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The median cost of nursing homes in Santa Barbara for a single-occupancy apartment is $12,167/month (Genworth - 2021). This monthly cost typically includes rent, utilities, dining, housekeeping and transportation.

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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>

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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.

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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>

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<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

Wood Glen, the first retirement home in Santa Barbara, opened its doors in November 1957. It has been a non-profit organization since its founding, making it affordable for seniors to receive high-quality accommodations and outstanding care services at an affordable price.

Every apartment at Wood Glen Senior Living boasts a beautiful garden view. The food is delicious, and our activities program runs seven days a week, offering a wide array of options to choose from. We have a full-time licensed nurse on staff, as well as an exemplary personal care staff to accommodate the individual needs of each resident.

 To learn more about this provider's 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>

Wood Glen Senior Living

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