Gardens of Venice

Overview of Gardens of Venice

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.

(941) 497-0650

50-bed community

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

Walk Score: 36 / 100

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

Since 2013 · 13 years of data 18 citations 23 inspections 2 fines $4.9K fined

Inspection Score

8 points above the Florida average for assisted living residences (83/100)

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

Fines Total number of fines issued.
2
vs 5 avg
↓ 60% fewer than FL avg
Total amount fined Total dollar amount of fines issued.
$4.9k
vs $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

Latest Inspection April 23, 2025 Routine

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.	18	33	This facility has 45% fewer total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (18 vs. FL avg 33).↓ 45% better Rank #263 / 919 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 263rd out of 919 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's total citations compared to the Florida average among 919 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
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
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 Rank #26 / 919 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 26th out of 919 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's citations per inspection compared to the Florida average among 919 comparable communities in the ranking pool.

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.	23	26	This facility has 12% fewer total inspections than a typical Florida assisted living residence (23 vs. FL avg 26).↓ 12% better
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
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 Rank #275 / 919 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 275th out of 919 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's % of inspections with citations compared to the Florida average among 919 comparable communities in the ranking pool.

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

April 23, 2025 routine inspection found no deficiencies and no complaints were substantiated.
Past deficiencies involved medication assistance with self-administration and resident care supervision, with one background screening issue in 2016.
Deficiencies appeared intermittently from 2014 to 2022, mostly related to resident care and medication, showing recurring compliance challenges before recent clean inspections.

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What 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

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. — 3.77 miles to nearest hospital (SunState Medical Specialists - Radiation Oncology)

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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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The information below is reported by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA).


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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 Facility 50 FL AVG 89 Rank #769 / 1074	No	36 Facility 36 FL AVG 40 Rank #817 / 1486	North Port Retirement Center, Inc.	91 Facility 91 FL AVG 83 Rank #281 / 876	23	43.5% Facility 43.5% FL AVG 61.5% Rank #275 / 919	18 Facility 18 FL AVG 33 Rank #263 / 919	0.8 Facility 0.8 FL AVG 1.3 Rank #26 / 919	For-Profit	$4,875	Venissa Driggers	Studio / 1 Bed / Semi-Private Rooms	-
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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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