Best Skilled Nursing in Sarasota, Florida
26 communities found
Sarasota offers 29 skilled nursing communities, with 28 carrying a rating and an average of 4.1 out of 5. Among the 23 communities with Medicare star data, the average is 3.1 stars, with 7 rated five stars and 5 rated one star. Of the 23 communities with known size, 18 are large and 5 are mid-sized.
- 26communities
- 4average rating, 25 rated
- 2,282family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
Senior Living Selections
Sarasota, Florida
5(25)
Assisted LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Grand Villa of Sarasota
Sarasota, Florida
4.8(136)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Sapphire Shores Health and Rehabilitation Center
Sarasota, Florida
4.6(137)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Life Care Center Of Sarasota
Sarasota, Florida
4.5(492)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Sunnyside Village
Sarasota, Florida
4.4(43)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Vivo Healthcare Meadows
Sarasota, Florida
4.4(35)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
The Springs at Lake Pointe Woods
Sarasota, Florida
4.3(87)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Hawthorne Center for Rehabilitation and Healing of Sarasota
Sarasota, Florida
4.3(77)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Liana of Sarasota | Purpose-Built Memory Care in Sarasota
Sarasota, Florida
4.3(15)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
Sarasota Memorial Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Sarasota, Florida
4.2(89)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Plymouth Harbor on Sarasota Bay
Sarasota, Florida
4.1(21)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Bay Village of Sarasota
Sarasota, Florida
4.1(58)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated skilled nursing in Sarasota
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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5 (25 reviews)· Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Senior Living Selections holds a 5 out of 5 rating from 25 Google reviews, though specific comments and amenities were not detailed.
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4.8 (136 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Grand Villa of Sarasota holds a 4.8 out of 5 rating from 131 Google reviews, suggesting families are generally pleased with their experience.
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Sapphire Shores Health and Rehabilitation Center
4.6 (137 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 120 units
Reviews of Sapphire Shores are sharply divided, with some families praising attentive rehab therapy while others report serious lapses in care and safety.
- 4
4.5 (492 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 120 units
Families describe Life Care Center of Sarasota as clean and well staffed, with strong rehabilitation outcomes and staff going the extra mile.
- 5
4.4 (43 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 60 units
Sunnyside Village earns praise for attentive nursing and CNA staff, effective physical therapy, and a compassionate, Christian-rooted culture.
- 6
4.4 (35 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 120 units
Vivo Healthcare Meadows receives mostly positive feedback about staff warmth and cleanliness, though a minority describe serious lapses in care coordination.
- 7
The Springs at Lake Pointe Woods
4.3 (87 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 101 units
Most families praise caring, consistent staff and effective physical therapy at The Springs, though some report serious lapses in communication and coordination.
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Hawthorne Center for Rehabilitation and Healing of Sarasota
4.3 (77 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 120 units
Hawthorne Center is generally described as clean with attentive day staff, though complaints point to inconsistency depending on shift and day.
- 9
Liana of Sarasota | Purpose-Built Memory Care in Sarasota
4.3 (15 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
- 10
Sarasota Memorial Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
4.2 (89 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 120 units
Families describe Sarasota Memorial Nursing & Rehabilitation Center as a skilled nursing and rehab facility where most reviewers praised attentive nursing, CNA, and therapy staff, especially for short-term rehab stays.…
What families say about skilled nursing in Sarasota
Counted across the review summaries of 26 Sarasota communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often praise caring, attentive staff, noted in 76% of the 29 communities, and medical and nursing care, noted in 62%. Building and grounds draw praise in 55% of communities and cleanliness in 45%, while communication with families is praised in 28% but shows up as a concern in 62%. Cost and billing come up as a concern in 48% of communities, staff attitude in 41%, and medical and nursing care in 31%.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 85%
- Medical and nursing care 69%
- Building and grounds 62%
- Cleanliness 50%
- Communication with families 31%
Concerns raised
- Communication with families 58%
- Staff attitude 46%
- Cost and billing 42%
- Medical and nursing care 35%
“Very impressed with Grand Villa. My wife and I have visited many Senior Living communities through the years, both for family needs and to visit friends. Our family friends, who are residents, have been very happy and we continue to be impressed by the staff and amenities of Grand Villa each time we visit.”
“I want to thank everyone at Vivo for taking in my brother in after a major stroke. The compassion and care was extraordinary. The facility was clean and run well. The staff was awesome. Thank you for everything.”
“Sarah Mosier<br><br>Sarah Mosier was a valuable part of our decision process. She understood quickly what our family is all about.<br><br>She was available as our need became available. She answered all of my questions”
Skilled Nursing in Sarasota: the figures
- •Of the 23 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 5 have 11 to 60, and 18 have more than 60.
- •23 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 3.1 out of 5: 12 rated four stars or better, 6 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: medication management (25), emergency call system (25), 24-hour staff (25), housekeeping (25), wheelchair accessible (25), on-site nurse (rn) (25).
How families pay for skilled nursing in Florida
In Florida, as elsewhere, most families start by paying privately for assisted living, memory care or independent living, often drawing on savings, retirement income and, in many cases, the proceeds from selling a home. Long-term care insurance, when a parent or spouse purchased a policy years earlier, can also help cover these costs, though the specifics of what's covered vary by policy. Veterans and surviving spouses who meet eligibility requirements may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that can be applied toward the cost of care.
The full picture for the state: Skilled Nursing in Florida.
Skilled Nursing near Sarasota
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bradenton11.8 mi | 49 | 4.3 / 5 | 11.8 mi |
| Venice16.9 mi | 28 | 4.4 / 5 | 16.9 mi |
| North Port24.8 mi | 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 24.8 mi |
| Englewood27.3 mi | 5 | 4.2 / 5 | 27.3 mi |
| Sun City Center28.8 mi | 21 | 4.4 / 5 | 28.8 mi |
| Port Charlotte32 mi | 16 | 4.1 / 5 | 32 mi |
| St. Petersburg32.6 mi | 37 | 4.4 / 5 | 32.6 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 22, 2026 from the 26 communities listed in Sarasota, 2,282 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 25, 2026.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Sarasota ask about.
- Home Care in Florida: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- What to Expect from Daily Life in a Skilled Nursing Home?
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Skilled Nursing in Sarasota: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Sarasota, Florida?
MyLivingChoice lists 26 skilled nursing long term care communities in Sarasota, Florida, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Sarasota are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Senior Living Selections (5★, 25 ratings), Grand Villa of Sarasota (4.8★, 136 ratings), Sapphire Shores Health and Rehabilitation Center (4.6★, 137 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Sarasota?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Sarasota has assisted living (35 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (26 communities), at-home care (19 communities), independent living (15 communities), memory care (15 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Sarasota?
Families rate Sarasota skilled nursing long term care communities 4 out of 5 on average, across 2,282 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Sarasota skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 26 Sarasota communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 85%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 69%), building and grounds (mentioned for 62%). The most common concerns are communication with families (58%), staff attitude (46%), cost and billing (42%).
Are there small skilled nursing long term care homes in Sarasota?
Of the 23 Sarasota communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 5 have 11 to 60, and 18 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Sarasota nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
23 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Sarasota carry an overall star rating, averaging 3.1 out of 5. 12 are rated four stars or better and 6 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.
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