Stroke Recovery Support at Home in The Meadows, FL
Non-medical help at home after a stroke: daily routines, safe movement and getting to therapy, alongside the person’s medical team. Post what you need in The Meadows for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Stroke Recovery Support in The Meadows, FL: the local picture
Hospitals with an emergency department near The Meadows: Sarasota Memorial Hospital in Sarasota (4.5 mi); HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital in Sarasota (5.3 mi); Lakewood Ranch Medical Center in Bradenton (6.0 mi). With stroke signs, call 911 rather than driving.
190 The Meadows residents 65 or older have difficulty dressing or bathing (5.1%; 4.0% in Sarasota County), and 834 have serious difficulty walking: the two kinds of help most often needed in the weeks after a stroke.
The Meadows compared with Sarasota County and Florida
| Census figure | The Meadows | Sarasota County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with difficulty dressing or bathing | 5.1% | 4.0% | 6.4% |
| Residents 65+ with serious difficulty walking | 23% | 15% | 20% |
| Residents 65+ with serious difficulty remembering | 9.4% | 5.4% | 7.6% |
| Residents 65 or older | 70% | 38% | 21% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 32% | 24% | 25% |
| Households with no vehicle | 4.0% | 4.1% | 6.0% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $68,691 | $71,458 | — |
Older residents in towns around The Meadows
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Self-care difficulty (65+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kensington Park, FL | 1.3 mi | 650 | 1.8% |
| Fruitville, FL | 2.3 mi | 4,115 | 3.7% |
| North Sarasota, FL | 3.0 mi | 323 | 4.3% |
| Sarasota Springs, FL | 3.7 mi | 2,249 | 4.5% |
| Sarasota, FL | 4.6 mi | 16,610 | 3.6% |
| Southgate, FL | 4.6 mi | 1,616 | 2.3% |
Hospitals near The Meadows
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sarasota Memorial Hospital | Sarasota, FL | 4.5 mi | 5 of 5 | (941) 917-9000 |
| HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital | Sarasota, FL | 5.3 mi | 4 of 5 | (941) 342-1100 |
| Lakewood Ranch Medical Center | Bradenton, FL | 6.0 mi | 4 of 5 | (941) 782-2100 |
| Manatee Memorial Hospital | Bradenton, FL | 7.6 mi | 3 of 5 | (941) 746-5111 |
Home health agencies serving The Meadows
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trilogy Home Healthcare | Sarasota, FL | 2.5 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (772) 286-1844 |
| Coastal Breeze Home Health LLC | Sarasota, FL | 8.0 mi | 5 of 5 | — | (941) 208-4463 |
| Enhabit Home Health | Sarasota, FL | 2.5 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (941) 955-4600 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Sarasota, FL | 2.5 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy | — |
| Concierge Home Care | Sarasota, FL | 8.3 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (941) 342-9400 |
Straight-line miles from the center of The Meadows. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.
What a caregiver for stroke recovery can help with
- Help with bathing, dressing and meals
- Safe walking and transfers
- Rides to rehabilitation and follow-up appointments
- Practising the exercises therapists set
What stroke recovery support costs in The Meadows
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 25% of the $5,724 monthly median income of The Meadows households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
Hiring directly, you agree the rate with the caregiver and usually become the household employer (U.S. Department of Labor rules). Some families qualify for programs that pay for care at home; see How to get paid to take care of a family member in Florida: SMMC LTC and the PDO.
What to know before hiring a caregiver for stroke recovery
More than 795,000 people in the U.S. have a stroke every year, about 610,000 of them for the first time (CDC). Many go home to recover.
Questions worth asking: Have you cared for someone after a stroke? How do you help with one-sided weakness during transfers? Can you drive to rehabilitation appointments? More in our stroke recovery support guide.
CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.
Stroke Recovery Support in The Meadows: common questions
How much does stroke recovery support cost in The Meadows?
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 25% of the $5,724 monthly median income of The Meadows households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
What does a caregiver do after a stroke?
Helps with personal care, meals and moving safely, takes the person to therapy, helps them practise what therapists set, and keeps the family informed. Medical and therapy decisions stay with the care team.
More senior care near The Meadows
Stroke Recovery Support in nearby cities
- Stroke Recovery Support in Kensington Park, FL
- Stroke Recovery Support in Fruitville, FL
- Stroke Recovery Support in North Sarasota, FL
- Stroke Recovery Support in Sarasota Springs, FL
- Stroke Recovery Support in Sarasota, FL
- Stroke Recovery Support in Southgate, FL
- Stroke Recovery Support in Lake Sarasota, FL
- Stroke Recovery Support in Bee Ridge, FL
- Stroke Recovery Support in South Gate Ridge, FL
- Stroke Recovery Support in Ridge Wood Heights, FL
- Stroke Recovery Support in South Sarasota, FL
- Stroke Recovery Support in Whitfield, FL
- Stroke Recovery Support in Lakewood Ranch, FL
- Stroke Recovery Support in Gulf Gate, FL
- Stroke Recovery Support in Siesta Key, FL
- Stroke Recovery Support in Bayshore Gardens, FL
Other care in The Meadows
- Companion Care in The Meadows
- Dementia Care in The Meadows
- Respite Care in The Meadows
- Live-In Caregivers in The Meadows
- Post-Surgery Care in The Meadows
- Senior Transportation in The Meadows
- Home Health Aides in The Meadows
- Nursing Assistants in The Meadows
- Personal Care in The Meadows
- Overnight Caregivers in The Meadows
- 24-Hour Home Care in The Meadows
- Mobility Assistance in The Meadows
- Parkinson’s Care in The Meadows
- Disability Care for Adults in The Meadows
- Hospice Support in The Meadows
- Senior Meal Preparation in The Meadows
- Senior Housekeeping in The Meadows
- Medication Reminders in The Meadows
- Veterans’ Home Care in The Meadows
Sources
Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year; CMS provider data (October 25, 2026); U.S. DOL state minimum wages (July 1, 2026); BLS OEWS May 2025 aide wages, which cover employed aides rather than private rates.
Find stroke recovery support in The Meadows
Posting is free and takes about ten minutes. Caregivers near The Meadows can see it as soon as it is live.
Create your free family accountLooking for caregiving work instead? Create a free caregiver profile.
