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Residential care homes in La Patera often appeal to seniors who want to remain in a close-knit, familiar home environment but need personal care services like grooming assistance, medication reminders, and even help with cooking and cleaning. And, they’re typically home to fewer residents, enabling caregivers and residents to build stronger connections. The average cost of care homes in La Patera is $2,989 per month.

To find the best care home options for your needs and budget, browse 104 care homes in La Patera and read 174 reviews of families’ experiences. You may also consider nearby communities such as Santa Barbara, Goleta and Carpinteria.

Residential Care Home Facilities near La Patera, CA

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Photo of Peppers Estate Independent Living
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I am so thankful to the Peppers Estate for the care and love they provided for my Mom. I don't know what I would have done without [Removed] help in taking care of every detail. His employees are fabulous...
Provides: Residential Care Home
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Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Standing among stately Live Oaks and giant Acacias in the heart of Montecito, California is the Peppers Estate, a private Assisted Living residence for six pampered seniors. This historic 1885 mansion covers over 11,000 sq. ft. within 1.6 acres of manicured gardens. The grand home includes nine...
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It was just a really good fit for what we were looking for and they seem interested and cared about meeting the needs of the resident and wanted to get to know what she liked and everything. I just felt...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
AMITY & JOY HOME CARE IS A QUITE, SAFE, AND COMFORTABLE SWEET HOME SET-UP. OUR GOALS AND PURPOSES ARE: To provide the highest quality services to foster wellness, independence, dignity & quality of life for each resident. To ensure them a safe, comfortable & enjoyable living in our...
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The owners and staff are absolutely wonderful. The home and landscape are beautiful. Everything and everyone is squeaky clean. The care is absolutely awesome. It is truly like being at home with the...
Provides: Residential Care Home
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Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
SERENITY HEIGHTS is a privately owned FAMILY operated facility. Yolanda Navarrete and daughters Elizabeth and Crystal take pride in providing personalized service to our residents. We open our hearts to those who decide to make SERENITY HEIGHTS their home. We seamlessly fill the gap between...
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Having experienced a number of RCFEs for loved ones in California, Villa Blanca “VB” is exceptional. I was impressed by their business operations, legal compliance and administration. VB’s staff offers...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Villa Blanca is a family owned and operated Residential Care Facility located in a prime Goleta location. We are committed to providing outstanding care to the seniors, while encouraging the highest level of independence. We believe in promoting feeling of self worth and purpose of life.Villa...
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The staff is amazing. The care that my mother is receiving is loving and professional. My mother loves the food served and it is all very healthy. My siblings and I couldn't be happier with the care received
Provides: Residential Care Home
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Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Pedflor's Residential Care II is a senior care home located in Santa Barbara County in the lovely and scenic city of Santa Maria, California. Santa Maria is best known for its wonderful wine industry and vineyards. There are also numerous other outdoor recreational activity options with the...
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My father was a resident at Bella Nova Villa from [dates removed]. Although his time there was relatively short, choosing Bella Nova Villa was truly one of the best decisions our family could have made for...
Provides: Residential Care Home
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Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
We are a six bedroom, two bath, facility located in a quiet neighborhood surrounded by schools and parks. We have a spacious backyard with enough room for lounging and exercise or leisure gardening. Our open living room provides an outdoor view of our patio and has comfortable individual seating...
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The staff is very friendly. Food is fresh and good, the place is clean - the only thing I wish is for them to have some activities for the residents to keep them engaged.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Expensive but worth it. [name removed] and her staff provided excellent care to my husband who had severe dementia. The food was good. She fed my husband by hand.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Amalia's Residence II is located in Santa Maria, CA in Santa Barbara County. This residential care home provides the help that you are looking for in an area that is located in the southern portion of the state of California. Those who spend time in Santa Maria enjoy checking out the areas many...
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Esmeralda is great. All 5s! Esmeralda has been so helpful in getting my mother settled in. She even took care of having her prescriptions transferred to a local pharmacy. I love that she only has four...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
VIA ESMERALDA L.L.C. is a non-medical care facility licensed by the California State Department of Social Services which IS NOT ALLOWED TO PROVIDE 24-HOUR SKILLED NURSING CARE. It is designated to meet the primary needs of the growing population who are unable to function totally, independently,...
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The community staff are concerned about our loved one and we are very helpful too. They are very helpful and the community is always neat and clean. Every time we visit our loved one we are very happy at...
Provides: Residential Care Home
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Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Photo of Absolute Residential Care
Provides: Residential Care Home
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Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Absolute Residential Care invites you to experience the very finest in assisted living. We are located in a beautiful and safe area of Goleta. Our newly renovated rooms, bathrooms, and lovely gardens provide an ideal ambiance for residents. All rooms are equipped with individual heating and...
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My husband spent 4 1/2 months there before he died in April. He had dimensia and was treated very well. I thought the staff was good and performed their tasks cheerfully and were very helpful to the...
Provides: Residential Care Home
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Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Senior Advocates Residential Care (SARC) promotes the well-being of residents and staff alike in a safe, caring, comfortable living environment that offers opportunities for growth, purpose, and companionship, where everyone can thrive.We believe that love, encouragement, companionship provided...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
My wife is a Certified Nurse Assistant and after many years of helping patients in a rehabilitation hospital and then individual clients in their homes, she wanted to open a facility that would focus more on the needs of residents than the business of the facility itself. We renovated our home to...
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Provides: Residential Care Home
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Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Residential Care Home
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Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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I think they're very good. Very clean! I would eat off that living room floor! I think the care is very good. My mother is a very difficult patient. She had dementia and can be very difficult but they seem...
Provides: Residential Care Home
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Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Casa Rhoda #4 is located in a friendly and safe neighborhood in Santa Barbara, California. With six beds this residential assisted living community has all the comforts of home. Our caring staff ensure the residents receive the quality care they deserve. Assisted living at Casa Rhoda #4, we...
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Provides: Residential Care Home
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Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Residential Care Home
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Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Welcome to “Your Home”, the six bed facility with over an acre of spacious privacy and lovely ocean views. Our happy home is located by Hope Ranch, a most desirable area in Santa Barbara. Along with the breathtaking ocean views are covered patio verandas, an Amish gazebo, spa deck, large grass...
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Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Mesa Care is a family operated residential care facility for the elderly specially designed to create an atmosphere witch you or your loved ones would enjoy at home. Our goal is to provide a secure, healthy, and caring environment for our residents. We are committed to the dignity of the...
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Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
The Fisher House is a gracious private home located in beautiful Santa Barbara close to downtown. Efaie McFarland owner/administrator maintains a harmonious household, nourishing her residents with outstanding home cooked meals daily and lots of Pet Assisted Therapy. The Fisher House is two...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Mission Villa is a new facility with all the design features that are currently considered necessary for the safety and well-being of residents afflicted with all types of dementias including Alzheimer’s disease. Because Of the many specialized needs of the dementia/Alzheimer’s resident,...

Cost of care homes in La Patera, CA

The average cost of senior living in La Patera is $2,989 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goleta, CA with an average of $2,989 per month.

Residential care home costs in La Patera, CA, vs. state and national averages

La Patera, CA
$2,989/mo
U.S. national average
$5,019/mo

Residential care home costs in La Patera, CA, vs. other senior living options

$7,694/mo
Residential Care Home
$2,989/mo

Residential care home costs in La Patera, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,744/mo
Private
$3,411/mo

Senior living costs in La Patera vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: La Patera, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLa Patera, CACaliforniaU.S.
Residential Care Home$2,989/mo$5,311/mo$5,019/mo
Assisted Living$5,654/mo$6,307/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$7,694/mo$7,557/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living$4,416/mo$4,144/mo$3,532/mo
Residential Care Home
La Patera, CA:$2,989/mo
California:$5,311/mo
U.S.:$5,019/mo
Assisted Living
La Patera, CA:$5,654/mo
California:$6,307/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
La Patera, CA:$7,694/mo
California:$7,557/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
Independent Living
La Patera, CA:$4,416/mo
California:$4,144/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
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Residential care home costs in La Patera, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly residential care home costs have shifted over the past five years in La Patera and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Residential care home cost trends in La Patera, CA

The table below shows how monthly residential care home costs in La Patera have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
La Patera, CA$4,735/mo$4,668/mo+1.4%
California$4,279/mo$3,947/mo+8.4%
National$4,225/mo$3,996/mo+5.7%
La Patera, CA
2024 average cost:$4,735/mo
2023 average cost:$4,668/mo
Percent change:+1.4%
California
2024 average cost:$4,279/mo
2023 average cost:$3,947/mo
Percent change:+8.4%
National
2024 average cost:$4,225/mo
2023 average cost:$3,996/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
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What families are saying about residential care home in La Patera

Recent reviews for residential care home in La Patera

Navita Residence Edgemont Drive in Camarillo, CA

5.0
My husband was terminally ill with a progressive neurological disease. He needed assistance from more than one caregiver 24 hours a day. Navita was the seventh residence he had been in in a four year period, due to the inadequacy of previous facilities. Finding Navita was a Godsend. From the ...
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Ocean Breeze Estates in Camarillo, CA

4.8
I'm thrilled, and can finally sleep at night realizing that my mother is being cared for. The home has 6 residents, is clean, friendly and the food is good. My mother gets the personal attention she requires and deserves. I highly recommend this care facility.

Cloe and Erica's Board and Care in Santa Maria, CA

5.0
Cloe and Erica's Board and Care is the best place I found. I wish we would have found it for my Dad years ago. I highly recommend them. It's a beautiful place. They provide good loving care. The food is good.

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Peppers Estate Independent Living, Amity and Joy Home Care and Serenity Heights are the top-rated residential care home facilities near La Patera, California. See full list of communities.
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