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Villa Alamar
Front entrance of Villa Alamar with garden Exterior view of Villa Alamar with landscaped garden Cozy private room with a bed and dresser Cozy common area in a senior living facility with floral arrangement Outdoor seating area with plants and benches Outdoor seating area with mural backdrop

Villa Alamar

45 E Alamar Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93105 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Villa Alamar

Villa Alamar, located in Santa Barbara, CA, is a memory care community offering quality care services for their senior residents living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Their highly skilled staff ensures each residents wellness by providing personalized care through a variety of services including cognitive stimulation and social activities, assistance with daily living activities as well as medication management. This unique community is the last independently owned memory care provider on Santa Barbara’s Upper East Side
Additionally, this senior living community also provides residents with eating and dietary support monitoring by ensuring that they receive balanced and nutritious meals, daily. Furthermore, incontinence support and monitoring, beauty services, and laundry and linen services are also provided, to support the residents’ need of a hygienic living environment, where they can all thrive with dignity.

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Bed community size
43-bed community Rank #1183 / 1648Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1183rd out of 1648 homes in California for Bed Count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
30 years in operation Rank #133 / 1494Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 133rd out of 1494 homes in California for Years In Operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 86 / 100 Rank #267 / 2087Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 267th out of 2087 homes in California for Walk Score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
61%
Rank #1184 / 1496Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1184th out of 1496 homes in California for Occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1496. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
26 / 43
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceFebruary 20, 2019
CountySanta Barbara

Ownership & Operating Entity

Villa Alamar is legally operated by Gl And Vl 2, LLC, Gp Of G And V 2 LP, and administered by Mitch Leichter.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactMitch L, Owner (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

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Inspection History

In California, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 5 citations 9 total visits 2 complaint visits 5 official inspections 2 complaint investigations
Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical California assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

1 point above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #792 / 1399 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 792nd out of 1399 homes in California for Inspection Score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1399 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. Inspection score: 82 out of 100. Letter grade B-. 1 point above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2021 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 2 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Serious citations (Type A) (33% above)
• Official inspections (25% above) 8 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (50% below)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (75% below)
• Citations per year (50% below)
• Citations per inspection (82% below)
• Total visits (44% below)
• Complaint visits (85% below)
• Other visits (71% below)
• Complaint investigations (80% below)
Latest Inspection February 18, 2026

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 510 This facility has 50% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 50% better
Serious citations (Type A) Info Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action. 43 This facility has 33% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 33% worse Rank #829 / 1160 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 829th out of 1160 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1160 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Moderate citations (Type B) Info Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 14 This facility has 75% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 75% better
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2021. 12 This facility has 50% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 2).↓ 50% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.63.3 This facility has 82% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.6 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 82% better

Inspections & Visits Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 916 This facility has 44% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (9 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 44% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 213 This facility has 85% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 85% better Rank #324 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 324th out of 1388 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1388 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 27 This facility has 71% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 71% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 54 This facility has 25% more official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 210 This facility has 80% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 80% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The most recent inspection on February 26, 2025 found no deficiencies and confirmed compliance with physical environment, fire safety, medication storage, and staff certification requirements.
  • A February 1, 2024 inspection cited one immediate safety risk deficiency for allowing a staff member to work without being properly associated with the facility.
  • A March 22, 2021 complaint investigation substantiated failures in resident supervision leading to elopement and missing a signed Admission Agreement, posing immediate health and personal rights risks.
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Address 2.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Santa Barbara's city center to Villa Alamar's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Memory Care around Santa Barbara

The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.

Covenant Living at the Samarkand
MC
AL
NH
SNF
Santa Barbara (Samarkand)
379
Facility 379
CA AVG 104
Rank #31 / 1648
No
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 57
Rank #1343 / 2087
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 81
Rank #398 / 1399
6
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #210 / 1388
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #599 / 1160
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 13
Rank #92 / 1494
 85.2% A+Covenant Living West-
Casa Dorinda
MC
AL
NH
SNF
Santa Barbara
360
Facility 360
CA AVG 104
Rank #34 / 1648
No
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 57
Rank #2039 / 2087
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 81
Rank #630 / 1399
5
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #525 / 1388
-
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 13
Rank #108 / 1494
 85.3% -Montecito Retirement Association-
Vista Del Monte Retirement Community
MC
AL
IL
Santa Barbara (Hidden Valley)
266
Facility 266
CA AVG 104
Rank #74 / 1648
Yes
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 57
Rank #1869 / 2087
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 81
Rank #355 / 1399
5
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #324 / 1388
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #412 / 1160
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #159 / 1494
 75.6% A+Walgenbach, Brian & Gill, DougStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Heritage House
MC
AL
Santa Barbara (Goleta)
68
Facility 68
CA AVG 104
Rank #1013 / 1648
No
67
Facility 67
CA AVG 57
Rank #829 / 2087
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 81
Rank #1 / 1399
4
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1388
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1160
23
Facility 23
CA AVG 13
Rank #292 / 1494
 85.3% -Heritage House GroupPrivate Rooms
Villa Alamar
MC
Santa Barbara (North State)
43
Facility 43
CA AVG 104
Rank #1183 / 1648
No
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 57
Rank #267 / 2087
82
Facility 82
CA AVG 81
Rank #792 / 1399
5
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #324 / 1388
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #829 / 1160
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 13
Rank #133 / 1494
 60.5% -Gl And Vl 2, LLC, Gp Of G And V 2 LP-
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Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in California

Villa Alamar is located in Santa Barbara, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in California.

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Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CA

County-managed; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home support (4-6 hours/day) Respite care (14 days/year) Meals (~$6/meal) Transportation (8 trips/month) Care management

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Age 65+
General California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medi-Cal threshold
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Can hire family as caregivers.

Benefits
Personal care (up to 283 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Benefits
Case management Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Minor home mods (avg. $500) Adult day care (~$50/day)

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+
General California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.
Income Limits (2025) ~$51,500/year household, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Equity-based; no strict asset cap.
CA

Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.

Benefits
Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.

Benefits
Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day) Medication management Social services

California CARES Program

CA CARES

Age —
General Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.
CA

High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Benefits
Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

Frequently Asked Questions about Villa Alamar

What neighborhood is Villa Alamar in?

Villa Alamar is in the North State neighborhood of Santa Barbara.

Who is the owner of Villa Alamar?

Villa Alamar is legally operated by Gl And Vl 2, LLC, Gp Of G And V 2 LP, and administered by Mitch Leichter.

Is Villa Alamar in a walkable area?

Villa Alamar has a walk score of 86. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the occupancy rate at Villa Alamar?

Villa Alamar's occupancy is 61%.

Are pets allowed at Villa Alamar?

No, Villa Alamar has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Villa Alamar?

Mitch Leichter is the administrator of Villa Alamar.

How many beds does Villa Alamar have?

Villa Alamar has 43 beds.

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