Maravilla

Overview of Maravilla

Maravilla operates across three care levels (assisted living, independent living, memory care) at 5486 Calle Real in Santa Barbara, managed by Senior Resource Group under Ruth E Grande’s administration. The 131-bed community is structured as three stories with flexible housing: suites, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom units ranging from 398 to 1,177 square feet. Eleven years of operating history, paired with 95% occupancy (125 of 131 beds filled), suggest consistent market demand.

The neighborhood scores 42 on the Walk Score, meaning some services are walkable but most trips require a car. It’s 8.8 miles from downtown Santa Barbara. The facility offers beauty services, transportation, housekeeping, social and recreational programming, exercise, a swimming pool, and structured programs called Zest Wellness, Dine Your Way, and SyneRGy. These are the operational anchors.

State surveys have documented serious deficiencies involving staff qualifications and building safety systems, including an immediate health and safety risk tied to staff management and an inoperable elevator. Substantiated complaints detail delays in toileting care, poor communication with residents’ authorized representatives, and failure to seek timely medical attention after a resident fall. A background check deficiency for a private caregiver was cited, then corrected. The facility shows seven serious citations against a state average of three, and seven moderate citations against an average of four.

The inspection pattern suggests systemic gaps in care coordination, staff management, and safety systems. Maravilla’s high occupancy and longevity don’t correlate with inspection findings that point to operational deficiencies families should evaluate directly before placement decisions.

Facility Direct Line (323) 721-4162

131-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

11 years in operation

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

Walk Score: 42 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

95%

Higher than the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

125 / 131

Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

StatusLicensed

IssuanceFebruary 20, 2015

CountySanta Barbara

Maravilla is legally operated by Maravilla Subtenant LLC and Srg Managment LLC, and administered by Ruth E Grande.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 14 citations 20 total visits 10 complaint visits 5 official inspections 10 complaint investigations

Inspection Score

14 points below 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 2021 vs. California state average

Overall vs. CA average

Latest Inspection February 24, 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.	14	10	This facility has 40% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (14 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 40% worse
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.	7	3	This facility has 133% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (7 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 133% worse Rank #988 / 1164 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 988th 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.	7	4	This facility has 75% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (7 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 75% worse
Citations per year Average citations per year since 2021.	2.8	2	This facility has 40% more citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (2.8 vs. CA avg 2).↑ 40% worse
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	0.7	3.3	This facility has 79% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.7 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 79% 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.	20	16	This facility has 25% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (20 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 25% worse
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	10	13	This facility has 23% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (10 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 23% better Rank #850 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 850th 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.	5	7	This facility has 29% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 29% better
Official inspections Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.	5	4	This facility has 25% more official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse
Complaint investigations On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.	10	10	This facility has complaint investigations in line with the California average (10 vs. CA avg 10).— At avg

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

February 24, 2026 annual inspection found two deficiencies including an immediate health and safety risk from erroneous staff disassociation and an inoperable elevator, resulting in civil penalties.
October 21, 2025 complaint investigations substantiated delays in toileting care, poor communication with authorized representatives, and failure to seek timely medical attention for a resident after a fall.
Background check deficiency for a private caregiver cited in September 2024 was corrected and plan of correction accepted, showing partial compliance progress.

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What does this home offer?

Room Sizes: 398 / 541 / 605 / 641 / 993 / 955 / 1150 / 1177 sq. ft

Housing Options: Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed

Building Type: 3-story

Beauty Services

Transportation Services

Housekeeping Services

Social and Recreational Activities

Exercise Programs

Swimming Pool

Parking Available

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


Covenant Living at the Samarkand	AL MC NH SNF	Santa Barbara (Samarkand)	379 Facility 379 CA AVG 103 Rank #31 / 1657	No	50 Facility 50 CA AVG 57 Rank #1345 / 2092	90 Facility 90 CA AVG 81 Rank #398 / 1401	6	1 Facility 1 CA AVG 13 Rank #210 / 1397	2 Facility 2 CA AVG 3 Rank #600 / 1164	33 Facility 33 CA AVG 13 Rank #91 / 1487	85.2% Facility 85.2% CA AVG 74.8% Rank #379 / 1368	A+	Covenant Living West	-
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
Mission Villa	AL HOS MC RESC	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 Maravilla in?

Maravilla is in the Calle Real neighborhood of Santa Barbara.

Who is the owner of Maravilla?

Maravilla is legally operated by Maravilla Subtenant LLC and Srg Managment LLC, and administered by Ruth E Grande.

Is Maravilla in a walkable area?

Maravilla has a walk score of 42. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the occupancy rate at Maravilla?

Maravilla's occupancy is 95%.

Who is the administrator of Maravilla?

Ruth E Grande is the administrator of Maravilla.

How many beds does Maravilla have?

Maravilla has 131 beds.

Has Maravilla had any recent citations?

Maravilla has had 16 recently reported citations.

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Inspection History

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.

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

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

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

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Multipurpose Senior Services Program

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

California CARES Program

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