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Sarasota Health and Rehabilitation Center

3.9 (86 reviews)

Sarasota, FL

Skilled Nursing in Sarasota, with spaces to feel at home and support for your next chapter.

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Sarasota Health and Rehabilitation Center in Sarasota, Florida, provides post-acute care, rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and short- and long-term care. The center says it has served the greater Sarasota and Bradenton area for more than 60 years and is located near local hospitals. A local-area listing names Sarasota Memorial Hospital among nearby medical facilities. The center’s services focus on nursing and rehabilitation rather than independent-living arrangements; available information does not describe room layouts or apartment options.

Post-acute services are intended for people transitioning from a hospital toward home. The center’s team works with the person’s physician to determine services and set goals for a planned discharge home. Rehabilitation disciplines listed include physical, occupational, and speech therapy. The sources identify these therapies but do not specify treatment schedules or particular programs, so the services described are best understood as a general outline of the rehabilitation offered.

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Nursing and direct-care staff listed by the center include registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and certified nursing assistants. For people who can no longer live independently, long-term care includes general nursing and restorative services. Care plans are developed individually through collaboration among an interdisciplinary team, residents or patients, families, and staff. The center describes this process as coordinated around each person’s care needs, rather than as a standard plan applied to everyone.

Daily support services listed include social services, activities, nutritional services, housekeeping, and laundry. A third-party amenities listing also names an activity center, beauty salon and barber shop, and library and computer lounge. These details indicate that the offerings extend beyond nursing and therapy to include personal care amenities and shared indoor spaces. The available sources do not provide dining menus, room features, or specific activity schedules.

The center is in central Sarasota. Nearby areas identified in a local listing include Southgate Plaza and corridors along South Tamiami Trail and Beneva Road, where the listing notes shopping, pharmacies, and casual dining. Downtown Sarasota is also nearby, with a Saturday farmers market on Lemon Avenue noted in the same source. These surrounding services and destinations offer context for the location, but the available information does not describe transportation arrangements or scheduled trips for residents.

Other local destinations named include Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, Sarasota Bay waterfront areas, and Siesta Key Beach. These are part of the broader Sarasota area rather than described as center programs. The sources provide general information about care, support services, and surroundings, but do not specify room configurations, dining options, or a calendar of activities.

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Key amenities

Dining

Meal preparation and service

Pool & outdoor spaces

Garden

Fitness & wellness

Fitness programs

Housekeeping

Housekeeping and linen services

Transportation

Community operated transportation

Social activities

Community-sponsored activities

Staff & support

12-16 hour nursing

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  • 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance
  • Air-conditioning
  • Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers
  • Beauty salon
  • Cable
  • Community operated transportation
  • Community-sponsored activities
  • Computer center
  • Concierge services
  • Diabetes diet
  • Dining room
  • Fitness programs
  • Fitness room
  • Fully furnished
  • Gaming room
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping and linen services
  • Kitchenettes
  • Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management
  • Mental wellness program
  • Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space
  • Planned day trips
  • Private bathrooms
  • Resident-run activities
  • Restaurant-style dining
  • Scheduled daily activities
  • Small library
  • Special dietary restrictions
  • Telephone
  • Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Wellness center
  • Wifi

Care options available

Skilled Nursing

Nursing and rehabilitation services for people who need a higher level of care.

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“My mother lived at this nursing home for 14 months, and I am extremely grateful for the care she received. I was there visiting her 3–5 times a week, and sometimes as many as 6 times a week, so I had the opportunity to see firsthand how she was treated on a regular basis—not just occasionally. Throughout her time there, I was…”
Community review · 2026

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Resident & family reviews

3.9 · 86 reviews

My mother lived at this nursing home for 14 months, and I am extremely grateful for the care she received. I was there visiting her 3–5 times a week, and sometimes as many as 6 times a week, so I had the opportunity to see firsthand how she was treated on a regular basis—not just occasionally. Throughout her time there, I was extremely happy with the care, kindness, and attention she received. The staff treated my mother with dignity and compassion, and that meant more to me and my family than I can put into words. When someone you love has to live in a nursing home, you want to know that…

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My mother lived at this nursing home for 14 months, and I am extremely grateful for the care she received. I was there visiting her 3–5 times a week, and sometimes as many as 6 times a week, so I had the opportunity to see firsthand how she was treated on a regular basis—not just occasionally. Throughout her time there, I was extremely happy with the care, kindness, and attention she received. The staff treated my mother with dignity and compassion, and that meant more to me and my family than I can put into words. When someone you love has to live in a nursing home, you want to know that they are safe, cared for, and treated like a person—not just another resident. I truly felt that my mother was cared about. After 14 months and hundreds of visits, I can confidently say that my experience with this facility was extremely positive. I am very thankful to the nurses, CNAs, caregivers, and staff members who looked after my mother and helped make a difficult chapter in our lives a little easier. I would absolutely recommend this nursing home to other families looking for a place where their loved one will be treated with kindness, respect, and compassion. Thank you to everyone who helped care for my mom. I will always be grateful.

My wife has been in Sh& rehab over a month , it’s a transition for her , but Tom the director of nursing and his nursing staff have made the transition into the facility as smooth as possible for all involved , nursing staff and CNA’s show compassion and care , PT, OT, dietary and Dr’s . I recommend considering this facility to care for your Loved one. Thank you for your Loving care. . Michael W.

I wanted to thank the staff for working so hard. Tonya went above and beyond for my dads birthday!. Truly appreciate the amazing staff that are there, and all they do to take care of the residents.

More recent reviews

My father spent several months at Sarasota Health & Rehab last year, and we were truly impressed with the level of care he received. The nursing staff was outstanding — they were compassionate, attentive, and dedicated to ensuring his needs were always met. His room was consistently kept clean and well-maintained. The administrative team went above and beyond in addressing all of my questions and concerns, and I’d like to give a special shoutout to Liza for being exceptionally helpful throughout the entire process.

Such an amazing facility, caring staff and administrator!!

Meeting Samantha at Sarasota Health and Rehab was a true blessing. She guided me and helped me make tough decisions for my loved one. I am so grateful for her. Thank you Samantha P.

Clean environment and the staff were friendly and professional. I recommend this place to family and friends.

Love this place it has made a lot of positive changes, Samantha in marketing is helping me support medicaid pending for patient who need more care and cant be skilled. As a social worker this is amazing in helping support those that dont know what to do next. Thank you!

What families highlight

  • Compassionate and efficient nursing and aide staff
  • Strong, dedicated rehabilitation and therapy team
  • Effective short-term rehab outcomes
  • Clean, well-maintained interior and exterior areas
  • Responsive maintenance and housekeeping services

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Location & neighborhood

1524 E Ave South, Sarasota, FL 34239
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