Casa Dorinda
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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 3, 2024 · D
Citation F0568Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-04-03 under CMS tag F0568 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 12, 2024 · D
Citation F0656Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-01-12 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 2024-01-22. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
December 26, 2023 · D
Citation F0584Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-12-26 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 2024-01-08. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 2, 2023 · D
Citation F0921Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-06-02 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 2023-07-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 2, 2023 · D
Citation F0926Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-06-02 under CMS tag F0926 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Have policies on smoking. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-07-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 2, 2023 · D
Citation F0558Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-06-02 under CMS tag F0558 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-07-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 3, 2022 · D
Citation F0584Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-03-03 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 2022-05-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 3, 2022 · E
Citation F0925Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-03-03 under CMS tag F0925 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-05-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 3, 2022 · D
Citation F0806Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-03-03 under CMS tag F0806 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-05-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 3, 2022 · D
Citation F0761Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-03-03 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 2022-05-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 3, 2022 · D
Citation F0755Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-03-03 under CMS tag F0755 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-05-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 3, 2022 · D
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-03-03 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 2022-05-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 3, 2022 · D
Citation F0656Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-03-03 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 2022-05-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 3, 2022 · E
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-03-03 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-05-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 3, 2022 · E
Citation F0842Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-03-03 under CMS tag F0842 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2022-05-03. 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)
Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.
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
Median · CA$12,167/moOther licensed providers in Santa Barbara, with their own public records.
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