Grand Living at Lakewood Ranch

    7230 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34240
    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care

    Lifesaver compassionate care, excellent facilities

    I moved my wife here and it's been a lifesaver - a beautiful, hotel-style facility with spacious rooms, excellent dining, a full gym/pool/theater and a packed activities calendar. The staff (Tyler, Trish, Adriana and many others) are warm, professional and know residents by name; care is delivered reliably and compassionately. Stress-free transition - very pleased and happy to recommend.

    Loved one of resident
    Jul 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Memory care community services

    • Mild cognitive impairment
    • Specialized memory care programming

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    4.53·(30)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.1
    • Staff

      4.8
    • Meals

      4.2
    • Amenities

      4.3
    • Value

      3.0

    Pros

    • Compassionate, personalized staff interactions
    • Home-like, upscale interior and public spaces
    • Robust fitness and wellness programming
    • Wide range of social and cultural activities
    • Chef-led dining and multiple dining rooms
    • Housekeeping and room-cleaning services
    • Spacious apartment layouts with flexible options
    • Age-in-place model with medical support and life-alerts
    • On-site amenities (gym, pool, theater, salon, bistro, gift shop)
    • Shuttle and transportation services
    • Active resident community and committees
    • Knowledgeable and responsive admissions/tour staff

    Cons

    • Inconsistent dining quality
    • High monthly fees and affordability concerns
    • Inconsistent apartment construction and finishes
    • Pest-control and water-quality concerns in some units
    • Unreliable technology and TV/internet infrastructure
    • Management and policy-enforcement inconsistencies
    • Amenity-delivery gaps versus marketing expectations
    • Perceived corporate cost-pressure affecting perceived value

    Summary of reviews

    Overall impression: Reviews present a facility with many attributes typical of an upper-tier assisted-living community: a well-appointed, hospitality-oriented campus; a busy activities schedule; on-site fitness and wellness resources; and staff who many families and residents describe as warm, attentive, and personable. Admissions and tour staff are frequently singled out for professionalism and helpfulness, and the property’s public areas and amenity list (pool, gym, salon, bistro, theater, etc.) reinforce an upscale, hotel-like ambiance.

    Care and staff: Care quality and staff engagement emerge as consistent strengths in the reviews. Multiple accounts highlight compassionate, individualized interactions, staff familiarity with residents’ names, and staff support during major life events. The community’s age-in-place model and availability of medical support and life-alert systems are noted as important positives for families seeking continuity of care. At the same time, a few reviews raise concerns about management decisions and policy enforcement; these are framed as operational and leadership issues rather than systematic clinical-care failures, but they are salient for prospective residents evaluating governance and accountability.

    Dining and activities: Dining and activities are central selling points. Many reviewers praise chef-led menus, varied dining venues, and an active calendar of fitness, arts, outings, and resident-led events. The fitness/wellness department and exercise offerings receive particular praise. However, dining quality is inconsistent across reviews: while some describe exceptional, fresh food and multiple daily menu options, others characterize meals as mediocre or not meeting expectations. Prospective residents should plan a meal visit to assess current dining performance and consistency.

    Facilities and maintenance: The property’s public spaces and landscaping are widely described as attractive and well maintained, contributing to the upscale feel. Apartment size and layout options are often viewed positively. Conversely, there are recurring comments about finish-level and construction inconsistencies in resident apartments (missing expected features, cheaper finishes), along with isolated sanitation-related concerns, pest-control issues, and water-quality complaints in some units. These items suggest variability in unit condition and building systems that prospective residents should inspect carefully during a tour.

    Management, operations, and value: Price sensitivity is a clear pattern — many reviewers describe the community as expensive, and some question whether cost aligns with delivered value. Concerns about management consistency, policy enforcement, and corporate decision-making appear in several accounts; these underline the importance of asking about contract terms, extra fees (including second-person pricing where relevant), and the community’s escalation and grievance processes. Technology infrastructure reliability (internet and satellite TV) and occasional gaps between marketed amenities and what is actually installed are additional operational areas to probe.

    Bottom line and guidance: This community offers strong people-centered care, a broad activity program, and upscale public amenities that will appeal to residents seeking an active, hospitality-style assisted-living experience. At the same time, noted weaknesses — variable dining quality, affordability questions, inconsistent apartment finishes, and some operational/management concerns — warrant careful, targeted due diligence. Recommended steps for prospective residents and families include touring multiple apartment types, eating a meal on-site, reviewing the resident contract and fee structure, asking for recent pest-control and water-quality records, and discussing specific maintenance and technology-service guarantees with leadership before committing.

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    Location

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    Grand Living at Lakewood Ranch is located at 7230 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL, 34240.

    About Grand Living at Lakewood Ranch

    Grand Living at Lakewood Ranch is a luxury senior living community dedicated to providing a vibrant environment rich in comfort, high-touch service, and elegant amenities. Designed with meticulous attention to detail, the residence unfolds in an atmosphere that couples sophisticated architecture with inviting warmth. Residents are welcomed into beautifully appointed apartments with a range of spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, each featuring modern conveniences, full kitchens, and stylish finishes that create a sense of home and independence.

    The community boasts an impressive suite of resort-style amenities that support well-being, social connection, and a fulfilling lifestyle. The Forum Theater offers residents a space to enjoy live entertainment, movies, and speakers, right within their own home. Dining becomes a delight in any of the formal or casual options, including The Hearth Room and The Sterling Room, where residents savor chef-prepared meals in a beautiful and convivial setting. The Grand Spa and Fitness Center ensures that physical health and relaxation go hand in hand, offering a range of wellness services from the tranquility of massage therapy to invigorating fitness classes and state-of-the-art equipment.

    Opportunities for engagement are woven throughout Grand Living at Lakewood Ranch. The community’s Signature Programs encourage residents to discover new passions or nurture old ones, whether it is through the Grand Enrichment program, which offers classes and lifelong learning opportunities, or through the diverse schedule of cultural, educational, and social events. The Grand Lounge and Bistro provides a casual hub for gathering with friends or enjoying a quiet cup of coffee, while the Great Room stands as a testament to the community’s dedication to gracious living, providing an elegant space for concerts, lectures, and celebrations.

    Caring staff members provide personalized assistance to match each resident’s unique needs and preferences, offering support in a respectful and discreet manner. The community caters to various lifestyles and levels of care, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care services in The Salona or Shores memory care neighborhoods, ensuring that every resident finds the right balance of independence and support. Each neighborhood and amenity has been carefully designed to foster comfort, security, and a genuine sense of belonging.

    Surrounded by picturesque courtyards, walking paths, and lushly landscaped grounds, Grand Living at Lakewood Ranch embraces the natural beauty of its location, offering plenty of opportunities for leisurely strolls, quiet reflection, or social gatherings outdoors. With its mastery in blending hospitality, personalized care, and an engaging lifestyle, Grand Living at Lakewood Ranch stands as a premier destination for those seeking a vibrant, community-driven approach to senior living.

    People often ask...

    Grand Living at Lakewood Ranch offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $5,642 per month.

    Grand Living at Lakewood Ranch offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care.

    There are 27 photos of Grand Living at Lakewood Ranch on Mirador.

    Yes, Grand Living at Lakewood Ranch allows residents to age in place and adjust their level of care as needed.

    The full address for this community is 7230 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34240.

    No, Grand Living at Lakewood Ranch does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

    Safety & Compliance

    In Florida, the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) licenses assisted living facilities and publishes the results of its standard, complaint, and monitoring inspections.

    License number11969594
    StatusActive
    Facility typeAssisted Living Facility
    Capacity200 residents
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    Inspection Reports

    10

    Reports

    0

    Type A Citations

    0

    Type B Citations

    2

    Complaints

    7

    Years

    08 Dec 2025Standard
    Found deficiencies were corrected at the time of the survey.
    • A0004LICENSURE - REQUIREMENTS
    08 Oct 2025Standard
    Found deficiencies in elopement risk management and medication handling, including inadequate resident identification for at‑risk residents and insufficient policies for medication self‑administration.
    • Class 3A0032RESIDENT CARE - ELOPEMENT STANDARDS
    • Class 3A0052MEDICATION - ASSISTANCE WITH SELF-ADMIN
    08 Jan 2025Standard
    Investigated a relicensure survey on 2025-01-08 and found no deficiencies.
    03 May 2023Standard
    Concluded that prior deficiencies were corrected by 4/28/23 after a desk review following a prior survey.
    22 Feb 2023Standard
    Identified deficiencies in resident records and related documentation; records were not adequately maintained on the premises.
    • Class 3A0162RECORDS - RESIDENT
    • Class 3CZ841IN-PERSON VISITATION
    13 May 2022Complaint
    Concluded that the deficiency was corrected as of 2022-05-13 and no new deficiencies were identified.
    08 Mar 2022Complaint
    Found deficiencies in resident rights and related policies, including lack of private telephones, missing rights notices and house rules, and inadequate grievance and Ombudsman access procedures.
    • Class 3A0030RESIDENT CARE - RIGHTS & FACILITY PROCEDURES
    30 Mar 2021Monitor
    Found no deficiencies. A focused infection control survey was conducted on 2021-03-30.
    17 Feb 2021Monitor
    Found no deficiencies during a focused infection control survey conducted on 2021-02-17.
    13 Nov 2019Initial
    Determined that a standard license with a capacity of 308 was recommended following an announced licensure and emergency power plan monitoring survey.

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