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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
160 South Patterson Avenue · Santa Barbara, CA 93111 · 150 certified beds
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CMS Care Compare · Updated Jul 2026
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2.0Quality-measure rating
5.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
26
April 10, 2026 · D
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-04-10 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-05-04. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
April 10, 2026 · D
Citation F0761Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-04-10 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-05-04. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
April 10, 2026 · D
Citation F0805Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-04-10 under CMS tag F0805 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-05-04. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
April 10, 2026 · D
Citation F0658Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-04-10 under CMS tag F0658 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-05-04. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 14, 2026 · D
Citation F0656Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-14 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
October 20, 2025 · G
Citation F0656Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-10-20 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-12-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
October 3, 2025 · E
Citation F0908Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-10-03 under CMS tag F0908 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Keep all essential equipment working safely. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-12-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
October 3, 2025 · J
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-10-03 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity J: isolated, immediate jeopardy) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-12-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 20, 2025 · D
Citation F0697Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-20 under CMS tag F0697 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
May 2, 2025 · D
Citation F0842Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-05-02 under CMS tag F0842 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-05-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 20, 2025 · D
Citation F0584Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-20 under CMS tag F0584 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 7, 2025 · D
Citation F0656Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-07 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 7, 2025 · D
Citation F0921Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-07 under CMS tag F0921 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 17, 2025 · D
Citation F0645Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-17 under CMS tag F0645 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 17, 2025 · F
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-17 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 17, 2025 · D
Citation F0641Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-17 under CMS tag F0641 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 17, 2025 · D
Citation F0554Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-17 under CMS tag F0554 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 17, 2025 · D
Citation F0761Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-17 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 8, 2024 · D
Citation F0580Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-08 under CMS tag F0580 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
April 23, 2024 · D
Citation F0550Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-04-23 under CMS tag F0550 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-05-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
Total fines on file: $32,263
Latest: 3.68 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026-06-01)
Staffing trend (2 periods)
Most recent period is about the same as 2025Q4. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
For profit - Limited Liability company
CMS Care Compare chain: Covenant Care
Chain ID 166 · 15 facilities in chain (CMS)
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Parent organization: Covenant Care, LLC
parent · PAC 2365529377
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Genworth Cost of Care Survey · 2024
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Median · CA$11,060/moNursing Homes
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