Covenant Living at the Samarkand

Safety data last updated July 2026

Part of the FYI Safety Scorecard, the independent safety rating for every California assisted living facility.

Why we like it

• Solid safety record

  A mostly clean inspection record: 3 serious and 0 minor citations across 8 state inspections. Nothing here stands out as a red flag, though it's still worth asking how any past issues were resolved.

• Historic Santa Barbara campus

  The Samarkand has a storied history and established presence in Santa Barbara, offering a campus setting in one of California's most beautiful coastal cities.

• Faith-based nonprofit

  Covenant Living is a mission-driven nonprofit operator. Nonprofit communities often prioritize reinvestment in care and services over profit.

• Full continuum of care

  As a CCRC, residents can transition through levels of care without leaving the campus — a major advantage for long-term planning.

• Ideal climate

  Santa Barbara's mild Mediterranean climate with year-round temperate weather is among the best in the country for outdoor activity and comfort.

• Santa Barbara cost of living

  Santa Barbara is one of the most expensive markets in California, and pricing at a large CCRC campus here will reflect that.

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Frequently asked questions

How safe is Covenant Living at the Samarkand?

Covenant Living at the Samarkand has a FYI Safety Score of 8.7 out of 10, based on California state inspection records. 3 state citations and 0 verified complaints have been documented since 2021 across 8 inspections.

Does Covenant Living at the Samarkand offer memory care?

Covenant Living at the Samarkand does not currently list Memory Care. Care types available include: Assisted Living.

Does Covenant Living at the Samarkand accept Medi-Cal?

Covenant Living at the Samarkand is not currently listed as a participant in the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program for Medi-Cal.

When was Covenant Living at the Samarkand last inspected?

The most recent state inspection visit to Covenant Living at the Samarkand was on 2026-04-28. The facility has received 8 total inspection visits on record.

How many violations does Covenant Living at the Samarkand have?

Covenant Living at the Samarkand has 3 state citations and 0 verified complaints since 2021 across 8 inspections. Our FYI Safety Score for this facility is 8.7 out of 10, which accounts for the severity and recency of these findings.

How long has Covenant Living at the Samarkand been in operation?

Covenant Living at the Samarkand has been licensed for 32 years in Santa Barbara, California, with a licensed capacity of 379 beds.

Facility Details

License data from the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. View full state record

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