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Mariposa At Ellwood Shores

190 Viajero Drive, Goleta, CA 93117

Independent Living Assisted Living Memory Care
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(800) 780-8101

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(805) 845-4921

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $2,957
One Bedroom
Estimated $3,724

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $3,667
  • Average State Price: $4,162
  • Average National Price: $4,181


  • Mariposa At Ellwood Shores Description

    Mariposa At Ellwood Shores is a large 99 bed community that offers independent living, assisted living and memory care and is about 2.4 miles outside the town of Isla Vista, California and is part of the Westmont Living network of communities. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio, one-bedroom and suite room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 9.2 out of 10 making it the 2nd highest rated community in the city out of 3 communities. See more information on reviews.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Independent Living

    Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.

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    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Memory Care

    Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.

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    Community Reviews

    9.2
    Mariposa At Ellwood Shores
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 111 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 2 out of 3 communities in Goleta
  • Ranking in State: 801 out of 3640 communities in CA
  • Food and Dining A

    Activities A

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care A

    Staff A

    Cleanliness A


    Employee Reviews

    4.8
    Westmont Living
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 202 reviews across the web

    The following insights are from employees that work in California

    Employee Pay B

    Employee Staff B

    Employee Culture B



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Reviews of Mariposa at Ellwood Shores present a mixed but largely positive picture of the facility, highlighting its strengths in care, cleanliness, and community engagement, while also noting areas for improvement.

    • Several reviewers praise the facility for its clean, warm, and welcoming ambiance, exceptional leadership, and the staff's dedication to resident care, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.
    • Activities, food quality, and the maintenance of the facility receive high marks from many family members of residents, who appreciate the variety of events and the efforts to keep residents engaged and informed.
    • Communication with families, particularly through weekly Zoom meetings, is highlighted as a strong point, keeping family members well-informed about their loved ones and the facility's operations.
    • However, one review criticizes the facility for issues related to staff responsiveness and care, mentioning that caregivers sometimes forgot to administer medication and conduct essential exams.
    • Another concern raised includes noise from the nearby airport and a lack of individual laundry facilities, suggesting room for improvement in the living environment.
    • Staffing levels are mentioned as a concern in one review, with observations of delayed responses to resident calls for assistance.
    • Despite these criticisms, many reviews commend the new leadership for bringing positive changes, enhancing the community's culture, and ensuring high-quality care and service.
    • The food and culinary services at Mariposa receive particular praise, with several reviewers mentioning the quality of meals and the attentiveness of the serving staff.
    • The facility's location and the quality of its events and activities are also noted as positives, contributing to a vibrant and engaging community for residents.

    In summary, Mariposa at Ellwood Shores is generally viewed as a caring and well-managed facility that offers a range of activities, quality care, and good communication with families, though there are areas where improvements could enhance the resident experience further.


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    Health

    On-site Therapy Services

    Emergency Response Systems


    Services

    Housekeeping

    Concierge Services

    On-Site Maintenance

    Recycling Program


    Activities

    Live Your Way Wellness Program

    Fitness Center

    Movie Theater

    Library


    Community Amenities

    Outdoor Courtyard

    Scenic Location

    Spacious & Comfortable Living Areas

    Salon & Barber Shop

    24-Hour Availability

    Concierge Services


    Room Amenities

    Apartment Style Living

    Housekeeping

    Month-to-Month Rentals

    Utilities Included

    Cable Ready


    Dining

    Dine Your Way

    Variety of Menu Choices

    Breakfast

    Lunch

    Dinner


    Transportation

    Resident & Guest Parking

    Scheduled Transportation


    Pet

    Pet Friendly



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Isla Vista which is 2.4 miles away and has a population of 23,096 (small town).
    • The average income is $83,881, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 79
      • Low Temperature: 56
      • Average Temperature: 67.1
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 48 days of rain and 316 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 0.6 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 81.34 years old, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 148.0, Moderate Days 34.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 0.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Albertsons
    1.2 miles away
    Costco
    1.3 miles away
    Indo China Market
    1.8 miles away
    Sprouts Farmers Market
    3.8 miles away
    Santa Cruz Market
    4.1 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

    Winchester Cyn & Bradford
    0.4 miles away
    Brandon & Calle Real
    0.4 miles away
    Calle Real & Jenna
    0.4 miles away
    Brandon & Durham
    0.5 miles away
    Brandon & Hempstead
    0.5 miles away

    Banks

    Kinecta
    1.2 miles away
    Union Bank
    1.3 miles away
    Key Point Credit Union
    1.4 miles away
    Montecito Bank & Trust
    1.6 miles away
    Chase
    2.7 miles away

    Hospitals

    Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital
    4.9 miles away
    Cottage Hospital
    9.8 miles away
    Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
    10.0 miles away
    Santa Ynez Valley Hospital
    17.5 miles away

    Pharmacies

    CVS Pharmacy
    1.8 miles away
    Rite Aid
    3.9 miles away
    Walgreens
    4.0 miles away
    Federal Drug
    9.3 miles away
    Ralphs Pharmacy
    11.1 miles away

    Dentists

    Benjamin Laudig, DDS
    1.2 miles away
    Johnson Family Dental
    1.4 miles away
    Goleta Dental Care
    1.6 miles away
    Goleta Neighborhood Dental Clinic
    4.3 miles away
    Sea Breeze Dental Care
    5.4 miles away

    Parks

    Ellwood Forest Park
    0.1 miles away
    Ellwood Mesa Sperling Open Space
    0.1 miles away

    None Found

    Shopping

    Magnolia Shopping Center
    5.3 miles away
    Five Points Shopping Center
    8.3 miles away
    La Cumbre Plaza
    8.4 miles away
    Petersen Plaza
    9.7 miles away
    Paseo Nuevo Mall
    11.2 miles away

    Culture

    Hatlen Theater
    3.0 miles away
    Pollock Theater
    3.0 miles away
    Lotte Lehmann Concert Hall
    3.2 miles away
    Old Little Theatre
    3.3 miles away
    Edward Spaulding Auditorium
    7.8 miles away

    Restaurants

    Timbers
    0.2 miles away
    Cal Taco
    0.9 miles away
    Itsuki Japanese Restaurant
    1.2 miles away
    Frog Bar and Grill
    1.3 miles away
    Jeannine's
    1.4 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of CA. It is a large-sized community with 99 total beds.

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