Grand Villa of Sarasota sits on three pretty acres along the Hudson Bayou, right near downtown Sarasota, so the grounds have nice gardens, quiet walking paths, and a tranquil waterfront walkway where you can sit and enjoy the view, and there's a courtyard with comfortable chairs set among green plants for relaxing outdoors, and inside you'll find cozy lounges, a game room with a pool table and card table, and common areas where residents gather to talk or rest, and over in the Independent Living part of the community there's an inviting lobby with natural light, while the Memory Care area has a bright dining room with big windows. The facility offers apartments in several floor plans, including spacious two-bedroom, two-bath units and one-bedrooms with kitchens, living rooms, and good closets, and all apartments are designed for comfort and privacy.
Residents take part in a wide variety of scheduled activities thanks to a full-time Activities Coordinator, and the calendar often includes gardening clubs, painting classes, yoga, Bingo tournaments, arts and crafts, Sundaes on Sunday, and trips to local sites or restaurants. There's also a gym for exercise, a beauty salon for haircuts or self-care, devotional services both on and off campus for spiritual support, and plenty of family-like events and celebrations to keep everyone connected. The community provides both indoor and outdoor walking paths, so you can get as much fresh air or activity as you like, plus a game room for cards and friendly competitions.
Dining at Grand Villa of Sarasota is restaurant-style, with chef-prepared meals, and meals are part of an all-inclusive monthly rate that also covers housekeeping, and many other services, so things stay simple and manageable cost-wise. For those who need help, trained and friendly staff provide support with bathing, dressing, and medication management, and take pride in keeping things running smoothly while also making everyone feel welcome and at home. Personalized care plans support each resident's independence and wellness, and the community uses advanced Resident Care Technology and a specialized Medication Management system, which includes medication ordering and delivery, to make sure important needs don't get missed, and the unique care technology is designed to keep everyone safe and bring peace of mind.
Grand Villa offers several types of living options: Independent Living for active seniors who want a worry-free lifestyle but don't need much help, Assisted Living for those needing some daily support, Memory Care for residents living with dementia or memory challenges, and even respite care for short stays or while families handle transitions, aging in place options help residents stay as their needs change. There are specialized programs and staff training for dementia and memory support, and activities for memory care residents are designed to keep minds active and spirits up. The grounds and buildings are secured with a 24-hour emergency system and sprinklers, and there's parking for residents, plus transportation to doctor's appointments, shopping, or outings. Grand Villa of Sarasota is part of the Grand Villa Family of Senior Living Communities and has a reputation for helpful, joyful, and kind staff who treat everyone like family. Residents and families can choose the level of service they need, so they only pay for what's actually used. With its comfortable apartments, wide range of activities and social events, and a setting that encourages both relaxation and staying active, Grand Villa of Sarasota offers a practical and comfortable place for seniors to live.
