Best Assisted Living Facilities in Goleta, CA
Find local assisted living and retirement communities in the Goleta, CA area.
There are 3 senior living facilities in Goleta, ranging from independent living communities to nursing homes. Costs, amenities, and levels of care will vary significantly depending on your chosen community, though the average cost of assisted living in the city is $4,784 per month. This guide will discuss the best senior living options in Goleta to help you find the community that's the right fit for you or a loved one.
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Mariposa at Ellwood Shores
190 Viajero Dr, Goleta, CA 93117 (0.4 mi from city center)Mariposa at Ellwood Shores is a senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care services in Goleta, CA.
Villa Blanca, LLC
6272 Avenida Ganso, Goleta, CA 93117 (1.1 mi from city center)Villa Blanca is a family-owned and operated residential care facility that provides seniors with a warm and welcoming home-like setting, focusing on preserving independence and dignity.
Friendship Manor
6647 El Colegio Rd, Goleta, CA 93117 (1.3 mi from city center)Friendship Manor is a non-profit charitable retirement community serving senior citizens age 62 and over, providing a unique niche for seniors who want to live independently and are in need of simple services.
Maravilla Senior Living Community
5486 Calle Real, Santa Barbara, CA 93111 (2.6 mi from city center)Maravilla is a luxury senior living community in Santa Barbara, CA, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care services.
Buena Vista Care Center
160 S Patterson Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93111 (2.9 mi from city center)Buena Vista Care Center is a 150-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility located in Santa Barbara, California.
Valle Verde
900 Calle De Los Amigos, Santa Barbara, CA 93105 (6.2 mi from city center)Valle Verde is a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) offering a full continuum of services including residential living, assisted living, memory support, and nursing care.
Vista Del Monte
3775 Modoc Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93105 (6.4 mi from city center)Vista del Monte is a licensed Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) in Santa Barbara, California offering four levels of care - Independent Living, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing and Memory Care.
Hillside House
1235 Veronica Springs Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93105 (6.7 mi from city center)Hillside House is a residential facility for 59 people with developmental disabilities, including intellectual disabilities, cerebral palsy, autism, and epilepsy.
The Samarkand
2550 Treasure Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93105 (7.4 mi from city center)Covenant Living at the Samarkand is a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) located in Santa Barbara, California, offering a range of living options and care services.
Mesa Care
2424 Calle Soria, Santa Barbara, CA 93109 (7.6 mi from city center)Mesa Care is a family-operated residential care facility for the elderly, providing personalized care and a home-like atmosphere.
Villa Alamar Memory Care
45 E Alamar Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93105 (7.7 mi from city center)Villa Alamar is a locally owned and operated, all-inclusive memory care community located in beautiful Santa Barbara, California.
Wood Glen Senior Living
3010 Foothill Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93105 (7.8 mi from city center)Wood Glen Senior Living is a non-profit retirement residence in Santa Barbara, offering superior, affordable independent and assisted living for seniors.
Mission Villa
321 W Mission St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 (8.1 mi from city center)Mission Villa is a 14-bed senior care home specializing in Alzheimer's, dementia, and other cognitive diagnoses, located in mid-town Santa Barbara.
Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara
325 W Islay St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 (8.2 mi from city center)Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara is a 36-bed memory care community located in downtown Santa Barbara, offering private and semi-private residences, customized dining, and 24-hour personal care.
Alexander Gardens
2120 Santa Barbara St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105 (8.3 mi from city center)Alexander Gardens is an all-inclusive retirement community located in beautiful Santa Barbara, California, just minutes from shops, restaurants, hospitals, and the historic Santa Barbara Mission.
Oak Cottage of Santa Barbara
1820 De La Vina St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 (8.3 mi from city center)Oak Cottage of Santa Barbara is a senior living community specializing in Alzheimer's and dementia care, offering a warm and familiar environment with private or shared bathrooms and a variety of amenities.
Senior Helpers of Santa Barbara
1900 State Street, Suite B, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 (8.3 mi from city center)Senior Helpers of Santa Barbara provides in-home senior care services to support aging in place.
Garden Court On De La Vina (HUD)
1116 De La Vina St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 (8.8 mi from city center)Garden Court On De La Vina (HUD) is a senior living facility providing independent living services for frail, low-income seniors aged 62+.
Cliff View Terrace
1020 Cliff Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93109 (9 mi from city center)Cliff View Terrace is a skilled nursing facility located in Santa Barbara, CA, offering a range of care services and amenities.
Villa Santa Barbara
227 E Anapamu St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 (9 mi from city center)Villa Santa Barbara is a senior living facility offering independent and assisted living services in downtown Santa Barbara, California.
Casa Dorinda Retirement
300 Hot Springs Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108 (12.5 mi from city center)Casa Dorinda is a continuing care retirement community offering independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing to residents.
Peppers Estate Independent Living
430 Hot Springs Rd., Santa Barbara, CA 93108 (12.5 mi from city center)Peppers Estate is an Assisted Living community located at 430 Hot Springs Road in Santa Barbara, CA.
Atterdag Village of Solvang
636 Atterdag Road, Solvang, CA 93463 (19.6 mi from city center)Atterdag Village of Solvang is a California non-profit corporation serving seniors since 1952, offering assisted living, memory care, and independent living.
GranVida
5464 Carpinteria Ave, Carpinteria, CA 93013 (20 mi from city center)GranVida Senior Living and Memory Care offers assisted living and memory care services in Carpinteria, California.
Fountain Square of Lompoc
1420 W North Ave, Lompoc, CA 93436 (38 mi from city center)Fountain Square of Lompoc offers a personalized approach to assisted living and memory care, providing a welcoming setting designed to promote interaction and socialization.
Map of Assisted Living in Goleta
Find the right senior living community by location- Mariposa at Ellwood Shores
- Villa Blanca, LLC
- Friendship Manor
- Maravilla Senior Living Community
- Buena Vista Care Center
- Valle Verde
- Vista Del Monte
- Hillside House
- The Samarkand
- Mesa Care
- Villa Alamar Memory Care
- Wood Glen Senior Living
- Mission Villa
- Pacifica Senior Living Santa Barbara
- Alexander Gardens
- Oak Cottage of Santa Barbara
- Senior Helpers of Santa Barbara
- Garden Court On De La Vina (HUD)
- Cliff View Terrace
- Villa Santa Barbara
- Casa Dorinda Retirement
- Peppers Estate Independent Living
- Atterdag Village of Solvang
- GranVida
- Fountain Square of Lompoc
Senior Living Statistics for Goleta, California
Average Senior Living Costs by Housing Type
Senior housing costs in Goleta, California start at an average of $4,784 per month for assisted living. Average prices can range up to $7,500 per month for a one-bedroom unit in a nursing home. There are plenty of options at price points in between, including independent living at $4,959 per month, memory care at $5,063 per month, and a private room in a nursing home at $4,874 per month.
| Housing Type | Average Monthly Cost |
|---|---|
| Assisted Living | $4,784 |
| Memory Care | $5,063 |
| Independent Living | $4,959 |
| Nursing Home: Private Room | $4,874 |
| Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room | $4,837 |
| Nursing Home: Studio | $6,474 |
| Nursing Home: One Bedroom | $7,500 |
Average Cost of Assisted Living in Goleta
In Goleta, assisted living costs a monthly average of 4784, which is higher than the United States average of $4,546 per month. Goleta is more expensive than some other cities in the area, including Santa Maria ($3,312 per month) and Vandenberg AFB ($3,356 per month), and also above the California state average of $4,357.
| City | Average Monthly Cost |
|---|---|
| Goleta | $4,784 |
| Santa Maria | $3,312 |
| Vandenberg AFB | $3,356 |
Here is how the average cost of assisted living in Goleta compares to California and the national average:
| Area | Average Monthly Cost |
|---|---|
| Goleta | $4,784 |
| California | $4,357 |
| United States | $4,546 |
Senior Living Availability in Goleta
There are 3 different senior living communities in Goleta. If you decide to look for communities near Goleta, there are 27 facilities in the surrounding area. If you want to broaden your search to the state of California, there are 2,558 facilities in the state.
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Goleta Senior Demographics
Goleta has a population with 52.2% male and 47.8% female residents. Seniors make up 33.4% of the community, including 12.6% in their 50s, 10.7% in their 60s, 6.8% in their 70s, and 3.3% over 80. Marital status data reveals that 44.5% are married, 10.7% are divorced, 41.4% have never married, and 3.5% are widowed. The city's diversity includes 36.7% Hispanic, 51.5% White, 18.2% mixed race, and 11.4% Asian individuals.
Population
Goleta has a population of 32,693.- 52.2% Male
- 47.8% Female
Marital Status
- 44.5% Married
- 10.7% Divorced
- 41.4% Never Married
- 3.5% Widowed
Age
Seniors make up about 33.4% of the population.- 12.6% in their 50s
- 10.7% in their 60s
- 6.8% in their 70s
- 3.3% in their 80s
Diversity
- 51.5% White
- 2.3% Black
- 11.4% Asian
- 0.4% Native
- 16.2% Identifying as Other
- 18.2% Mixed Race
- 36.7% Hispanic
Additional Cities with Assisted Living Near Goleta
The average cost of senior living in Goleta, California aligns with other nearby cities, including Santa Barbara ($4,774 per month) and Solvang ($4,797 per month).
| City | Average Monthly Cost |
|---|
| City | Average Monthly Cost |
|---|---|
| Santa Barbara | $4,774 |
| Lompoc | $3,408 |
| City | Average Monthly Cost |
|---|---|
| Carpinteria | $4,881 |
| Solvang | $4,797 |
Senior Living Ratings Methodology
Our experts spent over 50 hours researching the best communities in each city, focusing on these key factors.
Available Care
We value communities that offer more than standard living services, such as memory care and independent living. We think this is beneficial for older adults, as it allows a community to meet your changing needs over time.
Amenities
Amenities can help an assisted living community feel like a luxury resort or a home away from home. Our research focuses on communities that offer extra perks and benefits for seniors to enjoy.
Location
Location can be important. Since many seniors like to have certain comforts nearby, we look at communities close to parks, shopping areas, hospitals, museums, and other practical or entertaining points of interest.
Reviews
We read through dozens of reviews for every single contender and include a summary of our findings. In most cases, we see common themes regarding positive and negative feedback about each community. Just remember not to take individual reviews at face value.
Cost
Assisted living costs vary greatly based on the facility and level of care. We considered communities that are suitable for various budgets and offer solid value. All prices listed are from community websites.