met:

The nursing home is Medicaid-approved.
The individual needs skilled nursing care.
The individual already resides in the nursing home.

What if my loved one receives skilled nursing care from their assisted living or memory care facility?

While the SMMC LTC plan does cover the cost of senior care for eligible seniors residing in assisted living and memory care facilities, it may not cover rent or meals. This coverage is usually reserved for traditional, Medicaid-approved nursing homes. However, some seniors can be placed on a waitlist to receive this additional Medicaid coverage for their assisted living or memory care facility.

If you want Florida Medicaid to cover the entire cost of your loved one’s assisted living or memory care facility, you may want to speak with a Medicaid patient advocate or an elder law attorney.

Eligibility for Florida Medicaid’s SMMC LTC plan

Even if you’re unsure whether your loved one is eligible for the SMMC LTC plan, you should still apply. Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for Florida Medicaid SMMC LTC plan:

Be a resident of Florida.
Be 65 years or older.
Be without health insurance.
Be low-income (making under $18,075 annually as an individual or $24,353 as a couple).
Be in need of a nursing facility level of care, as determined by the Comprehensive Assessment and Review for Long-Term Care Services (CARES) program.

Get help applying for Florida Medicaid

Most people need assistance when applying for Medicaid, especially if they intend to use Medicaid to pay for senior care. Consider using the resources below to understand your or your loved one’s benefits.

The Florida Department of Health — Sarasota County. Sarasota County employs human services counselors who can help you and your loved one apply for Florida Medicaid.
The Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders (SHINE) program. SHINE is run by the Florida Department of Elder Affairs and the local area agency on aging. Its purpose is to provide Medicaid and Medicare benefits to seniors. Contact the Sarasota’s Senior Friendship Centers or call 866-413-5337 to set up a consultation.
The Florida Ombudsman Citizens Aide. You can direct all complaints or concerns about your Medicaid coverage to the Florida Ombudsman Citizens Aide.

Sarasota resident Medicaid resources

Local Medicaid offices

Florida Medicaid
2727 Mahan Drive
Tallahassee, FL 32308
Phone: 866-762-2237
Apply for Florida Medicaid, MMA plan

Social Security Administration

SSA office — Sarasota
2001 Siesta Drive
Sarasota, FL 34239
Phone: 800-772-1213

Medicaid benefits counseling

Florida Department of Health

Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida, Inc.
2830 Winkler Ave., Ste. 112
Fort Myers, FL 33816
Phone: 239-762-6900

Get benefits counseling through the Department of Elder Affairs

Florida Ombudsman Citizens Aide

Medicare

Medicare is a federal health insurance program that covers certain medical expenses for seniors. Most seniors over 65 are eligible if they’ve paid their Medicare taxes or are married to someone who has.

Medicare may cover skilled nursing care

Medicare may cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility or nursing home. In general, Medicare covers short-term and medically necessary costs. Short-term typically means stays in a hospital or rehabilitation facility that are under 20 days. This label also includes some recurring expenses, like medications or dialysis.

Medically necessary costs differ between each person. A physician and Medicare need to agree that the procedure, test, or item is medically necessary before Medicare will cover it. Because most seniors use skilled nursing facilities or rehabilitation facilities for a short period of time after a procedure, Medicare can cover some of these expenses.

Medicare covers rent and meals in skilled nursing facilities

As long as the stay in the skilled nursing facility is under 20 days and is medically necessary, Medicare may cover the entire bill. This includes the following:

Rent for a private or semi-private room
Meals
Personal care
Occupational, physical, and speech therapy
Skilled nursing care
Walkers or other mobility devices
Medications
Medical tests

Medicare won’t cover assisted living or memory care costs

Because assisted living and memory care facilities are long-term senior care options, Medicare won’t cover expenses such as room and board. However, if your loved one lives in an assisted living or memory care facility and needs a procedure, medication, test, or item, Medicare may cover it.

Medicare Savings Programs can help pay Medicare premiums

The Medicare Savings Program can help seniors pay their Medicare premiums. Information about this program is detailed on the Federal Medicare website. You can find application information on the same site. You can also call the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) for questions. Eligibility is based on income, and seniors should make under $1,153 a month to be qualified.

Get help applying for Medicare

If you have more questions after reviewing your Medicare benefits, you can reach out to these resources:

Florida Department of Health. The Florida Department of Health can pair you with a benefits counselor. These counselors can help you apply for Medicare and understand your benefits.
The Florida Department of Elder Affairs. In Sarasota, the Florida Department of Elder Affairs offers benefits counseling through the local Senior Friendship Centers. Counselors can help you apply and understand your Medicare coverage.

Sarasota resident Medicare resources

Social Security Administration

SSA office — Sarasota
2001 Siesta Drive
Sarasota, FL 34239
Phone: 800-772-1213

SSA — check your benefit eligibility

Apply for Medicare

Federal Medicare website

Is my test, item, or service covered?

Medicare Savings Programs

Medicare benefits counseling

Florida Department of Health

Department of Elder Affairs for the State of Florida

Florida Ombudsman Citizens’ Aide
Phone: 800-963-5337

Understand Florida laws and regulations for nursing homes

Sarasota nursing homes meet high expectations. Across Florida, seniors receive some of the best skilled nursing care in the nation. According to a 2018 Kaiser Family Foundation report, Florida is one of five states that exceeds the required number of nurses on staff at all nursing facilities. Florida also mandates more hours of care per day for each senior than any other state. While standards in Florida are high, standards tend to be even higher in Sarasota.

Seniors in Sarasota’s nursing homes tend to have better health outcomes than seniors elsewhere. According to a study by U.S. News and World Report, Florida nursing home residents experience fewer hospitalizations and falls, and they are less likely to be given antipsychotics than seniors in other states. Due to the exceptional care they provide, the average cost of Sarasota nursing homes is more expensive than the national average.

Florida nursing homes are regulated by the Long Term Care Services Unit

The Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) licenses and regulates Florida nursing homes through the Long Term Care Services Unit.

Here’s what you need to know about how Florida regulates nursing homes in Sarasota:

Facilities must be kept up to current building codes and regulations.
The AHCA evaluates nursing homes every 15 months during an unannounced visit.
Nursing homes must guard residents’ rights to dignity, privacy, personal decisions, and communication.
Residents should be allowed to choose their own physician and health care services.
Caregivers must give each resident an average of at least 3.6 hours of care per day.
A minimum of two of these hours must be from a nursing assistant, and a minimum of one of these hours must be from a licensed nurse.

Other senior care facilities are also regulated by the Long Term Care Services Unit

All other senior care facilities, including assisted living and memory care facilities, are also regulated by the AHCA’s Long Term Care Services Unit.

Here’s what you need to know about how Florida regulates assisted living and memory care facilities:

Assisted living and memory care facilities may only accept seniors who don’t need 24-hour medical care.
All facilities should be kept up to current building codes.
Families and guardians should be contacted at least every 30 days for updates about their loved ones.
All employees must receive a background check.
Site administrators must complete 26 hours of initial training and 12 more hours of continuing education every two years.
Caregiving staff must complete senior care training within a month of their hire date.

The federal government regulates nursing homes

The federal government also regulates nursing homes because most skilled nursing services can be covered with Medicaid or Medicare.

Here’s what you need to know about how the federal government regulates nursing homes:

The federal government outlines requirements for nursing homes in the Code of Federal Regulations.
Nursing homes must provide a care plan for each resident.
Nursing homes should give residents a high quality of life.

How to find inspection results for nursing homes in Sarasota

You can find inspection results for Sarasota nursing homes in two different places:

FloridaHealthFinder.gov. You can find a list of every Florida nursing home on the FloridaHealthFinder.gov website. To search for specific facilities, select “Locate a Facility or Provider.” Included in the listings are location, contact information, history, and all inspection results.
Medicare provider search tool. The federal government provides public report cards for every skilled nursing facility and rehabilitation facility in the United States.

Florida Department of Health contact information

Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) — Long Term Care Services Unit
2727 Mahan Drive, MS#33
Tallahassee, FL 32308
Phone: 805-412-4303
Email: LTCStaff@ahca.myflorida.com

COVID-19 regulations for Sarasota nursing homes

While Florida doesn’t enforce any COVID-19 protocols for senior care facilities, it does set guidelines for skilled nursing facilities. You can find vaccination sites, testing centers, and up-to-date information on the Sarasota COVID-19 FAQ page.

An illustration of a protective breathing mask

Masking

Residents and staff members should mask in the event of an outbreak.

Facility cleanliness

High-use areas should be regularly disinfected.

An illustration of two people with a double-sided arrow beneath them indicating distance

Social distancing

All visitors are allowed in Florida nursing homes regardless of vaccination status.

What to expect from nursing homes in Sarasota

Standards are high for senior care in Florida, and in Sarasota, they’re even higher. Seniors in Florida nursing homes receive more hours of care a day than their counterparts elsewhere. This leads to better health outcomes, fewer falls, and fewer rehospitalizations.

Nursing homes provide skilled nursing care

While many seniors choose to move to Sarasota during their active years, the fastest-growing senior care types are assisted living and memory care, with nursing homes just behind them. Nursing homes provide specialized medical care for seniors who need round-the-clock attention. Seniors needing extra help getting around or remembering to take their medication may find assisted living or memory care to be a better fit than a nursing home.

Sarasota senior living offers multiple care types

While many seniors may be a better fit for assisted living or memory care, seniors in Sarasota may not have to pick. Most assisted living and memory care facilities are part of larger campuses with multiple levels of care. These campuses often have the whole scope of senior living, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing wings. While skilled nursing is often available at these communities, these wings are usually meant as short-term rehabilitation and recovery facilities, and not as long-term options.

Nursing homes in Sarasota are high-quality

Sarasota does have excellent nursing homes that offer long-term and short-term options. These may be affiliated with local hospitals or the VA system, and most are Medicaid approved. A Place for Mom doesn’t partner with these Medicaid-approved nursing homes. However, we do partner with multilevel care facilities with skilled nursing.

Life in Sarasota’s senior care facilities

Sarasota’s senior living facilities cater to a fashionable crowd. While not all facilities are brand new, you’ll still find the latest security technology, beautiful dining rooms, and comfortable living arrangements. Most take their activities seriously and employ an activities coordinator. Sarasota’s natural beauty and long-standing reputation for excellence have caused housing costs to be about 22% more expensive than in the rest of Florida.^[04] The cost of senior care facilities buck this trend and remain at about the national average.

Because about 37% of Sarasota’s population is 65 or over, the city caters to seniors. Communities are evenly spread throughout the city, and many are near the water. Visiting family members and friends will be happy to note that nowhere in Sarasota is over 45 minutes away from Siesta Key Beach.

Nursing homes in the surrounding Sarasota suburbs

Bradenton and Lakewood Ranch are more affordable nearby options. Lakewood Ranch is inland of Sarasota, about 30 minutes east. It’s primarily made up of seniors, young professionals, and families. The monthly cost of senior living is about $500 lower in Lakewood Ranch than in Sarasota.

Bradenton is north of Sarasota and is booming with seniors. It’s only 15 miles away from Sarasota’s city center but remains considerably cheaper.

Sarasota nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sarasota nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in 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 Sarasota nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Sarasota that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.

Sarasota, FLNational

Full medication management

55%

2.5%

Doctor on call

50.3%

9.7%

24-Hour awake staff

94%

23.7%

Diabetic care

94%

24%

*Visiting health care professionals

62.9%

10%

Home care agency on-site

48.3%

0.8%

Non-ambulatory care

93.7%

20.4%

Respite or short term stays

53.3%

6.9%

Hospice available on-site

57.9%

17.5%

0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Sarasota nursing homes

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 Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.

Sarasota, FLNational

Dementia behaviors care

56.6%

Specialized memory care training for staff

40.1%

0.3%

Secured community and/or wander guard

46.7%

5.5%

Memory care only community

22.5%

1.2%

0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sarasota nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Sarasota partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.

Sarasota, FLNational

Nutritionist / dietician

38.7%

0.6%

Low / no sodium

54.6%

1.4%

No sugar

52.3%

1.4%

Vegetarian

43.4%

3.5%

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Availability of select dining options in Sarasota nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Sarasota communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.

Sarasota, FLNational

Professional chef

45.7%

0.2%

Restaurant style dining

50%

0.5%

Room service

43%

0.3%

Anytime dining

22.5%

0.7%

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Availability of select programs and activities in Sarasota nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Sarasota offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.

Sarasota, FLNational

Activity director

54%

0.4%

Pet-focused programs

41.4%

0.3%

Community service programs

37.1%

0.3%

Devotional activities on-site

52.3%

6.5%

Parties / BBQs / happy hour

57.3%

0.5%

Outings / off-site activities

57.3%

6.6%

Piano or organ

47.7%

0.4%

Arts and crafts center

46%

0.3%

Educational speakers / life long learning

47.4%

0.3%

Clubs / games / karaoke

57.3%

0.4%

Live performances

55%

0.4%

Dances

41.7%

0.2%

Fitness center

26.8%

0.3%

Fitness classes

55.6%

0.4%

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14,925

Number of seniors over the age of 65 currently living in Sarasota

37%

37% of seniors are 65 and older within the Sarasota population

54,764

Total population in Sarasota, Florida^[05]

Health care for seniors in Sarasota

In Sarasota, local seniors can choose between multiple robust health care facilities. Sarasota is only about 24 square miles, so most seniors can access any health care facility regardless of location. Whether your loved one needs a dedicated geriatrics physician or a neurology clinic, they’ll find options. Read on to learn about a few of the top health care facilities in Sarasota.

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Sarasota Memorial Hospital

The Sarasota Memorial Health Care System operates this 895-bed hospital. This large hospital also has its own Cancer Institute and offers expert care in geriatrics and neurology. The hospital operates six campuses, but the main campus is in Sarasota.

1700 S. Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, FL, 34239
Phone: 941-917-9000
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HCA Florida Blake Hospital

This award-winning acute care hospital offers emergency medicine, burn care, stroke care, heart health, trauma services, and orthopedics. Though located in Bradenton, the HCA Florida Blake Hospital serves all of Sarasota County.

2020 59th St. W
Bradenton, FL 34209
Phone: 941-792-6611
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Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sarasota

The Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sarasota is one of the region’s largest rehabilitation facilities. Offering skilled nursing care, this hospital specializes in rehabilitation for strokes, fractures, and spinal cord injuries. It also provides support groups for amputees, cancer patients, cardiac patients, and MS patients.

6400 Edgelake Drive
Sarasota, FL 34240
Phone: 941-921-8600
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Roskamp Neurology Clinic

A research institute, the Roskamp Neurology Clinic specializes in memory disorders, including Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, and other kinds of dementia. The institute engages in research about the causes of dementia with the intention of finding a cure. The clinic also offers exams and cutting-edge treatments for people with memory loss disorders.

2040 Whitfield Ave.
Sarasota, FL 34243
Phone: 941-256-8019
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Transportation for seniors in Sarasota

Most individuals living in Sarasota’s senior care facilities won’t need to worry about making appointments on time or attending events, as 96% of A Place for Mom’s partnering assisted living facilities offer complimentary transportation to and from appointments.^[01] Visiting family and friends are also free to take their loved one on day trips or vacations.

Visitors should be aware that most people get around Sarasota by car. However, the county does offer public transportation in the form of Breeze (formerly known as The Sarasota County Transit System, or SCAT). Breeze provides bus transportation throughout Sarasota County. It also provides pickup and drop-off services through OnDemand. You can find routes, fees, and instructions on the Breeze website.

Senior activities in Sarasota

A truly exceptional senior living destination, Sarasota offers pristine Gulf Coast beaches plus a posh culture that draws more than a few well-known names. Among those who call Sarasota home are Mick Jagger of The Rolling Stones, Brian Johnson of AC/DC, and author Stephen King. Ernest Hemingway and Jimmy Buffet also enjoyed spending winters along the white sands of Siesta Key.

Sarasota residents have easy access to some of the state’s best senior-friendly outdoor activities and cultural amenities. Visitors, too, will find no shortage of fun in the sun. Sarasota is pleasant all year, but the peak season typically runs from about November to March.

Activities in Sarasota’s senior living facilities

Almost all of Sarasota’s local nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and memory care facilities employ an activities coordinator. Daily games, social events, workouts, and trips keep residents busy and happy. You can expect to attend daily social hours, bridge tournaments, or chair yoga classes, all within one community.

That’s not to say communities don’t plan outings to local attractions. Most seniors in Sarasota’s senior living facilities will get at least one outing a month to the beach, museums, or performances.

Senior-friendly outdoor activities in Sarasota

Siesta Key Beach. Siesta Key Beach may be the most famous beach in Sarasota, but it’s also the most senior-friendly. As one of the few beaches in Florida with lifeguards, the beach also provides sand wheelchairs — just go to the closest lifeguard station to request one. As a large beach, Siesta Key offers plenty of room to spread out. The bright white sand also stays cool on the hot afternoons, making it more comfortable for seniors who prefer to walk instead of swim. For those who enjoy wading, Siesta Key Beach has extensive shallows and exceptionally clean water.
The Celery Fields. The Celery Fields are both the region’s storm water collection zone and an immaculate wetland sanctuary. With over 100 acres of wetlands, it’s an ideal birding location. Multiple picnic areas throughout the fields offer great views of local species who nest in the reeds. Seniors get an admissions discount.

Senior-friendly Museums in Sarasota

The Ringling Museum. During the 20th century, Sarasota was known as a circus capital of the United States in large part because of the Ringling Bros. Circus. The Ringling Museum commemorates this history with two different circus museums, plus the State Art Museum of Florida, the Asolo Theater, and the Bayfront Gardens. The Ringling Museum grounds also contain the Cà d’Zan mansion, which was built for John Ringling’s family and to imitate Venetian architecture. Seniors can get a discount at the door and may want to split their museum experience into multiple days.
Sarasota Classic Car Museum. This museum contains antique cars and notable vehicles. Beatles fans will especially enjoy finding Paul McCartney’s Mini Cooper and John Lennon’s Mercedes Benz. Be on the lookout for traveling exhibitions, such as the Automotive Art of Ferdinand Porsche and Enzo Ferrari.

Senior-friendly day trips from Sarasota

Walt Disney World. Just an hour and a half away, Walt Disney World is a great day trip for seniors with visiting grandchildren.
Fort Myers. Another renowned beach destination, Fort Myers is perfect for seniors who need a change of pace. It’s under two hours away from Sarasota.
Everglades National Park. Two and half hours south of Sarasota lies Everglades National Park, a must-do for any Florida resident. Seniors can explore the park by boat tour.

References

A Place for Mom. (2022). A Place for Mom proprietary data.
Genworth. (2022). Cost of care survey.
United States Census Bureau. (2021). Veteran status (S2101): Sarasota city [Data set]. American Community Survey.
Rentcafe.com. (2022). Cost of living in Sarasota, FL.
United States Census Bureau. (2021). Age and sex (S0101): Sarasota city [Data set]. American Community Survey.

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