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Desoto Palms

5601 N Honore Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34243

Assisted Living Rehabilitation
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(800) 780-8101

To Reach a Resident

(941) 870-4916

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $3,241

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $3,245
  • Average State Price: $3,146
  • Average National Price: $3,754


  • Desoto Palms Description

    Desoto Palms is a large 95 bed community that offers assisted living and rehabilitation and is about 3.4 miles outside the small town of North Sarasota, Florida. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 8.3 out of 10 making it the 26th highest rated community in the city out of 58 communities. See more information on reviews.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Community Reviews

    8.9
    Desoto Palms
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 69 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 14 out of 61 communities in Sarasota
  • Ranking in State: 628 out of 2240 communities in FL
  • Food and Dining A

    Activities B

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care B

    Staff A

    Cleanliness A



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Positive Feedback:

    • Desoto Palms is highly praised for its excellent staff, described as nonpareil, helpful, gentle, and caring.
    • Therapists, particularly mentioned, are appreciated for their dedication and skill in improving residents' physical condition.
    • The care received by residents is consistently described as excellent, with staff being kind, compassionate, professional, and friendly.
    • Many reviews highlight the good quality of food and the variety of activities available, including field trips, church visits, and live entertainment.
    • The facility itself is noted for being well-maintained, clean, and offering amenities that contribute to a resort-like living experience.
    • Family members appreciate the peace of mind knowing their loved ones are cared for, mentioning specific instances where Desoto Palms went above and beyond to ensure safety and comfort.

    Areas for Improvement:

    • Some reviews express concern over the workload and compensation of the CNAs, suggesting they need more support and recognition for their hard work.
    • Parking is mentioned as an issue by a visitor, describing it as too small and inconvenient for family members.
    • A review mentions dissatisfaction with housekeeping services, including unmade beds and laundry issues.

    Overall Sentiment:

    Desoto Palms is generally well-regarded by residents and their families for its caring staff, quality of care, and the range of activities and amenities offered. While there are areas for improvement, particularly in support for staff and parking facilities, the positive aspects significantly outweigh the negatives, making it a recommended choice for those seeking assisted living options.


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    Health

    24-Hour Assistance with Activities of Daily Living

    Assistance with medication and personal care

    On-site physician clinic

    Physical, occupational and speech therapy

    Outpatient therapy

    Wellness


    Services

    Check-in and emergency call alert system

    Laundry services

    Assistance with bathing

    Long-term care

    Bathing, dressing, and grooming


    Activities

    Recreational activities and social outings

    Game nights

    Holiday celebrations

    Fitness classes

    Yoga

    Gardening


    Community Amenities

    Game Room

    Exercise gym

    Beauty/Barber Shop

    Security

    A safe and secure environment


    Room Amenities

    Large floor plans

    Carpet or luxury vinyl wood flooring

    All rooms and bathrooms equipped with safety features


    Dining

    Cafe

    Chef prepared cuisine

    Dining

    Fine dining, restaurant-style

    Private dining room


    Transportation

    Scheduled transportation for shopping, church, medical appointments


    Pet

    Pet friendly



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is North Sarasota which is 3.4 miles away and has a population of 6,982 (very small town).
    • The average income is $75,394, which is high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 85
      • Low Temperature: 63
      • Average Temperature: 76.7
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 193 days of rain and 171 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 2.8 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 79.0 years old, which is high compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 158.0, Moderate Days 11.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 0.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    BJ's Wholesale Club
    1.1 miles away
    Publix
    1.4 miles away
    Detwiler's Farm Market
    2.6 miles away
    Walmart Supercenter
    2.7 miles away
    Sam's Club
    2.8 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

    SCAT
    1.1 miles away

    Banks

    SunTrust
    1.3 miles away
    Chase
    1.3 miles away
    Wells Fargo
    1.4 miles away
    PNC Bank
    1.5 miles away
    Bank of America
    1.7 miles away

    Hospitals

    Lakewood Ranch Medical Center
    1.7 miles away
    ER at Fruitville
    3.5 miles away
    Doctors Hospital of Sarasota
    5.4 miles away
    HealthSouth Rehabilitation Center
    5.7 miles away
    Sarasota Memorial Hospital
    5.9 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Walgreens
    1.5 miles away
    GulfCare Pharmacy
    1.9 miles away
    Publix
    3.0 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    3.2 miles away

    Dentists

    Greenberg Dental & Orthodontics
    3.9 miles away
    Creekwood Dental
    4.4 miles away
    Smiles at Lakewood Ranch
    5.4 miles away
    Hillview Family Dental
    6.2 miles away
    Dentistry Of Sarasota
    7.9 miles away

    Parks

    Nathan Benderson Park
    0.5 miles away
    University Place Community Park
    1.1 miles away
    Longwood Park
    1.1 miles away
    Conservatory Park
    1.8 miles away
    Sarasota County
    1.8 miles away

    None Found

    Shopping

    University Town Center
    0.6 miles away
    Westfield Siesta Key
    6.7 miles away
    DeSoto Square Mall
    8.4 miles away
    Sarasota Square Mall
    10.2 miles away
    Ellenton Premium Outlets
    10.8 miles away

    Culture

    Asolo Repertory Theatre
    5.8 miles away
    Art Center Sarasota
    5.8 miles away
    Historic Asolo Theater
    5.9 miles away
    Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
    6.0 miles away
    Manatee Performing Arts Center
    10.2 miles away

    Restaurants

    Carrabba's Italian Grill
    0.5 miles away
    Ruby Tuesday
    0.7 miles away
    Pei Wei
    0.8 miles away
    Bonefish Grill
    0.8 miles away
    Valentino
    0.9 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of FL. It is a large-sized community with 95 total beds.

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