About our inpatient rehabilitation hospital
Choosing where to receive care after a life-changing illness or injury is an important decision for you and your loved ones. At Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sarasota, we are committed to helping you get back to what matters most. Located in Sarasota, FL, we are a leading provider of inpatient rehabilitation for stroke, brain injury, hip fracture and other complex neurological and orthopedic conditions.
When you choose Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sarasota for your rehabilitation, you receive compassionate care from an expert team of physical, occupational and speech therapists; physicians; nurses; dietitians; pharmacists and case managers. They will work together to create a plan to help you meet your unique goals.
At our hospital you will receive:
- Three hours of therapy, five days per week
- 24/7 nursing care, including nurses who specialize in rehabilitation
- Frequent visits from a physician*
*We provide access to independent physicians.
Better rehabilitation starts here
Everyone’s recovery is different. At Sarasota, our expert clinicians combine the latest technologies, real-world simulations and advanced therapies into a treatment plan that helps you achieve what’s important to you. Our specialties include:

Stroke rehabilitation

Neurological conditions

Spinal cord injury

Orthopedic conditions
Amenities at our hospital
Televisions
Telephones
Cafeteria
Free WiFi
Parking
Nonsmoking
Courtyard
Pet Friendly
Service Animals Allowed
Interpreter Services
Spanish Translators Available
Support Groups
Volunteers
Student observation hours
Onsite Dialysis
Bariatric Rooms
Day Room
Tours Available
Transportation Services
Therapy Animals

Onsite dialysis
If you or your loved one require dialysis while in our care, you can receive it in the comfort of our hospital. Our portable dialysis machine makes dialysis easy and convenient. Instead of having to transfer to another care facility to receive your dialysis, our care team can administer this life-sustaining procedure at our hospital.

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Our accreditations and certifications
- Stroke Rehabilitation
- Hip Fracture Rehabilitation
- Spinal Cord Rehabilitation
Professional accredited
Our hospital complies with local, state and federal regulations. We are accredited by The Joint Commission, a leader in determining quality and safety standards for healthcare delivery, and the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF).

Proud members of Manatee Chamber of Commerce

Refer a patient to Sarasota
Support groups
Time: 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Location: Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sarasota - 6400 Edgelake Dr.
Contact: Brenda Knight, (941) 374-7352 or brenda.knight@encompasshealth.com
Amputee support group
Time: 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Location: Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sarasota - 6400 Edgelake Dr.
Contact: Brenda Knight, (941) 374-7352 or brenda.knight@encompasshealth.com
Cardiac support group
Time: Noon - 1:30 p.m.
Location: Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce, 2702 Tamiami Trail, Port Charlotte
Contact: Sam Alexander, samuel.alexander@encompasshealth.com (941) 376-2747
Stroke & cardiac support group
Time: Noon - 1:00 p.m.
Location: Venice Fire Dept. Fire Station 1, Meeting Room, 112 Harbor Drive S, Venice
Contact: Cyndi Calk, (941) 284-0074 or cynthia.calk@encompasshealth.com
HOPE stroke support group
Time: 3:30 - 5 p.m.
Location: Manatee Memorial Hospital Auditorium 206 2nd St E Bradenton, FL 34208
Contact: For more information call Julie Lyles at (941) 705-8767
Suncoast MS support group - Sarasota County
Time: Noon - 1:30 p.m.
Location: Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sarasota - 1st Floor Day Room
Contact: Patti Gerlek, (941) 228-5719 or SuncoastMS941@gmail.com