Compare Memory Care around Sarasota (Metro Area)
The information below is reported by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA).
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| Heron Club at Prestancia |
MC
AL
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Sarasota (Gulf Gate Estates) |
100
Facility
100
FL AVG
89
Rank
#442 / 1074
| Yes |
45
Facility
45
FL AVG
40
Rank
#612 / 1486
| Suncoast Club, LLC |
68
Facility
68
FL AVG
83
Rank
#756 / 876
| 50 |
76%
Facility
76%
FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#791 / 919
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84
Facility
84
FL AVG
33
Rank
#865 / 919
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1.7
Facility
1.7
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#779 / 919
| For-Profit | $6,750 | Aymee Lee Thomas | Suite | - |
| Brookdale Sarasota Midtown |
MC
AL
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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
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27
Facility
27
FL AVG
33
Rank
#429 / 919
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1.1
Facility
1.1
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#331 / 919
| For-Profit | $2,125 | Laura Ann Terlesky | Studio / 1 Bed | A+ |
| Heron House |
MC
AL
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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
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65
Facility
65
FL AVG
33
Rank
#810 / 919
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1.5
Facility
1.5
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#695 / 919
| For-Profit | $9,050 | Tara Tyc | - | A+ |
| 81 Oaks |
MC
AL
RC
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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
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16
Facility
16
FL AVG
33
Rank
#232 / 919
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2.3
Facility
2.3
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#878 / 919
| For-Profit | $5,000 | Meghan Houlihan | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - |
| Heron East |
MC
AL
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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
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46
Facility
46
FL AVG
33
Rank
#690 / 919
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1.3
Facility
1.3
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#557 / 919
| For-Profit | $7,000 | Margine Rivera | - | B- |
| American House Sarasota |
MC
AL
IL
RC
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Sarasota (Bee Ridge) |
185
Facility
185
FL AVG
89
Rank
#51 / 1074
| Yes |
58
Facility
58
FL AVG
40
Rank
#381 / 1486
| Ah Sarasota Opco, LLC |
76
Facility
76
FL AVG
83
Rank
#641 / 876
| 24 |
66.7%
Facility
66.7%
FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#620 / 919
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30
Facility
30
FL AVG
33
Rank
#482 / 919
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1.3
Facility
1.3
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#557 / 919
| For-Profit | $12,813 | Evelyn Kay Donato | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed400 - 1,500 sq. ft | A+ |
| Brookdale Deer Creek Sarasota |
MC
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Sarasota (Vamo) |
38
Facility
38
FL AVG
89
Rank
#829 / 1074
| No |
16
Facility
16
FL AVG
40
Rank
#1159 / 1486
| Brookdale Senior Living Communities, Inc |
68
Facility
68
FL AVG
83
Rank
#756 / 876
| 35 |
65.7%
Facility
65.7%
FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#614 / 919
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50
Facility
50
FL AVG
33
Rank
#731 / 919
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1.4
Facility
1.4
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#633 / 919
| For-Profit | $18,100 | Charity Elizabeth Wilson | Private Suite / Semi-private Suite | A+ |
| Grand Villa of Sarasota |
MC
ADC
AL
IL
RC
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Sarasota (Downtown) |
173
Facility
173
FL AVG
89
Rank
#91 / 1074
| Yes |
81
Facility
81
FL AVG
40
Rank
#95 / 1486
| Gv Sarasota LLC |
71
Facility
71
FL AVG
83
Rank
#724 / 876
| 38 |
68.4%
Facility
68.4%
FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#675 / 919
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59
Facility
59
FL AVG
33
Rank
#783 / 919
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1.6
Facility
1.6
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#740 / 919
| For-Profit | $9,700 | Diane L Gelardi | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - |
| Sarasota Villas of Holly Brook |
MC
AL
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Sarasota |
70
Facility
70
FL AVG
89
Rank
#645 / 1074
| No |
15
Facility
15
FL AVG
40
Rank
#1174 / 1486
| Phillips Investments, LLC-Sarasota Operations Series | - | 1 |
0%
Facility
0%
FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#1 / 919
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1
Facility
1
FL AVG
33
Rank
#16 / 919
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1.0
Facility
1.0
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#167 / 919
| For-Profit | - | Natasha Nixon | - | - |
| Morningside House of Sarasota |
MC
AL
HC
RC
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Sarasota |
68
Facility
68
FL AVG
89
Rank
#657 / 1074
| No |
74
Facility
74
FL AVG
40
Rank
#165 / 1486
| Sabra Southern Operations I LLC |
89
Facility
89
FL AVG
83
Rank
#342 / 876
| 14 |
64.3%
Facility
64.3%
FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#598 / 919
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27
Facility
27
FL AVG
33
Rank
#429 / 919
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1.9
Facility
1.9
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#835 / 919
| For-Profit | - | Courtney Lonseth | - | - |
| Family Extended Care of Sarasota (DBA) Cabot Reserve on the Green |
MC
AL
RC
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Sarasota |
65
Facility
65
FL AVG
89
Rank
#673 / 1074
| No |
65
Facility
65
FL AVG
40
Rank
#275 / 1486
| Best Care Senor Living At Sarasota LLC |
68
Facility
68
FL AVG
83
Rank
#756 / 876
| 53 |
54.7%
Facility
54.7%
FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#434 / 919
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82
Facility
82
FL AVG
33
Rank
#859 / 919
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1.5
Facility
1.5
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#695 / 919
| For-Profit | $12,600 | Donn Melvin Smith | - | - |
| Suncoast House |
MC
AL
RC
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Sarasota | - | No |
49
Facility
49
FL AVG
40
Rank
#540 / 1486
| - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | Studio / 1 Bed | - |
| Suncoast East |
MC
AL
RC
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Sarasota (Fruitville) | - | No |
21
Facility
21
FL AVG
40
Rank
#1066 / 1486
| - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - |
| Suncoast Club at Prestancia |
MC
AL
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Sarasota (Gulf Gate Estates) | - | Yes |
45
Facility
45
FL AVG
40
Rank
#612 / 1486
| - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | Suite / 1 Bed | - |
| Bay Village Of Sarasota INC | AL
| Sarasota | 15 | — | — | Bay Village of Sarasota, Inc. | — | 3 | — | 3 | — | For-Profit | — | Jennifer Lynn Grimes | — | — |
| Bayshore Place | AL
| Sarasota | 18 | — | — | Sarasota Bay Club Management Company, LLC | — | 12 | — | 15 | — | For-Profit | — | Sandra Busby | — | — |
| Brisiana Manor Alf | AL
| Sarasota | 12 | — | — | Excelsior Omega INC | — | 31 | — | 30 | — | For-Profit | — | Marie Exantus | — | — |
| Croton Manor | AL
| Sarasota | 6 | — | — | A Bridge For Independence Plus LLC | — | 14 | — | 31 | — | For-Profit | — | Kimberly Kaye Stanford | — | — |
| Excelsior Omega # 2 | AL
| Sarasota | 6 | — | — | Excelsior Omega INC | — | — | — | 17 | — | For-Profit | — | Jacqueline Dorelien | — | — |
| Excelsior Omega INC | AL
| Sarasota | 12 | — | — | Excelsior Omega INC | — | 37 | — | 47 | — | For-Profit | — | Jacqueline Dorelien | — | — |
| Fruitville Holdings Oppidan INC | AL
| Sarasota | 6 | — | — | Fruitville Holdings-Oppidan, INC. | — | 26 | — | 30 | — | For-Profit | — | Francis Brennick | — | — |
| Gocio Home | AL
| Sarasota | 6 | — | — | Excelsior Omega INC | — | 13 | — | 14 | — | For-Profit | — | Jacqueline Dorelien | — | — |
| Josefa's Alf CORP | AL
| Sarasota | 6 | — | — | Josefa's Alf CORP | — | 14 | — | 19 | — | For-Profit | — | Belen R Gonzalez | — | — |
| Lily's Promise LLC | AL
| Sarasota | 6 | — | — | Lily's Promise, LLC | — | 14 | — | 14 | — | For-Profit | — | Catina Warren | — | — |
| Neurointernational Healthcare, LLC | AL
| Sarasota | 16 | — | — | Neurointernational Healthcare LLC | — | 51 | — | 50 | — | For-Profit | — | Hector Suarez | — | — |
| Neurorestorative Florida | AL
| Sarasota | 6 | — | — | Center For Comprehensive Services, INC | — | 17 | — | 19 | — | For-Profit | — | Joselyn Bazil | — | — |
| Sea View Inn At Forest Lakes | AL
| Sarasota | 6 | — | — | Excelsior Omega INC | — | 30 | — | 49 | — | For-Profit | — | Jacqueline Dorelien | — | — |
| Sunniland Assisted Living Facility, LLC | AL
| Sarasota | 6 | — | — | Sunniland Assisted Living Facility | — | 15 | — | 16 | — | For-Profit | — | Sue Wanda Moulton | — | — |
| Tina's Alf | AL
| Sarasota | 6 | — | — | Tina's Assisted Living Facility CORP. | — | 14 | — | 17 | — | For-Profit | — | Ernestina Margarita Barea | — | — |
Located in beautiful Sarasota, Florida, Heron Club at Prestancia offers upscale assisted living with memory care services, designed to promote resident well-being. This community provides personalized care plans and is equipped with a skilled team committed to resident comfort and support. Delicious meals prepared by chefs using fresh, local ingredients are served restaurant-style, fostering a sense of community and health from the inside out.
An active lifestyle is a cornerstone of Heron Club’s philosophy. Residents can participate in a variety of activities and events designed to keep minds and bodies stimulated, from creative workshops and fitness classes to social gatherings and outdoor excursions. The on-site staff also offers healthcare services and wellness programs like massage therapy to promote overall well-being. With a focus on personalized care, engaging activities, and a dedicated staff, Heron Club at Prestancia is an ideal place for those searching for a supportive and enriching living environment for their next chapter of life.
Heron House, located in coastal Sarasota, FL, offers premier assisted living and memory care services through holistic wellness and access to the latest health information and programs. This focus on well-being extends to residents with memory care needs, who benefit from specialized programs and a secure environment. An active lifestyle is a cornerstone of Heron House’s philosophy.
A variety of activities and amenities keep residents engaged, from social gatherings and walking clubs to creative workshops and game nights. The staff is available 24/7 to provide assistance and ensure residents feel secure. At Heron House, the community is equipped with a dedicated staff committed to ensuring resident comfort and support. Heron House provides personalized care plans executed by a compassionate care team to ensure resident comfort and support.
Nestled in Sarasota, Florida, Brookdale Sarasota Midtown is a senior living community committed to providing seniors a comfortable and safe environment. With staff available around the clock, the community offers luxury assisted living and specialized care for those in the early to mid stages of Alzheimer’s and dementia.
Brookdale Sarasota Midtown boasts a vibrant calendar of events and activities, ensuring residents can access attractions such as Botanical Gardens, museums, and local art galleries. The community embraces a pet-friendly atmosphere and provides apartments with ample natural window light. Committed to personalized care options, Brookdale Sarasota Midtown strives to offer support tailored to each resident’s unique needs.
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.
As a leading provider in Sarasota FL, Heron East offers upscale assisted senior living designed to promote resident well-being specifically to assisted living needs, providing personalized care plans and a dedicated team committed to resident comfort. Staying healthy is a key focus at Heron East. Residents can participate in social gatherings or explore creative interests through workshops. With a dedicated team committed to resident well-being, Heron East offers assisted living services that provide the necessary support and care to ensure residents feel safe and secure.
Residents enjoy an active lifestyle with various activities and amenities to keep them engaged, from social gatherings to creative workshops. The staff is available around the clock to ensure residents feel supported and secure, allowing them to focus on staying healthy and enjoying life within a supportive assisted living environment.
Prioritize comfort, relaxation, and entertainment with American House Sarasota, a high-spirited senior living community in Sarasota, FL, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite stays. Choose from a wide selection of floor plans, including studios, shared suites, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments for a cozy and secure living space that can be personalized with your precious belongings. Relish in maintenance free-lifestyle with a team that handles housekeeping, laundry, transportation, and meal preparation.
Residents dealing with Alzheimer’s and other forms of memory loss are empowered to live their lives to the fullest with specialized memory care programs that feature an array of life-enrichment programs. With a well-planned calendar of activities and events, residents are sure to live a vigorous and entertaining life. Amenities like a library, salon, heated exercise pool and spa, restaurant-style dining with chef-prepared meals, and inviting common areas for family and community events, adds to the charm of living the this gorgeous community.
With decades of experience in understanding the complexity of Alzheimer’s and dementia, Brookdale Deer Creek Sarasota is an outstanding senior living community offering comprehensive memory care to the community of Vamo, Florida. The community offers several floor plans designed to accommodate residents’ unique needs, ensuring a comfortable and safe residence. With a trained team on-site 24/7, residents are guaranteed peace of mind, knowing that assistance is available anytime.
Committed to creating an encouraging environment for seniors with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia, Brookdale Deer Creek Sarasota features two key memory care programs to support residents’ complex memory care needs. The Clare Bridge program aims to assist residents in the mid to late stages of dementia, while the Solace program is designed to support the complex needs of residents in the advanced stages of dementia. The community also offers an array of amenities designed for residents’ convenience and leisure, including three home-style meals, a diverse calendar of activities, spacious common areas, and beautifully landscaped grounds.
Nestled on three lush acres along the Hudson Bayou in Sarasota, Florida, Grand Villa is a resort-style senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Located near downtown Sarasota, residents enjoy access to historic charm, excellent shopping, and dining. Grand Villa provides a range of lifestyle options, allowing residents to choose the level of care that suits their needs, with the flexibility to pay for only the services they use. The monthly rate covers fine dining, housekeeping, and more. The community features state-of-the-art Resident Care Technology to provide care as needed, enhancing peace of mind for residents and their families.
With a unique focus on Medication Management, Grand Villa partners with a preferred provider for accurate and timely medication delivery. The resort-style community promotes relaxation and enjoyment through a variety of social and recreational activities. The Activities Coordinator ensures a full calendar, including parties, classes, lectures, and excursions, with popular options like yoga, Bingo tournaments, and painting classes. Grand Villa of Sarasota takes pride in fostering a family atmosphere and providing wonderful amenities to enhance residents’ quality of life.
Suncoast Club at Prestancia is an affordable assisted living and memory care community in Sarasota, FL, offering personal care and specialized care for Alzheimer’s and dementia. Here, older adults can find a home away from home, especially with a compassionate and welcoming environment. Restaurant-style dining, housekeeping, and scheduled transportation are among the high-quality services dedicated to helping residents maintain a maintenance-free lifestyle. Residents also receive the utmost attention and care through individualized care plans.
Social events, light exercises, and arts and crafts provide residents with more opportunities to explore hobbies and have fun. With a game room, spacious dining area, and cozy living spaces, residents can relax and freely interact with their surroundings. Residents also experience a laid-back lifestyle, as it is nestled in the tree-lined residential area of Sarasota. This assisted living and memory care community is committed to helping older adults thrive in retirement, making it a trusted choice for senior living in Florida.
Suncoast East is an affordable assisted living community in Sarasota, FL, offering assistance with daily activities. With a compassionate, home-like setting, the community ensures older adults are well-cared for. Chef-prepared dining, scheduled transportation, and maintenance are among the high-quality services dedicated to improving residents’ quality of life. Through personalized care plans, residents also receive the utmost attention and care to help them live comfortably.
Social events, well programs, and various recreational opportunities encourage residents to make friends and have fun. A beauty salon/ barber and spacious gathering areas are also available, so residents can relax and move around safely. Situated in the quiet residential area of Sarasota, the community ensures residents have a stress-free retirement. This assisted living community is a great choice for senior living in Florida, especially with its dedication to older adults’ welfare.
How we rank these memory care communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
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
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
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
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
Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Sarasota, FL
What is the average cost of memory care in Sarasota, FL?
The average monthly cost of memory care in Sarasota, FL is approximately $5,000. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.
What is the price range for memory care in Sarasota, FL?
Memory care in Sarasota, FL typically ranges from $4,000–$6,500 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.
What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in Sarasota, FL?
Memory care communities in Sarasota, FL typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.
How many licensed memory care communities are there in Sarasota, FL?
According to state licensing records, there are approximately 2+ (The Fountains, Heron House) licensed memory care communities in Sarasota, 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.




