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Vista Del Monte

(805) 687-0793

About Vista Del Monte

Vista Del Monte brings personalized assisted living to Santa Barbara, California, where experienced caregivers support daily activities while residents maintain independence. Our Santa Barbara community prioritizes comfort, dignity, and meaningful connections for adults who benefit from extra help with life's practical needs.

Community at a glance

Capacity

266 residents

State license

#425800464, Licensed

Location

Santa Barbara, CA

Status

Listed in a public registry

Care & services offered

Assisted Living

Contact & location

3775 Modoc Road, Santa Barbara, California 93105

(805) 687-0793

California inspection record

From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Vista Del Monte. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports

State inspectors last visited Vista Del Monte on July 8, 2026.

Since July 2022, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 5 routine inspections, 2 complaint visits and 1 other visit.

Inspectors issued 1 Type A citation 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

Jul 8, 2026

Routine inspections

5

Type A citations

1

Type B citations

1

Visits and citations

Kind of visitVisitsType AType B
Routine inspections500
Complaint investigations200
Other visits111

Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Jun 30, 2026, Jul 22, 2025, Jul 29, 2024, Jul 27, 2023, Jul 20, 2022.

Complaints

  • March 4, 20251 allegation substantiated
  • May 29, 20241 unsubstantiated
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
425800464
License type
RCFE-Continuing Care Retirement Community
Status
Licensed
Licensed capacity
266 residents
Licensed since
July 30, 1999
Licensee
Front Porch Communities and Services, Inc.
Administrator
Douglas Tucker

Location

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3775 Modoc RoadSanta Barbara, CA 93105

12 other communities within 10 miles

Senior living near Santa Barbara

Assisted Living: frequently asked questions

Has Vista Del Monte had any violations?+

California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Vista Del Monte 1 Type A citation 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 Vista Del Monte last inspected?+

State inspectors last visited on July 8, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.

Have there been complaints about Vista Del Monte?+

The state investigated 2 complaints since July 2022. Of the allegations, 1 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 1 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.

Senior living in Santa Barbara Assisted Living in California Assisted Living guide Information last updated October 2026