Heron Club at Prestancia
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Sarasota, FL
Heron Club at Prestancia
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Sarasota, FL
Heron Club at Prestancia accepts Insurance and/or HMO and Medicaid.
Located in beautiful Sarasota, Florida, Heron Club at Prestancia offers upscale assisted living with memory care services, designed to promote resident well-being. This community provides personalized care plans and is equipped with a skilled team committed to resident comfort and support. Delicious meals prepared by chefs using fresh, local ingredients are served restaurant-style, fostering a sense of community and health from the inside out.
An active lifestyle is a cornerstone of Heron Club’s philosophy. Residents can participate in a variety of activities and events designed to keep minds and bodies stimulated, from creative workshops and fitness classes to social gatherings and outdoor excursions. The on-site staff also offers healthcare services and wellness programs like massage therapy to promote overall well-being. With a focus on personalized care, engaging activities, and a dedicated staff, Heron Club at Prestancia is an ideal place for those searching for a supportive and enriching living environment for their next chapter of life.
100-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 45 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusProvisional
IssuanceJanuary 21, 2026
ExpirationJuly 20, 2026
CountySarasota
License Number10107
Heron Club at Prestancia is legally operated by Sh Heron Club Llc, and administrated by Aymee Lee Thomas.
Profit StatusFor-Profit
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Creole
English
French
Portuguese
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Food DescriptionRestaurant-style dining is offered.
Activities in this home
- Arts and Crafts
- Dancing
- Exercise Classes
- Games & Cards
- Gardening
- Music Programs
- Shopping
- Social Events & Outings
- Theater & Movies
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 55 Years Old
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Suite
Building Type: Medium-rise building
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Heron Club at Prestancia
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Type of Rooms Available
Suite
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 2022 · 4 years of data
84 citations
50 inspections
9 fines
$6.8K 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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9vs 5 avg↑ 80% higher than FL avg
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$6.8kvs $11.6k↓ 42% lower than FL avg
Data reflects the most recent 4 years (since 2022).
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 2022 vs. Florida state average
Overall vs. FL average
6 Worse
Metrics worse than Florida average:
• Total citations (155% above)
• Citations per year (153% above)
• Citations per inspection (31% above)
• Total inspections (92% above)
• Inspections with citations (138% above)
• Inspection citation rate (23% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
• Total citations (155% above)
• Citations per year (153% above)
• Citations per inspection (31% above)
• Total inspections (92% above)
• Inspections with citations (138% above)
• Inspection citation rate (23% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection
September 16, 2025
Complaint Investigation
Citations
Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.
| Metric | This Facility | FL Average | vs. FL Avg |
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 84 | 33 | This facility has 155% more total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (84 vs. FL avg 33). Click this badge to view the full Florida ranking.↑ 155% worse |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2022.
| 21 | 8.3 | This facility has 153% more citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (21 vs. FL avg 8.3). Click this badge to view the full Florida ranking.↑ 153% worse |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 1.7 | 1.3 | This facility has 31% more citations per inspection than a typical Florida assisted living residence (1.7 vs. FL avg 1.3). Click this badge to view the full Florida ranking.↑ 31% worse |
Inspections
State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.
| Metric | This Facility | FL Average | vs. FL Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 50 | 26 | This facility has 92% more total inspections than a typical Florida assisted living residence (50 vs. FL avg 26). Click this badge to view the full Florida ranking.↑ 92% worse |
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Inspections with citations
Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.
| 38 | 16 | This facility has 138% more inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (38 vs. FL avg 16). Click this badge to view the full Florida ranking.↑ 138% worse |
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Inspection citation rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.
| 76% | 62% | This facility has 14 percentage points higher inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (76% vs. FL avg 62%). Click this badge to view the full Florida ranking.↑ 14% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The Heron Club at Prestancia The has undergone 49 inspections between November 2, 2012, and September 16, 2025, with all but one resulting in deficiencies being cited. The latest inspection on July 24, 2025, also reported deficiencies. A total of 74 line items were identified as deficient across these inspections, which included complaints, standard surveys, monitoring visits, changes in ownership, and other types. Common themes among the deficiencies related to building maintenance, record-keeping, resident care, and emergency preparedness. The facility has demonstrated improvement by correcting previously cited deficiencies, indicating a commitment to addressing areas for enhancement.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Florida
Heron Club at Prestancia is located in Sarasota, Florida.
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8.6 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Sarasota's city center to Heron Club at Prestancia's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 4.71 miles to nearest hospital (Sarasota VA Clinic)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Heron Club at Prestancia
What neighborhood is Heron Club at Prestancia in?
Heron Club at Prestancia is in the Gulf Gate Estates neighborhood of Sarasota.
What languages are spoken at Heron Club at Prestancia?
The team at Heron Club at Prestancia speaks Creole, English, French, and Portuguese.
Who is the owner of Heron Club at Prestancia?
The legal owner and operator of Heron Club at Prestancia is Sh Heron Club Llc.
Is Heron Club at Prestancia in a walkable area?
Heron Club at Prestancia has a walk score of 45. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of Heron Club at Prestancia?
According to FL state health department records, Heron Club at Prestancia's license number is 10107.
When does Heron Club at Prestancia's license expire?
According to FL state health department records, Heron Club at Prestancia's license expires on July 20, 2026.
What payment types does Heron Club at Prestancia accept?
Heron Club at Prestancia accepts Insurance and/or HMO, Medicaid, and Other.
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