Smith Health Care Center at Covenant Living at the Samarkand sits in Santa Barbara and provides a variety of care options for older adults, so residents can pick what fits their needs as things change with time, offering independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, memory care, and full continuing care services. The center offers secure memory care for those living with Alzheimer's and dementia, with staff on site around the clock, specialized programs, and memory-enhancing activities in a safe environment. Assisted living services help with daily things like bathing, dressing, medication, personal care, and meals, and staff give reminders and offer help as needed, letting people keep their independence while receiving support whenever it's called for. The center's skilled nursing team handles round-the-clock medical care, wound care, rehabilitation therapy like occupational therapy, medication support, and personal nursing, covering both long-term and short-term stays, and Respite Care gives families a break when needed.
Residents can choose from apartment floor plans like alcove, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units, most fully furnished with private bathrooms, kitchenettes, air-conditioning, and cable TV, plus things like meal preparation, restaurant-style dining with dietary choices, housekeeping, and laundry. Safety matters here, as sprinkler systems and handicap-accessible features are standard, plus there's a 24-hour emergency call system in every unit, and health staff are present between 12 and 16 hours daily. There are lots of shared spaces, including a dining room, fitness room, beauty salon, small library, gaming rooms, computer center, wellness center, garden spaces, and both indoor and outdoor gathering spots, all set up to give people choices about how they spend their time, whether it's exercise classes, arts and crafts, educational programs, or social events. Community activities fill the calendar every day, and there's plenty of help with moving in.
The center also provides meals that follow special diets, offers transportation to appointments and outings, and has staff to help with walking or wheelchair needs. Medical services include nurses, podiatry, medication management, and wound care. Board and care homes have small numbers of residents for more personal attention, while other residences let people enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle and optional support through the independent living program. The Smith Health Care Center, as part of Covenant Living at the Samarkand, focuses on keeping residents safe, comfortable, and as independent as possible, always providing assessment tools to help families find the best fit and allowing older adults to age in place, adjusting care as their needs change. Long-term care insurance is accepted, and entrance fees are partly refundable, offering some flexibility for families. Throughout, the staff aim to create a welcoming place that respects everyone's wishes and unique routines while supporting safety, well-being, and dignity.
