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Sarasota, Florida, is a welcoming city for seniors who need personalized care. An exemplary senior care destination, Sarasota experiences year-round warm temperatures and displays an eclectic opulence all its own.

Sarasota nursing homes are some of the best in the nation. However, the term nursing home can be misleading. Some people use the term nursing home to refer to all senior care facilities, including assisted living and memory care, but nursing homes provide medical care while assisted living and memory care facilities don’t. If you or your loved one doesn’t need round-the-clock medical or rehabilitative care, you may want to consider Sarasota’s assisted living or memory care facilities instead.

A Place for Mom partners with 35 assisted living and memory care facilities within a 10-mile radius of downtown Sarasota, Florida. In this guide, you’ll find everything you need to know about Sarasota’s senior care facilities. We get our information from our 20+ years as a leader in the senior care industry, our proprietary data, and reviews from seniors and families just like you. Read on to learn about the costs, amenities, laws, and more for Sarasota’s senior care facilities.

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Average starting price $X,XXX/month
Assisted Living
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Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Recent reviews of Nursing Homes in Sarasota, FL
5 / 5.0

Westminster Point is the best in the area based on the total value and what you get. You get what you pay for. Room sizes and community layout are excellent. The food is excellent. The services are great.

4 / 5.0

I don't live there but most of the people living there seem to enjoy it. The most complaints are about the food. Also suggest that there be more activities scheduled. It has a smaller memory care with more attention given to residents, new building, nice amenities

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.

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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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44 Floor plans available
9.8
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A family friend had recommended Poet's Walk Sarasota because his mother had a peaceful, family-oriented experience recently for her final caring needs. I had visited his mother there and knew that this...
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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9.7
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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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9.5
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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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Once the staff managers were established (there was a period of continual turnover), we have found people to be responsible and responsive. The staff always seem pleasant and are clearly familiar with my...
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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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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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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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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I would say my mom was very happy there, but it is very big so residents should be mostly independent. I chose it because of the price.
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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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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Windsor Reflections, it's a leadership and team that has truly been a gift to me and my family. They are so kind and patient with my mom who has been there 3+ years. She loves the staff and thinks the place...
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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Probably as good as any other place. The ED has been very helpful when needed. My loved one does not participate in activities.
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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8.6
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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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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.

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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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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

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:

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

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

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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.

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Masking

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

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Facility cleanliness

High-use areas should be regularly disinfected.

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Social distancing

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

Get to know senior living in Sarasota

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100% of partnering Sarasota senior care facilities have 24-hour awake staff
100% of partnering Sarasota senior care facilities have indoor common areas
96% of partnering Sarasota senior care facilities offer housekeeping services
88% of partnering Sarasota senior care facilities offer complimentary transportation
72% of partnering Sarasota senior care facilities offer Spanish speaking services
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Number of people we have referred to partnering assisted living and memory care facilities in Sarasota in the last 12 months
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Average age of residents we referred to partnering assisted living and memory care facilities in Sarasota in the last 12 months
Gender split: 60% female[01]

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.

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14,925

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

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

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References

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

  2. Genworth. (2022). Cost of care survey.

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

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

  5. 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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Genworth. (2022). Cost of care survey.

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

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

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