Tina's Gentle Care Home #2

    1411 Sabrina Court, Santa Maria, CA, 93458
    3.7 · 3 reviews
      AnonymousLoved one of resident
      4.0

      Clean, welcoming home; limited admissions

      I toured a beautiful, clean, open home in a newer neighborhood where residents were comfortable interacting. The director was very sweet and I even met the "Purple Lady." They run two small facilities (six residents each), aren't taking new admits right now, don't do injections, and pricing starts around $2,500+.

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      3.67 · 3 reviews

      Overall rating

      1. 5
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      3. 3
      4. 2
      5. 1
      • Care

        3.7
      • Staff

        4.0
      • Meals

        3.7
      • Amenities

        3.7
      • Value

        3.7

      Pros

      • Small, home-like setting (six residents per facility)
      • Beautiful home
      • Located in a newer neighborhood
      • Clean, open environment
      • Friendly, sweet director
      • Comfortable social interactions among residents
      • Multiple facility locations (two facilities)
      • Noted personable staff/resident interaction ("Purple Lady")

      Cons

      • No current openings / not accepting new residents
      • Does not provide injections (limited medical services)
      • Cost varies; reported around $2,500+ (potential affordability concern)
      • Small capacity may limit availability and placement options

      Summary review

      Overall sentiment in the provided review summaries for Tina's Gentle Care Home #2 is positive regarding the physical environment, social atmosphere, and staff demeanor, while highlighting clear limitations around availability and certain medical services. Reviewers emphasized the facility’s small, home-like scale (six residents per facility) and described the property as a beautiful house located in a newer neighborhood. Cleanliness and an open environment were specifically mentioned, contributing to a favorable impression of the physical setting.

      Staff and social aspects appear to be strengths. The director was described as "very sweet," and reviewers noted comfortable interactions among residents, suggesting a warm, personable culture and a potentially supportive social environment. A distinctive individual referenced as the "Purple Lady" was mentioned, which implies memorable, positive personal encounters during visits — evidence of staff or resident personalities that make an impression. The small size of each home and having two facilities may support more individualized attention and closer relationships between staff and residents.

      On care and clinical services, the reviews point to limitations rather than robust medical support. The statement "no injections" is explicit and indicates the facility does not offer injectable medication administration; this is an important constraint for prospective residents who require injections or more advanced medical care. Because the reviews do not mention nursing coverage levels, medication management practices beyond injections, or access to other clinical services, prospective families should assume clinical support is limited and confirm the facility’s scope of care before placement.

      Availability and cost are notable concerns. Multiple summaries state there are "no openings currently," and the facility’s small capacity (six residents per home) contributes to limited availability. Cost information reported in the summaries indicates variability with figures around $2,500 and up; this places the home in a certain price range but the phrase "cost varies" implies that exact pricing depends on services provided or the particular facility. Reviewers did not provide a full breakdown of what that cost includes (room, meals, personal care, additional services), so pricing transparency should be requested directly from the provider.

      There are gaps in the review content around key operational areas. Dining quality, activity programming, transportation services, detailed staffing levels or credentials, medication management (aside from injections), and safety measures were not addressed in the summaries. Because the available comments focus primarily on ambiance, small size, staff friendliness, cleanliness, and a few logistical points (availability, injections, and price), any decision should be supported by a direct inquiry or tour to obtain specifics in those unreported categories.

      In summary, the reviews paint Tina's Gentle Care Home #2 as an attractive, small-scale option with a clean, open home environment, a pleasant newer neighborhood location, and warm, personable staff. These attributes likely make it well suited for residents seeking a homelike atmosphere and social comfort. However, the absence of injections and current lack of openings, combined with limited cost detail, are significant limitations to weigh. Prospective residents and families should verify current availability, clarify the scope of medical services offered, get a detailed pricing and services list, and ask about any needs-specific accommodations before making placement decisions.

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      About Tina's Gentle Care Home #2

      Tina's Gentle Care Home #2 offers a quiet, comfortable place for seniors who need extra help with daily life, using a gentle approach just like the name says, and it's set up for only six residents in Santa Barbara County, making things feel more like a family than a big institution, with a warm and welcoming atmosphere that's easy to settle into, and you'll see friendly faces throughout the day, including staff with unique names like "Purple Lady," always ready to help with care and small routines like bathing, dressing, grooming, and medication reminders, though they don't give injections. The home handles many needs, from assisted living to memory care, and even respite care, offering support for health concerns like diabetes and focusing on programs and services that fit each person's situation, so seniors can feel safer while keeping as much independence as they can. The staff respects each resident, providing kind, personalized support, and the place often gets good marks for cleanliness and its open, modern look, with an easy layout that helps everyone move around safely and stay comfortable.

      You'll notice Tina's Gentle Care Home #2 pays attention to simple comforts, like having pet-friendly policies, outdoor parks close by, and transportation so residents can get to appointments or even a nearby café, pharmacy, church, or park, and there's always parking for visitors. The meals are cooked onsite with help for anyone who needs it, and cleaning is taken care of by the staff, helping keep things tidy and homey, while seniors can also get help with diabetic care if needed. The board and care home setting lets everyone enjoy a close-knit environment, which helps friendships form and lifts everyone's spirits, with additional activities to support well-being and active living. Prices for private and semi-private rooms usually stay lower than county and state averages, and the home provides plenty of detailed information for families needing to make choices quickly or compare options close to Arroyo Grande and other nearby places like Pismo Beach, Nipomo, San Luis Obispo, and Santa Maria. There are expert advisors available to guide families through the options, and the service itself won't cost the family anything-the community only pays if someone decides to move in. Tina's Gentle Care Home #2 brings together personal care, health services, a gentle touch, and thoughtful amenities, supporting both residents and family caregivers through each step of senior living.

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