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They are very friendly and they always remember my loved on when she goes for her respite stays. I would recommend them to friends and family. I'm very satisfied with this caring and friendly facility.... Read more
Start your new adventure with DeSoto Palms, an upscale assisted living community in the heart of Sarasota, Florida. With a mediterranean style, the modern community building features bright colors, oversized windows, and elegant design elements. Located on the southwestern coast, this Sarasota senior living community offers a tranquil atmosphere near the cultural and natural amenities of the region.
Locally owned and operated, this senior living community provides a sense of community and a caring atmosphere for residents.The personalized support offered by the compassionate staff at DeSoto Palms helps residents live a fulfilling lifestyle. Residents receive medical care through an on-site physician clinic at DeSoto Palms. Stay on top of your health with medication assistance and personal care services provided by the attentive staff at DeSoto Palms.
Enjoy comforting, chef-prepared meals in the restaurant-style dining area in this community. Gather with fellow residents for coffee and conversation at the delightful on-site cafe. Residents can also spend leisure time in the on-site gym and other common areas. Looking for more structure? Participate in the many on-site activities and events offered by staff to help residents remain engaged. Each residential suite features safety and comfort amenities to help ensure a satisfying stay.
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Total monthly costs depend on room type, select services, and the level of care needed.
*Prices quoted are monthly rental charges and are provided by the communities themselves. Actual prices may differ due to one-time fees, timing and care services required. Speak with your Senior Living Advisor to learn more.
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A Place for Mom has scored DeSoto Palms with 7.7 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 3 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, DeSoto Palms has 15 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.4 out of 5.
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I have few things in mind, since I’ve been surprised for many things.Also,we are tired to have a conversation with [name removed] the E.D,because she never takes care of the situation,things still happening and that’s not fear for my family members,friends and neither for us who are paying a lot of money for being and feeling mocked and deceived by her;including employees of all departments. The rooms are nasty!Full of old trash,the bad smell is unacceptable.The food is not the appropriate,poor, and the trays food for rooms are always late and cold; the service in general has been the worst. The caregivers have no idea how to treat, transfer, and even less,have no patience and empathy with our loved ones.We all believe and are sure that more than one caregiver has not passed for any nursing school before in their life’s.Also, the facility is always short of staff and the small group of the ones who really work are not able to take care of all residents.
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They are very friendly and they always remember my loved on when she goes for her respite stays. I would recommend them to friends and family. I'm very satisfied with this caring and friendly facility.
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March 29, 2023Hi. Thank you so much for leaving us a stellar review!
They are severely understaffed and have been for a while. Patients are now getting two meals a day in their room that's not good for socialization.
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March 13, 2023Hi. Thank you for the overall great rating! We appreciate your feedback greatly and we have very high standards for ourselves at DeSoto Palms Assisted Living Community and would love the opportunity to improve. Please get in touch with us at cblack@desotopalms.com.
They are super friendly. My loved one had everything that they needed. It was a for respite care . We picked this community, because it was very close to home and was more comfortable. It was just what we needed. I would recommend to other families.
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March 13, 2023Hi, Jl. We are thrilled to learn that you had a positive experience with us!
It's a nice place, very friendly and very happy with it.
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March 13, 2023Hi. Thanks so much for the great review!
I would tell others that it is clean. I'm pleased with the medical attention they have. This is one of the most important thing about the community to me. The staff could be more willing to assist with the residents to assist with eating with those that have trouble setting the food up. I think they may be short staffed due to COVID.
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This is a great community and they have been great with my loved ones. They are currently under a mandate due to covid and the residents have to eat in the room due to this. There are a lot of activities after covid and people are very interactive and happy about the changes
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I really liked this community. It was nice and looked more like apartment living.
Before the pandemic, this facility cared for and provided great services for my mom. Since the pandemic, they have shown how much they truly care about the residents. They take extra special care. They communicate very well and often so we know what is going on.
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My mother has lived at Desoto Palms for 3 years. She has received awesome care. Te staff truly cares for the residents like their own family. Even during the current Covid pandemic, they are constantly updating us on any issues, concerns and updates about testing. They have made sure my mother remains safe and even when isolating they bring her food, puzzles, snacks and making sure she is happy and healthy! I am so happy that my mother is at Desoto Palms both before and during this health crisis.
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We chose this facility because my mother needed more care. The room sizes at this facility are very big, she has a one separate bedroom with a bathroom, living room, kitchen. It is very nice. My mom loves it here. It is a smaller dining facility and she has made a lot of friends. All the residents are very friendly and she always has a place to sit in the dining room. The best part about the community so far has been the friendliness of the residents and staff.
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An Amazing place with wonderful people. My parents are so happy here.
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I had a good tour of this community. It is a very nice place. Everyone was very kind, and welcoming. The community looked great. The experience went well.
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Warm and cozy environment with large apartments. Lots of trips to nearby shopping. Three dining rooms with good food. Pets welcome. Friendly employees.
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Gorgeous facility. The follow up by some of the staff, was very impressive. They were very, very nice and very welcoming. After my visit, they checked in with phone calls and everything. I thought that was very good. The woman there also gave me suggestions for the possibility for a VA benefits. My father makes too much money, but she was very helpful, giving me contact people. One of the things I liked about them was that even if they knew that you weren't going to move into their community, they were still willing to help you out as much as they could.
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DeSoto Palms offers Studio, 1 Bedroom, 2 Bedrooms and Semi-Private. Learn more.
A Place for Mom has scored DeSoto Palms 7.7 out of 10 using our proprietary review score.
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Call (941) 355-0303 to reach a resident at DeSoto Palms.
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