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Assisted living costs in Manatee County average about $3,917 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 530 communities in Manatee County. Our detailed directory has 8700 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Photo of Brookdale Deer Creek Sarasota
88 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.3
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33 reviews
9.3
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33 reviews
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[name removed] and the staff are very friendly and caring the community is so welcoming. The staff goes above and beyond to accommodate and is so helpful. They knew all my questions that I asked. I would...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Maintaining identity and a strong sense of self comes from living a life filled with meaning, purpose and contributions and having dementia shouldn’t change that. For those with Alzheimer’s disease or other types of dementia, our community, located on the sunny Gulf Coast in beautiful Sarasota,...
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Photo of South Port Square, a CCRC
1010 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
9.3
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115 reviews
9.3
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115 reviews
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Beautiful facility. Staff is friendly and willing to engage regarding the patient. Room sizes in memory care are spacious and activities are plentiful.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Upsize your possibilities and experiment with new hobbies, re-ignite your sense of purpose and enjoy new experiences and connections with interesting new friends. At our continuing care retirement community (CCRC), you’ll have independent living, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing...
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Photo of Aston Gardens at Pelican Pointe
1818 Photos available
9.3
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29 reviews
9.3
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29 reviews
5 star
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Our house cleaners do a poor job don't even move trash cans to clean. Housekeeping is MINIMAL. If clients expect apt to be cleaned, laugh. Facility is clean in public places. Staff and residents are...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
All Aston Gardens communities are ideally located in residential settings surrounded by lakes, gardens or golf courses. Lush landscaping, beautiful walking paths and gazebos are trademarks of an Aston Gardens community. A dedicated administrative staff, a first class concierge and a Director of...
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2222 Photos available
9.2
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38 reviews
9.2
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38 reviews
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Love the staff. Like the activities. Very happy with the food. Very nice neighbors. A few issues...electricity went out during storm. I would think the generators would Cover the rooms! Shower way too small!...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to Aviva, Sarasota's only senior living rental community offering all levels of care.The Aviva Experience is about maximizing your potential. Live life to the fullest in our warm, intellectually stimulating environment which attracts educated and curious individuals. It is the perfect...
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99 Photos available
9.2
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42 reviews
9.2
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42 reviews
5 star
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The facility is top notch. It is always clean. The staff is always smiling and treat my mom like family. Alot of them including the laundry staff check in and say hi to her before they leave for the day....
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
A custom approach to assisted living memory care guides the way of life at Seasons Belleair. This includes an exciting variety of amazing amenities with plenty to see, do and experience. At Seasons, your loved one can enjoy all the comforts of home while receiving attentive care from our...
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Photo of Hampton Manor of Punta Gorda
55 Photos available
9.2
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5 reviews
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So far my dealings with Hampton Manor Punta Gorda have been great. They've been very helpful. They're clean. They take care of my mother. The food that I have tasted, it has been very good and my mother...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Hampton Manor of Punta Gorda is a premier assisted living and memory care community. We are family-friendly with open common spaces, a theatre, a reservable dining area for parties, and various programs, events, perfect for entertaining family members.
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Photo of Volante of Dunedin
1616 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
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76 reviews
9.2
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The Lakes was great. My wife died on [date removed]. The staff was very caring. They had great activities. Lots of singing that my wife loved. Individual rooms were locked, not left open. Food was a good...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to The Lakes of Dunedin, our lovely assisted living community in charming Dunedin, Florida, located minutes from the Gulf of Mexico. We are a resort style community with fabulous features and amenities, designed to help our residents enjoy life to the fullest!
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Photo of Sarabella Senior Living
1212 Photos available
9.1
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23 reviews
9.1
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23 reviews
5 star
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There is staff turnover and management changes just like everywhere else but I find they are always working on improvements and they value feedback from families.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Sarabella is Sarasota's newest Assisted Living community. Our community is set in a beautifully landscaped convenient location, close to shopping, Doctors and the interstate. We offer park like grounds, with a spacious outdoor area over looking a pond with lots of wildlife. We are pet friendly...
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Photo of Brookdale Palmer Ranch
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.1
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29 reviews
9.1
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29 reviews
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Excellent staff very attentive and always looking out for your best interest. Good accommodations and meal choices are available. Rooms are always clean. Laundry services are also available. OT, PT and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
When you’re here, you’re home.Are you ready to redefine your independence with the care you need and the lifestyle you want? Our community is a Continuing Care Retirement Community or CCRC, which means you’ll have the lifestyle you want, plus care if you need it with Assisted Living, memory care...
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Photo of The Colonnade at Beckett Lake Clearwater
1616 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.1
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58 reviews
9.1
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58 reviews
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Employees at the Colonnade are caring and responsive to the residents' needs. Residents have the opportunity to move around the facility independently. There are activities for them to engage in during the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
When you’re here, you’re home.Are you looking for a senior living community where you can redefine your independence? At our community in Clearwater, Florida, you can do just that. You’ll have the care you need when you need it all on one campus with Assisted Living and Alzheimer’s and Dementia...
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Photo of Truewood by Merrill, Charlotte Center
1212 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.1
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107 reviews
9.1
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107 reviews
5 star
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We found that Truewood had that down home ,comfortable feeling with the neighborhood approach to transitioning into an ALF. Mom felt overwhelmed at first, at the prospect of moving into an assisted living...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Our community is designed to meet your individual needs and give you the freedom to be yourself. We offer the best in assisted living and memory care from a family-owned company that knows connection is everything.Residents of our assisted living and memory care community love our neighborhood...
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Photo of Discovery Commons South Biscayne
1313 Photos available
9.1
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57 reviews
9.1
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57 reviews
5 star
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Courteous helpful pleasant. Respectful & responsive staff. Amenities food wise delicious. Rooms are apartment size. Adequate for 2 people. Bathrooms set up for handicap (if needed).
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to Discovery Commons South Biscayne!Set within a picturesque Gulf Coast Florida landscape studded with palm trees, Discovery Commons South Biscayne offers one-of-a-kind Assisted Living, Memory Care, and short-term Respite Care in North Port, Florida. Generously sized private studio, one,...
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Photo of Heron House
1515 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.1
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53 reviews
9.1
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53 reviews
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They are very nice. I would like to make sure level of care is continuously reviewed. I don't want default to be the most expensive. I was scared of facilities that are Medicaid eligible but they are...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
About Heron HouseHeron House Senior Living Community is located in the heart of Sarasota, Florida. Our community is close to many award winning beaches like Siesta Key and located a stone's throw from trendy downtown Sarasota. Our residents also enjoy the variety of restaurants, art districts and...
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Photo of Park View Estate Of Brandon
7777 Photos available
9.0
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To all the staff at Parkview Estates in Brandon. I can’t express enough of the excellent care you provided to [name removed]. You went above all my expectations to meet his multiple needs. You provided me...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Park View Estate of Brandon is a handsome assisted living community in Brandon, Florida. It is within exciting Hillsborough County which is part of the Sunshine State.The aging individual transitions through an array of challenges and emotions as they strive to maintain their independence and...
Photo of Oak Manor Senior Living Community
1010 Photos available
9.0
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22 reviews
9.0
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22 reviews
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The staff was exceptional. Caring , attentive & respectful. They did everything to accommodate [name removed] & me. They were great with[name removed] .The food was great , she loved it. Her apartment was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Photo of Wentworth Central Avenue
99 Photos available
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9.0
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41 reviews
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41 reviews
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The aides are friendly and know the clients by name. They treat your family member like they are their family. I am only familiar with a one bedroom unit . The bedroom itself is huge, easily fitting a queen...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Situated near St. Pete Beach, Wentworth Central Ave is a quaint, suburban senior living community located near John’s Pass, The Pier of St. Pete and the Salvador Dali Museum as well as local hospitals including Palm’s of Pasadena, Bayfront Hospital, St. Anthony’s Hospital and Tampa General...
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Photo of Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Sarasota
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9.0
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20 reviews
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The admin staff is very helpful and responsive. Most admin staff and many Caretakers have been there for at least 2 years, which is unusual in the industry. Also unusual, residents have the same caretakers 5...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
For nearly 25 years, Arden Courts Memory Care has catered to the special needs of individuals with memory loss. Staffed by specially trained caregivers, Arden Courts cares for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Each community features home like common areas,...
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Photo of Twin Creeks Assisted Living and Memory Care
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23 reviews
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We chose Twin Creeks mostly because of how close they were to our house, wish they were even closer!! Staff seemed similar to other facilities!! Everyone was helpful and went out of their way to make him...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
An approach to Assisted Living and Memory Care in Riverview that keeps each resident’s specific andINDIVIDUAL NEEDS IN MIND.
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Photo of Mease Life
88 Photos available
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5/5 and their favorite thing of all is the location because the City of Dunedin allows golf carts. My parents kept their golf cart and drive it around locally. My stepdad actually took my mother to the ER at...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
If you’ve been searching for a Life Plan Community with everything you’d want for retirement in one location, we invite you to explore Mease Life – a Dunedin cornerstone care provider offering a full continuum of care services. From our spacious apartment homes with private balconies to an...
Photo of Truewood by Merrill, Port Charlotte
1010 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.0
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98 reviews
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98 reviews
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My mom really likes it there. The care staff and kitchen staff are friendly and efficient. They keep in touch if there is a fall or incident. The nurse does not appear to interact with individual residents....
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Our community is designed to meet your individual needs and give you the freedom to be yourself. We offer the best in independent senior living and assisted living from a family-owned company that knows connection is everything.
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Photo of Freedom Plaza, a CCRC
1313 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
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9.0
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The facility is always clean and staff are friendly. They are always keeping me well informed. They are so caring. They had a birthday party for my father each year with live music, cake and ice cream.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Freedom Plaza: Assisted Living in Sun City Center, FLSometimes all you need is a helping hand, and that’s just what you’ll get at Freedom Plaza Assisted Living and Memory Care, the community for premier assisted living in Sun City Center, FL. We’ll help with all the basic activities of daily...
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Photo of Hawthorne Inn of Lakeland
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My father needed assistance with showering, and attendant put wet clothes & towels in hamper. We felt it would have been better to allow them to dry on towel bar, or side of hamper. My mother would move them...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Photo of Aston Gardens at Sun City Center
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8.9
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21 reviews
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This place is remarkable. I don't know how they do it and suppose that I should blame it all on management! The staff and facility are outstanding! The dining experience is especially good, excellent food...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Aston Gardens at Sun City Center is an independent senior living community in the heart of Sun City Center, Florida, a premier retirement city. Aston Gardens at Sun City Center is within a three mile radius of five golf courses (it sits on one of them!), three grocery stores, two medical centers...
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Photo of Venice Palms Senior Living
2222 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.9
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83 reviews
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83 reviews
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Based on the experience we have had, they could improve on the overall communication. However, the staff was great. The administration was fair to poor, but we would recommend this community to other...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Our community is designed to meet your individual needs and give you the freedom to be yourself. We offer the best in assisted living and memory care from a family-owned company that knows connection is everything.
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Photo of Emerald Gardens
1111 Photos available
8.9
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8.9
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The staff and manager were so helpful, concerned, thoughtful, hard working. [name removed]was very accommodating to the changes going on with [name removed]. The location was 5 minutes from my house. It was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Who We Are...Emerald Garden is built a large home for you to be comfortable in a dignified loving home environment, without the chores.We believe it is the consistent quality of service and warmth that promises genuine care.The unique individual need and preferences of each resident and their...
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Cost of assisted living in Manatee County, FL

The average cost of senior living in Manatee County is $3,917 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Zolfo Springs, FL with an average of $3,498 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Manatee County, FL vs. nearby counties

Manatee County, FL
$3,917/mo
$4,193/mo
$4,128/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Manatee County, FL vs. the state and national average

Manatee County, FL
$3,917/mo
$4,016/mo
U.S. national average
$4,668/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Manatee County vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,917/mo
$4,293/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Manatee County, FL by room type

Semi-Private
$3,707/mo
Private
$3,677/mo
Studio
$4,628/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,747/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,473/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,950/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Manatee County over time

Manatee County, FLFL stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Manatee County, FL

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Manatee County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Manatee County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Manatee County

Windsor Reflections Memory Care in Lakewood Ranch, FL

5.0
My husband been a resident for 16 months. He is treated with care and respect. If I have a concern, its addressed in a timely manner. Staff members in all departments take a personal interest.

The Villas Of Casa Celeste in Seminole, FL

4.5
The Villas fits our needs! We throughly, enjoy the individual/independent or assisted Villa living. We have a a large open, outdoor patio, a full kitchen if we choose to cook and privacy. Villa's meals are presented nicely & quite tasty. Staff are friendly, caring and work hard to meet ...
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Sun Towers in Sun City Center, FL

5.0
The service was outstanding because [of] the personnel [was] outstanding. The personnel [was] outstanding because the supervisory and management was outstanding.

Manatee County review score based on 2,224 family reviews

8.1
Review score449 facilities2224 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 2224 reviews of 449 Manatee County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Manatee County review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Manatee County review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Manatee County, FL449 facilities
8.0
Bradenton, FL45 facilities
7.9
Palmetto, FL38 facilities

Review subcategories for Manatee County assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 2,224 reviews of 449 Manatee County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Manatee County resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Manatee County, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Manatee County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Manatee County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Manatee County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Manatee County assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Manatee County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Manatee County, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
55.5%
52.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
53.9%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.4%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.3%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.7%
56.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40.1%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.9%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
51.9%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
57.5%
53.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Manatee County assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Manatee County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Manatee County, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
63.3%
51.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.2%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
51%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.8%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Manatee County assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Manatee County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Manatee County, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31%
27.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.1%
40.7%
No sugar
No sugar
42.3%
37.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41%
35.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.5%
15.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Manatee County assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Manatee County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Manatee County, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
36.1%
31.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
34.3%
36.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.3%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Manatee County assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Manatee County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Manatee County, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
45.4%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.7%
31.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.7%
30.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.4%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49.7%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.2%
52.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.4%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.1%
35%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.5%
37.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.3%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
46.1%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
34.7%
30.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.8%
24.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.1%
45.9%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for assisted living in Manatee County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Florida assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Manatee County protect seniors.

Learn about Florida Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Colonial Park, Dorothy Cares ALF, LLC. and Consuelo's Assisted Living Facility are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Manatee County, Florida. See full list of communities.

There are 530 assisted living facilities near Manatee County, Florida. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Manatee County, Florida are Brookdale Colonial Park, Consuelo's Assisted Living Facility and Brookdale Punta Gorda Isles. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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