Assisted Living Communities in North Port, FL

"I toured Vick Street Manor. The staff was so nice. They seemed on the same page, organized, and friendly. The facility was very clean and organized."

"My mother is in Heritage Oaks of Englewood. She's not getting any assistance. It's just a community that she can live in so she can have socialization and meals and all of that. She's gonna be there for five months. She's just renting a one-bedroom apartment there. You can add on services as you wish, but we haven't added on any service. It's very beautiful visually and well-maintained. The staff is very good. Mom loves it there and she's just been there for a couple of weeks. My brother brought her down a couple of weeks ago. We've been over to see her a couple of times, but they seem to be paying attention to any needs that she might have. Yesterday I was there, the occupational therapist was taking her blood pressure and just checking to see her status and how she walks and all that. I think she's one of the few that does not need a walker or a wheelchair and she is doing very well. They'll keep an eye on her to make sure that if something changes, they can remedy that. She's getting three meals a day, light housekeeping, and laundry once a week. There's a lot of bingo and other games. There are lots of activities. Yesterday, they had a program where there was a guy who played piano and sang Christmas songs. I think tonight they're going to go on a bus trip to see all the Christmas lights. They'll take residents to shopping places once a week or so. My mom is always busy. They do coloring. Mom had never done that before, but she tried it and she's looking for people to play Bridge with and I think they finally found four people. She wants to find some people to play cribbage with. The food is amazing. My mom raves about the food. She said it's like getting a $40 meal at a restaurant. She loves it."

"We've toured South Port Square. The amenities that they offer are just wonderful. They have an indoor swimming pool, pickleball, and a tennis court. There's a flower garden where you can plant your own flowers. There is a vegetable garden, and you can plant your own vegetables if you're into that. They have a happy hour, a bar, and lots and lots of activities. There are also a lot of health-related exercises like pool aerobics. Plus, they have a classroom to do your exercises in with a class. The assisted living is in another building from the independent living. The ones at the business office are about the only staff that I've really talked with. They're very sweet and caring, and they try to work with you. They honestly care. We had a meal when they invited us over for an orientation with other new people, and it was very good. They have maybe two or three elevators. When you go in, everything smells so nice and fresh, and you have a welcoming feeling. There's a lady at the desk who is just so nice. You have to give your name when you go in. They also have security around the grounds. They are on 40 acres, and I think they said they have about 500 residents. There's central air conditioning, too. Another thing is, they have hurricane windows, and they are prepared if there are hurricanes. I would say it's a bigger place for your money."

"I toured Elison Assisted Living of Bella Vita. It was very nice and the people were very nice. The staff was excellent. The dining area looks nice. I just like the overall layout of it."

"My parents have been at Brookdale for almost 2 years and they have appreciated the care and concern from the staff."

"My experience here at The Goldton at Venice has been wonderful. The place is great. They have all kinds of amenities to do there. I would recommend it to anybody. They have fine dining and a bar. They have a heated in-ground swimming pool that's saltwater. They have a movie theater, a library, and a beauty salon. The list goes on and on. The food is excellent. Their dining area is very clean and very nice. They have a dining room downstairs that's upscale to where you have lots of nice food."

"My parents will be moving into AdviniaCare Venice. As they age they'll be able to go through all of the levels of care at the same place, and that was important to them. I liked that the staff there didn't have a high turnover. They showed us a model room that had 350 square feet with a little kitchenette, two closets, and a bathroom. I actually sat there yesterday filling out my paperwork and watched the residents do trivia, and then there was a scavenger hunt going on while I was sitting in the lobby."

"I thought Brookdale Punta Gorda Isles was excellent for senior living. I thought everything was great. The rooms were of a nice size. I like their kitchenettes and their very friendly staff. I thought everything was wonderful. I was greeted nicely at the front entrance, and I was given a nice tour. The people are very friendly and courteous. The place was very clean. It seemed like the property was well-kept."

"I cannot say enough good things about Banyan. From the very beginning, their entire team has been professional, compassionate, and incredibly supportive. They guided me through a very difficult process with clarity and patience, always making sure my questions were answered and my concerns were heard. The unique setting is truly one of a kind. Residents have ready access to the outdoors, with beautiful gardens everywhere that provide daily stimulation and peace. The gazebo is a hub of activity, where music and engaging “sports” like cornhole and adapted darts are led by caring, energetic staff. These activities not only brighten the days but also foster connection and joy. What stood out most to me was the community atmosphere. The thoughtful blending of assisted living with memory care gave my relatively younger husband (65 with FTD) a genuine sense of belonging, while providing me with an extended support team to collaborate with for his best care. It felt less like an institution and more like a family working together. It is rare to find an organization that combines expertise with such genuine human care. Banyan goes above and beyond, and I am deeply grateful for their role in making a challenging time more manageable. I would wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone seeking a place where both residents and their loved ones are embraced with compassion, dignity, and respect."

"The Courtyard could be my choice because they allow cats, which is my mother's only concern. Right now, I'm still on hold for Medicaid Diversion Program. I'm just waiting for the funding from state of Florida so I could get her in some place. The staff, as far as that goes, is very helpful, and they seem to have more connections as far as getting the funding done. They're very helpful and attentive to my mom's health and needs. She would get good care there. "

"My dad stayed at Brookdale Palmer Ranch extended rehab for about 2 months after a fall that resulted in a pelvic fracture. The care he received was excellent, PT 5 days a week and attentive nursing. They got him back to weight bearing faster than expected. The rooms aren’t fancy but they are clean and well maintained. There were many daily activities to entertain the residents. All of the staff I met were kind, compassionate and competent. This place was by far the best of the 4 rehab facilities he has been in over the last several years. We are grateful for the care my dad received there."

"My parents-in-law will move to Heron Club at Prestancia. My mother-in-law will be in memory care and my father-in-law will be under hospice. The staff is great. It's very well maintained and it's very clean and their apartment is huge. They have a huge bedroom that's going to fit a hospital bed and a full bed with room to spare. Then they'll be able to take their living room furniture to the living room and the little kitchenette. It is very bright and cheery and there's always something going on and that's what my mother-in-law needs for her brain."

"I like Angels Senior Living at Sarasota. I like its location and cleanliness. The staff members were nice; I liked them. The facility itself was very clean."

"We toured Savannah Grand of Sarasota. It's very clean, small and personal. There was one-on-one attention when we got there, which was wonderful. They even gave follow-ups and showed care. The rooms were very efficient but small for what we needed. We were disappointed because we did like it there. They were a nice size if someone was going single. They were cute. Their dining is wonderful and the food was excellent. We didn't spend too much time on the activities, but from what we saw, there was plenty to do. The dining area was clean and pretty. Beth gave us a wonderful hot apple pie when we left. I said it was very, very, sweet with the extra special touch that they gave."