Heron House

3221 Fruitville Road, Sarasota FL, 34237


Resident Review Score
8.3
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Loved

Starting price

$3,500

For this area
$$$
Preferred Provider

Heron House is an assisted living facility in Sarasota, Florida. This facility may offer respite or short-term stays. If this is something you need, you will need to find out if there are any additional restrictions on this option. Care can be provided for Spanish-speaking residents.

Costs at this community start at $2,850 and range up to $5,040. The average price in the community is $3,150, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,119. The cost of assisted living in this area is greater than the state average. Depending on the services the resident needs, additional services may increase the cost of care.

This community is pet-friendly. It's a good idea to check with the community during your visit to see if your pet will be allowed. To ensure the safety of all residents, the facility provides an emergency call system. Special diet meals are not always available, but some can accommodate residents' dietary requirements. This community provides no or low-sodium meals. Residents need to have a scheduled, structured activity every day. This facility has a variety of activities, including musical performances and social outings. See our amenity list below for more information. Apartment-style units are not always available, but this community offers studio/efficiency units and group housing options.

There are 6 hospitals within 25 miles of Heron House. The two closest hospitals are Sarasota Memorial Hospital which is 2.2 miles away and Doctors Hospital Of Sarasota which is 4.0 miles away.

This community has above-average reviews for the area; click for detailed reviews on Heron House Reviews.

Some of the key amenities available at Heron House are:

  • Clubs & Communities
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet Friendly
  • Pool
  • Social Outings

Welcome to Heron House, an assisted living community located in Sarasota, Florida. In addition to assisted living, Heron House also offers memory care at this location. For retirees, life doesn’t get much better than it does at Heron House in sunny Sarasota, FL. With highly-trained staff, spacious assisted living residences, and services for people with Alzheimer’s and dementia, Heron House provides premium senior living in one of the country’s most in-demand retirement locations. Residents enjoy a life of luxury at Heron House, resting easy know help is only a few minutes away whenever they need it. When people need help with their activities of daily living, they may consider an assisted living community where they can live comfortably while they receive long-term care. Heron House is the epitome of premier assisted living communities, offering everything a person needs in one convenient location. From twenty-four-hour staff to home-cooked meals, the community goes above and beyond to make sure their residents are happy, healthy, and fulfilled. Heron House’s long-term care services include general personal care for people who need help with their activities of daily living and specialized memory care services for people living with Alzheimer’s and dementia. The memory care program includes personal care, with the added benefit of specialized Alzheimer’s and dementia care. When people living with Alzheimer’s or dementia need long-term care beyond what their family members are equipped to provide, a memory care program like Heron House’s can be the key to restoring their sense of wellbeing and giving them the retirement they always wanted. As older adults with memory loss get older, their behavioral symptoms may change. Heron House's compassionate memory caregivers are prepared for residents to change during their stay, adjusting their daily care routine accordingly to make sure they're getting the help they need. Caregivers work closely with individuals and their families to understand how Alzheimer's and dementia impact each memory care resident individually, using the information to keep their care plan up-to-date. Heron House's assisted living and memory care units are tastefully appointed, full of spacious apartments. Each apartment has its own unique charm, creating a comfortable environment where residents feel at home. Regardless of which floor plan a person chooses, each apartment comes with: 

  • Spacious closets
  • Internet hookups
  • Basic cable
  • Spacious windows
  • Refrigerators
  • Private bathrooms 
  • Emergency call systems
Residents are welcome to prepare their own breakfast, lunch, or dinner, but most enjoy home-cooked meals in the on-campus dining room. Heron House's on-site restaurant serves delectable meals three times a day, including classic selections like pot roast with vegetables, salmon fillets with rosemary, and turkey chili. Residents can dine with their friends in the communal dining room or request a private dining space to eat with their families. Meals are available to everyone, including assisted living residents, and Alzheimer's care residents. To learn more about Heron House, their long-term care programs, or their services and amenities, use the link above to make an inquiry. Families who want to see the community in person can schedule a tour, making it easy for them to compare it to other assisted living facilities and memory care communities in Sarasota, FL. By touring the community, families can picture themselves or their loved one living there, determining if their personal, Alzheimer's and dementia care programs are suitable. The staff is happy to answer questions about Heron House, their varying care units, and how they assist residents with their daily activities, helping family members understand what sets the community apart from other assisted living residences and memory care facilities in the area. For more information about Heron House without making an inquiry, read the frequently asked questions (FAQ) below.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does Heron House offer skilled nursing care for people who need ongoing medical attention How does Heron House vary from skilled nursing facilities?

Skilled nursing facilities are licensed to provide ongoing skilled nursing care for people who need medical attention regularly. Heron House is not a skilled nursing facility and is not licensed to provide ongoing medical attention. Their services are strictly non-medical, and while staff provides medication management and assistance with daily activities, they do not offer wound dressings, incontinence management, or other medical services. However, residents can schedule in-house physician visits, making it easy for Alzheimer's patients and people with mobility issues to get health care. 

Q: Does Heron House offer independent living?

No. Heron House offers assisted living and memory care

For personalized guidance, current availability, and help scheduling a tour, call our senior living advisors at1 (844) 661-2445 or reach the community directly at(941) 210-0992

Room Pricing
assisted-living
Two BedroomStarting at$4,300
StudioStarting at$3,725
memory-care
Two BedroomStarting at$3,500
StudioStarting at$5,075

Personal Care Add-Ons

This community offers a range of care levels depending on the customized needs of each resident.

Services Package Price Range:Varies
Meals
Housekeeping
Laundry
Medication Assistance
Personal Care Assistance

Looking for Medicaid Options?

If you are using Medicaid to pay for senior living, your options are likely different.


Resident Review Score
8.3
|
Loved
#10 in Sarasota, FL

Aggregated reviews in this score
Most Loved22
Loved12
Good3
Average0
Below Average4

Reviews

Residents and their families say:

Heron House, a prominent care facility, received glowing comments from family members of various residents. One reviewer mentioned that it was an exceptional place for their family member with Parkinson's Disease and that both the resident and their family had a very positive experience. There was similar praise for the exceptional staff and the clarity of explanations provided to the family on a regular basis.
Several reviewers noted that Heron House appears to have had a significant positive impact on the lives of their loved ones and that the staff was excellent in providing high-quality care alongside a range of interesting activities tailored for the needs and interests of the residents. It was highlighted that the community was clean, friendly, and supportive. In addition, the residents were seen to be friendly and engaging, with opportunities for socialization heightened due to the availability of meals and activities. The transition experience into Heron House was also lauded as seamless, with the facility's staff praised for their constant communication and maintenance of a friendly and positive atmosphere.
Several customers lauded Heron House for its excellent health services, its friendly staff, clean environment, and the extra care given to the residents. One reviewer highly praised the staff for their warmth and genuine care for the residents, sentiments that were echoed by others. Proximity was another positive attribute, making it easier for family members to visit. The Heron House campus was repeatedly commended for always being clean and having no mix-ups or issues with important services like laundry and housekeeping.
In conclusion, Heron House received a lot of praise for its excellent service, compassionate staff, cleanliness, and the myriad of social activities provided. It appears to offer excellent value for money, being both affordable and providing top-notch service to its residents. Over and above all, reviewers highlighted the genuinely caring and compassionate staff who go out of their way to make residents feel welcome and well cared for.

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Amenities

Heron House


Pet Friendly
Housekeeping
Pool
Social Outings
Clubs & Communities

Dining & Nutrition


All-day Dining

BBQs or Picnics

Cuisine Prepared With Seasonal, Locally Sourced Ingredients

Guest Meals

Healthy Snacks

International Cuisine

Low / No Sodium

Meals Provided

No Sugar

Nutritious Snacks Available Throughout The Day

Professional Chef

Restaurant-style Service For Breakfast, Lunch And Dinner

Accommodations


Wheelchair Accessible Showers

WiFi/High-speed Internet

Independent Temperature Controls

Internet Access

Air Conditioned

Basic Cable

Cable

Cable of Satellite TV

Cable TV

Cats Allowed

Central Fireplace

Handicap Accessible

Housekeeping

Kitchenettes

Landscaped Grounds

Library

Outdoor Areas

Outdoor Garden

Parking

Pet Friendly

Studio / Efficiency

Utilities

Utilities Included

Scheduled Laundry Services

Activities & Fitness


Activity Centre

Allowed Outdoors

Clubs & Communities

Community Service Programs

Cooking Club

Day Trips and Outings

Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning

Exercise Room

Fitness Programs

Forever Fit

Game Room

Holiday Parties

Library & Computer Lounge

Outdoor Walking Paths

Swimming Pool

Social Outings

Wine Tasting

Care


Ambulatory Care

Assisted Living

Availability Of Trained Clinical Staff 24-hours Per Day

Hospice

Hospice Care

Incontinence Care

Independent Living

Laundry / Dry Cleaning

Medication Management

Memory Care

Nurse

Nurses

Occupational Therapist

Personalized Care Plans

Physical Therapist

Podiatrist

Services


Beauty Salon & Barber Shop

Beauty Salon

Complimentary Transportation

Laundry Service / Drycleaning

Maintenance

Personal Laundry Service

Transportation At Cost

Barber/Beauty Shop

Communal Gardens

Additional Features


Catholic

Devotional Activities On-Site

Spanish

Safety


Daily Up And About Check

Emergency Call System

Secured Community

Neighborhood


Nearby Shopping

Hospitals


Sarasota Memorial Hospital

1700 S Tamiami Trl

Distance: 2.1 miles

Doctors Hospital Of Sarasota

5731 Bee Ridge Rd

Distance: 4.0 miles

Complex Care Hospital At Ridgelake

6150 Edgelake Dr

Distance: 4.4 miles

Churches


The Shore Church

3375 Fruitville Road, Sarasota

Distance: 0.1 miles

coastal community church sarasota

3375 Fruitville Road, Sarasota

Distance: 0.1 miles

Bayshore Church offices (Fruitville ministry center)

3375 Fruitville Road, Sarasota

Distance: 0.1 miles

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