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Sarasota, Florida, is one of the most highly sought-after retirement cities in the United States. Warmth, culture, and a historically fortunate geography during hurricane season are just a few of the reasons why so many people over 65 dream of moving to Sarasota. Also known as the Crystal City, Sarasota is home to the world-famous Siesta Key Beach and punches above its weight when it comes to senior living, outdoor activities, and culture.

Memory care is the fasting growing senior care type in Sarasota County. Over 37% of the city’s population is over 65, and many of these seniors need memory care or will begin needing memory care in the next few years. A Place for Mom partners with 25 memory care communities within a 10-mile radius of downtown Sarasota.

In this guide, you’ll find local data about memory care costs, how to pay, Florida memory care regulations, and a deep dive into what living in Sarasota’s memory care communities is really like.

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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.
Average starting price $X,XXX/month
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Recent reviews of Memory Care in Sarasota, FL
5 / 5.0

I would recommend this facility to anybody, the level of certification which was a huge learning curve from us is outstanding here. They have higher certification so they are able to care for our loved one. The head nurse that was there our loved one was, had a dynamic personality. She was so caring...

4.9 / 5.0

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.

3 / 5.0

Probably as good as any other place. The ED has been very helpful when needed. My loved one does not participate in activities.

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We carefully explored several senior communities before choosing Grand Villa Sarasota for my mother, and we couldn't be happier with our decision. The staff at Grand Villa is not only friendly but also...
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.
Grand Villa of Sarasota is a beautifully landscaped, Florida community situated on three lush acres on the Hudson Bayou. It is close to historic and charming downtown Sarasota, which offers residents plenty of excellent shopping and dining options. Residents enjoy our warm, relaxing environment,...
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Brookdale Sarasota Midtown has done a remarkable job taking care of my mom. They call their program Crossings and really have a top notch team. I appreciate the good communication and care. It’s not 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.
Putting the Life Back in Senior LivingThe exceptional life here is built around two things: interesting things to do and interesting people to do them with. That’s what our residents find, with a brand new list of options every day for how to spend their time, and a whole community’s worth of...
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We had to move my 92 year old mother into Heron House as caring for her became just too much for me and my family as much as we tried to keep her at home. It was one of the hardest decisions my family and I...
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.
About Heron HouseHeron House Senior Living Community is located in the heart of Sarasota, Florida. Our community is close to many award winning beaches like Siesta Key and located a stone's throw from trendy downtown Sarasota. Our residents also enjoy the variety of restaurants, art districts and...
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I would definitely recommend it. I looked at several places. This place has 48 rooms. Perfect size for a community. All the people I've spoken to there love it. The staff treat everyone very well. My Mom is...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
The Windsor of Bradenton is a licensed assisted living residence committed to providing quality services in a caring, comfortable environment. We offer professional, personalized services designed to enhance the quality of life for those we serve. We have been serving the needs of senior adults...
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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...
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.
Assisted Living at The Fountains of Hope is designed for each individual's comfort, happiness and confidence. Our month-to-month structure means no stress or burden of long-term contracts or large entrances fees.The Fountains of Hope is owned and operated by Wind River Senior Living , a trusted...
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9.8
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The transition into memory care for a loved one can be daunting, but the staff made it an incredibly supportive process. From the moment we stepped through the doors, we felt welcomed and reassured. Knowing...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Morningside House of Sarasota with over 20 years of experience, is located in the University area of Sarasota. Our community includes supervised excursions to nearby shops and local attractions like Ringling Art Museum or Marie Sebly Botanical Gardens to Move the Body, Intrigue the Mind, and...
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The staff paid personal attention to each resident which was very much appreciated. My Dad was a Navy vet and he said before he moved in that he liked just about any food because of his years on board ships....
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.
Rethinking Senior Living. Redefining Independence.There’s a different way to do senior living that doesn’t include living an isolated life at home. There’s a different way to be retired that doesn’t include spending days with the hassles and worries of home ownership and upkeep like cleaning and...
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9.6
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My dad has been here for almost a year and not a day goes by that I’m so impressed with the facility and staff. They keep my dad safe and my worries away. Thankful for the staff who is so caring and kind.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Located just off Route 41 in the heart of Bradenton, Inspired Living at Hidden Lakes provides personalized care for those with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, or other memory impairments. The care your loved one receives at Inspired Living at Hidden Lakes is tailored to each resident. We begin by...
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Great move in experience. The process went smoothly. The food is excellent and many choices. Am enjoying all the activities and live music. Have met a couple of guys and having fun hanging out in 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.
HarborChase is an assisted living and memory care community located in sunny Sarasota, Sarasota County, Florida. The first thing that residents and visitors notice about this community is the beautifully landscaped grounds and pleasant architecture. HarborChase is in an established residential...
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Everything (but the food) has been great! We are a little disappointed with the food. Even the burger wasn't good. For the price should be a little higher quality food. Staff is great - very accommodating...
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.
Bradenton’s premier senior living community, Inspired Living at Lakewood Ranch, sits on 14 lush, wooded acres conveniently located off SR 70, and within quick access of Interstate 75. We are just minutes away from the exclusive restaurants and shopping areas of Lakewood Ranch.Purposefully...
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Ever changing constant renovation period management is eager to please, as with all 55 plus communities food is mediocre but descent. I can see that Windsor of Lakewood Ranch attempts to provide balance...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
The Windsor is a licensed assisted living residence dedicated to providing quality services in a warm, comfortable environment. We offer professional, personalized services designed to enhance the quality of life for those we serve. At The Windsor, we are dedicated to each resident's...
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9.3
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Deer Creek has been very responsive to my uncle's needs and any requests that we have made. They have really tried hard to protect his dignity and genuinely seem to care about him. I chose Deer Creek...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Maintaining identity and a strong sense of self comes from living a life filled with meaning, purpose and contributions and having dementia shouldn’t change that. For those with Alzheimer’s disease or other types of dementia, our community, located on the sunny Gulf Coast in beautiful Sarasota,...
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9.3
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The stairways aren't very attractive, the elevators could get cleaned more frequently. Most of the meals are very good. There are not a lot of activities in house. They have outings two days per week, plus...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
American House Sarasota is a premiere senior living community offering independent living and assisted living services in Sarasota Florida. Drawing people from all over the world with it's famous white sandy beaches, Sarasota boasts cultural and recreational opportunities for people of all ages,...
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My apartment is lovely. The staff is very good - as good as I have experienced as a nurse. food is top gun. I am only leaving to be with family.
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.
Woodlands Village provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated on fourteen acres of sprawling, landscaped grounds, you'll love our stunning, shady park and comfortable facilities. With numerous beaches, shops, golf courses and museums nearby, residents...
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Based on the experience we have had so far, we have to say that we all have been treated with kindness and respect. We would recommend Brookdale Palmer Ranch community to other families who are looking for 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.
When you’re here, you’re home.Are you ready to redefine your independence with the care you need and the lifestyle you want? Our community is a Continuing Care Retirement Community or CCRC, which means you’ll have the lifestyle you want, plus care if you need it with Assisted Living, memory care...
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Needed to find a safe caring facility for our mother, and after reviewing several facilities decided that Windsor was a perfect fit. She enjoys lots of activities and social interaction every day. Staff is...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Windsor Reflections is a licensed memory care community committed to providing quality services in a caring, comfortable environment. We offer professional, personalized services designed to enhance the quality of life for those we serve. At Windsor Reflections, we honor each resident's...
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We like the smallness of the community. Not a lot of walking or people which I think would be confusing for me. They really need to have some activity during 6-8 pm. Yes they have a movie which is great but...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Across from the old theater at Sarasota Square Mall, at Prestancia at Palmer Ranch, sits a beautiful community where you can enjoy the feel of luxury living while receiving the benefits that assisted living has to offer. Artful Dining, Zestful Activities and Heartful Care are some of the...
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I'm glad I chose Arden Courts for him. Because he was quiet and seemingly content, I think he was overlooked at times. Not mistreated just overlooked. Especially Sunday evenings when AC was extremely...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
For nearly 25 years, Arden Courts Memory Care has catered to the special needs of individuals with memory loss. Staffed by specially trained caregivers, Arden Courts cares for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Each community features home like common areas,...
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We absolutely would recommend the facility and we actually have already! The move in process was very easy! Communication is AMAZING! Housekeeping is great. The food is okay, but part of that is just because...
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.
Water's Edge of BradentonWater’s Edge of Bradenton is a lovely assisted living community just off the coast of the Gulf of Mexico in the town of Bradenton, Florida. The local town is a vacation friendly area that is almost entirely filled with country clubs, beaches, and residential...
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We love the staff, they're very friendly. The nice residents have also helped her to adapt. The food is not that great. Hate to say that, but for what people pay in any of these facilities, dining should...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Squeeze More Life Into Your Senior LivingFor our assisted living residents, life might never have been sweeter, as they have an almost endless onslaught of rewarding activities available every day. Tuesday hymn sings for our crooners, Wednesday Words With Friends for our word lovers, or Monday...
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They were very supportive, even before we signed a lease, to help with the hospital and rehab forms. The move in process was seamless, very adaptable to my timing, and very friendly about letting me have the...
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 Truewood by Merrill, Bradenton! If you are looking for a community that understands and honors you as a unique individual, you've come to the right place. We understand you probably have many questions, and we're here to help make the process as simple and straightforward as possible....
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Its hard to get a hold of someone in memory care to ask questions or take care of my mom. Also, we just moved in a couple months ago and all of a sudden the rent went up [fee removed] per month which is not...
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.
Sarabella is Sarasota's newest Assisted Living community. Our community is set in a beautifully landscaped convenient location, close to shopping, Doctors and the interstate. We offer park like grounds, with a spacious outdoor area over looking a pond with lots of wildlife. We are pet friendly...
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8.6
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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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8.5
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37 reviews
8.5
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37 reviews
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Costs of memory care in the Sarasota area

On average, families paid $4,497 a month total for their memory care costs in Sarasota at our 25 partner communities.[02] This amount includes the following:

  • Rent for a shared or private room
  • All meals and dining
  • All care services
  • Amenities and activities

Memory care is costlier than assisted living

Memory care tends to cost more than assisted living, regardless of location. Memory care requires more staff training and specialized design features, such as wander-proof security systems. This, paired with the need for round-the-clock supervision, means memory care is more expensive than most other care types, with the exception of skilled nursing care.

Sarasota is expensive for Florida but average for the United States

Housing costs 22% more in Sarasota than it does in other parts of Florida, on average.[03] Sarasota has a reputation for glamour, and it has plenty of high-end neighborhoods where most of the mansions are residents’ second homes. Sarasota is still more affordable than Miami.

However, the cost of memory care in Sarasota is at or below national averages. Seniors pay less for memory care in Sarasota than in places like Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Richmond, Virginia; and Asheville, North Carolina, according to our proprietary data.

Florida offers tax breaks for seniors

Florida can be a haven for some seniors who move there to avoid state income tax. Florida also doesn’t tax income from Social Security or pensions, and it doesn’t have an estate or inheritance tax.

Many seniors are also interested in moving to Florida because of the high quality of their nursing homes. Medicaid-approved nursing homes are covered by Florida Medicaid, making Florida a very friendly state to seniors who know they’ll need this type of care in the future.

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$4,552

How people pay for memory care in Sarasota

Most people try to pay for as much of their loved one’s memory care as possible with Medicaid, Medicare, and other benefits. However, most people need to supplement these methods with some savings or other personal income. In this section, you’ll find an overview of how to pay for memory care in Sarasota, including private payment methods, veterans benefits, Medicaid, and Medicare.

Private pay methods

While you may be able to cover aspects of memory care using other means — such as Medicaid or pensions — you’ll likely have to pay for some of your loved one’s memory care yourself. Because memory care is more expensive than other care types, you may want to make a payment plan early. Whether you choose to rely on your loved one’s retirement account, your own savings, or other income sources, it’s possible to keep the right memory care community within reach with careful planning.

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VA benefits
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Number of veterans who live in Sarasota, Florida

About 78% of Sarasota veterans are 65+.

In Sarasota, about 78% of the city’s veterans are over 65, meaning senior veterans and their families will find a welcoming community.[04] Sarasota’s County Department for Veterans Services connects local veterans with helpful resources and compassionate advice.

Paying for memory care in Sarasota with veterans benefits

You may be able to pay for some of your loved one’s memory care using veterans benefits. Benefits like the VA pension and the Aid and Attendance benefit can be used to pay for anything that improves a veteran’s quality of life, which includes any expenses related to memory care. Other veterans benefits can only be used to pay for specific expenses, such as care needs.

Eligibility for veterans benefits

It can be a challenge to understand which benefits you or your loved one are eligible for because each benefit has different eligibility criteria. Some criteria include how long or in which war the veteran served, or health requirements. Other benefits include family members and caretakers. Even veterans or loved ones with a strong grasp of veterans benefits may need assistance to apply. You may want to reach out to a local benefits counselor who can help you determine the right benefits and help you apply.

Veterans benefits counseling in Sarasota

Veterans in Sarasota can access expert veterans benefits counseling from the state and local county organizations. The Sarasota Vet Center also offers mental health counseling to local veterans.

You can reach out to all of these benefits counselors on behalf of your loved one.

Local and state veterans benefits counseling in Sarasota
  • Veterans service organizations (VSOs). Veterans service organizations often provide veterans benefits counselors. Benefits counselors can help you understand your loved one’s benefits and can help you through the application process. To contact a local VSO, go to the VSO webpage and click on “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. You can find easy-to-understand information about veterans benefits, including eligibility information, on the Sarasota County Government webpage for the Department of Veterans Services. The department also provides application paperwork and offers benefits seminars to help you understand you or your loved one’s veterans benefits. You can 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 Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs offers virtual benefits counseling for veterans and their families. Benefits counselors are employed by the department and can help you apply. You can set up your appointment by calling 727-319-7408.
  • Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Sarasota. VFW and DAV Sarasota chapters are both nonprofit organizations that are unaffiliated with either the federal or state government. Both offer benefits counseling services and help you apply for benefits.

Resources for Sarasota veterans

Government veterans services offices

Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs
9500 Bay Pines Blvd., #214
St. Petersburg, FL 33708
Phone: 727-316-7440
Email: VSO@fdva.state.fl.us
Virtual benefits counseling

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

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

Local veterans resources

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

Medicaid

A state-run health insurance plan for low-income individuals, Florida Medicaid may cover some of your loved one’s memory care expenses. The Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) runs Florida’s Medicaid program.

Your loved one may be eligible for one of these two different health insurance plans:

  • Statewide Medicaid Managed Care Long-Term Care (SMMC LTC) plan. The SMMC LTC plan is for people who need a nursing home level of care. If your loved one is eligible for Florida Medicaid and needs memory care, they should consider applying for the SMMC LTC plan. This plan covers more services — including rent and meals at Medicaid-approved facilities — and has more inclusive income eligibility requirements than the Managed Medical Assistance (MMA) plan.
  • Managed Medical Assistance (MMA) plan. The MMA plan is the general Florida Medicaid health insurance plan. It covers doctors’ visits, hospitalization, prescriptions, and some procedures. The MMA plan does not cover rent or meals at any long-term care facility.
What’s covered under Florida Medicaid’s SMMC LTC plan?

Florida Medicaid’s SMMC LTC plan covers the following:

  • Everything covered by the MMA plan, including doctors’ visits, procedures, and prescriptions
  • Rent and meals for seniors who already reside in a Medicaid-approved nursing home
  • Occupational, physical, respiratory, and speech therapy
  • Personal care, including assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs)
  • Transportation to and from medical appointments
The SMMC LTC plan covers room and board under certain circumstances

The SMMC LTC plan covers rent and meals for seniors who meet the following requirements:

  • The senior is already eligible for or enrolled in the SMMC LTC plan
  • The senior already resides in a Medicaid-approved nursing home

Seniors who live in a memory care facility that isn’t Medicaid-approved may be able to pay for some of their personal or medical care using the SMMC LTC plan, but they won’t be able to use the plan to cover their rent or meals.

Additionally, seniors who become eligible for the SMMC LTC plan while living in their community may be placed on a waitlist to receive rent and meals assistance through the SMMC LTCs.

Eligibility for Florida Medicaid’s SMMC LTC plan

Seniors should meet the following criteria to be eligible for Florida Medicaid’s SMMC LTC plan:

Get help applying for Florida Medicaid

If you’re unsure if your loved one qualifies for Florida Medicaid’s SMMC LTC Plan, or if you’re unsure if the SMMC LTC plan will cover your loved one’s rent or meals in their memory care facility, reach out to one of the resources below.

While A Place for Mom doesn’t partner with Medicaid-approved memory care facilities, you can still reach out to these experts to help you navigate your loved one’s Medicaid benefits:

  • The Florida Department of Health — Sarasota County. Human services counselors can help you apply for the right Florida Medicaid plan.
  • The Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders (SHINE) program. The Florida Department of Elder Affairs and the local area agency on aging run the SHINE program. It provides benefits counseling for both Medicaid and Medicare and operates out of Sarasota’s Senior Friendship Centers. Call 866-413-5337 to set up a benefits counseling appointment.
  • The Florida Ombudsman Citizens’ Aide. Any complaints about Medicaid or the application process can be directed toward the Florida Ombudsman Citizens’ Aide.
Home and community based services waivers

Some seniors would rather receive their memory care from home. Home and community based services waivers (also called HCBS waivers) may be able to help your loved one afford home care services. There are a few things you should know about HCBS waivers in Sarasota, Florida:

  • HCBS waivers are also called Section 1915(c) waivers.
  • HCBS waivers are one part of Florida Medicaid’s SMMC LTC plan.
  • If your loved one is eligible for the SMMC LTC plan, they’re likely also eligible for HCBS waivers.

Sarasota resident Medicaid resources

Local Medicaid offices

Florida Medicaid
2727 Mahan Drive
Tallahassee, FL 32308
Phone: 866-762-2237
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Medicare

Medicare is a federal health insurance program for people over 65. Most seniors are eligible if they or a spouse have paid Medicare taxes during their career.

While Medicare won’t cover custodial costs, such as rent or meals, it will cover the cost of some procedures, medications, and items. A general rule is that Medicare will cover only medically necessary and short-term medical costs.

Medicare covers short-term and medically necessary health care costs

Short-term medical expenses include hospital stays under 20 days, prescription medications, and procedures. Short-term may also include recurring expenses for procedures, such as dialysis. Medically necessary expenses vary from person to person. A physician and representatives from Medicare should agree that the expense is medically necessary before Medicare will agree to cover it.

You can get a sense of what types of items, procedures, medications, and tests Medicare covers by using the Medicare coverage tool.

Medicare may cover some memory care expenses

Medicare may cover some costs incurred while in a memory care facility. For example, if a senior has a medically necessary procedure, such as an appendectomy, Medicare may cover it. Medicare may even pay for rehabilitation or recovery while a patient is in a skilled nursing facility or wing. However, Medicare will not pay for a senior’s rent, meals, or personal care in a memory care facility.

Sarasota Medicare Savings Programs

Some seniors may be eligible for Medicare Savings Programs, which help cover the costs of Medicare premiums. Medicare Savings Programs have local income limits for eligibility. To be eligible for the programs, seniors in Sarasota can make no more than $1,549 a month. You can find more information about these programs, including how to apply, on the Medicare website.

Medicare benefits counseling in Sarasota

You may want some extra help when applying for a loved one’s Medicare coverage. The following organizations can help you understand your loved one’s Medicare benefits, and they can help you apply. These organizations offer Medicare benefits counseling at no cost to you or your family.

  • Florida Department of Health. The Florida Department of Health can pair you with a benefits counselor. Contact the department directly to get started.
  • The Department of Elder Affairs in Sarasota. Local benefits counselors from the Sarasota Department of Elder Affairs can help you understand your loved one’s Medicare benefits. Call the department to schedule your appointment.
  • The Florida Ombudsman Citizens’ Aide. You can direct all concerns or complaints about Medicare or Medicaid to your local Florida Ombudsman Citizens’ Aide.

Sarasota Medicare resources

Social Security Administration

Understand Florida laws and regulations for memory care facilities

Your loved one will receive expert care from compassionate caregivers in Sarasota’s memory care communities. Florida memory care communities are held to high standards by the Bureau of Health Facilities Regulation. The bureau licenses memory care communities as a type of assisted living facility, so they go through the same regulatory procedures as all other assisted living facilities in Florida.

Sarasota memory care facilities follow assisted living standards

Memory care facilities are a subset of assisted living facilities in Florida, so they follow the same standards and requirements as all assisted living facilities. Florida’s Residential Care and Assisted Living Policy explains the foundational standards that assisted living facilities must follow:

  • Facilities must communicate with family members or guardians at least once every 30 days.
  • Facilities must be kept clean and hygienic, following all building codes.
  • Facilities must provide residents with daily nutritious meals.
  • If a couple resides in the same facility, they should be allowed to live in the same room.
  • Facilities should allow residents to keep their personal belongings in their rooms.

Memory care facilities in Sarasota have additional requirements

Even though the Bureau of Health Facilities Regulation doesn’t offer specific licenses for memory care facilities, they do outline additional requirements for any facilities that offer memory care. If a community offers memory care services, they must meet these standards:

  • Facilities should be wander-safe, with additional security features to keep residents secure.
  • Facilities should provide regular activities appropriate for people with memory loss.
  • Facilities should have staff members on-site 24 hours a day.
  • Facilities with 17+ residents should have awake staff on-site 24 hours a day.

Sarasota memory care facilities undergo additional training

In addition to the regular training at assisted living facilities, caregivers and administrators at memory care facilities should undergo the following trainings:

  • Staff members who interact with people with memory loss should have at least 4 hours of memory care training within nine months of their employment.
  • All staff members who work with people with memory loss should undergo an additional 4 hours of memory care training each year.
  • All memory care training should be approved by the Bureau of Health Facilities Regulation.

Memory care facilities in Sarasota get regularly inspected

Prior to opening, memory care facilities in Sarasota undergo an initial inspection. After the initial inspection, memory care facilities then go through an inspection every two years. Inspection results are all public, and you can find them on the Florida Health Finder portal. You can search by location or care type.

Florida Department of Health contact information

Florida Agency for Health Care Administration
2727 Mahan Drive
Tallahassee, FL 32308
Phone: 888-419-3456
Feedback form

Bureau of Health Facility Regulation

COVID-19 regulations for Sarasota memory care facilities

Florida doesn’t enforce masking, vaccine, or quarantine policies for memory care facilities. Instead, Florida provides recommendations for quarantine and cleanliness in the event of an outbreak. Visitors are allowed in any Floridian memory care facility regardless of vaccination status. Sarasota provides vaccination sites, testing centers, and local updates about COVID-19 on the Sarasota COVID-19 FAQ page.

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Facility cleanliness. High-use areas are regularly disinfected in Sarasota memory care facilities.

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Staff safety. Caregiving staff members go through a 4-hour training course on senior care and disease prevention.

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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines. Memory care facilities in Sarasota follow all CDC guidelines.

Get to know memory care in Sarasota

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4.1/5.0 average in-network rating
100% of partnering memory care communities in Sarasota have 24-hour awake staff
100% of partnering memory care communities in Sarasota have an activities director
100% of partnering memory care communities in Sarasota offer full medication management
100% of partnering memory care communities in Sarasota have outdoor common areas
92% of partnering memory care communities in Sarasota have hospice on-site
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Number of people we referred to Sarasota memory care communities
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Average age of residents referred to Sarasota memory care communities
Gender split: 59% female

What to expect from memory care living in Sarasota

Memory care is the fastest-growing type of senior care in Sarasota. While the city may have the reputation as a young retiree’s paradise, it also attracts older adults who need the personalized help of professionals at an assisted living or memory care facility.

Standards and demand for memory care facilities tend to be high in Sarasota. Memory care communities are often newer than other care types in Sarasota because of an increased demand in recent years. State-of-the-art design, secure grounds, and highly trained staff are the norm for Sarasota facilities offering care for people with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias.

Sarasota’s memory care facilities may partner with other care types

In Florida, memory care facilities are licensed as a type of assisted living community. Because of this, most memory care facilities in Sarasota are attached to assisted living facilities or are part of facilities with multiple levels of care. This means residents’ needs range from basic activities of daily living (ADL) assistance to round-the-clock memory care, and different areas of the facility accommodate those needs accordingly.

Multilevel care facilities in Sarasota tend to be large, with 100 or more residents. These large facilities have more amenities, such as gyms, craft rooms, and pools, which may not be available to residents of the memory care wing.

Memory care wings in Sarasota provide a seamless transition

Some residents move into a memory care wing from another care type within their multilevel care facility, which can be an easier transition. Staff members often work throughout the facility, which means residents may enjoy a level of familiarity with their caregivers. Moving to a memory care wing in a multilevel care facility can also mean an added level of care continuity. Families can also have increased peace of mind by having an established relationship with the staff.

Stand-alone memory care facilities in Sarasota are newer and more expensive

Sarasota has an increasing number of facilities that only offer memory care. These are smaller, with up to 50 residents, and they’re newer. Most have been built within the last 10 years, and it shows in the details. Stand-alone memory care facilities in Sarasota are more likely to have research-backed design features, such as the village model and circular hallways. They may also provide more extensive memory care training for their staff members. Because these facilities are often newer, they’re more expensive and many have waiting lists.

Daily life in Sarasota’s memory care facilities

Seniors living in Sarasota’s memory care facilities live in private or shared rooms, eat in communal dining areas, and spend their time in common areas like the library, game rooms, or on walking paths. Real estate is in high demand in Sarasota, so rooms tend to be smaller than in other areas in Florida. However, many have views of palm trees and glowing beaches.

Activity coordinators organize daily games and social events to keep residents active and engaged. Crafts, singalongs, and reminiscence activities are some of the most common, but some communities go high-tech by using virtual reality.

Memory care in the surrounding Sarasota suburbs

Memory care in Sarasota is more expensive than in most other Florida cities, so some families choose to place their loved one in the surrounding communities. Lakewood Ranch and Bradenton are two of the most popular communities. Lakewood Ranch is inland from Sarasota and tends to have young families and seniors. Bradenton is just north of Sarasota, and about 25% of its population is above 65.[06]

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14,925

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

37%
Percentage of seniors 65 and older within Sarasota, Florida[01]
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Percentage of seniors over 65 in Sarasota County with Alzheimer’s disease[07]

Health care for seniors in Sarasota

Many memory care facilities in Sarasota are paired with on-site skilled nursing facilities. While these can’t take the place of a hospital for an invasive procedure or more serious illnesses, they can help seniors who need to recover from a procedure or illness.

For a city with a population of 54,764, Sarasota has a high concentration of health care facilities.[01] This is largely due to the many seniors who call Sarasota home. Sarasota’s health care facilities are evenly spread throughout the city, and because Sarasota is only about 24 square miles across, medical care is never far away.

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Sarasota Memorial Hospital

With 895 beds, Sarasota Memorial Hospital is the largest public hospital in Sarasota. It’s operated by the Sarasota Memorial Health Care System, and it offers every specialty, including robust programs in geriatrics and neurology. This hospital has six different locations across Southwest Florida, but it’s based in Sarasota.

1700 S. Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, FL, 34239
Phone: 941-917-9000

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HCA Florida Blake Hospital

An award-winning acute care hospital, the HCA Florida Blake Hospital specializes in trauma. This includes emergency medicine, burn care, strokes, heart heath, and orthopedics. It’s technically in Bradenton, but it serves all of Sarasota County.

2020 W. 59th St.
Bradenton, FL 34209
Phone: 941-792-6611

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Roskamp Neurology Clinic

The Roskamp Clinic is a research institute and clinic specializing in memory disorders, such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and other kinds of dementia. Expert physicians and researchers study the causes of dementia and attempt to find ways to limit memory loss and other effects. The clinic offers comprehensive exams and treatments to local seniors with memory loss.

2040 Whitfield Ave.
Sarasota, FL 34243
Phone: 941-256-8019

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Transportation for seniors in Sarasota

Public transportation alone isn’t the best way for seniors with dementia to get around. Thankfully, most memory care facilities in Sarasota offer complimentary transportation to and from appointments. Most of these facilities also provide a caregiver escort during the ride. Additionally, Florida Medicaid provides transportation from medical appointments.

Visiting family and friends can take advantage of Sarasota County’s public transportation system, Breeze (formerly known as The Sarasota County Transit System, or SCAT). Breeze offers affordable bus rides to most areas around Sarasota County, including Siesta Key.

Breeze also provides OnDemand, which is a pick-up and drop-off service for people with disabilities, including seniors with memory loss. You can find route and fee information on the Breeze website.

Senior activities in Sarasota

Beautiful weather, accessible museums, and world-renowned beaches make Sarasota a friendly place for seniors with memory loss. While seniors with memory loss shouldn’t engage in any of these activities unsupervised, they all provide invaluable social and cognitive stimulation. And more importantly, they’re fun. Read on to discover the best activities for seniors with memory loss in Sarasota.

Activities in Sarasota’s memory care communities

All of A Place for Mom’s partnering memory care communities have a dedicated on-staff activity director whose job is to keep seniors active and engaged.[02] Reminiscence activities are the norm, such as singalongs to hits from the past. Some communities even use virtual reality to help seniors relive moments from their past. Brain games, like checkers, are also popular.

Sarasota’s Senior Friendship Centers

Sarasota’s Senior Friendship Centers are the city’s one-stop shop for daily activities and social events. With a membership, seniors can access all the amenities and activities at the center, including the library, computer room, kitchen, and gym. The center organizes educational events, social hours, and a daily lunch that’s free to members.

The Senior Friendship Center in Sarasota also provides adult day care services for seniors with memory loss. Caregivers can register to participate in adult day care on the Senior Friendship Center website. Membership to the center is $125 each year per senior. You can learn more about what membership includes and how to pay on the Senior Friendship Center website.

Siesta Key Beach

The most famous attraction in Sarasota is Siesta Key Beach. Known for its bright white sand and clear water, Siesta Key Beach remains an accessible day trip for seniors with memory loss and their loved ones. The beach is one of the few in the area with lifeguards, and seniors can request a sand wheelchair at no cost at one of the lifeguard stations. Siesta Key Beach is large, so you’ll likely find plenty of space.

If you want something a little different, you can head to other local beaches. Lido Beach, Caspersen Beach, and Longboat Key Beach each offer a slightly different feel, but all are safe and relatively large. Note that these beaches may not employ lifeguards.

The Ringling Museum

More than just a museum, The Ringling Museum houses two circus museums, the fanciful Cà d’Zan mansion, the State Art Museum of Florida, the Bayfront Gardens, and the Asolo Theater. Spread over expansive grounds, the museum started as an homage to the circus traditions of Sarasota helmed by John Ringling.

For seniors with memory loss, an entire day spent in the museum may be overwhelming, so you may want to consider buying a membership and exploring the museum for a shorter time over a few days. Seniors can ask for a discount at the door.

Celery Fields

Nature is often the best medicine. Enjoy some fresh air at Celery Fields, considered one of the area’s premier birding destinations according to the Sarasota Audubon Society. The Celery Fields are the region’s storm water collection zone, but they’re mostly known as an exceptional picnic area. With 100 acres of restored wetlands and shaded picnic areas, the fields make a wonderful afternoon activity for seniors of all abilities.

Sarasota Classic Car Museum

The Sarasota Classic Car Museum is an ideal place for seniors to reminisce. Although the museum has a range of historic models, most notable is its collection of celebrity vehicles. Within its collection are Paul McCartney’s Mini Cooper and John Lennon’s Mercedes Benz. Traveling exhibitions, such as The Automotive Art of Ferdinand Porsche and Enzo Ferrari, regularly cycle through the museum.

Local guides to Sarasota

Visitsarasota.com is a great resource for weekly activities in and around Sarasota. It publishes updated information about events, sales, and weather conditions. You can find information about social events, farmers markets, and more.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Windsor of Bradenton, Bayshore Guest Home and Gardens and The Fountains of Hope are the top-rated Memory Care facilities near Sarasota, FL. These Memory Care facilities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews. See full list of communities.

The average cost of Memory Care in Sarasota is 4552.4 per month. This cost may vary based on location, amenities, floorplan, level of care and other factors.

The 74 memory care facilities near you in Sarasota, Florida typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Sarasota, Florida, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Sarasota, Florida, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Sarasota, Florida ranges from $595 to $9460. The average Memory Care cost in Sarasota, Florida is $4552.4. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Sarasota, Florida typically starts at $595. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

References

  1. United States Census Bureau. (2021). Age and sex (S0101): Sarasota city [Data set]. American Community Survey.

  2. A Place for Mom. (2022). A Place for Mom proprietary data.

  3. Rentcafe.com. (2022). Cost of living in Sarasota, FL.

  4. United States Census Bureau. (2021). Veteran status (S2101): Sarasota city [Data set]. American Community Survey.

  5. United States Census Bureau. (2021). Age and sex (S0101): Bradenton city [Data set]. American Community Survey.

  6. Florida Department of Health. (2020). Probable Alzheimer’s cases (aged 65 years and older) [Data set]. FL Health Charts.

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United States Census Bureau. (2021). Age and sex (S0101): Sarasota city [Data set]. American Community Survey.

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A Place for Mom. (2022). A Place for Mom proprietary data.

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Rentcafe.com. (2022). Cost of living in Sarasota, FL.

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United States Census Bureau. (2021). Veteran status (S2101): Sarasota city [Data set]. American Community Survey.

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United States Census Bureau. (2021). Age and sex (S0101): Bradenton city [Data set]. American Community Survey.

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Florida Department of Health. (2020). Probable Alzheimer’s cases (aged 65 years and older) [Data set]. FL Health Charts.