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Sarabella Senior Living in Sarasota, FL

Sarabella Senior Living is an assisted living and memory care community in Sarasota, FL.

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Sarabella Senior Living in Sarasota, FL

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  • Interior

    A cozy bedroom with floral bedding and soft lighting, featuring a wooden headboard and decorative pillows.
  • Outdoors

    A metal fence encloses a section of grass with trees in the background.
  • Decor

    A cozy living room corner with a chair and ottoman facing a TV on a wooden stand, adorned with blue patterned wall art and a potted plant.
  • Living Room

    A cozy living room setup featuring two patterned chairs flanking a wooden cabinet with a decorative piece, all set against a dark paneled wall with a mounted television.
  • Building

    Aerial view of a colorful building with landscaped surroundings and a prominent entrance.
  • Architecture

    A colorful apartment building with a central courtyard featuring a palm tree.
  • Trees

    A fenced-in grassy yard with trees in the background.
  • Dining

    A modern dining area with neatly arranged tables and chairs, featuring elegant decor.
  • Landscaping

    Aerial view of a modern building with a landscaped entrance and clear blue sky.
  • Kitchen

    A modern kitchen area with elegant decor, featuring a small sink, stainless steel appliances, and colorful artwork.
  • Artwork

    A modern waiting room with comfortable armchairs and artwork on the walls.
  • Seating Area

    A stylish seating area with two beige chairs and blue wall art.
  • Bathroom

    A modern bathroom with a wall-mounted sink, mirror, and toilet next to a towel rack.
  • Lobby

    A modern lobby with a circular seating area featuring chairs around a table, adorned with plants and natural light.

5650 Gantt Road, Sarasota, FL 34233

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

4.1 from 86 reviews
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Sarabella Senior Living Costs & Pricing

Sarabella Senior Living offers a range of accommodation options at competitive prices that reflect its premium services and amenities. For instance, the cost of a studio apartment is set at $4,495, which is notably higher than both Sarasota County's average of $4,040 and Florida's state average of $3,823. Similarly, the semi-private rooms come in at $4,500, surpassing the county's average of $3,456 and the state's average of $3,009. One-bedroom options are priced at $4,895 compared to Sarasota County's $4,288 and Florida's $3,864. Finally, for those seeking more spacious living arrangements, two-bedroom units are available for $7,195 - a significant increase over Sarasota County's average of $4,863 and Florida's statewide figure of $4,711. These figures highlight Sarabella's commitment to providing a high-quality living experience tailored to seniors while reflecting the increased demand for enhanced care environments in the region.

Floor plansSarabella Senior LivingSarasota CountyFlorida
Studio$4,495$4,040$3,823
Semi-Private$4,500$3,456$3,009
1 Bedroom$4,895$4,288$3,864
2 Bedrooms$7,195$4,863$4,711

Overall Review of Sarabella Senior Living

caveat 14 reviews mention this

Care consistency varies by staffing

Some residents describe inconsistent care tied to staffing turnover.

A number of residents and families report problems with consistency in day-to-day care, including hygiene and follow-through on care plans. Multiple reviews mention frequent nurse or RN turnover, erratic medication timing, and difficulty getting care when needed. Some reviews also point to understaffing and reliance on agency support, which residents say affected how reliably tasks were completed.

caveat 6 reviews mention this

Communication can be hard to reach

Several families say getting answers and updates takes too long.

Some reviews describe communication gaps, especially when families needed timely follow-up or help outside normal office coverage. There are also complaints about unanswered phones after hours and difficulty reaching someone in memory care for questions. A few reviews add that key information did not get to the right people, which then limited what actually happened for residents.

common 11 reviews mention this

Dining is a frequent bright spot

Dining gets repeated praise, including restaurant-style meals and homemade soups.

Dining is one of the most commonly mentioned positives, with multiple reviews describing the meals as enjoyable and the dining room as more restaurant-like than institutional. Families also call out homemade soups and variety, and some mention wine or beer. The community offers restaurant-style dining, room service, and anytime dining, which aligns with how residents describe food and meal service.

  • A cozy dining nook with a small round table, tufted chairs, and elegant decor.
  • A modern apartment kitchen with a cozy dining area and colorful artwork on the wall.
  • Spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs set up for guests.
common 12 reviews mention this

Activities keep residents engaged

Residents often describe a full schedule of activities and outings.

Many reviews mention plenty to do, including daily programming, resident engagement, and special events. Several families specifically highlight entertainment, group activities, and programs that help keep loved ones involved. Even with that, at least one review says activities felt limited at times, so it can vary depending on the period being discussed.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Rent changes raise questions

A few reviews mention unexpected billing or rent increases.

Some families say rent increased after moving in, and they felt they would not have chosen the community with those higher costs. Others describe billing disputes related to deductions and refunds. Overall, these accounts center on financial surprises after move-in or during transitions.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

  • 134 resident community capacity 134 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-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 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 (10 miles away) Sarasota Bradenton International (10 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

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
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

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
  • Vegan Vegan

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
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Forever fit Forever fit
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live dance or theater performances Live dance or theater performances
  • 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
  • Stretching classes Stretching classes
  • Wine tasting Wine tasting

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Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Sarasota, Florida, offers a variety of amenities and services that cater to the needs of seniors. With several hospitals and medical facilities in close proximity, residents can easily access quality healthcare. Additionally, there are numerous dining options including familiar chains like Chick-Fil-A and family-friendly restaurants such as Gecko's. Pharmacies like Walgreens and CVS are conveniently located for prescription needs. For leisure activities, there are parks like Urfer Family Park nearby for outdoor enjoyment. Places of worship such as Sarasota Baptist Church provide spiritual support, while cultural activities can be enjoyed at theaters like AMC Sarasota 12. Overall, this area provides a well-rounded environment for senior living with easy access to essential services and recreational opportunities.

Hospitals

  • All Children's Specialty Care of Sarasota (0.2 miles)
  • Homesights Consulting (2.4 miles)

Restaurants

  • Gecko's (0.3 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (0.4 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.6 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.9 miles)
  • Miller's Ale House - Sarasota (2 miles)
  • Arby's (2.1 miles)
  • Paddy Wagon Irish Pub (2.1 miles)

Physicians

  • Dermatology of Coastal Sarasota (0.5 miles)
  • Sarasota's Clinic for Ears, Nose and Throat (1.9 miles)
  • Sarasota Wellness MD, Dana Fabiani MD (1.9 miles)
  • Gulf Coast Obstetrics & Gynecology (2.1 miles)
  • Doctors Hospital of Sarasota Orthopedic Center (2.1 miles)
  • Sarasota Neurology (2.2 miles)
  • Intercoastal Medical Group, General and Vascular Surgery Colon & Rectal Surger (2.3 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (0.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.4 miles)
  • Winn-Dixie (2.5 miles)
  • Cooper Drug (2.8 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.1 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (1.6 miles)
  • First Watch #112 (2 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.2 miles)
  • Munchies Cafe (3.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.7 miles)
  • Panera Bread (3.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.6 miles)

Parks

  • Urfer Family Park (1.9 miles)
  • Phillippi Estate Park (4.7 miles)
  • Osprey Junction Trailhead (5.2 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Sarasota Baptist Church (1.9 miles)
  • Church of the Palms (3.4 miles)
  • St Thomas More Catholic Church (3.4 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Sarasota 12 (3.4 miles)

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