1212 BEL AIR DR, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
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State licensedAssisted Living
Mesa Care
Santa Barbara, CaliforniaState inspected Sep 25, 2025, 7 citations since 2022
About Mesa Care
Mesa Care brings personalized assisted living to Santa Barbara, California, where experienced staff support daily activities while residents maintain their independence. Our compassionate approach to assisted living helps families find peace of mind knowing their loved ones receive attentive care in a welcoming community.
Community at a glance
Capacity
6 residents
State license
#425801158, Licensed
Location
Santa Barbara, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
2424 Calle Soria, Santa Barbara, California 93109
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Mesa Care. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited Mesa Care on September 25, 2025.
Since July 2022, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 4 routine inspections, 3 complaint visits and 1 other visit.
Inspectors issued 6 Type A citations and 1 Type B citation. A Type A citation means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights.
Across 7,137 licensed communities in California, the average in the state's record is 5.9 citations and 27% have none.
The state investigated 2 complaints, and found 1 allegation substantiated.
Last visit
Sep 25, 2025
Routine inspections
4
Type A citations
6
Type B citations
1
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Other visits | 1 | 5 | 1 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Sep 25, 2025, Oct 8, 2024, Oct 25, 2023, Oct 18, 2022.
Complaints
- October 30, 20246 unsubstantiated
- July 20, 20221 allegation substantiated, 1 unsubstantiated, 1 citation
- substantiated:
- the state found it more likely than not that it happened.
- inconclusive:
- the state could not prove or disprove it.
- unsubstantiated:
- it may have happened, but there was not enough evidence.
- unfounded:
- the state found it false or not possible.
License
- License number
- 425801158
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 6 residents
- Licensed since
- October 28, 2004
- Licensee
- Polunets, Alex & Polunets, Valentina
- Administrator
- Valentyna Polunets
Location
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2424 Calle SoriaSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has Mesa Care had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Mesa Care 6 Type A citations and 1 Type B citation since July 2022. Type A means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights; Type B means a potential risk if not corrected.
When was Mesa Care last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on September 25, 2025. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about Mesa Care?+
The state investigated 2 complaints since July 2022. Of the allegations, 1 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 7 unsubstantiated and 0 unfounded.
How much does assisted living cost?+
The national median is around $6,200 per month, though it ranges from roughly $4,500 to $11,800 depending on location, apartment size, and level of care.
Does Medicare pay for assisted living?+
Medicare does not cover the room-and-board cost of assisted living. Medicaid may help in many states through waivers, and VA benefits can offset costs for eligible veterans.
What's the difference from a nursing home?+
Assisted living is for people who need help with daily tasks but are largely independent. Nursing homes (skilled nursing) provide 24-hour medical and rehabilitative care.