Vienna at Santianna – Memory Care
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Nursing Care · Carlsbad, CA

Vienna at Santianna – Memory Care

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Nursing Care · Carlsbad, CA

Overview of Vienna at Santianna – Memory Care

Nestled in the beautiful town of Carlsbad, CA, Vienna at Santianna – Memory Care provides a warm and boutique approach to memory care, ideal for those in the Carlsbad community seeking specialized support. As an intimate family-owned property, this community focuses on nurturing strong connections and delivering exceptional and personalized care. With 56 well-appointed suites featuring open floor plans, large windows, and modern finishes, residents can enjoy spacious accommodations alongside carefully curated shared spaces that promote comfort and social engagement.

The community’s dedication to quality of life is reflected in a wide array of amenities, including a charming courtyard with garden beds and a welcoming lobby bistro. Daily life is enhanced by its signature memory care program, “The Journey”, which combines meaningful activities and wellness programs tailored to each resident’s cognitive abilities. Vienna at Santianna – Memory Care invites residents to experience joy, connection, and a true sense of belonging.

Capacity and availability

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Lower occupancy than the California average: 73.9%
Occupancy rate
65.9% Rank #1076 / 1492Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1076th out of 1492 homes in California for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1492. 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.
Years in operation
4 years in operation Rank #1128 / 1504Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1128th out of 1504 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.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 18 / 100 Rank #1872 / 2058Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1872nd out of 2058 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceApril 21, 2022
CountySan Diego

Ownership & Operating Entity

Vienna at Santianna – Memory Care is legally operated by Oakmont Of Carlsbad LLC and Oakmont Management Group, and administered by Tammie Sampedro.

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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 2022 · 4 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 13 citations 39 total visits 24 complaint visits 2 official inspections 21 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.

12 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #1151 / 1475 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1151st out of 1475 homes in California for inspection score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1475 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: 69 out of 100. Letter grade D+. 12 points below 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 2022 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 2 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total citations (30% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (175% above)
2 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Serious citations (Type A) (33% below)
• Citations per inspection (91% below)

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. 1310 This facility has 30% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (13 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 30% worse
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. 23 This facility has 33% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 33% better Rank #724 / 1434 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 724th out of 1434 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1434 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. 114 This facility has 175% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (11 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 175% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.33.3 This facility has 91% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.3 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 91% better

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

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of official scheduled inspections, complaint visits and other regulatory visits. California counts each evaluation report, so one trip can count twice when it serves two purposes. 3916 This facility has had 144% more total inspections than the California average (39 vs. CA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 144% more
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 2413 This facility has had 85% more complaint visits than the California average (24 vs. CA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 85% more Rank #1182 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1182nd 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. 137 This facility has had 86% more other visits than the California average (13 vs. CA avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 86% more
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 24 This facility has had 50% fewer official inspections than the California average (2 vs. CA avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 50% fewer
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 2110 This facility has had 110% more complaint investigations than the California average (21 vs. CA avg 10). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 110% more

What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: Private / Companion Suites

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Building Type: Two-story

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Places of interest near Vienna at Santianna – Memory Care

Address 5.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Carlsbad's city center to Vienna at Santianna – Memory Care's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Vienna at Santianna – Memory Care
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Carlsbad (Carlsbad Research Center)
226
Facility 226
CA AVG 104
Rank #109 / 1646
No
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 59
Rank #1872 / 2058
69
Facility 69
CA AVG 81
Rank #1151 / 1475
39
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 13
Rank #1182 / 1388
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #724 / 1434
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1128 / 1504
65.9% -Oakmont Of Carlsbad LLC And Oakmont Management GroupPrivate / Companion Suites
Bayshire Carlsbad
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Carlsbad (Palamai)
125
Facility 125
CA AVG 104
Rank #525 / 1646
Yes 59
79
Facility 79
CA AVG 81
Rank #872 / 1475
33
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 13
Rank #1107 / 1388
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1434
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #155 / 1504
93.6% A+Camino Real Care LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Sunrise at La Costa
AL
MC
Carlsbad
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 104
Rank #560 / 1646
Yes 70
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 81
Rank #563 / 1475
22
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #886 / 1388
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1434
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 13
Rank #292 / 1504
71.7% -Al I/La Costa Senior Hsg And Sunrise Senior Lvg MgtStudio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
GlenBrook Health Center
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Carlsbad
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 104
Rank #809 / 1646
No 57
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 81
Rank #123 / 1475
12
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #326 / 1388
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1434
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 13
Rank #344 / 1504
64.2% -Glenbrook Hc LLC/Life Services LLC-
La Costa Glen
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IL
MC
NH
SNF
Carlsbad
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 104
Rank #1319 / 1646
No
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 59
Rank #1781 / 2058
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 81
Rank #1 / 1475
4
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1388
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1434
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #562 / 1504
100.0% -Dna Swagerty, Inc-

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Vienna at Santianna – Memory Care is located in Carlsbad, 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 Vienna at Santianna – Memory Care

What neighborhood is Vienna at Santianna – Memory Care in?

Vienna at Santianna – Memory Care is in the Carlsbad Research Center neighborhood of Carlsbad.

Who is the owner of Vienna at Santianna – Memory Care?

Vienna at Santianna – Memory Care is legally operated by Oakmont Of Carlsbad LLC and Oakmont Management Group, and administered by Tammie Sampedro.

Is Vienna at Santianna – Memory Care in a walkable area?

Vienna at Santianna – Memory Care has a walk score of 18. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

How long has Vienna at Santianna – Memory Care been in business?

Vienna at Santianna – Memory Care has been operating for approximately 4 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Vienna at Santianna – Memory Care?

No, Vienna at Santianna – Memory Care has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Vienna at Santianna – Memory Care?

Tammie Sampedro is the administrator of Vienna at Santianna – Memory Care.

Has Vienna at Santianna – Memory Care had any citations?

Vienna at Santianna – Memory Care has had 13 reported citations since 2022 according to records from California Department of Social Services (CDSS).

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