Grand Villa of Sarasota
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Sarasota, FL

Grand Villa of Sarasota

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Sarasota, FL
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Grand Villa of Sarasota accepts Insurance and/or HMO, Medicaid, and Veteran Affairs Benefits.

Overview of Grand Villa of Sarasota

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.

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Types of Care at Grand Villa of Sarasota

Assisted Living Independent Living Memory Care
Bed community size
173-bed community Rank #95 / 1072Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 95th 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 large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 81 / 100 Rank #95 / 1485Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 95th 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.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusIn Review
IssuanceJanuary 23, 2026
ExpirationJanuary 31, 2026
CountySarasota
License Number8261

Ownership & Operating Entity

Grand Villa of Sarasota is legally operated by Gv Sarasota Llc, and administrated by Diane L Gelardi.

Management CompanyIND-ORMOND, INC.
Profit StatusFor-Profit

Type Of Units

Private
173 units
Total beds
173 units

Staffing

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

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Amenities & Lifestyle

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Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionFine Dining, housekeeping, and much more.

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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 2012 · 14 years of data 59 citations 38 inspections 6 fines $9.7K fined
Inspection Score Info 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.

Below the Florida average for assisted living residences.

Florida assisted living residences benchmark: C+ 77/100

Inspection score: 62 out of 100. Letter grade D-. Below the Florida average for assisted living residences.

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 2012 vs. Florida state average
Overall vs. FL average 6 Worse Metrics worse than Florida average:
• Total citations (79% above)
• Citations per year (75% above)
• Citations per inspection (23% above)
• Total inspections (46% above)
• Inspections with citations (63% above)
• Inspection citation rate (10% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection July 16, 2025 Complaint Investigation

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityFL Averagevs. FL Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 5933 This facility has 79% more total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (59 vs. FL avg 33).↑ 79% worse
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2012. 4.22.4 This facility has 75% more citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (4.2 vs. FL avg 2.4).↑ 75% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 1.61.3 This facility has 23% more citations per inspection than a typical Florida assisted living residence (1.6 vs. FL avg 1.3).↑ 23% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityFL Averagevs. FL Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 3826 This facility has 46% more total inspections than a typical Florida assisted living residence (38 vs. FL avg 26).↑ 46% worse
Inspections with citations Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation. 2616 This facility has 63% more inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (26 vs. FL avg 16).↑ 63% worse
Inspection citation rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation. 68%62% This facility has 6 percentage points higher inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (68% vs. FL avg 62%).↑ 6% worse

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

GRAND VILLA OF SARASOTA was inspected on 2025-07-16, with no deficiencies cited during this latest assessment. Over the reporting period from 2012-07-10 to 2025-07-16, a total of 37 inspections were conducted at the facility, with all but one resulting in deficiencies being identified. A total of 57 line-item deficiencies were noted across these inspections, which included complaints (23), standard surveys (11), and monitoring visits (3). Common themes emerged from these inspections, including concerns related to records and documentation, resident care and rights, dietary services, and emergency planning procedures. The facility has demonstrated improvement in addressing cited deficiencies, ultimately achieving a status of No Deficiencies at the time of its latest inspection.

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What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 220 / 425 / 640 / 1,080 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Grand Villa of Sarasota

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Address 0.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Sarasota's city center to Grand Villa of Sarasota's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.37 miles to nearest hospital (Center of Revitalizing Psychiatry)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Florida

Grand Villa of Sarasota is located in Sarasota, Florida.
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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).
FL

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
FL

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.
FL

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).
FL

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).
FL

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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Frequently Asked Questions about Grand Villa of Sarasota

What neighborhood is Grand Villa of Sarasota in?

Grand Villa of Sarasota is in the Downtown neighborhood of Sarasota.

What languages are spoken at Grand Villa of Sarasota?

The team at Grand Villa of Sarasota speaks English.

Who is the owner of Grand Villa of Sarasota?

The legal owner and operator of Grand Villa of Sarasota is Gv Sarasota Llc.

Is Grand Villa of Sarasota in a walkable area?

Grand Villa of Sarasota has a walk score of 81. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of Grand Villa of Sarasota?

According to FL state health department records, Grand Villa of Sarasota's license number is 8261.

When does Grand Villa of Sarasota's license expire?

According to FL state health department records, Grand Villa of Sarasota's license expires on January 31, 2026.

What payment types does Grand Villa of Sarasota accept?

Grand Villa of Sarasota accepts Insurance and/or HMO, Medicaid, Other, and VA.

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