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JF
5
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October 11, 2020
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.`
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About Santa Barbara Memory Care in Santa Barbara, California
Santa Barbara Memory Care, located at 325 W Islay Street in Santa Barbara, California, is a specialized community dedicated to providing compassionate care for individuals living with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. The community offers both Memory Care and Respite Care services, ensuring personalized support tailored to each resident's unique needs. The community features a cozy, home-like environment with private and semi-private residences. Each apartment is designed for ease of navigation and includes amenities such as individually controlled thermostats, cable TV, emergency alert systems, and private bathrooms. The campus is pet-friendly, allowing residents to bring their beloved cats and dogs. Residents benefit from a range of amenities and services aimed at enhancing their quality of life. These include chef-prepared meals served in a restaurant-style dining room, weekly housekeeping, laundry and linen services, and scheduled transportation for medical appointments and outings. The community also offers a variety of activities such as arts and crafts, music programs, fitness classes including Tai Chi and yoga, and horticultural activities. A distinctive feature of Santa Barbara Memory Care is its Legacies memory care program, which incorporates personalized activities like pet therapy, art therapy, and the Music and Memory program. This approach helps residents engage with their past experiences and maintain cognitive functions. Situated in a quiet neighborhood, the community is just blocks away from Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital and various medical offices, providing residents with convenient access to healthcare services. To learn more about this provider's license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search
Reviews of Santa Barbara Memory Care in Santa Barbara, California
4.3
(10 reviews)
Facility
3.8
Staff
4.5
Food
3.8
Activities
4.7
Value
3.7
ELee27
2
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August 19, 2023
I have a very dear loved one at this facility, 2 years or so ago the facility was going through a bit of changes, but things were being done, taken care of and I felt as if my family member was in great care, of course no place is perfect but at first, it seemed pretty darn close. I would love to say that things have been great in general since then, but I just can’t. This facility has so much potential, but what needs to be taken care of, most importantly the residents, are sometimes overlooked, and the word sometimes is generous. I have to say the there are a handful of care takers that go above and beyond, but unfortunately when they’re not there, and you have a more lackadaisical crew (one their phones, nowhere to be found) you may find yourself in a bit of a pickle for sure. Again, the place has so much potential. But I think the staff needs to be more kind, especially to the family members coming to visit. I have been ignored mid sentence, I have been ignored entirely, I say hi to no avail. This place doesn’t feel like a home for my family member and it certainly doesn’t seem like I’m welcome when I come to see them. It’s already such a hard transition for them and for the family and friends. A little kindness goes a long way, and there are the a few who take pride in and genuinely care for people and their jobs, that go above and beyond, and I owe everything to them. That being said, the great ones can’t be there 24/7 very unfortunately. I hope this facility can make a turn around because it can. It just needs to choose to :) No one should pay ANY amount of money to worry, be stressed, lose sleep, and wonder what the HELL is going on. Do better.
Provider Response
JF
5
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October 11, 2020
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
LadybugCassandra
5
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September 28, 2020
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
Karen Elizabeth
5
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September 16, 2020
My dad is very well taken care of. He loves the food and enjoys the kind staff.
Provider Response
Ray Saavedra
5
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September 16, 2020
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
Sweezytouch1
4
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September 16, 2020
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
PD Hightower
5
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September 16, 2020
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
Glenda
5
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October 8, 2018
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
SS
3
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March 28, 2018
I visited. 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.
Kara763735
4
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March 27, 2017
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.
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Services and Amenities of Santa Barbara Memory Care in Santa Barbara, California
Dining
- Communal Dining
- Room Service
- Guest Meals
Games Hobbies & Recreation
- Arts & Crafts Activities/Programs
- Educational Activities/Programs
- Music Activities/Programs
- Facilitated Field Trips/Outings
- Tabletop & Other Games/Programs
- Horticultural Activities
Inside Amenities
- Entertainment Venues
- Cable/Satellite TV in Common Area
Pets
- Pets
Personal Care
- Cooking services
Financing & Payment Options
- Home Sale Assistance
- Financial Guidance
- All Inclusive Rent
Health Services
- Hospice Care
- Medication Reminders
On-Site Services
- Religious Services
- Veterans Affairs (VA) Aid Assistance
Safety & Security
- Gated Facility
Fitness & Wellness Programs
- Fitness & wellness facilities/equipment
- Tai Chi
- Salon Services
- Yoga/Stretching opportunities
Housekeeping & Maintenance
- Housekeeping Services
- Laundry Services
- Linen Services
Outside Amenities
- Garden
Transportation & Shopping
- General Transportation Services
Additional Amenity Information
- Technology: Cable, phone and internet hookups in every room.
- State Licenses: 425802116
State Licenses
State License: 425802116
Costs for Santa Barbara Memory Care in Santa Barbara, California
Memory Care
$5,500
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