4.5(61 ratings)· Santa Barbara average: 4.6
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Families describe Valle Verde as a warm, close-knit Life Plan Community on a large, beautifully landscaped campus in Santa Barbara. Reviewers consistently praise the one-story homes, welcoming residents and staff, and the sense of security that comes from having skilled nursing available on-site. All reviews found were highly positive, with no significant complaints noted.
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Valle Verde is a senior living community in Santa Barbara, California offering Assisted Living and Independent Living. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Outdoor Patio and Gathering / Activity Spaces. Families rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 61 reviews.
Valle Verde is a Life Plan Community offering independent living in Santa Barbara, California. Set on 63 acres with walking paths, mature gardens, and single-story garden homes, the community provides a continuum of care if needed, with amenities and services designed to support residents' health, wellness, and social engagement.
The campus features a range of amenities including a bistro, rose gardens, water aerobics classes, a pickleball court, and a dog park. Residents participate in diverse activities and interest groups such as art appreciation, science discussions, wine tastings and tours, and various resident committees. The community is pet-friendly, with regular dog park playdates and an annual Valle Verde Dog Show.
Located just minutes from downtown Santa Barbara, Valle Verde fosters a neighborhood feeling centered on community connection and shared interests. Residents engage in volunteer opportunities, cultural outings to local museums and galleries, and social events organized by resident committees. The community emphasizes creating an environment where residents can pursue their passions, explore new interests, and build meaningful friendships with neighbors.
Valle Verde is a nonprofit community owned and managed by HumanGood NorCal, a California nonprofit public benefit corporation serving older adults since 1955.
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Kate McGuinness
May 2026
Valle Verde is much more pleasurable than I had hoped when I moved in. I knew it had a beautiful site removed from city hustle. However, its location is convenient for shopping and entertainment in Santa Barbara. I'm delighted to hear bird song when I walk and to inhale the scent of roses. Our large rose garden (approx 35 bushes) are coming into bloom. Unfortunately, these words don't convey how much I love it here.
Suzanne Weakley
May 2026
Valle Verde is a wonderful place for many many reasons. I feel very lucky to have found it and to have been able to move here. The other residents and the staff have been very welcoming and have made it easy for me to get settled. The campus is beautifully landscaped, and the location in Santa Barbara is very convenient. All in all, I highly recommend it.
Chris M
Apr 2025
We moved to Valle Verde almost 8 years ago. It was one of the best decisions we have ever made. As long time Santa Barbara residents we knew that Valle Verde was the only Life Plan Community we would consider. For me, it was the one-level living experience on a beautiful campus. For my husband, a retired physician, it was the reputation of the skilled nursing facility and his personal experience caring for his patients there along with the outstanding staff. The entire team, from the Executive Director, to the caring nursing team, to the grounds keepers and housekeeping team, all make you feel cared for and secure. The sense of community here at Valle Verde cannot be beat!
Kenny Standhardt
Jan 2024
My husband and I moved here a few months ago and are so happy we did. Everyone (residents and team members) have been so welcoming to Mark, myself and our pets. We are relatively young and so glad we didn't wait to move here. There is so much to enjoy at Valle Verde and the surrounding community! Our one story cottage is just right for us and has a huge private court yard that all other communities lacked. The grounds (60+ acres!) are really beautiful with a private dog park and adjacent public park. We feel "at home" here. One year update! We are still so happy with our decision with moving to Valle Verde. I'm a gardener so I'm so happy with opportunitues to have input on the beautiful common areas via the Garden Committee as well as our large private couryards and foundation plantings. I'm also a retired professional potter and there's a HUGE ceramics center a short drive from campus. I have a paid membership there but anyone can take worshops or classes at this world class facility.
JoAnn Bell
Jul 2023
Where else in Santa Barbara would you find 62 acres of green, with beautifully tended gardens (several by resident volunteers), an orchard, trees everywhere and pathways through lovely single-level homes. Valle Verde feels like a neighborhood; Valle Verde is a neighborhood and I am so glad I live here.
7 inspection visits in the last three years, 32 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 5, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 9, 2026
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 5, 2026
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 9, 2026
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 9, 2026
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 9, 2026
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 9, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 4, 2025
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 25, 2025
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 4, 2025
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 11, 2025
Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 12, 2025
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 4, 2025
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 4, 2025
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 4, 2025
Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 13, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 20, 2024
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 20, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 18, 2024
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 22, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 22, 2024
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 20, 2023
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 20, 2023
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 7, 2023
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 7, 2023
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 7, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 7, 2023
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 7, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 7, 2023
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 7, 2023
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 20, 2023
Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 20, 2023
Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.
Valle Verde offers Assisted Living and Independent Living.
Yes. Valle Verde lists pet-friendly accommodations among its amenities. Ask about any size or breed policies when you visit.
Valle Verde is located at 900 Calle De Los Amigos in Santa Barbara, California.
Families describe Valle Verde as a warm, close-knit Life Plan Community on a large, beautifully landscaped campus in Santa Barbara. Reviewers consistently praise the one-story homes, welcoming residents and staff, and the sense of security that comes from having skilled nursing available on-site. All reviews found were highly positive, with no significant complaints noted.
Valle Verde had 7 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 32 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.
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