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Casa Dorinda

300 Hot Springs Rd. · Santa Barbara, CA 93108 · Lic. #421700160 (CA) · 360 certified beds

(805) 969-8011

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Public record

State licensing agency · Updated Jul 2026

Certification

  • Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)

Ratings

Not yet ratedSource: State licensing agency · Updated 2026-07-24.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

4

Cited deficiencies

0

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025Q4.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

4.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-06-01.GOV

Staffing rating

1.0

Quality-measure rating

5.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

22

Inspection history (35)

  • April 12, 2024 · F

    Citation F0812

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-04-12 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 2024-04-26. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-04-12.GOV
  • April 12, 2024 · E

    Citation F0803

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-04-12 under CMS tag F0803 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-26. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-04-12.GOV
  • April 12, 2024 · E

    Citation F0801

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-04-12 under CMS tag F0801 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-26. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-04-12.GOV
  • June 1, 2023

    Citation 29-AS-20230420091544

    California Community Care Licensing recorded a complaint investigation on 2023-06-01 (control 29-AS-20230420091544). Allegation findings recorded: 4 unsubstantiated. Source: CDSS CCLD Transparency Website (as of 2026-07-24).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: State licensing agency · Updated 2023-06-01.GOV
  • March 28, 2023

    Citation 29-AS-20230209083049

    California Community Care Licensing recorded a complaint investigation on 2023-03-28 (control 29-AS-20230209083049). Allegation findings recorded: 1 unsubstantiated. Source: CDSS CCLD Transparency Website (as of 2026-07-24).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: State licensing agency · Updated 2023-03-28.GOV
  • October 20, 2022 · D

    Citation F0692

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-10-20 under CMS tag F0692 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-11-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-10-20.GOV
  • October 20, 2022 · D

    Citation F0578

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-10-20 under CMS tag F0578 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-11-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-10-20.GOV
  • October 20, 2022 · D

    Citation F0755

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-10-20 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 2022-11-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-10-20.GOV
  • October 20, 2022 · D

    Citation F0808

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-10-20 under CMS tag F0808 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-11-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-10-20.GOV
  • October 20, 2022 · E

    Citation F0802

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-10-20 under CMS tag F0802 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-11-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-10-20.GOV
  • October 20, 2022 · D

    Citation F0812

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-10-20 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 2022-11-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-10-20.GOV
  • October 20, 2022 · D

    Citation F0757

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-10-20 under CMS tag F0757 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-11-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-10-20.GOV
  • October 20, 2022 · D

    Citation F0554

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-10-20 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 2022-11-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-10-20.GOV
  • October 20, 2022 · D

    Citation F0804

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-10-20 under CMS tag F0804 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-11-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-10-20.GOV
  • October 4, 2022

    Citation 29-AS-20220927134346

    California Community Care Licensing recorded a complaint investigation on 2022-10-04 (control 29-AS-20220927134346). Allegation findings recorded: 1 substantiated. Source: CDSS CCLD Transparency Website (as of 2026-07-24).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: State licensing agency · Updated 2022-10-04.GOV

Penalties

Total fines on file: $8,278

Staffing

Latest: 1.97 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026-06-01)

Staffing trend (2 periods)

  1. 2025Q41.97 hrs/resident/day
  2. 2026-06-011.97 hrs/resident/day

Most recent period is about the same as 2025Q4. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.

Ownership

Non profit - Corporation

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Typical cost

Genworth Cost of Care Survey · 2024

This provider doesn't publish a specific price to us. Below is the typical CA range for the care type(s) it offers. Use it as context, not a quote.

Nursing Homes

Median · CA$11,060/mo
See full CA cost breakdownSource: Genworth Cost of Care Survey · Updated 2024

Nursing Homes

Median · CA$12,167/mo
See full CA cost breakdownSource: Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · Updated 2025

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