Heron House

Heron House is an Assisted Living Home in Florida

Heron House is an Assisted Living Home in Florida

Heron House

3221 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota, FL 34237 View Map

Heron House is an Assisted Living Home in Florida

Heron House is an Assisted Living Home in Florida

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Overview of Heron House

Heron House, located in coastal Sarasota, FL, offers premier assisted living and memory care services through holistic wellness and access to the latest health information and programs. This focus on well-being extends to residents with memory care needs, who benefit from specialized programs and a secure environment. An active lifestyle is a cornerstone of Heron House’s philosophy.

A variety of activities and amenities keep residents engaged, from social gatherings and walking clubs to creative workshops and game nights. The staff is available 24/7 to provide assistance and ensure residents feel secure. At Heron House, the community is equipped with a dedicated staff committed to ensuring resident comfort and support. Heron House provides personalized care plans executed by a compassionate care team to ensure resident comfort and support.

Home Information Heron House

Inspection Report Summary for Heron House

Heron House underwent its most recent inspection on June 24, 2025, which reported a status of Deficiencies Corrected. During the reporting period from July 19, 2012 to September 3, 2025, the facility was inspected a total of 40 times, with all inspections resulting in deficiencies cited. A total of 56 line items were identified as deficient across these inspections. Common themes emerged during this period, including building maintenance and physical plant concerns, issues related to records and documentation, resident care and rights, dietary and food service problems, and emergency planning weaknesses. The facility has demonstrated improvement by addressing the noted deficiencies and achieving a corrected status in its latest inspection.

Bed Count
Bed Count (Facility Capacity) Info This is the number of people who can stay here (Facility Capacity).
95
BBB Rating
BBB Rating
Rated A+

Community Stability & Environment

  • Licensed Since Info Date when the facility's license was first issued by the state. November 12, 2023
    Long operating history
    Operating for many years compared to similar facilities statewide often reflects stability and experience in regulated care.
  • Walk Score Info Walk Score in senior living communities measures how easy it is for residents to access essential services and amenities—like grocery stores, parks, pharmacies, and transit—without needing a car. 45
    Car-Dependent
    Most errands require a car. Limited nearby destinations. Basic sidewalks but low connectivity. Residents likely drive for groceries, dining, and services.

Safety, Compliance & Inspections Overview

  • Citations Info Number of deficiencies or violations identified during inspections conducted by Florida regulators. 56 citations
    Above state average
    Citations document regulatory violations. More than average suggests the facility had multiple areas needing correction.
  • BBB Accreditation Info Indicates whether the business meets BBB accreditation standards. Not Accredited
    No review yet
    Not accredited by the BBB, meaning its business practices have not been formally verified through BBB review.
  • Total Inspections Info Total number of state inspections conducted. 40 inspections
  • Inspections with Citations Info Number of inspections that resulted in citations. 29 inspections
  • Inspections without Citations Info Number of inspections with no citations issued. 11 inspections
  • Enforcement Actions Info Number of enforcement actions taken against this facility. 14 actions
    Enforcement on Record
  • Inspection Reports Info Opens the facility's official licensing and inspection record as maintained by the Florida transparency or regulatory portal. View Inspection Reports

Facility & Licensing Details

  • Business ID Info Internal identifier assigned to the licensed business operating in Florida. 6172084
  • County Info County in Florida where the facility is located. Sarasota
  • Facility Type Info Indicates the state-regulated license category used in Florida (e.g., Residential Care Facility for the Elderly). Assisted Living Facility
  • License Status Info Shows whether the facility is currently licensed, closed, or pending renewal in Florida. LICENSED
  • Licensee / Operator Info Entity or organization legally responsible for managing this facility under Florida regulations. SH HERON HOUSE LLC
  • Profit Status Info Indicates whether the facility operates as for-profit, non-profit, or government-owned. For-Profit
  • License Number Info State-issued license number for this facility. 9345
  • License ID Info State licensing system identifier. 3776
  • License Expires Info Date when the current license expires and must be renewed. November 11, 2025
  • Administrator Info Name of the facility administrator. TARA TYC

What does this home offer?

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Minimum Age: 55 Years Old

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Building Type: Two-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

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Types of Care at Heron House

Assisted Living Memory Care

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Address 2.2 miles from city center

Address 3221 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota, FL 34237

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Comparison Chart

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Type of Care
Location
Bed Options
Bed #
Pets Allowed
BBB Score
Walk Score
Home Owner
CCN
Occupancy
Home Revenue
Brookdale Phillippi Creek
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

MC

Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Sarasota
N/A
127
Yes
A+
63
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Heron East
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Sarasota
N/A
112
No
B-
21
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Elancé at Sarasota
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

Sarasota
N/A
110
No
N/A
39
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Heron Club at Prestancia
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Sarasota
N/A
100
Yes
N/A
45
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Heron House
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Sarasota
N/A
95
No
A+
45
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A

Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for Florida Seniors

Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Long-Term Care Waiver
Florida Medicaid LTC Waiver
  • General: Age 65+ or 21+ disabled, 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 Specifics: High demand; waitlists common.
  • Services: In-home care (6-8 hours/day), assisted living, respite (240 hours/year), case management.
Community Care for the Elderly (CCE)
  • General: Age 60+, Florida resident, at risk of nursing home.
  • Income Limits: ~$2,000/month (varies).
  • Asset Limits: $5,000 (individual).
  • FL Specifics: Limited funding; regional variation.
  • Services: 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
Official government program page
  • General: Age 60+, 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 Specifics: Limited funding (~3,500 served annually); prioritizes low-income frail seniors.
  • Services: 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
  • General: Age 55+, 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 Specifics: Limited to specific counties (e.g., Hillsborough, Miami-Dade); ~10 sites statewide.
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, therapy.
Optional State Supplementation (OSS)
Florida Optional State Supplementation
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Limited to specific facility types; ~$78.40/month max supplement.
  • Services: Cash payment (~$78.40/month) for room/board or personal needs in facilities.
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Florida SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)
Official government program page
  • General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Florida resident.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL, individual).
  • Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
  • FL Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; ~1,000 slots/year.
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.

Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Florida Seniors

Florida Medicaid LTC Waiver

Long-Term Care Waiver

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or 21+ disabled, 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 Specifics:
    High demand; waitlists common.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: In-home care (6-8 hours/day), assisted living, respite (240 hours/year), case management.
Florida CCE

Community Care for the Elderly (CCE)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 60+, Florida resident, at risk of nursing home.
  • Income Limits:
    ~$2,000/month (varies).
  • Asset Limits:
    $5,000 (individual).
  • FL Specifics:
    Limited funding; regional variation.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week), adult day care (~$60/day), respite (up to 10 days/year).
Florida Home Care for the Elderly

Home Care for the Elderly (HCE)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 60+, 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 Specifics:
    Limited funding (~3,500 served annually); prioritizes low-income frail seniors.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Basic subsidy (~$160/month) for housing/medical costs; special subsidies for supplies/services (e.g., incontinence supplies, ~$50-$200/month).
Florida Medicaid PACE

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 55+, 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 Specifics:
    Limited to specific counties (e.g., Hillsborough, Miami-Dade); ~10 sites statewide.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, therapy.
Florida Optional State Supplementation

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:
    Limited to specific facility types; ~$78.40/month max supplement.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Cash payment (~$78.40/month) for room/board or personal needs in facilities.
Florida SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Florida resident.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$1,983/month (125% FPL, individual).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not specified; income-focused.
  • FL Specifics:
    Priority for veterans, rural residents; ~1,000 slots/year.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
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