Brookdale Deer Creek Sarasota

Overview of Brookdale Deer Creek Sarasota

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.

(941) 927-7600

Types of Care at Brookdale Deer Creek Sarasota

Memory Care

38-bed community

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

Walk Score: 16 / 100

Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)

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About this community

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility

StatusIn Review

IssuanceFebruary 26, 2024

ExpirationFebruary 25, 2026

CountySarasota

License Number8556

Brookdale Deer Creek Sarasota is legally operated by Brookdale Senior Living Communities, Inc., and administrated by Charity Elizabeth Wilson.

Profit StatusFor-Profit

Wheelchair Accessible

Secured Perimeter

Emergency SystemsYes

Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System, Keypad Entry in Secured Memory Care Units.

Staffing

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

English Spanish

Respite Care

Short-Term Rehab

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

24-Hour Staffing

Library

Concierge Service

Beauty/Barber Shop

Courtyard And Garden

Private Dining Room

Walking Paths

Landscaped Grounds

Meeting Rooms

Piano

ActivitiesWith a wide variety of fun-filled events and activities, enjoyment is near you.

Specific ProgramsContinuing Care Retirement Communities, At Home Care.

Volunteer ProgramsYes

Operating HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm CT / Sat: 9am - 5:30pm CT

Starting Price$3,915 per month

Food DescriptionDining brings more than nourishment—it creates a sense of comfort, belonging and ease. In Clare Bridge, shared meals help spark connection, encourage conversation and add a gentle rhythm to the day.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 50 citations 35 inspections 5 fines $18.1K 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

Legal actions Enforcement actions taken against this facility.
0
vs 3 avg
↓ 100% fewer than FL avg
Fines Total number of fines issued.
5
vs 5 avg
— At FL avg
Total amount fined Total dollar amount of fines issued.
$18.1k
vs $11.6k
↑ 56% higher than FL avg

Data reflects the most recent 5 years (since 2021).

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 2021 vs. Florida state average

Overall vs. FL average

Latest Inspection April 10, 2025 Standard

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.	50	33	This facility has 52% more total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (50 vs. FL avg 33).↑ 52% worse
Citations per year Average citations per year since 2021.	10	6.6	This facility has 52% more citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (10 vs. FL avg 6.6).↑ 52% worse
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 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.	35	26	This facility has 35% more total inspections than a typical Florida assisted living residence (35 vs. FL avg 26).↑ 35% worse
Inspections with citations Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.	23	16	This facility has 44% more inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (23 vs. FL avg 16).↑ 44% worse
Inspection citation rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.	66%	62%	This facility has 4 percentage points higher inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (66% vs. FL avg 62%).↑ 4% worse

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

BROOKDALE DEER CREEK SARASOTA was inspected on 2025-04-10, with no deficiencies cited in its latest assessment. Over the reporting period from 2012-10-01 to 2025-04-10, a total of 34 inspections were conducted at the facility. Of these, all 34 inspections reported deficiencies, resulting in a total of 49 line items identified for improvement. Common themes among the deficiencies included building maintenance and physical plant issues, as well as concerns related to records and documentation, resident care and rights, and emergency planning procedures. The facility has demonstrated an ability to address cited deficiencies, with evidence indicating that corrections have been implemented to meet regulatory standards.

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What does this home offer?

Housing Options: Private Suite / Semi-private Suite

Building Type: Single-story

Fitness and Recreation

Activities in this home

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

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brookdale Deer Creek Sarasota

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9.4 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Sarasota's city center to Brookdale Deer Creek Sarasota's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 5.08 miles to nearest hospital (Sarasota VA Clinic)

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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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