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The median cost of assisted living in Santa Barbara for a single-occupancy apartment is $5,250/month (Genworth -2021). This monthly cost typically includes rent, utilities, dining, housekeeping and transportation.

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 There are 4 assisted living facilities in Santa Barbara, CA and several assisted living facilities nearby. The average cost of assisted living in Santa Barbara, CA is $3,700 per month.

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Often referred to as &ldquo;The American Riviera,&rdquo; Santa Barbara lies 90 minutes northwest of Los Angeles, nestled between a stunning beachfront coastline reminiscent of the Mediterranean and the Santa Ynez Mountains, which create a dramatic backdrop for the city. Thousands of tourists visit Santa Barbara each year to enjoy the many world-class attractions and amenities within the city.
 Seniors who choose assisted living in Santa Barbara enjoy some of the best Southern California has to offer, including access to a dynamic cultural arts scene, scenic natural beauty and first-class, resort-style living.

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In keeping with the city&rsquo;s rich maritime history, the
<a href="http://www.santabarbara.com/points_of_interest/the_waterfront" target="_blank" title="Santa Barbara Waterfront">
 Santa Barbara Waterfront
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is a vibrant stretch of local restaurants, shops and artists. The two most popular waterfront destinations are Stearns Wharf, a 130-year old structure home to the Ty Warner Sea Center natural history museum, and The Harbor, whose pier offers some of the best boat watching in the city. Santa Barbara Activities
Home to several institutions of higher learning, most notably the University of California at Santa Barbara, the city is full of intellectual pursuits. The
<a href="http://www.sbnature.org" target="_blank" title="Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History">
 Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History
</a>
displays collections of Prehistoric Native American life, while the
<a href="http://www.sbmuseart.org" target="_blank" title="Santa Barbara Museum of Art">
 Santa Barbara Museum of Art
</a>
has an impressive collection of Asian artifacts. The
<a href="http://www.santabarbarazoo.org" target="_blank" title="Santa Barbara Zoo">
 Santa Barbara Zoo
</a>
offers fun for all ages and is considered one of the best small zoos in the country. Residents of assisted living in Santa Barbara who seek friends and fun head to one of
<a href="http://www.santabarbaraca.gov/Resident/Health/Seniors" target="_blank" title="Santa Barbara Senior Services">
 two senior centers
</a>
: The Carrillo Recreation Center or the Louise Lowry Davis Recreation Center. The Centers offer a wide range of programs and activities, including dance classes, lawn bowling and hobby groups. Santa Barbara Medical Facilities Seniors enjoying assisted living in Santa Barbara appreciate the peace of mind of knowing that quality medical care is just a short ride away at the
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 Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
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. Santa Barbara Transportation Travel in and around Santa Barbara is easy and affordable by bus. The
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 Santa Barbara Metropolitan Transit District (MTD)
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operates mass transit in the city with public transportation running from communities of assisted living in Santa Barbara to the city&rsquo;s many popular attractions. All buses are wheelchair accessible and reduced fare cards are available for seniors. Cost of Assisted Living in Santa Barbara Beautiful Santa Barbara is far and away one of the most desirable cities in which to live, and it is no wonder many seniors wish to find assisted living housing here. Depending on the size, location and services provided by an assisted living community, monthly fees for a private one-bedroom unit can cost as little as $1,750 or as much as $5,700. The median monthly price for assisted living in the area is $3,725.* Seniors should prepare to spend $44,700 annually for assisted living in Santa Barbara. Find Assisted Living in Santa Barbara Assisted living in Santa Barbara offers seniors intimate, resort-style retirement living in a scenic beachfront community. Learn more about local housing options by visiting our
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page. *Genworth Financial
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 2011 Cost of Care Survey
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 Written by senior housing writer Jacqui Howell

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Santa Barbara Recreation

Home to several institutions of higher learning, most notably the University of California at Santa Barbara, the city is full of intellectual pursuits. The
<a href="http://www.sbnature.org" target="_blank" title="Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History">
 Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History
</a>
displays collections of Prehistoric Native American life, while the
<a href="http://www.sbmuseart.org" target="_blank" title="Santa Barbara Museum of Art">
 Santa Barbara Museum of Art
</a>
has an impressive collection of Asian artifacts. The
<a href="http://www.santabarbarazoo.org" target="_blank" title="Santa Barbara Zoo">
 Santa Barbara Zoo
</a>
offers fun for all ages and is considered one of the best small zoos in the country. Residents of assisted living in Santa Barbara who seek friends and fun head to one of
<a href="http://www.santabarbaraca.gov/Resident/Health/Seniors" target="_blank" title="Santa Barbara Senior Services">
 two senior centers
</a>
: The Carrillo Recreation Center or the Louise Lowry Davis Recreation Center. The Centers offer a wide range of programs and activities, including dance classes, lawn bowling and hobby groups.

Santa Barbara Activities

Travel in and around Santa Barbara is easy and affordable by bus. The <a title="Santa Barbara Metropolitan Transit District (MTD)" href="http://www.sbmtd.gov" target="_blank">Santa Barbara Metropolitan Transit District (MTD)</a> operates mass transit in the city with public transportation running from communities of assisted living in Santa Barbara to the city’s many popular attractions. All buses are wheelchair accessible and reduced fare cards are available for seniors.

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Oak Cottage is separated into 3 neighborhoods, specifically designed for residents who are challenged with cognitive impairment, including Alzheimer's Disease, Parkinson's Disease, Lewis body dementia and frontal lobe dementia. Our neighborhoods of 11-15 apartments open onto a gracious and secure grand room with areas for dining, activities and views to outdoor patios and deep-set porches. Our apartments all have private entrances and you may choose between private or shared bathrooms. Each apartment has 11 foot ceilings with a private counter and storage area including a small refrigerator and bar sink. We love our residents and consider them family so every opportunity to celebrate important events in their lives is duly celebrated. Birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, special events in S.B. are all excellent reasons to celebrate. We love to show our residents a great time. To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: <a href="https://www.ccld.dss.ca.gov/carefacilitysearch/">California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search</a>

Oak Cottage of Santa Barbara Memory Care 

Live life in style at Villa Santa Barbara, where residents can soak up the Southern California sun and enjoy desired amenities and services fit for the American Riviera. Our goal is to enrich the lives of our residents by providing an environment that is physically, mentally, spiritually and emotionally stimulating. The community provides independent living in Santa Barbara and also offers assisted living. From thoughtfully designed floor plans to the world-class service and myriad recreational and social opportunities, residents may just find that we have thought of everything. Our spacious studio and one-bedroom apartment homes in the heart of downtown are convenient to shopping, restaurants and health care facilities and feature patios or balconies to take in the breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and lush coastline. Emergency call buttons and special cut-out bathtubs provide safety and peace of mind for residents and their families. Regular planned outings to beaches, casinos and wineries – with free transportation provided by our friendly and knowledgeable staff – keep our residents socially active while wellness and exercise classes provide a perfect opportunity for residents to stay physically fit.

<h2>Featured Amenities</h2>

Our community provides a number of comforts and luxuries to keep life enjoyable. Residents can take advantage of our computer area, dance floor, grand piano, billiards table and fireplace, along with the card and board games in our spacious activity center, tasty meals served restaurant style in the Villa Bistro, tons of books in our well-stocked library and exercise classes held in our fitness room. We also have an on-site beauty salon and free laundry facilities available. Scheduled courtesy transportation, religious services and daily newspaper delivery are among other perks. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate our beautiful garden courtyard and scenic rooftop terrace with an ocean view.

<h2>Available Services</h2>

Our residents have access to a choice of home health agencies that provide regular personal care assessments. Among the services offered – and depending on the level of care needed – are bathing, dressing and grooming, escort and transfer assistance, special nutritional counseling and classes for wellness, walking, balance and exercise. Staff is on call 24 hours a day for assistance.

Villa Santa Barbara

Alexander Gardens is a lovely coastal retirement community that provides independent living and individually customized assisted living tailored to meet the needs and preferences of each of our residents. We are located near the Santa Barbara Mission, and enjoy a mild Mediterranean climate that has led this area to be called “America’s Riviera.”

Alexander Gardens is managed by Northstar Senior Living. A company dedicated to providing a superior senior living experience for our residents and their families, Northstar manages a number of senior communities across the United States.

<h2>Featured Amenities</h2>

Fun and engaging activities are regularly held at Alexander Gardens, ranging from art projects and exercise classes to holiday parties and guest speakers. Our educational programs give residents the opportunity to learn something new and keep their minds sharp and active.

We have a selection of shared and private accommodations available, and all apartments are furnished with emergency call systems monitored around the clock to ensure safety. Meals are served restaurant-style in our community dining room, where residents enjoy three freshly prepared meals daily.

All throughout our community are relaxing conversation areas, where individuals can share memorable moments with friends, as well as enjoy times of peace and quiet.

<h2>Available Services</h2>

All residences at Alexander Gardens are provided with a daily “tidying” by our staff, as well as weekly housekeeping and linen services. We are always happy to provide scheduled transportation for medical appointments, and short-term respite stays are available in addition to our long-term residences.

Our skilled staff members are available 24 hours a day, so help with medication management, dressing, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living can be provided at any time.

Alexander Gardens proudly provides a wide range of services and amenities for individuals seeking excellent independent living and assisted living in Santa Barbara.

Alexander Gardens Assisted Living

Villa Alamar is known for its excellence in memory care. We provide a calm, caring, and compassionate memory care environment that promotes social engagement and supportive activities. Upon entering the lobby you will feel the soothing sights and smell of our sensory stimulating environment.

Villa Alamar opened in 1996 and quickly became the gold standard for memory care in Santa Barbara. Its unique architecture is perfectly suited to the care of residents living with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia. Here, residents enjoy the freedom to continuously explore and discover various sensory-stimulating environments indoors and outdoors. Staying active while ensuring safety is fundamental, and Villa Alamar, with its open pathways and beautiful courtyards, is a perfect dementia care environment.

<h4>SERVICES:</h4>

<ul>
<li>Personal encouragement and caring support</li>
<li>Secure and safe environment</li>
<li>Cognitive stimulation, social activities, and entertainment</li>
<li>Balanced and nutritious meals (served at one of our three dining rooms or in the residents private room as needed or requested)</li>
<li>Eating and dietary support and monitoring</li>
<li>Assistance with dressing, personal hygiene, and bathing</li>
<li>Incontinence support and monitoring</li>
<li>Medication management</li>
<li>Symptoms monitoring and report</li>
<li>Care coordination with family and medical team</li>
<li>Hospice waiver</li>
<li>In-house beauty services and podiatry available</li>
<li>Laundry and linens service</li>
<li>Wi-Fi throughout the community</li>
</ul> To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: <a href="https://www.ccld.dss.ca.gov/carefacilitysearch/">California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search</a>

Villa Alamar

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