Best Memory Care in Sarasota County, FL

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 4 memory care providers in Sarasota County, FL using FL Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in FL
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We analyzed These are the providers in Sarasota County, FL our team has analyzed — not a count of every memory care provider in Sarasota County, FL. Home health and home care providers may be included if they specialize in memory care services.
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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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
SaraBella Senior Living
MC
AL
Sarasota (Bee Ridge)
134
Facility 134
FL AVG 102
Rank #155 / 631
CNo
38
Facility 38
FL AVG 39
Rank #359 / 762
Sarabella Operating LLC8
38%
Facility 38%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #418 / 594
8
Facility 8
FL AVG 33
Rank #138 / 594
1.0
Facility 1.0
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #392 / 594
For-Profit$4,000Rebecca RansonStudio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA
Liana of North Sarasota
MC
HOS
RC
Sarasota (Desoto Acres)
54
Facility 54
FL AVG 102
Rank #513 / 631
CNo
44
Facility 44
FL AVG 39
Rank #300 / 762
Sarasota Memory Care LLC13
54%
Facility 54%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #567 / 594
15
Facility 15
FL AVG 33
Rank #246 / 594
1.2
Facility 1.2
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #445 / 594
For-Profit$5,500Marissa VazquezStudio / Suite / 2 Bed-
The Fountains of Hope
MC
AL
RC
Sarasota
116
Facility 116
FL AVG 102
Rank #235 / 631
C-Yes-The Fountains Of Hope LLC26
38%
Facility 38%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #418 / 594
36
Facility 36
FL AVG 33
Rank #462 / 594
1.4
Facility 1.4
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #496 / 594
For-Profit$11,000Mary Frances MooreStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Aravilla Sarasota
MC
AL
Sarasota
--Yes
20
Facility 20
FL AVG 39
Rank #553 / 762
--------Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other FL memory care community we track that reports that metric, not just the 4 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.

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Overview of Liana of North Sarasota

Liana of North Sarasota provides memory care, hospice care, and respite care in Sarasota, FL. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Hospice care focuses on comfort and support at the end of life, while respite care provides a short stay when a person’s usual caregiver needs time away. The community may suit someone who needs dementia support, end of life care, or temporary care during a caregiver’s recovery or travel.

There are 54 beds. A community of this size can allow staff and residents to get to know one another. Housing includes studios, suites, and two bed accommodations, with a studio offering one private living space and a two bed option accommodating two people together.

Liana of North Sarasota is in the Desoto Acres neighborhood and is administered by Marissa Vazquez; Sarasota Memory Care operates the community. The area has a Walk Score of 44, placing it in a car dependent setting where most errands require a car or a ride. The building is single story.

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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

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Overview of Aravilla Sarasota

Located in the welcoming community of Sarasota, FL, the Aravilla Sarasota is an esteemed senior living community providing assisted living and memory care services. Here, residents can select from beautifully appointed and spacious accommodations with varying floor plans according to their tastes. As for memory care, the community provides a perfect match of thoughtfully designed environments, stimulating activities, and compassionate care for those with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.

Experience its top-of-the-line amenities and services including delectable and healthy meals in a resort-style atmosphere, unique personal concierge services, a holistic approach to wellness, and daily activities & enrichment programs. Meet new companions on its beautiful grounds with a wildlife sanctuary. With Aravilla Sarasota, seniors are assured of a living experience worth remembering.

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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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Memory Care in Sarasota County at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 34/ 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: 101The 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 Memory Care 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.

Does Florida Medicaid cover memory care?

Florida Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, 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 memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 4 memory care communities in Sarasota County, FL. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care community 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 memory care communities 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.