Alderman Oaks
Assisted Living & Independent Living · Sarasota, FL
Alderman Oaks
Assisted Living & Independent Living · Sarasota, FL
Alderman Oaks accepts Insurance and/or HMO, Medicaid, and Veteran Affairs Benefits.
Overview of Alderman Oaks
Situated in Sarasota, Florida, Alderman Oaks stands out for its distinctive character, boasting exceptional staff and a renowned culinary experience. This unique retirement residence, centrally located downtown, offers both independent and assisted living options, providing a picturesque environment with beautiful outdoor spaces and a classic, home-like charm.
Alderman Oaks ensures an active lifestyle with a highly trained team of healthcare professionals offering personalized services. With a commitment to community outreach through special events and effective communication, this privately-owned residence embodies a premier atmosphere. Residents can choose from studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, experiencing the ideal blend of independence and assistance. From housekeeping to concierge health and wellness services, Alderman Oaks remains a sought-after choice for those seeking remarkable independent and assisted living homes in Sarasota.
Types of Care at Alderman Oaks
Independent Living
Assisted Living
35-bed community Rank #850 / 1065Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 850th out of 1065 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Florida SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score: 87 / 100 Rank #53 / 1486Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 53rd out of 1486 homes in Florida. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Florida SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusLicensed
IssuanceOctober 9, 2025
ExpirationOctober 8, 2027
CountySarasota
License Number8979
RCFE NumberAL8979
Alderman Oaks is legally operated by Alderman Oaks Retirement Center Inc., and administrated by Shirin Mccomb.
Profit StatusFor-Profit
Private
35 units
Total beds
35 units
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
English
Spanish
Respite Care
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
Specific ProgramsAssisted Downtown Living, Independent Downtown Living, Short-Term Transitional & Respite Stays, Short-Term Seasonal Stays, Special Programs, Concierge Health & Wellness Program
Food DescriptionResidents enjoy healthy and delicious meals.
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 2013 · 13 years of data
35 citations
25 inspections
3 fines
$3.4K fined
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-
0vs 3 avg↓ 100% fewer than FL avg
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3vs 5 avg↓ 40% fewer than FL avg
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$3.4kvs $11.6k↓ 71% lower than FL avg
Data reflects the most recent 13 years (since 2013).
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 2013 vs. Florida state average
Overall vs. FL average
3 Worse
Metrics worse than Florida average:
• Total citations (6% above)
• Citations per year (8% above)
• Citations per inspection (8% above) 3 Better Metrics better than Florida average:
• Total inspections (4% below)
• Inspections with citations (31% below)
• Inspection citation rate (29% below)
• Total citations (6% above)
• Citations per year (8% above)
• Citations per inspection (8% above) 3 Better Metrics better than Florida average:
• Total inspections (4% below)
• Inspections with citations (31% below)
• Inspection citation rate (29% below)
Latest Inspection
February 28, 2025
Other
Citations
| This Facility | FL Average | vs. FL Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 35 | 33 | This facility has 6% more total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (35 vs. FL avg 33).↑ 6% worse |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2013.
| 2.7 | 2.5 | This facility has 8% more citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (2.7 vs. FL avg 2.5).↑ 8% worse |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 1.4 | 1.3 | This facility has 8% more citations per inspection than a typical Florida assisted living residence (1.4 vs. FL avg 1.3).↑ 8% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | FL Average | vs. FL Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 25 | 26 | This facility has 4% fewer total inspections than a typical Florida assisted living residence (25 vs. FL avg 26).↓ 4% better |
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Inspections with citations
Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.
| 11 | 16 | This facility has 31% fewer inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (11 vs. FL avg 16).↓ 31% better |
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Inspection citation rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.
| 44% | 62% | This facility has 18 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (44% vs. FL avg 62%).↓ 18% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
Alderman Oaks Retirement Center Inc, located in Florida, underwent a recent inspection on February 28, 2025, which reported no deficiencies. Over the reporting period from March 11, 2013 to February 28, 2025, the facility was inspected a total of 25 times, with all inspections resulting in cited deficiencies. A total of 35 line-item deficiencies were identified across various inspection types, including standard, monitor, expansion, complaint, and unknown inspections. Common themes emerged during these inspections, focusing on building maintenance and physical plant, records and documentation, resident care and rights, dietary and food service, and emergency planning. The facility has demonstrated improvement in addressing cited deficiencies over time.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsWhat does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Fred Grady serves as the Administrator at Alderman Oaks, a privately-owned retirement residence located in the heart of Downtown Sarasota. He is part of a dedicated leadership team with extensive service experience, ensuring high-quality care and community engagement for residents.
Activities in this home
- Arts and Crafts
- Dancing
- Exercise Classes
- Games & Cards
- Gardening
- Music Programs
- Shopping
- Social Events & Outings
- Theater & Movies
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Alderman Oaks
Apartment Specifications
Download PDFHibiscus Floor Plan
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Download PDFCypress 3 Floor Plan
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Download PDFDogwood 2 Floor Plan
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1 mile from city center
— 0.47 miles to nearest hospital (Center of Revitalizing Psychiatry)
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Assisted Living in Florida
Alderman Oaks is located in Sarasota, Florida.
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RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Sarasota (Downtown) | 35 | Yes | 87 | Alderman Oaks Retirement Center Inc. | 25 | 44% | 35 | 1.4 | For-Profit | $3,400 | Shirin Mccomb | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ |
Frequently Asked Questions about Alderman Oaks
What neighborhood is Alderman Oaks in?
Alderman Oaks is in the Downtown neighborhood of Sarasota.
What languages are spoken at Alderman Oaks?
The team at Alderman Oaks speaks English and Spanish.
Who is the owner of Alderman Oaks?
The legal owner and operator of Alderman Oaks is Alderman Oaks Retirement Center Inc..
Is Alderman Oaks in a walkable area?
Alderman Oaks has a walk score of 87. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
What is the license number of Alderman Oaks?
According to FL state health department records, Alderman Oaks's license number is 8979.
When does Alderman Oaks's license expire?
According to FL state health department records, Alderman Oaks's license expires on October 8, 2027.
Does Alderman Oaks have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Alderman Oaks on this page.
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