Villa Alamar

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.

(805) 884-8588

43-bed community

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

30 years in operation

A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 86 / 100

Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

60%

Lower than the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

26 / 43

Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

StatusLicensed

IssuanceFebruary 20, 2019

CountySanta Barbara

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.

ContactMitch L, Owner

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 5 citations 9 total visits 2 complaint visits 5 official inspections 2 complaint investigations

Inspection Score

1 point 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 2021 vs. California state average

Overall vs. CA average

Latest Inspection February 18, 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.	5	10	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) Violations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.	4	3	This facility has 33% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 33% worse Rank #828 / 1164 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 828th 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) Violations 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 2021.	1	2	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 Average citations per inspection.	0.6	3.3	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 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.	9	16	This facility has 44% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (9 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 44% better
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	2	13	This facility has 85% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 85% better Rank #324 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 324th 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.	2	7	This facility has 71% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 71% 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.	2	10	This facility has 80% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 80% better

Inspection Reports Summary 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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2.0 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Santa Barbara's city center to Villa Alamar's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Maravilla	MC AL IL	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; Srg Managment LLC	1 Bed / 2 Bed
Westmont of Santa Barbara	MC AL IL	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; Westmont Living	Studio / 1 Bed
Villa Alamar	MC	Santa Barbara (North State)	43 Facility 43 CA AVG 103 Rank #1191 / 1657	No	86 Facility 86 CA AVG 57 Rank #267 / 2092	82 Facility 82 CA AVG 81 Rank #793 / 1401	5	2 Facility 2 CA AVG 13 Rank #324 / 1397	4 Facility 4 CA AVG 3 Rank #828 / 1164	30 Facility 30 CA AVG 13 Rank #129 / 1487	60.5% Facility 60.5% CA AVG 74.8% Rank #1095 / 1368	-	Gl And Vl 2, LLC, Gp Of G And V 2 LP	-
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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 Villa Alamar in?

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

Who is the owner of Villa Alamar?

The legal owner and operator of Villa Alamar is Gl And Vl 2, Llc, Gp Of G And V 2 Lp.

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 60%.

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.

Has Villa Alamar had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Villa Alamar has had 5 recently reported deficiencies.

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