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Thank you for keeping my sister and I connected. I appreciate the video chats and love that you make it available for her. Even though I am out of state, I feel very connected to her, thanks to staff.... Read more
At Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara, compassionate memory and respite care options await your loved one in an updated, luxurious setting. With an idyllic senior living sanctuary to come home to, residents can explore Santa Barbara’s interesting environment and return to unwind in all the comfort and care of their new home.
Find the proper care you’ve been seeking for your loved one with Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara’s individualized care approach, specialized memory care programs, and helpful services including on-site health care visits, medication management, housekeeping, linen services, and more.
In the dining room, residents enjoy three dishes served daily with senior health in mind as well as snacks throughout the day, making it easy to stave off cravings or fight senior appetite loss. After satisfying, nutritious meals, residents have lots in store for stimulation and enrichment.
Get pampered at the on-site beauty salon, stroll through the landscaped courtyard in mild weather, or join in a regularly scheduled activity designed to promote physical health, creativity, and social interaction.
Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara offers shared and private studio floor plans that can fit a queen bed or two single beds.
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Total monthly costs depend on room type, select services, and the level of care needed.
*Prices quoted are monthly rental charges and are provided by the communities themselves. Actual prices may differ due to one-time fees, timing and care services required. Speak with your Senior Living Advisor to learn more.
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A Place for Mom has scored Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara with 2 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 1 review in the last 2 years. Over all time, Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara has 59 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.6 out of 5.
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My loved one passed away last month, and her ring which was an heirloom went missing from her finger. Her teeth were never brushed, and I was sad to see her when the care was mediocre at best. The staff seamed to be on their phones a lot and not paying much attention.
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Response from Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara
August 30, 2023We know the heartbreak of losing someone you care deeply about and hope that you are finding peace moving forward. We wanted to respond to some of the issues you raised in your review. With regard to a missing heirloom. When someone moves into our community we advise family members and POAs not to bring/leave any valuables into the apartments. As time has passed, we hope that you have since found the heirloom or have filed a police report. We have made changes in care staffing and hired an experienced Memory Care Director who considers staff re-training a priority. Most importantly, we are hiring a new Executive Director who we expect will set the tone of excellence.
I toured this community and it was great. The staff was friendly and cleanliness was good. Just too far from home for us.
Thank you for keeping my sister and I connected. I appreciate the video chats and love that you make it available for her. Even though I am out of state, I feel very connected to her, thanks to staff.
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October 29, 2021Anonymous, thank you for your kind words and this wonderful review!
So grateful to all! You helped my family when we were going through difficult times. My loved one is stable and happy in the community. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
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October 30, 2021Anonymous, we're happy you found our staff to be so supportive during your experience here at Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara.
This community feels like home. We are Welcome and my Uncle is very calm and happy here. We love how the staff are so attentive. This is a great place for people with dementia.
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October 30, 2021Hi Anonymous, we are very happy to have provided you with such a positive experience!
My partner has been in three other facilities and Pacifica is by far the best. The administration and care staff are helpful, friendly and caring. The grounds are clean and attractive. I'm very pleased.
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October 30, 2021Arthur L, thanks for your praise and kind comments about our team.
This is my first introduction to a memory care facility (not a perfect world). The amount of responsibility that goes into this type of work is unbelievably challenging most of the time. I have the utmost respect for all that are a part of Pacifica S.B. You are amazing, special people. I thank each and every one of you from the bottom of my heart for all that in a day or night depending on shift. You are compassionate, caring, humorous, loving, patient people. I love you all! Thank you!
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October 30, 2021Anonymous, we're happy to hear you had such a positive experience with our team!
He's in excellent hands at Pacifica. I can't say enough about their professionalism and compassion. I'm so grateful for finding the best place for him on such short notice. We didn't expect this to happen so early in his journey but I'm so grateful that he's safe and in good hands.
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October 29, 2021Kim S, your wonderful feedback and rating mean a lot to us.
This place is great! It's small and they treat my loved one like a queen. She can be picky at times but the staff always respond kindly. The atmosphere here is very comfortable. My favorite part is that it doesn't feel like a nursing home, it feels like home but with so much more to do and so many more helpers. Thank you for supporting our family in this difficult decision.
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October 27, 2021L T, we're happy you found our staff to be so supportive during your experience here at Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara.
Thank you for taking such good care of my mother! The staff treated her with kindness and respect. We felt welcome and enjoyed our visits.
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October 27, 2021Hi Anonymous, thank you so much for your positive comments about Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara!
Thank you for keeping my sister and I connected. I appreciate the video chats and love that you make it available for her. Even though I am out of state, I feel very connected to he, thanks to the staff.
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October 27, 2021Hi Anonymous! We're so happy we were able to help you out!
So grateful to you all! You helped my family when we were going through difficult times. My loved one is stable and happy in the community. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
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October 27, 2021Anonymous, we're happy to hear you had such a positive experience with our team!
This community feel like home. We are welcome and my uncle is very calm and happy here. We love how the staff are so attentive. This is a great place for people with dementia.
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October 27, 2021Anonymous, thank you for your kind review; we are happy to pass along your comments to the team here at Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara!
Moving my spouse into a memory care was not easy. I think I had a harder time wit the transition but the team there quickly made me comfortable and reassured me of my decision. I am grateful for the care you provide.
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October 27, 2021Anonymous, thank you for your kind words and this wonderful review!
Thank you for keeping my sister and I connected. I appreciate the video chats and love that you make it available for her. Even though I am out of state, I feel very connected to her, thanks to the staff.
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October 27, 2021Anonymous, thank you for your kind review; we are happy to pass along your comments to the team here at Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara!
I thought it was depressing. I couldn’t get out of there quick enough when I came to tour. I would never recommend it. The cost was a little bit less though.
Response from Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara
October 31, 2021Your review is very concerning to us. We would appreciate if you would contact our community by calling (805) 203-0795 to speak with our Executive Director about your recent experience.
Wonderful. More than pleasantly surprised. Everything I / we needed was explained and to finish up - cost is fabulous.
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October 31, 2021Beverly L, we really appreciate your positive review!
I feel very comfortable with all aspects of the facility and staff. Great communication. Highly recommend.
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October 31, 2021Hi Dan C, we are very happy to have provided you with such a positive experience!
Great place with outstanding service. Professional attitudes and they go out of their way to make patients happy. Fantastic work at this facility.
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Response from Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara
October 31, 2021Thank you for taking the time to share your review, your opinion is very important to us. Did you know we have a Facebook page with pictures of our residents and their interesting activities? (The link to the Facebook page is on our website, https://www.pacificaseniorliving.com/ca/santa-barbara/pacifica-senior-living-santa-barbara/index.aspx). Please feel free to contact with any and all questions, (805) 203-0795. We hope you have a wonderful day and we hope to see you at one of our upcoming activities!
Excellent caring facility. I love [name removed] who is the director of Pacifica. The love that they display is amazing. I would recommend this facility to anyone that needs memory care.
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Response from Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara
October 31, 2021Joe M, we're happy to hear you had such a positive experience with our team!
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Call (805) 429-4477 to reach a resident at Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara.
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