Gardens of Venice
Assisted Living · Venice, FL
Gardens of Venice
Assisted Living · Venice, FL
Gardens of Venice accepts Insurance and/or HMO, Medicaid, and Veteran Affairs Benefits.
Gardens of Venice, situated amidst the picturesque landscapes of Venice, Florida, is a premier destination for seniors seeking a compassionate assisted living facility. With a commitment to excellence, Gardens provides residents with spacious living quarters, gourmet dining options, and a range of amenities designed to promote well-being and relaxation.
This assisted living home’s personalized care plans and dedicated staff ensure that each resident receives the assistance they need while maintaining their dignity and independence. Engaging activities and social events create a vibrant sense of community within the home, where residents can thrive and flourish in their golden years.
Types of Care at Gardens of Venice
Assisted Living
50-bed community Rank #769 / 1072Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 769th out of 1072 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: 36 / 100 Rank #816 / 1485Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 816th out of 1485 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusIn Review
IssuanceMarch 4, 2026
ExpirationJanuary 5, 2026
CountySarasota
License Number12423
Gardens of Venice is legally operated by North Port Retirement Center, Inc., and administrated by Venissa Driggers.
Profit StatusFor-Profit
Private
50 units
Total beds
50 units
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Creole
English
French
Other
Spanish
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
18 citations
23 inspections
2 fines
$4.9K fined
Inspection Score
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the Florida state average. See the assisted living residences benchmark below for the typical Florida score; higher is better.
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the Florida state average. See the assisted living residences benchmark below for the typical Florida score; higher is better.
Above the Florida average for assisted living residences.
Florida assisted living residences benchmark: C+ 77/100
Inspection score: 87 out of 100. Letter grade B+. Above the Florida average for assisted living residences.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-
2vs 5 avg↓ 60% fewer than FL avg
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$4.9kvs $11.6k↓ 58% 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
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
6 Better
Metrics better than Florida average:
• Total citations (45% below)
• Citations per year (44% below)
• Citations per inspection (38% below)
• Total inspections (12% below)
• Inspections with citations (38% below)
• Inspection citation rate (31% below)
• Total citations (45% below)
• Citations per year (44% below)
• Citations per inspection (38% below)
• Total inspections (12% below)
• Inspections with citations (38% below)
• Inspection citation rate (31% below)
Latest Inspection
April 23, 2025
Routine
Citations
| This Facility | FL Average | vs. FL Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 18 | 33 | This facility has 45% fewer total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (18 vs. FL avg 33).↓ 45% better |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2013.
| 1.4 | 2.5 | This facility has 44% fewer citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (1.4 vs. FL avg 2.5).↓ 44% better |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 0.8 | 1.3 | This facility has 38% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Florida assisted living residence (0.8 vs. FL avg 1.3).↓ 38% better |
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.
| 23 | 26 | This facility has 12% fewer total inspections than a typical Florida assisted living residence (23 vs. FL avg 26).↓ 12% better |
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Inspections with citations
Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.
| 10 | 16 | This facility has 38% fewer inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (10 vs. FL avg 16).↓ 38% better |
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Inspection citation rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.
| 43% | 62% | This facility has 19 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (43% vs. FL avg 62%).↓ 19% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The Gardens of Venice Retirement Residence underwent a recent inspection on April 23, 2025, which reported no deficiencies. Over the reporting period from October 2, 2013, to April 23, 2025, the facility has undergone a total of 23 inspections, with all but one resulting in cited deficiencies. A total of 18 line-item deficiencies were identified across these inspections, primarily related to resident care and rights. While some corrections were noted, the latest inspection indicates that the facility has made improvements, ultimately achieving a status of no deficiencies.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsWhat does this home offer?
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / Semi-Private Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Activities in this home
- Arts and Crafts
- Dancing
- Exercise Classes
- Games & Cards
- Music Programs
- Shopping
- Social Events & Outings
- Theater & Movies
Places of interest near Gardens of Venice
6.2 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Venice's city center to Gardens of Venice's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 2.62 miles to nearest hospital (AdventHealth Wound Care & Hyperbaric Medicine Venice, a hospital department of AdventHealth Port Charlotte)
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Gardens of Venice is located in Venice, Florida.
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| Village on the Isle |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Venice | 85 | No | 30 | Southwest Florida Retirement Center. Inc. | 20 | 60%
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| Gardens of Venice |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Venice (Venice Groves) | 50 | No | 36 | North Port Retirement Center, Inc. | 23 | 43.5%
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FL AVG
52.9%
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#274 / 918 | 18
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18
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#262 / 918 | 0.8
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gardens of Venice
What neighborhood is Gardens of Venice in?
Gardens of Venice is in the Venice Groves neighborhood of Venice.
What languages are spoken at Gardens of Venice?
The team at Gardens of Venice speaks Creole, English, French, Other, and Spanish.
Who is the owner of Gardens of Venice?
The legal owner and operator of Gardens of Venice is North Port Retirement Center, Inc..
Is Gardens of Venice in a walkable area?
Gardens of Venice has a walk score of 36. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of Gardens of Venice?
According to FL state health department records, Gardens of Venice's license number is 12423.
When does Gardens of Venice's license expire?
According to FL state health department records, Gardens of Venice's license expires on January 5, 2026.
What payment types does Gardens of Venice accept?
Gardens of Venice accepts Insurance and/or HMO, Medicaid, Other, and VA.
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