Villa Santa Barbara offers both Assisted Living and Independent Living, allowing residents to select the level of day-to-day support that matches their current needs. Short-term respite stays are accepted, and the staff is trained in diabetes management for those who require regular monitoring or insulin administration. Residents who later need a temporary increase in care—such as after a hospital stay—can continue to stay on campus under a respite agreement rather than relocating to a higher-acuity setting.
Medical and safety systems are integrated throughout the property. Every apartment is equipped with emergency call buttons that link directly to the on-site response team, and common areas are protected by sprinkler coverage. Licensed staff coordinate hospice services, medication management, incontinence care, ambulatory support, and arrange visits from physical therapists and podiatrists. Help with bathing, dressing, eating, and toileting is available for residents who need some physical assistance, and transfers can be handled with standby supervision, a walker, a wheelchair, or a one-person assist. Although the community is designed to be navigable for those with mild memory changes, it does not operate a dedicated dementia-care program.
Accommodation options range from studios to larger floor plans; some units include kitchenettes while others are more compact. Weekly housekeeping is provided for all residences, but layouts and storage space vary, so interested families should confirm specific features during a tour.
The culinary program follows a set menu with rotating selections, and snacks are available throughout the day. A private dining room can be reserved for family gatherings, and the kitchen team accommodates physician-ordered diet modifications such as low-sodium or carbohydrate-controlled meals for residents managing diabetes.
Common-area amenities include wheelchair-accessible entrances, a fitness and wellness center, exercise room, library, barber and beauty salon, internet access points, communal gardens, and several resident-run special-interest clubs. Scheduled transportation is offered for medical appointments and local errands. Pets are allowed; it’s a good idea to check with the community during your visit to see if your pet will be allowed.
