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 #237 / 1058Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 237th out of 1058 homes in Florida for bed count. 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Florida that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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 #1302 / 1487Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1302nd out of 1487 homes in Florida for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Florida facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Florida that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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
IssuanceAugust 4, 2025
ExpirationMarch 8, 2027
CountySarasota
License Number13817
RCFE NumberAssisted Living Facility #13817
81 Oaks is legally operated by 81 Oaks LLC, and administered 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
Activitiesmovement classes, movie nights
Specific ProgramsFitness
Assisted Living$4,595 per month
Memory Care$7,495 per month
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.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine 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.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.
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 for inspection score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the Florida average among 876 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Florida that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. 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) 2 Better Metrics better than Florida average:
• Total citations (52% below)
• Inspections with citations (69% below)
• Citations per inspection (77% above)
• Inspection citation rate (15% above) 2 Better Metrics better than Florida average:
• Total citations (52% below)
• Inspections with citations (69% below)
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 #223 / 907 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 223rd out of 907 homes in Florida for total citations. Shows this facility's total citations compared to the Florida average among 907 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Florida that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. |
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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 #865 / 907 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 865th out of 907 homes in Florida for citations per inspection. Shows this facility's citations per inspection compared to the Florida average among 907 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Florida that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. |
Inspections
| This Facility | FL Average | vs. FL Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 7 | 26 | This facility has had 73% fewer total inspections than the Florida average (7 vs. FL avg 26). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 73% fewer |
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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 #708 / 907 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 708th out of 907 homes in Florida for % of inspections with citations. Shows this facility's % of inspections with citations compared to the Florida average among 907 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Florida that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. |
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?
Pets Allowed
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
Places of interest near 81 Oaks
8.7 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Sarasota's city center to 81 Oaks's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Florida
81 Oaks is located in Sarasota, Florida.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Florida.
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 March 8, 2027.
Does 81 Oaks have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at 81 Oaks on this page.
Are pets allowed at 81 Oaks?
Yes, 81 Oaks allows residents to bring their pets.
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