[fernanbev]

So, I am thinking of moving to FLA. Most likely the SW Gulf Coast. I am from the Mid-Hudson Valley, NY (2hrs north of NYC). A suburban area with all of the amenities. I am looking for a similar area in Florida, but don't know where to begin. Do not like Pasco or Pinellas counties. Looking for a town in Sarasota County. Two issues, I am a 30 yr old gay male and I have a brother that is mentally-ill(high-functioning). So I need an area that can accomodate both of our needs. Close proximity to doctors and an accepting community with okay nightlife. (Not Tampa, Miami or Ft. Lauderdale) Do not want to be in a traffic jam all day!!!!! What about the suburbs of Orlando? Is it okay there, since I've only been to Disney... Looking for a newer home (low-mid 300). Thanks

[Lilybeans]

Palm Beach County will fulfill your needs.

[riveree]

I think a lot of Florida would suit you as much of Florida is suburban in nature.

Most of the major Florida cities are gay-friendly, but some have more significant gay communities. I'm in Jax, and though the city is fairly gay-friendly, the gay and lesbian communities here are small.

I'd look closely into your brother's needs. Social Services seem to be lacking all over Florida and you may not find the support he needs everywhere here - it is not like NY. If he needs particular types of doctors/support groups/etc., I'd be certain those were in place before making any moves.

Orlando is okay, it wouldn't be my choice (no Ocean, too much Disney, too hot in the middle of the state, etc.), but there is nightlife and plenty of people (maybe TOO MANY people based on what you're looking for ).

If you're willing to live in the middle of the state, have you thought about Gainesville? If you're coming from the Catskill Mountain area, Gainesville might be your speed (might find good care for your brother there too).

[Kenny1948]

Originally Posted by fernanbev

So, I am thinking of moving to FLA. Most likely the SW Gulf Coast. I am from the Mid-Hudson Valley, NY (2hrs north of NYC). A suburban area with all of the amenities. I am looking for a similar area in Florida, but don't know where to begin. Do not like Pasco or Pinellas counties. Looking for a town in Sarasota County. Two issues, I am a 30 yr old gay male and I have a brother that is mentally-ill(high-functioning). So I need an area that can accomodate both of our needs. Close proximity to doctors and an accepting community with okay nightlife. (Not Tampa, Miami or Ft. Lauderdale) Do not want to be in a traffic jam all day!!!!! What about the suburbs of Orlando? Is it okay there, since I've only been to Disney... Looking for a newer home (low-mid 300). Thanks

Did you ever find such a place? I am very curious as I live in Pasco county. One of the places you ruled out. Outside of places you have already ruled out, I don't think such a place exists anywhere in Florida.

[Strel]

Originally Posted by fernanbev

So, I am thinking of moving to FLA. Most likely the SW Gulf Coast. I am from the Mid-Hudson Valley, NY (2hrs north of NYC). A suburban area with all of the amenities. I am looking for a similar area in Florida, but don't know where to begin. Do not like Pasco or Pinellas counties. Looking for a town in Sarasota County. Two issues, I am a 30 yr old gay male and I have a brother that is mentally-ill(high-functioning). So I need an area that can accomodate both of our needs. Close proximity to doctors and an accepting community with okay nightlife. (Not Tampa, Miami or Ft. Lauderdale) Do not want to be in a traffic jam all day!!!!! What about the suburbs of Orlando? Is it okay there, since I've only been to Disney... Looking for a newer home (low-mid 300). Thanks

Tallahassee....except there would not be much nightlife.

But I'm not gay, so there may be more going on than I know about.