Welcome to a lifestyle that fulfills your
“Heart’s Desire.”
Enjoy the best of Santa Barbara, CA, at our exceptional retirement community.
Covenant Living at the Samarkand’s stunning, 62 and better, location–between the Pacific Ocean and the striking Santa Ynez Mountains—is the setting for one of the area’s premier retirement communities. Here you’ll enjoy the superb climate and natural beauty of Southern California with its breathtaking beaches, spectacular parks and incredible sunsets.
While surrounded by all this natural beauty, city-lovers will enjoy our proximity to the cultural sophistication and year-round vibrancy of Santa Barbara. Nestled in the hills just above the town, Covenant Living at the Samarkand offers breathtaking views of the area and our proximity is ideal! We’re just minutes from all the great shopping, fine art, film festivals, live music, theater, bistros and boutiques that this charming oceanside town is famous for.
You’ll also find so much to do every day at Covenant Living at the Samarkand, from fireside outdoor dining to creative arts and special social events all year long. Stay active with a wide variety of on-site wellness and exercise classes in our professional-caliber fitness center. And that’s just the start!
Covenant Living at the Samarkand gives you your choice of an array of stunning alcove, one- and two-bedroom apartment floor plans along with senior living advantages you won’t find elsewhere.
With several entrance fee choices, including refundable options and a full continuum of care, we’re a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) that offers a wellness center and a range of health care options for a confident and secure future.
So when you visit our community, you won’t be surprised to learn that the word Samarkand means “land of heart’s desire.”
We invite you to schedule a tour and picture yourself as part of our highly desirable retirement lifestyle!
For more information, call (877) 412-6305 or click here.
June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month—a time to shed light on a journey many of our families know all too well. At Covenant Living, we believe that a diagnosis doesn’t mean the end of a purposeful life.
From our specialized memory care programming to the everyday moments of connection between residents and staff, we are dedicated to providing a safe, engaging environment where individuals can thrive. Whether you are seeking resources for a loved one or simply want to learn more about brain health, we are here to walk this path with you.
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Did you know a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) can be a simple, tax-smart way to support causes you care about?
By giving directly from your IRA, a QCD may help reduce taxable income while also counting toward your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD). Many choose this option as a way to support meaningful programs, including Benevolent Care at Covenant Living.
If you’re curious how it works, your financial advisor or IRA provider can help you explore whether it’s a good fit.
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An IRA charitable rollover allows individuals 70½ and older to reduce their taxable income by making a gift directly from their IRA. - Covenant Living
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An IRA charitable rollover allows individuals 70½ and older to reduce their taxable income by making a gift directly from their IRA.Comment on Facebook
Starting a conversation about assisted living with a loved one can feel emotional and even overwhelming—but it’s also one of the most caring things you can do.
Have you noticed small changes in your loved one’s daily routine or safety that have made you start to wonder what the next best step might be? These moments can be hard to talk about, but they often open the door to meaningful conversations about support, comfort, and quality of life.
Assisted living isn’t about losing independence—it’s about gaining the right level of care while continuing to live as fully and safely as possible. Approaching the topic with patience, empathy, and genuine listening can help make the conversation feel less like a decision and more like a shared journey.
If you’re beginning to explore assisted living options, our team is here to support you with guidance, answers, and compassion every step of the way. bit.ly/4b1hVjj ... See MoreSee Less
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