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Tradewinds Assisted Living
1705 Berkeley Drive, Lompoc, CA 93436
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READ MOREThe 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Santa Barbara County, CA for 2024
Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Santa Barbara County, CA below include 57 Assisted Living facilities...
with 237 reviews. On average in Santa Barbara County, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.4 out of 5 stars.
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Amalia'S Residence Ii
1206 Kensington Avenue, Santa Maria, CA 93454
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Villa Blanca II
570 Ronda Drive, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
"Villa Blanca is fully licensed, family owned and operated elderly care home that serves seniors in Santa Barbara and Goleta locations. Nestl..."
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Oani Home Care For The Elderly, Inc.
936 N. Seneca Street, Santa Maria, CA 93454
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Abiding Care
2042 Modoc Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
"Located near Cottage Hospital in Santa Barbara California, Abiding Care ia an Assisted Living Home for 6 seniors. Designed to be complete y..."
READ MOREPedflor's Residential Care Ii
1315 E Alvin Ave, Santa Maria, CA 93454
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Abundant Care III
4589 Auhay Drive, Santa Barbara, CA 93110
"Abundant Care III, situated in Santa Barbara, CA, provides both Memory Care and Assisted Living services. The community features apartments ..."
READ MOREZeny's Residential Care
958 E Tunnell St, Santa Maria, CA 93454
"Zeny’s RCFE #2 is committed to providing the highest standard of care your senior so richly deserves. We strive to offer a loving and secur..."
READ MOREEdelweiss Home
296 Pebble Hill Drive, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
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READ MORESunrise Care-Home For The Elderly
541 Amber Lane, Santa Maria, CA 93454
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READ MOREAlejandro's Residential Care Facility For The Elderly
1130 Grapevine Rd, Santa Maria, CA 93454
"Alejandro's Residential Care Facility For The Elderly is in Santa Maria, a short drive down the California coast from San Luis Obispo, less ..."
READ MORECasa Naomi - Bradford Home
7779 Bradford Drive, Goleta, CA 93117
"Casa Naomi - Bradford Home is located in Goleta, California, and offers assisted living care. Meals are provided, which helps residents main..."
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Santa Barbara Senior Living Consultants
18 West Micheltorena Street Suite C, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Edelweiss Home For The Elderly
7067 Armstrong Road, Goleta, CA 93117
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READ MORELa Salle Care Home, Inc
1603 La Salle Dr, Santa Maria, CA 93454
"La Salle Care Home is situated just off U.S. Route 101 in Santa Maria, California, not far from the Pacific Coast. Seniors will find more th..."
READ MOREPedflor'S Residential Care
1319 East Alvin Avenue, Santa Maria, CA 93454
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READ MOREMy Family Residential Care Home
514 W McElhany Avenue, Santa Maria, CA 93458
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- Assisted Living Facilities in Santa Barbara County, CA
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- Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Santa Barbara County
- Free Assisted Living Resources in Santa Barbara County
- Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Santa Barbara County
- Reviews of Communities Nearby
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Paying for Assisted Living in Santa Barbara County
According to the Genworth 2020 Cost of Care Survey, the nationwide monthly assisted living rate is $4,300. However, care fees vary widely depending on local costs of living, state regulations and the number of available facilities in a given region. In California, care costs tend to be a little higher at an average of $5,000 per month. Fees for Santa Barbara County are based on the rates listed for the Santa Maria area, which includes Santa Maria and Santa Barbara. Here, seniors pay approximately $5,000 per month for care.
The Cost of Assisted Living in Santa Barbara County, CA and Nearby Cities
Compared to the state as a whole, Santa Barbara County is a moderately priced region for assisted living at $5,000 per month. It’s an affordable alternative to the San Luis Obispo area, which is about 90 miles away and has average monthly assisted living fees of $5,800. In Napa, costs are even higher at $6,250, and in Salinas, assisted living facilities charge the highest rates in the state at $7,100. Those looking for more economically priced care may consider Redding, where monthly fees are closer to the national average at $4,500. Modesto and Madera are reasonably priced at $4,000 and $3,913, respectively. In Stockton, rates are the lowest in the state at $3,500 per month.
Santa Barbara County/Santa Maria
$5,000
California
$5,000
The United States
$4,300
San Luis Obispo
$5,800
Madera
$3,913
Modesto
$4,000
Stockton
$3,500
Napa
$6,250
Redding
$4,500
Salinas
$7,100
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Santa Barbara County
California’s Medicaid program, Medi-Cal, offers financial assistance to help impoverished seniors cover the cost of assisted living. Those who are eligible may be able to take part in the state’s Assisted Living Waiver Program (ALWP).
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in California page.
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
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:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in California page.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Santa Barbara County
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Central Coast Commission for Senior Citizens | (805) 925-9554 | The Central Coast Commission for Senior Citizens is a local nonprofit organization and the designated Area Agency on Aging for Santa Barbara County. Through its Senior Information Program, older adults can find local services and programs that meet their needs. Help is available over the phone via the Senior Info Line, which is reached at (800) 510-2020. The agency also maintains the Senior Resource Directory, a searchable database with local organizations that provide services such as care planning, transportation and congregate meals. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman of Santa Barbara County | (805) 922-1236 | The Long-Term Care Ombudsman of Santa Barbara County advocates on behalf of older adults in assisted living. This agency addresses complaints made on behalf of residents pertaining to staff training, the quality of care, residents’ rights and abuse or neglect. |
| Veterans Services | (805) 681-4500 | The county’s Veterans Services Division provides programs and assistance to veterans and their spouses or survivors, helping them obtain the services and benefits they’re entitled to. Benefits the office can help qualifying visitors obtain include disability compensation, pensions, life insurance, medical benefits and discharge upgrades. The division can also help seniors apply for the Aid and Attendance benefit, which may help them cover the cost of assisted living services. |
| Legal Aid Foundation of Santa Barbara County | (805) 963-6754 | The Legal Aid Foundation of Santa Barbara County provides free legal assistance to those aged 60 and over. Through this office, older adults can get assistance with obtaining state and federal benefits that may help cover assisted living expenses, including Medi-Cal, Social Security and Supplemental Security Income. Volunteer attorneys at this agency can also help seniors assign powers of attorney or guardianship and draft simple wills. |
| Goleta Valley Senior Center | (805) 967-1237 | The Goleta Valley Senior Center is one of several senior centers in Santa Barbara County. At this location, older adults can connect with their peers and participate in activities geared toward those aged 50 and over. For a low annual fee, members can take part in activities such as line dancing; yoga; card games; knitting, crocheting, quilting and embroidery groups; and porcelain painting. The center can also help older adults connect with local services and supports. |
| Senior Volunteer Services | (805) 544-8740 | Senior Volunteer Services is a local nonprofit volunteer and human services agency that connects older adults with volunteer opportunities that suit their interests and abilities. It hosts the nationwide Retired and Senior Volunteer program for those aged 55 and over. Through RSVP, older adults can provide administrative assistance to local police departments, sort packaged foods at local food pantries, greet and guide visitors in local museums and organize donations for charities. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Santa Barbara County
Santa Barbara County-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.
Reviews of Communities Nearby
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Greg O.
2.0
Review of Alexander Gardens Assisted Living
A family member shared disparaging email remarks from their leadership about me because I challenged out of cycle fee increases (that breached their admission agreement) and also because I...
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Walter
2.0
Review of Westmont of Santa Barbara
The facility is beautiful, with some dedicated staff and adequate rooms for the residents. However, several key features are not being delivered by the new Director. The facility is understaffed...
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Rafael
5.0
Review of Villa Santa Barbara
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...
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