Alexander Gardens

Overview of Alexander Gardens

Alexander Gardens Assisted Living proudly provides a home-like environment where its residents are treated like family. Residential living heeds a lifestyle of comfort. The community is where seniors thrive and retire gracefully thanks to the genuine support and care from a team of professionals. The assisted living home promotes a villa-type setting balanced with a permanent vacation feeling that can inspire residential living. This unique community is the last independently owned provider on Santa Barbara’s Upper East Side.

One of Santa Barbara’s most trusted communities, Alexander Gardens practices a person-centered approach, providing a reliable environment through maintenance-free services, housekeeping services, comfortable common spaces, and delicious dining experiences. They boast their highly trained care staff, spacious apartments, and a list of calendar-filled activities for an engaging and enriching experience during their stay.

Facility Direct Line (805) 682-9644

36-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

10 years in operation

A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 64 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

64%

Lower than the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

23 / 36

Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

StatusLicensed

IssuanceNovember 16, 2015

CountySanta Barbara

License Number425801995

Alexander Gardens is legally operated by Gl And Vl Llc, and administered by Mitchell Leichter.

Beauty Salon

Chef-Prepared Meals

Since 2020 · 6 years of data 4 citations 13 total visits 5 complaint visits 4 official inspections 1 complaint investigation

Inspection Score

5 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard 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 2020 vs. California state average

Overall vs. CA average

Latest Inspection March 2, 2026

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	4	10	This facility has 60% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 60% better
Serious citations (Type A) Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.	3	3	This facility has serious citations (type a) in line with the California average (3 vs. CA avg 3).— At avg Rank #753 / 1164 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 753rd out of 1164 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1164 comparable communities in the ranking pool. 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) Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.	1	4	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 Average citations per year since 2020.	0.7	1.7	This facility has 59% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (0.7 vs. CA avg 1.7).↓ 59% better
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	0.3	3.3	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 State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total visits Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.	13	16	This facility has 19% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (13 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 19% better
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	5	13	This facility has 62% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 62% better Rank #592 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 592nd out of 1397 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1397 comparable communities in the ranking pool. 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 Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.	4	7	This facility has 43% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 43% better
Official inspections Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.	4	4	This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg
Complaint investigations On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.	1	10	This facility has 90% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 90% better

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

November 7, 2025 annual inspection cited two immediate health and safety risk deficiencies for missing criminal background clearance and improper staff association.
December 20, 2023 complaint investigation substantiated delayed staff response to resident call buttons exceeding 20 minutes, posing potential health and safety risks.
November 20, 2023 annual inspection found no deficiencies and full compliance with health, safety, infection control, and medication storage regulations.

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What does this home offer?

Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms

Building Type: Single-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

1.4 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Santa Barbara's city center to Alexander Gardens's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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


Vista Del Monte Retirement Community	AL IL MC	Santa Barbara (Hidden Valley)	266 Facility 266 CA AVG 103 Rank #74 / 1657	Yes	18 Facility 18 CA AVG 57 Rank #1874 / 2092	91 Facility 91 CA AVG 81 Rank #355 / 1401	5	2 Facility 2 CA AVG 13 Rank #324 / 1397	1 Facility 1 CA AVG 3 Rank #413 / 1164	28 Facility 28 CA AVG 13 Rank #158 / 1487	75.6% Facility 75.6% CA AVG 74.8% Rank #711 / 1368	A+	Walgenbach, Brian & Gill, Doug	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Maravilla	AL IL MC	Santa Barbara (Calle Real)	131 Facility 131 CA AVG 103 Rank #482 / 1657	No	42 Facility 42 CA AVG 57 Rank #1527 / 2092	67 Facility 67 CA AVG 81 Rank #1156 / 1401	5	10 Facility 10 CA AVG 13 Rank #850 / 1397	7 Facility 7 CA AVG 3 Rank #988 / 1164	11 Facility 11 CA AVG 13 Rank #610 / 1487	95.4% Facility 95.4% CA AVG 74.8% Rank #181 / 1368	-	Maravilla Subtenant LLC And Srg Managment LLC	1 Bed / 2 Bed
Westmont of Santa Barbara	AL IL MC	Goleta	99 Facility 99 CA AVG 103 Rank #725 / 1657	Yes	24 Facility 24 CA AVG 57 Rank #1798 / 2092	59 Facility 59 CA AVG 81 Rank #1301 / 1401	5	24 Facility 24 CA AVG 13 Rank #1187 / 1397	18 Facility 18 CA AVG 3 Rank #1133 / 1164	8 Facility 8 CA AVG 13 Rank #738 / 1487	72.7% Facility 72.7% CA AVG 74.8% Rank #782 / 1368	A-	Mariposa Mgr Gp Of Mariposa Oper And Westmont Living	Studio / 1 Bed
Alexander Gardens	AL MC	Santa Barbara (Upper East)	36 Facility 36 CA AVG 103 Rank #1238 / 1657	No	64 Facility 64 CA AVG 57 Rank #923 / 2092	86 Facility 86 CA AVG 81 Rank #630 / 1401	4	5 Facility 5 CA AVG 13 Rank #592 / 1397	3 Facility 3 CA AVG 3 Rank #753 / 1164	10 Facility 10 CA AVG 13 Rank #662 / 1487	63.9% Facility 63.9% CA AVG 74.8% Rank #1025 / 1368	-	Gl And Vl LLC	Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Mission Villa	AL HC MC RC	Santa Barbara (Oak Park)	15 Facility 15 CA AVG 103 Rank #1297 / 1657	No	73 Facility 73 CA AVG 57 Rank #642 / 2092	72 Facility 72 CA AVG 81 Rank #1051 / 1401	4	9 Facility 9 CA AVG 13 Rank #814 / 1397	4 Facility 4 CA AVG 3 Rank #828 / 1164	4 Facility 4 CA AVG 13 Rank #1100 / 1487	80.0% Facility 80.0% CA AVG 74.8% Rank #593 / 1368	A+	Universal Bond, LLC	Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms

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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).

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

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

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.

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

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.

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)

What neighborhood is Alexander Gardens in?

Alexander Gardens is in the Upper East neighborhood of Santa Barbara.

Who is the owner of Alexander Gardens?

Alexander Gardens is legally operated by Gl And Vl Llc, and administered by Mitchell Leichter.

Is Alexander Gardens in a walkable area?

Alexander Gardens has a walk score of 64. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at Alexander Gardens?

Alexander Gardens's occupancy is 64%.

Who is the administrator of Alexander Gardens?

Mitchell Leichter is the administrator of Alexander Gardens.

How many beds does Alexander Gardens have?

Alexander Gardens has 36 beds.

Has Alexander Gardens had any recent citations?

Alexander Gardens has had 9 recently reported citations.

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