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81 Oaks Senior Living

7850 Hawkins Rd

4.8(46 ratings)· Sarasota average: 4.3

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Quick Facts

Total units
125
Licensed capacity
125 residents

Florida AHCA

Ownership
Family-owned and operated, not corporate-managed
Community setting
Part of a master-planned community with school, church, park
Dining hours
Dining room open from 7am to 7pm daily
Short-term stays
Respite stays available in memory care

What Families Think

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Families overwhelmingly describe 81 Oaks as a beautiful, welcoming community with friendly staff, good food, and a lively activity calendar. Reviewers frequently mention the family ownership and hands-on leadership as a distinguishing feature. However, one detailed report raised serious concerns about staffing levels and sanitary conditions in the memory care unit, and another noted unresponsive staff.

What reviewers praise

  • Friendly, warm staff repeatedly praised by reviewers
  • Delicious, well-regarded dining experience
  • Beautiful, spa-like physical environment
  • Full calendar of activities and social events
  • Family-owned with hands-on ownership involvement
  • Positive respite stay experience in memory care

What reviewers flag

  • One serious report of understaffing and unsanitary conditions in memory care
  • One report of unresponsive staff

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

81 Oaks Senior Living is a senior living community in Sarasota, Florida offering Assisted Living, Memory Care and Independent Living. Amenities include Guest Meals, Restaurant style Dining Room and Outdoor Patio. Families rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 46 reviews.

About 81 Oaks Senior Living

81 Oaks Senior Living in Sarasota, Florida offers assisted living, memory care, and independent living options within a larger intergenerational master-planned community that includes a charter school, church, auditorium, basketball court, and park.

The assisted living neighborhood is designed to support residents' independence while providing personalized care tailored to individual lifestyles. The memory care neighborhood serves those living with Alzheimer's or dementia, emphasizing dignity, safety, and purposeful engagement in a secure, thoughtfully designed environment.

Residents choose from studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans. The community features seasonally inspired dining with locally sourced ingredients, on-site salon services including hairstyling, manicures, and massages, an art studio, walking paths and garden courtyards, a private dining space for family gatherings, and an on-site movie theater.

A full calendar of programs includes social events, classes such as smartphone instruction and exercise, stretching, and movie nights. Additional amenities and activities are designed to foster connection and engagement.

81 Oaks is family-owned and operated, founded by Larry Baucom, an educator and community leader. Leadership is directly involved in daily operations, emphasizing personalized attention to residents and families rather than corporate management.

Types of Care at 81 Oaks Senior Living

Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Emergency Call System
  • Multiple Floor Plans
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
  • Guest Meals
  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)
  • Outdoor Patio
  • Salon / Barber
  • Transportation Services
  • Walking Paths

Activities

  • Arts and Crafts
  • Birthday / Holiday Parties
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Live Performances
  • Religious Services
  • Social Activities

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Reviews of 81 Oaks Senior Living

4.8overall · 46 ratings combined

4.8★ on Google (46)

Benjamin Moricz

Aug 2026

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Moved my dad in over the last week and couldn’t be happier. He’s genuinely thriving there. The team and directors bring you peace with your decision before the move in and then the emotional hand holding and guidance during the move is even better still. I highly recommend using their service to furnish and decorate the room for you for a monthly fee. It made a stressful time SO much easier and seamless. I leave my visits with dad feeling great about my choice and his well being. The food is really good as well. Would definitely recommend 81 Oaks to any one struggling with this choice.

kim barr

Jun 2026

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What a beautiful community. I have spent most of my career working in Independent, Assisted and Memory Care facilities. 81 Oaks is by far one of best I have seen. From the moment you walk inside you are greeted by attentive, smiling staff. The thoughtful design of the community is exceptional.

Matthew Petronio

Apr 2026

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Amazing Place and Amazing People!<br><br>My brother lived here for over a year and we feel blessed to have found 81 Oaks. The exceptional facilities and amenities are only surpassed by the quality of the leadership team and staff.<br><br>From the top all the way to the cleaning crew, the 81 Oaks team is focused on the comfort and care of the residents. There are always fun activities going on and residents can be as involved as they like.<br><br>From a fully equipped gym, movie theater, computer room, and game room to a very comfortable dining area, it was all designed to provide the best possible experience for the residents.<br><br>You will not find a better place for a loved one to maintain their independence and quality of life.

Matthew Petronio

Apr 2026

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Amazing Place and Amazing People! My brother lived here for over a year and we feel blessed to have found 81 Oaks. The exceptional facilities and amenities are only surpassed by the quality of the leadership team and staff. From the top all the way to the cleaning crew, the 81 Oaks team is focused on the comfort and care of the residents. There are always fun activities going on and residents can be as involved as they like. From a fully equipped gym, movie theater, computer room, and game room to a very comfortable dining area, it was all designed to provide the best possible experience for the residents. You will not find a better place for a loved one to maintain their independence and quality of life.

Elaine Sager

Apr 2026

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All of the people at 81 Oaks are wonderful. It’s a pleasure to live with them. I enjoy the owner, the administration, the nurses, the caretakers, med techs, housekeeping,, maintenance, servers, and kitchen help. The concierges are also fabulous. The facility is clean and a nice place to live. There are fun activities run by fun people to keep us going. The dining room is open from 7:00am until 7:00 pm for ease of making dining plans.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does 81 Oaks Senior Living offer?

81 Oaks Senior Living offers Assisted Living, Independent Living and Memory Care.

How much does 81 Oaks Senior Living cost?

81 Oaks Senior Living has not published its pricing. For context, communities in Sarasota that publish rates start around $5,200 per month at the median. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment selection, so contact the community for a quote.

Where is 81 Oaks Senior Living located?

81 Oaks Senior Living is located at 7850 Hawkins Rd in Sarasota, Florida.

What do families say about 81 Oaks Senior Living?

81 Oaks Senior Living carries a 4.8 out of 5 rating from 46 Google reviews. Families overwhelmingly describe 81 Oaks as a beautiful, welcoming community with friendly staff, good food, and a lively activity calendar. Reviewers frequently mention the family ownership and hands-on leadership as a distinguishing feature. Reviews on MyLivingChoice come from families who confirmed a connection to the community and appear with the reviewer's first name and last initial.

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