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Santa Barbara Memory Care

325 W Islay St

Santa Barbara, CA 93101

36 beds • Est. 2019 (7 years)


FYI Safety Score

0.2 Poor

A concerning record — 21 recent citations and 22 older and 26 substantiated complaints across 42 inspections. We strongly recommend reviewing the full state record. Last inspected in February 2026.


Why we like it

Santa Barbara Memory Care is a 36-bed senior living community in Santa Barbara. The facility offers assisted living, memory care.

  • Memory care specialty

    Dedicated memory care program for residents with Alzheimer's or dementia.

  • Active lifestyle programs

    Offers organized activities, events, and social programs to keep residents engaged.

  • Dining program

    Provides prepared meals and dining services for residents.

  • Regulatory citation history

    Has received 23 Type A citations (serious — these indicate immediate risk to health, safety, or personal rights). Ask what corrective actions have been taken.

  • Substantiated complaints on file

    26 of 53 complaint allegations have been substantiated by state investigators. Review the facility's public inspection reports for details.


Pricing

Est. starting from $4,500/mo

Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.

Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.

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Where you'll live

325 W Islay St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

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Amenities & Services

24-Hour Staff
Memory Care Program
Respite Care
Dining
Housekeeping
Activities Program
Courtyard
Outdoor Dining

Frequently asked questions

How safe is Santa Barbara Memory Care?
Santa Barbara Memory Care has a FYI Safety Score of 0.2 out of 9.9, our proprietary score based on California state inspection records. 42 state citations and 26 verified complaints have been documented since 2021 across 42 inspections.
How much does Santa Barbara Memory Care cost?
Santa Barbara Memory Care starts at $4,500 per month. Contact the facility directly for current pricing, room availability, and care-level costs.
Does Santa Barbara Memory Care offer memory care?
Yes, Santa Barbara Memory Care offers Memory Care services. Care types available include: Memory Care.
Does Santa Barbara Memory Care accept Medi-Cal?
Santa Barbara Memory Care is not currently listed as a participant in the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program for Medi-Cal.
When was Santa Barbara Memory Care last inspected?
The most recent state inspection visit to Santa Barbara Memory Care was on 2026-02-25. The facility has received 42 total inspection visits on record.
How many violations does Santa Barbara Memory Care have?
Santa Barbara Memory Care has 42 state citations and 26 verified complaints since 2021 across 42 inspections. Our FYI Safety Score for this facility is 0.2 out of 9.9, which accounts for the severity and recency of these findings.
How long has Santa Barbara Memory Care been in operation?
Santa Barbara Memory Care has been licensed for 7 years in Santa Barbara, California, with a licensed capacity of 36 beds.

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
425802116
Size
36 beds (Medium (7–49 beds))
Licensed Since
February 11, 2019 (7 years)
Licensee
Pac Coast Inc,Gp of Pac Coast Lp;Santa Barbara Mgr
Administrator
Lisa Gerr
Phone
(805) 880-4770
Address
325 W Islay St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

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


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