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28% higher than California average
California average: 73%
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Assisted Living in Santa Barbara
Mission Villa
Assisted Living in Santa Barbara
Mission Villa
A cozy senior living community that offers exquisite assisted living and memory care benefits, Mission Villa is one of the premier senior living communities in Santa Barbara. The vibrant home provides the best convenience and comfort for seniors who want to stay active and have a quaint lifestyle. The nurturing environment empowers and enhances the quality of life for residents by tailored care to each unique individual. The cozy home offers an environment where the holistic wellness of seniors is met.
Mission Villa strives to provide its residents with a comfortable lifestyle of everyday living, making it an ideal place to call a new home. Regardless of your living option, management and staff are guaranteed to provide resort-like accommodations with world-class hospitality– assisted living activities, memory care programs, housekeeping, dining services, enriching programs, and 24/7 nursing supervision.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
15
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
93.3%
Residents per day
14
Occupancy rate
93.3%
Residents per day
14
15-bed community
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
4 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score: 73 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Occupancy
28% higher than California average
Occupied beds
14 / 15
Average residents
87 per day
Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceFebruary 14, 2022
CountySANTA BARBARA
Mission Villa is legally operated by Universal Bond, Llc.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Mission Villa
Assisted Living
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.
14 visits
California average: 16 visits
Breakdown by visit type
8 total complaint visits
6 other visits
Other visits include regulatory visits that are not routine inspections or complaint investigations, such as administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, or licensing-related visits.
California average
13 total complaint visits
7 other visits
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5 complaint investigations
Inspections conducted in response to complaints filed by residents, families, staff, or others about possible problems at the facility.
Investigations can have many visits.
California average: 10 complaint investigations
4 official inspections
Routine inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state care and safety standards.
California average: 4 official inspections
13 total citations
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
California average: 10 citations
4 serious citations
A violation that poses an immediate risk to resident health or safety, or represents a substantial failure to comply with licensing requirements.
California average: 3 serious citations
9 moderate citations
A violation that does not pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety but requires correction to remain in compliance.
California average: 4 moderate citations
Latest inspection
Date
October 28, 2025
Complaint Investigation
16 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
California average: 8 deficiencies
Inspection Report Summary for Mission Villa
Most inspections found deficiencies, though several complaint investigations were unsubstantiated. The most recent report from October 28, 2025, cited a deficiency for late reporting of suspected elder abuse following an allegation that a staff member punched a resident; the investigation was ongoing at that time. Earlier reports noted issues with rate increase notification, staff training and staffing shortages, safety hazards like weak smoke alarms and unsafe kitchen conditions, and administrative problems including an expired business license and inadequate administrator presence. There were no fines or license suspensions listed in the available reports. While some improvements appeared, such as no deficiencies in infection control in 2023 and a clean annual inspection in April 2025, the facility has had recurring concerns related mainly to resident care, staff qualifications, and safety compliance.
Compare Assisted Living around Santa Barbara The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
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AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL
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MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
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131
No
42
4
11
7
11
89.3%
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Maravilla Subtenant Llc; Srg Managment Llc
1 Bed / 2 Bed
Westmont of Santa Barbara
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL
Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
Goleta
99
Yes
24
5
24
18
8
65.7%
A-
Mariposa Mgr Gp Of Mariposa Oper; Westmont Living
Studio / 1 Bed
Alexander Gardens
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
Santa Barbara (Upper East)
36
No
64
4
3
3
10
69.4%
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Gl And Vl Llc
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Mission Villa
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
Santa Barbara (Oak Park)
15
No
73
4
8
4
4
93.3%
A+
Universal Bond, Llc
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Divine Care For The Elderly
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
Santa Barbara
6
No
68
3
0
0
3
83.3%
A+
Divine Care For The Elderly, Llc
Private Rooms
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3.0 miles from city center — 0.35 miles to nearest hospital (Cottage Children's Medical Center)
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