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9.6
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27 reviews
My loved one has passed away last year. But she was in a great location and facility at the end. Based on the experience we had with Cliff View Terrace we would 100% recommend this community to other...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Cliff View Terrace residents become part of our family. Our goal is for our residents to feel that Cliff View Terrace is home. The luxurious yet comfortable accommodations and caring staff with decades of experience distinguish Cliff View Terrace as the premier facility in Southern California. ...
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9.6
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30 reviews
Can’t say enough about the Palms. The clean and beautiful living arrangements make for a warm and comfortable experience for both the residents and guests. But more importantly, what you will notice after...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Palms is beautifully designed with spacious common areas to enjoy with family and friends. Our elegant dining room serves three chef-prepared meals every day. Activities are an integral part of the lifestyle at The Palms and include arts, crafts, table games, fitness classes, and outings....
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9.4
Review score
36 reviews
[name removed] the new director has turned Westmont around for the better. He has brought a new and refreshing energy to Westmont. He is proactive and understands and truly cares for the needs of his...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Mariposa at Ellwood Shores Assisted Living in Santa Barbara County is a warm, inviting senior living community designed for your comfort and care.Here, you’ll find Independent and Assisted Living as well as Memory Care options, with amenities and activities designed to promote optimum well-being...
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9.4
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84 reviews
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Live life in style at Villa Santa Barbara, where residents can soak up the Southern California sun and enjoy desired amenities and services fit for the American Riviera. Our goal is to enrich the lives of our residents by providing an environment that is physically, mentally, spiritually and...
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9.2
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58 reviews
I would honestly give a "5" rating for each of these areas. We remain very please with the level of care and overarching experience. We signed the lease in late [date removed] and moved our loved one into...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Celebrate your independence at Atria Las Posas! Entertain family and friends in the courtyard and enjoy the outdoor grill. Or take advantage of all the community has to offer inside, including a movie room with projector screen, an upgraded salon, and a fitness center with senior-friendly...
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9.2
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9 reviews
She is in a locked memory care unit for safety reasons (she wanders off). Activities are geared towards residents in the more severe category. She has memory issues but is basically still "with it" and there...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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9.2
Review score
47 reviews
Overall it has been a positive experience but my mother-in-law has had some health issues that have not let her fully experience the community activities.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nestled in the heart of Thousand Oaks, Atria Park of Grand Oaks offers resort-style living in a Tuscanesque village setting for Southern California's active older adults. Our amenity-rich community offers all the comforts of home — without the burdens of home maintenance. We provide independent...
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9.2
Review score
78 reviews
The community is unusual in that independent living is combined with assisted living. makes for a kind-hearted and helpful community where more able people reach out to those who need help.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Our retirement community provides a private secure environment for seniors who are seeking a lifestyle free from encumbrance and household worries. From the moment you enter the Ventura TowneHouse, you'll appreciate our enlivening approach to retirement. The lively conversations in the lounge,...
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9.1
Review score
50 reviews
My mother passed away about a year ago. We loved Belmont Village Thousand Oaks!!! They were absolutely amazing! The program they offer for Dementia patients was really fun and helpful with memory issues. ...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Belmont Village Thousand Oaks presents an ideal locale, strategically positioned for effortless accessibility to Los Robles Regional Medical Center and the vibrant array of dining, retail, and entertainment establishments lining Thousand Oaks Blvd. and Westlake Village.Adjacent to our community...
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9.1
Review score
26 reviews
Very impressed with the staff, med techs, caregivers, resident servers, front desk concerns. The food is a major concern ranging from tolerable to incredible.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Reserve at Thousand Oaks is a beautiful place where seniors can enjoy a special quality of retirement living. It is nestled on 9 acres in the hills in Thousand Oaks.Living Independently at The Reserve at Thousand Oaks Condo Style Apartments offers residents the comfort of knowing that 24-hour...
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8.9
Review score
143 reviews
My sister says she felt comfortable the minute she walked in the door and has settled in beautifully. Her room is airy and lovely, the food is plentiful and good, and the staff are caring, positive, and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to Pacifica Senior Living Oxnard, an award-winning full-service luxury senior apartment community located in beautiful Oxnard, CA. Our assisted living apartments and exquisite memory care neighborhood offers luxurious care, peace of mind, and maximum comfort tailored to the needs of each...
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8.9
Review score
46 reviews
My mother-in-law has lived at Simi Hills for six months now and she absolutely loves it. The residence and staff are so friendly and outgoing. She has made lots of new friends and has so much fun doing...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Simi Hills provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Located in one of the safest suburbs in the country, you'll enjoy our stunning views of the Santa Monica Mountains and the tasteful elegance of our community. Residents also appreciate the convenience of being...
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66 Floor plans available
8.9
Review score
33 reviews
My wife and I moved into Camarillo Senior Living about a month ago and we really like it. It is clean and well maintained, but more importantly the staff is really friendly, courteous, and helpful. The food...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Best Is Yet To ComeExperience what the golden years are really about in our beautiful senior living community in Camarillo, California. Surrounded by nature’s finest display of gardens and walking grounds, you can savor resort-like amenities, luxury dining and an abundance of soul-filling...
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8.6
Review score
61 reviews
My only critique with the care services, is that there isn't any kind of "report card" sent out. It would be helpful to have a report of how my mom is doing, what activities and events she is engaged in,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Discover exciting NEW enhancements at Atria Hillcrest, including a custom-designed movie theater, upgraded spa offering manicures and pedicures, a modern bistro, redesigned patio and outdoor dining, custom fitness center, visiting physician's exam room, library, WiFi and Saflok security system.We...
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8.6
Review score
34 reviews
Our father was a resident here for nearly 4 years. We feel the community is very well managed. The staff is exceptional, kind, caring and very trust worthy from the nursing and direct care givers, med techs,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Our senior living community in Ventura, California, ensures that life here is exciting, from well-designed apartment homes with convenient features to delicious dining and enriching activity offerings. Regardless of how you choose to spend your day, our friendly staff is here to provide you with...
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8.5
Review score
12 reviews
The staff was very attentive, plenty of activities, nice floor plan layouts for the apartments, easy move in and move out. Pets are allowed, so of course there are going to be issues. But if the staff is...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to Clearwater at RiverparkFine Living for Independent SeniorsChoosing a new home for yourself or a loved one is never easy, but it can be fun with Clearwater at Riverpark. We’ve taken care to create a warm and welcoming environment with all the comforts of home, plus the inspiring...
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8.5
Review score
19 reviews
Location, nice new facility, staff is friendly. They do seem to be understaffed so it takes more time than I expected to get needs met. Meals could be higher quality as well.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to Regency Palms Oxnard. Senior Living in Oxnard CA. Assisted living and memory care located in the heart of Oxnard.
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8.4
Review score
22 reviews
Generally things are going well. The piece of mind I have is tremendous. They could use a full time driver to take residents to appointments and a wider variety of activities. It is expensive but not as...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to Sage Mountain Senior Living. Sage Mountain opened in November 2018, located in Thousand Oaks and offering seniors a homelike setting in an elegant environment. The care team at Sage Mountain has a passion for helping seniors and their families transition through aging. They can be...
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8.0
Review score
65 reviews
Place is very clean , staff is very friendly Nurse is good , no smell Food is excellent . It feels like home . Housekeeping is very good . Maintaince man is very friendly . You can keep your pet there . It...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Royal Gardens of Camarillo is a full service community devoted to the health and well being of our residents both physically and mentally. From our complete wellness staff featuring a Registered Nurse to our exquisite culinary staff featuring our premiere Chef we are positioned to care for your...
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7.2
Review score
44 reviews
The move in process was great. The executive director helped us on a Sunday by opening the side door while we moved items in because it was much closer to the room and would not disturb as many other...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Sunrise at Wood Ranch offers residents a life full of comfort, independence and happiness. We offer assisted living as well as memory care in our beautiful community. We have a smaller neighborhood called Terrace Club designed for those with early memory loss and that do not need a secured...
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It is a lovely facility. It is an older estate donated by the family years ago to be an assisted living home. It almost could operate as a bed and breakfast, it is that nice. A couple of things we learned...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Alexander Gardens is a spectacular historic home nestled in the Mission area of downtown Santa Barbara, amongst lush, stunning gardens. Concern for the care and needs of seniors has been a hallmark of Alexander Gardens, since the original family built 'casitas' for their elderly loved ones....
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LOVE Wood Glen Hall! A perfect place for family/loved ones. We pre-viewed 9 other facilities in the SB area for our mother and this is the ONLY one that felt like home. The ambiance is cheerful, full of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nestled in the foothills with a spectacular view of the blue Santa Barbara Mountains, cooled by ocean breezes, ringing with the genial laughter of family and friends, and typifying the gracious, relaxed and respectful service you are right to expect, Wood Glen Hall is a home you can make your...
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5.5
Review score
7 reviews
The staff are always willing to help you and front desk is always there. Daily activities but they could do more diverse activities. Staff to drive them to appointments. Food is good and the facility...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
GranVida is a community, a neighborhood of like-minded people who enjoy the uniqueness and beauty of coastal living. Like Carpinteria itself, GranVida embodies small town friendliness, hospitality and social inclusion. As the only senior living and memory care community in Carpinteria, GranVida...
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My father has been at The Gables for over 3 years and has received outstanding care. I am so grateful for the quality of the caregivers and administration.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Over sixty years ago founders of AARP envisioned a gracious retirement community, prerequisites included: temperate climate, beautifully landscaped gardens, community rooms and amenities designed to serve the most discriminating seniors. Hence, their vision of what was to become The Gables was...
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6.3
Review score
7 reviews
We had a brief experience at Aegis of Ventura, but I had a very favorable impression. it was a nice facility, and the staff were very friendly.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Aegis of Ventura features an elegant Spanish style architecture that is beautifully enhanced by luscious landscaping and courtyards. Inside, our compassionate staff treats you like a second family -- starting each day with a smile, a hug and engaging conversation. We offer exceptional Assisted...
Cost of independent living in Montecito, CA
The average cost of senior living in Montecito is $5,094 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Taft, CA with an average of $4,240 per month.
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Recent reviews for independent living in Montecito
Wellness Care Senior Living at Ojai in Oak View, CA
5.0
My mom has been at Autumn Years for over a year now. They have been unfailingly warm and helpful, to us as well as to her. We took care of Mom for two years and understood that it wouldn't be an easy matter to work with her emotional swings, yet the staff at Autumn Years has been beyond ...
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Aegis of Ventura
4.9
The administrative staff are very friendly, helpful, and caring. The community was great! This is the best of the best, and worthwhile for your family.
The food didn't look like the advertisement, but the food still was good though.
The Reserve at Thousand Oaks
4.8
I would recommend you come here to live. There are nice accommodations, and the entire community is very nice.
There are three meals a day, activities, exercises, movies, housekeeping, and linen changing that is included in the monthly fee. They have a washer and dryer in my unit and a ...
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Montecito independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Montecito independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Montecito, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Montecito independent living
Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Montecito partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.9%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
32.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.3%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Montecito independent living
Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Montecito communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Montecito, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
39.1%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.8%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
43.8%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.9%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Montecito independent living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Montecito offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.5%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.8%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.9%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.7%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.4%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.8%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.3%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.4%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
48.4%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
28.1%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
39.1%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.4%
46.1%
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Cliff View Terrace, Palms at Bonaventure and Westmont of Santa Barbara are the top-rated independent living facilities near Montecito, California. See full list of communities.
There are 73 independent living facilities near Montecito, California. See the full list.
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