Situated in the southern portion of Santa Barbara County, Carpinteria sits on a coastal plain at the base of the Santa Ynez Mountains. In 2024, those planning for assisted living in this region find local care costs at around $5,800 per month, putting rates above the national norm but hundreds of dollars below California’s median. Within the city, prospective residents have 1 facilities to choose from, and there are 67 more in surrounding communities.
In our directory, we find an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars stars across the assisted living facilities in the Carpinteria region, based on 279 reviews reviews.
68 Results
5464 Carpinteria Ave, Carpinteria, CA 93013
5.0
(4 reviews)
"We toured GranVida Senior Living and Memory Care. It was close to where my ex-wife lives right now. So it would be an easy place for her friends to visit her. It was big and very clean. The staff there was friendly. We didn't eat any of the food, but..."
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3482 Loma Vista Rd, Ventura, CA 93003
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My mother has advanced Alzheimer’s Dementia and has been a resident at Treacy/Ventura Villa for over 6 years. I have transitioned my mother through several facilities in Ventura County as her condition advanced. When she reached the stage where she r..."
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5603 Tull Street, Ventura, CA 93003
5.0
(2 reviews)
"Probably the best 6-bed facility in Ventura. Super clean and great care. My father was in the facility for 3 years. Love the staff!!..."
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1020 Bismark Way, Oxnard, CA 93033
4.8
(25 reviews)
"It was an agonizing decision to place my husband, George, into memory care, I had promised him I never would. When my health declined, it became clear that I wouldn't be able to keep that promise. After a state-wide search, I found Regency Palms and ..."
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3010 Foothill Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
4.8
(8 reviews)
"The new manger at Wood Glen has made amazing improvements from trips to go shopping, outstanding food, and fun activities for residents. I have eaten there several times and the changes in the dining room have resulted in tablecloths morning and eve..."
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111 North Wells Road, Ventura, CA 93004
4.7
(10 reviews)
"My mom has moved into The Palms at Bonaventure Assisted Living. They're very caring staff. They really encourage their residents to participate in different activities during the day. They're a little bit smaller than the community we came from. Ther..."
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4900 Telegraph Rd., Ventura, CA 93003
4.6
(31 reviews)
"Ventura Townehouse is a really big place. They have little apartments for people who have animals. Since I was looking for independent living, I wouldn't mind having my own little apartment, but it's expensive. Nevertheless, they seemed to be very up..."
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1200 Cypress Point Lane, Ventura, CA 93003
4.6
(6 reviews)
"My mother is in Cypress Place. It's good, the owner is nice, and she met us at the door and showed us around the home. The home is very clean; it's a newer home, like they have taken care of it. Well, it looks good. We might consider it if our needs ..."
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227 E. Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
4.5
(20 reviews)
"I had the chance to tour Villa Santa Barbara recently, and I left really impressed. The rooms are spotless and cozy, with a welcoming feel that makes you think of home right away. You can tell they take great care of the place. What really stood out..."
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901 Town Center Dr, Oxnard, CA 93036
4.5
(6 reviews)
"The staff at Oakmont of Riverpark gave me a tour of assisted living and memory care. It was a pleasant experience. The facilities would serve most needs that my mother may have. The director who showed me around was very knowledgeable and very affabl..."
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190 Viajero Drive, Goleta, CA 93117
4.3
(13 reviews)
"I moved to Westmont of Santa Barbara. The staff was very helpful. The food is not like home cooking. It's good. It's a very nice place. They have all kinds of things going on for the seniors. I haven't participated in any. They've got exercise rooms ..."
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3775 Modoc Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
4.3
(14 reviews)
"We toured Vista del Monte Retirement Community. I'm impressed. The people were friendly. They were out walking and doing activities. They had multiple classes available for the residents. They had a huge center lawn area with walking paths and benche..."
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701 N. Montgomery St., Ojai, CA 93023
4.1
(8 reviews)
"The Gables of Ojai is a very, very nice community. It's beautiful. The staff is lovely. The rooms are nice, but the community is on the smaller size and that's why we did not go there. Nevertheless, it's almost like a house. They probably have maybe ..."
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5440 Ralston Street, Ventura, CA 93003
4.1
(36 reviews)
"I toured all the levels of care offered by The Lexington Assisted Living. I was introduced to several people along the way through the tour and I found them very personable and outgoing. The person giving the tour interacted with the residents by fir..."
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2120 Santa Barbara Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
3.8
(10 reviews)
"We toured Alexander Gardens Assisted Living. We like the location. We like the people that work there. We like their facilities, and they just seem to have a good program. The staff was very nice, friendly, and informative. The building was very clea..."
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341 Santa Rosalia Avenue, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
"Casa Rhoda is a family owned residential assisted care provider located in Santa Barbara California. The Demonteverde family and the dedicat..."
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165 Santa Ana Avenue, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
"Casa Rhoda is a family owned residential assisted care provider located in Santa Barbara California. The Demonteverde family and the dedicat..."
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112 Santa Ana Avenue, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
"Casa Rhoda is a family owned residential assisted care provider located in Santa Barbara California. The Demonteverde family and the dedicat..."
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225 N. Lomita Ave., Ojai, CA 93023
"Glen Park Senior Living has been caring for individuals for almost 30 years and continues to thrive as an advocate within our various commun..."
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126 Santa Ana Avenue, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
"Casa Rhoda is a family owned residential assisted care provider located in Santa Barbara California. The Demonteverde family and the dedicat..."
READ MOREReferencing the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, seniors researching assisted living in Carpinteria anticipate costs of about $5,800 per month, saving them hundreds of dollars over California’s median rate of $6,250. While prospective residents find lower rates of around $4,595 in Bakersfield, other cities in the region have higher fees. For example, in Santa Maria, rates hover near $6,500, and in San Luis Obispo, costs come in around $9,410.
Carpinteria
$5,800
California
$6,250
United States
$5,350
Santa Maria
$6,500
Los Angeles
$5,748
San Luis Obispo
$9,410
Bakersfield
$4,595
California’s 1915(c) Medicaid Assisted Living Waiver covers the cost of assisted living services in RCFs for eligible seniors in the Carpinteria area.
Those who require additional assistance with the cost of room and board may apply for an optional state supplement to their Supplemental Security Income (SSI). The cost of room and board is capped by the state for residents who are Medicaid eligible.
California doesn’t allow family supplementation.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in California page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in California page.
With assisted living facilities charging around $5,800 per month, Carpinteria seniors pay relatively affordable rates for residential care compared to nonresidential and institutional alternatives. For example, seniors seeking private services plan for in-home care costs of about $6,864 and home health care fees of approximately $7,436. Additionally, nursing home costs run nearly double assisted living rates at roughly $10,646 per month.
In-Home Care
$6,864
Home Health Care
$7,436
Assisted Living Facility
$5,800
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$10,646
Note: Since data for Carpinteria is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Oxnard, instead.
Carpinteria and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free assisted living resources in Carpinteria, please visit our Assisted Living in California page.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Central Coast Commission for Senior Citizens | (805) 925-9554 | The Central Coast Commission for Senior Citizens is the Area Agency on Aging for Carpinteria and all of Santa Barbara County. It identifies services beneficial to older adults, then coordinates with existing programs and services or explores new resources to expand these services. Supported programs include elder abuse prevention, senior employment services, transportation services and nutrition programs, among others. |
| Senior Connection | (800) 510-2020 | Senior Connection is a specialized information and referral service for seniors. It offers assistance through a senior info line and provides senior resource directories, senior information guides and updated lists of assisted living facilities throughout Santa Barbara County. Senior Connection offers volunteer opportunities for seniors aged 60 or older interested in the general welfare of older adults. |
| Legal Aid Foundation of Santa Barbara County | (805) 963-6754 | The LAFSBC provides free legal services to seniors throughout the county to ensure they have access to the civil justice system. Seniors can receive assistance with all types of civil matters, including help with preparing legal documents, representation in court proceedings and legal information and advice. |
| Santa Barbara Veterans Service Office | (805) 568-2920 | The Santa Barbara VSO administers the Veterans' Services Program for veterans in Carpinteria and throughout the county. The program provides assistance in applying for and obtaining all available benefits available to veterans and their families, including pensions for retired veterans, medical benefits, life insurance, burial benefits and other compensations. It also provides outreach to elderly veterans, including information and referrals to relevant veterans’ services. |
| Central Coast Assistive Technology Center | (800) 390-2699 | The CCATC offers specialized assistive technology services for seniors to help them live more independently. Funding by Ability Tools connects seniors with the devices they need through a free service that includes a Device Loan & Demonstration Center. New and used low-tech and high-tech devices may include magnifiers, switches, tablets, laptops, software, and mobility devices, among others. |
Carpinteria-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in California are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in California page for more information about these laws.
Assisted Living
Larry
5.0
Review of GranVida Senior Living
We toured GranVida Senior Living and Memory Care. It was close to where my ex-wife lives right now. So it would be an easy place for her friends to visit her. It was big and very clean. The staff...
Assisted Living
Mr. Centeno
5.0
Review of GranVida Senior Living
GranVida is amazing, friendly staff and very welcoming. The food was delicious and the activities seemed fun! I highly recommend this facilty.
Provider response
Thank you for the 5 Star review Mr. Centeno! Your kind words are very encouraging.
Assisted Living
Loren F
5.0
Review of GranVida Senior Living
We have chosen Granvida Senior Living and Memory Care. We're moving my loved one there tomorrow. It's a very nice place with a very homey feeling. It's brand new, so it is very nice and clean. What...
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