Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara

Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara is an Independent Living Home in California Pacifica Senior Living Santa… is an Independent Living Home in California

Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara

325 W Islay St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 View Map
Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara is an Independent Living Home in California Pacifica Senior Living Santa… is an Independent Living Home in California
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Description

A proud Pacifica Senior Living community member, PSL Santa Barbara is an independent living, assisted living, and memory care home with an exquisite environment guaranteed to make residents feel welcome in their friendly atmosphere. The senior living community provides a life of amenities and services that create a comfortable and secure environment for residents. Whatever you seek, the community is ready to help and offer it. PSL Santa Barbara is an elegant community that ensures the trust and dedication of the staff to provide quality care and service – which families have recognized time and time again.

Pacifica Senior Living’s lifestyle is centered on the comfort and flexibility of its residents through residential assisted living amenities and services such as housekeeping, laundry, social events, recreational activities, fitness classes, medication management, and transportation.

Home Information Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara

Inspection Report Summary for Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara

Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara (Facility #425802116) received a series of unannounced inspections during 2022 that identified several compliance gaps in infection control, record‑keeping, facility maintenance, and staff staffing. All visits were conducted by Community Care Licensing Program Analysts and resulted in citations under Title 22, Division 6. Each citation included a plan of correction (POC) with a specified due date and the potential for a civil penalty if the deficiency was not remedied.

The February 25, 2022 visit focused on infection control. The analyst noted that provider information notices (PINs) were posted only in the medication room, not in a location visible to residents, and that some private rooms lacked paper towels. The facility administrator agreed to post PINs on the bulletin board and to supply towels. A separate deficiency arose when the analyst discovered one staff member on the roster without a required criminal record clearance. The administrator removed the individual from the schedule and committed to verifying clearances for all employees before they begin work. A civil penalty was issued under CCR 87355(e)(1) and the POC was due February 26, 2022.

During the July 5, 2022 visit, the analyst observed an abandoned washing machine that had not been removed despite a prior promise. The presence of the unused machine violated CCR 87303(a), which requires the facility to be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times. The citation noted the potential health and safety risk to residents and the public. The POC deadline for removal and cleanup was July 7, 2022.

The September 16, 2022 visit identified a lack of a designated substitute administrator on the premises 24 hours per day, violating §1569.618. This deficiency posed a health and safety risk to residents. Additionally, the analyst observed staff wearing masks that did not fully cover the nose, and the facility did not ensure the personal rights of residents for safe, healthful accommodations as required by §87468.1(a)(2). The POCs for both deficiencies were set for September 19, 2022, with the same civil penalty risk if not corrected.

Across all four inspections, recurring themes emerged: inadequate administrative presence, lapses in staff credentialing, and deficiencies in maintaining a clean, safe environment. The citations and POCs underscore the need for Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara to strengthen its compliance systems, particularly around staffing protocols, record management, and facility upkeep, to safeguard resident safety and uphold California’s licensing standards.

Bed Count
Bed Count (Facility Capacity) Info This is the number of people who can stay here (Facility Capacity).
36
Years in Business
Years in Business
6

Facility Overview

  • Current Occupancy Info Shows the current occupancy rate and estimated residents versus total licensed beds. 38.9% (14/36)
  • Facility Type Info Indicates the state license category — e.g., RCFE (Residential Care Facility for the Elderly). RESIDENTIAL CARE ELDERLY
  • License Status Info Shows whether the facility is currently licensed, closed, or pending renewal. LICENSED
  • Licensed Since Info Date when the facility’s license was first issued by the state. February 11, 2019
  • Licensee / Operator Info Entity or organization legally responsible for managing this facility. PAC COAST INC,GP OF PAC COAST LP;SANTA BARBARA MGR
  • County Info The county where the facility is located. SANTA BARBARA
  • License Details Info License information registered with the Better Business Bureau.
    • California Department of Social Services (#425802116)

Inspection & Compliance

  • All Visits Info Sum of inspections, complaint visits, and other administrative visits. 26 visits
  • Inspections Info Formal inspections conducted by the state’s licensing division. 4 inspections
  • Other Visits Info Administrative or follow-up visits not related to complaints or inspections. 13 visits
  • Complaint Visits Info Inspections triggered by official complaints filed with the state. 24 complaints
  • Citations Info Number of deficiencies or violations found during inspections. 42 citations
  • BBB Rating Info BBB ratings (A+ to F) reflect how reliably a business handles customer interactions and complaints. They're based on complaint history, transparency, licensing, and time in business — not on customer reviews. NR (No Rating) means the BBB doesn't have enough information yet or the business is under review. Rated A+
  • Inspection Reports Info View archived inspection reports for this facility. View Inspection Reports

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

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Walk Score: 76

Residents can accomplish many errands by walking. Sidewalks and crossings are safe, and essential amenities are close by.

Types of Care at Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara

Independent Living Memory Care Respite Care
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Address 1.4 miles from city center

Address 325 W Islay St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

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Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for California Seniors

Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Multipurpose Senior Services Program
MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)
  • General: Age 65+, 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).
  • CA Specifics: County-managed; waitlists possible.
  • Services: 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)
  • General: Age 65+, California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
  • Income Limits: ~$1,732/month (individual, Medi-Cal threshold).
  • Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
  • CA Specifics: Can hire family as caregivers.
  • Services: Personal care (up to 283 hours/month), homemaker services, respite (varies).
Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)
  • General: Age 65+, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.
  • Income Limits: ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
  • CA Specifics: Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.
  • Services: Case management, respite care (up to 10 days/year), minor home mods (avg. $500), adult day care (~$50/day).
Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)
  • General: Age 62+, 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.
  • CA Specifics: Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.
  • Services: Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county).
Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)
CA ALW
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
  • Income Limits: ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
  • CA Specifics: Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.
  • Services: Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day), medication management, social services.
California CARES Program
CA CARES
  • 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.
  • CA Specifics: High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.
  • Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
  • General: Age 60+ priority, California resident, low-income, utility/heating need.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).
  • Asset Limits: Not applicable; income-focused.
  • CA Specifics: High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.
  • Services: Utility payments (avg. $500-$1,000/year), weatherization (e.g., insulation, avg. $1,000-$3,000 savings).

Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for California Seniors

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, 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).
  • CA Specifics:
    County-managed; waitlists possible.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: In-home support (4-6 hours/day), respite care (14 days/year), meals (~$6/meal), transportation (8 trips/month), care management.
California IHSS

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
  • Income Limits:
    ~$1,732/month (individual, Medi-Cal threshold).
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual).
  • CA Specifics:
    Can hire family as caregivers.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (up to 283 hours/month), homemaker services, respite (varies).
CA MSSP

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.
  • Income Limits:
    ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual).
  • CA Specifics:
    Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Case management, respite care (up to 10 days/year), minor home mods (avg. $500), adult day care (~$50/day).
CA PTP

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 62+, 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.
  • CA Specifics:
    Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county).
CA ALW

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
  • Income Limits:
    ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual).
  • CA Specifics:
    Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day), medication management, social services.
CA CARES

California CARES Program

Requirements:
  • 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.
  • CA Specifics:
    High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).
CA LIHEAP

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 60+ priority, California resident, low-income, utility/heating need.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not applicable; income-focused.
  • CA Specifics:
    High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Utility payments (avg. $500-$1,000/year), weatherization (e.g., insulation, avg. $1,000-$3,000 savings).
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