Memory Care Communities in Bradenton, FL

"We chose Elan Manatee Assisted Living & Memory Care for my mother. She will be moving there. The room sizes were nice. The kitchenette area was important to us. It seems that everybody that we saw and all of the residents there were very happy and very active in their day. We use that as a barometer for how my mom would feel in that community. The person that assisted us was very professional, very nice, very helpful. They just had a nice array of different activities that the residents could participate in. They were doing some exercises. We like to see that. They had some people reading in the lounge area and some people were playing cards."

"Inspired Living was a very nice, beautiful facility with very accommodating staff. It’s very nice and clean. My mom needs surgery, and we were thinking she might need assisted living, but once she doesn’t, she does move back to her independent living. We were considering this as a place for her. It was large, queen size bed in the bedroom, and the bathroom was beautiful. it was very handicapped accessible. It has nice living space and beautiful interiors. "

"I liked Heron House a lot. It was very nice and gave me a good feeling. It's a pretty building that I've actually admired for years. I enjoyed seeing the inside of it, and the people are very nice. It was lovely, and I liked the design. The activities looked good. I was thinking that if my husband and I needed a place, it would be a contender and a good option. They had church services. I didn’t have any problems. It was more reasonable than some of the places we visited. It's attractive, pleasant, and serves its purpose. "

"We toured Grand Villa of Sarasota. So far, we like it. I liked that it is close to the good things in Sarasota like the theaters, and it is right next to a nice Chinese place. But it also had like three meals a day and the meals looked decent. I like that their main meal is at lunchtime; I think that is a good idea. I like it a lot, it is just we're not ready yet. It seemed clean and the people seemed nice. They showed us the room and the room was already decorated with furniture in it to show people. It was very organized. They had this booth-type thing on each floor that was locked and had everybody's names on it and everybody's pills, and everything was very organized. The other places weren't as organized. The person who took us around was great. Another thing, you didn't have to move. At the other place, you had to move to another room if you wanted assisted living. At Grand Villa, you stay in the same room, you just have some extra help. I wouldn't want to move out of my room after I'm living there. They give you extra help. Of course, you have to pay more for extra help, but at least you can stay in that room. I thought the cleanliness was good. It didn't smell at all or anything. "

"Everything was really nice in the Bahia Oaks Lodge, and the staff was very helpful, but they were more expensive. They had brand new carpets, and the walls were painted nicely. It was very accessible for people who are in wheelchairs or walkers. The dining area looked modern, and it was very clean. I suggest they make it a little bit more affordable. "

"The Fountains of Hope Assisted Living and Memory Care was more institutional than the others. There were a lot of people, a lot of rooms, and a lot of hallways. My dad would have been confused and walking all over the place. They're really sweet, though, and all of the staff was great. They were smiling at us. Just as far as the establishment goes and how they run the business, it was more institutional to me. It was just too large so my dad wouldn't have gotten the personal care that he deserves. We toured their memory care and the person who assisted us gave us the information we needed in a concise fashion so we were appropriately pleased during our visit. The rooms were nice too but there's a thing where you had to bring your own furniture. I think that was another big thing for us. It wouldn't have been a big deal because I have plenty of furniture but there are criteria for the furniture you bring in because they don't want the residents falling or tripping on them. They also have a thing where when you first go in there, everything is treated as though it's infected and everything you bring is going to be cleaned."

"Ive been a resident at aravilla for a little over 5 months, The staff is extremely patient, kind and alwaya willing to help anyone. "

"My mother-in-law lived at Arden Courts for several years. We did a lot of research before moving her in and decided it was the best place. She became very difficult to handle with her dementia, but they provided wonderful care and kept her happy until her death at age 97. I would not hesitate to recommend Arden Court to anyone faced with this difficult decision. "

"I can't say enough good things about Brookdale Phillipi and the care and concern Ms. Kibbey has continued to show. She made what we thought would be a very difficult decision, simple. We're at peace knowing we chose the very best! Our interactions with staff have been amazing, and the community offers all the amenities you can ask for. The rooms are actually very impressive and welcoming, so we're very happy about that too! We highly recommend this community. "

"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."

"Heron Club at Prestancia was nice, but the rooms didn't have recliner chairs or something of that sort in it. They had regular furniture, which my husband couldn't sit on, so that wouldn't be good. They said I could bring my own, but it's not going to work. But the place is beautiful and very nice."

"We plan to put my dad in Brookdale Deer Creek Sarasota for respite. It's strictly memory care. We chose it because it's a smaller community. It's on a single level. It's not multiple stories. The staff was extremely helpful and very kind. They were very highly rated. It's exceptionally very clean, and the respite room was fully furnished and immaculate. Susie gave us the tour. She's extremely knowledgeable about Alzheimer's and interacted very pleasantly with all of the residents. They had a very nice garden, which is outside with flowers. They had a large community room with a skylight. They offer a very peaceful and calm environment."

Bayou Palms, nestled at 435 42nd Avenue South in St. Petersburg, Florida, offers compassionate assisted living and respite care in a beautifully appointed, resident-focused setting. This welcoming community provides both private and semi-private accommodations and is staffed around the clock by dedicated professionals who collaborate closely with physicians, home health agencies, pharmacies, physical therapists, and hospice providers. Whether you choose a more intimate private room or the cost-effective quality of semi-private quarters, you’ll be embraced as an individual from day one—your comfort, your care, and your serenity are at the heart of everything we do. From the moment you arrive, Bayou Palms feels like home. The community features a beauty and barber shop where residents can enjoy pampering, on-site housekeeping, maid service, and refreshing outdoor garden and patio spaces shaded by gazebos. We offer full laundry services for clothing and linens, regular resident transportation, and plentiful parking for residents and guests. Inside, you’ll find a rich mix of daily activities—music, games, book clubs, yoga, gardening, arts and crafts, and off-site excursions that nourish both body and spirit. Dining is social and inclusive with shared meals in a comfortable dining room, guests welcome at mealtimes, and special diet options (diabetic, vegetarian, etc.), with both English and Spanish spoken throughout. Surrounded by the charm of St. Petersburg, Bayou Palms is just minutes from tranquil escapes and inspiring local attractions. Nature lovers will appreciate Boyd Hill Nature Preserve with its winding trails and glimpses of Florida wildlife, while downtown’s waterfront beckons at Vinoy Park. The iconic St. Pete Pier, museums, gardens, and cultural venues are within easy reach, making every outing both accessible and uplifting. At Bayou Palms, genuine care meets genuine living—a place where your loved one doesn’t just stay put—but truly blooms. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Florida Agency of Health Care Administration

"Inspired Living at Sun City Center is clean, the staff is very caring and hands-on, they go over and above to make sure the residents are safe or comfortable, and they will talk to the families about anything that you need to talk to them about; that's what I was looking for. The best thing is that they actually watch and take care of my mother like I would. Whenever there's a problem, like when she's feeling anxious, there's somebody there to take care of her. They take the residents to baseball games and ice cream socials once a month. "