Morningside House of Sarasota

Overview of Morningside House of Sarasota

Morningside House of Sarasota is a 68-bed, non-profit community offering assisted living, memory care, and rehabilitation services. The facility features round-the-clock staffing, short-term respite care, Medicaid acceptance, and hospice coordination, utilizing integrated point-of-care technology and tailored dining programs to support daily resident needs.

State inspection files compiled over a seven-year timeline document 18 total deficiencies across 13 separate visits, an annual average of 2.6 citations that performs 43% better than the Florida baseline. Half of the lifetime infractions occurred during a single initial opening inspection in April 2018, which flagged nine startup issues involving background checks, staff training, and building safety.

Following those early challenges, the building recorded three consecutive flawless reviews between late 2018 and 2020. Recent evaluations show minor, isolated marks; a November 2023 complaint check cited one background screening issue, and the most recent routine evaluation from January 2025 noted two deficiencies regarding medication assistance and administration. The facility currently holds an officially corrected status and has never been penalized with state fines or enforcement actions.

Interested individuals scanning the local area for senior housing can look to these records as a sign of a stable operational history after initial launch hurdles. Since the early 2025 data indicates that medication administration protocols required minor adjustments, asking the director about their current staff nursing oversight and medication distribution systems is a practical step. Setting up an on-site tour will also give you an opportunity to look over the rehab spaces yourself and see how the team manages daily memory care routines.

(941) 584-5575

68-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

Walk Score: 74 / 100

Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

AwardsBest of Loudoun, Best of the Burg 2024 Finalist

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility

StatusIn Review

IssuanceFebruary 17, 2025

ExpirationJanuary 31, 2026

CountySarasota

License Number13172

Morningside House of Sarasota is legally operated by Sabra Southern Operations I Llc, and administrated by Courtney Lonseth.

Management CompanyMORNINGSIDE ELITE MANAGEMENT

Owner NameSabra Southern Operations I LLC

Profit StatusFor-Profit

Private

68 units

Total beds

68 units

Wheelchair Accessible

Emergency SystemsYes

Safety FeaturesState of the art emergency call system.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Does not accept Medicaid

Rehabilitation Services

Respite Care

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

24-Hour Staffing

Short-Term Stays

Hospice

Pets Allowed

HousekeepingYes

Linen ServiceYes

Utilities IncludedYes

Emergency Call System

Point Of Care Technology

Medical Services

Emar System

Personalized Dining Experience

Housekeeping Services

Specialized Programming

Wheelchair-Accessible Transportation

Socialization

Restaurant Quality Cuisine

Concierge Services

ActivitiesDaily activities include fitness classes, arts and crafts, and music programs.

Specific ProgramsHospice Coordination

Religious ServicesYes

Food DescriptionChef-prepared meals and snacks are provided.

Since 2018 · 8 years of data 27 citations 14 inspections

Inspection Score

6 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

Total amount fined Total dollar amount of fines issued.
$0
vs $11.6k
↓ 100% lower than FL avg

Data reflects the most recent 8 years (since 2018).

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 2018 vs. Florida state average

Overall vs. FL average

Latest Inspection January 9, 2025 Routine

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	FL Average	vs. FL Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	27	33	This facility has 18% fewer total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (27 vs. FL avg 33).↓ 18% better Rank #429 / 919 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 429th 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.
Citations per year Average citations per year since 2018.	3.4	4.1	This facility has 17% fewer citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (3.4 vs. FL avg 4.1).↓ 17% better
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	1.9	1.3	This facility has 46% more citations per inspection than a typical Florida assisted living residence (1.9 vs. FL avg 1.3).↑ 46% worse Rank #835 / 919 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 835th 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 State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	FL Average	vs. FL Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	14	26	This facility has 46% fewer total inspections than a typical Florida assisted living residence (14 vs. FL avg 26).↓ 46% better
Inspections with citations Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.	9	16	This facility has 44% fewer inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (9 vs. FL avg 16).↓ 44% better
Inspection citation rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.	64%	62%	This facility has 2 percentage points higher inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (64% vs. FL avg 62%).↑ 2% worse Rank #598 / 919 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 598th 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.

January 9, 2025 inspection found two Class 3 deficiencies related to medication assistance and administration, with no complaints or higher-level citations.
November 7, 2023 inspection cited one unclassified deficiency for background screening clearinghouse compliance, indicating ongoing minor compliance issues.
April 17, 2018 inspection revealed 13 Class 3 and one Class 4 deficiencies across staffing, training, dietary standards, safety, and background screening compliance.

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Activities in this home

Arts and Crafts
Cooking Classes
Dancing
Exercise Classes
Games & Cards
Gardening
Music Programs
Shopping
Social Events & Outings
Theater & Movies

5.3 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Sarasota's city center to Morningside House of Sarasota's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Long-Term Care Waiver

Florida Medicaid LTC Waiver

Age 65+ or 21+ disabled

General Florida resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

High demand; waitlists common.

Benefits

In-home care (6-8 hours/day) Assisted living Respite (240 hours/year) Case management

Community Care for the Elderly (CCE)

Florida CCE

Age 60+

General Florida resident, at risk of nursing home.

Income Limits ~$2,000/month varies

Asset Limits $5,000 individual

Limited funding; regional variation.

Benefits

Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week) Adult day care (~$60/day) Respite (up to 10 days/year)

Home Care for the Elderly (HCE)

Florida Home Care for the Elderly

Age 60+

General Florida resident, at risk of nursing home placement; caregiver must be approved.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month individual, aligned with Medicaid thresholds

Asset Limits ~$2,000 (individual); varies by case manager discretion.

Limited funding (~3,500 served annually); prioritizes low-income frail seniors.

Benefits

Basic subsidy (~$160/month) for housing/medical costs; special subsidies for supplies/services (e.g., incontinence supplies, ~$50-$200/month)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Florida Medicaid PACE

Age 55+

General Florida resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Limited to specific counties (e.g., Hillsborough, Miami-Dade); ~10 sites statewide.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Florida Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled

General Florida resident, living in approved facility, receiving SSI or low-income.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month individual, including SSI

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Limited to specific facility types; ~$78.40/month max supplement.

Benefits

Cash payment (~$78.40/month) for room/board or personal needs in facilities

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What languages are spoken at Morningside House of Sarasota?

The team at Morningside House of Sarasota speaks English.

Who is the owner of Morningside House of Sarasota?

The legal owner and operator of Morningside House of Sarasota is Sabra Southern Operations I Llc.

Is Morningside House of Sarasota in a walkable area?

Morningside House of Sarasota has a walk score of 74. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of Morningside House of Sarasota?

According to FL state health department records, Morningside House of Sarasota's license number is 13172.

When does Morningside House of Sarasota's license expire?

According to FL state health department records, Morningside House of Sarasota's license expires on January 31, 2026.

What payment types does Morningside House of Sarasota accept?

Morningside House of Sarasota accepts Other.

Does Morningside House of Sarasota operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Morningside House of Sarasota is registered as a for-profit in FL.

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