Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara

Offers Memory Care

15 Reviews

2021

$$$$

325 West Islay Street

Santa Barbara

93101

Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara

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4.7 15

JF 2020-10-11 With warmest thanks for all your thoughtfulness and patience with our father. We appreciate everything you did to make our dad comfortable and at home.` I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

5 5 1

Jill and Kent 2020-10-11 My mother-in-law has been at Alexander Court (now Pacifica) for several years and has received great care. My wife and I cannot say enough nice things about the personnel. They are so loving and caring. My father-in-law was also there for I believe 2 or 3 years and received the same great care before he passed. We thank you. I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

5 5 1

LadybugCassandra 2020-09-28 I wasn't sure of what to expect but I was pleasantly surprised. The staff were friendly and the facility was clean. The residents were also very friendly and looked happy. I visited this facility

5 5 1

Angielola 2020-09-25 It was so nice to sit in the courtyard and visit with my Aunt. The staff took my temperature and asked me questions and sanitized my hands before the visit. This community seems to be doing a good job keeping my loved one and the other residents safe during these strange times. At the end of my visit, I was delighted that the staff assisted with the transition by reminding my Aunt that zoom happy hour was going to begin shortly and she needed to come inside to find a seat. Very nice place with nice people! I visited this facility

5 5 1

MaryAnn S 2020-09-23 I toured this facility. It was very nice. Rooms are well lit. I liked that the staff were friendly and the residents looked happy. My husband enjoys being outside and the courtyards here are great. This facility has a very calm vibe. I visited this facility

5 5 1

Valapa 2020-09-23 In moving a loved one into a facility that will have strangers and new surroundings is a hard decision and one that should be taken seriously with where their new residence will be. The staff made this decision easy for us. They were so warm and welcoming in the interview process and was genuinely interested in our mother and her likes, dislikes, demeanor, and overall persona. The rooms are new and well thought out. I like the fact that the facility is smaller, which allows more one on one attention. There are plenty of activities throughout the day and the food seems great. The first day my mom was given a manicure she enjoyed. The staff is very loving and attentive. To date we feel we made the right choice for our mother. Thank you staff of Pacifica, you made a very difficult decision, not so difficult. I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

5 5 1

BB4257 2020-09-22 Pacifica Santa Barbara is a beautiful community with a lot of outdoor space. My Uncle loves to sit on the patio every morning and in their garden area every evening. The team there really knows what they are doing. Their staff are able to calm even the most agitated people in a kind and gentle manner. They are worth their weight in gold. I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

5 5 1

julie.g. 2020-09-18 Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara Is a very nice Senior living residential facility with patients with demenia and others like. The rooms are clean, with a sink, two closetes and drawers. Some room have a jack and jill restrooms or a single restroom. Rooms may be single occupancy . There is a living room area with couches, chairs , TV,and a piano. There is also two courtyards for residents and families to visit in. There is a full menu service with meals from the chef served meals and snacks The caregivers knows each person by name and make them fill important. I liked how the rooms are set up so you can take a walk down the hall and make a complete loop. The staff seem very warm caring and friendly to visitors and residents. I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

5 5 1

Karen Elizabeth 2020-09-16 My dad is very well taken care of. He loves the food and enjoys the kind staff. I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

5 5 1

Ray Saavedra 2020-09-16 My Mother got her Birthday celebrated 3 times with 3 different cakes! I guess they wanted to make her 93rd an unforgettable event! Thank you for that!! I visited this facility

5 5 1

Sweezytouch1 2020-09-16 The facility is clean and bright. It is very inviting, the staff is attentive. The director is very hands on and very informative. The facility cleanliness and staff’s professionalism is very refreshing. I would recommend this facility to others. I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

5 4 1

PD Hightower 2020-09-15 We received a complete vertical tour of the facility prior to our loved one entering. Once we spoke with the Executive Director, we felt very positive and informed. Mrs Moore answered all of our questions, seemed very knowledgeable about Dementia. Mrs Moore listened to our needs, she explained things in detail so that we could understand. She didn’t use jargon , nor did she Sugar coat anything. Very professional and knowledgeable. Once our loved one was admitted, we noticed a calmness. The facility is clean, and very tastefully decorated(calming and pleasing to the eye). the staff is courteous, treats the residents with respect. There is always something for the residents to do. We are very happy that our loved one is at this facility. The management team Mrs Moore & Ms Santiago are a great asset to the facility. I consider them the “great dynamic duo because of their knowledge, dedication and the caring staff & services they provide. Mrs PD Hightower I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

5 5 1

Glenda 2018-10-07 Checked it out a couple of times before having my husband become a resident of it. I am pleased with the care he is getting and one thing I really am pleased about is that hospice care can be provided there if needed. I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

5 5 1

SS 2018-03-27 I visited Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara. It has an enclosed feeling to it, and you have to buzz to get in and out of the gate. It seemed darker than the other place I visited. It's an older building that needs to be updated to look newer and brighter. The staff was very nice. They have outings, TV, and three meals a day. I visited this facility

5 3 1

Kara763735 2017-03-27 The community had gone through some remodeling and renovations. The administrator was a registered nurse. She was very nice and took me all through the community. They have daily activities like music, and they go out in their van periodically. It was one of the older and smaller communities that I went to, not quite as fancy, but I think they’d do a good job. I visited this facility

5 4 1

325 West Islay Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

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2021

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October 11, 2020

By JF

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

With warmest thanks for all your thoughtfulness and patience with our father. We appreciate everything you did to make our dad comfortable and at home.`

Provider Response

Thank you again for taking the time to let us know how we did. We hope you have a great day!

October 11, 2020

By Jill and Kent

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

My mother-in-law has been at Alexander Court (now Pacifica) for several years and has received great care. My wife and I cannot say enough nice things about the personnel. They are so loving and caring. My father-in-law was also there for I believe 2 or 3 years and received the same great care before he passed. We thank you.

Provider Response

Hello, thank you for leaving us such a wonderful review. We are thrilled that you enjoyed your experience here; our staff will definitely be happy to read what you wrote. We put resident experience and satisfaction as our priority, and your review reaffirms the hard work we put in every day. Thank you again for your kind words and we look forward to seeing you again.

September 28, 2020

By LadybugCassandra

I visited this facility

I wasn't sure of what to expect but I was pleasantly surprised. The staff were friendly and the facility was clean. The residents were also very friendly and looked happy.

Provider Response

Hi Ladybugcassandra, thank you very much for taking the time to leave us this positive review for our team at Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara. We appreciate it & so do our other reviewers at Caring. We hope to see you again soon!

September 25, 2020

By Angielola

I visited this facility

It was so nice to sit in the courtyard and visit with my Aunt. The staff took my temperature and asked me questions and sanitized my hands before the visit. This community seems to be doing a good job keeping my loved one and the other residents safe during these strange times. At the end of my visit, I was delighted that the staff assisted with the transition by reminding my Aunt that zoom happy hour was going to begin shortly and she needed to come inside to find a seat. Very nice place with nice people!

Provider Response

Thank you for your review. Safety of our residents, staff and visitors are our priority. We are glad you enjoyed your visit with your Aunt.

September 23, 2020

By MaryAnn S

I visited this facility

I toured this facility. It was very nice. Rooms are well lit. I liked that the staff were friendly and the residents looked happy. My husband enjoys being outside and the courtyards here are great. This facility has a very calm vibe.

Provider Response

Hello, thank you for your positive review, we are grateful to see that you feel this way! We strive to provide excellent care and service to our residents and their families at Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara. Thank you again, we hope you have a wonderful day!

September 23, 2020

By Valapa

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

In moving a loved one into a facility that will have strangers and new surroundings is a hard decision and one that should be taken seriously with where their new residence will be. The staff made this decision easy for us. They were so warm and welcoming in the interview process and was genuinely interested in our mother and her likes, dislikes, demeanor, and overall persona. The rooms are new and well thought out. I like the fact that the facility is smaller, which allows more one on one attention. There are plenty of activities throughout the day and the food seems great. The first day my mom was given a manicure she enjoyed. The staff is very loving and attentive. To date we feel we made the right choice for our mother. Thank you staff of Pacifica, you made a very difficult decision, not so difficult.

Provider Response

Thank you for you review! We are pleased that we were able to make you feel at ease during this difficult decision. We are committed to supporting residents and families as they transition into our community.

September 22, 2020

By BB4257

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Pacifica Santa Barbara is a beautiful community with a lot of outdoor space. My Uncle loves to sit on the patio every morning and in their garden area every evening. The team there really knows what they are doing. Their staff are able to calm even the most agitated people in a kind and gentle manner. They are worth their weight in gold.

Provider Response

Hello, thank you for leaving us such a wonderful review. We are thrilled that you enjoyed your experience here; our staff will definitely be happy to read what you wrote. We put resident experience and satisfaction as our priority, and your review reaffirms the hard work we put in every day. Thank you again for your kind words and we look forward to seeing you again.

September 18, 2020

By julie.g.

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara Is a very nice Senior living residential facility with patients with demenia and others like. The rooms are clean, with a sink, two closetes and drawers. Some room have a jack and jill restrooms or a single restroom. Rooms may be single occupancy . There is a living room area with couches, chairs , TV,and a piano. There is also two courtyards for residents and families to visit in. There is a full menu service with meals from the chef served meals and snacks The caregivers knows each person by name and make them fill important. I liked how the rooms are set up so you can take a walk down the hall and make a complete loop. The staff seem very warm caring and friendly to visitors and residents.

Provider Response

Thank you for reviewing Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara. We are pleased that you like the amenities offered at the community and that the staff were warm, friendly, and caring. We are committed to providing a top quality customer service experience.

September 16, 2020

By Karen Elizabeth

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

My dad is very well taken care of. He loves the food and enjoys the kind staff.

Provider Response

Thank you for your review. We strive to provide the best care for our residents. Our culinary team works hard to provide a comfortable dining experience for each of our residents. We look forward to continuing caring for your father and serving your family.

September 16, 2020

By Ray Saavedra

I visited this facility

My Mother got her Birthday celebrated 3 times with 3 different cakes! I guess they wanted to make her 93rd an unforgettable event! Thank you for that!!

Provider Response

Thank you so much for sharing your positive experience. We are pleased that we were able to make your mother feel special on her birthday.

September 16, 2020

By Sweezytouch1

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

The facility is clean and bright. It is very inviting, the staff is attentive. The director is very hands on and very informative. The facility cleanliness and staff’s professionalism is very refreshing. I would recommend this facility to others.

Provider Response

Thank you for your feedback. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your experience here at Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara.

September 15, 2020

By PD Hightower

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

We received a complete vertical tour of the facility prior to our loved one entering. Once we spoke with the Executive Director, we felt very positive and informed. Mrs Moore answered all of our questions, seemed very knowledgeable about Dementia. Mrs Moore listened to our needs, she explained things in detail so that we could understand. She didn’t use jargon , nor did she Sugar coat anything. Very professional and knowledgeable. Once our loved one was admitted, we noticed a calmness. The facility is clean, and very tastefully decorated(calming and pleasing to the eye). the staff is courteous, treats the residents with respect. There is always something for the residents to do. We are very happy that our loved one is at this facility. The management team Mrs Moore & Ms Santiago are a great asset to the facility. I consider them the “great dynamic duo because of their knowledge, dedication and the caring staff & services they provide. Mrs PD Hightower

Provider Response

Hello, thank you for your positive review. We are grateful to see that you feel this way! We strive to provide excellent care and service to our residents and their families at Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara. Thank you again, we hope you have a wonderful day!

October 07, 2018

By Glenda

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Checked it out a couple of times before having my husband become a resident of it. I am pleased with the care he is getting and one thing I really am pleased about is that hospice care can be provided there if needed.

Provider Response

Thank you Glenda, we appreciate your feedback! We always strive to provide top quality service to every resident and their families, and are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your experience here at Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara.

March 27, 2018

By SS

I visited this facility

I visited Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara. It has an enclosed feeling to it, and you have to buzz to get in and out of the gate. It seemed darker than the other place I visited. It's an older building that needs to be updated to look newer and brighter. The staff was very nice. They have outings, TV, and three meals a day.

Provider Response

Thank you for sharing your experience, we're disappointed to hear that it was not a positive one. Thanks for bringing this matter to our attention. We would like to get more details about this; please reach out to us at your earliest convenience.

March 27, 2017

By Kara763735

I visited this facility

The community had gone through some remodeling and renovations. The administrator was a registered nurse. She was very nice and took me all through the community. They have daily activities like music, and they go out in their van periodically. It was one of the older and smaller communities that I went to, not quite as fancy, but I think they’d do a good job.

Provider Response

Hi Kara, Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us this positive 4 star review. Your opinion is very important to us. We are proud of our community and the exceptional level of care we provide. Did you know we have a Facebook page with pictures of our residents and their interesting activities? (The link to the Facebook page is on our website). Please feel free to contact with any and all questions.

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Questions about Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara

What ongoing training does the staff receive in dementia care?

Dementia care training starts at orientation and continues throughout the staffs’ tenure. Onboarding includes 26 hours of Dementia and Assisted Living care training with 3 – 5 days of hands-on training. Ongoing training is comprised of computer-based learning (8 additional hours per year); hands-on live classroom training (4 hours per year); and monthly in-service events led by the registered nurse, executive director, or a third party vendor.

How many staffers are on duty in the daytime and overnight?

Staff is on duty 24 hours a day. In addition to care staff and medication technician, we have the Activities director and Nurse on duty during day hours. We have sufficient staff to meet needs and requirements of the population of residents within our community.

What programs or activities does Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara offer to keep residents engaged? How does the staff engage residents' long-term memories?

Pacifica Senior Living offers a robust activities program staffed by an activities director and an activities assistant. Group activities including, but limited to, exercise, gardening, movies, baking, putting golf, and singing are scheduled seven days a week from 9:30am through 6:00pm. Additionally, individual one-on-one activities, such as manicures and jewelry making, are ongoing throughout the day. Long-term memories are engaged through activities specific for long-term stimulation and reminiscing with memory books. Other activities include, but are not limited to, live music, dance groups, birthday parties, dance parties, ice cream parties, and holiday parties.

Who assesses residents' health and cognitive functioning? How often is that assessment repeated?

Each resident is assessed by the nurse every 30-90 days or as needed. After the resident has had his/her assessment, a care conference is scheduled with the family/Power of Attorney and resident to meet with the Executive Director and Nurse.

What techniques does Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara use to support memory care residents during mealtimes?

As Pacifica Senior Living practices individual person-centered care, techniques vary per resident and are meant to be independent appropriate. Techniques may include reminders, cueing, mechanically enhanced foods, hand-under-hand assistance, or a total assist with feeding.

How does Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara keep residents' families informed about their loved ones' health?

The Care Conference, scheduled every 30-90 days, is the most formal communication with families regarding a loved one’s health along with phone calls as needed. However, Pacifica Senior Living maintains an up-to-date Facebook and distributes a monthly newsletter with a wealth of information regarding the community and its residents.

Describe the neighborhood around Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara. Is it located in a residential neighborhood, a business district, a rural setting, or other type of locale?

We are centrally located in the city of Santa Barbara in a quaint neighborhood that is freeway close. We are just a few short blocks to shopping, hospitals, beaches, dining and theater.

Is Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara affiliated with a hospital if more care is needed?

Pacifica Santa Barbara is a non-medical care community. We work closely with Cottage Hospital of Santa Barbara as well as several health agencies including Home Health and Hospice.

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Memory Care Starting At: $5500/month

Room and housing options

Companion Suites: We Offer Companion Suites
Studio Apartments

Dining options

Dining Room Shared Meals
Room Service For Meals

Features

Beauty Barber Shop
Resident Transportation
Party Space
Tv Room
Garden And Patio
Security Gate

Cleaning services

Laundry For Linens
Housekeeping
Laundry For Clothing

Technology and entertainment

Technology Extra: Cable, Phone And Internet Hookups In Every Room.

Health services

Hospice Care
Medication Management

Activities

Offsite Activities
Music
Games
Stories
Religious Services
Lectures Discussions
Tai Chi
Fitness Room
Yoga
Gardening
Cooking
Arts And Crafts

Financial guidance

Home Sale Assistance
Va Benefits Consultation
Financing Advice

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Guests At Mealtime

General

Resident Capacity: 35
Minimum Age: 62
Pets: Small Pets Allowed

Licenses

State Licenses: 425802116

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About Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara

Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara is a 36 bed memory care community located in beautiful down town Santa Barbara, just blocks from Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital and various other medical offices. Large courtyards, gardens and fountains offer a tranquil setting for residents. Spacious common areas allow for social gatherings and entertainment. Residents and family enjoy the unique size of Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara, offering the amenities, care and staffing of a large community yet maintaining the intimacy of small homes.

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