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Inspired Living At Sarasota

Inspired Living At Sarasota is an assisted living and memory care community in Sarasota, FL.

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  • Interior

    A cozy bedroom featuring colorful bedding, artwork, and comfortable seating arrangements.
  • Outdoors

    A scenic pathway leading to a gazebo surrounded by lush trees and greenery in a park.
  • Decor

    A well-decorated bedroom with a single bed and traditional furnishings.
  • Living Room

    A cozy living room featuring a decorative fireplace, comfortable seating, and classic furnishings.
  • Building

    The entrance to a building surrounded by well-maintained landscaping and palm trees.
  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with striped bedding and a well-lit window.
  • Trees

    A serene garden with a winding pathway and a building in the background.
  • Windows

    A dining room with a wooden table, upholstered chairs, and artwork on the wall.
  • Landscaping

    A serene park with lush greenery and winding pathways.
  • Seating Area

    A cozy waiting room featuring comfortable seating and a large aquarium.
  • Fireplace

    A luxurious lobby featuring a central chandelier, comfortable sofas, and an elegant fireplace.
  • Floor Plan

    Studio apartment floor plan with a central living space and a small bathroom.
  • Lobby

    A waiting room featuring comfortable seating and a large aquarium.

1900 Phillippi Shores Drive, Sarasota, FL 34231

To contact a resident: (941) 404-7888

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.4 from 85 reviews
5 stars
63
4 stars
12
3 stars
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1 stars
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Inspired Living At Sarasota Costs & Pricing

Inspired Living At Sarasota offers competitive pricing for its various room types compared to both Sarasota County and the broader Florida state averages. The cost for a semi-private room is $3,795, which is higher than the county average of $3,456 and the state average of $3,009, reflecting a premium experience tailored to residents' needs. For those seeking more privacy, the studio option is priced at $4,895 - above Sarasota County's average of $4,040 and Florida's average of $3,823. Additionally, the one-bedroom apartments are available at $5,095, surpassing both local ($4,288) and statewide ($3,864) benchmarks. These rates suggest that Inspired Living At Sarasota positions itself as a provider of quality senior living accommodations focused on delivering exceptional services and amenities in a welcoming environment.

Floor plansInspired Living At SarasotaSarasota CountyFlorida
Semi-Private$3,795$3,456$3,009
Studio$4,895$4,040$3,823
1 Bedroom$5,095$4,288$3,864

Overall Review of Inspired Living At Sarasota

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Food stands out in reviews

Residents and families consistently praise the community’s food quality.

Several reviewers mention that meals taste fresh and are made well, with comments that the food is excellent, top-notch, or delicious. A few people also mention themed dining or variety they appreciated when visiting. In at least one case, a resident’s engagement seems tied to meals residents look forward to.

  • A dining room with a wooden table, upholstered chairs, and artwork on the wall.
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Outdoor space feels secure

The outdoor area is a standout, especially for memory-care safety.

Reviews frequently return to the community’s outdoor setting, describing it as beautiful and superior to other options they toured. Multiple comments focus on safety and secure access so residents can go outside without leaving the area. Families also describe walking paths and a courtyard they felt comfortable with for day-to-day time outside.

  • A serene park with lush greenery and winding pathways.
common 10 reviews mention this

Activities and engagement vary

Many residents stay engaged through daily activities and outings.

A number of reviews describe the activity program as keeping residents active, with scheduled daily activities, groups, and outings. Some families say their loved ones are involved most of the time and enjoy the social side of the day. At the same time, other reviews report that planned engagement was not delivered during a short stay, which can make it hard to rely on the activity schedule when staffing is stressed.

caveat 7 reviews mention this

Staff support is both praised and questioned

Staff responsiveness is a strength, but staffing consistency is a recurring concern.

Many reviewers describe staff as caring, kind, attentive, and quick to address questions or concerns. Some also mention being able to contact management when something comes up, and feeling supported during transitions. However, multiple negative reviews tie problems to staffing gaps or turnover, including claims of limited engagement when key staff were away.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Pricing feels high for some

Cost can be a drawback for families, especially when expectations aren’t met.

Some reviewers say the community is slightly out of their price range or that the all-inclusive pricing is not cheap. One negative review also describes a situation involving a community fee and a lack of refund after promised engagement did not occur. Taken together, families may want to confirm what’s included before committing, particularly if a short-stay situation is possible.

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Features

Housing

  • 78 resident community capacity 78 resident community capacity
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care
  • Respite Care Respite Care

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Sarasota Bradenton International (8 miles away) Sarasota Bradenton International (8 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Anytime dining Anytime dining
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • International cuisine International cuisine
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Organic Organic
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs

Activities

  • Art classes Art classes
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Visiting Rabbi Visiting Rabbi
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest
  • Wine tasting Wine tasting

Nearby Places of Interest

Located in the beautiful city of Sarasota, Florida, this area offers a variety of amenities and services that cater to senior living. With a selection of restaurants including Phillippi Creek Village Restaurant & Oyster Bar and Alpine Steakhouse, residents can enjoy delicious dining options close to home. For those seeking medical care, there are several physician offices such as Sarasota Family Medical Clinic and The Eye Associates nearby. In addition, pharmacies like Walgreens and CVS Pharmacy provide convenient access to medications. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the proximity to parks like Phillippi Estate Park for recreational activities. Places of worship such as St Thomas More Catholic Church offer spiritual support within the community. Overall, this part of Sarasota provides a well-rounded environment for seniors looking for a comfortable and convenient lifestyle.

Restaurants

  • Phillippi Creek Village Restaurant & Oyster Bar (0.2 miles)
  • Alpine Steakhouse (0.8 miles)
  • Walt's Fish Market Wholesale (1.2 miles)
  • Chili's Grill & Bar (1.3 miles)
  • Five Guys Burgers & Fries (1.3 miles)
  • Gulf Gate Food + Beer (1.4 miles)
  • Bonefish Grill (1.5 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (0.3 miles)
  • Panera Bread (1.4 miles)
  • Munchies Cafe (1.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.9 miles)

Parks

  • Phillippi Estate Park (0.4 miles)
  • Bird Key Park (3.9 miles)

Physicians

  • First Physicians Group S Tamiami Trail (0.8 miles)
  • Ryan C Taylor, DDS MS (1.2 miles)
  • Sarasota Family Medical Clinic (1.6 miles)
  • The Eye Associates (1.6 miles)
  • Paradise Dermatology (1.9 miles)
  • Milam Bogart Dermatology (2.3 miles)
  • Sarasota Plastic Surgery Center (2.6 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (1.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.7 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.2 miles)
  • Winn-Dixie (3.4 miles)

Places of Worship

  • St Thomas More Catholic Church (1.8 miles)
  • Church of the Palms (2.3 miles)

Hospitals

  • Homesights Consulting (2.8 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Sarasota 12 (3.8 miles)

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