81 Oaks
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Sarasota, FL
81 Oaks
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Sarasota, FL
81 Oaks accepts Insurance and/or HMO and Veteran Affairs Benefits.
Overview of 81 Oaks
81 Oaks Senior Living is a new assisted living and memory care community in Sarasota, Florida, that believes every chapter of life should be lived to the fullest. The community, now open and welcoming new residents, offers a warm and vibrant environment where cherished memories are made. 81 Oaks is thoughtfully woven into an intergenerational Master Plan community that includes a K-8th grade charter school, a 3,000-member inclusive church, an auditorium, basketball court, and a park, providing a unique and engaging setting for residents.
The community’s assisted living programs revolve around residents’ goals and needs, with personalized support that encourages connecting with others, learning new things, and experiencing life in new ways. 81 Oaks’ Grove memory care neighborhood celebrates residents’ lives, focusing on their strengths and empowering them to live with purpose and joy. The community’s holistic approach to wellness and personalized care mean residents can live a life that reflects their standards, desires, and schedule. With beautifully landscaped green spaces, modern and well-appointed apartments, and a range of amenities and services, 81 Oaks provides a comfortable and convenient living experience for seniors in Sarasota.
125-bed community Rank #240 / 1074Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 240th out of 1074 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Florida facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 8 / 100 Rank #1301 / 1486Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1301st out of 1486 homes in Florida. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Florida facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusLicensed
IssuanceAugust 4, 2025
ExpirationAugust 3, 2027
CountySarasota
License Number13817
RCFE NumberAssisted Living Facility #13817
81 Oaks is legally operated by 81 Oaks Llc, and administrated by Meghan Houlihan.
Profit StatusFor-Profit
Private
125 units
Total beds
125 units
Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Creole
English
Spanish
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing
Fitness Center
Salon & Spa
Library
Outdoor Spaces
Private Dining Room
Theater
Art Studio
Walking Paths
Concierge Services
Emergency Response System
ActivitiesDaily activities including movement classes and movie nights.
Specific ProgramsFitness
Assisted Living$4,595 per month
Memory Care$7,495 per month
Food DescriptionChef-prepared, restaurant-style cuisine with anytime dining options.
Inspection History
In Florida, the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) is the primary authority that conducts unannounced inspections and completes official health quality reports for all healthcare facilities.
Since 2023 · 3 years of data
16 citations
7 inspections
1 fine
$5.0K fined
Inspection Score
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the Florida state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical Florida assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the Florida state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical Florida assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.
4 points above the Florida average for assisted living residences (83/100)
Rank #410 / 876 in Florida Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 410th out of 876 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the Florida average among 876 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Inspection score: 87 out of 100. Letter grade B+. 4 points above the Florida average for assisted living residences (83/100)Legal Actions
Formal stipulations and orders filed by Florida regulators against this facility, including fines and total monetary penalties.
This Facility
FL Average
vs. FL Avg-
1vs 5 avg↓ 80% fewer than FL avg
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$5kvs $11.6k↓ 57% lower than FL avg
Data reflects the most recent 3 years (since 2023).
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Florida state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2023 vs. Florida state average
Overall vs. FL average
2 Worse
Metrics worse than Florida average:
• Citations per inspection (77% above)
• Inspection citation rate (15% above) 4 Better Metrics better than Florida average:
• Total citations (52% below)
• Citations per year (52% below)
• Total inspections (73% below)
• Inspections with citations (69% below)
• Citations per inspection (77% above)
• Inspection citation rate (15% above) 4 Better Metrics better than Florida average:
• Total citations (52% below)
• Citations per year (52% below)
• Total inspections (73% below)
• Inspections with citations (69% below)
Latest Inspection
September 30, 2025
Other An inspection that falls outside standard annual surveys and formal complaint investigations. May include administrative compliance checks, documentation reviews, focused surveys on specific concerns, or revisit surveys to verify prior corrections.
Citations
| This Facility | FL Average | vs. FL Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 16 | 33 | This facility has 52% fewer total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (16 vs. FL avg 33).↓ 52% better Rank #232 / 919 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 232nd out of 919 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's total citations compared to the Florida average among 919 comparable communities in the ranking pool. |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2023.
| 5.3 | 11 | This facility has 52% fewer citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (5.3 vs. FL avg 11).↓ 52% better |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 2.3 | 1.3 | This facility has 77% more citations per inspection than a typical Florida assisted living residence (2.3 vs. FL avg 1.3).↑ 77% worse Rank #878 / 919 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 878th out of 919 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's citations per inspection compared to the Florida average among 919 comparable communities in the ranking pool. |
Inspections
| This Facility | FL Average | vs. FL Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 7 | 26 | This facility has 73% fewer total inspections than a typical Florida assisted living residence (7 vs. FL avg 26).↓ 73% better |
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Inspections with citations
Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.
| 5 | 16 | This facility has 69% fewer inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (5 vs. FL avg 16).↓ 69% better |
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Inspection citation rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.
| 71% | 62% | This facility has 9 percentage points higher inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (71% vs. FL avg 62%).↑ 9% worse Rank #719 / 919 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 719th out of 919 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's % of inspections with citations compared to the Florida average among 919 comparable communities in the ranking pool. |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- The initial licensure inspection on July 26, 2023, had no deficiencies.
- The September 30, 2025 routine inspection cited 13 Class 3 deficiencies across admissions, resident care, medication assistance, staffing, training, food service, and records.
- A February 6, 2025 complaint inspection found one Class 3 deficiency in risk management and quality assurance.
What does this home offer?
Room Sizes: 350-400 / 500-600 / 750 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Activities in this home
- Arts and Crafts
- Cooking Classes
- Dancing
- Exercise Classes
- Games & Cards
- Gardening
- Music Programs
- Other
- Shopping
- Social Events & Outings
- Theater & Movies
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for 81 Oaks
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12.5 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Sarasota's city center to 81 Oaks's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 3.52 miles to nearest hospital (Sarasota VA Clinic)
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81 Oaks is located in Sarasota, Florida.
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The information below is reported by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA).
| 81 Oaks |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Sarasota (Lake Sarasota) | 125
Facility
125
FL AVG
89
Rank
#240 / 1074 | No |
8
Facility
8
FL AVG
40
Rank
#1301 / 1486 | 81 Oaks LLC | 87
Facility
87
FL AVG
83
Rank
#410 / 876 | 7 | 71.4%
Facility
71.4%
FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#719 / 919 | 16
Facility
16
FL AVG
33
Rank
#232 / 919 | 2.3
Facility
2.3
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#878 / 919 | For-Profit | $5,000 | Meghan Houlihan | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - |
| Brookdale Sarasota Midtown |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Sarasota (Arlington Park) | 120
Facility
120
FL AVG
89
Rank
#256 / 1074 | Yes |
77
Facility
77
FL AVG
40
Rank
#129 / 1486 | Arc Bahia Oaks Inc | 86
Facility
86
FL AVG
83
Rank
#428 / 876 | 25 | 72%
Facility
72%
FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#726 / 919 | 27
Facility
27
FL AVG
33
Rank
#429 / 919 | 1.1
Facility
1.1
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#331 / 919 | For-Profit | $2,125 | Laura Ann Terlesky | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ |
| Brookdale Palmer Ranch |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Sarasota (Bee Ridge) | 118
Facility
118
FL AVG
89
Rank
#337 / 1074 | Yes |
3
Facility
3
FL AVG
40
Rank
#1383 / 1486 | Pr Al Operations LLC | 79
Facility
79
FL AVG
83
Rank
#589 / 876 | 26 | 57.7%
Facility
57.7%
FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#491 / 919 | 33
Facility
33
FL AVG
33
Rank
#514 / 919 | 1.3
Facility
1.3
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#557 / 919 | For-Profit | $5,650 | Sara Sterling | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ |
| Heron East |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Sarasota (Fruitville) | 112
Facility
112
FL AVG
89
Rank
#369 / 1074 | No |
21
Facility
21
FL AVG
40
Rank
#1066 / 1486 | Suncoast East, LLC | 70
Facility
70
FL AVG
83
Rank
#735 / 876 | 35 | 82.9%
Facility
82.9%
FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#849 / 919 | 46
Facility
46
FL AVG
33
Rank
#690 / 919 | 1.3
Facility
1.3
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#557 / 919 | For-Profit | $7,000 | Margine Rivera | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | B- |
| Heron House |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Sarasota | 95
Facility
95
FL AVG
89
Rank
#504 / 1074 | No |
45
Facility
45
FL AVG
40
Rank
#612 / 1486 | Suncoast House, LLC | 69
Facility
69
FL AVG
83
Rank
#746 / 876 | 43 | 72.1%
Facility
72.1%
FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#730 / 919 | 65
Facility
65
FL AVG
33
Rank
#810 / 919 | 1.5
Facility
1.5
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#695 / 919 | For-Profit | $9,050 | Tara Tyc | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ |
Frequently Asked Questions about 81 Oaks
What neighborhood is 81 Oaks in?
81 Oaks is in the Lake Sarasota neighborhood of Sarasota.
What languages are spoken at 81 Oaks?
The team at 81 Oaks speaks Creole, English, and Spanish.
Is 81 Oaks in a walkable area?
81 Oaks has a walk score of 8. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the license number of 81 Oaks?
According to FL state health department records, 81 Oaks's license number is 13817.
When does 81 Oaks's license expire?
According to FL state health department records, 81 Oaks's license expires on August 3, 2027.
Does 81 Oaks have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at 81 Oaks on this page.
What payment types does 81 Oaks accept?
81 Oaks accepts Insurance and/or HMO, Other, and VA.
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