Bay Village of Sarasota
Meets baseline Medicare standards with room for improvement. A tour and talking to current residents' families is the best next step.
based on 58 Google reviews

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What this means for your family
Bay Village offers a beautiful, well-maintained environment with a highly regarded staff, making it a strong contender for long-term and memory care. However, families should personally sample the dining options and ask about recent changes to on-site amenities, as some residents have noted a decline in these areas.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
58 reviews on Google“Bay Village of Sarasota is a CCRC that receives high praise for its beautiful, recently remodeled facilities and friendly, welcoming staff. While many families report excellent experiences with long-term care and rehab, there are notable concerns regarding inconsistent food quality and a perceived decline in amenities and service levels in recent years.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Beautiful, clean, and well-maintained facilities
- Warm, friendly, and professional staff
- Strong sense of community and atmosphere
- Effective rehab therapy services
Concerns
- Declining food quality and presentation (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
- Inconsistent quality of care and amenities in recent years (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 69 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
Questions for Your Tour
- 1Given the recent feedback regarding dining services, what steps is the culinary team taking to improve the quality and presentation of daily meals?
- 2With the current staffing metrics, how does the facility ensure consistent, personalized attention for each resident throughout the day and night?
- 3I noticed the facility has a beautiful, well-maintained campus; how do you foster that strong sense of community and social engagement for residents on a daily basis?
- 4Could you walk me through the specific protocols and medical support available on-site to handle urgent health changes or emergencies?
- 5How has the facility addressed the recent state violations to ensure that the quality of care remains consistent and reliable for all residents?
- 6I see that the leadership team occasionally engages with family feedback online; how do you typically communicate with families regarding changes in care plans or facility policies?
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Key Review Excerpts
“We found the staff to be dedicated, professional, caring and patient. I cannot imagine a tougher job than CNA at such a facility but the care we received was consistently first rate.”
“The inside has been remodeled and the decor is stunning. The staff is super friendly and the facilities are always clean.”
“Bay Village staff highly impressed my siblings and me. We moved our folks from New England to BV 6 months ago... Exceedingly kind and professional staff. Friendly smiles from every employee. Cheery and Clean!!”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026This facility meets the national staffing benchmarks. Higher staffing is linked to fewer falls and better day-to-day care.
Quality Measures
Quality Measures
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures
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Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents whose walking got worse
Residents on antipsychotic medication
Residents needing more daily help over time
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
Bay Village of Sarasota has 28 deficiencies across three surveys, with families filing at least one complaint regarding accident prevention and supervision. The facility shows recurring issues with fire safety systems, medication management, and resident care quality. While all deficiencies have reported correction dates, the pattern suggests ongoing challenges with maintaining safety standards and care protocols that families should discuss during visits.
Apr 18, 2024Routine5
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Apr 18, 2024Complaint1
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Jun 23, 2022Routine10
Egress Deficiencies
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Services Deficiencies
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Dec 17, 2020Routine12
Egress Deficiencies
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Egress Deficiencies
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Services Deficiencies
Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Egress Deficiencies
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Smoke Deficiencies
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Egress Deficiencies
Install proper backup exit lighting.
Egress Deficiencies
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Bay Village of Sarasota
nonprofit
Ownership & Management
Key personnel
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