1801 BATH ST, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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Assisted living & personal care24-hour supervisionMedication management
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State licensedAssisted LivingMemory Care
Santa Barbara Memory Care
Santa Barbara, CaliforniaState inspected Sep 15, 2026, 47 citations since 2022
About Santa Barbara Memory Care
Santa Barbara Memory Care provides compassionate assisted living for seniors navigating memory challenges in California's coastal community. Our dedicated team creates a secure, supportive environment where residents receive personalized care while maintaining dignity and connection with loved ones.
Community at a glance
Capacity
36 residents
State license
#425802116, Licensed
Location
Santa Barbara, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted LivingMemory Care
Contact & location
325 W Islay St, Santa Barbara, California 93101
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Santa Barbara Memory Care. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited Santa Barbara Memory Care on September 15, 2026.
Since February 2022, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 5 routine inspections, 23 complaint visits and 16 other visits.
Inspectors issued 26 Type A citations and 21 Type B citations. 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 19 complaints, and found 26 allegations substantiated.
Last visit
Sep 15, 2026
Routine inspections
5
Type A citations
26
Type B citations
21
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 23 | 9 | 13 |
| Other visits | 16 | 17 | 8 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Feb 25, 2026, Feb 24, 2025, Jan 30, 2024, Feb 21, 2023, Feb 25, 2022.
Complaints
- April 7, 20262 allegations substantiated, 1 citation
- January 15, 20262 allegations substantiated, 1 unsubstantiated, 1 citation
- August 27, 20251 allegation substantiated, 2 citations
- June 25, 20251 allegation substantiated, 1 citation
- June 11, 20244 unsubstantiated
- June 11, 20243 unsubstantiated
- June 11, 20243 allegations substantiated, 4 unsubstantiated, 1 citation
- June 11, 20242 allegations substantiated, 7 unsubstantiated, 2 citations
- June 11, 20241 allegation substantiated, 5 unsubstantiated, 1 citation
- June 3, 20241 allegation substantiated, 1 citation
- May 6, 20242 allegations substantiated, 2 citations
- May 6, 20244 allegations substantiated, 3 citations
Showing the 12 most recent of 19.
- 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
- 425802116
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 36 residents
- Licensed since
- February 11, 2019
- Licensee
- Pac Coast Inc.;pacifica Coast Lp;santa Barbara Mgr
- Administrator
- Lisa Gerr
Location
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325 W Islay StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has Santa Barbara Memory Care had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Santa Barbara Memory Care 26 Type A citations and 21 Type B citations since February 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 Santa Barbara Memory Care last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on September 15, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about Santa Barbara Memory Care?+
The state investigated 19 complaints since February 2022. Of the allegations, 26 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 26 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.