Buena Vista Care Center

    160 S PATTERSON AVE, Santa Barbara, CA, 93111
    4.4 · 11 reviews
    • Skilled nursing

    Pricing

    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Accept incoming residents on hospice
    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Administer insulin injections
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Coordination with health care providers
    • Diabetes care
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program
    • Physical therapy
    • Rehabilitation program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision
    • Same day assessments

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Memory care community services

    • Care with behavioral issues
    • Mild cognitive impairment
    • Parkinson's care

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor patio
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Family education and support services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Continuing learning programs
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    4.36 · 11 reviews

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.4
    • Staff

      4.4
    • Meals

      4.2
    • Building

      4.5
    • Value

      4.1

    Location

    Map showing location of Buena Vista Care Center

    About Buena Vista Care Center

    Buena Vista Care Center is a 150-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility situated in Santa Barbara, California, enveloped by tree-lined streets and the majestic, lush mountain ranges of the area. This community combines clinical expertise with a warm, welcoming environment, striving to treat every resident like family. The facility is designed not only to provide top-tier medical and therapeutic care but also to offer a genuine sense of home for seniors, ensuring comfort, safety, and well-being for all who reside within its grounds.

    Residents at Buena Vista Care Center receive 24-hour specialized nursing care under the supervision of the Medical Director as well as their own attending physician. The staff at Buena Vista are highly trained and dedicated to delivering individualized care, supporting residents as they navigate recovery, rehabilitation, or ongoing health needs. The center provides a comprehensive array of skilled nursing services alongside progressive therapy treatment plans, ensuring each resident’s needs and goals are met holistically.

    Buena Vista Care Center’s rehabilitation team features licensed professionals in physical, occupational, and speech therapy. The physical therapy department creates personalized treatment plans aimed at helping residents achieve their highest possible level of functional independence after illness, injury, or surgery. Occupational therapists focus on equipping residents to adapt confidently to their social and physical environments, facilitating the mastery of skills essential for daily living and self-care. Speech therapy services at Buena Vista encompass interventions to assess and restore abilities in communication, cognitive skills, and swallowing, supporting a fuller, safer quality of life for residents with diverse challenges.

    Life at Buena Vista Care Center extends beyond clinical care, with a focus on creating a vibrant, fulfilling community atmosphere. Residents can soak in the Santa Barbara sunshine in thoughtfully designed outdoor common areas, surrounded by striking mountain views and lush landscaping. The open dining room serves a variety of fresh and balanced meals, providing a comfortable setting where residents can enjoy nutritious options tailored to their preferences and needs. The calendar of structured daily activities encourages engagement, socialization, and entertainment, promising an active lifestyle that nurtures mind, body, and spirit.

    As a respected presence in the Santa Barbara community, Buena Vista Care Center is committed to enhancing the lives of seniors through compassionate care, rehabilitative excellence, and a supportive environment. The facility’s mission revolves around providing not just a skilled nursing center, but a true home where the most valuable population—seniors—can thrive, regain independence, and feel valued every day.

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