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Reviews of Bay Village of Sarasota are sharply divided: several visitors and social-media posts praise the beautiful waterfront setting, warm activities staff, and clean, welcoming environment, while at least two reviewers raise serious concerns about clinical care quality, particularly around nursing knowledge and follow-through on medical orders. Overall Google rating sits at 4.1 from 58 reviews, reflecting this mix of glowing praise and pointed criticism.
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Bay Village of Sarasota is a senior living community in Sarasota, Florida offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Professional Chef, Restaurant style Dining Room and Outdoor Patio. Families rate it 4.1 out of 5 across 58 reviews.
Bay Village of Sarasota is a Life Plan Community in Sarasota, Florida, offering a continuum of care for older adults seeking an enriched living experience. The community is a nonprofit, accredited organization that emphasizes connection, lifelong learning, and authentic community engagement.
The community features diverse dining options, including "Port of Call Dining" for international cuisines and "Marker 48 Grill" for lighter fare and grab-and-go meals, along with vegetarian options. A modernized wellness center spans 10,488 square feet and includes a salon, spa terrace, changing rooms, a fitness studio, and separate cardio and strength training facilities to serve residents' health and wellness needs.
Bay Village offers extensive amenities and programs designed to foster connection and enrichment. The library, managed by resident volunteers, contains over 6,000 regular and large print books. A state-of-the-art theatre features surround sound, acoustic panels, and theatre-style seating. The Palm Event Center hosts special programs, activities, and events for both large gatherings and intimate occasions, while gathering spaces throughout the community provide cozy environments with updated décor, flooring, and paint.
The community emphasizes intellectual engagement and social connection through educational events, lectures, Great Courses series, and book discussions. Residents note the vibrant cultural and intellectual environment that Sarasota offers, with Bay Village positioning itself as a hub for intellectually curious individuals. A gift shop and country store provides convenience items including candy, stationery, small gifts, and cold drinks.
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Help Me Choose4.1overall · 58 ratings combined
4.1★ on Google (58)
Ally M.
May 2026
“Don’t fall for the Hotel-Like” atmosphere. As soon as you need medical care; run for the hills! One million dollars btw ! 🫣 I’ve had friends who could not wait to leave! Oh, lastly, all the monies go to “curb appeal” … not the wellbeing of residents. Shameful.
JENNIFER CURRIER
Apr 2026
The director of nursing none of the other nurses are knowledgeable about supeapubic catheters! The staff was rude! My clients needs were not being met. I have never seen so many clueless nurses in my almost 30 years of being a Cna. I knew more than them. Also they did not listen to anything I told them about her medication and her regimen. Getting orders changed was impossible. I signed her out Monday she got her there on Thursday evening. Visit your loved ones advocate for them. My client had 24/7 care while she was there because we couldn’t trust the staff to do their part. Also they charted she was showered and she absolutely was not.
Agnes Agborsangaya
Mar 2026
This place is amazing. The staff and patients are great.
Carlos Smith
Nov 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A Truly Beautiful Place — Full of Heart and Compassion For anyone who can’t personally care for their loved ones anymore, I want you to know there are still places where love and compassion shine — and Bay Village of Sarasota is one of them. I had the honor of visiting today with my emotional support goat, Billy, and it was one of the most heartwarming experiences I’ve ever had. The residents were full of joy, laughter, and curiosity — most thought Billy was a dog at first and did a triple blink when they realized he was actually a goat! It was priceless. What made the day even more special was Virginia Johnson, the Activities Coordinator. She literally went door to door, gently knocking and saying, “Hey, you’ve got a visitor today — Billy the Goat!” The way she encouraged everyone to join in and made each person feel included was beautiful. You can tell she truly loves her residents and cares for them like family. The building was spotless, every room looked amazing, and every staff member I met — from the nurses to the CNAs and front desk — was welcoming, kind, and professional. If you’re ever faced with the hard decision of finding a place for your parents or loved ones, I would highly recommend Bay Village. After what I saw today, I would even be happy to be somewhere like this myself one day. It’s not just a senior community — it’s a home filled with heart, laughter, and real human connection. ❤️
Naomi Sprung
Jan 2024
Serenity and Beauty. The water is calm and mesmerising with beautiful vistas wherever you look. Gorgeous sky meeting water and huge birds swooping and diving into the water. The water looks magical and it is so peaceful and inviting. Beauty and peace.
3 inspection visits in the last three years, 28 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 18, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 18, 2024
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 18, 2024
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 18, 2024
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 18, 2024
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 18, 2024
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 23, 2022
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 23, 2022
Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 23, 2022
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 22, 2022
Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 23, 2022
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 23, 2022
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 23, 2022
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 23, 2022
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 23, 2022
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 23, 2022
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 17, 2021
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 17, 2021
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 17, 2021
Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 17, 2021
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 17, 2021
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 17, 2021
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 17, 2021
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 17, 2021
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 17, 2021
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 17, 2021
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 17, 2021
Install proper backup exit lighting.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 17, 2021
Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.
Bay Village of Sarasota offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Bay Village of Sarasota is located at 8400 Vamo Road in Sarasota, Florida.
Reviews of Bay Village of Sarasota are sharply divided: several visitors and social-media posts praise the beautiful waterfront setting, warm activities staff, and clean, welcoming environment, while at least two reviewers raise serious concerns about clinical care quality, particularly around nursing knowledge and follow-through on medical orders. Overall Google rating sits at 4.1 from 58 reviews, reflecting this mix of glowing praise and pointed criticism.
Bay Village of Sarasota had 3 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 28 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.
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