Sarasota is a waterside city that is quite attractive for seniors. In fact, U.S. News ranks it as America’s top place to retire. Sarasota is the county seat of Sarasota County, which features numerous parks and beaches. Seniors can enjoy those along with the Sarasota Farmers Market and the Sarasota Film Festival. Museums abound as well, including the Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and Selby Gardens. Galleries and performance venues add appeal for art- and music-loving seniors.
Sarasota’s population is 58,285. Seniors age 65 and older make up 27.4% of that number. Those seniors have access to the highly rated Sarasota Memorial hospital and its health care system.
According to the 2019 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, in Sarasota, in-home care costs $4,576 per month and home health aide costs $4,671 per month, on average. Those cost slightly more than the national averages of $4,290 and $4,385, respectively.
Note: Home care cost data was not available for Sarasota, so data for the North Port Area — which encompasses Sarasota, North Port and Bradenton — was used.
At Caring.com, we’ve compiled a comprehensive directory of every home care provider in the Sarasota area – complete with types of care provided, services offered and reviews from families who’ve actually used the service. In addition to our in-depth provider listings, we’ve compiled a list of resources to help seniors and their families access all the tools they need to age in place safely and gracefully.
Directory of Home Care Services in Sarasota, FL
2344 Bee Ridge Road, Suite 110, Sarasota, FL, 34239
They cheer up my family and make life easier for me.
The pricing is a little questionable, I found out later that the extra payments were not going to the employee but to the service itself. That has
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They cheer up my family and make life easier for me.
The pricing is a little questionable, I found out later that the extra payments were not going to the employee but to the service itself. That has been corrected.
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They cheer up my family and make life easier for me.
The pricing is a little questionable, I found out later that the extra payments were not going to the employee but to the service itself. That has
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They cheer up my family and make life easier for me.
The pricing is a little questionable, I found out later that the extra payments were not going to the employee but to the service itself. That has been corrected.
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812 Pinebrook Road, Venice, FL, 34285
I don’t have to worry about my mother.
I like that Jess is always right there and listens to me.
I don’t have to worry about my mother.
I like that Jess is always right there and listens to me.
141 Pond Cypress Rd, Suite A, Venice, FL, 34292
The caregivers are all very professional and kind. I can trust them to be in my mother’s home – to take good care of my mother and to be respectful of her personal property.
The caregivers are all very professional and kind. I can trust them to be in my mother’s home – to take good care of my mother and to be respectful of her personal property.
5239 Manatee Ave W, Bradenton, FL, 34209
THE OFFICE STAFF IS OFTEN DISTRACED RE COMMUNICATION.
THE SUPERVISOR CAUSED A STRESSFUL TIME DURING A VISIT AND A PHONE CALL.
BUT SOMEONE REPLACED MY WOBBLY WALKER WITH ONE THAT IS STABLE.
WH
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THE OFFICE STAFF IS OFTEN DISTRACED RE COMMUNICATION.
THE SUPERVISOR CAUSED A STRESSFUL TIME DURING A VISIT AND A PHONE CALL.
BUT SOMEONE REPLACED MY WOBBLY WALKER WITH ONE THAT IS STABLE.
WHEN A CAREGIVER CANNOT SHOW THE OFFICE DOES SERIOUSLY ATTEMPT TO GET A SUBSTITUTE.
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THE OFFICE STAFF IS OFTEN DISTRACED RE COMMUNICATION.
THE SUPERVISOR CAUSED A STRESSFUL TIME DURING A VISIT AND A PHONE CALL.
BUT SOMEONE REPLACED MY WOBBLY WALKER WITH ONE THAT IS STABLE.
WH
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THE OFFICE STAFF IS OFTEN DISTRACED RE COMMUNICATION.
THE SUPERVISOR CAUSED A STRESSFUL TIME DURING A VISIT AND A PHONE CALL.
BUT SOMEONE REPLACED MY WOBBLY WALKER WITH ONE THAT IS STABLE.
WHEN A CAREGIVER CANNOT SHOW THE OFFICE DOES SERIOUSLY ATTEMPT TO GET A SUBSTITUTE.
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9655 Tamiami Trail North #201, Naples, FL, 34108
We used McKenney Home Care Naples for my mom. Our experience with the agency was very good, and they provided one-on-one private duty. The caregiver’s attitude was pleasant and kind.
We used McKenney Home Care Naples for my mom. Our experience with the agency was very good, and they provided one-on-one private duty. The caregiver’s attitude was pleasant and kind.
3406 Magic Oak Lane,, Sarasota, FL, 34232
My experience with Homewell Services is great. As a new client Christie met with us to learn exactly what our needs are. We held nothing back even down to the personality of her would be client. Chris
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My experience with Homewell Services is great. As a new client Christie met with us to learn exactly what our needs are. We held nothing back even down to the personality of her would be client. Christie listened and asked us many further probing questions to gain more knowledge. All this was done in our home. It did take some time but ultimately she called and said she had a person for us to interview, again, in our home. We liked the person instantly and were able to share our needs face to face. She began work just 2 days later. She comes to work on time and even changed her schedule one day the first week to accommodate us. She is exactly what we needed and more. Our client is relatively young and has diva tendencies but our caregiver was able to surmount hem and quickly won her over. We are extremely pleased.
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My experience with Homewell Services is great. As a new client Christie met with us to learn exactly what our needs are. We held nothing back even down to the personality of her would be client. Chris
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My experience with Homewell Services is great. As a new client Christie met with us to learn exactly what our needs are. We held nothing back even down to the personality of her would be client. Christie listened and asked us many further probing questions to gain more knowledge. All this was done in our home. It did take some time but ultimately she called and said she had a person for us to interview, again, in our home. We liked the person instantly and were able to share our needs face to face. She began work just 2 days later. She comes to work on time and even changed her schedule one day the first week to accommodate us. She is exactly what we needed and more. Our client is relatively young and has diva tendencies but our caregiver was able to surmount hem and quickly won her over. We are extremely pleased.
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312 East Venice Ave Suite 108, Venice, FL, 34285
Very professional and my parents also happy with service and will encourage others
Very professional and my parents also happy with service and will encourage others
2033 Wood St, Sarasota, FL, 34240
Home Instead assisted a family member during the early stages of dementia for over 2 years before she was placed in a memory care unit. She loved the visits with her caregiver who would take her on o
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Home Instead assisted a family member during the early stages of dementia for over 2 years before she was placed in a memory care unit. She loved the visits with her caregiver who would take her on outings, assist her with shopping, and simply spend time visiting with her. When we moved her into memory care, her caregiver spent the entire day with us assisting with the move and reassuring her during the process. One time she had an issue with a caregiver and Home Instead immediately responded and arranged for a different caregiver to provide assistance in the future. We could not have made it through this time period without the caregivers from Home Instead. Thank you to all the amazing caregivers at Home Instead. I highly recommend Home Instead.
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Home Instead assisted a family member during the early stages of dementia for over 2 years before she was placed in a memory care unit. She loved the visits with her caregiver who would take her on o
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Home Instead assisted a family member during the early stages of dementia for over 2 years before she was placed in a memory care unit. She loved the visits with her caregiver who would take her on outings, assist her with shopping, and simply spend time visiting with her. When we moved her into memory care, her caregiver spent the entire day with us assisting with the move and reassuring her during the process. One time she had an issue with a caregiver and Home Instead immediately responded and arranged for a different caregiver to provide assistance in the future. We could not have made it through this time period without the caregivers from Home Instead. Thank you to all the amazing caregivers at Home Instead. I highly recommend Home Instead.
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98 Sarasota Center Blvd, Suite C, Sarasota, FL, 34240
Serving clients for over 10 years in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Siesta Key, Bradenton, Longboat Key, Venice and surrounding communities. While deciding which caregiver agency to choose can be stressful
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Serving clients for over 10 years in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Siesta Key, Bradenton, Longboat Key, Venice and surrounding communities. While deciding which caregiver agency to choose can be stressful, deciding if your loved one needs home care services can be even more overwhelming. The in-home elder care team at Homewatch CareGivers of Sarasota & Manatee is here to make this process as easy for your family as possible. While you know your loved one better than we do, we can help answer any questions or concerns you may have about our services. We begin every care relationship with a complimentary evaluation to learn about your loved one’s situation and answer any questions you may have about our in-home caregiving services. Our on-staff R.N.’s create customized care plans and our compassionate, experienced caregivers work tirelessly to engage and bond with your loved one.
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Caring is Our Calling! I Especially in these uncertain times, allow us to assist you in your journey to determine if in-home care is right for your loved one.
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Serving clients for over 10 years in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Siesta Key, Bradenton, Longboat Key, Venice and surrounding communities. While deciding which caregiver agency to choose can be stressful
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Serving clients for over 10 years in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Siesta Key, Bradenton, Longboat Key, Venice and surrounding communities. While deciding which caregiver agency to choose can be stressful, deciding if your loved one needs home care services can be even more overwhelming. The in-home elder care team at Homewatch CareGivers of Sarasota & Manatee is here to make this process as easy for your family as possible. While you know your loved one better than we do, we can help answer any questions or concerns you may have about our services. We begin every care relationship with a complimentary evaluation to learn about your loved one’s situation and answer any questions you may have about our in-home caregiving services. Our on-staff R.N.’s create customized care plans and our compassionate, experienced caregivers work tirelessly to engage and bond with your loved one.
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Caring is Our Calling! I Especially in these uncertain times, allow us to assist you in your journey to determine if in-home care is right for your loved one.
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950 S Tamiami Trail #205, Sarasota, FL, 34236
4230 59th St W Ste C, Bradenton, FL, 34209
6151 Lake Osprey Drive, Sarasota, FL, 34240
548 48th St Ct E, Bradenton, FL, 34208
9085 Town Center Parkway, Atrium 4 , Bradenton, FL, 34202
13134 Vail Ridge Dr , Riverview, FL, 33579
At ACASA SeniorCare of Tampa Bay we believe every day in life is worth LIVING. We want our Seniors to have THE BEST DAY EVER (EVERY DAY) That’s why we strive to provide a caregiver you can make a co
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At ACASA SeniorCare of Tampa Bay we believe every day in life is worth LIVING. We want our Seniors to have THE BEST DAY EVER (EVERY DAY) That’s why we strive to provide a caregiver you can make a connection with from the very beginning. Our exclusive Caregiver match system matches you with a caregiver that compliments your individual needs and personality. We believe hiring caregivers starts with the heart so our plan is simple… We are here to become your “best friend” all the compassionate care that follows is just part of being a good friend.
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At ACASA SeniorCare of Tampa Bay we believe every day in life is worth LIVING. We want our Seniors to have THE BEST DAY EVER (EVERY DAY) That’s why we strive to provide a caregiver you can make a co
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At ACASA SeniorCare of Tampa Bay we believe every day in life is worth LIVING. We want our Seniors to have THE BEST DAY EVER (EVERY DAY) That’s why we strive to provide a caregiver you can make a connection with from the very beginning. Our exclusive Caregiver match system matches you with a caregiver that compliments your individual needs and personality. We believe hiring caregivers starts with the heart so our plan is simple… We are here to become your “best friend” all the compassionate care that follows is just part of being a good friend.
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5620 Tara Blvd Ste 203, Bradenton, FL, 34203
We know your first priority when choosing a home care provider is finding someone you can trust and rely on… someone who will care for your loved one as you would, and as we would our own.
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We know your first priority when choosing a home care provider is finding someone you can trust and rely on… someone who will care for your loved one as you would, and as we would our own.
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When someone you love can’t take care of themselves like they used to, a million different things run through your mind. You worry about their health and safety: their quality of life. You might wonder if you’ll be able to balance taking care of them while taking care of yourself and your own family. You wonder if they’ll be able to stay at home, but if they do, then what? You want to be there for them like they’ve been there for you, but how can you be sure of what to do?
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We can help by providing the best home care. We’ll work with you to create a caregiving partnership that’s built on trust, communication, and a special understanding of your family’s needs. And what’s more, we give you everything you need to monitor the quality of home care we provide. Our goal is to ensure your loved one’s quality of life so you have the peace of mind and confidence to enjoy yours. At FirstLight Home Care, we provide in-home care for your loved ones wherever their home may be – in a nursing home, assisted living facility, retirement home, or their own home.
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We know your first priority when choosing a home care provider is finding someone you can trust and rely on… someone who will care for your loved one as you would, and as we would our own.
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We know your first priority when choosing a home care provider is finding someone you can trust and rely on… someone who will care for your loved one as you would, and as we would our own.
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When someone you love can’t take care of themselves like they used to, a million different things run through your mind. You worry about their health and safety: their quality of life. You might wonder if you’ll be able to balance taking care of them while taking care of yourself and your own family. You wonder if they’ll be able to stay at home, but if they do, then what? You want to be there for them like they’ve been there for you, but how can you be sure of what to do?
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We can help by providing the best home care. We’ll work with you to create a caregiving partnership that’s built on trust, communication, and a special understanding of your family’s needs. And what’s more, we give you everything you need to monitor the quality of home care we provide. Our goal is to ensure your loved one’s quality of life so you have the peace of mind and confidence to enjoy yours. At FirstLight Home Care, we provide in-home care for your loved ones wherever their home may be – in a nursing home, assisted living facility, retirement home, or their own home.
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425 Commercial Ct., Unit F, Venice, FL, 34292
It makes my life easier if someone is coming on a timely basis.
I like the fact that we have worked with one caretaker.
It makes my life easier if someone is coming on a timely basis.
I like the fact that we have worked with one caretaker.
2017 Fiesta Dr., Suite 202, Sarasota, FL, 34231
They help her get by on her daily activities.
We’ve only been using them for about a month, so it’s hard to say how they are doing. They’ve been good, but not great.
They help her get by on her daily activities.
We’ve only been using them for about a month, so it’s hard to say how they are doing. They’ve been good, but not great.
3802 Ehrlich Rd , Ste. 309 , Tampa, FL, 33624
My mom is a client of this Agency for about two years, never unattended staff is excellent and caregivers the best, I recommend this agency for their dedication, compassion, and love they give to the
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My mom is a client of this Agency for about two years, never unattended staff is excellent and caregivers the best, I recommend this agency for their dedication, compassion, and love they give to their customers.
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My mom is a client of this Agency for about two years, never unattended staff is excellent and caregivers the best, I recommend this agency for their dedication, compassion, and love they give to the
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My mom is a client of this Agency for about two years, never unattended staff is excellent and caregivers the best, I recommend this agency for their dedication, compassion, and love they give to their customers.
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5104 North Lockwood Ridge Road, , Sarasota, FL, 34234
Since I live 2000 miles away from my mother, A Lending Hand has been taking care of my mother since October 2017 . Tina has been conscientious and reliable all of the time. She provides care f
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Since I live 2000 miles away from my mother, A Lending Hand has been taking care of my mother since October 2017 . Tina has been conscientious and reliable all of the time. She provides care for my mother 5 days a week.
She strives to always improve my mother’s care , she has handled every emergency with quick responsiveness .
The caregivers have been kind, thoughtful, compassionate and friendly. They arrive on time, they stay later if some thing comes up , they take my mom to lunch and to her appointments, they are cheerful and communicate with me to keep me up to date on my mom’s needs.
I would reccommend using Tina to care for
your loved one. We tried other agencies in the past . Tina has been 100 % reliable and we are happy to work with Tina..
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Since I live 2000 miles away from my mother, A Lending Hand has been taking care of my mother since October 2017 . Tina has been conscientious and reliable all of the time. She provides care f
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Since I live 2000 miles away from my mother, A Lending Hand has been taking care of my mother since October 2017 . Tina has been conscientious and reliable all of the time. She provides care for my mother 5 days a week.
She strives to always improve my mother’s care , she has handled every emergency with quick responsiveness .
The caregivers have been kind, thoughtful, compassionate and friendly. They arrive on time, they stay later if some thing comes up , they take my mom to lunch and to her appointments, they are cheerful and communicate with me to keep me up to date on my mom’s needs.
I would reccommend using Tina to care for
your loved one. We tried other agencies in the past . Tina has been 100 % reliable and we are happy to work with Tina..
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Sarasota Home Care Resources
Home care services are only one of the pieces needed for seniors to gracefully age in place. There are many services and programs that are low-cost or free, that enable seniors to enjoy an independent lifestyle in the comfort of their own home, such as help with home modifications, meal delivery services, and more. Below, we’ve compiled a few of the most helpful resources in Sarasota:
Address: 2830 Winkler Avenue, Suite 112, Fort Myers, FL 33916
Phone Number: (239) 652-6900
A nonprofit organization, the AAASWFL works with adults 60 years of age and older as well as adults with disabilities. It seeks to provide safety- and independence-boosting assistance and resources for the people it serves. Among other activities, the organization operates a helpline for elders, conducts health and wellness workshops and provides Medicare counseling. It also runs an elder abuse education and prevention initiative.
Address: 1888 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, FL 34236
Phone Number: (941) 955-2122
Senior Friendship Centers of Sarasota operates three facilities on a central campus, including an activities center and the Rubin Center for Healthy Aging. This organization provides an elder helpline, tax and legal assistance, crisis intervention services and aid with cooling and heating bills in emergencies. Additionally, it advises seniors on Medicare and Medicaid decisions, and it has a partnership with the Florida Department of Elder Affairs and additional government programs.
Address: 4040 Esplanade Way, Tallahassee, FL 32399
Phone Number: (850) 414-2000
Florida’s Department of Elder Affairs uses its resources to help elders lead active, fulfilling lives. It administers programs that help seniors maintain their health and wellness, often at no cost. The department also operates a caregiver support program and the Community Care for the Elderly Program. Additionally, it runs various nutrition education and access programs.
Address: 421 N. Lime Ave, Sarasota, FL 3423
7Phone Number: (941) 366-6693
Meals on Wheels of Sarasota delivers roughly 500 meals per day to people who are otherwise unable to buy, plan or cook meals, including elderly individuals. The program’s drivers also perform personal check-ins while delivering meals. Additionally, Meals on Wheels Sarasota can provide food for seniors’ pets and assist with medicine disposal. The organization asks for a $6 donation per meal, but it aims to serve individuals regardless of their ability to pay.
Determining Your Loved One’s Need for In-Home Care
Aging can be a difficult process, and loved ones may not always ask for help – often times it’s up to their family to evaluate their need for help around the house. While no two situations are exactly alike, this checklist can help you and your loved ones determine when it’s time to start the search for a home care provider.
Guidelines for Talking About In-Home Care
If you’ve determined that your loved one needs the assistance of a care provider in their home, it may be time for a difficult conversation. Handled correctly, however, this process can bring a family together and ensure that everyone’s concerns are addressed. Use this PDF as a starting point to help the conversation stay as positive and productive as possible.
