Wood Glen Hall
Assisted Living · Santa Barbara, CA

Overview of Wood Glen Hall

Wood Glen Hall offers quality care for an adult care home that offers compassion and kindness; residents can feel comfortable with the team of dedicated staff who are ready to attend to any needs. The affordable assisted living services perform nothing less than quality service in a nurturing and cozy environment that inspires residents to thrive and live comfortably.

The premier community has boasted an elevated lifestyle through the high service provided to seniors who live independently. All-inclusive amenities include delicious and nutritious meals by a chef, weekly housekeeping and laundry, everyday fitness activities with their finest gym equipment, lush gardens, and a spacious community garden.

(805) 687-7771
Bed community size
72-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
32 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 54 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
68%
Lower than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
49 / 72
Average residents per home in California 87 per day

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceOctober 18, 1993
CountySanta Barbara

Ownership & Operating Entity

Wood Glen Hall is legally operated by Wood Glen Hall Inc., and administrated by Rick Olds.

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Wood Glen Hall

Assisted Living

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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.

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 2022 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 2 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total visits (13% above)
• Complaint visits (8% above)
1 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Official inspections (at CA avg)
7 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (70% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (67% below)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (50% below)
• Citations per year (68% below)
• Citations per inspection (94% below)
• Other visits (100% below)
• Complaint investigations (20% below)
Latest Inspection February 6, 2026 Complaint Investigation

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 310 This facility has 70% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 70% better
Serious citations (Type A) Info Violations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action. 13 This facility has 67% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 67% better
Moderate citations (Type B) Info Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 24 This facility has 50% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 50% better
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2022. 0.82.5 This facility has 68% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (0.8 vs. CA avg 2.5).↓ 68% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.23.3 This facility has 94% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.2 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 94% better

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

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 1816 This facility has 13% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (18 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 13% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 1413 This facility has 8% more complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (14 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 8% worse
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 07 This facility has 100% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 100% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 44 This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 810 This facility has 20% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 20% better

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

This facility’s inspection record is mixed, with several substantiated complaints related to transportation, disaster drills, and sanitation issues. The most recent inspection on February 6, 2026, cited one deficiency for failing to assist residents with transportation needs due to a non-operational wheelchair bus. Previous investigations found a missed disaster drill between November 2024 and June 2025 and unsanitary conditions in June 2025, though many other complaints about food, medication, and staff training were unsubstantiated.

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Address 2.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Santa Barbara's city center to Wood Glen Hall's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.21 miles to nearest hospital (Cottage Children's Medical Center)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Wood Glen Hall is located in Santa Barbara, California.
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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).
CA

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
CA

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
CA

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.
CA

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
CA

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.
CA

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)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Wood Glen Hall

What neighborhood is Wood Glen Hall in?

Wood Glen Hall is in the East San Roque neighborhood of Santa Barbara.

Is Wood Glen Hall in a walkable area?

Wood Glen Hall has a walk score of 54. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at Wood Glen Hall?

Wood Glen Hall's occupancy is 68%.

Who is the administrator of Wood Glen Hall?

Rick Olds is the administrator of Wood Glen Hall.

How many beds does Wood Glen Hall have?

Wood Glen Hall has 72 beds.

Has Wood Glen Hall had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Wood Glen Hall has had 3 recently reported deficiencies.

What is the phone number of Wood Glen Hall?

(805) 687-7771 will put you in contact with the team at Wood Glen Hall.

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