Casa St. James is a small residential care home in the Hidden Valley neighborhood of Santa Barbara, located at 2215 St. James Drive. The community has room for six residents and is licensed by the California Department of Social Services, license number 425850059, which is valid until August 18, 2025. This board and care home provides assisted living services with 24-hour supervision and help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, transfers, medication management, and meal preparation, especially for people who can move around on their own but need some personal care or assistance with daily chores. The team uses unique words for its services and tries to match every type of care to the person's needs, whether it's assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, respite care, or help at home.
Casa St. James sits close to several churches, pharmacies, health facilities, and Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, which makes it easy for residents to get medical care or attend local events. It's about 2.3 miles from downtown Santa Barbara, and the surrounding area has parks and a population of about 26,000 people in zip code 93105. Most households nearby have a higher income, and the community itself is small and home-like, with private or shared studio rooms that are fully furnished. Residents have access to cable TV, telephone, Wi-Fi, and emergency alert systems in each room, plus the benefit of housekeeping, linen service, and move-in help for a smooth start.
There are gardens, a reading room, fitness room, sauna, hot tub, and a barber or beauty shop for comfort, along with outdoor spaces and walking paths for relaxation. Casa St. James supports special dietary needs like diabetes and hypertension diets and has a dining room for scheduled meals that match different restrictions or allergies. Residents can take part in a variety of programs, from art and music therapy to animal visits, watching movies, face-to-face social nights, daily activities, and community-sponsored events to help everyone feel engaged and connected.
Transportation coordination is available for medical appointments and errands. The staff arranges help with bill paying, claims, advocacy at medical visits, and power of attorney if needed, as part of their general and home oversight services. While there are no user reviews available for Casa St. James right now, Seniorly gives the community a proprietary score of 3.6 out of 10, and another source lists an average rating of 1 out of 10, so it's good for families to keep that in mind. Medicare acceptance requires CMS certification and isn't automatic.
The home fits those who want a smaller environment with hands-on care and personalized service, and it's built with features like wheelchair accessibility, furnished spaces, and support for seniors who value independence but need extra help. The atmosphere is warm and comfortable, designed to foster a sense of belonging through social activities, community gatherings, and special events, all under the supervision of trained staff. Casa St. James has a clear mission to provide long-term support and daily assistance to seniors needing care in Santa Barbara.
