Best Assisted Living in Sarasota County, FL

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 7 assisted living communities in Sarasota County, FL using FL Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in FL
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Info below is compiled from the FL Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Share of inspections that resulted in citations, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of citations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total citations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Reported profit orientation for the operator or facility (e.g. for-profit vs nonprofit), as provided in state licensing or disclosure data.
Total monetary fines or penalties in the reporting window from the state source. A single large fine can dominate this figure.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
SaraBella Senior Living
AL
MC
Sarasota (Bee Ridge)
134
Facility 134
FL AVG 85
Rank #165 / 890
CNo
38
Facility 38
FL AVG 40
Rank #498 / 1,001
Sarabella Operating LLC8
38%
Facility 38%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #584 / 853
8
Facility 8
FL AVG 33
Rank #215 / 853
1.0
Facility 1.0
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #533 / 853
For-Profit$4,000Rebecca RansonStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
DeSoto Palms Assisted Living Community
AL
Sarasota (Desoto Lakes)
95
Facility 95
FL AVG 85
Rank #394 / 890
B-Yes
35
Facility 35
FL AVG 40
Rank #555 / 1,001
Desoto Palms LLC23
35%
Facility 35%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #528 / 853
20
Facility 20
FL AVG 33
Rank #442 / 853
0.9
Facility 0.9
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #469 / 853
For-Profit$5,550Shannon Stevens-
The Fountains of Hope
AL
MC
RC
Sarasota
116
Facility 116
FL AVG 85
Rank #253 / 890
C-Yes-The Fountains Of Hope LLC26
38%
Facility 38%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #584 / 853
36
Facility 36
FL AVG 33
Rank #660 / 853
1.4
Facility 1.4
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #692 / 853
For-Profit$11,000Mary Frances MooreStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Magnolia Acres Assisted Living Facility
AL
ADC
RC
Englewood
12
Facility 12
FL AVG 85
Rank #724 / 890
C-No
7
Facility 7
FL AVG 40
Rank #919 / 1,001
A Pascujo, Inc20
45%
Facility 45%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #739 / 853
43
Facility 43
FL AVG 33
Rank #709 / 853
2.2
Facility 2.2
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #818 / 853
For-Profit$6,500Yolanda PascualPrivate / Shared Rooms
Faithful Friends of North Port LLC
AL
North Port
6
Facility 6
FL AVG 85
Rank #749 / 890
C+No-Faithful Friends Of Northport LLC7
43%
Facility 43%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #699 / 853
17
Facility 17
FL AVG 33
Rank #392 / 853
2.4
Facility 2.4
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #831 / 853
For-Profit$0Ruthe GuillauryPrivate Rooms
Aravilla Sarasota
AL
MC
Sarasota
--Yes
20
Facility 20
FL AVG 40
Rank #741 / 1,001
--------Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Cabot Reserve on the Green Assisted Living
AL
Sarasota (Fruitville)
--No
7
Facility 7
FL AVG 40
Rank #919 / 1,001
--------Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other FL assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 7 analyzed for Sarasota County. See how we rank facilities

SaraBella Senior Living

5650 Gantt Rd, Sarasota, FL 34233
Overview of SaraBella Senior Living

SaraBella Senior Living offers assisted living and memory care in Sarasota, Florida, in the Bee Ridge neighborhood. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, which can suit someone at risk of wandering. Having both care types in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move elsewhere.

Housing includes studios, one bedroom apartments, and two bedroom apartments. The larger layouts can accommodate a couple or a resident who wants a companion. SaraBella Senior Living has 134 beds. The area has a walk score of 38 and is car dependent, so most errands require a car or a ride. Payment options include insurance and/or HMO plans and Veterans Affairs, or VA, benefits. Rebecca Ranson serves as the administrator, and Sarabella Operating runs the community.

Contact SaraBella Senior Living

Overview of DeSoto Palms Assisted Living Community

Settled in the quiet neighborhood of Sarasota, FL, the DeSoto Palms Assisted Living Community offers assisted living services. A wide array of large and cozy accommodations with varying floor plans are available for its residents based on their preferences. Having a highly trained and compassionate team, the community ensures round-the-clock care and support for its residents.

The community is committed to delivering top-notch amenities and services wherein residents can enjoy the following: 3 restaurant-style meals daily, individualized assessments, salon services, scheduled transportation, and many more. Come and visit its cafe and game room and meet new companions along the way. Engage in various recreational activities such as outings and wellness programs. At DeSoto Palms Assisted Living Community, seniors are guaranteed an empowering retirement.

Contact DeSoto Palms Assisted Living Community

Overview of The Fountains of Hope

The Fountains of Hope offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Sarasota, FL. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community has 116 beds and offers studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom residences, including layouts that can suit someone living alone or a couple moving together. Pets are allowed, so a resident can continue living with a pet. Restaurant style dining gives residents meals in a restaurant setting, while fitness activities provide on site opportunities for exercise. Residents can also use the library with fireplace, salon, and transportation services.

The combination of assisted living, memory care, and respite care may be a good fit for someone whose support needs could change over time or whose family caregiver needs temporary relief. Mary Frances Moore serves as the administrator.

Starting Price $3,495/Month

Contact The Fountains of Hope

Overview of Magnolia Acres Assisted Living Facility

Surrounded by lush trees in Crestwood Road, Englewood, FL, Magnolia Acres Assisted Living Facility is a blissful retreat that provides assisted living. With its dedication to residents’ wellness, the community features purposely designed accommodations, accompanied by 24/7 care and support from a kind and highly trained team. Experience the best of your golden years with the community handling the busy work for a hassle-free lifestyle. Magnolia Acres Assisted Living Facility also welcomes residents who are VA, Long-term Medicare, and Medicaid recipients, making quality care accessible to more seniors.

Here, residents are empowered to live an active and well-connected retirement with a jam-packed calendar of fun activities and enriching programs. Have a delightful dining experience with healthy and delicious meals catering to nutritional needs and tastes. Transportation services and respite care are also provided for residents’ comfort and convenience.

Price range $2,750 - $3,250/Month

Contact Magnolia Acres Assisted Living Facility

Overview of Faithful Friends of North Port

Nestled in a serene area in North port, FL, Faithful Friends of North Port is a welcoming senior living community that offers assisted living services to independent residents who can benefit from extra care and assistance. The community makes sure residents are well-cared for with the help of a dedicated team that provides various care services, including assistance with daily living activities. Ensuring residents’ safety, the community provides residents with inviting accommodations designed to provide utmost convenience and comfort.

Committed to improving residents’ quality of life, the community makes sure residents are presented with plenty of opportunities to stay connected, active, and stimulated through a variety of activities. With exceptional care and convenient supportive services, residents of Faithful Friends of North Port are guaranteed to thrive and live the lifestyle they deserve and desire.

Contact Faithful Friends of North Port LLC

Overview of Aravilla Sarasota

Aravilla Sarasota in Sarasota, FL, provides assisted living and memory care services within a single residential setting. Assisted living assists residents with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication administration while preserving private living quarters. Specialized memory care offers a secured setting with continuous supervision for individuals living with dementia or at risk of wandering.

Housing options encompass studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans that accommodate single residents or couples moving together. On-site features include an outdoor wildlife sanctuary, pet-friendly living spaces, physical rehabilitation services, and structured social programs spanning live music, art, crafts, and fitness classes. Short-term respite stays are also supported to offer temporary relief for primary family caregivers.

Financial arrangements rely on private payment methods. Scheduled transportation handles local excursions and community outings for residents.

Interested families evaluating assisted living or memory care options can reach out to Aravilla Sarasota to check apartment availability or schedule a tour.

Contact Aravilla Sarasota

Overview of Cabot Reserve on the Green Assisted Living

Cabot Reserve on the Green Assisted Living provides assisted living in Sarasota, Florida. Residents receive help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while living in a private or semi-private room.

The community is in the Fruitville neighborhood. Private rooms provide an individual living space, while semi-private rooms suit residents who prefer to share their room with a companion.

Contact Cabot Reserve on the Green Assisted Living

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Assisted Living in Sarasota County at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 21/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Sarasota County, FL. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 73The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Sarasota County, FL. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Sarasota County, FL

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Florida?

Assisted living in Florida supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Florida?

Assisted living in Florida is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Florida Medicaid cover assisted living?

Florida Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Florida) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 7 assisted living facilities in Sarasota County, FL. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Sarasota County, FL?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Sarasota County, FL, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Sarasota County, FL?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.