Compare Assisted Living around Santa Barbara (Metro Area)
The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
| 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 | 23 | 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; Westmont Living | Studio / 1 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 | 12 | 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; Srg Managment LLC | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Wood Glen Hall | AL IL RC | Santa Barbara (East San Roque) | 72
Facility
72
CA AVG
103
Rank
#981 / 1657 | No |
54
Facility
54
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1242 / 2092 | 85
Facility
85
CA AVG
81
Rank
#688 / 1401 | 11 | 14
Facility
14
CA AVG
13
Rank
#995 / 1397 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
3
Rank
#413 / 1164 | - |
68.1%
Facility
68.1%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#895 / 1368 | A+ | Wood Glen Hall Inc | Private Rooms |
| Heritage House | AL MC | Santa Barbara (Goleta) | 68
Facility
68
CA AVG
103
Rank
#1017 / 1657 | No |
67
Facility
67
CA AVG
57
Rank
#830 / 2092 | 96
Facility
96
CA AVG
81
Rank
#1 / 1401 | 5 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1 / 1397 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1164 | 23
Facility
23
CA AVG
13
Rank
#289 / 1487 |
85.3%
Facility
85.3%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#374 / 1368 | - | Heritage House Group | Private Rooms |
| 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 | 37 | 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 |
| Covenant Living at the Samarkand | AL MC NH | 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 | - |
| 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 | 7 | 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 |
| Casa Dorinda | AL MC NH | Santa Barbara | 360
Facility
360
CA AVG
103
Rank
#34 / 1657 | No |
2
Facility
2
CA AVG
57
Rank
#2044 / 2092 | 86
Facility
86
CA AVG
81
Rank
#630 / 1401 | 5 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
13
Rank
#529 / 1397 | - | 32
Facility
32
CA AVG
13
Rank
#106 / 1487 |
85.3%
Facility
85.3%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#374 / 1368 | - | Montecito Retirement Association | - |
| 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 | 9 | 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 |
| Cliff View Terrace | AL | Santa Barbara (Alta Mesa) | 72
Facility
72
CA AVG
103
Rank
#981 / 1657 | No |
72
Facility
72
CA AVG
57
Rank
#674 / 2092 | 89
Facility
89
CA AVG
81
Rank
#461 / 1401 | 5 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
13
Rank
#324 / 1397 | - | 33
Facility
33
CA AVG
13
Rank
#91 / 1487 |
55.6%
Facility
55.6%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#1167 / 1368 | - | Cliff View Terrace, Inc | - |
Overview of Abundant Care
Abundant Care is a boutique-style Santa Barbara community offering memory care support. The elegant community gives off a homelike atmosphere for residents to feel a sense of belonging in a community they found. Abundant care provides endless opportunities for seniors to discover their new home.
Community accommodations are designed and created to maximize every feature for an enhanced living. The staff encourages an active lifestyle, providing activities that include outings and programs while experiencing state-of-the-art amenities. The well-trained nursing staff helps the residents fulfill their wellness, safety, and security.
Welcome to Residential Assisted Living Santa Barbara, a cozy and supportive home located in the beautiful city of Santa Barbara. Nestled in this charming community, our assisted living facility provides a warm and inviting atmosphere for seniors seeking comfort and care. Dedicated caregivers ensure personalized assistance and attention to promote the well-being and happiness of residents. With tailored services, engaging activities, and a serene environment, our goal is to create a sense of community and foster an active and fulfilling lifestyle. At Residential Assisted Living Santa Barbara, we strive to enhance the quality of life for residents and offer peace of mind to their loved ones.
Cliff View Terrace is a 72-bed nursing home at 1020 Cliff Drive in Santa Barbara, California, operated by Cliff View Terrace, Inc. The community has been operating for 33 years and is found in a highly walkable neighborhood (Walk Score: 72), where a majority of errands can be done on foot and many essentials are within a short walk.
Cliff View Terrace delivers comprehensive nursing care supported by an on-site medical staff and doctor on staff. 24-hour staffing is available. The community emphasizes meal and dietary expertise as part of its care model, and service staff are spotlighted as central to the community’s operational philosophy.
State health inspections on file signify that the facility maintains its regulatory compliance with no recent deficiencies or citations, implying consistent adherence to health and safety standards.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these assisted living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
01
Resident & Family Experience 35%
The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.
- Includes
- Review Sentiment
- Review Volume
02
Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- State Inspections
- Citations/Inspection
- % Inspections w/ Citations
- Complaint Visits
- Accreditations
- BBB Rating
03
Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
- Includes
- Video Tours
- Virtual Walkthroughs
- Photo Quantity
- Photo Quality
04
Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
- Includes
- Website Content
- Mobile Usability
- Staff Info Available
- Owner Info Available
05
Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
06
Environment & Pricing 5%
Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Santa Barbara, CA
What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in California?
Assisted living in California supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in California?
Assisted living in California is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does California Medicaid cover assisted living?
California Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including California) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.
What is assisted living?
Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.
How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?
This page features 13 assisted living facilities in Santa Barbara, CA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Santa Barbara, CA?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Santa Barbara, CA, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Santa Barbara, CA?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
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