Elance at Sarasota is a senior living community in Sarasota, Florida, specializing in assisted living and offering additional services for independent living and memory care. The community opened in 2023 and provides personalized care plans designed to support residents according to their individual needs. The facility is equipped to assist with activities of daily living, including full assistance with bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. Residents who need diabetes management receive tailored support, and medication management services are provided to ensure adherence to prescribed treatments. Elance at Sarasota also offers incontinence care, ambulatory care, and access to hospice care, while its licensed nurses are available to oversee residents’ health needs and provide support.

Specialized memory care is available for residents with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia, with a secured community environment to promote safety and reduce risks of wandering. To further enrich daily life, Elance at Sarasota features a variety of amenities such as a barber/beauty salon for personal grooming, fitness programs including yoga, and wellness programs that encourage an active lifestyle. Social engagement opportunities are offered through clubs and community events, along with chef-prepared meals and beautiful outdoor spaces designed to foster a vibrant atmosphere. Laundry and dry cleaning services are available, and complimentary transportation is provided for both medical appointments and non-medical outings, supporting residents’ access to healthcare and community events.

Resident and family feedback highlights the high quality of care, professionalism, and dedication of long-serving staff, which builds trust and ensures a sense of continuity for residents. The facility is regularly described as maintaining a clean, peaceful, and homelike environment. Meals receive positive remarks for their variety and taste, with some minor feedback regarding food temperature. Residents and their families note feeling respected, safe, and comfortable, and remark on the supportive response of staff during emergencies. While feedback is overwhelmingly positive, one concern was noted regarding the financial structure of independent living contracts. Overall, Elance at Sarasota offers a supportive, well-maintained senior living environment with extensive care, engaging amenities, and a focus on residents’ well-being.

Costs at this community start at $1,600 and range up to $8,000. The average price in the community is $4,800, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,016. The cost of continuing care retirement communities in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.