Buena Vista Care Center, located in Santa Barbara, CA, is a skilled nursing facility offering a range of care services, including both nursing-home and assisted-living options. The facility provides care for individuals requiring short-term rehabilitation or long-term support, with a focus on daily living assistance and comprehensive therapy services. Certified by Medicare and Medicaid, the center has participated in Medicare since November 20, 1989, and Medicaid since January 1, 1967. With a current occupancy of 134, the center aims to provide a patient-centered approach to recovery and health maintenance.

The care services at Buena Vista Care Center encompass a variety of specialized medical supports and therapies. These include stroke care, cardiac care, wound care, and hospice services, as well as physical, occupational, and speech therapy. The facility offers podiatry and dental care services, along with pain management programs tailored to individual needs. Residents also benefit from memory care services and undergo regular evaluations to address their specific health requirements. Nurses are available to assist with ongoing medical needs, ensuring comprehensive attention to all residents. The center promotes community engagement through clubs and communal activities, alongside providing counseling for residents and their families.

Although there are positive reports about the compassionate care from individual staff members, particularly therapists, the facility faces criticism for its infrastructure and systemic issues. Families have noted that improvements in health can be attributed to dedicated staff, even as management practices have been criticized for potentially compromising care quality. Concerns have been raised about staffing responsiveness and attentiveness, with some residents experiencing neglect and communication challenges necessitating external medical intervention. Despite these criticisms, the facility remains committed to offering essential health services and facilitating recovery and well-being for its residents.

Costs at this community start at $13,323 and range up to $15,455. The average price in the community is $14,389, which is more than the average price in the area of $6,046. The cost of nursing homes in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.